health - "government"

New government estimates show that nearly 24 million people in the United States have diabetes, an increase of more than 3 million in two years. This means that nearly 8 percent of the U.S. population has diabetes.

The elderly fear breaking a hip when they fall, but a U.S. government study indicates that hitting their head can also have deadly consequences: Brain injuries account for half of all deaths from falls.

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - New government estimates show that nearly 24 million people in the United States have diabetes, an increase of more than 3 million in two years.

AP - The elderly fear breaking a hip when they fall, but a government study indicates that hitting their head can also have deadly consequences: Brain injuries account for half of all deaths from falls.

New government estimates show that nearly 24 million people in the United States have diabetes, an increase of more than 3 million in two years.

The Federal government's tax hike on pre-mixed drinks is in doubt, with a key senator failing to pledge his support for the measure.

The New South Wales government is under pressure to compensate and apologise to residents living on radioactive land in Sydney's north.

The New South Wales government says it will establish a panel to oversee the release of criminals from psychiatric hospitals.

Hundreds of country doctors and community members have met on Yorke Peninsula to discuss the South Australian government's planned changes affecting 43 country hospitals.

The Australian Nursing Federation (ANF) warmly welcomed Rosemary Bryant to the position of National Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer.Ged Kearney, ANF federal secretary said that the Australian government's announcement of the appointment was great news for nurses.'Throughout her extensive and significant career, Rosemary Bryant has worked to maintain and develop excellence in nursing.