Discovery Benefits in Omaha Nebraska – The Cancer Penny Story
Larosa Carrington of Colorado Springs, Colo. was treated poorly by Discovery Benefits, the administrator of her COBRA benefits. http://www.walletpop.com/blog/2010/07/13/cancer-patient-loses-coverage-over-a-penny/ Cancer patient loses coverage over a penny. Discovery Benefits, Inc is located in Omaha, Nebraska This mistreatment story was shown on MSNBC regarding the COBRA benefits.
Read MoreKelloggs Cereal Recall 2010
Kelloggs has recalled 28 MILLION boxes of cereal due to a problem with odor and taste. The cereals recalled: Apple Jacks Corn Pops Froot Loops Honey Smacks ONLY THE PRODUCTS WITH A ‘KN’ after the Use By date are being recalled. * *source: associated press
Read MoreMetformin as a New Miracle Drug for Cancer Prevention
This drug which is used to lower blood glucose in people who have Type 2 Diabetes was recently discovered to prohibit lung cancer in people who smoke. The drug is called Metformin. It is considered a very safe and inexpensive drug. This has been tested in lab mice who were exposed to nitrosamine, which is [...]
Read MoreDepression and Smoking Problems
The Center for Disease Control collected data that shows people who are depressed are more likely to be a smoker, and that a person who is in a depressive episode will smoke more frequently. The findings show that a person who is depressed will possibly use smoking as a comfort when their depression worsens. The [...]
Read MoreGregory Giusti and Bipolar Disorder
Gregory Lee Giusti, the man who threatened Nancy Pelosi is to receive a psychological examination to determine if he has Bipolar disorder. Gregory is said to have made over 45 calls to the offices of Nancy Pelosi located in San Francisco and Washington DC. Many of the messages were left on answering machines, but one [...]
Read MoreNational Autism Society – Gastrointestinal Disease and Autism Symptoms
Nixa, MO – An article published today in the journal Pediatrics confirms what parents and advocacy organizations have been saying for years: many individuals with autism suffer from gastrointestinal disease that can contribute to behaviors and symptoms associated with autism. Evaluation, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Gastrointestinal Disorders in Individuals With ASDs: A Consensus Report is [...]
Read MoreAutism Study Reveals Self Awareness Issues
A recent study from the University of Cambridge on people with autism has discovered that most autistics have problems understanding themselves. The study used brain scans to show that they have low levels of activity when immersed in thought. The ventromedial pre-frontal cortex, a part of the brain is known to show activity in a [...]
Read MoreGetting the H1N1 Shot at Walgreens – Nationwide
Walgreens to offer the H1N1 vaccine in all fifty states by the end of December 2009. In comparison, CVS offers the H1N1 vaccine, but only in 20 states as of December 2009. Autism Article About H1N1: Some Autism activists question the H1N1 vaccinations There is an 18 dollar charge per vaccination at Walgreens. Read More: [...]
Read MoreCDC Findings about Health Concerns
The Rising Smoking Rates – From the CDC New findings show that in 2008 the number of smokers has increased and that the public seems to be less concerned with the dangerous effects of smoking. Many tobacco companies have managed to discount their prices to counter the influx of new cigarette taxes in order to [...]
Read MoreUsing Crestor to Lower Cholesterol
The FDA makes a positive ruling on the new drug to treat cholesterol problems that helps prevent heart attacks, strokes and even death. The drug is Crestor from AstraZeneca. A study was done last year which showed that up to a 44 percent reduction in heart related problems in adults from use of this drug. [...]
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