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November 12, 2008

Screening for Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the U.S., but studies show only half of adults 50 and older get screened for the disease.

Keeping Healthy When the Economy Is Not
With that caution in mind, there are some steps you can take to make sure you are getting the best health care value you can.

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Lead Story: Health IT – Using Technology to Improve Transitional Care
Christine Sakuda of the Hawaii Primary Care Association talks about her experiences using health technology to connect patients and doctors in Hawaii.

Health Insurance Gaps for America's Kids
More than 2 million kids in the U.S. lack health insurance coverage even though at least one of their parents is insured.

Fighting Childhood Obesity
Parents should continue to encourage their kids to adopt healthy habits such as getting daily exercise and eating a healthy diet to help reduce the risks of obesity.

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