News For: Cost Of Pregnancy americanpregnancyCouncil insurance will cost millions Providing Metro Council members and their families with taxpayer-subsidized health insurance for life will cost the city close to $10 million over time, and that figure is expected to increase as more members take advantage of the benefit amid rising health-care costs. Preventing the Unwelcome Side Effects of Chemotherapy - A cancer diagnosis -- whether it's yours or a loved one's -- can be one of the most frightening moments in life. Most people faced with cancer feel anxiety and fear about the disease itself, but also about the possible side effects of chemotherapy. Nigeria: Drop in Medical Care in Niger Delta Worries National Association of Resident Doctors The National Association of Resident Doctors of Nigeria has raised the alarm over the significant drop in medical care in the Niger Delta region "because of the increased armed conflict within the region." Family history of brain tumours increases the risk New research has found that people with a family history of cancerous brain tumours appear to have higher risk of developing the same kind of tumours. Acupuncture Eases Breast Cancer Side Effects A study says that acupuncture is just as good as drugs for treating the side effects of breast cancer treatment. Unwelcome surprise: Mother learns she has cancer during pregnancy ultrasound Daryl Carlson/Citizen photo Treatments for bladder cancer patient Christina Huckins, a hair stylist in Plymouth and mother of two young boys, is complicated by her pregnancy. Galveston asking Congress today for $2.3 billion in relief Officials said they have no idea how much a complete recovery will cost, but Mayor Lyda Ann Thomas will request $1.2 billion for repairs to vital infrastructure, $600 million to repair the University of Texas Medical Branch and $500 million more to restore the Port of Galveston. Acupuncture Eases Breast Cancer Treatment Side Effects MONDAY, Sept. 22 HealthDay News -- Lifesaving treatments for breast cancer come at a cost -- many women experience hot flashes, fatigue, night sweats and more. Be wary of medical discount cards Mark Sarmadi, a diabetic, thought he had found the answer to getting health coverage when a salesman pitched him what he thought was a low-cost insurance program. Angiotech Announces Reorganization and Cost Reduction Initiatives, Updates Financial Outlook Vancouver, BC, September 22, 2008--T-Net--Angiotech Pharmaceuticals NASDAQ: ANPI, TSX: ANP, a global specialty pharmaceutical and medical device company, today announced that it is pursuing various initiatives to reduce operating costs and to further focus its business efforts, pending continued exploration of alternatives to the Company's balance sheet and current capital structure. |

