California officials on Wednesday withdrew their request to sell unsubsidized insurance policies to people who can’t prove they’re legally in the United States after learning the decision would fall to President-elect Donald Trump’s administration. Calling the decision “the first California casualty of the Trump presidency,” Sen. Ricardo Lara said he doesn’t trust the incoming administration to protect people’s privacy and health.
Day: January 18, 2017
Texas lawmakers working to make smoking illegal toa
Texas legislators are working to make it illegal for anyone under 21-years-old to buy cigarettes or chewing tobacco. For over a decade, Texas democrats have been looking for ways to raise the minimum legal smoking age, a topic of conversation really personal to Lamar students, and a major issue for those like Jazlyn Potier-Jones.
Southampton scientists to hold free dementia event
Scientists at the forefront of research into the disease will hold a meeting at the University of Southampton to inform people about the latest progress in the field. The event will be held on February 1 and is organised by the Alzheimer’s Research UK South Coast Network Centre, a community of dementia researchers from universities across the South Coast.
Trump HHS nominee: It’s ‘imperative’ people be able to keep health coverage
JANUARY 18: U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Nominee Rep. Tom Price testifies during his confirmation hearing January 17, 2017 on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC. Price, a leading critic of the Affordable Care Act, is expected to face questions about his healthcare stock purchases before introducing legislation that would benefit the companies.
VA says ‘beam signing’ signifies progress on veterans clinic
… been in the last 10 or 15 years, they’re coming back with problems. We came back from Vietnam with problems. Mental health is our biggest issue inside the veterans community. We are losing 22 veterans a day to suicide,” Jackson said. Alexandria VA …
$1.9 billion error adds to California deficit projection
… Medi-Cal program, California’s version of Medicaid, is jointly funded by the state and federal governments to provide health coverage for people with low incomes. It covers one in three Californians, at a total cost of more than $100 billion …
Free Pet Vaccinations to be Offered in Encinitas
On Saturday, Jan. 21, pet owners can head to the Community Food Bank located at 389 Requeza Street, between 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the free services. “In many cases, the free vaccination and exam clinics keep families together,” said Jim Silviera, president of RCHS.
Prebiotics Market Overview, Manufacturing Cost Structure Analysis,…
Prebiotics are fibers which cannot be absorbed or broken down by the body and therefore serve as a great food source for probiotics, in particular the Bifidobacteria genus, to increase in numbers. Prebiotics by nature do not stimulate the growth of bad bacteria or other pathogens; the official definition of prebiotics is: “non-digestible food ingredients that beneficially affect the host by selectively stimulating the growth and/or activity of one or a limited number of bacteria in the colon, which can improve host health.”
Auto Component Market in India Analysis and in-Depth Research on…
The Auto Component Market offers a distinct competitive advantage in terms of cost and quality and this has helped its transformation from a local supplier to a global supplier of auto parts that caters to big brands in the global automobile industry. Auto Component Market in India will GROW steadily at a moderate CAGR of around 19% by 2020.
Global Influenza Market Is Expected to Reach to USD 6.87 Billion by…
The Pharmaceutical and Healthcare disease pipeline guide Influenza A Virus, H7N9 Subtype Infections – Pipeline Review, H2 2016, provides an overview of the Influenza A Virus report provides comprehensive information on the therapeutics under development for Neuropathic Pain, complete with analysis by stage of development, drug target, mechanism of action , route of administration and molecule type. Avian influenza A is a subtype of influenza viruses that have been detected in birds in the past.
People are now inurying their pets to score drugs.
Reports claim addicts have begun hurting their pets on purpose to get a hold of a painkiller given to animals with arthritis. The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration declared Tramadol a controlled substance three years ago.
Farmington Lions Club offers free eye exams
Farmington Lions Club offers free eye exams Each year, members of the Farmington Lions Club administer free eye exams to San Juan County children. Check out this story on Daily-Times.com: Zoie Herbert has her eyes checked by a scammer held by Farmington Evening Lions Club member Marilyn Montoya, right, on Wednesday at Central Primary School in Bloomfield.
Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Acute Kidney Injury Associated …
To insert individual citation into a bibliography in a word-processor, select your preferred citation style below and drag-and-drop it into the document. Concomitant vancomycin and piperacillin/tazobactam may be associated with increased acute kidney injury compared to vancomycin without piperacillin/tazobactam.
Legionella Testing Market – Global Industry Analysis and Forecast 2016 – 2023
… the disease and outbreaks of the infection in the developing countries. For an instance, according to the National Health Service (NHS), it was estimated that approximately 10 to 15% of people with Legionella infection would die due to severe …
Ontario children and youth with ADHD often prescribed antipsychotics, study finds
A study by the Institute for Clinical Evaluative Sciences found almost 12 per cent of kids and youth with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, were prescribed antipsychotics like Risperdal, Zyprexa and Seroquel. One in 20 Ontario children and youth have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and many are prescribed antipsychotic drugs, despite having no other mental health diagnoses, researchers have found.
Adverum Biotechnologies to Present At Phacilitate Cell & Gene Therapy World 2017
MENLO PARK, Calif., Jan. 18, 2017 — Adverum Biotechnologies, Inc. a gene therapy company committed to discovering and developing novel medicines for patients suffering from diseases with few or burdensome treatment options, announced today its participation in the Phacilitate Cell & Gene Therapy World 2017 conference held January 17-20, 2017 in Miami, Florida.
Community Calendar
9:30 to 10:30 a.m. All Those Who Wander concert , at Cafe Lotus, 307 E. Kiowa Ave., Fort Morgan. Free and open to the public.
HHS nominee Price sees ‘access’ to coverage as health reform goal – Wed, 18 Jan 2017 PST
Rep. Tom Price, R-Ga., President-elect Donald Trump’s choice to head the Department of Health and Human Services and one of Congress’s most vehement critics of the Affordable Care Act, told senators on Wednesday that “it is absolutely imperative” for the government to ensure that all Americans “have the opportunity to gain access” to insurance coverage – a more modest goal than the incoming president has set forth in recent days. In a hearing before the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee committee, Price laid out the central elements of his years-long attempt to replace the ACA along conservative lines.
The CRISP colorectal cancer risk prediction tool: an exploratory…
… harms of cancer screening, especially in the era of personalized/precision medicine [ ]. In Australia, the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) guidelines recommend the non-invasive and inexpensive fecal occult blood test (FOBT), …
Editor’s Comment: Helping those with dementia is a role for all
DEMENTIA is now one of the most pressing social issues of our time, so it is welcome news that staff at Incommunities have undergone training to help them support residents with the condition. Apprentices and construction managers at the social housing group have been trained with the support of the Alzheimer’s Society’s Dementia Friendly scheme, which is making great strides in helping Bradford’s businesses and community and statutory organisations become more accessible to people with dementia.
Nation-Now 43 mins ago 1:48 p.m.Baby girl, 2, dies after agonizing battle few could survive
“I have cried and prayed for God not to take my daughter She was meant for something greater in this world I feel like she could make a change, add a little light and love” She’s developed a following on social media, dubbed “Team Elliebean,” as the world awaits pictures, updates and a glimmer of hope amidst unthinkable circumstances. Early yesterday morning, little Ellie lost her life after battling three monsters that couldn’t be kept away, no matter how hard she fought.
“Top 15” List Predicts Best-Selling Cancer Drugs in 2022
FiercePharma has compiled a list of the top 15 cancer medications that are expected to dominate the oncology market in 2022. According to the report, oncology drugs remain the fastest-growing category in pharma, with anticipated sales of approximately $90 billion over the next five years.
FDA Approves Generic Version of Sleep Disorder Drug Xyrem
… sodium oxybate. Sodium oxybate will not be available in retail pharmacies. According to the National Institutes of Health, narcolepsy is a chronic brain disorder that involves poor control of sleep-wake cycles. People with narcolepsy experience …
Flabby heart keeps pumping with squeeze from robotic sleeve
In this photo provided by Harvard University, a pig’s heart encased in a robotic sleeve designed to gently squeeze a diseased heart so it better pumps blood. Researchers at Harvard and Boston Children’s Hospital developed the experimental device in hopes of improving treatment of heart failure, when the heart becomes too weak to pump.
.com | George HW Bush, wife Barbara hospitalised
… than 70 years, Barbara, would not attend Donald Trump’s inauguration this week due to the former president’s age and health. George Herbert Walker Bush, born June 12, 1924, in Milton, Massachusetts, also served as a congressman, CIA director and …
BRIEF-Evelo Biosciences Inc says raises $30.5 mln in equity financing
Jan 18 As tobacco and vaping companies focus on new smoking products that are potentially less harmful, the industry sees an opening for rolling back rules on these products under the Trump administration.
Tim Bays To Speak At Christ Unity On Sunday
Tim Bays is a speaker, humorist and musical presenter who uses songs and stories to entertain, elevate and inspire.
Evergreen finalizes deal with investors, leaves co-op status behind
Evergreen Health Cooperative announced late Monday it has finalized a deal with a group of investors, a move the insurer said is vital for its future.
Lawsuit says housing authority discriminated against family
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – A federal lawsuit accuses a housing authority in northeastern Ohio of wrongly discriminating by denying a family housing on the basis of disability.Cleveland.com reports the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Youngstown filed the suit last week against the Trumbull Metropolitan Housing Authority in Warren.A message seeking comment was … (more)
Experimental Drug Shows Promise for Sight-Stealing Eye Condition
… and a leading cause of vision loss among people age 60 and older, according to the U.S. National Institutes of Health. The condition causes damage to the macula, a small spot near the center of the retina and the part of the eye needed for sharp …
George HW Bush Moved to Intensive Care
… than 70 years, Barbara, would not attend Donald Trump’s inauguration this week due to the former president’s age and health. George Herbert Walker Bush, born June 12, 1924, in Milton, Massachusetts, also served as a congressman, CIA director and …
Idaho exchange’s subsidies at risk under health care repeal – Wed, 18 Jan 2017 PST
Idaho’s health insurance exchange would lose $220 million in tax subsidies if President Barack Obama’s health care overhaul is repealed, Your Health Idaho Director Pat Kelly said Wednesday. “Depending on what the repeal would look like, that would be the cost to Idaho,” said Kelly, during a presentation to the Idaho House Health and Welfare Committee.
Monae among performers at Women’s March on Washington
Organizers of the event announced its performance lineup Wednesday. Mary Chapin Carpenter, the Indigo Girls, MC Lyte, Samantha Ronson, Toshi Reagon and Emily Wells are also set to perform at Saturday’s march.
The Latest: George HW Bush in ICU, wife also hospitalized
George H.W. Bush’s spokesman says doctors are happy with how a procedure went to help clear the former president’s airway following his hospitalization for respiratory issues. Family spokesman Jim McGrath tells The Associated Press that doctors were monitoring the 92-year-old former president on Wednesday to see how his body responds.
Know the Risks, Warning Signs of Ovarian Cancer
Women need to be aware their risk for ovarian cancer increases with age. Half of all cases affect women age 63 or older, according to specialists at Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia.
Premium Idaho Insurance Domain For Sale
Jan. 18, 2017 – PRLog — AffordableServicesOnline INC, a online marketing agency based out of Michigan is offering up one of their premier insurance domains in the state of Idaho. Domain http://idahomedicaresupplement.com is not currently for sale.
Benefit Supper for Patrick Donovan and Family
On July 31st, 2016 Pat Donovan had a double lung transplant and he is doing well. To help with the cost of such a life changing illness and transplant, the Knights of Columbus along with many Parishioner’s and family members would like to invite everyone to participate in this event.
Greece reports outbreak of H5N8 bird flu at hen farm – OIE
Jan 18 Greece reported an outbreak of the highly contagious H5N8 bird flu virus among laying hens on a farm in the southern part of the country, the World Organisation for Animal Health said on Thursday, citing a report from the Greek farm ministry. The country had already reported a case of H5N8 in a swan in December but this would be the first outbreak on a farm.
Something is making American’s flight attendants sick. It could be the uniforms
… among their union, the airline, and the uniform supplier, it’s still not clear what exactly is behind the rise in health complaints. The Association of Professional Flight Attendants (APFA), which represents flight attendants for American, has asked …
Opiant Pharmaceuticals Inc (OPNT) Insider Kevin Pollack Purchases 4,820 Shares
Opiant Pharmaceuticals Inc insider Kevin Pollack bought 4,820 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Friday, January 13th. The stock was bought at an average cost of $6.98 per share, for a total transaction of $33,643.60.