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HypnoBirthing allows a new state of mind to be a new state of labor


By Jennifer Reed, SDNN
Unique HypnoBirthing classes teach San Diego women-and their partners-to relax and take control of their birth experience.

Nagging pain serves as warning when it comes to fitness injury


By Cassie Piercey, SDNN
For the occasional fitness enthusiast and even the experienced athlete, nagging overuse injuries can be annoying, but vital to health.

Ophthalmology conference strives for glaucoma solutions


By Gary Abramov, SDNN
Glaucoma-a chronic and incurable eye disease-is the second leading cause of blindness in the world.

At 90, retired pediatrician hopes his genes will make a difference


By Arthur Lightbourn, Rancho Santa Fe Review
Dr. Forrest Adams contributed samples of his DNA and his stem cells to two separate research programs to help unlock the genetic secrets behind lifelong good health.

Chronic fatigue patients fight 'lazy' label, support awareness


By Jennifer Reed, SDNN
Chronic fatigue syndrome is a complex, mysterious and widely misunderstood illness characterized by profound fatigue.

Stem Cell Meeting on the Mesa


Valerie Middleton, SDNN
The Annual Stem Cell Meeting on the Mesa, presented by the Sanford Consortium for Regenerative Medicine, was wrapped up last night at The Salk Institute for Biological Studies with a Special Anniversary Awards Ceremony commemorating the 5th anniversary of the passing of Proposition 71.

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Doctors, doulas to join forces at new birth center


By Jennifer Reed, SDNN
Local physicians plan to unveil an innovative new birth center-with a focus on holistic care-sometime next year.

San Diego, Tijuana share border, health resources


By Sylvia Barron, SDNN
"Binational Health Week" aims to close the gap at the border and improve the health of the underserved Latino population living in the U.S.

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State of Your Health Care

Senate Dems moving ahead on crucial health vote


By Erica Werner, Associated Press
Senate Democrats push toward a crucial weekend test vote on their sweeping health care bill Friday.

Co-pay rising: Take advantage of benefits before year's end


By Lisa Zamosky, SDNN
Time is running out. Get the most coverage for your money before your 2009 health insurance perks disappear.

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Info from 211 San Diego

211SD: H1N1 vaccine has started arriving at private practicioners. Contact your primary care provider and ask if they are providing immunizations

211SD: Due to limited supply H1N1 vaccine is available only to priority groups at the County Public Health Ctrs. www.211sandiego.org for more info

211SD: Call 2-1-1 for H1N1 flu site locations. To find H1N1 flu sites online, visit http://bit.ly/25lYSE

211SD: Call 2-1-1 for for seasonal and H1N1 flu site locations. To find seasonal and H1N1 flu sites online, go to www.sdiz.org.

211SD: H1N1 vaccine has arrived in small supply this week in San Diego. More arriving in the next few weeks. Visit 211sandiego.org for locations.