March 2011 - NPR Health Blog - The Network of Care

Was $105 Billion Really 'Hidden' In The Health Law?

Rep. Michele Bachmann (R-MN) says she was shocked to learn that last year's health law included $105 billion in "hidden" funding that no one knew about. Democrats say the money is surprising only if one failed to read either the bill or...

Published Wed, Mar 09 2011 2:31 PM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health Blog

Elizabeth Taylor: An AIDS Activist To Remember

Taylor's legacy as an early, outspoken advocate for people infected with HIV will live on. Read More...

Published Wed, Mar 23 2011 1:54 PM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health Blog

'Citizen Scientists' Crowdsource Radiation Measurements In Japan

People armed with geiger counters are taking radiation readings in Japan and sending their results to website for mapping. Radiation experts caution the results, while intriguing, are prone to error. Read More...

Published Thu, Mar 24 2011 10:07 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health Blog

Tuberculosis Declines In The U.S., Affecting Mostly Those Born Overseas

Tuberculosis rates in 2010 were the lowest they've been since 1953 – when it first began tracking them. The disease now mainly affects people living in the U.S. who were born somewhere else. Read More...

Published Fri, Mar 25 2011 9:21 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health Blog

Lead In 'Toxic Waste Short Circuits Bubble Gum' Prompts Recall

Earlier this year the gum's marketer recalled all flavors of its Toxic Waste Nuclear Sludge Chew Bars for having too much lead. Then and now, the company said it was taking action "out of an abundance of caution." Read More...

Published Mon, Mar 28 2011 10:42 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health Blog

Many Doctors Still Focus More On Cure Than Managing Pain

Patients often welcome palliative care once it is explained that it can be more than hospice care. Many doctors, on the other hand, are still slow to embrace the approach. Read More...

Published Tue, Mar 29 2011 7:58 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health Blog

Hard Times Prompt Calls For Zany Medicaid Measures

Businesses and people pushing for changes in Medicaid policies are taking advantage of strained state budgets to make their case. Some of the suggestions are offbeat. Read More...

Published Wed, Mar 30 2011 5:42 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health Blog

Hospitals Cut Deadly Bloodstream Infections, But Challenges Remain

Dangerous bloodstream infections in hospital intensive care units have fallen, thanks to a major safety push. But the infections, linked to catheters, are still a big problem elsewhere in hospitals and at kidney dialysis centers. Read More...

Published Tue, Mar 01 2011 12:18 PM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health Blog

Your Health Podcast: From Wii P.E. To Changes In Cancer Diagnosis

On this week's podcast, we find out what active video games might actually count as exercise, and discuss controversial cancer treatments. Read More...

Published Fri, Mar 11 2011 8:01 PM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health Blog

Doctors And Pharmacists Try Partnering

Some states allow pharmacists and doctors to collaborate on medication-related care for patients as long as any changes made by a pharmacist are communicated to the physician. Read More...

Published Tue, Mar 15 2011 6:02 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health Blog

Radiation By The Numbers: Isotopes To Watch

The material used to produce nuclear power and its byproducts are key sources of radiation. Some types are more important than others. Read More...

Published Wed, Mar 16 2011 9:19 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health Blog

Iodized Salt Is No Antidote For Radiation

A person would have to consume more than 3 pounds of iodized salt to obtain the amount of iodine in a single tablet of potassium iodide for use in a radiation emergency. Read More...

Published Thu, Mar 17 2011 9:58 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health Blog

Opposition To Health Mandate Softens When Details Are Clearer

Objections to the mandate fell to 35 percent when pollsters told respondents who initially were against the requirement that most people who get coverage through their employers would not be affected. Read More...

Published Fri, Mar 18 2011 9:20 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health Blog

FDA Panel Says Food Dyes Don't Cause Hyperactivity

Consumer groups had sought a ban on artificial food dyes, saying there are clear links between dyes and children's behavior. An FDA advisory panel didn't agree, but called for more research. Read More...

Published Thu, Mar 31 2011 4:07 PM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health Blog

Miss. Gov. Doesn't Want To 'Kowtow' To Feds For Medicaid Relief

Potential Republican presidential contender Gov. Haley Barbour made it clear at a House hearing that he wants control over how to spend Mississippi's Medicaid money. He challenged the administration to switch funding to block grants. Read More...

Published Tue, Mar 01 2011 1:57 PM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health Blog

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