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FDA finds bits of steel, rubber in Genzyme drugs
Federal health regulators have found tiny particles of trash in drugs made by Genzyme, the second time this year the biotechnology company has been cited for contamination issues.
Photo right: Genzyme facility in Boston
CDC's swine flu toll: 4,000 dead, 22 million ill
Estimates of deaths caused by the swine flu have grown to nearly 4,000 since April, roughly quadrupling previous estimates. But that doesn't mean swine flu suddenly has worsened.
Klobuchar seeks better pandemic preparations
Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar is holding a discussion with state public health experts to discuss improving preparedness in the event of a future flu pandemic.
H1N1 shot clinics will begin next week
The shots arrive just as the outbreak appears to be easing; deaths reported for last week climbed to seven.
Minn. program offers cell phone help for blind
Cell phone coaches are giving free training sessions on Friday for blind and visually impaired people.
FDA questions safety of alcoholic energy drinks
The Food and Drug Administration is challenging makers of alcohol-infused energy drinks to prove their beverages are safe, citing complaints that the products can cause risky behavior and injury.
Genetic love matches go cheek swab to cheek swab
Looking for love? Try leaning in for a ... cheek swab.
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Health care rally in Washington, D.C.Thousands of conservative protesters descended on the U.S. Capitol on Thursday, heeding the call of Minnesota Republican Michele Bachmann to show their anger at what they see as a government takeover of health care.
The flu and you, part II: When you're sickJames Lileks gives you tips on what to do when you get the flu.
Kidney failure: Preview of a 4-part seriesAimee Blanchette talks with medical reporter Josephine Marcotty about the number of people waiting for kidneys and the issues they face.
Flu me once, shame on youJames Lileks tries to make an informative flu video, and ends up being chased by a raging mob.
Clinics and the fluHow Twin Cities clinics are responding to the flood of flu patients.
Minneapolis plans for flu pandemic possibilityJames Lileks talks with Star Tribune reporter Paul Walsh about how the city of Minneapolis plans to cope in the event of a flu pandemic. Not only is Minnesota’s largest city planning for how to keep municipal services operating, but health officials are also trying to determine how vaccines will be distributed in the event of a shortage or if citizens can’t afford them.
Mandated healthcare in MassachusettsStar Tribune reporter, Chen May Yee traveled to Massachusetts to see if their brand of mandated healthcare works. Is this a plan we could see on a national level?
President Obama: 'Fire it up! Ready to go!'President Obama tells the story of where "Fire it up! Ready to go!" comes from.
Part 3: Obama, "How will you pay for it?"President Obama talks about how and who will fund his health care reform plan.
Part 2: President Obama outlines his reform planPresident Obama outlines his health care reform plan.
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Win tickets to the Dec. 3 performance of "In The Heights" at Orpheum Theatre.Vita.mn presents the Dec. 3 performance of "In The Heights" at Orpheum Theatre, and is hosting the official cast after party at First Avenue's Ritmo Caliente. |