Swine Flu in N.C.
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Swine Flu Vaccine Now Available to All Photo
North Carolina health officials say there's now enough swine flu vaccine available for anyone who wants a shot to get one. more
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Unvaccinated Employees Could Lose Jobs Next Week Video
Employees of Moses Cone Health Systems who haven't gotten the seasonal flu vaccine -- or a waiver for health or religious reasons -- will likely be out of a job next week. more
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Alamance County Opens H1N1 Hotline Video
On Monday, in an effort to keep residents of Alamance County informed and safe, health care workers have manned a special hotline at the county's communication center dedicated to questions about the H1N1 swine flu virus. more
Health Headlines
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Doctor accuses Heart Association, Cardiology College, of letting industry influence policy
ATLANTA (AP) — A prominent cardiologist accused leading heart organizations of being too... more
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Gene testing helps set right dose for blood-thinner warfarin, prevents hospitalizations
ATLANTA (AP) — Doctors are reporting an exciting win for gene testing and personalized... more
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Arteries, cholesterol improve soon after smokers quit, even if they gain weight, study finds
ATLANTA (AP) — Quitting smoking can turn back time. more
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HEALTHBEAT: Hospices slow to help patients decide when to switch off heart-shocking implants Photo
WASHINGTON (AP) — If you have a heart-zapping defibrillator implanted in your chest but now... more
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Mini clothespin gives safer way to fix leaky valves without open-heart surgery, study finds Photo
ATLANTA (AP) — Many Americans with leaky heart valves soon might be able to get them fixed... more
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Intense treatment fails to prevent heart attacks in diabetics; lifestyle is key, doctors say
ATLANTA (AP) — Key results from a landmark federal study are in, and the results are... more