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Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay:

Over 5 million college students in the U.S. lack coverage under their parents' health insurance plans. Most colleges try to fill this gap by offering a school-sponsored health insurance plan. But a school's seal of approval does not mean the plan will be sufficient in a time of need. In fact, better options may be available elsewhere. Students and parents should thoroughly examine the plan ...

Health care costs for retired state workers are now projected to be $8.5 billion in the long term, about 40 percent lower than originally estimated, Pennsylvania's budget chief said Friday.

Local governments say a proposal to study health benefits for retirees is really a "Trojan horse" that will protect forever free or nearly free lifetime health insurance for retired government workers.

May 9 (Bloomberg) -- Canada's federal government alerted regional health officials after a Via Rail train traveling to Toronto from Vancouver was put under quarantine because one person died and other passengers fell ill.

Health care providers and service companies mostly fell with the market Friday, with insurers taking some of the biggest losses.

The Jockey Club has formed a committee to study equine health, including track safety and the rules of racing, five days after the death of the filly Eight Belles at the Kentucky Derby.

Title: Health Highlights: May 8, 2008 Category: Health News Created: 5/9/2008 2:00:00 AM Last Editorial Review: 5/9/2008

Dirty water, no food and long exposure to the sun are just a few of the serious health issues survivors of the Myanmar cyclone are facing.

Health care equipment and supply stocks fell in early trading Friday, in line with the broader market, as oil prices surged and hefty losses at insurer American International Group renewed concerns about the health of the financial industry.