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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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Acne Support Group in Cyberspace Chat Room: A support group and chat area for everyday people of all ages and walks of life with acne to visit, discuss, share treatments, support each other, and move through the stressful event of having acne.Canada Mastocytosis Support: For patients, caregivers and doctors. Also support information for all mast cell disorders.
Clearskin.net: Acne Information Community Site
Diagnosis: Pityriasis Lichenoides et Varioliformis Acuta (PLEVA): Support group for those with Pityriasis Lichenoides et Variolformis Acuta (PLEVA)lesions and rashes, including pictures and message board.
Elliot's Disease Research Library: Library of information for those suffering from Elliot's Disease, an undiagnosed parasitic skin disorder affecting humans and their pets that may mimic lice or scabies.
Hydroa Vacciniforme: HydroaVacciniforme: Hydroa Vacciniforme Support Group
Ichthyosis Registry: NIH-supported Registry promoting research into diagnosis and treatment of ichthyoses and related disorders. Serum testing for X-Linked ichthyosis, biopsy slide analysis, and DNA testing for many types of ichthyosis available for enrolled individuals.
Ichthyosis.com: 'A portal for ichthyosis information, including unique custom search engine, bulletin boards, chat room, and tips from patients.
International Chronic Urticaria Society: Current medical findings, surveys, research notices, email chats and support group.
Lichen Sclerosus Support and Awareness Group: Dedicated to those that suffer from Lichen Sclerosis
National Unidentified Skin Parasite Association: purpose is to promote quality health care, research, and serve as a support group for those with this disease. black specks, hair, granules, lint balls, hairlike worms coming out of the skin....
Nevus Support Australia: Support for families affected by Congenital Melanocytic Naevus a rare skin growth. The disorder affects 1 in 20,000 newborns in some form and as few as 1 in 500,000.
Scabies Message Board: Message board and support group for those with scabies and other skin disorders.
Skin, Hair, and Nail Problems Message Board: A large forum on these issues.
SkinCell International Forum: An informative and friendly forum for sufferers of skin disorders, complaints and trauma. Common topics: Acne Rosacea, Eczema, Psoriasis and Rashes
Skinship UK: Skinship UK support group, Skinship
The Chronic Urticaria Support Group: For those affected by Urticaria / Hives or similar conditions.
The Morgellons Skin Pathogen Foundation: We fund research to determine the cause of an unusual skin disease. Fibers, fuzz, or unusual hairs associated with skin are the striking features of this skin disease.
What To Do About Prurigo Nodularis: This is a support page for people who have Prurigo Nodularis, or knows someone who does. we give the description and possible treatments of the disease. We also have and open forum to hear what you have to say about your experiences or to hear your questions.
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