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Doctors push for early detection of dementia - CBS News

2012-02-06

USA TODAYDoctors push for early detection of dementiaCBS Newsthe doctor asks a patient with brewing dementia. The patient answers that she is fine. But is this enough? According to Dr. Laurel Coleman, a geriatric physician at Maine Medical Center, it's not. "So often I hear, "The doctor only asks my mom how she ...A push for family input to detect dementia earlierUSA TODAYAGING AMERICA: Experts work to identify best screenings for detecting risk of ...Washington Postall 227 news articles »

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Cougars' Cremins says physical exhaustion, doctor's advice led him to step ... - Washington Post

2012-02-06

USA TODAYCougars' Cremins says physical exhaustion, doctor's advice led him to step ...Washington PostCremins said Monday he was physically exhausted and advised by his doctor to make drastic changes or risk jeopardizing his long-term health. That's when the popular coach, famous for his blinding white hair, knew he'd have to make one of the most ...College of Charleston's Cremins on leave: 'I had no gas'CBSSports.comCremins 'physically and mentally exhausted'WCBDBobby Cremins: 'I had nothing; I had no gas.'Houma CourierABC NEWS 4all 41 news articles »

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States look at limiting or expanding what doctors can do - USA TODAY

2012-02-06

USA TODAYStates look at limiting or expanding what doctors can doUSA TODAYBy Jayne O'Donnell, USA TODAY State legislatures are considering a host of measures that would make it tougher — or easier — for doctors to perform surgery outside of their specialties, including in their offices. Only 20 states require doctors doing ...and more »

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Make sure doctor is a healthy one - Chicago Sun-Times

2012-02-06

Make sure doctor is a healthy oneChicago Sun-TimesQ. I went to a new doctor to get my thyroid checked because I have been gaining so much weight. He was really fat and I smelled cigarettes. I felt like I couldn't trust him. Am I being too picky? A. Now, we YOU Docs know from experience that doctors ...and more »

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Has your doctor been disciplined? - Minneapolis Star Tribune

2012-02-06

MinnPost.com (blog)Has your doctor been disciplined?Minneapolis Star TribuneThe Minnesota Board of Medical Practice brought more than 360 actions against doctors since Jan. 1, 2000, but it chose not to act against 46 doctors who were disciplined or faced other actions by medical boards in other states.Minnesota ranked 'worst in the country' at disciplining doctors, Strib series ...MinnPost.com (blog)Minnesota Medical Board Comes Under ScrutinyKaiser Health NewsInvestigation finds Minnesota Board of Medical Practice shies away from ...The Republicall 31 news articles »

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Doctor Upgrades Kirk to Good Condition - Patch.com

2012-02-06

Chicago TribuneDoctor Upgrades Kirk to Good ConditionPatch.comby Steve Sadin by Jessica Sieghart by Lorie Cohen Rowley Cloudy. Chance of light snow showers and freezing drizzle early in the morning...then a chance of light snow showers the late morning and afternoon. Highs in the mid 30s.Doc: Kirk's condition upgraded to good, watched Super BowlABC7Chicago.comall 214 news articles »

Feb

Machine gun doctor heads to court on firing range debate - WSOC Charlotte

2012-02-06

Charlotte ObserverMachine gun doctor heads to court on firing range debateWSOC CharlotteBy Linzi Sheldon A Union County doctor with a machine gun collection faced a group of angry neighbors in court Monday. In their lawsuit, they claim he is lying so he can fire machine guns on the private shooting range on his property.Doctor tries to get shooting range lawsuit dismissedWBTVNeighbors challenge gunowner in suitCharlotte Observerall 6 news articles »

Feb

Shock Doctor® Looks to GoKart Labs for All Things Digital - Sacramento Bee

2012-02-06

Shock Doctor® Looks to GoKart Labs for All Things DigitalSacramento Bee6, 2012 -- /PRNewswire/ -- Minneapolis-based Shock Doctor®, the authentic market leader and creators of innovative, unique performance-driven sports protection and the undisputed leader in mouthguard technology, has chosen GoKart Labs as its digital ...and more »

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Database to curb doctor shopping, drug abuse - KFOR

2012-02-06

Database to curb doctor shopping, drug abuseKFORFormer OSU head basketball coach Sean Sutton admitted to so-called “doctor shopping” to feed his addiction to pain killers. Now State Representative Pat Ownbey wants to beef up some current legislation designed to help doctors know who is prescribing ...Oklahoma Bill Would Combat Prescription Drug OverdoseInsurance JournalProposed Okla. law to combat prescription drug abuseKXII-TVall 4 news articles »

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Young doctors flock toward new specialty in end-of-life care - San Jose Mercury News

2012-02-05

Young doctors flock toward new specialty in end-of-life careSan Jose Mercury NewsThe pair of doctors specialize in caring for the terminally ill. (Gary Reyes/ Mercury News) As Daniel Shaine approaches the end of his battle with terminal cancer, he is no longer surprised to find a troop of young doctors, some with pregnant bellies ...and more »

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Shock Doctor® Looks to GoKart Labs for All Things Digital

2012-02-06

MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 6, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Minneapolis-based Shock Doctor®, the authentic market leader and creators of innovative, unique performance-driven sports protection and the undisputed leader ...

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Doctor sceptical about boy's alternative cancer care

2012-02-06

A Picton doctor has questioned the use of alternative medicine to treat a 9-year-old Nelson boy who has a rare form of cancer.

Feb

When to Dump Your Doctor

2012-02-01

What to do when your doctor disappoints: Expert advice on seven real-life situations. Problem: Your Doctor Is Late An occasional delay is excusable―if, for instance, your ob-gyn had to perform an emergency C-section and the office kept you posted on her expected return.

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What your doctor doesn’t tell you

2012-02-04

When you walk into your doctor’s office with a health complaint, you likely have two expectations: 1. There is something out there that can help you, and 2. Your doctor knows what that something is. Unfortunately, much of the time neither of those things is true. In recent years...

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Exclusive: Doctor cheating warnings expand to dermatology

2012-02-06

Doctors studying to become dermatologists have, for years, shared exam questions by memorizing and writing them down after the test to become board certified, CNN has confirmed.

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Doctor ratings increase in DrScore's 2011 Annual Report Card on Patient Satisfaction

2012-02-06

Doctors are doing better across the board in 2011, as compared to 2010, according to DrScore's 2011 Annual Report Card on Patient Satisfaction. DrScore researchers found that overall doctor ratings have increased .5 percent and low ratings of doctors decreased by over 2 percent since 2010, based on over 36,000 ratings received in 2011.

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Doctor-contradicts-reports-says-Yuvraj-told-of-malignant-growth-early

2012-02-06

Doctor says he suggested immediate treatment at the best centres in the world to the family.

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Doctor shortage lets sick prisoners out

2012-02-06

MORE sick or injured prisoners will be treated in public hospitals because of "widespread" doctor shortages in the prison system, the Public Service Association warns.

Feb

Willis woman charged in 'doctor shopping' scheme

2012-02-06

Willis woman charged in 'doctor shopping' scheme Houston Chronicle Copyright 2012 Houston Chronicle. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Updated 02:49 p.m., Monday, February 6, 2012 Clark is accused of fraudulently obtaining 186 controlled substances, including Hydrocodone, from 46 Houston-area pharmacies from January to November 2011 ...

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Doctor's License Suspended

2012-02-03

Dr. Njoku learned that the patient made a complaint and contacted the victim, in an apparent attempt to get her to withdraw her complaint, police said.

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