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CDC study shows no link between number of vaccines and autism
We've all heard that vaccines can lead to autism. But we've also heard that it's just a myth. And almost every health expert disputes the vaccine-autism link, as do numerous studies. But it's always in your mind: Am I doing the right thing? Some parents...
Tags: NPR, Drugs and Medicines, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Vaccines, Behavioral Conditions
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White House warns about budget cuts in Florida
While trying to blame Republicans, the White House predicts big losses of money and jobs in Florida because of budget cuts that will squeeze schools, work-study programs, Head Start, environmental protection, law enforcement and defense. The automatic...Tags: Tetanus, Palm Beach (Palm Beach, Florida), Finance, Government Debt, Wildlife
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Flu numbers in SD double last year's totals
South Dakota is being hit hard by the flu this season, with cases, hospitalizations and deaths about double least season’s totals. There have been nearly 950 confirmed cases of influenza in South Dakota this season, more than 330 hospitalizations...Tags: Drugs and Medicines, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Pharmaceuticals, Vaccines, Disease Prevention
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Why doctors fire patients: The great vaccine debate
![A recent headline in the Wall Street Journal noted, "More doctors dismissing patients who refuse vaccines for their children." This story was especially interesting to me, as I now only accept new patients who plan to vaccinate their children.](http://www.sun-sentinel.com/media/thumbnails/story/2012-03/23641045547920-01143639.jpg "A recent headline in the Wall Street Journal noted, "More doctors dismissing patients who refuse vaccines for their children.\" This story was especially interesting to me, as I now only accept new patients who plan to vaccinate their children.")
Tribune Media ServicesA recent headline in the Wall Street Journal noted, "More doctors dismissing patients who refuse vaccines for their children." This story was especially interesting to me, as I now only accept new patients who plan to vaccinate their children. This was...Tags: Drugs and Medicines, Pharmaceuticals, Disease Prevention, Chemical Industry, Medical Specialization
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Advances in science are among mankind's greatest achievements
The pessimist might be tempted to look at mankind's most turbulent history since history began and be discouraged about the future. Many evils have been perpetrated by humans, including wars, genocide and massacres. Despite the sometimes tragic nature...Tags: Drugs and Medicines, Disease Prevention, Smallpox , Brucellosis, Animal Science
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Healthy Monday Tip #11 — Do you need a vaccine?
The Fitness Center - Orlando SentinelThe Healthy Monday Campaign has designated Monday as the day to start and sustain healthy habits. Why Mondays? It’s the January of the week, the perfect time for a fresh start. By setting a day (Monday) every week for people to think about and focus... -
California could lose 64,000 defense jobs, White House warns
California could lose 64,000 defense jobs if looming federal budget cuts start to take effect this week, the White House warned. The administration released a state-by-state breakdown of how $85 billion in spending reductions will play out if...
Tags: Government Debt, U.S. Department of Defense, HIV, U.S. Congress, Career and Workplace
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A look at automatic budget cuts in Indiana
Military and education would take big hits in Indiana from automatic cuts to the federal budget set to take effect this week, according to a report the White House issued Sunday. The White House compiled the numbers from federal agencies and its own...Tags: Tetanus, Crime, Law and Justice, Finance, U.S. Department of Defense, HIV
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More than a dozen cases of mumps suspected at Loyola
A dozen or more cases of mumps have been reported among Loyola University Maryland students over the past month, prompting officials to alert the campus community to signs of the rare virus that has spread rapidly across college campuses in recent...
Tags: Students, Disease Prevention, Teaching and Learning, Headaches, Swelling
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The Scripps deal: great ambitions, modest payoff in jobs so far
It was heralded as one of the greatest economic boons in Florida history, akin to the creation of Walt Disney World, the Kennedy Space Center, the air conditioner. But nearly a decade later, this much is clear. The ambitious plan for a world-class...
Tags: Business Enterprises, Pharmaceuticals, Walt Disney World Resort, Miami (Miami-Dade, Florida), Sales
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Flu shot doing a poor job of protecting elderly
ATLANTA (AP) — It turns out this year's flu shot is doing a startlingly dismal job of protecting senior citizens, the most vulnerable age group. The vaccine is proving only 9 percent effective in people 65 and older against the harsh strain of the...
Tags: Pharmaceuticals, Disease Prevention, Science and Technology, Chemical Industry, Flu Vaccine
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Marylander dies from rabies in first case since 1976
A Marylander has died of rabies for the first time since 1976, state health officials said Tuesday. It is not yet known how the person contracted the virus, which is found in animals across the state. Officials are exploring how and where the person...
Tags: Drugs and Medicines, Rabies, Vaccines, Montgomery County (Maryland), Disease Prevention
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