Health Headlines for Thursday, December 8
Use of E-Cigarettes by Young People Is Major Concern, Surgeon General Declares
New York Times
Soaring use of e-cigarettes among young people “is now a major public health concern,” according to a report being published Thursday from the United States Surgeon General.
Optimistic Outlook Could Lower Risk Of Dying From Heart Disease, Study Finds
CBS New York
Are you an optimist? You know, the kind of person who generally expects good things to happen — or are you a gloomy Gladys who looks on the dark side of most things?
Trump vows to bring down drug prices, doesn’t say how
Reuters
President-elect Donald Trump took aim at drugmakers on Wednesday by promising in a magazine interview that “I’m going to bring down drug prices,” sending shares of pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies lower.
Sweeping Health Measure, Backed by Obama, Passes Senate
New York Times
The Senate approved complex health care legislation on Wednesday that would increase funding for disease research, address weaknesses in the nation’s mental health systems and vastly alter the regulatory system for drugs and medical devices.
Heart problems tied to increased risk of suicide
Reuters
People with acute coronary syndrome caused by poor blood flow to the heart may be at an increased risk of suicide – especially in the six months following their diagnosis, according to a new study from Taiwan.
Schumer draws line in sand at GOP’s Medicare plan
Albany Times Union
With President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration six weeks away, incoming Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer is preparing to prevent a GOP overhaul of Medicare, which he calls a “war on seniors.”