Archive for November 5th, 2007

Homeopathy Campaign To Make People More Aware

Monday, November 5th, 2007

Homeopathy has a definite role to play in Indian health system not only because its medicines are simple to administer, but also because homeopathy is effective, safe and affordable.

Watching Funny Shows Helps Children Tolerate Pain Longer

Monday, November 5th, 2007

Watching comedy shows helps children tolerate pain for longer periods of time.

Researchers Identify Brain Circuits That Control Hunger

Monday, November 5th, 2007

Researchers have identified the brain circuits involved in hunger that are influenced by the hormone leptin, the signaling molecule produced by fat cells.

Some Difference In Bedside Manner Helps Patients Meet Needs

Monday, November 5th, 2007

A new study suggests that a single word can go a long way toward ensuring that patients discuss their medical concerns during a doctor visit.

Less Than Half Of Kids In California Being Read To Daily

Monday, November 5th, 2007

California ranks in the bottom half of the nation in the percentage of children who are read to daily by their parents.

New Way To Predict Survival In Older Women With Lung Cancer

Monday, November 5th, 2007

Researchers have discovered a novel mechanism to predict survival in older women with early stage lung cancer.

California Governor Urged To Address Minority Health Disparities In Health Plan

Monday, November 5th, 2007

California Governor is urged to address racial and ethnic health disparities in his universal health plan.

Lawsuit: Health Insurance Options For Nebraska Employees Discriminate Against Blacks

Monday, November 5th, 2007

A lawsuit alleges that Nebraska state employees living in predominately black ZIP codes were offered inferior health insurance coverage.

Hypertension Treatment, Control For Heart Failure Patients Varies By Race, Gender

Monday, November 5th, 2007

Hypertension treatment and control among patients who have been hospitalized for heart failure varies significantly by race and gender.

New Jersey Law Requires Hospitals To Report Infection Rates Publicly

Monday, November 5th, 2007

New Jersey Governor signed into law a bill that requires hospitals to file quarterly reports with the state on patient infection rates, types of infections and plans to control infections.