News Topic: Health - Page3
Wednesday September 09 2009
Web Wednesday: Making Health Care Reform Crystal Clear
For weeks, some people have said they don't understand what's going on with plans to reform health care in our country. more »
Monday August 24 2009
Some H1N1 Cases Reported At Local University
But officials at the University of South Alabama say they number less than a dozen. more »
Thursday August 20 2009
Best H1N1 Remedy: Vaccinate Kids, Parents
Study Backs Government's Approach, Finds Young Children Should Be a Top Priority.. more »
Tuesday August 18 2009
Homeowners Say Dirt Road Causing Health Problems
Dirt road south of Foley causing headaches and health issues for some property owners more »
Friday August 14 2009
H1N1 Cases Up In Mobile County
But, will people take the vaccine when its ready? more »
Friday July 03 2009
Obama Pledges Support
President Obama has reversed a Bush policy and pledges protection for health-care workers. more »
Monday June 15 2009
Minnows For Mosquito Control
In an effort to help control the mosquito population, the Mobile County Health Department will distribute free minnows, which feed on mosquito larvae.. more »
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Mobile County Health Dept.
Thursday May 14 2009
H1N1 Vaccine: Who Should Get It?
World Health Organization Convenes Meeting As Flu Cases Top 6,600 Worldwide.. more »
Tuesday May 12 2009
FDA Balks At Cheerios’ Health Claims
Regulators: Cereal Made Inappropriate Assertions About Ability To Lower Cholesterol, Heart Disease.. more »
Friday May 01 2009
Parents, Truckers Concerned About Swine Flu
Parents bringing children to sporting events are also taking precautions. more »
Monday March 30 2009
Shaping Up! Triceps
We're Shaping Up! On WKRG News Five This Morning. We're showing you simple ways to exercise and get fit for Spring. more »
Tuesday March 24 2009
2009 Kick Butts Day
The Coalition for a Tobacco-Free Mobile County, Students Working Against Tobacco (SWAT), and Keep Mobile Beautiful will partner to “kick butts” at Langan Park this Wednesday, March 25, in recognition of national Kick Butts Day. more »
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Mobile County Health Dept.
Monday March 23 2009
Shaping Up! Biceps And Triceps
We're Shaping Up! On WKRG News Five This Morning. We're showing you simple ways to exercise and get fit for Spring. more »
Friday March 20 2009
Do You Know Where Your Husband Is?
Sheriff to send letters to wives whose husbands were arrested for soliciting prostitution more »
Wednesday March 11 2009
Mississippi To Pay For Gastric Baypass?
Senate revives a proposal that would use state health insurance to pay for gastric bypass surgery for up to 100 obese government workers a year. POLL more »
Tuesday March 10 2009
Free Cancer Screening
The Mobile County Health Department’s Primary Care Clinic and the University of South Alabama’s Mitchell Cancer Institute will team up to provide free prostate cancer screenings. more »
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Mobile County Health Dept.
Monday March 09 2009
Saving Money On Your Health
Your bank account isn't the only thing hurt by the economy… it can affect your health, too. But there are ways to make sure your health weathers this economic storm. more »
Thursday February 26 2009
Study: Change Lifestyle, Cut Cancer Risk
One-Third Of Most Common Cancer Cases In U.S. Preventable By Making Healthy Choices.. more »
Thursday February 19 2009
Got Lice? No Problem
Many schools are becoming less nit-picky about children who have head lice more »
Sunday January 25 2009
Shellfish Growing Waters To Reopen
Oyster harvesting in Mobile Bay to resume at 6am Monday. READ FULL TEXT OF NEWS RELEASE more »
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Jeff McCool/Alabama Department of Public Health
Friday January 16 2009
Local Firefighter Begins His Biggest Fight
Friends are trying to help him make his dream come true. more »
Wednesday January 14 2009
Children’s Health Insurance
About 4 million more children would get
government provided health care under a bill the House has passed. more »
Tuesday January 13 2009
Shellfish Growing Waters Closed
Recent heavy rainfall causes possible offshore bacteria problem in Mobile and Baldwin Counties. FULL TEXT OF RELEASE more »
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Alabama Department of Public Health
Monday January 05 2009
Flu Shot Clinic
Mobile County Health Department schedules special flu shot clinic.. more »
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Mobile County Health Dept.
Wednesday December 03 2008
How To Steer Clear Of Medical Traps Online
As More Patients Turn To The Internet For A Second Opinion, How Do You Know What's Bogus? more »
Monday December 01 2008
Today Is World Aids Day
According to Dr. Bert Eichold, Health Officer of Mobile County, Mobile has one of the highest HIV infection rates per capita in Alabama.. more »
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Mobile County Health Dept.
Monday November 24 2008
Still Have Time To Get Flu Shots
Mobile County Health Department to hold special clinic for flu and pneumonia shots.. more »
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Mobile County Health Dept.
Monday November 10 2008
Harmful Headphones
Click here to find out why listening to music could actually be hazardous to your health. more »
Thursday October 30 2008
Eastern Shore Mystery
Daphne police searching for the husband of a city councilwoman who has been missing since Tuesday more »
Friday October 17 2008
Free Breast Exams
Mobile County Health Department to offer free clinical breast examinations.. more »
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Mobile County Health Dept.
Wednesday September 17 2008
Woman Suffers Orgasm-Related Stroke
Rare Sex-Related Strokes Occur When Several Risk Factors Converge.. more »
Wednesday September 10 2008
Stress After Katrina
One in five Gulf Coast residents experienced post-traumatic stress disorder after Hurricane Katrina. more »
Tuesday September 09 2008
Mosquito Traps To Be Set in Mobile
Inspectors to test areas where West Nile Virus was found. more »
Thursday September 04 2008
Rev. Jesse Jackson Hospitalized For Stomach Pains
The Reverend Jesse Jackson is being treated at a Chicago hospital after experiencing severe stomach pains. more »
Tuesday September 02 2008
Medicinal Marigolds
Plantar warts are tough enough to withstand acid, freezing and more. But, the foot growths are no match for a treatment made with marigolds! more »
Thursday August 21 2008
Alabama To Charge Obese State Employees More
Alabama state employees suffering from obesity and three other health problems will eventually have to pay extra for their health insurance if they don't try to control their problems. more »
Wednesday August 20 2008
Rabid Fox Killed
A fox killed last week near Elberta tested positive for rabies. Animal control agency says animal tried to attack a man. more »
Tuesday August 12 2008
States Fail To Report Health Provider Sanctions
Government investigators say a number of states routinely fail to notify federal authorities when they kick health care providers out of their Medicaid programs. more »
Monday August 04 2008
Spaghetti Mix Sold In Mississippi & Alabama Recalled
CF Sauer Foods Inc. has recalled its Gold Medal spaghetti sauce mix because it contains a milk ingredient that could cause an allergic reaction. more »
Chef: Sorry For Suggesting Poison Plant In Salad
A British celebrity chef says he's sorry for mistakenly recommending a deadly plant as a tasty salad ingredient. more »
Study: Restaurant Kids’ Meals Loaded With Calories
A new report tells parents they won't be finding many healthy choices for their kids at the nation's top restaurant chains. more »
Thursday July 24 2008
Free Back-To-School Dental Screenings
The Mobile County Health Department’s Dental Clinic will provide free back-to-school dental screenings next week. more »
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Mobile County Health Department
Thursday July 17 2008
Better Health For $10 A Year
Researchers say that a health overhaul across the country could be done with just $10 per person, per year. more »
Friday June 20 2008
Man Sheds 80 Pounds Eating McDonald’s
A Virginia man lost about 80 pounds in six months by eating nearly every meal at McDonald's. more »
Thursday June 12 2008
Pot Reaches New High
A new study says marijuana potency has increased to its highest level in more than 30 years! more »
Monday June 09 2008
Winn-Dixie Pulls Tomatoes Off Shelves
Winn-Dixie Stores voluntarily taking tomatoes off its shelves after a salmonellosis outbreak was linked to certain varieties of raw tomatoes. more »
Mounting Debt May Lead To Serious Illness
Study finds Americans suffering from debt may also be more likely to suffer from severe health problems. more »
Monday June 02 2008
Senator Ted Kennedy’s Brain Surgery Today
Kennedy also says he's "humbled" and "strengthened" by all the prayers and the outpouring of support he's received since the diagnosis. more »
Budget Woes Threaten Mobile EMS
Mobile County's Emergency Medical Services Rescue Squad could shut down. more »
Saturday May 17 2008
Birmingham’s Unwanted Ranking
Birmingham mayor wants banners pointing out that Jefferson County leads the nation in syphilis rates removed. more »
A Mobile woman makes a sacrifice to help her best friend,…
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Police say a Mobile woman is recovering at USA Medical Center…
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The Mobile Police Department is conducting an internal investigation…
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Woman is charged in the murder of her father in Saraland.
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Hundreds Have Lined Up At A Birmingha-area Book Store In…
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