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Anne Arundel County health briefs
Free cookbook The Learn to Live program of the Department of Health has a new healthful eating kit that features a free cookbook and tips that will help you select foods high in fiber and low in fat and sodium. Recipes are also quick, easy and...Tags: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Vaccines, Human Body, Hospitals and Clinics, Mental Health
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Howard County health briefs
Blood donations The Greater Chesapeake and Potomac Region of the American Red Cross is requesting blood donations. Eligible donors can call 800-GIVE-LIFE to schedule an appointment. Platelet donors should call 800-272-2123. Calendar Spiritual...Tags: Charity, Diseases and Illnesses, Brown University, Health, Breast Cancer
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Generosity at its best
A difficult time in my family's life has finally improved with an operation made possible by a generous brother-in-law. On Jan. 31 my wife, Barbara, received a kidney at Allegheny General Hospital from her brother Randy Miller. Even though it has just...Tags: Dialysis, Immune System, Hospitals and Clinics, Health, Diabetes
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Insurance 'prior authorization' wastes time, money
At a time when physicians and policymakers alike are being asked to reduce health care costs without sacrificing quality care, it's crucial that we unleash the enormous potential for savings that could come from exciting new advances in health information...Tags: Health Insurance Cost, Technology, Healthcare Provider, General Practitioners, Insurance
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10 things your cardiologist wants you to know
Sure, you should keep your weight, cholesterol and blood pressure in check. But getting there — and staying there — includes a multitude of physical, nutritional and emotional components. Here are cardiologists' top 10 secrets for getting...Tags: Heart Disease, Lungs and Airways, Health and Medical Professionals, Massachusetts General Hospital, Human Body
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Don't blame whitening agents in toothpaste for those breakouts
A dab of toothpaste has long been a favorite home remedy for clearing up pimples. But could it also cause them? Despite suspicions from some zit-stricken folks seeking answers on online advice forums, dermatologists say there's no reason to blame...Tags: Medical Specialization, Dietary Supplements, Medical Specialization, Skin Rash, Medical Research
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The Heartbeat Bus
Good Samaritan Hospital wants to create healthier communities through awareness and prevention, during Heart Month and all year long. By getting a Health Fair screening, individuals can learn more about their risk of heart disease and stroke and be...Tags: Heart Disease, Hospitals and Clinics, Hospitals and Clinics, Health, Medical Procedures and Tests
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Truck collides into tanker on southwest side
Emergency crews are on the scene of an accident involving a pickup truck under a tanker on the southwest side.
The accident happened at the intersection of Harding and Raymond streets at approximately 7 a.m. The streets are closed due to the crash....Tags: Transportation Accidents, Motorvehicle Accidents, Hospitals and Clinics, Health, Disasters and Accidents
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Hundreds attend Imperial Valley College health fair
Staff WriterHundreds of Imperial Valley College students headed out between classes to the College Center for tests, screenings and information about how to get and stay healthy. The health fair helps raise awareness about individual student’s health, said...Tags: Hospitals and Clinics, Colleges and Universities, Hospitals and Clinics, Health, Colleges and Universities
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Natural Perspectives: Battling skin cancer — and my HMO
I've been battling skin cancer for the past two months. More accurately, I've been battling my HMO to get my cancer removed. The good news is that surgery offered a complete cure for this type of cancer, and it is now gone. The bad news is that the...Tags: General Practitioners, Health and Medical Professionals, Plastic Surgeons, Hospitals and Clinics, Health
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Heart tests urged for student athletes
Annie Martines never had a clue something might be wrong with her heart.
But several months into a senior year brimming with classes, sports and work, plus an intensifying college search, a routine electrocardiogram hinted that the 18-year-old St....Tags: American Heart Association, Health and Medical Professionals, Basketball, Health, Medical Procedures and Tests
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