Swine Flu in N.C.
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Swine Flu Vaccine Now Available to All Photo
North Carolina health officials say there's now enough swine flu vaccine available for anyone who wants a shot to get one. more
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Unvaccinated Employees Could Lose Jobs Next Week Video
Employees of Moses Cone Health Systems who haven't gotten the seasonal flu vaccine -- or a waiver for health or religious reasons -- will likely be out of a job next week. more
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Alamance County Opens H1N1 Hotline Video
On Monday, in an effort to keep residents of Alamance County informed and safe, health care workers have manned a special hotline at the county's communication center dedicated to questions about the H1N1 swine flu virus. more
Health Headlines
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Abbott Laboratories to retain vaccines business after shopping unit to rivals
WASHINGTON (AP) — Drug and medical device firm Abbott Laboratories said Friday it has... more
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At least 1 in 7 home kitchens would flunk restaurant inspections, a study suggests
ATLANTA (AP) — Could your kitchen at home pass a restaurant inspection? more
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Study: Drugs to strengthen bones may slightly raise the chances of throat cancer
LONDON (AP) — People who take bone-strengthening drugs for several years may have a slightly... more
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Study shows increase in worker health insurance contributions outpaces total premium growth
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Workers are paying a larger portion of their health insurance costs as... more
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Summary Box: Rise in worker health insurance contributions outpaces total premium growth
2010 COSTS: Total premiums for employer-sponsored health insurance climbed only 3 percent for family... more
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Allergan to pay $600 million to settle Department of Justice probe into Botox marketing Photo
WASHINGTON (AP) — Allergan Inc., the maker of wrinkle-smoothing Botox, has agreed to pay... more