A University student’s Adderall was never prescribed by a doctor. The student, who chose to remain anonymous, named two reasons for why she takes Adderall on a weekly basis: as a study aid and as a pick-up pill after nights of partying. “It’s literally a magical hangover pill,” she said. “If I go out, then [...]

I read your article “Doctors back surgery ban for smokers and the obese” (News) and was dismayed at the way such a small survey was used. there are, according to the General Medical Council, more than 200,000 doctors in the UK with a licence to practise. Doctors.net.uk itself has a similar sized membership (although that [...]

Obama’s health insurance program is providing some much-needed reform. In the United States, today nearly fifteen percent of the population is without health insurance and sixteen percent of the gross domestic product is put towards health care. Obama’s new health insurance program claims to be the middle approach that provides coverage for all Americans while [...]

(photo by Jim Cook/The News of Cumberland County)The headquarters of Allen Associates in Vineland. Allen Associates is the health insurance brokerage firm involved in the investigation of Hamilton Mayor John Bencivengo. HAMILTON — the school district has been paying the insurance broker at the center of a federal corruption probe of Mayor John Bencivengo for [...]

St. Charles officials and the developer for the proposed Lindenwood Town Center are still trying to hammer out details of a redevelopment agreement. The negotiations have delayed action on a bill, introduced Feb. 7, that would grant the DESCO Group’s request for a $9.6 million subsidy in the form of tax increment financing. DESCO proposes [...]

PEETZ — The Peetz Plateau RE-5 Board of Education had a lengthy meeting Tuesday.     Among the topics discussed was the budget. According to Superintendent Ben Dutton, the district has learned that their health insurance will increase by $100 a month per person next year.    “That’s a chunk of change,” he said. “so the board’s [...]

Florida health insurance that meets your health care needs is very essential. Over the past few years, the cost of Florida health insurance is on the rise. Because of the high cost, the number of uninsured in Florida continues to rise. The state government and certain non-profit organizations in Florida have taken efforts to reduce [...]

We’ve new evidence that Newt Gingrich may not be interested in returning to Fox News as a contributor once his presidential campaign is done. Real Clear Politics snared this quote from Gingrich during a meeting with 18 tea party leaders in Dover, Del., on Wednesday: “I think FOX has been for Romney all the way [...]

Expats who retire abroad need to consider their health care Retiring abroad needs to be carefully planned – finances, expected living costs, accommodation and insurance are some of the things that need to be considered. one of the things on many retiree minds is the quality of health care in their new home. Expat Health [...]

Georgia Southern University’s Health Services’ plans to construct new facilities are currently underway and should be completed within the next two to three years. The cost for the new facilities will come mostly from third-party insurance providers and student health fees, Ferguson said. “Because we are a network healthcare provider, we make money off insurance [...]

Measured in lost productivity and health care expenditures for businesses, the effects of obesity are staggering. A recent study by Indiana University-Purdue University shows medical problems related to excessive weight have led to the following annual statistics: • 39 million lost work days • 239 million days in which workers’ activities are restricted • 90 [...]

if you have been turned down for health insurance because of a pre-existing condition, you may have another option. You may be eligible for the Pre-Existing Condition Insurance Plan, (PCIP) a new program created under the Affordable Care Act. currently in most states, private health insurance companies can refuse to insure you if you have [...]

Anxiety disorders in children Edited by Andy Porter editor@wellbeingnorfolk.co.ukAnxiety UK, a leading national charity, has launched a school membership subscription to help teaching staff address the difficulties and stigmas that surround mental health in schools.it is estimated that one–in–ten children and young people, aged five to 16 experience a mental health difficulty.the school membership subscription [...]

You may think that your choices are fairly limited when it comes to finding a low cost health insurance plan in Minnesota. That may not be the case as there are ways to find a great deal and not compromise on the coverage. Before you even begin contacting health insurance agents to get a quote, [...]

By MICHAEL FALCONE (@michaelpfalcone) and AMY WALTER (@amyewalter) Each of the Republican candidates begins this primary day with something to prove. Mitt Romney wants to show he can win in the Deep South — territory that would seem unfriendly to him, but where polls indicate a razor-thin race. Newt Gingrich needs at least one victory [...]

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Before you buy turmeric tablets for your health, there are some important things that you need to look for. First thing to consider is the dosage. As an ingredient in a multi-nutritional supplement designed to be taken every day to prevent nutrient deficits, improve immune system function and possibly reduce the risk of chronic diseases, [...]

The Health Insurance Lifetime Maximum of your plan is the total amount of money the insurance company will pay for the entire time you have coverage under that plan. once you reach that amount, your plan will not pay for any more of your medical expenses. What are the Limits? The maximum amount that the [...]

Attorney General Martha Coakley says the requirement that Massachusetts residents purchase health insurance is unlikely to be altered by any ruling from the U.S. Supreme Court on a similar federal provision. Mass. Attorney General Martha Coakley. Photo credit: Attorney General’s Office The high court began hearing arguments Monday on the constitutionality of the individual mandate [...]

The three days of arguments beginning before the Supreme Court on Monday may mark a turning point in a century of debate over what role the government should play in helping all Americans afford medical care. A look at the issue through the years: Former President Theodore Roosevelt champions national health insurance as he tries [...]