Speech-Language Pathologists in Bailey, NC Accepting Medicare
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 Kelly P Day, CCC-SLP Speech-Language Pathologist Medicare: Medicare Enrolled Practice Location: 8408 Whilshire Ct, Bailey, NC 27807 Phone: 252-230-7414 |
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Catholic bishops, colleges resisting HHS rule on contraceptive coverage
Many Catholic colleges decline to prescribe or cover birth control, citing religious reasons. Now they are under pressure to change. This month the Obama administration, citing the medical case for birth control, made a politically charged decision that the new health care law requires insurance plans at Catholic institutions to cover birth control without co-payments for employees, and that may be extended to students. But Catholic organizations are resisting the rule, saying it would force them to violate their beliefs and finance behavior that betrays Catholic teachings.
Fidaxomicin demonstrates 45% reduction in recurrences vs. existing treatment for C. difficile infection
Clostridium difficile infection (CDI) is a significant and growing problem in hospitals and other health care facilities, but no new drugs to treat the condition have been developed in several decades. However, a large-scale, phase 3 trial conducted by Canadian and U.S. researchers shows that the new antibiotic Fidaxomicin is superior to existing treatments, demonstrating a 45 percent reduction in recurrences vs. the existing licensed treatment.
New drug can aid in losing weight and keeping it off
A new drug could aid in losing weight and keeping it off. The drug, described in the journal Cell Metabolism on July 26, increases sensitivity to the hormone leptin, a natural appetite suppressant found in the body. Although so far the new drug has only been tested on mice, the findings have implications for the development of new treatments for obesity in humans.
FDA tips for tackling hurricanes
The FDA reminds consumers to take precautions for storing water and ensuring the safety of their food and medical supplies for themselves and their pets during and after this week's expected hurricane-related rain, possible flooding and power outages.
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