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Health Insurers Offer to Accept All Applicants, on Condition
Thu, 20 Nov 2008 05:13:19 -0000
The health insurance industry said it would support a plan requiring insurers to accept all customers, but asked that Congress require all Americans to have coverage in return.
What Happy People Don’t Do
Thu, 20 Nov 2008 06:47:05 -0000
Happy people spend a lot of time socializing, going to church and reading newspapers — but they don’t spend a lot of time watching television, a new study finds.
Weight Loss Surgery Helps Obese Women Have Healthier Babies
Thu, 20 Nov 2008 06:47:16 -0000
A new report suggests that women who become pregnant after weight-loss surgery have easier pregnancies than do obese women who become pregnant.
CNN.com - Health
Looking for hope amid the ashes
Wed, 19 Nov 2008 17:06:25 -0500
Jonathan Reyes whimpered softly as he and his parents approached what was left of their house, one of more than than 500 structures razed by wildfires raging in Los Angeles County. His parents were anguished about explaining the loss to their son. Any 7-year-old would find such loss devastating, but Jonathan is even more fragile. He has autism.
U.S. opens FDA office in China after scares
Wed, 19 Nov 2008 12:18:40 -0500
The first foreign office of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration opened Wednesday in Beijing after an influx of contaminated Chinese food and drug imports to the United States.
Healthy Thanksgiving tips, market to table
Wed, 19 Nov 2008 08:58:28 -0500
Thanksgiving marks the beginning of a season where eating is central to the festivities. While it's also the season of indulgence, it's easy to plan a holiday meal that's delicious and healthful. Whether you're serving two or 20, these guidelines will help make sure your big dinner is a success. Follow our tips for making smart choices at the market, in the kitchen, and at the table.
BBC News | Health | World Edition
Rapid care 'cuts baby's HIV risk'
Wed, 19 Nov 2008 23:59:49 -0000
Rapid drug treatment of babies with HIV dramatically cuts their risk of death and debilitating disease, research shows.
Windpipe transplant breakthrough
Wed, 19 Nov 2008 01:28:49 -0000
Surgeons in Spain claim a major breakthrough by giving a woman a new windpipe with tissue grown from her own stem cells.
Technology to eradicate malaria
Wed, 19 Nov 2008 08:40:01 -0000
Emerging technologies could boost supplies of essential plant-based drugs to combat malaria, says a report.
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Health Insurers Offer to Accept All Applicants, on Condition
Thu, 20 Nov 2008 05:13:19 -0000
The health insurance industry said it would support a plan requiring insurers to accept all customers, but asked that Congress require all Americans to have coverage in return.
What Happy People Don’t Do
Thu, 20 Nov 2008 06:47:05 -0000
Happy people spend a lot of time socializing, going to church and reading newspapers — but they don’t spend a lot of time watching television, a new study finds.
Weight Loss Surgery Helps Obese Women Have Healthier Babies
Thu, 20 Nov 2008 06:47:16 -0000
A new report suggests that women who become pregnant after weight-loss surgery have easier pregnancies than do obese women who become pregnant.
CNN.com - Health
Looking for hope amid the ashes
Wed, 19 Nov 2008 17:06:25 -0500
Jonathan Reyes whimpered softly as he and his parents approached what was left of their house, one of more than than 500 structures razed by wildfires raging in Los Angeles County. His parents were anguished about explaining the loss to their son. Any 7-year-old would find such loss devastating, but Jonathan is even more fragile. He has autism.
U.S. opens FDA office in China after scares
Wed, 19 Nov 2008 12:18:40 -0500
The first foreign office of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration opened Wednesday in Beijing after an influx of contaminated Chinese food and drug imports to the United States.
Healthy Thanksgiving tips, market to table
Wed, 19 Nov 2008 08:58:28 -0500
Thanksgiving marks the beginning of a season where eating is central to the festivities. While it's also the season of indulgence, it's easy to plan a holiday meal that's delicious and healthful. Whether you're serving two or 20, these guidelines will help make sure your big dinner is a success. Follow our tips for making smart choices at the market, in the kitchen, and at the table.
BBC News | Health | World Edition
Rapid care 'cuts baby's HIV risk'
Wed, 19 Nov 2008 23:59:49 -0000
Rapid drug treatment of babies with HIV dramatically cuts their risk of death and debilitating disease, research shows.
Windpipe transplant breakthrough
Wed, 19 Nov 2008 01:28:49 -0000
Surgeons in Spain claim a major breakthrough by giving a woman a new windpipe with tissue grown from her own stem cells.
Technology to eradicate malaria
Wed, 19 Nov 2008 08:40:01 -0000
Emerging technologies could boost supplies of essential plant-based drugs to combat malaria, says a report.
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Association of Cancer Online Resources: The ACOR Network of Cancer Survivors & Caregivers is designed to provide accurate & timely information, resources in a supportive environment. Our activities are conducted through disease-specific eCommunities (Internet support groups).Bay Area Tumor Institute: Support Groups: East Bay Area Cancer Patient Resources: Support Groups
Camp Bluebird: Twice a year, adult cancer survivors gather at Camp Bluebird for a 3 day, 2 night experience that's unlike any other part of their treatment regimen.
Cancer and Careers: Living and Working with Cancer: An interactive resource and community for working women with any type of cancer and their employers, coworkers, and caregivers.
Cancer Central: cancer
Cancer News: Cancer Support Groups: A service of Cancer News on the Net.
Cancer Patients Aid Association: Cancer Patients Aid Association: Cancer Patients Care in India. India Mumbai based Cancer Patients Aid Association providing Cancer Patients with Care & Rehabilitation.
Cancer Resource Index.: Extensive cancer website offering uniased support and information regarding all types of cancer and chemotherapy options.Conventional (radiation,chemotherapy and alternative medicine options including herbal ( essiac ) and shark cartlidge. Visitors have told us our website is one of the best canc...
Cancer Survivors Gathering Place: Cancer Survivors Support
Cancer Survivors On Line: Provides cancer information, resources, and support to patients, families, friends, and medical professionals.
Chemotherapy and You: A Guide to Self-Help During Cancer: Information about what to expect during chemotherapy and what patients can do to take care of themselves during and after treatment. NIH Publication #03-1136.
Child of a Parent with Cancer: Support and meeting place for kids of parents with cancer and kids/children with cancer with guestbook, boards and chat room
Conquer Cancer: Cancer support group CoquerCancer.com offers free doctor cancer chat, free patient cancer chat about therapy, free nurse chatrooms about chemotherapy, also message boards for chemo, treatments, with stories and a daily quote.
Coping with Cancer: Mesothelioma support and resources for patients living with and coping with asbestos cancer and for their caregivers.
Healthy Young Attitude: Details about this network of young adults whose lives have been affected by cancer. Includes support, a bulletin board, stories, resources, pictures and details on how to join the cause.
Humberside Oesophageal Support Group: Humberside Oesophageal Support Group (UK). Support and information for people with oesophageal cancer, Barrett's oesphagus, severe acid reflux or similar problems with swallowing, eating and digestion. Web Master Gwen Harlow-UK. www.hosg.org.uk, Humberside Oesophageal Support Group. A site with...
International Union Against Cancer: UICC is the only international NGO dedicated uniquely to the global control of cancer
Living With Cancer: Geared towards those who have cancer and need someone to talk to. Contains information and motivational support.
Lymphoma Support Ireland: Hodgkin and Non Hodgkin&'s Lymphoma Support - Lymphoma.ie - Ireland Lymphoma Support Group for patients and carers. Hodgkin's, Non Hodgkin's. Information and lymphoma links, survivors stories. Ireland
National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship: A nationwide network of independent organizations and individuals working in the area of cancer support and information.
OncoChat: OncoChat is a global support community for people whose lives have been touched by cancer. Please explore our web site, chat with some of the regulars and find some links to other cancer resources.
PMP Pals - Pseudomyxoma Peritonei Network: PMP Pals is a worldwide resource and referral service for patients with rare intestinal cancers, appendiceal cancer, and/or Pseudomyxoma Peritonei
Rare Cancer Alliance: Information, research, support, links, websites, for rare cancer patients and loved ones.
Shared Experience Cancer Support: Searchable listing of first-hand accounts by cancer patients and caregivers.
Spinal Cord Tumor Association, Inc.: A public discussion forum and information exchange created by The Spinal Cord Tumor Association, Inc., a US not-for-profit corporation dedicated to the interests of victims of the rare condition of a spinal cord tumor. Symptomatic pre and post-treatment experiences are shared along with social i...
Spokancer: Provides support and access to resources in Spokane for cancer patients and their families and friends. [Washington]
The SAMFund: Established for young adult survivors of cancer to assist by providing financial support through grants and scholarships.
The Wellness Community: Non-profit organization dedicated to providing free emotional support, education and hope for people with cancer and their loved ones.
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