Study questions how sharply US should cut the salt
WASHINGTON (AP) — A surprising new report questions efforts to get Americans to sharply cut back on salt, saying getting to super-low levels may not be worth the struggle.
Make no mistake: Most Americans eat way too much, not just
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Poll: RI residents among most stressed Americans
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — A new poll says Rhode Island is the second most stressed out state in the country.
The Gallup poll released Wednesday says Rhode Island follows only West Virginia on the list of the most stressed states.
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Sophie’s Promise helping children with autism find their voice
FALL RIVER — Christine Aguiar can attest as to how an iPad can be a miracle device for children with autism, by giving them a voice.
After her daughter Sophie, 8, was diagnosed with classic autism about five years ago, … Read Full Story
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Mass. weighs new rules for compounding pharmacies
BOSTON (AP) – State lawmakers are weighing changes to how sterile compounding pharmacies are regulated in the wake of a deadly nationwide fungal meningitis outbreak that was linked to a steroid distributed by a Massachusetts firm.
The Committee on Public … Read Full Story
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Mass. weighs new regs for compounding pharmacies
BOSTON (AP) – Lawmakers are considering changes in how sterile compounding pharmacies are regulated after a deadly nationwide fungal meningitis outbreak that was linked to a steroid distributed by a Massachusetts firm.
The Legislature’s public health committee has scheduled a … Read Full Story
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World Cup set to be 1st to offer seats for obese
SAO PAULO (AP) – The 2014 World Cup in Brazil is set to be the first to offer special seats for obese fans.
The seats will be offered to conform to Brazilian legislation, although international supporters will also be entitled … Read Full Story
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A healthy incentive for Southcoast blood donors
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Royal Fairhaven Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Earns a 5-Star Rating
SOUTHCOAST — It’s the goal of every skilled nursing facility to earn a 5-star rating, but few are chosen. Royal Fairhaven Nursing and Rehabilitation Center announced it has been accorded its first 5-star designation from the federal government’s Centers for … Read Full Story
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Surprise party for local woman facing cancer by LIVING
SWANSEA — Elvira Cordeiro, who is battling a rare cancer, thought she was going out for a simple dinner with her family last Friday night.
Instead, she arrived at the Venus de Milo for a fundraiser party to celebrate and … Read Full Story
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American Red Cross schedules Blood Drives in March in Mass.
The American Red Cross will hold several community blood drives during the month of March. All eligible and new blood donors are encouraged to give blood. Blood donors are needed everyday to ensure an adequate blood supply for patients in … Read Full Story
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Mass. officials warn of bottled water taint
BOSTON (AP) – Massachusetts health officials say people who have bought three- or five-gallon bottles of water since Nov. 1 should check them for gasoline odors.
The state health department said Thursday a Massachusetts girl was treated and released at … Read Full Story
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Study: Many stroke survivors think about suicide
One in 12 stroke survivors thought about suicide or that they would be better off dead, a troubling federal survey reveals. That’s more than those with other health problems such as heart attacks or cancer, and it suggests that depression … Read Full Story
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Republicans say FDA withholds key meningitis docs
WASHINGTON (AP) – House Republicans are threatening to subpoena documents from the Food and Drug Administration as part of an ongoing investigation into whether the agency could have prevented a deadly outbreak of meningitis caused by contaminated drugs.
Republicans on … Read Full Story
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New lingo for consumers: health overhaul glossary
President Barack Obama’s health care overhaul law has spawned its own jargon. With the law finally about to take full effect, consumers might want to get familiar with some of the terms:
Affordable Care Act – The most common formal … Read Full Story
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State launches campaign to inform immigrants of health care options
LAWRENCE, Mass. — A new campaign targeting both Portuguese and Spanish speakers of Massachusetts seeks to inform business owners about the benefits of the Massachusetts Health Connector Program and how they can save money on their insurance costs.
“In the … Read Full Story
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Five foods that fight cancer
Tips to fight cancer with your fork this season
Boston — This time of the year offers a cornucopia of cancer fighting foods and many of them will end up on the dinner table this season, according to experts at … Read Full Story
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Diabetes prevention through healthy art and tips
Four medical professionals who believe art can be powerful in educating people about health are hoping to draw the attention of local Portuguese-speaking populations to diabetes prevention using illustrated tips.
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Survey accesses the needs of Portuguese-speakers with disabilities
The Rhode Island Statewide Independent Living Council (RISILC) is conducting a Needs Assessment Survey in Portuguese to help individuals with disabilities live independently in their communities.
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