Monday, February 4, 2013

[Health] In the dark on doctor perks

In the dark on doctor perks
http://blog.pe.com/watchdog/2013/02/03/health-care-tighter-disclosure-rules-for-drug-companies-doctors/
Though few patients realize it, many doctors receive thousands of dollars from pharmaceutical companies for each patient enrolled in an experimental drug trial.

Granola Bars Replace Candy as U.S. Limits School Snacks
http://www.usnews.com/news/politics/articles/2013/02/01/rules-would-make-school-snacks-healthier
Candy bars in school vending machines will be replaced by granola and dried fruit under a U.S. plan that sets nutrition requirements for snacks, sodas and other food sold outside of regular meals.

Super Bowl Sunday: Cheap Calories for All
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-204_162-57567196/super-bowl-food-are-we-getting-the-right-message/
The annual food orgy known as Super Bowl Sunday is nearly upon us, and fast food titans are scrambling for a slice of the action. Everyone from Pizza Hut (YUM) to Chipotle (CMG) is offering calorie-gorged deals for America's day of couch-bound gluttony.

Dentists close gap with free children's care
http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/2/prweb10381708.htm
Dr. Ryan T. Smith gets a high-five from Anthony Branning, 6, of Flagler Beach, during a tooth extraction visit Friday at Flagler Dental Associates in Flagler Beach.

Gov. Nixon proposes $10M for Mo. mental health
http://www.kansascity.com/2013/02/03/4046871/gov-nixon-proposes-10-million.html
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon is proposing to spend $10 million to help get mental health care sooner for those who need it.

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