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Tennessee Outback Steakhouse worker diagnosed with hepatitis A; 143 get vaccinations

Hepatitis A: How is it spread? Hepatitis A is a liver infection that is highly contagious. Find out how to prevent contracting it and what can be done if you’re exposed An employee at an Outback Steakhouse restaurant in Madison, Tenn., has tested positive for hepatitis A, health officials announced this week. Now, they’re urging… Read More: Tennessee Outback Steakhouse worker diagnosed with hepatitis A; 143 get… »

A 1,500-Calorie Diet: Food Lists, Meal Plan and More – Healthline

When trying to lose weight, creating a calorie deficit either by eating less or increasing physical activity is necessary. Many people choose to follow a 1,500-calorie diet plan to jumpstart weight loss and control their food intake. This article explains how to follow a 1,500-calorie diet, including foods to eat, foods to avoid and tips… Read More: A 1,500-Calorie Diet: Food Lists, Meal Plan and More –… »

Beaumont moves home health, hospice care to for-profit Ohio firm

Dive Brief: Royal Oak, Michigan-based Beaumont Health has announced a joint venture with Alternative Solutions Health Network to expand access to home health and hospice services in Michigan. Under the arrangement, Beaumont will shift operations of its seven-county home health and hospice agency to Kettering, Ohio-based ASHN. Partnering with ASHN will allow Beaumont to quickly meet… Read More: Beaumont moves home health, hospice care to for-profit Ohio firm »

Dr Miriam Stoppard: Implants after breast cancer risks sparking fresh disease

At a recent medical conference a colleague asked me what I thought of breast implants. The reason for her question it turned out is that she had breast cancer and is thinking about having breast reconstruction. Should she have a breast implant as part of that? In the light of recent findings my answer was… Read More: Dr Miriam Stoppard: Implants after breast cancer risks sparking fresh… »