US face transplant patient promotes organ donation
By MEGHAN BARR 2010-09-17T11:24:35ZCLEVELAND (AP) -- There is an initial shock upon first glance at Connie Culp, the woman who received the nation's first face transplant nearly two years ago. She taps her way through the hospital waiting room, feeling along the floor with a cane and smiling hesitantly at a visitor, even though she can only make out shadows and shapes.... hosted.ap.org |
Ipswich hospital expansion takes another step forward
Queensland Health Minister Paul Lucas has appointed a project manager for the Ipswich hospital expansion west of Brisbane. abc.net.au |
Despite Army Efforts, Soldier Suicides Continue
Nearly 20 months after the Army began strengthening its suicide prevention program, the suicide rate among active service members shows little sign of improvement. feeds.nytimes.com |
Unlikely Allies in Food Stamp Debate
In the debate over whether the poor can buy soft drinks with food stamps, antihunger advocates are teamed up with Big Food and Big Beverage. feeds.nytimes.com |
Hurricanes may raise fetal distress risk
Exposure to hurricanes while still in the womb may increase risk of fetal distress, which can cause long-range health problems after birth, new ... rssfeeds.usatoday.com |