CDC: Flu Deaths Increase "sharply" as Epidemic Continues

Published January 20, 2013

CDC: Flu deaths increase "sharply" as epidemic continues

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A flu epidemic continues to hit the United States, according to newly released statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. … That's why early treatment with an antiviral such as Tamiflu and Relenza is so important, according to …
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San Leandro BART Shooting: One Dead, One Injured

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The San Jose Mercury news reported that the second victim was being treated for non-life threatening injuries. BART spokeswoman Alicia Trost said one person was in custody …. Police reports confirm statistics that guns are used to deter crime over 2 …
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A guardian angel to fragile babies

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After more than three decades fostering infants and children — many born to drug- or alcohol-addicted mothers — Jones is retiring from foster care, leaving a legacy of political advocacy caring for the most critically ill babies. (MEEGAN M. …. The …
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Child Fatality Task Force fears increase in deaths due to prescription drugs

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The aim is to reduce opioid-related overdoses, manage substance abuse issues affiliated with opioid misuse and abuse, and optimize treatment of chronic pain. Last spring, the idea brought together a coalition of people who have a stake in lowering the …
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