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To: Carolyn who wrote (120)	10/22/1999 1:31:00 PM
From: Sarkie	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 2437

The Health Network Signs Distribution Deal With Charter Communications, #4 Ranked MSO PR Newswire - October 14, 1999 10:03 Number One Television Health Network Extends Lead LOS ANGELES, Oct. 14 /PRNewswire/ -- The Health Network, the leading consumer-health destination on television and the Internet, today announced a distribution agreement with Charter Communications Inc. under which The Health Network will be distributed over Charter's cable systems in selected markets. "We are delighted that they have chosen to add The Health Network," said Lindsay Gardner, Executive Vice President of Affiliate Sales and Distribution for FOX Channels Group, which manages The Health Network. "This clearly acknowledges the strength of our product, at the same time it demonstrates Charter's recognition of how important this category is becoming. There is a tremendous demand for credible health news and information on the part of television viewers and we are very pleased to help Charter meet that demand." With this announcement, The Health Network extends its lead in the health category. Charter has agreed to launch the service in a significant number of homes. The announcement follows closely on the heels of the recent deal between The Health Network and AT&T Broadband and Internet Services. The Health Network is also carried by DirecTV to all 5.5 million of its customers, and by Cablevision Systems to more than three million of its customers. The Health Network is the only health channel with substantial subscriber commitments from any of the top ten MSO's. When pending acquisitions are completed, Charter will be the fourth largest cable television system operator in the United States based on customers served, serving approximately 6.2 million customers. "The Health Network will bring our customers an important programming category -- health -- and will enhance the value of Charter's offerings," Jerald L. Kent, president and CEO of Charter Communications. "This is part of our ongoing commitment to providing high quality programming to our customers -- programming that truly meets their needs." About Charter Charter, a Wired World company, is among the country's leading broadband communications companies. Following the close of all pending transactions, Charter will serve more than 6.2 million customers. Charter was ranked as the eighth fastest growing company in the United States by Inc. magazine on its 1998 Inc. 500 list. Charter offers an array of services including cable television under the Charter brand; high speed Internet access via Charter Pipeline; advanced digital video programming services under the Charter Digital Cable brand and Charter PagingT. Headquartered in St. Louis, MO, Charter was acquired by Paul G. Allen in 1998. More information about Charter can be accessed on the Internet at www.chartercom.com . The Health Network The Health Network is the leading consumer-health destination on television and the Internet, where individuals can find the information they need to make more informed decisions about their health. Doctors and other health experts provide credible, easy-to-understand health news and information 24 hours a day. Television programming ranges from shows dealing with the particular interests of health-related communities-such as parents, women and those with heart concerns-to shows about nutrition and fitness. Individuals can get more in-depth information and interact with the doctors, experts and other individuals through the Internet at TheHealthNetwork.com. Available in more than 17.5 million homes via cable and satellite and millions more on the Web, The Health Network is operated by FOX Networks, part of the FOX Entertainment Group (NYSE: FOX). SOURCE The Health Network /CONTACT: Cynthia Sucher of The Health Network, 407-224-6903, or csucher@TheHealthNetwork.com , or Ross Moonie or Tim Paul, of Schneider Integrated, 212-402-5455, or ross@schneiderintegrated.com , both for The Health Network/ /Web site: chartercom.com / /Web site: thehealthnetwork.com /