Medical News

Officials: Swine Flu Confirmed In Iowa Cat

A 13-year-old Iowa cat has been infected with swine flu, and it is believed to be the first case of the H1N1 virus in a feline. more »

Nov/6/09 11:40 AM

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Web Wednesday: What’s Your Travel Horror Story?

An Arizona couple is facing charges after police discovered about one thousand pieces of missing luggage at their home. The luggage was reportedly stolen from a carousel from an airport. more »

Nov/4/09 5:12 AM

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By Kesshia Peyton

Okaloosa County Deputy Meets His Kidney Donor

A man who works for the Corrections Unit of the Polk County Sheriff's Office in Florida donated a kidney to Okaloosa County Deputy Johnnie Briggs. The two men met today. more »

Oct/30/09 3:55 PM

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By Jamie Burch

Senate Confirms Dr. Regina Benjamin As U.S. Surgeon General

BREAKING NEWS Dr. Regina Benjamin was confirmed by the Senate as the next U.S. Surgeon General just before 7:00 p.m. more »

Oct/29/09 4:00 PM

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By Jamie Burch

Comment by southfan1981: Congratulations Dr. Benjamin. What an accomplishment? view »

H1N1 Flu Shot Clinic

Mobile County Health Department to hold drive-through/walk-up H1N1 flu shot clinic at 750 Congress St. for people in high priority groups Friday.. more »

Oct/29/09 12:01 PM

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By Mobile County Health Dept.

Comment by freedomtofascismcom: the posts below ,I stand corrected. 3 Responses »

FDA: Gulf of Mexico Oysters Unsafe

Officials Plan to Ban Sales of Raw Oysters Unless Shellfish Treated to Destroy Dangerous Bacteria.. more »

Oct/28/09 9:17 AM

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By Associated Press

Comment by KxVicious: Ami, the only place that I can think of with quarter oysters at happy hour is Wintzel’s, and I can promise you that they will not go out of business,… 5 Responses »

Swine Flu Cases Overestimated?

CBS News Exclusive: Study Of State Results Finds H1N1 Not As Prevalent As Feared. more »

Oct/27/09 6:06 PM

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By CBS News

Comment by freedomtofascismcom: Mercury in and of itself is a well known neurotoxin, and as such has very strict limitations on allowable limits that occur in ground water naturally in… 10 Responses »

H1N1 Swine Flu Shots Available Wednesday

A limited number of vaccines will be available Wednesday in EVERY county in Alabama, but only to people in high risk groups. Click here to find the clinic nearest you. more »

Oct/27/09 9:51 AM

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By Jamie Burch

Thousands Stride To Fight Cancer In Mobile

Downtown Mobile was flooded with people for the 2nd Annual Making Strides for Breast Cancer event. more »

Oct/24/09 3:11 PM

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By Chad Petri

Family Trying To Raise $50,000 For A Life Changing Surgery

Kevin Wheat was just 3 years old when he nearly drowned. The accident left him with brain damage. Kevin's family is hoping to travel to China for a procedure that is only there. But they can't do it without your help. more »

Oct/23/09 5:15 PM

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By Jamie Burch

Comment by sheltiedad: I agree cissiebee. I wish Kevin luck and a doctor with a steady hand. Godspeed. 4 Responses »

Baby Food Recalled over Botulism Risk

"Plum Organics" Warns Against Use of Apple and Carrot Portable Pouch Foods from Possibly Tainted Batch.. more »

Oct/20/09 8:55 AM

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By Associated Press

H1N1 Vaccine Has Arrived

The H1N1 vaccine has arrived in our area but the supply is limited. more »

Oct/19/09 4:00 PM

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By Kimberly Curth

Feds To Issue New Medical Marijuana Policy

Pot-smoking patients or their sanctioned suppliers should not be targeted for federal prosecution in states that allow medical marijuana. more »

Oct/19/09 9:53 AM

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By The Associated Press

Comment by KxVicious: It’s about time! Alcohol is legal and causes nothing but problems. Marijuana genuinely helps sick people, and they are right…it is a waste… view »

Giving The Swine Flu Vaccine A Shot

A local clinic becomes one of the first in our area to distribute the H1N1 vaccine. more »

Oct/17/09 6:41 PM

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By Chad Petri

Comment by rmseek1234: I think the fact that it is relatively new (and not tested) is enough for people to base their fears on. view »

Public Option Gains Momentum

The House of Representatives may unveil a unified health care bill as early as next week, and new cost estimates give moderates in the House a stronger argument for the type of government-run health insurance plan. more »

Oct/16/09 1:16 PM

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By CBS

Comment by rmseek1234: I agree. Which is why we should have never thrown out all the money to the car dealerships,the banks,etc….It would have corrected. We may have had… 7 Responses »

Study: Avoid Tylenol After Vaccinations

Giving Fever-Reducer After Shots for Common Childhood Diseases May Rendered Vaccine Less Effective.. more »

Oct/16/09 10:21 AM

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By Associated Press

Comment by freedomtofascismcom: oops try this one if no luck http://realityreport.blip.tv/file/2718341/ 3 Responses »

Leflore Linebacker Criticial After Suffering Hard Hit

A Leflore High School football player remains in a coma after he suffered a hard hit during Friday night's football game. more »

Oct/12/09 4:55 PM

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By Jessica Taloney

Comment by FLOWERCHILD: Just last night there was a special news article on CBS news about brain injuries to football players. Hope he recovers quickly and without lingering brain… 1 Responses »

LeFlore Player Has Emergency Surgery

Linebacker Timothy Robinson underwent emergency brain surgery after suffering a concussion near the end of the Rattlers' victory over Spanish Fort. more »

Oct/10/09 1:14 PM

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By Associated Press

Comment by jeffsmith: Sports are a waste. Real boring too. Hope the kid is ok. 3 Responses »

Woman With 18 Kids & Counting Is Now A Grandmother

Mackynzie Renee Duggar was born at 6:39 p.m. Thursday. She's the first grandchild for Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar, stars of TLC's "18 Kids and Counting." more »

Oct/9/09 12:09 PM

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By The Associated Press

Comment by bamafan: I have four children. After school when it is dinner time,homework time, bath time. I know I am pulled in at least four different directions. So how on… 5 Responses »

Senate Committee Approves Dr. Regina Benjamin

Surgeon General nominee Dr. Regina Benjamin from Bayou La Batre has been approved by the Senate Health Committee. She must now be confirmed by the full Senate. more »

Oct/7/09 11:51 AM

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