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Ky. clinic killing highlights region's drug issues

As the only doctor in a 30-mile swath of Appalachia, Dennis Sandlin was committed to using a tracking system designed to curb prescription drug abuse, an epidemic in the area he had served for nearly two decades.

Neb. abortion doctor plans to expand his operation

An abortion doctor said Friday that he will likely perform more late-term procedures at his Nebraska practice to meet the demand left when a Kansas physician was shot and killed earlier this year.

US responds to man accused in abortion doc threat

Federal prosecutors say statements from a Washington man accused of threatening a Colorado abortion doctor's family should be admitted in court.

37 killed in fire at Kazakh drug rehab clinic

Fire roared through a drug treatment center in Kazakhstan with a history of safety violations, killing 37 people Sunday as patients tried to escape through barred windows, officials said.

Treat and go: Using retail health clinics

Doctors shouldn't have much to fear from the likes of Wal-Mart or Walgreens but the fact is retail health clinics  are becoming a growing phenomenon and are winning the battle against the person in the white coat.

Keeping New Orleans music alive and healthy

In collaboration with the LSU Healthcare Network, the New Orleans Musicians' Clinic provides full-service medical care to some 1,800 musicians and other artists, thanks to grants, charitable donations and a team of volunteer doctors.

Wash. man accused of abortion clinic threat

A Washington man has been indicted for allegedly threatening the family of an employee at one of the few clinics in the country that performs late-term abortions.

Obama to visit 'role model' clinic in Cleveland

President Barack Obama says his trip Thursday to the Cleveland Clinic is aimed at highlighting a system that works well.

Texas man accused of hacking into clinic computers

A security guard is accused of hacking into computers at a Dallas medical clinic where he worked in hopes of launching a massive computer attack before or on July 4.

First lady visits community health clinic

First lady Michelle Obama visited a community health center Monday to announce the release of $850 million in stimulus grants to help such clinics across the country provide care.

Slain doctor's Wichita clinic to reopen next week

The clinic of slain Kansas abortion provider George Tiller will reopen after a week of mourning.

Suspect in Iraq clinic shooting now in Kuwait

The U.S. military says an Army sergeant charged in this month's fatal shooting of five soldiers at a mental health clinic on a Baghdad base has left Iraq.

Mayo Clinic backs new personal health record site

The Mayo Clinic has combined its medical expertise with Microsoft Corp.'s technology in a free Web site launching Tuesday that will let people store personal health and medical information.

Patient advocate subject of investigation in Kan.

The head of a patients advocacy group says she's being investigated by a federal grand jury for her role in the case of a Kansas doctor whose clinic prosecutors have linked to 59 overdose deaths.

Air Force unveils brain injury clinic in Alaska

Behind Dan DeRosa's smiling face lurks a dull headache that never goes away. He suffers from memory lapses and hears a shrill ringing in his ears akin to the lingering squeal of a heavy metal concert.

Man charged with damaging Minn. abortion clinic

A man accused of ramming his SUV into the front door of a Minnesota abortion clinic has been charged with two felony counts of criminal damage to property.

Cleveland Clinic disclosing doctors' business ties

The Cleveland Clinic says it will publicize the business ties its 1,800 doctors and researchers have with drug companies and device makers.

Hostage standoff at Mo. clinic ends with 2 dead

A gunman took his ex-girlfriend hostage Friday at a health clinic where she worked, allowed her to make a goodbye call to her family and killed her before police gunned him down, authorities said.

Alleged mobster loses weight and liberty in Italy

Soon after an alleged mobster woke up in a private Italian clinic following liposuction surgery, he lost more than just weight.

Kenyan village gets clinic from brothers it helped

When residents of a tiny Kenyan village sold their chickens and cattle to buy Milton Ochieng's $900 plane ticket to Dartmouth College, they told him they wanted something in return.

Cleveland Clinic hooks up with Weight Watchers

The Cleveland Clinic, highly regarded for its cardiac care, doesn't hire smokers or allow trans-fats on its menus, and now it's joining with a nationally known weight control program to help its employees shape up and slim down.

Ark. health clinic evacuated after illnesses

A state-affiliated health clinic in northwestern Arkansas was evacuated on Thursday after more than 30 people were sickened with symptoms including nausea, dizziness and in some cases, uncontrollable drooling.

Milan clinic probed for alleged needless surgery

Police have arrested 13 doctors from a clinic in Milan who investigators suspect performed needless and sometimes fatal operations to make more money.

Britain Gets First Clinic at Supermarket

Milk? Check. Bread? Check. Check blood pressure? Uh, check.

2 Arrested in NM Abortion Clinic Fire

Two men were arrested Thursday in connection with a fire at an abortion clinic earlier this month, and will likely face charges in the blaze, authorities said.

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Urine samples swiped from Utah health office
Source: msnbc.com

Someone broke into public health offices in Logan and made away with 17 urine samples. The break-in happened early Monday morning at the Bear River Health Department.

Zimbabwe child sexual abuse alert
Source: BBC News

Statistics at a clinic giving free treatment for sexually-abused children in Zimbabwe have revealed an alarming level of sexual abuse.

623 Pound Woman Can't Find Help
Source: digtriad.com

A 600-pound woman that wants to lose weight is quickly running out of options. Sharon Purcell spent the last month in Wake Forest Baptist Hospital.

Trial in Unnecessary Operations Case: Physician Accused of Putting Greed over Lives
Source: SPIEGEL ONLINE

The trial of a German doctor blamed in the deaths of seven patients and accused of battery in 60 other cases begins on Thursday.

Berlusconi urged to attend clinic for sex addiction
Source: The Times

MEMBERS of Silvio Berlusconi's entourage are urging the prime minister to seek treatment in a clinic for sex addiction.

US clinic offers British couples the chance to choose the sex of their child - Times
Source: The Times

A new clinic in Manhattan is appealing to British couples who want to pick the sex of their next child — a process that is banned in the United Kingdom.

Final day at free clinic
Source: The L.A. Times

As the Remote Area Medical Foundation's huge, free health clinic winds up its eight-day run at the Forum in Inglewood this evening, organizers said they expected to be able to treat all patients who were given wristbands – or refer them to doctors who will provide free care.

Hundreds crowd The Forum for free health clinic
Source: LA Daily News

For Joseph Unger, the blue metal doors that opened into The Forum before dawn Tuesday might as well have been the Pearly Gates of Heaven.

Swedish clinic sterilises wrong patient
Source: thelocal.se

A medical clinic in Västerås in central Sweden has been reported for sterilising the wrong man.

Right Wing Extremism: Alive And Well
Source: CBS News

At this point it's little consolation, but Department of Homeland Security head Janet Napolitano turned out to be more prescient about domestic extremism than many of her critics.

Abortion foes interested in buying Kansas clinic
Source: msnbc.com

The group that tried for years to put slain abortion provider Dr. George Tiller out of business is interested in buying his now-closed clinic, but an attorney for the doctor rejected the idea.

George Tiller's family decides to close his clinic
Source: The Kansas City Star

Lee Thompson and Dan Monnat, attorneys for the family of Dr. George Tiller, issued the following statement today:

Suspect in doctor's death warns of violence
Source: msnbc.com

The man charged in the shooting death of abortion provider Dr. George Tiller warned Sunday that more violence is possible.

Susan Boyle Leaves Clinic, Eyes US Success
Source: OMG Yahoo

Susan Boyle is leaving the clinic and feels better. Her brother and others think that she has a good chance at success. There is a possibility of her performing for President Obama.

New domestic terrorists, and their claims to be 'fighting for America'

I'm sure you have heard about George Tiller, the doctor who performed late-term abortions (one of the three in America who would actually do it).

What happened to Susan Boyle?
Source: THEWEEK.com

Why the Internet sensation lost on Britain's Got Talent, and how she ended up in a mental health clinic

Exhausted Boyle 'checks into clinic' -
Source: CNN

Singing sensation Susan Boyle has been taken to a private clinic suffering from exhaustion following her shock defeat in the final of "Britain's Got Talent," British media reported Monday.

Suspect held in slaying of Kan. abortion doctor
Source: msnbc.com

A man suspected of fatally shooting abortion doctor George Tiller in church was in jail Monday while investigators sought to learn more about his background.

Doctor who performed abortions shot to death
Source: CNN

Dr. George Tiller, whose Wichita, Kansas, women's clinic has been the target of anti-abortion protests for years, was shot and killed at his church Sunday morning, his attorneys said.

Prohibition of Riverside County Medical Marijuana Clinics
Source: Inland Empire Marijuana.com

On Tuesday, the Riverside County Board of Supervisors took part in an election to ban Riverside Medical Marijuana clinics labeling them to be an attraction for felony and federal laws disallowing the drug.

Medical Marijuana Clinics struggles (maybe winning?) in California
Source: Medical Marijuana Clinic

Medical Marijuana Clinic or called dispensary has been the subject of constant raids by the DEA.

Medical Marijuana Clinic History
Source: Medical Marijuana Clinic

History will show that mankind has been using cannabis for medicinal values. Though there were no medical marijuana clinics of modern equipments of today's technology, still ancient men of knowledge, used medical marijuana clinic to treat various illnesses and ailments.

Medical marijuana clinics face crackdown
Source: Medical Marijuana Clinic.com

Legally owned and operated medical marijuana clinics around the United States are constantly being watched and monitored by the DEA.

DEA: Intent on Shutting Down Medical Marijuana Clinics and Dispensaries
Source: Medical Marijuana Clinic

Federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has employed diverse tactics on busting landlords of medical marijuana clinics and dispensaries.

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