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Viewpoints: The Societal Roots Of An Epidemic Shouldn’t Be Overlooked; When You Run For President In Your 70s, Your Medical Records Must Be Released
Feb 21, 2020Editorial pages address these and other health care...
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Coronavirus on G20 agenda as China reports uptick in cases
Feb 21, 2020China reported an uptick in new cases of coronavirus on Friday, boosted by more than 200 people testing positive for the disease in two prisons outside of Hubei province, the epicenter of the outbreak....
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Tokyo to cancel or postpone major indoor events for next three weeks: jiji
Feb 21, 2020The Tokyo Metropolitan government said it will to cancel or postpone major indoor events planned for the next three weeks as Japan tries to halt the spread of the coronavirus, Jiji newswire reported....
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'China is still China' so start making post-epidemic business plans, experts say
Feb 21, 2020Business activity in China may look like it's at a standstill amid the COVID-19 outbreak, but investors should start planning their next moves, experts said on...
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Feb 21, 2020
Netflix series "Stranger Things" and actor Gaten Matarazzo are getting credit for raising public awareness of cleidocranial dysplasia, or CCD....
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Silent COVID-19 Cases May Stymie Screening Efforts
Feb 21, 2020As countries work to slow the spread of the virus that causes COVID-19, a new study shows why the methods they are currently using to screen international travelers may not be catching everyone who’s...
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Here’s How Burned Out Physicians Can Enjoy Their Jobs More
Feb 21, 2020The causes of burnout are complex, but the increasing documentation burdens created by new reimbursement models, and pushed on physicians through their electronic health records, deserve much of the...
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Cyberattack on NRC Health sparks privacy concerns about private patient records stored by US hospitals
Feb 21, 2020NRC Health confirmed in a statement to CNBC that it shut down its "entire environment," including client-facing reporting portals, to contain a cyberattack that raised concerns about private patient...
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Norwegian Cruise Line cancels Asia voyages due to coronavirus
Feb 21, 2020Norwegian Cruise Line has canceled its voyages in Asia through the third quarter of 2020 and expects to take an earnings hit of 75 cents per share for the full year because of the coronavirus, the company said...
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Singapore has the financial buffer to help the economy if virus outbreak drags on, minister says
Feb 21, 2020The Singapore government has set aside 5.6 billion Singapore dollars ($4.02 billion) to help businesses, workers and households weather the economic hit from the spread of the new coronavirus called...
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Woman Plays Violin During Brain Surgery
Feb 21, 2020Midway through the surgery, Turner was wakened and asked to her play her violin to "ensure the surgeons did not damage any crucial areas of the brain that controlled Dagmar's delicate hand movements,? according to the...
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'Stranger Things' actor raises public awareness of rare bone disease
Feb 21, 2020Gaten Matarazzo III, who plays Dustin Henderson on the Netflix megahit "Stranger Things," was born with cleidocranial dysplasia, a rare disorder which primarily affects growth of teeth and collarbones....
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Global air travel set for decline, FBI orders masks and hand sanitizer in case of coronavirus pandemic
Feb 21, 2020More than 75,700 cases of the COVID-19 coronavirus and at least 2,130 deaths have been confirmed as of...
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Healthy 'Mediterranean Diet' Is Good for Your Microbiome
Feb 21, 2020Title: Healthy 'Mediterranean Diet' Is Good for Your MicrobiomeCategory: Health NewsCreated: 2/19/2020 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 2/20/2020 12:00:00...
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What's Source of 'Stinging Water'? Jellyfish Release Toxic Mucus
Feb 21, 2020Title: What's Source of 'Stinging Water'? Jellyfish Release Toxic MucusCategory: Health NewsCreated: 2/19/2020 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 2/20/2020 12:00:00...
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When Will There Be A Vaccine For The New Coronavirus? Everything You Need To Know
Feb 21, 2020Who is making a Covid-19 vaccine, and when will it be available to the public?...
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State Highlights: Michigan Investigates Student Allegations Of Doctor’s Sexual Abuse; Advocates Push Lawmakers To Keep Connecticut’s Religious Vaccine Exemption
Feb 21, 2020Media outlets report on news from Michigan, Connecticut, California, Maryland, Georgia, Iowa, Indiana, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Missouri, Florida, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Tennessee, and...
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New China Coronavirus Cases Decline, 2 Passengers From Affected Cruise Ship Die
Feb 21, 2020Title: New China Coronavirus Cases Decline, 2 Passengers From Affected Cruise Ship DieCategory: Health NewsCreated: 2/20/2020 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 2/20/2020 12:00:00...
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U.S. Scientists Take Key Step Towards Coronavirus Vaccine
Feb 21, 2020Title: U.S. Scientists Take Key Step Towards Coronavirus VaccineCategory: Health NewsCreated: 2/19/2020 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 2/20/2020 12:00:00...
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Research Roundup: Anti-MRSA Therapy, Health Spending On Homeless, Vaccinations, And More
Feb 21, 2020Each week, KHN compiles a selection of recently released health policy studies and...
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