Morning News Run
January 11, 2007 by Liz Lewis
Filed under Morning News
Obesity Operations Soar in The U.S. – MSNBC
The number of middle-aged Americans undergoing surgery for obesity skyrocketed between 1998 and 2004, according to a study released Wednesday. In 1998, 772 people aged 55 to 64 had gastric bypass, stapling or some similar procedure known as bariatric surgery to help weight loss. But that number ballooned to 15,086 six years later, says the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality.
Walgreens Selling Hand Gel That helps Your Nic Fit – Reuters
A new hand gel is starting to appear on drug-store shelves promising more than just an end to germs or dry skin — this one claims to satisfy users’ tobacco cravings for up to four hours.
House Bill Funds Embryonic Stem Cell Study – Science Daily
The bill would allow federal funding of stem cell research using embryos developed for fertility purposes but about to be discarded. People for whom the embryos were created would have to consent to the donation in writing.
State Take On Mandatory Health Coverage – NPR (Audio)
Last Monday, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger proposed a $12 billion plan to make health insurance mandatory for all citizens of the state of California. A similar bill became law in Massachusetts last year. Guests discuss state-mandated health coverage, and listeners share their thoughts on how the idea has worked so far.
