Health Headlines

First Lady's Trips Help Husband's Re-Election In just the past few days, Michelle Obama has danced with cheering school kids, chatted with troops and swapped ideas with busy parents. She's engaged in a friendly cooking competition with stars from Bravo's "Top Chef." 0 Comments (Full Story)

Catholic Group, Planned Parenthood Satisfied With Birth Control Compromise 2 Comments The White House is already hearing some positive reaction from both sides of the debate, as President Barack Obama prepares to announce a change in the administration's controversial requirement that religious employers cover birth control for their employees. (Full Story)

Nearly 1 In 20 US Adults Over 50 Have Fake Knees 0 Comments New research shows that nearly 1 in 20 Americans older than age 50 are living with artificial knees. (Full Story)

President Obama Revamping Birth Control Policy 0 Comments President Barack Obama says a revamped birth control policy will both protect religious liberties and protect women's access to contraception. (Full Story)

Youth Mental Health Diversions Detailed 0 Comments About 220 troubled young Kansans who have been diverted from psychiatric residential treatment facilities were the subject of a joint hearing before two House committees. (Full Story)

Feds Require Consumer-Friendly Health Plan Briefs 1 Comment The Obama administration says health plans must start providing more consumer-friendly summaries of coverage and costs so people will know what protection they have. (Full Story)

Doctors Telling More Adults: Get Out And Exercise 1 Comment A new study shows more and more U.S. adults are being told by their doctor to get off their duffs and exercise. (Full Story)

More Headlines...