congressman

Lawmaker's death a reminder of surgery risks

Headlines from the Associated Press  Tue, 02/09/2010 - 17:48

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Gallbladder surgery is usually a very safe operation, but a powerful congressman's death is a reminder of the known risks....


 

Congressman fights for patient safety

Seattle Post-Intelligencer: Health and Fitness  Mon, 11/23/2009 - 01:15

A short but fiery speech made on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives has raised the hopes of patient safety advocates across the nation.


 

Activists Focus on Conflicts of Interest Among Doctors With Ties...

washingtonpost.com - Health  Mon, 08/17/2009 - 21:45

You may not be able to trust your mortgage broker, your car salesman or your congressman, but you can trust your doctor.


 

Congress to hold hearing on peanut butter recall

Headlines from the Associated Press  Thu, 01/29/2009 - 16:07

WASHINGTON (AP) -- A congressman has announced the first public hearing on the salmonella outbreak that's being blamed on tainted peanut butter....