Tuesday, May 31, 2016

Fewer Inhaled Steroids May Be OK for Asthmatic Children

Fewer Inhaled Steroids May Be OK for Asthmatic Children

CDC reports link between raw milk consumption, C. jejuni infections

MMWR in Review: C. jejuni infections linked to raw milk | AAP News | AAP Gateway

Increased Ga. Road Fatalities Part Of Deadly National Trend | WABE 90.1 FM

Increased Ga. Road Fatalities Part Of Deadly National Trend | WABE 90.1 FM

As Overdoses Increase, Ga. Rushes To Better Track Drug Deaths | WABE 90.1 FM

As Overdoses Increase, Ga. Rushes To Better Track Drug Deaths | WABE 90.1 FM

Child obesity in farm country: Colquitt fights nutrition battle | Georgia Health News

Child obesity in farm country: Colquitt fights nutrition battle | Georgia Health News

Thursday, May 26, 2016

Georgia eyes Medicaid expansion - Modern Healthcare Modern Healthcare business news, research, data and events

Georgia eyes Medicaid expansion - Modern Healthcare Modern Healthcare business news, research, data and events

Georgia eyes Medicaid expansion - Modern Healthcare Modern Healthcare business news, research, data and events

Georgia eyes Medicaid expansion - Modern Healthcare Modern Healthcare business news, research, data and events

Poverty linked to epigenetic changes and mental illness : Nature News & Comment

Poverty linked to epigenetic changes and mental illness : Nature News & Comment

Genetic Insights May Help Kids Battling Developmental Delays

Genetic Insights May Help Kids Battling Developmental Delays

Experts say locally transmitted Zika case could happen soon | Georgia Health News

Experts say locally transmitted Zika case could happen soon | Georgia Health News

Aetna-Humana tie-up is anti-competitive in Missouri-state regulator | Reuters

Aetna-Humana tie-up is anti-competitive in Missouri-state regulator | Reuters

Avalere: 2017 ACA Premium Requests Up 16 Percent in 9 States | Bloomberg BNA

Avalere: 2017 ACA Premium Requests Up 16 Percent in 9 States | Bloomberg BNA

Wednesday, May 25, 2016

Pot While Pregnant May Raise Premature Birth Risk: Study

Pot While Pregnant May Raise Premature Birth Risk: Study

Kids' Grades May Suffer When Families Move

Kids' Grades May Suffer When Families Move

'Fat Shaming' Begins in First Grade

'Fat Shaming' Begins in First Grade

Anthem CEO Says Cigna Deal Moving Forward - WSJ

Anthem CEO Says Cigna Deal Moving Forward - WSJ

BREAKING: Missouri says Aetna-Humana merger is anti-competitive - Modern Healthcare Modern Healthcare business news, research, data and events

BREAKING: Missouri says Aetna-Humana merger is anti-competitive - Modern Healthcare Modern Healthcare business news, research, data and events

Telehealth Shifts its Focus

Telehealth Shifts its Focus

Tuesday, May 24, 2016

What Really Works to Help Baby Sleep

What Really Works to Help Baby Sleep

Smoking while pregnant linked to schizophrenia in offspring - Medical News Today

Smoking while pregnant linked to schizophrenia in offspring - Medical News Today

AAP: Every School Needs a Registered Nurse | Medpage Today

AAP: Every School Needs a Registered Nurse | Medpage Today

Majority Of Texans And Floridians Want Medicaid Expansion, Survey Shows | Kaiser Health News

Majority Of Texans And Floridians Want Medicaid Expansion, Survey Shows | Kaiser Health News

Some rates in Georgia insurance exchange could soar in 2017 | Georgia Health News

Some rates in Georgia insurance exchange could soar in 2017 | Georgia Health News

Physicians appeal to CMS over state cuts to Medicaid rates - FiercePracticeManagement

Physicians appeal to CMS over state cuts to Medicaid rates - FiercePracticeManagement

Most physicians do not understand medical costs, study finds

Most physicians do not understand medical costs, study finds

Children in car crashes fare better at pediatric trauma centers, study says - UPI.com

Children in car crashes fare better at pediatric trauma centers, study says - UPI.com

Zika In The U.S.: CDC Says 157 Pregnant Women Infected With The Virus : Shots - Health News : NPR

Zika In The U.S.: CDC Says 157 Pregnant Women Infected With The Virus : Shots - Health News : NPR

Monday, May 23, 2016

Physicians appeal to CMS over state cuts to Medicaid rates - FiercePracticeManagement

Physicians appeal to CMS over state cuts to Medicaid rates - FiercePracticeManagement

Behind-the-scenes squabbles between Anthem, Cigna - Modern Healthcare Modern Healthcare business news, research, data and events

Behind-the-scenes squabbles between Anthem, Cigna - Modern Healthcare Modern Healthcare business news, research, data and events

Hard water linked to risk of eczema in infants - Medical News Today

Hard water linked to risk of eczema in infants - Medical News Today

Father's age, drinking impacts offspring development, say researchers - Medical News Today

Father's age, drinking impacts offspring development, say researchers - Medical News Today

Delayed Treatment for Concussion May Prolong Recovery

Delayed Treatment for Concussion May Prolong Recovery

Cases of Pregnant U.S. Women With Zika Triple Under New Counting Method

Cases of Pregnant U.S. Women With Zika Triple Under New Counting Method

A lifesaving message for Georgia babies | Georgia Health News

A lifesaving message for Georgia babies | Georgia Health News

Friday, May 20, 2016

Birth defect risk may increase with use of pain, anxiety drug in pregnancy - Medical News Today

Birth defect risk may increase with use of pain, anxiety drug in pregnancy - Medical News Today

Folic Acid for Moms-to-Be Not as Effective as Thought?

Folic Acid for Moms-to-Be Not as Effective as Thought?

Georgia Women Weigh Zika Risks As Mosquito Season Arrives | Kaiser Health News

Georgia Women Weigh Zika Risks As Mosquito Season Arrives | Kaiser Health News

Senate vote sets up tricky talks ahead on anti-Zika bills - The Washington Post

Senate vote sets up tricky talks ahead on anti-Zika bills - The Washington Post

Why Are Centene And Molina Making Money On The Obamacare Exchanges? - Forbes

(Editor’s Note: Centene has one of the Medicaid HMO contracts in Georgia doing business as Peach State Health Plan.)

Why Are Centene And Molina Making Money On The Obamacare Exchanges? - Forbes

Thursday, May 19, 2016

A Family's Money Situation Can Affect Children's Health : Shots - Health News : NPR

A Family's Money Situation Can Affect Children's Health : Shots - Health News : NPR

Giving Certain Foods Early May Cut Allergy Risk

Giving Certain Foods Early May Cut Allergy Risk

American Well Will Allow Telemedicine Patients to Pick Their Doctor - The New York Times

American Well Will Allow Telemedicine Patients to Pick Their Doctor - The New York Times

HHS Secretary Burwell launches nationwide challenge for a simpler medical bill that patients can understand | Healthcare IT News

HHS Secretary Burwell launches nationwide challenge for a simpler medical bill that patients can understand | Healthcare IT News

Insurers dive into ACA's exchanges as big names exit - Modern Healthcare Modern Healthcare business news, research, data and events

Insurers dive into ACA's exchanges as big names exit - Modern Healthcare Modern Healthcare business news, research, data and events

Tuesday, May 17, 2016

Pertussis vaccination in pregnancy is safe, study finds - Medical News Today

Pertussis vaccination in pregnancy is safe, study finds - Medical News Today

Children, youth take longer to fully recover from concussion: York U study - Medical News Today

Children, youth take longer to fully recover from concussion: York U study - Medical News Today

Vitamin D supplementation among infants boosts muscle mass at 3 years - Medical News Today

Vitamin D supplementation among infants boosts muscle mass at 3 years - Medical News Today

U.S. Georgia, see big increase in insured | The Augusta Chronicle

U.S. Georgia, see big increase in insured | The Augusta Chronicle

Parents Often Don't Get Rid of Leftover Prescription Opioids

Parents Often Don't Get Rid of Leftover Prescription Opioids

Young Children With Sleep Apnea May Face Learning Difficulties: Study

Young Children With Sleep Apnea May Face Learning Difficulties: Study

State seeks savings in employee health plan | Georgia Health News

State seeks savings in employee health plan | Georgia Health News

Health Coverage Rates For Lower Income Children Improving | Kaiser Health News

Health Coverage Rates For Lower Income Children Improving | Kaiser Health News

Insurers Quitting Health Law Exchanges May Still Sell Plans To Individuals | Kaiser Health News

Insurers Quitting Health Law Exchanges May Still Sell Plans To Individuals | Kaiser Health News

Thursday, May 12, 2016

Teens Who Eat Lots of Fruit May Lower Their Breast Cancer Risk: Study

Teens Who Eat Lots of Fruit May Lower Their Breast Cancer Risk: Study

Severe Asthma in Childhood Linked to COPD Risk Later

Severe Asthma in Childhood Linked to COPD Risk Later

Two new health care laws you may not have heard about | Georgia Health News

Two new health care laws you may not have heard about | Georgia Health News

‘Walking Wounded’ Share Jarring Stories For No-Smoking Campaign | Kaiser Health News

‘Walking Wounded’ Share Jarring Stories For No-Smoking Campaign | Kaiser Health News

Slavitt promises flexibility, mindfulness during MACRA implementation - Modern Healthcare Modern Healthcare business news, research, data and events

Slavitt promises flexibility, mindfulness during MACRA implementation - Modern Healthcare Modern Healthcare business news, research, data and events

Aetna plans to remain in Obamacare markets, may expand | Reuters

Aetna plans to remain in Obamacare markets, may expand | Reuters

Wednesday, May 11, 2016

Nearly 1 Million More Kids Have Health Coverage After Obamacare

Nearly 1 Million More Kids Have Health Coverage After Obamacare

Baby's Immune System Might Hint at Autism Risk

Baby's Immune System Might Hint at Autism Risk

FAQ: How The FDA’s New Tobacco Rule Affects Consumers | Kaiser Health News

FAQ: How The FDA’s New Tobacco Rule Affects Consumers | Kaiser Health News

House GOP Eyes Medicaid Reforms in 2017, Depending on November Outcomes - Morning Consult

House GOP Eyes Medicaid Reforms in 2017, Depending on November Outcomes - Morning Consult

Questions Emerge About The Impact Of State Autism Insurance Mandates | Kaiser Health News

Questions Emerge About The Impact Of State Autism Insurance Mandates | Kaiser Health News

Q1 earnings: A mixed bag for 'big five' health insurers - FierceHealthPayer

Q1 earnings: A mixed bag for 'big five' health insurers - FierceHealthPayer

Kids With Autism Do Well Learning New Words: Study

Kids With Autism Do Well Learning New Words: Study

States Urged To Reduce Pregnancy-Related Deaths | Kaiser Health News

States Urged To Reduce Pregnancy-Related Deaths | Kaiser Health News

Tuesday, May 10, 2016

Governors urge Congress to act on Zika funding | TheHill

Governors urge Congress to act on Zika funding | TheHill

Kids with ADHD Tend to Miss Out On Healthy Behaviors | Psych Central News

Kids with ADHD Tend to Miss Out On Healthy Behaviors | Psych Central News

>40% of Pediatricians Received Industry Payment in 2014

Health News Articles | News for Physicians & Medical Professionals

Swaddling May Increase Chances of SIDS

Swaddling May Increase Chances of SIDS

Artificial Sweeteners During Pregnancy May Make for Heavier Infants

Artificial Sweeteners During Pregnancy May Make for Heavier Infants

Child's Obesity Tied to Mom's Pregnancy Weight: Study

Child's Obesity Tied to Mom's Pregnancy Weight: Study

With Zika at the Doorstep, U.S. Health Officials Brace for Battle

With Zika at the Doorstep, U.S. Health Officials Brace for Battle

Proposal to charge Medicaid enrollees draws critics in Ohio - Chicago Tribune

Proposal to charge Medicaid enrollees draws critics in Ohio - Chicago Tribune

Arizona Restores Health Program for Children of Working Poor - The New York Times

Arizona Restores Health Program for Children of Working Poor - The New York Times

Cigna Says Acquisition by Anthem May Not Happen This Year - Bloomberg

Cigna Says Acquisition by Anthem May Not Happen This Year - Bloomberg

Feds Propose Limits on Special Sign-Ups for Obama Health Law - The New York Times

Feds Propose Limits on Special Sign-Ups for Obama Health Law - The New York Times

Monday, May 9, 2016

Harsh Parenting May Harm a Child's Physical Health

Harsh Parenting May Harm a Child's Physical Health

E-Cigarette Poisonings Skyrocket Among Young Kids: Study

E-Cigarette Poisonings Skyrocket Among Young Kids: Study

Billboards target McDonald’s at Grady Memorial hospital - Atlanta Business Chronicle

Billboards target McDonald’s at Grady Memorial hospital - Atlanta Business Chronicle

School-Based Health Centers, Distance Learning, and The Two Georgias Initiative Highlight First Quarter Grants

School-Based Health Centers, Distance Learning, and The Two Georgias Initiative Highlight First Quarter Grants

Bentley: Special session on BP, Medicaid, prisons possible

Bentley: Special session on BP, Medicaid, prisons possible

State tax collections on rise again as economy improves | www.ajc.com

State tax collections on rise again as economy improves | www.ajc.com

Thursday, May 5, 2016

F.D.A. Issues Tighter Rules for E-Cigarettes in a Landmark Move - The New York Times

F.D.A. Issues Tighter Rules for E-Cigarettes in a Landmark Move - The New York Times

Could Infant Colds, Other Infections Raise Type 1 Diabetes Risk?

Could Infant Colds, Other Infections Raise Type 1 Diabetes Risk?

Gov. Nathan Deal Vetoes ‘Campus Carry’ Legislation | WABE 90.1 FM

Gov. Nathan Deal Vetoes ‘Campus Carry’ Legislation | WABE 90.1 FM

More than 3,000 homeless youth in metro Atlanta | Georgia Health News

More than 3,000 homeless youth in metro Atlanta | Georgia Health News

How a tool to help patients save on health care backfired - The Washington Post

How a tool to help patients save on health care backfired - The Washington Post

Funding could make SD Medicaid expansion easier - AberdeenNews.com: Home

Funding could make SD Medicaid expansion easier - AberdeenNews.com: Home

Tuesday, May 3, 2016

Preemies' Brains Get Boost From Breast Milk

Preemies' Brains Get Boost From Breast Milk

Expectant Mom's Flu Shot Protects 2

Expectant Mom's Flu Shot Protects 2

For ADHD, Start With Behavior Therapy, Not Drugs: CDC

For ADHD, Start With Behavior Therapy, Not Drugs: CDC

John Bel Edwards debuts 'Healthy Louisiana,' the replacement for Bayou Health | NOLA.com

John Bel Edwards debuts 'Healthy Louisiana,' the replacement for Bayou Health | NOLA.com

Shortages Of Essential Emergency Care Drugs Increase, Study Finds | Kaiser Health News

Shortages Of Essential Emergency Care Drugs Increase, Study Finds | Kaiser Health News

High School Football Players Suffer More Symptoms After Concussion: Study

High School Football Players Suffer More Symptoms After Concussion: Study

Gov. Deal signs budget with pay raises for 200,000 | www.ajc.com

Gov. Deal signs budget with pay raises for 200,000 | www.ajc.com

Toxic lead still lurking in many Georgia homes | Georgia Health News

Toxic lead still lurking in many Georgia homes | Georgia Health News

Medicaid managed-care reforms are left up to states - Modern Healthcare Modern Healthcare business news, research, data and events

Medicaid managed-care reforms are left up to states - Modern Healthcare Modern Healthcare business news, research, data and events

Monday, May 2, 2016

Autism Diagnosed at Younger Ages

Autism Diagnosed at Younger Ages

'Wandering' a Hazard for More Than a Third of Kids With Autism

'Wandering' a Hazard for More Than a Third of Kids With Autism

More U.S. Kids Have Chronic Health Problems: Study

More U.S. Kids Have Chronic Health Problems: Study

More Kids Burned, Hospitalized as Fireworks Sales Rules Ease

More Kids Burned, Hospitalized as Fireworks Sales Rules Ease

Playground-Related Brain Injuries on Rise in U.S.

Playground-Related Brain Injuries on Rise in U.S.

Officials discuss solutions to tackling youth mental healthcare | News | news-daily.com

Officials discuss solutions to tackling youth mental healthcare | News | news-daily.com