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Finding Health Insurance Can Be Tricky For Grads
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 01:50:00 -0500
Many young adults transition out of college into jobs that have limited benefits. Negotiating how to find health insurance that will meet their needs can be difficult.
Flu On Campus: Avoiding Misery For $20
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:29:00 -0500
Every year, about 1 in 4 college students gets the flu. A $20 flu shot can be a cheap insurance policy against aching joints and muscles, high fever, missed classes. But even that isn't enough to motivate some students to get vaccinated, so one health expert is trying an economic argument.
UnitedHealth Insures Against Becoming Uninsured
Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:52:00 -0500
United Healthcare is allowing clients to pay a premium to guarantee their right to buy health insurance in the future. The new product, which is called "continuity," is aimed at policyholders who might lose coverage if they leave their jobs.
Clinic To Disclose Doctors' Industry Ties
Wed, 03 Dec 2008 16:49:00 -0500
The Cleveland Clinic is making it easier for the public to find out if its doctors get money from pharmaceutical companies and medical device makers. The move could help patients evaluate whether the doctors are acting in their best interests.
washingtonpost.com - Health
On Health Care, Obama Policymakers Tap Campaign's Network of Supporters
Ceci Connolly Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500
Barack Obama's incoming administration has begun to draw on the high-tech organizational tools that helped get him elected to lay the groundwork for an attempt to restructure the U.S. health-care system.
Seeking a Second Opinion on Change in Health Care
Joe Davidson Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500
The nation's largest provider of health insurance for federal employees, under fire for changes to its benefits package, says it is willing to make adjustments in answer to the complaints if only Uncle Sam would let it.
Bill Gates Urges Obama to Increase Spending
Philip Rucker Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500
The world's richest technology entrepreneur -- and leading philanthropist -- came to Washington yesterday with a simple message for President-elect Barack Obama: Increase spending.
Reuters: Health News
Abortion not seen linked with depression
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:08:31 -0500
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - No high-quality study done to date can document that having an abortion causes psychological distress, or a "post-abortion syndrome," and efforts to show it does occur appear to be politically motivated, U.S. researchers said on Thursday.
"Rogue" stem cell clinics exploit hope: report
Wed, 03 Dec 2008 22:47:36 -0500
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Rogue clinics around the world may be exploiting hope and ignorance by offering unproven stem cell therapies, a group of stem cell experts said in a report released on Wednesday.
Study sheds light on breast cancer drug failure
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 08:58:12 -0500
LONDON (Reuters) - The most commonly used breast cancer drug may cause tumors to spread in a small number of women with low levels of a protein which makes cells stick together, British researchers said on Thursday.
CNN.com - Health
Less sun, more depression for people with SAD
Wed, 03 Dec 2008 10:50:16 -0500
Douglas Cootey is replacing his lightbulbs with brighter ones, but not just to see better. The new broad spectrum lights simulate sunlight, and might help enliven his mood in the gloomy winter months. Cootey realized that his symptoms fit those of seasonal affective disorder, a condition that typically generates depression during autumn and winter and then goes away in the sunnier months.
Zimbabweans ill with cholera crossing border
Wed, 03 Dec 2008 12:50:24 -0500
Doctors worry about the woman sitting on a bed inside the large tent, an IV in her arm. Chipo Matewe, 23, is eight months pregnant and stricken with cholera.
Allergic and wheezing, but still keeping pets
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 09:09:55 -0500
It started with sinus congestion for Shawna Coronado. Then the splitting migraines came. Coronado soon discovered the furry causes: her family's dog and cat. Like the 10 million American pet owners with allergies, the Coronados faced a dilemma: Can a sneezy-wheezy human and pet co-exist in the same house?
ABC News: Health
Should Docs Disclose Drug Company Ties?
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 08:10:20 -0500
Cleveland Clinic becomes first to disclose drug industry links online.
Parents Cut Corners in Poor Economy
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 08:29:53 -0500
From diluting milk to skipping check-ups, experts say the recession hurts kids.
Gym-Rat-in-Chief: Obama's Fitness Regimen
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 09:14:05 -0500
Some say Obama is obsessed with fitness, but others say it sets a good example.
BBC News | Health | UK Edition
Baby Faith remains seriously ill
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 12:01:37 -0000
A baby girl remains seriously ill after her conjoined twin died following emergency surgery to separate them.
Psychiatric drugs force queried
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 12:26:40 -0000
The practice of forcing psychiatric patients to take medication is not backed by evidence, say researchers.
Zimbabwe cholera 'an emergency'
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 11:00:02 -0000
Authorities in Zimbabwe declare a cholera outbreak that has killed more than 500 people a national emergency, state media reports.
Newsweek Health Headlines
Couples Face Tough Choices on Unused Embryos
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 05:04:51 -0000
A psychologist on the complicated reasons couples are reluctant to donate or destroy stored embryos after their fertility treatments end.
Are Gluten-Free Diets Healthier, or Is It Hype?
Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:01:55 -0000
Americans are spending about $2 billion a year on gluten-free products, which advocates claim can help with everything from autism to ADHD, but is the trend more about hype than health?
The Seven Worst Winter Drinks
Wed, 26 Nov 2008 21:56:41 -0000
Hot apple cider and spiked hot chocolate might hit the spot this time of year, but watch out for skyrocketing calorie counts.
USATODAY.com Health - Top Stories
Can your personality help you weather tough economy?
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 05:41:32 -0000
Does the economic downturn terrify you? Or are you plotting a new strategy for life with less money? Your reaction offers a peek ...
Fertility patients unsure what to do with leftover embryos
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 05:01:57 -0000
Perhaps half a million embryos lie frozen in U.S. clinics, and many are likely to continue to do so because fertility patients ...
Texas criticized for mental care
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 01:19:11 -0000
Texas has more mentally disabled patients in institutions than any other U.S. state, and the federal government has concluded ...
UPHS - Health and Wellness Newsletter
Get Back in the Game with Penn Orthopaedics
For athletes, a sports-related injury can be extremely frustrating. An injury can limit performance or can even take you out of the game. The orthopaedic surgeons at the Penn Sports Medicine Center treat all types of sports-related injuries for athletes of all levels. With new procedures and technologies like minimally invasive surgery and meniscal transplantation, athletes benefit from a faster recovery period. A faster recovery means you can get off the sidelines and back to your active lifestyle sooner.
Eat, Drink and Be Mindful
Looking for a way to combat those extra calories during the holiday season? Learn how to enjoy the holiday season while keeping a lid on those extra calories! Andrea Diamond, MS, RD, program director for the Albert J. Stunkard Weight Management Program at Penn Medicine provides some holiday nutrition tips.
Division of Hematology/Oncology moves into Perelman in December
On December 15, 2008, the outpatient practice of the division of hematology/oncology will move to the Ruth and Raymond Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. The Abramson Cancer Center’s new facilities in the Perelman Center have over 70 exam rooms, 80 state-of-the-art individual chemotherapy suites, easily accessible outpatient surgery suites, and a committed staff that is eager to facilitate your visits.
Reader's Digest: Health
Choosing a Weight-Loss Program for your Child
Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Read more about this interesting rd.com article.
Foods to Lower Blood Sugar: Berries
Fri, 16 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400
Berries are nutrition powerhouses and they may help keep your blood sugar in check.
Foods To Lower Your Blood Sugar: Cherries
Fri, 16 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400
When you get a snack attack, reach for a handful of this sugar-lowering fruit.
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Finding Health Insurance Can Be Tricky For Grads
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 01:50:00 -0500
Many young adults transition out of college into jobs that have limited benefits. Negotiating how to find health insurance that will meet their needs can be difficult.
Flu On Campus: Avoiding Misery For $20
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:29:00 -0500
Every year, about 1 in 4 college students gets the flu. A $20 flu shot can be a cheap insurance policy against aching joints and muscles, high fever, missed classes. But even that isn't enough to motivate some students to get vaccinated, so one health expert is trying an economic argument.
UnitedHealth Insures Against Becoming Uninsured
Wed, 03 Dec 2008 17:52:00 -0500
United Healthcare is allowing clients to pay a premium to guarantee their right to buy health insurance in the future. The new product, which is called "continuity," is aimed at policyholders who might lose coverage if they leave their jobs.
Clinic To Disclose Doctors' Industry Ties
Wed, 03 Dec 2008 16:49:00 -0500
The Cleveland Clinic is making it easier for the public to find out if its doctors get money from pharmaceutical companies and medical device makers. The move could help patients evaluate whether the doctors are acting in their best interests.
washingtonpost.com - Health
On Health Care, Obama Policymakers Tap Campaign's Network of Supporters
Ceci Connolly Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500
Barack Obama's incoming administration has begun to draw on the high-tech organizational tools that helped get him elected to lay the groundwork for an attempt to restructure the U.S. health-care system.
Seeking a Second Opinion on Change in Health Care
Joe Davidson Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500
The nation's largest provider of health insurance for federal employees, under fire for changes to its benefits package, says it is willing to make adjustments in answer to the complaints if only Uncle Sam would let it.
Bill Gates Urges Obama to Increase Spending
Philip Rucker Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0500
The world's richest technology entrepreneur -- and leading philanthropist -- came to Washington yesterday with a simple message for President-elect Barack Obama: Increase spending.
Reuters: Health News
Abortion not seen linked with depression
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:08:31 -0500
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - No high-quality study done to date can document that having an abortion causes psychological distress, or a "post-abortion syndrome," and efforts to show it does occur appear to be politically motivated, U.S. researchers said on Thursday.
"Rogue" stem cell clinics exploit hope: report
Wed, 03 Dec 2008 22:47:36 -0500
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Rogue clinics around the world may be exploiting hope and ignorance by offering unproven stem cell therapies, a group of stem cell experts said in a report released on Wednesday.
Study sheds light on breast cancer drug failure
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 08:58:12 -0500
LONDON (Reuters) - The most commonly used breast cancer drug may cause tumors to spread in a small number of women with low levels of a protein which makes cells stick together, British researchers said on Thursday.
CNN.com - Health
Less sun, more depression for people with SAD
Wed, 03 Dec 2008 10:50:16 -0500
Douglas Cootey is replacing his lightbulbs with brighter ones, but not just to see better. The new broad spectrum lights simulate sunlight, and might help enliven his mood in the gloomy winter months. Cootey realized that his symptoms fit those of seasonal affective disorder, a condition that typically generates depression during autumn and winter and then goes away in the sunnier months.
Zimbabweans ill with cholera crossing border
Wed, 03 Dec 2008 12:50:24 -0500
Doctors worry about the woman sitting on a bed inside the large tent, an IV in her arm. Chipo Matewe, 23, is eight months pregnant and stricken with cholera.
Allergic and wheezing, but still keeping pets
Tue, 02 Dec 2008 09:09:55 -0500
It started with sinus congestion for Shawna Coronado. Then the splitting migraines came. Coronado soon discovered the furry causes: her family's dog and cat. Like the 10 million American pet owners with allergies, the Coronados faced a dilemma: Can a sneezy-wheezy human and pet co-exist in the same house?
ABC News: Health
Should Docs Disclose Drug Company Ties?
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 08:10:20 -0500
Cleveland Clinic becomes first to disclose drug industry links online.
Parents Cut Corners in Poor Economy
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 08:29:53 -0500
From diluting milk to skipping check-ups, experts say the recession hurts kids.
Gym-Rat-in-Chief: Obama's Fitness Regimen
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 09:14:05 -0500
Some say Obama is obsessed with fitness, but others say it sets a good example.
BBC News | Health | UK Edition
Baby Faith remains seriously ill
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 12:01:37 -0000
A baby girl remains seriously ill after her conjoined twin died following emergency surgery to separate them.
Psychiatric drugs force queried
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 12:26:40 -0000
The practice of forcing psychiatric patients to take medication is not backed by evidence, say researchers.
Zimbabwe cholera 'an emergency'
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 11:00:02 -0000
Authorities in Zimbabwe declare a cholera outbreak that has killed more than 500 people a national emergency, state media reports.
Newsweek Health Headlines
Couples Face Tough Choices on Unused Embryos
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 05:04:51 -0000
A psychologist on the complicated reasons couples are reluctant to donate or destroy stored embryos after their fertility treatments end.
Are Gluten-Free Diets Healthier, or Is It Hype?
Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:01:55 -0000
Americans are spending about $2 billion a year on gluten-free products, which advocates claim can help with everything from autism to ADHD, but is the trend more about hype than health?
The Seven Worst Winter Drinks
Wed, 26 Nov 2008 21:56:41 -0000
Hot apple cider and spiked hot chocolate might hit the spot this time of year, but watch out for skyrocketing calorie counts.
USATODAY.com Health - Top Stories
Can your personality help you weather tough economy?
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 05:41:32 -0000
Does the economic downturn terrify you? Or are you plotting a new strategy for life with less money? Your reaction offers a peek ...
Fertility patients unsure what to do with leftover embryos
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 05:01:57 -0000
Perhaps half a million embryos lie frozen in U.S. clinics, and many are likely to continue to do so because fertility patients ...
Texas criticized for mental care
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 01:19:11 -0000
Texas has more mentally disabled patients in institutions than any other U.S. state, and the federal government has concluded ...
UPHS - Health and Wellness Newsletter
Get Back in the Game with Penn Orthopaedics
For athletes, a sports-related injury can be extremely frustrating. An injury can limit performance or can even take you out of the game. The orthopaedic surgeons at the Penn Sports Medicine Center treat all types of sports-related injuries for athletes of all levels. With new procedures and technologies like minimally invasive surgery and meniscal transplantation, athletes benefit from a faster recovery period. A faster recovery means you can get off the sidelines and back to your active lifestyle sooner.
Eat, Drink and Be Mindful
Looking for a way to combat those extra calories during the holiday season? Learn how to enjoy the holiday season while keeping a lid on those extra calories! Andrea Diamond, MS, RD, program director for the Albert J. Stunkard Weight Management Program at Penn Medicine provides some holiday nutrition tips.
Division of Hematology/Oncology moves into Perelman in December
On December 15, 2008, the outpatient practice of the division of hematology/oncology will move to the Ruth and Raymond Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. The Abramson Cancer Center’s new facilities in the Perelman Center have over 70 exam rooms, 80 state-of-the-art individual chemotherapy suites, easily accessible outpatient surgery suites, and a committed staff that is eager to facilitate your visits.
Reader's Digest: Health
Choosing a Weight-Loss Program for your Child
Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Read more about this interesting rd.com article.
Foods to Lower Blood Sugar: Berries
Fri, 16 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400
Berries are nutrition powerhouses and they may help keep your blood sugar in check.
Foods To Lower Your Blood Sugar: Cherries
Fri, 16 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400
When you get a snack attack, reach for a handful of this sugar-lowering fruit.
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Association of Student Assistance Professionals of Vermont: Vermont Association of Student Assistance Professionals
Children's Drug Safety Manual: Publication devoted to children and parents on substance abuse and addiction. Parent-Teenager Contract.
Coalition for Drug Abuse Prevention: Description here
CSAP's Western Center for the Application of Prevention Technologies (WestCAPT): CSAP's Western CAPT - Centers for the Application of Prevention Technology
Drug Free AZ: The product of a partnership between the Maricopa County Attorney's Office, law enforcement, drug treatment providers, and drug prevention agencies throughout Arizona.
Erie County Council for the Prevention of Alcohol and Substance Abuse: Provides prevention and intervention services utilizing research-based strategies and programs committed to building safe, healthy, and resilient communities free from alcohol and other drug abuse.
FCD Educational Services, Inc.: A nonprofit organization that provides alcohol, tobacco, and other drug education and prevention programs to schools throughout the United States and abroad.
Forward Thinking On Drugs: Forward Thinking on Drugs was commissioned to bring together the evidence base to create a critical dialogue, and to give UN delegates to the April review meeting a clear and rigorous summary of the state of knowledge to date. In commissioning this evidence the Steering Group has only one pre-det...
Hablemos en Confianza: Information on drug abuse, depression, anger management, eating disorders for Latino parents. Bilingual parenting advice at Hablemos en Confianza.
Help Your Community.org: The HelpYourCommunity.org Website provides resources to help you make a difference in your community and in the lives of kids by helping them to stay away from drugs.
Indiana Prevention Resource Center: Homepage of the Indiana Prevention Resource Center.
Know! Helping Parents Keep Kids Substance Free: Based in Central Ohio. Provides information and support to parents looking for ways to keep their kids off alcohol, tobacco and other drugs.
My Drug Free World: A community-based non-profit corporation facilitating programs in the prevention of teen and adolescent alcohol, tobacco and other drug use. Westminster, Colorado, USA.
National Drug Prevention Alliance: Drug prevention information for teens, parents and professionals. Help for users wanting to give up. Research digests.
Partners for Substance Abuse Prevention: Resources and network for substance abuse prevention professionals and organizations.
Partners in Prevention of Substance Abuse Coalition: An organization of community members in Gainesville, Florida presents their goals and projects.
Partnership for a Drug-Free America: Obtain pertinent Drug Abuse and Substance Abuse Information for the Partnership For a Drugfree America.
Preventing Drug Abuse among Children and Adolescents: Preventing Drug Abuse Among Children and Adolescents Research-Based Guide presents an overview of the research on the origins and pathways of drug abuse, the basic principles derived from effective drug abuse prevention research, and the application of research results to the prevention of drug u...
Prevention First: A non-profit organization which provides educational programs and services to schools, businesses and community organizations to counter the negative effects of substance abuse and violence. Monmouth County, New Jersey, USA.
Project Alert: Drug prevention curriculum for middle school students with online teacher training and staff development workshops.
Project Liberty: A collection of television commercials developed by high school students to increase drug awareness. [May not work with all browsers.][Requires RealPlayer.]
Protecting You, Protecting Me: Information about the MADD alcohol use prevention curriculum for grades one through five that discusses the impacts of alcohol on health.
RADD The Entertainment Industry's Voice for Road Safety: RADD is an internationally recognized 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization that uses celebrity power to create positive attitudes about road safety.
Red Ribbon Week Resources: A site that features products and information for a Red Ribbon Week Campaign.
Respect is Peace: Information for parents and youngsters on substance abuse, and moral topics. Includes a listing of USA and International prevention centers.
Run Drugs Out of Town Run: Details on how to raise money for prevention groups and Say No to Drugs campaigns.
SAMHSA Model Programs: Access to substance abuse, gambling addiction and HIV/AIDS prevention and intervention programs and materials; training and technical assistance from program developers; related information for communities and organizations seeking to start prevention and intervention programs.
SSAVY - Stop Substance Abuse and Violence in Youth: SSAVY, which stands for Stop Substance-Abuse and Violence in Youth, is an effort by the West Fargo Public Schools to prevent and reduce the use of alcohol, tobacco, and drugs by students in the West Fargo School District.
Steroid Effects: The Education of Students on the Effects of Anabolic Steroids.
Substance Abuse Prevention: The Substance Abuse Prevention Team is dedicated to educating the public about and preventing substance abuse in the Rainy River District of Northwestern Ontario.
Substance Abuse Prevention Services of the Carolinas: A program of community intervention and science-based educational programs, with a newsletter, and details of services and training.
Teen Safe AZ: Provides information and promotes parent accountability to address the underage drinking problem in Phoenix, Arizona.
The Anti-Drug: Parenting site launched by the White House of National Drug Control Policy. The goal is to help parents learn better communication skills when talking to, and teaching, their children about illicit drugs.
We Have Poipus: Puppet Show to avoid drug abuse and promote self esteem. In cludes script performance sounds files and links to useful sites.
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