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Global life spans continue to lengthen, WHO says
Reuters* Life expectancy increases in most rich and poor countries * China, India see big gains; some African countries decline * No sign obesity limiting average life spans in rich world By Tom Miles GENEVA, May 15 (Reuters) - People are living longer...Tags: Obesity, Weight, China, Demographics, United Nations
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Relay for Life event heads under the sea
Scuba divers hitting the water off Lauderdale-by-the-Sea next month won't just be enjoying the area's coral reefs and marine life. They will also be helping raise money for cancer research. While most participants in the American Cancer Society's many...Tags: Scuba Diving, American Cancer Society, Diving, Relay for Life
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WHO reports first patient-to-nurse spread of new SARS-like virus
ReutersBy Kate Kelland LONDON, May 15 (Reuters) - Two health workers in Saudi Arabia have become infected with a potentially fatal new SARS-like virus after catching it from patients in their care - the first evidence of such transmission within a hospital, the...Tags: Germany, Pneumonia, Saudi Arabia, United Kingdom, France
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Angelina Jolie's surgery not for everyone, experts warn
In the wake of Angelina Jolie’s announcement that she had a double mastectomy because of a rare gene, the American Cancer Society is warning that the radical surgery should not be taken lightly. Experts said that while the surgery is totally...Tags: Ovarian Cancer, The New York Times, Medical Procedures and Tests, American Cancer Society, Breast Cancer
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Angelina Jolie's surgery bring words of caution from experts
Angelina Jolie’s decision to have a double mastectomy because of a rare gene has generated great interest. But experts are urging caution regarding testing and prophylactic surgery. "This does not mean every woman needs a blood test to determine...
Tags: Ovarian Cancer, The New York Times, Medical Procedures and Tests, American Cancer Society, Breast Cancer
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Jonathan Fielding, the public's MD
If you've got your health, the cliche goes, you've got just about everything. If you've got public health duties, you're responsible for just about everything from mosquitoes (West Nile carriers) to hygiene (wash your hands for as long as it takes to sing...
Tags: Flu, HIV, Crime, Law and Justice, FBI, Preventative Medicine
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FACTBOX-Vaccine, drugs to fight new bird flu
Reuters(For other news from Reuters Health Summit, click on http://www.reuters.com/summit/Health13) May 6 (Reuters) - The U.N. World Health Organization and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are already working with samples of the new H7N9...Tags: U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Diseases and Illnesses, Flu, Vaccines, Chemical Industry
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Kaitlin Ames of Churchville participates in Stevenson University's Relay for Life
On April 19, psychology major Kaitlin Ames of Churchville participated in Stevenson University's Relay for Life Event. More than $38,000 was raised to support the American Cancer Society. More than 500 Stevenson University community members gathered...Tags: Health and Safety at School, American Cancer Society, Relay for Life
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REUTERS SUMMIT-WHO budget cuts worry bird flu watchers
Reuters(For other news from Reuters Health Summit, click on http://www.reuters.com/summit/Health13) * CDC head concerned at WHO ability to respond effectively * Swiss-based U.N. agency hit by Swiss franc strength * WHO official says work being done but...Tags: U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Flu, Diseases and Illnesses, Smallpox , Swine Flu
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FACTBOX-Speakers at Reuters Health Summit
Reuters(For other news from Reuters Health Summit, click on http://www.reuters.com/summit/Health13) May 6 (Reuters) - Thomas Frieden Director US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention David Cordani CEO Cigna Corp Jeremy Levin CEO Teva Pharmaceutical...Tags: U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Tenet Healthcare Corporation, Bain Capital, LLC, Medtronic Incorporated, Food and Drug Administration
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Could giving newborns formula help with breast-feeding?
One of the first warnings new mothers hear is that offering babies formula soon after birth can lead to problems with breast-feeding. Sating infants' hunger with formula can prevent them from nursing vigorously, interfering with milk production;...
Tags: U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Pediatrics, Medical Specialization, American Academy of Pediatrics
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FDA strengthens warnings on tanning beds to reduce cancer risk
ReutersBy Toni Clarke Washington, May 6 (Reuters) - Tanning beds and sunlamps will be required to carry stronger warning labels under new regulations proposed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, which is also recommending the machines not be used by...Tags: U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Diseases and Illnesses, Hampshire, Skin Cancer, Ultraviolet Radiation Exposure
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