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Today Is the Great American Smoke Out. What are the Smoking Trends in Mississippi?
For the first time in 15 years more American's are smoking. During today's Great American Smoke Out thousands will try to kick the habit. In health news, MPB's Lawayne Childrey examines one ex-smokers struggle for survival, and what's being done to change the survival rates of the next generation.
National Health Care Reform's Impact on Mississippi
Over a half million Mississippians lack health coverage, and a majority of the state's uninsured don't have access to a doctor. MPB's Carl Gibson examines how proposed national health reform could affect the state.
Veterans Cemetery Groundbreaking in Newton County
More than 50 thousand Mississippi Soldiers and their families will soon be able to make Mississippi Veterans Memorial Cemetery their final resting place. MPB's Lawayne Childrey reports.
Mississippi Health First. A New Collaborative Effort to Tackle Diabetes
A major effort to improve care for Mississippians with Diabetes is underway by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. MPB's Patty Davis reports.
Wicker Calls For a 72 Hour Look, Before a Final Vote on Senate Healthcare Reform
Senate healthcare reform is in negotiations this week and one Mississippi Senator is asking that Americans get a good look at the results before a final vote is taken. Patty Davis reports.
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