Monday, December 30, 2013

Thursday, December 26, 2013

Eating peanuts in pregnancy lowers allergy risk for child - Medical News Today

Eating peanuts in pregnancy lowers allergy risk for child - Medical News Today

Girls' brains reorganize earlier, may explain their faster maturity - Medical News Today

Girls' brains reorganize earlier, may explain their faster maturity - Medical News Today

Big Strides in Battle Against Pediatric AIDS

Big Strides in Battle Against Pediatric AIDS

Behavioral Therapy Might Ease Kids' Migraine Symptoms

Behavioral Therapy Might Ease Kids' Migraine Symptoms

U.S. Spends 5 Times More Than U.K. on Antibiotics for Kids: Study

U.S. Spends 5 Times More Than U.K. on Antibiotics for Kids: Study

Concussions Linked to Alzheimer's Risk in Study

Concussions Linked to Alzheimer's Risk in Study

H1N1 Flu Spreading in South-Central U.S.

H1N1 Flu Spreading in South-Central U.S.

Another (brief) extension for insurance buyers | Georgia Health News

Another (brief) extension for insurance buyers | Georgia Health News

Tuesday, December 24, 2013

1 in 6 Fathers Doesn't Live With His Kids: CDC

1 in 6 Fathers Doesn't Live With His Kids: CDC

Girls' Brain Connectivity Happens Sooner Than for Boys: Study

Girls' Brain Connectivity Happens Sooner Than for Boys: Study

Eating More Nuts During Pregnancy Might Help Prevent Allergies in Kids: Study

Eating More Nuts During Pregnancy Might Help Prevent Allergies in Kids: Study

White House Extends Insurance Enrollment Deadline by a Day

White House Extends Insurance Enrollment Deadline by a Day

Hospital operator hit with false claims allegations - Atlanta Business Chronicle

Hospital operator hit with false claims allegations - Atlanta Business Chronicle

Key insurance deadline is upon us | Georgia Health News

Key insurance deadline is upon us | Georgia Health News

Monday, December 23, 2013

Increased risk of complications for mother and baby from elective early-term deliveries - Medical News Today

Increased risk of complications for mother and baby from elective early-term deliveries - Medical News Today

Small rewards encourage children to eat fruit and veg - Medical News Today

Small rewards encourage children to eat fruit and veg - Medical News Today

Don’t fall for ‘Patients’ Compensation Act’ | Georgia Health News

Don’t fall for ‘Patients’ Compensation Act’ | Georgia Health News

Key insurance deadline is upon us | Georgia Health News

Key insurance deadline is upon us | Georgia Health News

Wisconsin Senate passes Medicaid delay | Sheboygan Press Media | sheboyganpress.com

Wisconsin Senate passes Medicaid delay | Sheboygan Press Media | sheboyganpress.com

Thursday, December 19, 2013

New technique for reducing postoperative pain in children - Medical News Today

New technique for reducing postoperative pain in children - Medical News Today

Survey Finds Support for Banning E-Cigarette Use by Kids

Survey Finds Support for Banning E-Cigarette Use by Kids

Memorial, Novant to build $28 million children's hospital | savannahnow.com

Memorial, Novant to build $28 million children's hospital | savannahnow.com

Will health care reform work out? An interview | Georgia Health News

Will health care reform work out? An interview | Georgia Health News

Senate passes bipartisan budget agreement - The Washington Post

Senate passes bipartisan budget agreement - The Washington Post

New Independence for California Midwives - California Health Report | California Health Report

New Independence for California Midwives - California Health Report | California Health Report

Wednesday, December 18, 2013

Obese Kids Might Have Higher Levels of Stress Hormone

Obese Kids Might Have Higher Levels of Stress Hormone

State fires back at critical public health report | Georgia Health News

State fires back at critical public health report | Georgia Health News

States to get Medicaid cases from federal website - Yahoo News

States to get Medicaid cases from federal website - Yahoo News

Obama, first lady meet with moms on health care - The Washington Post

Obama, first lady meet with moms on health care - The Washington Post

Study: It’s All Healthy People — Not Just Young Adults — Who Are Critical To ACA Success – Capsules - The KHN Blog

Study: It’s All Healthy People — Not Just Young Adults — Who Are Critical To ACA Success – Capsules - The KHN Blog

Tuesday, December 17, 2013

Experts: Don't Waste Your Money on Multivitamins

Experts: Don't Waste Your Money on Multivitamins

Brain Chemicals May Signal Which Preemies Will Have Delays

Brain Chemicals May Signal Which Preemies Will Have Delays

E. Coli 'Superbug' May Pose Major Health Threat: Study

E. Coli 'Superbug' May Pose Major Health Threat: Study

FDA Wants Tighter Rules on Antibacterial Soaps, Body Washes

FDA Wants Tighter Rules on Antibacterial Soaps, Body Washes

Northeast Georgia Medical designated as Level II trauma center

Northeast Georgia Medical designated as Level II trauma center

Twenty-three states aren’t expanding Medicaid. Here’s who they leave behind.

Twenty-three states aren’t expanding Medicaid. Here’s who they leave behind.

Report: Medicaid “coverage gap” mostly hits minorities - CBS News

Report: Medicaid “coverage gap” mostly hits minorities - CBS News

Monday, December 16, 2013

Frustration grows over delay in docs’ pay raise | Georgia Health News

Frustration grows over delay in docs’ pay raise | Georgia Health News

The Marietta Daily Journal - WellStar Kennestone Hospital prepares for residency training

The Marietta Daily Journal - WellStar Kennestone Hospital prepares for residency training

Dogs May Guard Babies Against Asthma, Allergies

Dogs May Guard Babies Against Asthma, Allergies

Diabetes Drug Metformin Tied to Slight Weight Loss in Obese Kids

Diabetes Drug Metformin Tied to Slight Weight Loss in Obese Kids

NIH, NFL Team Up to Take On Concussion Research

NIH, NFL Team Up to Take On Concussion Research

Brain Scan Study Suggests 'Pothead' Stereotype Might Be Real

Brain Scan Study Suggests 'Pothead' Stereotype Might Be Real

Bad Night's Sleep May Raise Blood Pressure in Kids

Bad Night's Sleep May Raise Blood Pressure in Kids

Doctors Warn Against Raw Milk for Kids, Pregnant Women

Doctors Warn Against Raw Milk for Kids, Pregnant Women

New research shows performance feedback may not improve outcomes - FierceHealthcare

New research shows performance feedback may not improve outcomes - FierceHealthcare

State Lawmaker Looks To Rework Child Fatality Review | WABE 90.1 FM

State Lawmaker Looks To Rework Child Fatality Review | WABE 90.1 FM

Children, cord blood could be part of GRU transplant program | The Augusta Chronicle

Children, cord blood could be part of GRU transplant program | The Augusta Chronicle

POLITICAL NOTEBOOK: Gwinnett doctor testifies on Obamacare | Gwinnett Daily Post

POLITICAL NOTEBOOK: Gwinnett doctor testifies on Obamacare | Gwinnett Daily Post

Poll: Many Georgians nervous about ACA | Georgia Health News

Poll: Many Georgians nervous about ACA | Georgia Health News

Phoebe cutting ties with Fitzgerald hospital | Georgia Health News

Phoebe cutting ties with Fitzgerald hospital | Georgia Health News

AP-GfK poll: Health law seen as eroding coverage - Yahoo Finance

AP-GfK poll: Health law seen as eroding coverage - Yahoo Finance

Ga. lawmakers plan legislation to block care act | www.ajc.com

Ga. lawmakers plan legislation to block care act | www.ajc.com

Friday, December 13, 2013

Will Music Make Your Child Smarter?

Will Music Make Your Child Smarter?

New Flu Vaccine May Provide More Protection to Kids

New Flu Vaccine May Provide More Protection to Kids

Kids' Movies Deliver Mixed Messages on Eating, Obesity

Kids' Movies Deliver Mixed Messages on Eating, Obesity

Could a Tiny Worm Help Treat Autism?

Could a Tiny Worm Help Treat Autism?

Flu Vaccine Prevented 6.6 Million Illnesses Last Season: CDC

Flu Vaccine Prevented 6.6 Million Illnesses Last Season: CDC

Atlanta children's hospital surprises sick kids with snow | www.wsbtv.com

Atlanta children's hospital surprises sick kids with snow | www.wsbtv.com

To Get Kids Exercising, Schools Are Becoming Creative : Shots - Health News : NPR

To Get Kids Exercising, Schools Are Becoming Creative : Shots - Health News : NPR

A Mixed Report on Georgians' Health | WABE 90.1 FM

A Mixed Report on Georgians' Health | WABE 90.1 FM

Poll: Many Georgians nervous about ACA | Georgia Health News

Poll: Many Georgians nervous about ACA | Georgia Health News

Congress Moves Closer To Changing How Medicare Pays Doctors - Kaiser Health News

Congress Moves Closer To Changing How Medicare Pays Doctors - Kaiser Health News

Wednesday, December 11, 2013

Even Mild Hits to the Head Might Harm the Brain, Study Finds

Even Mild Hits to the Head Might Harm the Brain, Study Finds

Kids' Social Skills May Suffer When Mothers Drink During Pregnancy

Kids' Social Skills May Suffer When Mothers Drink During Pregnancy

FDA to Limit Use of Antibiotics in Farm Animals

FDA to Limit Use of Antibiotics in Farm Animals

Probiotics Don't Prevent Childhood Asthma, Study Finds

Probiotics Don't Prevent Childhood Asthma, Study Finds

Probiotics Don't Prevent Childhood Asthma, Study Finds

Probiotics Don't Prevent Childhood Asthma, Study Finds

West Virginia, Virgin Islands, Work Together On Medicaid – Capsules - The KHN Blog

West Virginia, Virgin Islands, Work Together On Medicaid – Capsules - The KHN Blog

Sebelius Asks Inspector General To Probe Website Problems - Kaiser Health News

Sebelius Asks Inspector General To Probe Website Problems - Kaiser Health News

Obamacare enrollments in Georgia rose in November | www.ajc.com

Obamacare enrollments in Georgia rose in November | www.ajc.com

Tuesday, December 10, 2013

Parental stress linked to childhood obesity - Medical News Today

Parental stress linked to childhood obesity - Medical News Today

Grieving dad pushes fight against synthetic drugs | Georgia Health News

Grieving dad pushes fight against synthetic drugs | Georgia Health News

A win-win plan: Protecting providers, reducing costs | Georgia Health News

A win-win plan: Protecting providers, reducing costs | Georgia Health News

CBO Cuts Cost of SGR Repeal Yet Again

CBO Cuts Cost of SGR Repeal Yet Again

Report: Most States Do A Poor Job Informing Consumers About Physician Quality – Capsules - The KHN Blog

Report: Most States Do A Poor Job Informing Consumers About Physician Quality – Capsules - The KHN Blog

Iowa Wins Approval To Expand Medicaid By Using Federal Funds To Buy Private Plans – Capsules - The KHN Blog

Iowa Wins Approval To Expand Medicaid By Using Federal Funds To Buy Private Plans – Capsules - The KHN Blog

Monday, December 9, 2013

The presence of peers affects adolescents' reward-seeking behavior - Medical News Today

The presence of peers affects adolescents' reward-seeking behavior - Medical News Today

One child an hour treated for high chair-related injuries - Medical News Today

One child an hour treated for high chair-related injuries - Medical News Today

Study examines drug labeling and exposure in infants - Medical News Today

Study examines drug labeling and exposure in infants - Medical News Today

Kids Who See Movie Violence Also See Smoking, Drinking, Sex: Study

Kids Who See Movie Violence Also See Smoking, Drinking, Sex: Study

Early Puberty in Girls Might Be Linked to Bad Behavior

Early Puberty in Girls Might Be Linked to Bad Behavior

Pot Smoking in Pregnancy Tied to Stillbirth Risk

Pot Smoking in Pregnancy Tied to Stillbirth Risk

Sunday, December 8, 2013

CDC report: measles 'eliminated' in US but still poses threat - Medical News Today

CDC report: measles 'eliminated' in US but still poses threat - Medical News Today

Many Young Americans Know Little About Cervical Cancer Vaccine

Many Young Americans Know Little About Cervical Cancer Vaccine

Teens Who Feel Supported At Home And School Sleep Better : Shots - Health News : NPR

Teens Who Feel Supported At Home And School Sleep Better : Shots - Health News : NPR

Smoke shops fade as synthetic marijuana industry slips | The Augusta Chronicle

Smoke shops fade as synthetic marijuana industry slips | The Augusta Chronicle

Study calculates cost of expansion decision | Georgia Health News

Study calculates cost of expansion decision | Georgia Health News

Managed care for foster kids delayed 2 months | Georgia Health News

Managed care for foster kids delayed 2 months | Georgia Health News

Friday, December 6, 2013

Study Examines Role of Electronic Health Records in Helping Uninsured Children Obtain Coverage

Study Examines Role of Electronic Health Records in Helping Uninsured Children Obtain Coverage

Research highlights the value of fathers in both neurobiology and behavior of offspring - Medical News Today

Research highlights the value of fathers in both neurobiology and behavior of offspring - Medical News Today

Study increases understanding of the development of obesity and insulin resistance - Medical News Today

Study increases understanding of the development of obesity and insulin resistance - Medical News Today

Sensory Therapy Might Work for Kids With Autism

Sensory Therapy Might Work for Kids With Autism

Too Few Americans With Asthma Are Getting Flu Shots, CDC Says

Too Few Americans With Asthma Are Getting Flu Shots, CDC Says

Parents Of Sleep-Deprived Teens Push For Later School Start Times : Shots - Health News : NPR

Parents Of Sleep-Deprived Teens Push For Later School Start Times : Shots - Health News : NPR

Feds’ site gives states incomplete Medicaid data - The Washington Post

Feds’ site gives states incomplete Medicaid data - The Washington Post

Study: Refusing Medicaid expansion will cost states billions of dollars

Study: Refusing Medicaid expansion will cost states billions of dollars

Thursday, December 5, 2013

Why Johnny Can't Sleep

Why Johnny Can't Sleep

U.S. Pregnancy Rates Continue to Fall

U.S. Pregnancy Rates Continue to Fall

Technical Work-Around Could Mean Medicaid Headache for Georgia | WABE 90.1 FM

Technical Work-Around Could Mean Medicaid Headache for Georgia | WABE 90.1 FM

Child advocate's sudden departure raises new DFCS questions | 11alive.com

Child advocate's sudden departure raises new DFCS questions | 11alive.com

Study calculates cost of expansion decision | Georgia Health News

Study calculates cost of expansion decision | Georgia Health News

1.46 Million Determined To Be Eligible for Medicaid And CHIP In October – Capsules - The KHN Blog

1.46 Million Determined To Be Eligible for Medicaid And CHIP In October – Capsules - The KHN Blog

Medicaid Expansion To Cover Many Former Prisoners - Kaiser Health News

Medicaid Expansion To Cover Many Former Prisoners - Kaiser Health News

Sunday, December 1, 2013

Violent video games reduce teens' self-control, study shows - Medical News Today

Violent video games reduce teens' self-control, study shows - Medical News Today

Study: Kids are less fit than their parents were | Online Athens

Study: Kids are less fit than their parents were | Online Athens

Med school expands options for patients, doctors | Georgia Health News

Med school expands options for patients, doctors | Georgia Health News

Taking Antidepressants During Pregnancy May Not Raise Autism Risk

Taking Antidepressants During Pregnancy May Not Raise Autism Risk

Physician recommendation key to HPV vaccine coverage : Family Practice News

Physician recommendation key to HPV vaccine coverage : Family Practice News