Group backs mandatory flu shots for health workers
By LINDSEY TANNER 2010-09-08T21:06:24ZCHICAGO (AP) -- Flu vaccination should be required for all doctors, nurses and other health workers, the nation's largest pediatricians' group says, calling it a long overdue step to protect patients.... hosted.ap.org |
Calif. whooping cough: 9 dead, infections on rise
By SHAYA TAYEFE MOHAJER 2010-09-17T12:50:41ZLOS ANGELES (AP) -- State health officials reported Thursday that California is on track to break a 55-year record for whooping cough infections in an epidemic that has already claimed the lives of nine infants.... hosted.ap.org |
Suicides Put Light on Pressures of Gay Teenagers
The case of Tyler Clementi is one of several recent suicides by young gay men who were harassed. feeds.nytimes.com |
Sex and the Single 50-Something
They have friends with benefits and rarely use condoms. Meet the current generation of 50-something singles. feeds.nytimes.com |
Prescription charges to go in Scotland
The Scottish government has confirmed it will abolish prescription charges next April, despite huge funding pressures ahead. bbc.co.uk |