Tag: medical-clinics
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Planned Parenthood clinics are open, but on guard
DENVER (AP) — Bulletproof glass and armed security are nothing new at medical clinics that provide abortions. But in the wake of a deadly shooting last week at a Planned Parenthood clinic in Colorado, clinics nationwide are redoubling security efforts, checking surveillance cameras and reviewing evacuation plans.
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Chipotle sales battered by widening E. coli outbreak
A widening U.S. E. coli outbreak has slammed sales at Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc, the company said on Friday, hours after federal authorities reported that people in nine states have now contracted food poisoning. Shares in the popular burrito chain tumbled nearly 8 percent to $518 in extended trading after Chipotle warned that sales at…
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Dark Chocolate
I love dark chocolate. I love the dark chocolate with sea salt, with salted caramel, with almonds. 72% cacao or 54%. I don’t discriminate. I really don’t at all. Dark chocolate feels like a gift from the heavens, like warmth and joy. Literally like having a happy little Belgian chocolatier hanging out in my body,…
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Stress and depression linked to stroke risk in diabetics
By Lisa Rapaport (Reuters Health) – People with diabetes are much more prone to depression and stress than other individuals, and these mental health problems in diabetics are tied to an increased risk of strokes and deaths from cardiovascular disease, a U.S. study suggests. The worst outcomes may result when people with diabetes suffer from…
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How a Trip to the Dentist Illustrates America’s Healthcare Problems
Dear Dr. XXX:I wanted to bring to your attention my recent experience at one of your offices. As a fellow business owner, I would want to know when one of my customers had a bad experience since transparency and feedback are great remedies. In that spirit I wanted share my recent experience at your office.…