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WHO H1N1 Vaccine Shipments Headed To More Developing Countries
The WHO on Friday announced “it had delivered the first doses of H1N1 [swine flu] vaccine to Cuba, and a dozen countries in Africa would receive millions of doses in coming weeks,” Reuters reports. According to WHO spokeswoman Karen Mah, Cuba received an estimated 1.1 million doses Wednesday, and Honduras and El Salvador shipments are “en route,” according to the news service.
On World Water Day, News Outlets Examine U.N. Reports On Water, Sanitation Conditions Worldwide
“Human beings are flushing millions of tonnes of solid waste into rivers and oceans every day, poisoning marine life and spreading diseases that kill” 1.8 million children each year, according to a U.N. report (.pdf) released on Monday Reuters reports.
States Ponder Impacts Of Health Bill
Following the House’s vote, some aspects of the health care fight will now be played out on the state level. News outlets examine how lawmakers from different states voted and what states have to gain and loss from the national overhaul.
Democrats Brace For Potential Fallout After Health Overhaul Vote
House Democrats are facing looming questions and anger over their votes for health reform as they prepare for re-election campaigns.
Kaiser Health News presents a selection of Monday’s opinions and editorials from across the U.S.
Some Industry Groups See Boon In Health Bill
News outlets report on how health industry stakeholders would be impacted by the bill passed by the House Sunday night.
Obama Savors Health Care Victory, Prepares For Tough Road Ahead
President Obama received the biggest political victory of his presidency on Sunday, but news outlets question the political costs that might come with it.
Republicans Sharpen Attacks After Health Vote
Republican state attorneys general are already discussing the possibility of a multi-state lawsuit against components of the health care bill.
House Approval Of Reform Package Rested On White House Executive Order On Abortion
Rep. Bart Stupak, D-Mich., and other anti-abortion Democrats, reached an agreement with the White House and Democratic House leadrs, helping provde Dems a winning tally for the overhaul package.
Pelosi, Emanuel, Clyburn Among Those Dems Who Played Pivotal Role In House Health Overhaul Passage
Many players were involved in the House passage of the health care reform bill on Sunday, but Speaker Nancy Pelosi also is credited with key efforts at keeping the bill moving.
How The Health Bill Would Affect You
News outlets report on how the health care overhaul passed by the House Sunday night would affect consumers and businesses.
Today’s early morning highlights from the major news organizations, including details of yesterday’s historic House vote on health reform, the political dynamics now at work and what impact the measure will have on consumers and stakeholders.
In Historic Vote, House Passes Sweeping Health Bill
The House of Representatives has approved the Senate-passed health care bill.
White House Executive Order On Abortion Funding Clears Path For Health Reform’s House Passage
Rep. Bart Stupak, D-Mich., and other anti-abortion Democrats, reached an agreement with the White House and Democratic House leadrs, helping provde Dems a winning tally for the overhaul package.
House Now Taking Crucial Votes On Health Reform
News outlets are reporting on the minute-by-minute activity in the House of Representatives as they debate the health reform bill.
Showdown On Health Bill Nears, Dems Still Counting Votes
House Democratic leaders appear confident, although some say firm count is not yet set. Rep. Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, announces she will support health bill, despite abortion concerns. Republicans vow to continue their fight against the legislation.
Democratic Leaders: ‘We Have The Votes’ To Pass Health Reform In Historic Vote
News organizations are reporting that Democrats are “poised” to pass sweeping health reform legislation Sunday afternoon, as President Barack Obama made an impassioned plea for the bill.
Health Reform Crucial Weekend: Democratic Leaders Predict Victory, Abortion Still Stumbling Block
President Barack Obama plans to meet with all the House Democrats as their leaders predict victory. They’re still searching for the last few votes.
AMA, AARP Announce Support For Health Care Legislation
AMA and AARP endorse health care overhaul while an executive from Caterpillar, Inc., says the insurance requirments will put his business at a disadvantage globally.
Obama, Democratic Leaders Confident About Health Reform Legislation
House Democratic leaders expressed confidence they would have enough votes to pass health care legislation, according to news outlets.
