| 11/01 | Tom Daschle Talks Health Reform In Missouri
Former U.S. Senator, Tom Daschle warns Missouri health care providers of new opposition to health care reform and how the public is key to getting meaningful legislation passed. |
| 11/03 | New Eye Care Initiative
There's a new technique to convince parents to have their children's eyes examined. |
| 11/05 | Metro Restaurant Closed with 42 Violations
Kansas City Heath Department inspectors closed a Mexican restaurant after finding 42 violations, 14 of them classified as critical. |
| 11/06 | What Patients Want from Their Doctors
Topping the list is wanting doctors to call them by their first name. |
| 11/08 | House Approves Health Care Reform Bill
The Democratic-controlled House has narrowly passed landmark health care reform legislation.
INSIDE | Read the statements from local Representatives |
| 11/09 | E-Cigarettes Under Fire
They're the latest trend in "safer" smoking, but the FDA and parents fear e-cigarettes are targeted at teens and that product safety is unproven. Protecting Children From Choking Dangers
Safe Kids Kansas reminds parents about choking dangers for small children. |
| 11/10 | Secret to a Bargain Smile Makeover
A bargain smile makeover can, literally be a snap away. Some dentists warn patients to be careful before snapping on a new, beautiful smile. |
| 11/11 | Holiday Eating Tips From the Biggest Loser
Cheryl Forberg, MD, gives some tips on keeping yourself fit this holiday season. Missouri Says, 'Got Chocolate Milk?'
You're probably familiar with the "Got Milk?" campaign. Now the state of Missouri is stepping in with a milk campaign of their own.
Cutting Workout Time Could Give Better Results
Spending less time in the gym could be the key to losing those few extra pounds. Companies Promise to Deliver More H1N1 Vaccine
Glaxo Smith Kline just got the FDA's ok to release some seven-and-a-half million new doses.
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| 11/12 | New Study Highlights Vulnerabilities to H1N1
A Study of H1N1 cases from Mexico earlier this year shows kids and young adults are especially vulnerable to the virus. FDA Considers Rule Changes for Online Medical Advertising
Drug makers have to follow strict rules when advertising on TV, radio, newspapers and magazines. |
| 11/17 | New Mammogram Advice Raises Qestions
For many women, getting a mammogram is already one of life's more stressful experiences. Now, women in their 40s have the added anxiety of trying to figure out if they should even be getting one at all. Hidden Salt Danger in Restaurant Meals
Many popular chain restaurants are serving some dishes loaded with salt.
INSIDE | We share sodium content in some popular restaurant dishes that may surprise you. |
| 11/19 | Comparing the Health Bills Before Congress
Want to know the major differences and similarities between the two health bills before congress? Take a look inside for a breakdown of both bills. |
| 11/20 | Where to Get a H1N1 or Seasonal Flu Shot
INSIDE | Find an updated list of metro locations offering flu shots and the H1N1 vaccine and information about canceled flu shot clinics. Doctors Give New Cervical Cancer Exam Recommendations
Women may be able to delay cervical cancer exams, and get them less frequently. Vicks Nasal Spray Recalled After Bacteria Found
The Procter & Gamble Co. is recalling some 120,000 bottles of Vicks Sinex nasal spray after the company found bacteria in some samples during routine testing. |
