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Americans list lack of insurance coverage and cost as top reasons for not seeking mental health services

Insurance coverage problems and costs supplant stigma as the number one obstacle to accessing mental health services according to a survey commissioned by the American Psychological Association.

29 Jun 2004

California Attorney General says emissions plan fails to adequately protect air, public health

"Exposure to mercury can cause severe health damage, particularly to pregnant women and young children," said Lockyer. "If implemented, these rules will protect the profits of polluters at the expense of the environment, people and public health."

29 Jun 2004

Prince Charles has called for more research into the benefits of complementary therapies for cancer patients

His Royal Highness was speaking at a conference hosted by five major charities, including The Prince of Wales’s Foundation for Integrated Health of which he is President.

28 Jun 2004

Researching the history of reproductive medicine during the Nazi era is still taboo

Researching the history of reproductive medicine during the Nazi era is still taboo, a leading German professor will tell the 20th annual conference of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology today (Monday 28 June).

28 Jun 2004

Male is often to blame for difficulties encountered when giving birth

A load of old bull or confirmation of what women have long assumed – the male is often to blame for difficulties encountered when giving birth.

28 Jun 2004

Current legislation on preimplantation genetic diagnosis in Germany does not reflect the views of the general public

At present PGD is forbidden in Germany, but in one of the first large study of attitudes to PGD amongst the general population and infertile couples in Germany, the researchers found that the majority of Germans think the technique should be permitted.

28 Jun 2004

50,000 people in the U.S. with cancer, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis or hepatitis C will be eligible for a Medicare drug lottery

50,000 people or 10% of the 500,000 people in the U.S with cancer, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis or hepatitis C will be eligible for a Medicare drug lottery for coverage of life saving drugs.

26 Jun 2004

Some low income parents have considered doing something illegal to feed their kids

Half of all parents (46 per cent) on a low income have gone short of food over the last year to feed someone else in their family, reveals a survey by leading children's charity NCH.

26 Jun 2004

McGuinty government improves supportive services for people with HIV/AIDS

The McGuinty government is providing people living with HIV/AIDS and frail seniors with 112 additional new supportive housing units in downtown Toronto, Health and Long-Term Care Minister George Smitherman announced today.

26 Jun 2004

Massive disparities in medical school admissions by social class

There are massive disparities in medical school admissions by social class, mainly because pupils from working class backgrounds see medical school as distant, unreal, and culturally alien, according to two studies in this week's BMJ.

26 Jun 2004

BMA comments on the Human Tissue Bill

Commenting on the Human Tissue Bill, to be debated in the House of Commons on Monday 28 June, the BMA strongly welcomes many of the changes that are being proposed.

26 Jun 2004

John Reid has launched the NHS Employers' Organisation

Health Secretary John Reid has launched the NHS Employers' Organisation - an independent body that will be responsible for the pay and conditions of all NHS staff.

26 Jun 2004

World's physicians make final plea for tobacco control treaty

The World Medical Association has made a final plea for governments to support the World Health Organisation's Framework Convention on Tobacco Control.

25 Jun 2004

HFEA says effective consent must be given by both the man and woman for use of embryos in IVF treatment

Legally, clinics must have consent from both parties to continue to store embryos and to use them in IVF treatment. If either party withdraws their consent before the embryos have been used, the clinics must allow the embryos to perish.

25 Jun 2004

The Phthalate Esters Panel responds to claims about the health effects of phthalates

A new report by Environment California Research & Policy Center makes several claims about the health effects of phthalates contained in consumer products that are unsupported by the science.

25 Jun 2004

Atkins responds to recent attacks from industry-funded groups

Atkins Health & Medical Information Services is urging Americans to once again look to the Atkins Lifestyle Food Guide Pyramid

25 Jun 2004

Australia will have some of the most graphic tobacco health warnings in the world

Explicit graphic warnings on cigarette packs and other tobacco products will be introduced as part of the Australian Government’s commitment to improving the health of all Australians by alerting consumers to the dangers of smoking.

25 Jun 2004

Tommy G. Thompson has announced a new Medicare program that will save seniors and the disabled substantial money

HHS Secretary Tommy G. Thompson today announced a new Medicare demonstration program that will save seniors and persons with disabilities substantial money

24 Jun 2004

Friends of the Earth criticises EU for failing to protect the environment and human health

Friends of the Earth, The European Environmental Bureau and Greenpeace today criticised the EU's lack of leadership at the WHO European Regional Conference in Budapest.

24 Jun 2004

State of Arizona is moving to a self-health-insurance model

In an effort to enhance health insurance benefits for its 70,000 employees, the state of Arizona is moving to a self-insurance model.

24 Jun 2004

Miscellaneous News

Americans list lack of insurance coverage and cost as top reasons for not seeking mental health services

California Attorney General says emissions plan fails to adequately protect air, public health

Prince Charles has called for more research into the benefits of complementary therapies for cancer patients

Researching the history of reproductive medicine during the Nazi era is still taboo

Male is often to blame for difficulties encountered when giving birth

Current legislation on preimplantation genetic diagnosis in Germany does not reflect the views of the general public

50,000 people in the U.S. with cancer, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis or hepatitis C will be eligible for a Medicare drug lottery

Some low income parents have considered doing something illegal to feed their kids

McGuinty government improves supportive services for people with HIV/AIDS

Massive disparities in medical school admissions by social class

BMA comments on the Human Tissue Bill

John Reid has launched the NHS Employers' Organisation

World's physicians make final plea for tobacco control treaty

HFEA says effective consent must be given by both the man and woman for use of embryos in IVF treatment

The Phthalate Esters Panel responds to claims about the health effects of phthalates

Atkins responds to recent attacks from industry-funded groups

Australia will have some of the most graphic tobacco health warnings in the world

Tommy G. Thompson has announced a new Medicare program that will save seniors and the disabled substantial money

Friends of the Earth criticises EU for failing to protect the environment and human health

State of Arizona is moving to a self-health-insurance model

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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