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Simple Steps Get Walkers Moving
Improved pedestrian routes and formation of walking groups pay off, study finds

Most Who Want Swine Flu Shot Can’t Get It
CDC says 38 million doses now available, with 8 million more due next week

School Violence Drops With Federal Program
Participating districts report safer campuses and communities

Rest Easy. When It Comes to Swine Flu, Your Pet Is Safe
Recent reports of H1N1 in a cat or pigs are likely very rare, experts say

Swine Flu Virus Dominant Strain Worldwide: WHO
Agency says pathogen continues to target younger adults, producing mild-to-moderate illness

FDA Initiative Seeks to Reduce Accidental Overdoses
The program will enlist health-care workers, drug makers, consumers, patients

Severe Swine Flu Can Kill Young, Old Alike
Seniors may carry some immunity, but more likely to die if hospitalized, study finds

CDC Urges Patience As More Swine Flu Shots Arrive
Total should near 42 million by week's end; more health-care workers getting vaccine

FDA Issues Warning for Diabetes Drug
Reports of kidney problems for those using Byetta prompted action

One Dose of Swine Flu Vaccine Works for Pregnant Women
Young children need two doses, spaced several weeks apart, U.S. health officials say