March

31

Democrats Agree on a Health Plan; Now Comes the Hard Part

The insurance industry has made several major concessions, while the chairmen of five Congressional committees reached a consensus on the main legislative points.
Original post by By ROBERT PEAR

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March

31

Autism Rates Higher in Some Somali Children

Confirming the fears of Somali immigrants in Minneapolis, the Minnesota Health Department says that young Somali children there appeared to have higher than usual rates of autism.
Original post by By DONALD G. McNEIL Jr.

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March

31

House to Vote on Tobacco Bill

The legislation would authorize the F.D.A. to approve or reject tobacco products and ingredients based on scientific and health findings.
Original post by By DUFF WILSON

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March

31

Well: Life Lessons From the Family Dog

Times editor Dana Jennings writes about how dogs, besides being pets, can also be our teachers.
Original post by By TARA PARKER-POPE

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March

31

Recipes for Health: Bruschetta With White Bean Puree

A savory, hummus-like topping that also serves as a high-fiber dip.
Original post by By MARTHA ROSE SHULMAN

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One-quarter of all deaths from tuberculosis are in patients also infected with the AIDS virus, a new report says.
Original post by By DONALD G. McNEIL Jr.

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March

31

Salmonella in Pistachios Spurs Recall

Federal officials said that a California processor would recall about one million pounds of pistachio products because of concerns about salmonella contamination.
Original post by By ANDREW MARTIN and MICHAEL MOSS

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March

31

Really?: The Claim: Heart Attack Symptoms Differ According to Sex

Is one gender more likely to suffer from the classic symptoms of chest pain and shortness of breath prior to a heart attack?
Original post by By ANAHAD O’CONNOR

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March

31

On the Road: Some Elite Customers May Start to Feel Ordinary

Airlines appear to be selling off more amenities that once went to elite-status customers.
Original post by By JOE SHARKEY

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March

30

Vital Signs: Prevention: One Drink a Day Tied to Lower Death Risk

For people over 55, there may be benefits in a daily cocktail.
Original post by By NICHOLAS BAKALAR

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