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Adverse Drug Reactions - Helicon Study of HT-0712 on Primate Memory Formation Reveals Significant Enhancement
Adverse Drug Reactions - Medivation Announces Publication In the Lancet of Dimebon Pivotal Trial Results In Alzheimers Disease
Ageing - New ageing study findings have been published by scientists at Brown University
Ageing - Study data from University of Wisconsin provide new insights into ageing
Alzheimer Disease - University of Paris reports research in Alzheimer disease
AmeriChoice - AmeriChoice by UnitedHealthcare Announces Clinical Appointments
Angioplasty - Findings from Z. Cao et al in angioplasty reported
Angiotensins - Recent findings from S. Yasar and co-authors highlight research in angiotensins
Antibody Engineering - Intravenous Gammaglobulin (IVIG) plus Rituximab Improves Chances for Successful Transplantation in High Immunologic-Risk Patients
Applied Ergonomics - Findings from M. Takahashi and co-researchers advance knowledge in applied ergonomics
Arizona State University - Study outlines measures to limit effects of pandemic flu on nursing homes
Arthritis - Reports summarize arthritis study results from University of Gothenburg, Sahlgrenska Academy
Arthritis - Studies in the area of arthritis reported from Vanderbilt University, Medical Department
Assisted Living Federation of America - ASSISTED LIVING: the Model for Person-Centered Long Term Care
Association of Area Agencies on Aging; SNAPforSeniors - National Association of Area Agencies on Aging Rolls out Nationwide Senior Housing Resource During Annual Meeting in Nashville
Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center - Aurora St. Luke's Announces Construction of Rooftop Healing Garden and Conservatory
Blood Pressure - Reports summarize blood pressure research from University of Florence
Bone Research - New data from Karolinska University illuminate research in bone research
Bone Research - Research from E. Seeman and colleagues has provided new data on bone research
Bone Research - Researchers from University of Lausanne publish findings in bone research
Bone Research - Study findings on bone research are outlined in reports from B.H. Mullin and colleagues
Breast Cancer - Data on breast cancer published by researchers at National Cancer Institute
Breast Cancer - New breast cancer study findings have been reported by scientists at University of California
Breast Cancer - Research conducted at Brigham and Women's Hospital has updated our knowledge about breast cancer
Breast Cancer - Research in the area of breast cancer reported from R.L. Prentice and colleagues
Breast Cancer - Study findings from V. Cappelletti et al provide new insights into breast cancer
Cancer - Findings from University of Oslo advance knowledge in cancer
Cancer - Research reports from Gifu University, Medical Department provide new insights into cancer
Cancer - Researchers from Technical University detail findings in cancer
Clinical Pharmacology - Data from University of Pennsylvania, Medical Department advance knowledge in clinical pharmacology
Colitis - New colitis study results reported from S. Zervoudis et al
Colon Cancer - Study data from O. Ganry and colleagues update understanding of colon cancer
Craniocerebral Trauma - New findings from Alfred Hospital in the area of craniocerebral trauma described
Crocs, Inc. - Top U.S. Government Agency Validates Benefits of Croslite Material
Cytokines - Researchers from University of Turku describe findings in cytokines
Deep Vein Thrombosis - New deep vein thrombosis study findings have been published by scientists at Ottawa Hospital
Dementia - Reports from Harvard University, Medical Department advance knowledge in dementia
Dementia - Research from A.J. Bharucha and co-authors in the area of dementia published
Dementia - Research from C.A. Szekely and co-authors in the area of dementia published
Dementia - Research reports from University of Virginia provide new insights into dementia
Dementia - Studies from L. Volicer and co-authors have provided new information about dementia
DestinationRx, Inc - DestinationRx Launches Drug Trends Today Blog
Dialysis - Fresenius Medical Care Launches Night-time Dialysis Programs In Perimeter-marietta Area of Metro Atlanta
Dialysis - Fresenius Medical Care Opens State-of-the-Art Dialysis Treatment Center in Lewisburg, TN
Drug Resistance - Findings from Replidyne, Inc. broaden understanding of drug resistance
Drug Resistance - Reports from R. Wolf and colleagues advance knowledge in drug resistance
Emory University - Chest pain center accreditation linked with better outcomes in heart attack patients
Endometrial Cancer - Data on endometrial cancer reported by N.E. Allen and co-researchers
Endometrial Cancer - Researchers at University of Edinburgh, Medical Department release new data on endometrial cancer
Endometriosis - MEDITRINA PHARMACEUTICALS, INC. OPENS INVESTIGATIONAL NEW DRUG (IND) APPLICATION FOR PHASE IIB CLINICAL TRIAL WITH MPI-676 IN ENDOMETRIOSIS - Approval of Second IND Marks Major Corporate Milestone and A
Enzyme Research - Investigators at University of Florida, Medical Department target enzyme research
European Society of Cardiology - Heart disease is linked to worse mental processes that, in turn, predict the onset of dementia
Fitch Ratings - Fitch Affirms Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Alaska Foundation Bonds at 'A'; Outlook Stable
Fitch Ratings - Fitch Rates Memorial Health System, Indiana $78.4MM 2008 Revs 'AA-'; Outlook Stable
General Dynamics Information Technology - General Dynamics Information Technology Completes Acquisition of ViPS, Inc.
Gerontology - Researchers at Ball State University publish new data on gerontology
Health and Society - Data on health and society described by researchers at University of Utah
Heart Disease Epidemiology - Reports on heart disease epidemiology findings from University of Tsukuba provide new insights
Heart Failure - New heart failure findings from University of Pisa described
Hormone Replacement Therapy - New findings from M.H. Birkhauser and co-researchers in the area of hormone replacement therapy described
Hormone Replacement Therapy - New hormone replacement therapy data have been reported by D.E. Jacobsen and co-authors
Hormone Replacement Therapy - New hormone replacement therapy study findings have been published by Y.W. Chiu and colleagues
Hormones - Investigators at Laval University, Research Center zero in on hormones
Hormones - Researchers from University of Turku detail new studies and findings in the area of hormones
Hypercapnia - Research from University of Toronto in hypercapnia provides new insights
Hypertension - Recent studies by J. Tang and co-authors add new data to hypertension findings
Hypertension Prevention - Scientists at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Division of Cardiology target hypertension prevention
Immunization - Scientists at Catholic University detail research in immunization
Life Sciences - Healthcare Facilities Slow to Adopt E-Health Records Despite Improvements in Patient Care
Life Sciences - New findings from Duke University in the area of life sciences published
Life Sciences - Recent studies from University of Jyvaskyla, Department of Biology of Physical Activity add new data to life sciences
Life Sciences - Reports outline life sciences study results from University of Nottingham
Life Sciences - Research on life sciences detailed by scientists at University of Louisville
Life Sciences - Scientists at University of Turku target life sciences
Life Sciences - Studies from D.M. Wang and colleagues provide new data on life sciences
Life Sciences - Studies from Vestfold University College in the area of life sciences published
LTC Financial Partners Llc - Millions of Americans Face $100,000-Plus Annual Hit for College and Long-Term-Care Combo
Lung Cancer Therapy - Investigators at Regina Elena Cancer Institute, Division of Medical Oncology release new data on lung cancer therapy
MedAppz, LLC - MedAppz Selected as EHR Provider for Maryland Health Care Commission EHR Adoption Initiative
Medical Management - Researchers from University of Texas report recent findings in medical management
Medicare and Medicaid - Bravo Health Membership Surpasses 200,000
Medicare and Medicaid - Century Foundation Announces New Working Group on Medicare Reform
Medicare and Medicaid - CMS Awards National Supplier Clearinghouse Contract to Palmetto GBA
Medicare and Medicaid - Mercy Health Plans Announces New Name for Their Medicare Advantage Plans: Mercy Medicare Advantage
Medicare and Medicaid - New medicare and medicaid research from C.L. Roumie and colleagues discussed
Medicare and Medicaid - New medicare and medicaid study findings have been reported from National Cancer Institute
Medicare and Medicaid - New York Takes Steps to Bring Healthcare Coverage to More Residents
MedSolutions MedSolutions - MedSolutions Supports GAO Recommendations Regarding Prior Authorization for High-Tech Imaging Under Medicare
Menopause - New findings from Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Trust in the area of menopause published
Menopause - New menopause research from Gothenburg University, Sahlgrenska Academy described
Menopause - Research on menopause described by scientists at Louisiana State University
Menopause - Studies from Prince of Wales Hospital in the area of menopause described
Menopause Therapy - Findings in menopause therapy reported from University of Pennsylvania
Mental Health - Reports summarize mental health study results from National Institute of Mental Health
MetLife Foundation - The National Alliance for Caregiving and MetLife Foundation Honor Innovative Programs that Make a Difference
NDSI Healthcare, Inc. - NDSI Healthcare Announces Launch of Next Generation Home Care Agency Software Solutions
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer - New findings from F. Oshita and co-authors in the area of non-small cell lung cancer published
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer - Studies in the area of non-small cell lung cancer reported from Medical University of South Carolina
Norvax - Norvax Joins With WellPoint to Introduce New Senior Quoting Feature
Nursing - Research from Eindhoven University of Technology in nursing provides new insights
Nursing Research - Researchers from Illinois Wesleyan University detail new studies and findings in the area of nursing research
Obstetrics - Study results from R. Chattha et al provide new insights into obstetrics
Optima Healthcare Consulting - New Consulting Firm Formed to Help Healthcare Providers Deal With Complex Compliance Issues
Osteoporosis - Research conducted at G. Armbrecht and co-researchers has updated our knowledge about osteoporosis
Osteoporosis - Research on osteoporosis published by E.M. Lewlecki et al
Osteoporosis - Research on osteoporosis published by scientists at Niigata City General Hospital
Osteoporosis - Researchers from Paris Descartes University detail new studies and findings in the area of osteoporosis
Osteoporosis - Studies from Lund University have provided new information about osteoporosis
Pain Management - Researchers from University of Louisville report recent findings in pain management
Pancreatic Cancer - Research conducted at University of Alabama has updated our knowledge about pancreatic cancer
Papillary Cancer - Research from J.F.C. Tomee and co-authors yields new data on papillary cancer
Parkinson Disease - New Parkinson disease research from Z. Ganor et al outlined
Pharmaceutical Care Management Association - PCMA President and CEO Mark Merritt Testifies Before House Oversight & Government Reform Committee on Medicare Part D
Purdue University - Political borders, health-care issues complicate pandemic planning
Rehabilitation Research - Investigators at University of Brescia target rehabilitation research
Rehabilitation Research - New findings reported from L. Denti and co-authors describe advances in rehabilitation research
Rehabilitation Research - Research from University of Jyvaskyla yields new findings on rehabilitation research
ResCare - ResCare Acquires Multi-State Home Care Provider
Risk Management and Patient Safety Institute - The Risk Management and Patient Safety Institute Announces 2008/2009 Annual Risk Management Conference, Dates
Signature Hospital Corporation - Real-Time Reporting and Analysis Paves the Way to Safer Patient Care
Sleep Apnea - Studies from H.E. Resnick and colleagues provide new data on sleep apnea
Sleep Deprivation - Research from University of Turku in the area of sleep deprivation described
Sleep Deprivation - Research reports on sleep deprivation from Jawaharlal Nehru University provide new insights
Surgery - New surgery research from University of Colorado described
Surgery - Reports outline surgery study results from G. Ailawadi et al
Surgery - Research from University Medical Center in the area of surgery published
Tenet Healthcare Corporation - Tenet Announces Multi-Year Agreement with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida
The California Academy of Family Physicians - Family Physicians Laud Congress on Medicare Veto Override; Call on CA Legislators to Similarly Rescind Medi-Cal Cuts
Theragenics Corporation - Medicare Act Extending Longstanding Reimbursement Policy for Brachytherapy Seeds Through 2009 Enacted into Law
Type 2 Diabetes - Colorado Business Group on Health (CBGH) Releases Report on the State of Diabetes in Colorado
U.S. Department of Justice - Missouri Health Care System to Pay U.S. $60 Million to Settle False Claims Act Allegations
University of Bonn - Hyperactive immune resistance brings blindness in old age
University of Florida - Long-term care fraught with uncertainties for elderly baby boomers
University of Michigan Health System - Pandemic flu: Most nursing homes don't have a plan
Vocollect Healthcare Systems, Inc. - TeleHealth Services and Vocollect Healthcare Systems Announce Reseller Agreement
Washington University School of Medicine - Exercise could be the heart's fountain of youth
Wildwood - Texans to Join the Latest Health Trend: Wildwood Organics Introduces San Antonio, Houston and Austin to Probiotic Soymilk(TM)
Yale University - Elderly falls cut by 11 percent with education and intervention
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