Flu shot options expand as CDC urges vaccination
Washington reports a revamped flu vaccine may offer better protection after last year's H3N2 surge. Options include needle free jet injectors, nasal spray, and small skin deep needles. About 171 million doses expected. vaccination advised for all 6 months and older.
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Treasury yields edge higher amid rate watch
Money and markets monitor signals for policy direction as the 10 year Treasuryyield climbed to about 2.15 percent on Wednesday. Higher yields influence mortgage rates and consumer loan costs while foreign exchange moves reflect the mix.
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Teddy Bear Clinic at San Jacinto Hospital in Baytown
Houston Methodist San Jacinto Hospital hosts a Teddy Bear Clinic on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Independence Plaza 4301 Garth Road Baytown. Children bring a teddy bear to act as their patient during a mock admission with free face painting snacks and a moonwalk.
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Text messages boost heart health with minimal steps
A study in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that four monthly text messages delivering simple heart related advice produced notable improvements in blood pressure cholesterol and physical activity among about 700 Australian adults. The $10 per person strategy shows potential for broad, low cost heart disease support if benefits persist.
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Journal of the American Medical Association
Obesity Rates Steady Across Most States in 2014
Government data show adult obesity rates held steady in 45 states with small rises in Kansas Minnesota New Mexico Ohio and Utah. Twenty two states had obesity rates of 30 percent or more, mainly in the South and Midwest, while Arkansas Mississippi and West Virginia surpassed 35 percent. Texas ranks 11th at 31.9 percent, up from 21.7 in 2000 and 10.7 in 1990.
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