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Obama on health reform vote: 'This is our moment'

President Barack Obama visited Capitol Hill and made a brief televised statement this afternoon to press the House to pass the Democratic health reform bill.

9 Nov 2009

To move health reform bill, Dems make abortion agreement, start historic debate

News outlets covered the late-night deal on abortion language in the House health care overhaul bill and looked forward to the debate and vote today.

9 Nov 2009

Poorly maintained heating and air-conditioning systems and carpeting may lead to poor health

Damp environments, poorly maintained heating and air-conditioning systems and carpeting may contribute to poor indoor air quality, according to experts at the annual meeting of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) in Miami Beach, Fla. Americans spend about 90 percent of their time indoors, where they are repeatedly exposed to indoor allergens and airborne particles that can lead to respiratory symptoms and conditions.

9 Nov 2009

Bishops urge the House of Representatives to vote for Stupak-Ellsworth Amendment to health care reform

The U.S. bishops November 7 urged members of the House of Representatives to vote for the Stupak-Ellsworth Amendment to the health care reform.

9 Nov 2009

Family Research Council releases statement concerning the passage of pro-life amendment

Today, the House of Representatives passed the Stupak, Pitts, Kaptur, Dahlkemper, Smith, Ellsworth and Lipinski amendment to the "Affordable Health Care for America Act" (H.R. 3962). The amendment maintains the current policy of preventing federal funding for abortion and for benefits packages that include abortion.

9 Nov 2009

Dr. Charmaine Yoest: Passage of pro-life amendment, a victory for the pro-life Americans

Americans United for Life Action President and CEO Dr. Charmaine Yoest said, "The passage of this amendment is a victory for the pro-life Americans across this country who have flooded Congress this week with the message that abortion does not belong in health care. The bipartisan effort that led to its passage, under the leadership of Congressmen Bart Stupak and Joe Pitts, is a step toward a future where both political parties defend Life."

9 Nov 2009

With the House landmark vote behind them, GOP and Democratic leaders turn sights to the Senate

After yesterday, when the House of Representatives cleared its version of sweeping health overhaul legislation, the Sunday talk shows were full of GOP and Democratic leaders talking about the impact of that vote as well as what might happen in the Senate.

9 Nov 2009

Democrats' late-night abortion agreement opens door to vote on health bill

News outlets covered the late-night deal on abortion language in the House health care overhaul bill.

9 Nov 2009

A divided House approves sweeping health reform legislation, 220-215

After months of intense debate and negotiations, the House of Representatives approved the most ambitious effort ever to change the country's health care system, with 219 Democrats and one Republican voting for the bill and 39 Democrats voting against the bill. Democrats in the chamber cheered the final tally.

9 Nov 2009

PhRMA releases statement regarding the House health care reform bill

We are disappointed, but not surprised by today's vote -- an uneasiness echoed by millions of hardworking Americans as well as nearly half of the members of the U.S. House of Representatives who voted against the bill.

9 Nov 2009

Prevention and wellness provisions in the health reform bill passed by the House applauded

The American Public Health Association (APHA) applauds the prevention and wellness provisions in the health reform bill passed last night by the House.

9 Nov 2009

AMA hails passage of the House health reform bill

The AMA hails the passage of the House health reform bill, which will help improve the health system for patients and physicians and calls for swift passage of H.R. 3961 to secure the stability of the Medicare program. Passage of the House health reform bill is a big step forward as we work for comprehensive health reform this year.

8 Nov 2009

Democrats hail historic House health reform bill, turn focus to Senate

News outlets are still digesting the House of Representatives' passage of a landmark health care overhaul and also looking ahead to the Senate, where an effort to meld two health reform bills is stalled.

8 Nov 2009

Verizon director to address challenges facing the health care industry in complying to HITECH and HIPAA

An executive from the Verizon Connected Healthcare Solutions practice group will participate in a panel discussion at the World Health Congress Leadership Summit on Health Information Technology on Nov. 9 in Alexandria.

7 Nov 2009

Betterthanmedicare.com helps plug the "donut hole", offers discounts on drugs

With his proposed health care reform plan, President Barack Obama has set his sights on cutting name-brand prescription drug costs by 50 percent for Medicare patients who fall into the "Part D" coverage gap, universally known as the "donut hole." Plan advocates rave about the potential cost-cutting and feel it's a promising start to health care reform.

7 Nov 2009

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center to expand support for doctors and patients on Guam

A team from Cedars-Sinai Medical Center will be meeting with leaders in medicine and health insurance and as well as patients during a visit to Guam this week.

7 Nov 2009

Cities and metropolitan areas may benefit from affordable healthcare reform

"We stand on the threshold of history. Real, affordable healthcare reform will have a far-reaching impact on our nation and especially on those who live in our cities and great metropolitan areas.

7 Nov 2009

Access to health care for every American is a long overdue reality: NMA

"The National Medical Association (NMA) is anxious to see health reform put to a vote on Saturday. We believe this is long overdue for America," said Dr. Willarda Edwards, President of the National Medical Association (NMA).

7 Nov 2009

Transatlantic task force to address antibiotic resistance established, experts welcome initiative

Experts on both sides of the Atlantic applaud President Barack Obama and Swedish Prime Minister Fredrik Reinfeldt, representing the European Union (EU) Presidency, for establishing a transatlantic task force to address antibiotic resistance, an urgent and growing problem that threatens patient safety and public health worldwide.

7 Nov 2009

PPA bus tour raises awareness of patient assistance programs among state residents who are uninsured

The 'Help is Here Express' bus tour will be stopping in South Carolina and Georgia throughout the week of November 9-13 at various cities in order to help uninsured and financially-struggling patients access information on programs that provide prescription medicines for free or nearly free.

7 Nov 2009

Healthcare News

Obama on health reform vote: 'This is our moment'

To move health reform bill, Dems make abortion agreement, start historic debate

Poorly maintained heating and air-conditioning systems and carpeting may lead to poor health

Bishops urge the House of Representatives to vote for Stupak-Ellsworth Amendment to health care reform

Family Research Council releases statement concerning the passage of pro-life amendment

Dr. Charmaine Yoest: Passage of pro-life amendment, a victory for the pro-life Americans

With the House landmark vote behind them, GOP and Democratic leaders turn sights to the Senate

Democrats' late-night abortion agreement opens door to vote on health bill

A divided House approves sweeping health reform legislation, 220-215

PhRMA releases statement regarding the House health care reform bill

Prevention and wellness provisions in the health reform bill passed by the House applauded

AMA hails passage of the House health reform bill

Democrats hail historic House health reform bill, turn focus to Senate

Verizon director to address challenges facing the health care industry in complying to HITECH and HIPAA

Betterthanmedicare.com helps plug the "donut hole", offers discounts on drugs

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center to expand support for doctors and patients on Guam

Cities and metropolitan areas may benefit from affordable healthcare reform

Access to health care for every American is a long overdue reality: NMA

Transatlantic task force to address antibiotic resistance established, experts welcome initiative

PPA bus tour raises awareness of patient assistance programs among state residents who are uninsured

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