Atlanta, GA–(ENEWSPF)–November 16, 2012 – 2:00 PM EST At-A-Glance Status: Ongoing Investigation Infection: Fungal Facility Type: Outpatient Setting Case Count: 480* States: 19* Deaths: 33* Laboratory Results * Updates occur Mon, Wed & Fri   Multistate Fungal Meningitis Outbreak – Current Case Count November 16, 2012 2:00 PM EST Previous Case[Read More…]

London–(ENEWSPF)–November 16, 2012. The tragic death of a woman denied an abortion in Ireland should catalyze the Irish government to fulfill its international human rights obligation to ensure access to safe and legal abortions. Savita Halappanavar, 31, who was 17 weeks pregnant, died from septicemia on October 28, 2012 at a[Read More…]

Safe food handling for a healthier holiday SPRINGFIELD—(ENEWSPF)—November 16, 2012. With less than a week to go before Thanksgiving, it’s important to start thinking about what you’re going to cook, especially if it’s a turkey.  “Two of the most important things to remember to avoid foodborne illnesses are to make[Read More…]

Comprehensive smoke-free laws cover 30 of 50 largest U.S. cities, up from just one in 2000 Atlanta, GA–(ENEWSPF)–November 15, 2012. Thirty of America’s 50 largest cities are now covered by laws that prohibit smoking in all indoor areas of private workplaces, restaurants, and bars, according to a study from the[Read More…]

Eighteen states saw 100 percent or more increase between 1995 and 2010 Atlanta, GA–(ENEWSPF)–November 15, 2012. The prevalence of diagnosed diabetes increased in all U.S. states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico between 1995 and 2010, according to a study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).[Read More…]

Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–November 15, 2012. Health and Human Services (HHS) today announced the launch of BeTobaccoFree.gov, a comprehensive website providing one-stop access to the best and most up-to-date tobacco-related information from across its agencies. This consolidated resource includes general information on tobacco, federal and state laws and policies, health statistics, and[Read More…]

November 15 is the Great American Smokeout CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–November 15, 2012. The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is encouraging Illinois smokers to “Call it Quits” today by participating in the 37th annual Great American Smokeout. Held annually on the third Thursday in November, The Smokeout is a national tobacco cessation[Read More…]

U-M innovation could eliminate the need for surgeries to replace pacemakers with depleted batteries LOS ANGELES–(ENEWSPF)–November 15, 2012. An experimental device converted energy from a beating heart to provide enough electricity to power a pacemaker in a study presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2012. The findings suggest[Read More…]

Governor proclaims November 15, 2012 National Rural Health Day in Illinois SPRINGFIELD –(ENEWSPF)–November 15, 2012.  In an effort to increase awareness of rural health-related issues, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), along with the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health, is celebrating the second National Rural Health[Read More…]

Home-Birth-Like Experience in Hospitals Ultimately Safer, More Satisfying, and More Cost Effective for Patients, American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology Reports NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–November 14, 2012 — Advocates of planned home birth have emphasized its benefits for patient safety, patient satisfaction, cost effectiveness, and respect for women’s rights. A clinical opinion[Read More…]