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	Data center helps protect Mercy patients Last Updated: 9:21 AM 03/11/10 - ARDMORE, OK - From strong thunderstorms to tornadoes .to even earthquakes, spring weather in Oklahoma can be very unpredictable, and one local hospital is taking steps to make sure your health information will be protected when a disaster strikes. Dara Downs has more. (Full Story)
	Free monthly health screenings make Texoma healthier place 3 Comments Last Updated: 6:46 PM 03/04/10 - DENISON, TX - Finding out you have a disease like diabetes can be life-changing. But a simple test could let you know if you're at risk and even prevent you from developing the disease. That's the idea behind Thursday’s free screenings at TMC. (Full Story)
	Lack of health insurance a problem in Grayson County 35 Comments Last Updated: 12:33 AM 02/26/10 - GRAYSON CO., TX - While debates continue in Washington on the Health Care Reform bill, the number of people without health insurance is growing in Texoma, with an estimated 30,000 uninsured in Grayson County alone. (Full Story)
	Ardmore to host area's first marathon 1 Comment Last Updated: 6:43 PM 02/25/10 - ARDMORE, OK - The Arbuckles to Ardmore Race for Mercy, or A2A, is a two day event that will include a full marathon, a half marathon, and a 5K. It's the first time Ardmore has hosted a full marathon, and organizers say the response has been overwhelming. (Full Story)
	Flu not to blame for many people feeling sick 6 Comments Last Updated: 7:25 PM 02/19/10 - DENISON, TX - It seems like a lot of people are feeling under the weather with a runny nose, coughing, fever and sore throat. And while doctors say the weather is probably the cause, the solution may not be to run straight to the doctor's office. (Full Story)
	Study: Carter Co. among unhealthiest in Oklahoma 7 Comments Last Updated: 7:03 PM 02/18/10 - ARDMORE, OK - For many of us picking up a meal at a fast food restaurant saves time, even though it might not be the healthiest choice. But a new study released this week says this trend is just one of the factors that's making local counties some of the unhealthiest in Oklahoma. Dara Downs has the story. (Full Story)
	Cancer Screenings Last Updated: 7:39 AM 02/15/10 - Cancer can be detected early with screenings. Dr. Alex Ehsan and Dr. Jasyn Haney are here to talk about the different types of screenings and how early detection can benefit you. (Full Story)
	Dentist in Denison offers free day of dental care 4 Comments Last Updated: 10:48 PM 02/14/10 - DENISON, TX -- Free smiles, that's what one local dentist is planning to hand out to dozens of young adults in-need on Monday. (Full Story)
	Free dental clinic scheduled at SOTC 0 Comments Last Updated: 8:06 PM 02/13/10 - ARDMORE -- Some free dental care will be available in Ardmore next weekend. But organizers say you need to sign up soon for the free sealants clinic. (Full Story)
	Winter Lupus Symposium 1 Comment Last Updated: 7:54 PM 02/13/10 - ARDMORE -- The first Winter Lupus Symposium, held by the South Central Oklahoma Lupus Support Group, kicked off in Ardmore on Saturday. (Full Story)
	Treating cold & flu during winter weather 2 Comments Last Updated: 6:41 PM 02/12/10 - ARDMORE, OK - With the cold weather comes the cold and flu season, which has people on high alert this year with the additional threat of H1N, but how can you tell if you have the common cold or the flu? Dara Downs has more. (Full Story)
	Ardmore to get new cancer treatment center 19 Comments Last Updated: 2:33 PM 02/17/10 - ARDMORE, OK -The City of Ardmore is now slated to get a brand new, state-of-the-art cancer treatment center. (Full Story)
	Women Go Red in fight against heart disease 2 Comments Last Updated: 7:19 PM 02/05/10 - POTTSBORO, TX - On Friday, red was the color of choice for women all across the country as they took part in the national "Go Red for Women Day" as part of heart disease awareness. (Full Story)
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Video: Obama on Health Bill Passage
"Tonight we answered the call of history," said President Obama after the House passed health care reform.
Video: House Passes Health Reform
The House has approved a Senate version of the historic Health Care Reform bill, 219-212.
Video: Pelosi Urges House to "Make History"
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi pays homage to the late Sen. Edward Kennedy by reading a quote to the House. Pelosi urged the House to "make history" by voting yes.
Video: Boehner Raises Voice in the House
House GOP Leader, Rep. John Boehner raises his voice asking members if they've read all the bills and supporting documents, shouting, "Hell no you haven't."

Genes Yield Clues to Ulcerative Colitis
Fifteen newly identified genes may offer a better understanding of the cause of ulcerative colitis and its ties to Crohn’s disease.
Early Balding May Cut Prostate Cancer Risk
Here's potentially good news for balding men -- especially young balding men who may be distressed at their lack of locks.
FDA Expands Ban on Tobacco Sales, Ads for Kids
The FDA now forbids sale of tobacco products to youths under age 18; tobacco company sponsorship of athletic, musical, or social events; free samples of smokeless tobacco; and more.
Caution Urged in Use of Flea, Tick Products for Pets
In the wake of mounting reports of adverse pet health effects, the Environmental Protection Agency has issued new restrictions on spot-on flea and tick products -- and urges extra care in their use.
Kids Not Only Obese, They're Extremely Obese
Extreme obesity has reached ''alarming'' levels among children, according to a new study that looked at the weights and heights of more than 710,000 children aged 2 to 19.

Study: Lesser-known bug a bigger hospital threat (AP)
AP - As one superbug seems to be fading as a threat in hospitals, another is on the rise, a new study suggests.
Testing overseas may explain big drop in TB cases (AP)
AP - An unexpected big drop in new U.S. tuberculosis cases is probably because of stepped up screening and treatment of immigrants before they leave their native countries, health officials say.
AP Enterprise: NASA, cruise line got flu shots (AP)
AP - Last fall, as swine flu cases mounted and parents desperately sought to protect their kids, the hard-to-get vaccine was handed out in some surprising places: the Royal Caribbean cruise line, the headquarters of drug giant Merck, the Johnson Space Center and a Department of Energy office in Idaho.
WHO: Not sure if drug-resistant TB is worsening (AP)
AP - The World Health Organization says it doesn't have enough information to know if it is winning the fight against drug-resistant tuberculosis.
Doctors, AARP support new health overhaul bill (AP)
AP - The nation's largest association of doctors and the AARP senior citizens' lobby are endorsing President Barack Obama's revised health overhaul legislation.