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Cancer researchers receive $1.4 million in grants
The American Cancer Society has award more than $1.4 million in grants to researchers at the University of Iowa. Aliasger Salem, with Iowa's Department of Pharmacy, has received a 4-year, $717,000 grant for research that involves the cancer vaccine...Tags: Diseases, Preventative Medicine, Iowa City, Breast Cancer, Cancer
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Some doctors likely to quit giving shots, citing poor vaccine reimbursement from insurers
AP Medical WriterATLANTA (AP) _ About one in 10 doctors who vaccinate privately insured children are considering dropping that service largely because they are losing money when they do it, according to a new survey. A second survey revealed startling differences between...Tags: Diseases, Health Organizations, Medical Staff, Insurance, Preventative Medicine
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Some US doctors likely to quit giving shots, citing poor vaccine reimbursement from insurers
AP Medical WriterATLANTA (AP) _ About one in 10 U.S. doctors who vaccinate privately insured children are considering dropping that service largely because they are losing money when they do it, according to a new survey. A second survey revealed startling differences...Tags: Diseases, Health Organizations, Medical Staff, Insurance, Preventative Medicine
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Vaccines' cost stings doctors
About one in 10 doctors who vaccinate privately insured children is considering dropping that service, largely because of losing money when doing it, according to a survey. A second survey revealed startling differences between what doctors pay for...Tags: Diseases, Preventative Medicine, Viral Diseases, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Health Organizations
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Some doctors may give up vaccines because of cost
AP Medical WriterAbout one in 10 doctors who vaccinate privately insured children are considering dropping that service largely because they are losing money when they do it, according to a new survey. A second survey revealed startling differences between what...Tags: Diseases, Health Organizations, Medical Staff, Insurance, Preventative Medicine
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Doctors losing money on vaccines mull dropping service
ATLANTA - About one in 10 doctors who vaccinate privately insured children are considering dropping that service largely because they are losing money when they do it, according to a new survey. A second survey revealed startling differences between...Tags: Diseases, Preventative Medicine, Viral Diseases, Pharmaceuticals, University of Michigan
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Health Department offers Spanish-language line
Spanish-speaking residents of Anne Arundel County can call the Department of Health's Aprenda a Vivir line (410-222-4479) to request free educational materials and learn about available health services. Among the Spanish-language materials available...Tags: Family, Odenton, Health Organizations, Behavioral Conditions, Preventative Medicine
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Vaccines to help your cat have nine lives
denise.flaim@newsday.comShould you? Shouldn't you? Vaccinating your companion animal is an intensely personal decision that should be made in concert with your veterinarian. But it sure helps to have a little guidance along the way. For cats, the American Association of...Tags: Diseases, Preventative Medicine, Clubs and Associations, Viral Diseases, Animals
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Study: HPV vaccine prevents genital warts in males
The Associated PressFor the first time, an expensive vaccine aimed at preventing cervical cancer in women has proven successful at preventing a disease in men, according to a study released Thursday by the vaccine's maker. The disease is genital warts -- sexually...Tags: Diseases, Preventative Medicine, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Merck & Company Incorporated, Cancer
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How to make shots seem less scary for kids
This year, doctors are recommending flu shots for all kids older than 6 months. Here are tips from pediatricians on easing any fears: 1. Explain the reason. Tell your child that vaccinations are a way to stay healthy and strong. 2. Don't lie - prepare...Tags: Preventative Medicine, Migraine, Pain
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National schedule for Friday, Nov. 14, 2008
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Vaccines only work if they're taken
While lack of health care is a problem for many Americans, many of the most vulnerable — our children — at least have access to the most effective medical intervention since the last century: vaccinations. Florida has made great strides...Tags: Diseases, Preventative Medicine, Viral Diseases, Pharmaceuticals, Illnesses
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