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Aging & Elder Health Week


Susan Hasty, Publisher
Table of Contents . . . August 2nd, 2009
Non-Subscriber - Summaries Only
Related Areas: Other Issues in Aging & Elder Health Week | Other Publications

Aegis Living - Aegis of Granada Hills Wins Award for Best Assisted Living Facility

Aetna Inc. - Aetna Wins Department of Defense Tricare Contract

Aging - Nominate the Parentgivers of the Year

Aging Research - Scientists at La Trobe University release new data on aging research

Allsup - Income at Risk: Unemployment Reaches Nine-Month High for Those with Disabilities, Reports Allsup

Alzheimer Disease - Caffeine reverses memory impairment in Alzheimers mice

Alzheimer Disease - Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health Opens for Business

Alzheimer Disease - Cognition Therapeutics Closes Series a Financing to Advance Drug Candidates for Alzheimer's Disease

Alzheimer Disease - Mayo Clinic Study Finds Earliest Evidence of Memory Decline in Middle-Aged People at Genetic Risk for Alzheimer's Disease

Alzheimer Disease - Recent findings from M.I. Fernandezbachiller and co-authors highlight research in Alzheimer disease

Alzheimer Disease - Reports from University of Liege describe recent advances in Alzheimer disease

Alzheimer Disease - Research from University of Western Australia has provided new data on Alzheimer disease

Alzheimer Disease - Six Scientists Receive Awards for Contributions to Alzheimer's Disease Research

Alzheimer Disease - Studies from University of Pittsburgh provide new data on Alzheimer disease

Alzheimer Disease - Studies Presented at International Conference on Alzheimer's Disease Reveal Substantial Economic Costs and Caregiver Burden Associated with Alzheimer's Disease

Alzheimer Disease Therapy - Research from H. Amijee et al has provided new information about Alzheimer disease therapy

Alzheimer's Association - Brain imaging and proteins in spinal fluid may improve Alzheimer's prediction and diagnosis

Alzheimer's Association - Three New Studies Give Clear Guidance on How to Better Recruit Volunteers for Alzheimer's Clinical Studies

Angioplasty - Strategies for Lower Extremity Peripheral Artery Disease Compared

Anxiety Disorders - Study data from Akershus University update knowledge of anxiety disorders

Arcadian Health Plan, Inc. - Arcadian Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Robert Fahlman, to Present at Focus on Healthcare Conference in New York City

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - Research by J.N. Thompson and colleagues in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder provides new insights

Aurora Health Care - Aurora Health Care Sponsors Education Event to Improve Care for the Elderly

Aurora Health Care - Aurora's Milwaukee Hospitals Recognized in US News and World Report

Autoimmune Disease - Scientists at University of Athens report research in autoimmune disease in women

Bone and Mineral Research - Findings from University of Hong Kong, Medical Department in bone and mineral research reported

Bone Research - New findings in bone research described by C.J. Kim and co-researchers

Bone Research - Research findings from University of Cincinnati update understanding of bone research

Bone Research - Researchers at University of Wisconsin publish new data on bone research

Bone Research - Studies from A. Blais and co-researchers yield new data on bone research

Breast Cancer - Data on breast cancer described by E. Ma et al

Breast Cancer - New breast cancer research from University of Oxford outlined

Breast Cancer - Research conducted at C.R. Eheman and co-authors has provided new information about breast cancer

Breast Cancer - Researchers from University of Melbourne provide details of new studies and findings in the area of breast cancer

Breast Cancer Screening - Research conducted by L.R. Mobley and co-researchers has updated our knowledge about breast cancer screening

Breast Cancer Therapy - Data on breast cancer therapy reported by researchers at Federal University

CardioNet - CardioNet, Inc. Announces Highmark Medicare Services Reimbursement Reduction Regarding CPT Code 93229

Cochlear Implants - Studies from University of Miami describe new findings in cochlear implants

Council for Quality Respiratory Care CQRC - Home Oxygen Leaders Applaud Introduction of Medicare Home Oxygen Therapy Act in the U.S. House; Urge Congress to Include Legislation in Health Reform Package

Dementia - A 'Heart Healthy' Diet and Ongoing, Moderate Physical Activity May Protect Against Cognitive Decline as We Age

Dementia - Doctors Talk Frankly About What Encourages and Impedes Early Diagnosis of Alzheimer's

Dementia - Research on dementia discussed by scientists at University of Texas

Dementia - Studies in the area of dementia reported from University of Extremadura

Depression - Scientists at Butler Hospital release new data on depression

Diet and Nutrition - Data on diet and nutrition detailed by researchers at University of Copenhagen

Diet and Nutrition - Studies from Boston University in the area of diet and nutrition published

DocSite, LLC - Growing Number of State Medical Associations Offer DocSite PQRI to Members

Elan Corporation - Elan and Transition Therapeutics Announce Phase 1 Data Showing ELND005 Achieves Desired Concentrations in Brain Tissue and Cerebrospinal Fluid

Epidemiology - Recent findings from Boston University, Department of Epidemiology highlight research in epidemiology

Epidemiology - Studies from Oslo University College in the area of epidemiology described

Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency - Solvay Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Announces Commercial Availability of CREON(R) (Pancrelipase) Delayed-Release Capsules First and only FDA-approved therapy for exocrine pancreatic insuf

Extend Health, Inc. - Extend Health Adds Two Executives to Senior Leadership Team

Eye Research - Recent studies from Keio University add new data to eye research

Femoral Fracture - New femoral fracture study findings have been reported by researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery

GE Capital, Healthcare Financial Services - GE Capital Agents $97.5 Million Credit Facility to Univita Health Inc.

Genworth Financial, Inc. - Genworth Financial Simplifies the Process of Purchasing Affordable Long Term Care Insurance for Alabama AARP Members

Genworth Financial, Inc. - Genworth Financial Simplifies the Process of Purchasing Affordable Long Term Care Insurance for Arkansas AARP Members

Genworth Financial, Inc. - Genworth Financial Simplifies the Process of Purchasing Affordable Long Term Care Insurance for Colorado AARP Members

Genworth Financial, Inc. - Genworth Financial Simplifies the Process of Purchasing Affordable Long Term Care Insurance for Georgia AARP Members

Genworth Financial, Inc. - Genworth Financial Simplifies the Process of Purchasing Affordable Long Term Care Insurance for Idaho AARP Members

Genworth Financial, Inc. - Genworth Financial Simplifies the Process of Purchasing Affordable Long Term Care Insurance for Illinois AARP Members

Genworth Financial, Inc. - Genworth Financial Simplifies the Process of Purchasing Affordable Long Term Care Insurance for Iowa AARP Members

Genworth Financial, Inc. - Genworth Financial Simplifies the Process of Purchasing Affordable Long Term Care Insurance for Louisiana AARP Members

Genworth Financial, Inc. - Genworth Financial Simplifies the Process of Purchasing Affordable Long Term Care Insurance for Minnesota AARP Members

Genworth Financial, Inc. - Genworth Financial Simplifies the Process of Purchasing Affordable Long Term Care Insurance for Mississippi AARP Members

Genworth Financial, Inc. - Genworth Financial Simplifies the Process of Purchasing Affordable Long Term Care Insurance for Nebraska AARP Members

Genworth Financial, Inc. - Genworth Financial Simplifies the Process of Purchasing Affordable Long Term Care Insurance for New Mexico AARP Members

Genworth Financial, Inc. - Genworth Financial Simplifies the Process of Purchasing Affordable Long Term Care Insurance for North Dakota AARP Members

Genworth Financial, Inc. - Genworth Financial Simplifies the Process of Purchasing Affordable Long Term Care Insurance for South Dakota AARP Members

Genworth Financial, Inc. - Genworth Financial Simplifies the Process of Purchasing Affordable Long Term Care Insurance for Virginia AARP Members

Genworth Financial, Inc. - Genworth Financial Simplifies the Process of Purchasing Affordable Long Term Care Insurance for Wyoming AARP Members

Geriatric Psychiatry - Scientists at University of California release new data on geriatric psychiatry

Glaucoma - Studies from University of Sao Paulo, Department of Ophthalmology update current data on glaucoma

Health and Medicine - Study findings from S. Duddempudi et al broaden understanding of health and medicine

Heart Failure - Researchers from Pennsylvania State University report on findings in heart failure

Humanetics Corporation - Safety and Cognitive Stability Are Key Findings in Phase IIA Trial of New Alzheimer's Disease Treatment from Humanetics Corporation

Hypertension - Research from A.J. Sirkin and colleagues has provided new data on hypertension

Hypertension - Research reports from H. Yokokawa and co-authors provide new insights into hypertension

Hypertension - Researchers at Erasmus University publish new data on hypertension

iGuard.org - iGuard.org Expands Reach of Medication Safety Alerts and Recalls to Microsoft HealthVault Members

Immunotherapy - A Phase III Alzheimer's Drug Increases Levels of Beta Amyloid in the Brain - but Still Provides Benefits

Iron Deficiency - University of Sao Paulo publishes research in iron deficiency

JAMA and Archives Journals - Medicare expenditures decrease for glaucoma surgery as number of procedures increases

Kidneys - Study results from University of Utah update understanding of kidneys

Laryngectomy - Research reports from A. Schindler and co-authors provide new insights into laryngectomy

Leprechaun, LLC - Susan E. Rawlings Named Chief Executive Officer of Leprechaun, LLC

Lexington Health Care - Lexington Health Care Names New Chief Executive Officer

Life Sciences - Aerobic Activity May Keep the Brain Young

Life Sciences - Investigators at Rabin Medical Center zero in on life sciences

Life Sciences - New data from Indiana University illuminate research in life sciences

Life Sciences - Research from University of Helsinki has provided new information about life sciences

Life Sciences - Researchers at Medical School target life sciences

Life Sciences - Studies conducted at University of Bern on life sciences recently published

Lumalier Corporation - Healthcare Reform and Green Initiatives Trigger Explosive Growth in UV Disinfection Technologies

Malnutrition - New malnutrition research from Maastricht University described

Marketing and Licensing Agreements - Physician Hospitals (PHA) Responds to TIME Magazine Article: Filled With 'Incorrect Assumption and Innuendo'

Massachusetts General Hospital - Study may explain why HIV progresses faster in women than in men with same viral load

MassMutual - National Television Documentary Finds Fear Mixed With Newfound Optimism Among Americans Approaching Retirement

MedAssets, Inc. - MedAssets' CMO to Address Healthcare Industry Challenges of Physician Alignment, Never Events and Pay for Performance at AHRMM09

Medical Decision Making - New findings from M. Galesic and co-authors describe advances in medical decision making

Medicare and Medicaid - 'Keep Up With Checkups' Puts Prevention First

Medicare and Medicaid - A New Government-Run Plan Would Impose Significant Financial Losses on California Hospitals

Medicare and Medicaid - Allscripts e-prescribing Tool to Be Offered on New AMA Web Solution

Medicare and Medicaid - CMS Selects TrailBlazer Health Enterprises to Administer Medicare Program in Arkansas, Louisiana and Mississippi

Medicare and Medicaid - Congressmen Mike Ross and Kendrick Meek Introduce Bill to Protect Medicare Patients Who Require Medical Oxygen Therapy at Home

Medicare and Medicaid - Diabetic Care Services Awarded HQAA Accreditation

Medicare and Medicaid - Endoscopic Technologies to Pay U.S. $1.4 Million to Resolve Allegations of Medicare Fraud

Medicare and Medicaid - Full Transcript of House Democrats' Press Conference on Introduction of Health Care Legislation

Medicare and Medicaid - House Democrat's Health Care Reform Bill Is a 1,018-Page Nightmare

Medicare and Medicaid - Kaiser Permanente Survey Shows Seniors Embrace Internet to Manage Their Health

Medicare and Medicaid - National Advocacy Organization Representing Home Oxygen Patients Praises Introduction of Medicare Home Oxygen Therapy Act

Medicare and Medicaid - New findings from V. Myckowiak and co-researchers in the area of medicare and medicaid described

Medicare and Medicaid - New Lewin Report Shows Need for National Medicaid Out-of-Network Claims Policy

Medicare and Medicaid - New Survey Highlights Emotional, Financial Toll Multi-Generational Tobacco Use Takes on Parents Sandwiched In Between

Medicare and Medicaid - Northeast Health Care Quality Foundation QIO Uses Milliman Care Guidelines(R) for Medicare, Medicaid Reviews

Medicare and Medicaid - Providence Service Corporation Comments on U.S. Court of Appeals' Decision to Uphold Federal Injunction Blocking California's 10% Cut in Medi-Cal Payments

Medicare and Medicaid - Radiology Benefit Management Could Save Medicare up to $18 Billion Over 10 Years

Medicare and Medicaid - Research from Northwestern University provides new data on medicare and medicaid

Medicare and Medicaid - State Budget Will Hurt Care in Skilled Nursing Facilities

Menopause - Bionovo's Estrogen Receptor Beta Selective Drugs Have Unique Gene Expression and Cell Type Specificity

Menopause - Menopause Is More Than a Hot Flash

Menopause - Reports from Harvard University add new data to research in menopause

Menopause - Study Evaluating Efficacy and Safety of Two Low-dose Regimens of PREMARIN Vaginal Cream for the Treatment of Moderate to Severe Vaginal Atrophy Now Published

NaviNet, Inc. - Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island Selects NaviNet for Web-based Provider Communications

Obesity - New obesity study results from J.P. Reis et al described

Osteoporosis - Findings from University Hospital broaden understanding of osteoporosis

Osteoporosis - New osteoporosis study findings recently were reported by K.A. Coulson and co-researchers

Osteoporosis - Researchers at University of Regina have published new data on osteoporosis

Osteoporosis - Researchers from Purdue University detail findings in osteoporosis

Osteoporosis Clinical Trial - New findings from H.C. Hoeck and co-authors in the area of osteoporosis clinical trial published

Osteoporosis Risk Factors - Research conducted at University Medical Center, Department of Endocrinology has provided new information about osteoporosis risk factors

Osteoporosis Risk Factors - Research from University of Tokushima in the area of osteoporosis risk factors described

Osteosarcoma - New findings from Shimane University in the area of osteosarcoma described

Pathology and Laboratory Medicine - Recent findings from University of Minnesota highlight research in pathology and laboratory medicine

Pathway Genomics - Pathway Genomics Brings Together Renowned Team of Entrepreneurs, Scientists, Physicians, and a Government Certified Lab to Offer Personal Genetics Services

Pediatrics - Caring for Elderly Parents Is Tougher During Hard Times

Pediatrics - New Five-Question Test Helps Assess Asthma Control in Children Under Five Years of Age

Pfizer Inc - Pfizer Announces New Phase 1 Data From Two Novel Compounds for Alzheimer's Disease At ICAD Annual Meeting

Pharmaceutical Care Management Association - PCMA Written Testimony for the U.S. Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Consumer Protection, Product Safety, and Insurance Hearing: "Competition in the Health Care Marketplace"

Pharmaceuticals - AMN Healthcare Names New Chief Financial Officer

Pharmaceuticals - Center for Medicines & Healthy Aging(C) and BidRx(R) Partner to Help Consumers Save on Prescription Medications

Pharmaceuticals - Scientists at Charles University discuss research in pharmaceuticals

Pharmaceuticals - The National Council on Aging and CVS/pharmacy Educate Tampa Seniors on Medication Management and How to Save Money on Prescription Drugs

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome - Research reports from L.W. Cho and co-authors provide new insights into polycystic ovarian syndrome

Psychiatry - Research from University of Gothenburg, Sahlgrenska Academy in the area of psychiatry published

Psychosocial - Research conducted at University of London has provided new information about psychosocial

Quality of Life - Data on quality of life detailed by researchers at National Cheng-Kung University

Rehabilitation Research - Scientists at Seoul National University discuss research in rehabilitation research

Rehabilitation Research - Scientists at University of Texas detail research in rehabilitation research

Rheumatology - Researchers from University of Nijmegen, Department of Rheumatology detail findings in rheumatology

SorbaShock, Llc - Revolutionary Floor Product to Help Reduce Injury Due to Falls

Stroke Rehabilitation - New findings in stroke rehabilitation described from Dalhousie University

Stroke Rehabilitation - Studies from University of Toledo add new findings in the area of stroke rehabilitation

Surgery - Apic Announces Ambulatory Care Infection Prevention Resources

Surgery - Northwestern Memorial Among America's Best Hospitals in 11 Clinical Specialties According to U.S. News' 2009 Rankings

The A.M. McGregor Group - The McGregor Group to Reopen Overlook House in Cleveland as a New Nursing Facility

The Caring Space.com - Leading Senior Care Destination TheCaringSpace.com Launches ElderCare Library and Care Community

The SCAN Foundation - New Report Offers Policy Recommendations for Including Long-Term Care Services in Health Care Reform

Transplantation - Investigators at University of Maryland, Medical Department publish new data on transplantation

Ulcerative Colitis - New ulcerative colitis data have been reported by scientists at Washington University

UnitedHealth Group - UnitedHealth Group, Cisco Launch Connected Care, First National Telehealth Network to Expand Health Care Access

University of California - Irvine - Drug rescues memory lost to Alzheimer's disease

Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center - Regular moderate alcohol intake has cognitive benefits in older adults

WellPoint, Inc. - WellPoint State Sponsored Business President Appointed Advisory Board Member of the HIMSS Board of Directors

Fitch Ratings - Fitch Downgrades Health Net's IDR to 'BB-'; Outlook Negative

Fitch Ratings - Fitch: Humana's Ratings Unchanged Following TRICARE Announcement

Research and Markets - Exciting New Report on Opportunities in Menopausal Treatments - Will New Therapies Overtake Hormone Replacement?



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