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Study: 1 in 7 home kitchens would flunk inspection

A new study suggests that at least one in seven home kitchens would flunk the kind of health inspection commonly administered to restaurants.

Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum to host 5K run

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The Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum is hosting a 5K run to benefit the restoration of the museum's B-17 bomber called the City of Savannah.

Dr. Drew to attend addiction studies conference

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A nationally known addiction specialist will be attending the fourth Georgia School of Addiction Studies conference.

Uncertainty over Medicare pay sets doctors on edge

For the third time this year, Congress is scrambling to stave off a hefty pay cut to doctors treating Medicare patients - even as the Obama administration mails out a glossy brochure to reassure seniors the health care...

Report: Trans fat limits lead to healthier foods

Holy fish sticks! Scientists finally have some good news about fat in our foods.

Move afoot in Congress to ban drop-side cribs

The baby crib, usually a safe haven for little ones, became a death trap for 6-month-old Bobby Cirigliano.

New strategy may be last shot to get rid of polio

For years, the world has been on the brink of wiping out polio, the deadly disease that can paralyze and kill children.

Dramatic surge seen in kids hospitalized with MRSA

The number of children hospitalized with dangerous drug-resistant staph infections surged 10-fold in recent years, a study found.

Study on cell phone link to cancer inconclusive

If there's one lifestyle tool that's ubiquitous, from American cities to remote villages of the developing world, it's the mobile phone.

Research links pesticides with ADHD in children

A new analysis of U.S. health data links children's attention-deficit disorder with exposure to common pesticides used on fruits and vegetables.

Scientist inspired by Dalai Lama studies happiness

After hearing about his cutting-edge research on the brain and emotions through mutual friends, the Dalai Lama invited Richard Davidson to his home in India in 1992 to pose a question.

Lawmakers review structure of state health agency

Associated Press - October 14, 2009 6:55 AM ET COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina lawmakers plan to review the structure of the state agency that handles both health and environmental...

H1N1 information

H1N1 vaccine made available to all groups

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The Coastal Health District will now be offering the H1N1 vaccine to anyone 6-months-old and older.

Hotline created for H1N1 information

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Residents in the Coastal Health Distict can now get information on the H1N1 flu 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling 1.888.497.8444.

H1N1 kits: are they worth the price?

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With just a few strokes of the keyboard and a couple clicks of the mouse, you can find countless products said to prevent the spread of Swine Flu.

New rules for St. Joseph's/Candler and Memorial Health

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St. Joseph's/Candler and Memorial Health have new rules regarding hospital visitors for due to the season and H1N1 flu.

Frequently asked questions about the safety of the H1N1 vaccine

As you are preparing to protect yourself and your family from the 2009 H1N1 flu, you may have questions about the safety of the 2009 H1N1 flu vaccines. Here are some frequently asked questions to help inform you about the  H1N1 flu vaccine.

Special Features

New mammogram guidelines

New government guidelines for mammograms released by the U.S. Preventative Services Task Force have left women feeling confused and the medical community divided.

   
   
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