Swine flu poses new risk to new mothers in California
A New England Journal of Medicine study finds that women who recently gave birth and were hospitalized with swine flu faced higher severe illness risk. Among 94 pregnant women and eight new mothers during the first four pandemic months, 22 required intensive care and eight died, all eight who died lacking prompt antiviral treatment.
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Health care overhaul moves toward Senate passage
Democrats pushed sweeping health care legislation to the brink of Senate passage amid a long debate, lifting a 60 to 39 vote that cleared a key hurdle. The measure would extend coverage to about 31 million, ban pre existing condition denial, and cut deficits by 130 billion over 10 years though it omits a government run option. President Obama indicated he would sign the bill even without a public option.
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Kansas lawmakers weigh tobacco tax hike to close deficit
Parkinson seeks higher tobacco levies to boost state revenue amid a 2011 deficit. He cites tax exemptions and credits as targets while considering rate hikes. Senate President Morris backs a cigarette tax increase as most viable, though GOP worries about economic impact linger. Public health advocates note health funding use, while past efforts show mixed legislative support.
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