11/30/2008 News For: Cinergy Health Help With Medicaldigits 46 Percentage of employers this year with medical coverage offered some sort of account-based health plan, such as high-deductible Health Savings Account. More health funding still needed: AMAQ The Queensland branch of the Australian Medical Association AMAQ says despite billions of dollars being allocated for health funding by Federal and State Governments at yesterday's COAG meeting, more money is still needed. Michigan medical marijuana act leaves patients in limbo A law that lets people in pain use marijuana has left those procuring the illegal drug in a legal haze. The Michigan Medical Marijuana Act forces qualified patients and caregivers to get medical marijuana and seeds from illegal black-market dealers,... Medical genetics set for boost For years, scientists have held out hope that the rapidly evolving field of genetics could transform medical diagnosis and treatment, moving beyond a trial-and-error approach. Taking the First Steps toward Better Health - Taking the first step toward a healthier lifestyle can seem overwhelming. The American Medical Association AMA suggests that one way to start might be with small changes that can lead to big health benefits. Monroe seeks volunteers in Medical Reserve Corps MONROE ��� The Monroe County Health Department Public Health Preparedness Division will hold three orientation sessions next month for people interested in the county���s Medical Reserve Corps. The MRC is a nationwide program of medical and public health volunteers who prepare for and respond to emergencies as well as promote healthy living. Two sessions will be held Monday, from 10:30 a.m. to ... PA Department of Health Halts Admissions at Commonwealth Medical Center in Beaver County The Pennsylvania Department of Health today ordered a ban on all new inpatient, outpatient, emergency and non-emergency admissions to Commonwealth Medical Center, 2500 Hospital Drive, Aliquippa, until further notice. Help available for Medicare applicants The Alabama Tombigbee Regional Commission Area Agency on Aging is offering a program Tuesday that could prevent senior citizens from overpaying for medical costs. Health Highlights: Nov. 28, 2008 Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: Northwest Medical Center receives honor for radiology The Houston Northwest Medical Center received another honor for its exemplary work in the field of preventative health. |




