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Department of Veterans Affairs: San Antonio Veteran Chosen to Accompany First Lady Michelle Obama During Opening ... PRWeb Wed, 18 Jul 2012 15:05 PM PDT A local paralympian and San Antonio Veteran was chosen to join First Lady Michelle Obama during the Opening Ceremony for the 2012 Olympic Games in London. The Veteran encourages his fellow Veterans in the San Antonio area to enroll for health care at South Texas Veterans Health Care System. (PRWeb July 18, 2012) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2012/7/prweb9713014.htm Health Care Spending Slows in Minnesota KAAL Austin Wed, 18 Jul 2012 15:05 PM PDT The state Health Department says the rate of health care spending in Minnesota has slowed to its lowest point since 1997, and the recession is a big reason why. Are You Protected Against Pertussis? WBNG Binghamton Wed, 18 Jul 2012 15:01 PM PDT (WBNG Binghamton) So far this year, the New York State Health Department says the number of reported cases of pertussis or "whooping cough" surpasses all of 2011. $13.9 million in rebates owed to Michigan consumers, business under Affordable Care Act The Grand Rapids Press Wed, 18 Jul 2012 15:01 PM PDT Insurers that fail to keep administrative expenses and profits under a certain percentage are required to issue rebates under the health reform law. Liberty County squashes rumors of layoffs, insurance cancellation Cleveland Advocate Wed, 18 Jul 2012 15:01 PM PDT In a specially-called meeting on July 16, County Judge Craig McNair spoke to employees about the stark financial situation of the county but also to dispel rumors of lay-offs or cancelling health insu Hearts for Healthcare now has clothes for sale The Cold Lake Sun Wed, 18 Jul 2012 15:00 PM PDT Hearts for Health Care (HFHC) has added items of clothing to its fundraising efforts. The foundation, which raises money for hospital equipment and doctor recruitment, now has scrubs, T-shirts, jackets and hoodies available through Aloft International.[...] Emergency departments review urges 52 changes ABC via Yahoo!7 Sports Wed, 18 Jul 2012 14:58 PM PDT Health Minister John Hill has promised an overhaul of the hospital emergency departments across South Australia.Mr Hill says the Government will implement all 52 recommendations of a review done by West Australian health specialist Dr Mark Monaghan.He says a clinical leader will be appointed to oversee reform and leaders will be chosen at the major hospitals to oversee improved access to ... How much is too much? The Hindu Wed, 18 Jul 2012 14:56 PM PDT After attending a conference held last week in which corporate hospitals from across the State participated, I returned to work wondering about the emphasis on health insurance and universal health... House leaves biggest spending fight for last The Hill Wed, 18 Jul 2012 14:55 PM PDT The 2013 Labor, Health and Human Services spending bill passed out of subcommittee after a vitriolic debate. Read more... Consumer Reviews and Online Mall MyReviewsNow.net Welcomes BodyBuilding.com PR.com Wed, 18 Jul 2012 14:55 PM PDT MyReviewsNow.net’s Newest Affiliate Partner BodyBuilding.com Helps People Achieve their Health, Fitness, Weight Loss and Appearance Goal [PR.com]

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