Mississippi is the Fattest State in America, Again
July 4, 2009
Boston (DbTechNo) - Results of a survey from the nonprofit Trust for America’s Health and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation show that for the 5th year in a row the state of Mississippi is the fattest in America.
Over 32% of adults living in Mississippi are obese, meaning that they are living with a body mass index BMI exceeding 30. Read more
Panel Votes to Reduce Strength of Painkillers
July 3, 2009
Boston (DbTechNo) - An advisory panel to the FDA have recommended that the FDA take a closer look into lowering the dosages of painkillers that can be purchased over the counter.
Each year in the US, up to 56000 trips to the emergency room are documented because of painkiller overdoses, because people either knowingly take more than they are supposed too, or are unclear of how much to actually take. Read more
Fewer Children Attending Summer Camps Due to Swine Flu
July 3, 2009
Boston (DbTechNo) - Parents of young children are thinking twice about sending them to summer camps because of swine flu.
The virus has taken a huge toll on the world since it emerged in Mexico earlier this year, killing more than 250 people and infecting more than 33,000. Read more
Celiac disease on the Rise Across America
July 3, 2009
Boston (DbTechNo) - A new study has found that cases of Celiac disease are on the rise across America.
This news comes following a study performed by researchers at the Mayo Clinic. Read more
Beef Recall Extends Into Canada
July 3, 2009
Boston (DbTechNo) - Canadian consumers are being advised not to eat President’s Choice brand steaks, roasts and ground beef because of possible E. coli contamination.
According to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) the beef recall is in line with a similar massive recall by Colorado based JBS Swift Beef Company. Read more
EU Commission Approves Victoza for Diabetes Patients
July 3, 2009
Boston (DbTechNo) - A diabetes drug called Victoza made by Novo Nordisk has been approved for use in Europe.
The drug is also known as liraglutide and should be ready for distribution in the latter part of 2009. Read more
Mississippi Continues to be Fattest US State
July 3, 2009
Boston (DbTechNo) - Mississippi continues to be the heaviest state in America according to the results from an annual report.
The report was put together by the Trust for America’s Health and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, and has some shocking findings> Read more
Democrats Introduce New Health Care Bill
July 3, 2009
Boston (DbTechNo) - A new bill introduced yesterday by Democrats would result in Americans paying a fine if they refuse to purchase health insurance.
These fines could be as steep as $1000, and would be levied against Americans who although given the option of affordable health insurance plans refuse to buy them. Read more
Sanofi-Aventis Heart Drug Approved by FDA
July 2, 2009
Boston (DbTechNo) - The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) have just approved a drug made by Sanofi-Aventis for treating patients with heart arrhythmias.
Arrhythmias are characterized by tan abnormal heartbeat, which can result in death if not treated properly and timely. Read more
Meat Company Expands Beef Recall
July 2, 2009
Boston (DbTechNo) - Concerns are being raised across the US over a massive beef recall announced late last week.
With the July 4th weekend coming up, millions of Americans will be firing up the BBQ and cooking beef that may actually be contaminated with E. coli bacteria. Read more
