WASHINGTON (AP) — John McCain’s health plan would reduce the ranks of the uninsured by about 21.1 million people if fully implemented by 2010, while Barack Obama’s would reduce the number by 26.6 million, a new analysis predicts.
Some previous reviews of the two presidential candidates’ health plans indicated that Republican McCain’s proposals would amount to little more than a wash when it comes to the number of uninsured in the United States, Read the rest of this entry »
After opposing higher taxes for months as counterproductive, Gov. David Paterson will seek to increase several taxes from gasoline to clothing as well as make changes in the income tax that will make New Yorkers pay more to fix state government’s fiscal crisis.
Although Paterson won’t seek to raise the rates of income taxes, a “broad based tax,” he will raise revenue by eliminating legal exemptions in the income tax that he considers “loop holes” Read the rest of this entry »
Some drugs meant to build bone for people with osteoporosis could increase the risk of developing a devastating jaw infection, a new study suggests. Even short-term use of some osteoporosis drugs may raise the risk of the jaw disease, called osteonecrosis. The results appear January 1 in the
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Drugs called bisphosphonates — which include the widely prescribed alendronate (Fosamax), ibandronate (Boniva) and risedronate (Actonel) — are taken Read the rest of this entry »
December 14, 2008 06:34 pm
Paterson plans tax increases, increase in welfare
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — After opposing higher taxes for months as counterproductive, Gov. David Paterson will seek to increase several taxes from gasoline to clothing as well as make changes in the income tax that will make New Yorkers pay more to fix state government’s fiscal crisis.
Although Paterson won’t seek to raise the rates of income taxes, a “broad based Read the rest of this entry »
HEALTH SCREENS: Consensus is on the increase, but confusion over what, when remains quite high
There is more agreement among professionals these days concerning which health screening tests work best, and yet a list of recommendations for adults on what to get and when may mystify many.
“The confusion level with this topic is exceedingly high,” said Dr. William Langley, the executive director of Genesis Health Group.
There are Read the rest of this entry »
To increase patient access to health care in underserved areas, the American Medical Association (AMA) today adopted new policy at its semi-annual policy making meeting to develop and improve incentives for physicians who practice in areas of need.
“It is critical to our country’s health that we attract and retain physicians to areas where patient access to care is limited,” said AMA Board Member William Hazel, M.D. “Some recruitment and retention Read the rest of this entry »
LONDON, Dec. 10 — Panic attacks, especially in younger adults, may increase the risk for heart attacks and other coronary events, researchers here found.
Panic attacks or panic disorder before age 50 was associated with a 38% increased risk of MI and a 44% higher risk of coronary heart disease diagnosis, Kate Walters, M.D., Ph.D., of University College London, and colleagues reported online in the
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In the large cohort study, panic-prone patients Read the rest of this entry »
ScienceDaily (Dec. 29, 2008)
— New research in an animal model suggests that a diet high in inorganic phosphates, which are found in a variety of processed foods including meats, cheeses, beverages, and bakery products, might speed growth of lung cancer tumors and may even contribute to the development of those tumors in individuals predisposed to the disease.
The study also suggests that dietary regulation of inorganic phosphates may play Read the rest of this entry »
Health officials in Kentucky on Wednesday reported an increase in the number of new HIV/AIDS cases recorded in Louisville between 2006 and 2007, the
reports. According to state health officials, new HIV diagnoses in Louisville increased by 11% between 2006 and 2007, from 155 to 172, and new AIDS diagnoses increased from 86 to 97 in the same period. New HIV diagnoses statewide decreased from 347 in 2006 to 327 in 2007, and new AIDS diagnoses decreased Read the rest of this entry »
Posted on: Sunday, 21 December 2008, 16:20 CST
Since the start of the recession last year, several states have seen a rise in the Medicaid rolls as tax revenues are decreasing under their initial projections.
Governors have petitioned President-elect Barack Obama and Congress to aid them in weathering the downturn by raising the federal government’s part of Medicaid expenses for a minimum of two years.
The governors announced that the additional Read the rest of this entry »