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Speed cameras across Britain are saving lives

The number of people killed or seriously injured at sites where safety cameras are in use has fallen by 40%, UK Transport Secretary Alistair Darling has announced. This equates to over 100 fewer deaths a year.

15 Jun 2004

Public awareness campaign in Northern Virginia on sexual coercion and statutory rape

The Virginia Department of Health will sponsor a public awareness campaign in Northern Virginia, Richmond, and Roanoke in June and July to help reduce sexual coercion and statutory rape.

15 Jun 2004

Special Ops medics training at Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center

They call themselves quiet professionals -- an elite, highly trained group of military experts known for their strength, stealth and speed. Some of their training is coming from doctors and nurses at the Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center.

15 Jun 2004

Common illnesses are associated with an increased risk of suicide in elderly people

Many common illnesses are independently associated with an increased risk of suicide in elderly people, according to an article in the June 14 issue of the Archives of Internal Medicine, one of the JAMA/Archives journals.

15 Jun 2004

Education improves health situation in Puerto Rico

The health situation of people in Puerto Rico is improving markedly as a result of better promotion and education efforts, according to Dr. Johnny V. Rullán, secretary of health of Puerto Rico.

15 Jun 2004

Simulated dirty bomb dispersal device at Gowen Field in Boise

One of the most harrowing prospects faced by military and civilian public safety officials alike is the threat of assault by someone intent on spreading radioactive contamination in highly populated areas

14 Jun 2004

New program aimed at increasing blood donations among federal government employees

In commemoration of World Blood Donor Day, HHS Secretary Tommy G. Thompson launched “Donation Nation,” a new program aimed at increasing blood donations among federal government employees to reduce chronic blood shortages in communities across the country.

14 Jun 2004

Mercy & Unity Hospitals to become completely tobacco free

Beginning July 1, Mercy & Unity Hospitals will be tobacco free. This means that smoking or the use of tobacco products will not be allowed in the buildings, on the grounds or in parking areas of the hospitals or its owned and leased facilities.

14 Jun 2004

British government to tackle variations across the country in the uptake of cancer drugs

A report by the National Cancer Director, Professor Mike Richards, shows unacceptably high variations across the country in the uptake of cancer drugs approved by the National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE).

14 Jun 2004

British government set to address ALL the issues that affect people with mental health problems

The British government has set out plans to address all the issues that affect people with mental health problems rather than just focusing on their medical needs. It has also called for a major shift in attitudes towards people with mental health problems.

14 Jun 2004

John Kerry report that American families continue to struggle in the economy

A new report out from the John Kerry for President campaign shows that American families continue to struggle in the economy as more and more are finding it harder to make ends meet with household costs rising, income shrinking and debt reaching record levels.

14 Jun 2004

New guidelines over the rights of lesbian, gay and bisexual partners over hospital visiting and involvement in treatment decisions

The guidance compiled by UNISON and the Royal College of Nursing provides detailed information on how healthcare workers can give confidence to lesbian, gay and bisexual service users and has been endorsed by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, College of Occupational Therapists, Royal College of Midwives and the Society of Radiographers.

14 Jun 2004

For nearly 50% of women, hair loss was the most distressing side effect of chemotherapy

Information and support charity CancerBACUP has dramatically revised its booklet on hair loss - the most traumatic side effect of cancer treatment for many women. The revamped booklet also now includes practical advice for patients from minority ethnic groups.

14 Jun 2004

AMA urges physicians to contact their U.S. senators to voice support for a patient safety bill

The AMA urges all physicians to contact their U.S. senators to voice their support for a patient safety bill that the Senate is expected to act on soon. The House passed this legislation by a wide margin in 2002.

14 Jun 2004

FDA seeks public comment on albuterol metered dose inhalers containing ozone-depleting propellants

FDA put on display today a Federal Register notice seeking public comment on a proposal for withdrawing "essential-use" status for albuterol metered-dose inhalers (MDIs) using chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) propellants.

12 Jun 2004

Violence costs some countries more than 4 per cent of their gross domestic product (GDP)

Violence exacts a huge financial toll above and beyond the physical and emotional devastation it causes, with violence-related injuries costing some countries more than 4 per cent of their gross domestic product (GDP), a report issued today by the United Nations World Health Organization (WHO) reveals.

12 Jun 2004

Chairman's speech at consultants conference 2004

Put patients first. That's what Mr Reid says. That's fine. Consultants do this every day. We don't need a politician to say it, like it's something we never thought of. When a consultant is working 50 hours a week despite only being paid for 35, that is putting the patient first. When a consultant is operating on an emergency patient in the middle of the night, that is putting the patient first.

12 Jun 2004

People in Washington are living longer but not necessarily better

People in Washington are living longer but not necessarily better, although there are simple steps that people can take now to improve their long term health and independence.

11 Jun 2004

High-fiber diet may reduce your risk of diabetes, some gastrointestinal disorders, high cholesterol, coronary artery disease and obesity

The low-carb craze is everywhere, but the truth is, there are good carbs and bad carbs. Fiber ranks among the good ones. A high-fiber diet may reduce your risk of diabetes, some gastrointestinal disorders, high cholesterol, coronary artery disease and obesity.

11 Jun 2004

Cholesterol isn’t all bad

Cholesterol gets lots of bad press, and for good reason. An estimated 24 million women and 18 million men have total cholesterol levels of 240 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) or higher increasing their risk of heart attack and stroke.

11 Jun 2004

Miscellaneous News

Speed cameras across Britain are saving lives

Public awareness campaign in Northern Virginia on sexual coercion and statutory rape

Special Ops medics training at Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center

Common illnesses are associated with an increased risk of suicide in elderly people

Education improves health situation in Puerto Rico

Simulated dirty bomb dispersal device at Gowen Field in Boise

New program aimed at increasing blood donations among federal government employees

Mercy & Unity Hospitals to become completely tobacco free

British government to tackle variations across the country in the uptake of cancer drugs

British government set to address ALL the issues that affect people with mental health problems

John Kerry report that American families continue to struggle in the economy

New guidelines over the rights of lesbian, gay and bisexual partners over hospital visiting and involvement in treatment decisions

For nearly 50% of women, hair loss was the most distressing side effect of chemotherapy

AMA urges physicians to contact their U.S. senators to voice support for a patient safety bill

FDA seeks public comment on albuterol metered dose inhalers containing ozone-depleting propellants

Violence costs some countries more than 4 per cent of their gross domestic product (GDP)

Chairman's speech at consultants conference 2004

People in Washington are living longer but not necessarily better

High-fiber diet may reduce your risk of diabetes, some gastrointestinal disorders, high cholesterol, coronary artery disease and obesity

Cholesterol isn’t all bad

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

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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