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News for: Thu Nov 05, 2009

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• Swine Flu Virus Dominant Strain Worldwide: WHO Thu Nov 05, 2009, 12:00 Agency says pathogen continues to target younger adults, producing mild-to-moderate illness.

• Germs Mingle Most on Palms, Feet, Forearms Thu Nov 05, 2009, 14:00 Body-wide survey also finds unique mix of bacteria for each person.

• Firm Says Low-Cost Genome Sequencing Is Possible Thu Nov 05, 2009, 14:00 10,000 human genomes could be sequenced next year, company says.

• Doctors Point Out Gaps in U.S. Health Care Thu Nov 05, 2009, 12:00 Survey finds poorer results, higher costs than in other countries.

• Fetus Learns Intonations of Mother's Tongue Thu Nov 05, 2009, 12:00 French, German newborns show crying patterns that mimic parents' language, study finds.

News Roundup • Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 5, 2009 Thu Nov 05, 2009, 10:14 Ulcerative Colitis Weight Loss (Ages 18-60) Pediatric Depression • Phosphorus Levels May Predict Heart Disease Thu Nov 05, 2009, 17:00 Even a slight elevation was linked to coronary artery calcification in study. • Complete Horse Genome Sequence Revealed Thu Nov 05, 2009, 14:00 Findings could aid understanding of human diseases, scientists say. • Gene Therapy for Fatal Brain Disorder 'Just the Beginning' Thu Nov 05, 2009, 14:00 Pioneering work may offer hope for patients with adrenoleukodystrophy. • Without Job Stress, Retirees Sleep Better Thu Nov 05, 2009, 09:00 Those who left demanding jobs report the most improvement, study finds. • School Violence Drops With Federal Program Thu Nov 05, 2009, 09:00 Participating districts report safer campuses and communities. • Stem Cells Repair Acute Lung Injury in Mice Thu Nov 05, 2009, 16:00 Study findings may lead to way to prevent this cause of death in people. • Green Tea May Help Prevent Oral Cancer Thu Nov 05, 2009, 09:00 Small study reports evidence of cancer-fighting properties. • Genes Linked to 'Pot' Belly Thu Nov 05, 2009, 17:00 And excess consumption of saturated fats raises obesity risk, researchers find. • Rest Easy. When It Comes to Swine Flu, Your Pet Is Safe Thu Nov 05, 2009, 06:00 Recent reports of H1N1 in a cat or pigs are likely very rare, experts say. • Living With Less TV, More Sweat Boosts Weight Loss Thu Nov 05, 2009, 12:00 Home environment plays role in effort to drop pounds, experts say. • Deadly Intestinal Infection Spreading Outside Hospitals Thu Nov 05, 2009, 08:42 Study finds growing number of C. difficile cases among elderly.

Health Highlights • Health Highlights: Nov. 5, 2009 Thu Nov 05, 2009, 10:05 Democrat Predicts Passage of House Health Reform Bill Immunity Claims Coming Off Cereal Boxes: Kellogg FDA Warns About Sexual Enhancement Product Doctors' Deal With Coke Sparks Outrage Obesity Linked to Cancer U.S. Hospital Deaths Cost $20 Billion in 2007: Report FYI • Health Tip: Triggering Abdominal Bloating Thu Nov 05, 2009, 09:00 Some typical causes • Health Tip: Create Baby's Bedtime Routine Thu Nov 05, 2009, 09:00 Better habits usually mean a better night's sleep

Today's Top News Stories
•	Swine Flu Declining in Some Parts of U.S. - Nov 20, 2009, 16:00 But, flu activity remains high and is expected to continue, CDC says.
•	Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 20, 2009 - Nov 20, 2009, 10:05 H1N1 Flu Vaccine Atrial Fibrillation Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
•	Swine Flu May Hit Kids With Asthma Harder - Nov 20, 2009, 16:00 Canadian study finds more severe cases than with seasonal flu.
•	No Immediate Changes Expected in Mammogram Coverage - Nov 20, 2009, 09:00 Health plans say routine screening is an individual decision.
•	Many Women Miscalculate Time to Full-Term Birth - Nov 20, 2009, 17:00 1 in 4 thinks it's as short as 34 weeks, potentially adding to preemie delivery rate, experts say.