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UPDATE: 2 More Confirmed H1N1 Flu Deaths
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State health officials have confirmation of two more H1N1 flu deaths in Wisconsin; one in Dodge County. INSIDE: Press Release from Dodge Co. Human Services & Health Department. (Full Story) |
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Premature Births Worsen US Infant Death Rate
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A government report says the United States ranks 30th in the world in infant mortality, mainly because of premature births. (Full Story) |
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Diabetes More Serious Than Most Realize
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Survey results just released by the American Diabetes Association show Americans don't realize diabetes can kill. (Full Story) |
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Study Links Some Antibiotics with Birth Defects
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Researchers say they've found a surprising link between some common antibiotics used to treat urinary infections and birth defects. (Full Story) |
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1 Dose of Flu Vaccine Working in Pregnant Women
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Federal health officials say pregnant women get good results from just a single dose of swine flu vaccine, but young children still need two treatments. (Full Story) |
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UPDATE: Dane County H1N1 Vaccinations
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UPDATE: So far Dane County has only received 8,000 doses of the H1N1 vaccine, which has changed their plans. (Full Story) |
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Madison: One of the 10 Healthiest Cities for Women
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Madison is considered one of the healthiest cities for women by SELF Magazine. INSIDE: Madison's ranking. (Full Story) |
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UPDATE: 2nd H1N1 Death in Rock County
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The Rock County Health Department confirms a second person has died from the H1N1 virus in Rock County. (Full Story) |
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UPDATE: State Recommends Prioritization of H1N1 Vaccine
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UPDATE: Madison hospitals ask sick visitors to stay home to protect patients. (Full Story) |
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UPDATE: State H1N1 Situation Report
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The Department of Health Services has released its weekly report. UPDATE: 4 more people in Wisconsin die from H1N1. (Full Story) |
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Alarming Weight Gain Seen in Kids on Psych Drugs
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A worrisome effect is emerging for children on widely used psychiatric drugs -- major weight gain and obesity. (Full Story) |
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UPDATE: Campus Hopes to Contain H1N1
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UPDATE: University Health Services report a noticeable increase in cases of influenza-like illness for the first time in 6 weeks. (Full Story) |
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UPDATE: Flu Clinics Cancelled in Rock County
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UPDATE: More school clinics cancelled; community clinic scheduled at library. (Full Story) |
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1 in 5 Kids Get Little Vitamin D, Study Says
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A recent analysis suggests at least one in five U.S. children aged 1 to 11 don't get enough vitamin D. (Full Story) |
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President Obama Declares H1N1 Flu A National Emergency
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President Barack Obama has declared the swine flu outbreak a national emergency. (Full Story) |
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H1N1 Flu Pediatric Deaths in US Rise to 95
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The government's latest figures show H1N1 flu is widespread across the country and increasing in almost every state. (Full Story) |
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Madison Nurse Disciplined
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The Board of Nursing has indefinitely suspended the license of a registered nurse from Madison for stealing drugs and money from her previous employer. (Full Story) |
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H1N1: All the Latest
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Updated information from across the country, and here in Wisconsin (Full Story) |
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Children’s Dental Program Gets Boost to Help Prevent Decay
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Seal-A-Smile Program gets federal grant, matching dollars from Delta Dental. (Full Story) |
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Public Health Emergency in Sauk County
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Sauk County Board of Supervisors declares Public Health Emergency to assist with mass clinic vaccination. (Full Story) |
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Full Results Show AIDS Vaccine Is Of Modest Help
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Scientists say further analysis of tests on an experimental AIDS vaccine offer disappointment and cause for optimism. (Full Story) |
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Recall Alert: Baby Food Recalled
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There's a national baby food recall: may be tainted with botulism. (Full Story) |
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Report: Students Need More Veggies, Fewer Calories
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A new report says school lunches need more fruits, veggies and whole grains and a limit on calories. (Full Story) |
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Feds Issue New Medical Marijuana Policy
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The Justice Department is issuing a new policy for pot-smoking patients and their medical marijuana suppliers. (Full Story) |
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UPDATE: Pig in Minnesota Tested Positive for H1N1
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UPDATE: USDA confirms H1N1 in Minnesota pigs. (Full Story) |
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UPDATE: Monroe County Death Due to H1N1
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UPDATE: A family member has identified the victim of H1N1 in Monroe County as a 1-year-old child from Cashton. (Full Story) |
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State Says H1N1 Flu in 52 Wisconsin Counties
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H1N1 flu cases have now been reported in 52 of Wisconsin's 72 counties and led to 26 hospitalizations since Sept. 1. (Full Story) |
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More Wisconsin Schools Close Due to Flu-Like Illnesses
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Classes will be canceled at Ashwaubenon High School on Thursday and Friday due to an unusually high number of student absences. (Full Story) |
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Bill Would Lower RX Drug Costs
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A proposal at the Capitol would lower the cost of drugs, but could hurt small pharmacies. (Full Story) |
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Senate Committee Approves Health Overhaul Bill
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A Senate committee has approved a sweeping remake of the country's health care system. INSIDE: Join the Conversation - leave us your comments. (Full Story) |
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