Some families win under new health care provisions
By CARLA K. JOHNSON 2010-09-23T14:37:45ZCHICAGO (AP) -- The nation's new health care law adds consumer protections that kick in Thursday, forcing insurers to meet new requirements. Coverage for children with pre-existing conditions is guaranteed. Lifetime dollar caps are eliminated. And insurers can no longer cancel policies retroactively for frivolous reasons when people get very sick.... hosted.ap.org |
Smog may add to diabetes risk
Air pollution in your city might affect your chances of developing diabetes, according to new research published today in 'Diabetes Care.' rssfeeds.usatoday.com |
Patel appeal could be heard next year
The appeal by the former surgeon at Bundaberg Hospital in south-east Queensland, Jayant Patel, 60, against his convictions for manslaughter and grievous bodily harm may be heard early in 2011. abc.net.au |
Number of diabetic Americans could triple by 2050
By MIKE STOBBE 2010-10-22T16:48:42ZATLANTA (AP) -- As many as 1 in 3 U.S. adults could have diabetes by the year 2050, federal officials announced Friday, in a dramatic revision of earlier projections.... hosted.ap.org |
Concern over 'lack of workout in PE'
Children are not getting a proper workout in PE lessons according to the British Association of Sports and Exercise Medicine. bbc.co.uk |