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Table of Contents . . . May 7th, 2008
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ACTS Retirement Life Communities - PA-Based ACTS Retirement-Life Communities Announces Agreement to Acquire Carlton Cove in Huntsville, Alabama
Adult Well-Being Services - '2008 Caregiving Conferences' Come to Wayne County, Offering Free Workshops and Resources in Canton and Taylor Locations
Aging - New aging study findings reported from Wesleyan University
Angiotensins - Studies from Vanderbilt University provide new data on angiotensins
Angiotensins - Study results from Y.T. Lee and colleagues in the area of angiotensins published
Atherosclerosis - Research from R. Marfella and co-authors in the area of atherosclerosis published
Biochemistry - Research on biochemistry detailed by scientists at Institute of Medical Biochemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy
Blood Pressure - Report summarizes blood pressure study findings from A.M. Dart and co-researchers
Breast Cancer - Findings from O.E. Young and co-authors broaden understanding of breast cancer
Breast Cancer - Mammography may be beneficial to all women, regardless of age
Breast Cancer - New breast cancer data have been reported by S. Abbas and co-authors
Breast Cancer - New data from M.E. Stokes et al illuminate research in breast cancer
Breast Cancer - Researchers from Turku University detail new studies and findings in the area of breast cancer
Breast Cancer - Researchers' work from University of Texas focuses on breast cancer
Breast Cancer Risk Factors - Research findings from British Columbia Cancer Agency, Division of Medical Oncology update understanding of breast cancer risk factors
Breast Cancer Therapy - New findings from University of Pittsburgh, Department of Epidemiology describe advances in breast cancer therapy
Breast Cancer Therapy - Studies from University of California, Moores Cancer Center have provided new information about breast cancer therapy
Breckenridge Pharmaceutical, Inc. - Breckenridge Announces Approval of Generic Activella(R)
California Healthcare Institute - California Healthcare Institute to Host Conversation on Healthcare Reform with Former Secretary of State and Leading Economists
Cancer - Doctors Buying Illegally Imported Cancer Drugs, Whistleblower Lawsuit Says, Putting Patients at Risk
Cancer - Support for Patient Navigation Services to Help Cancer Patients
Cancer Prognosis - New cancer prognosis study findings reported from University of Texas, M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Cardiovascular Disease - New study finds adverse effects of estrogen replacement therapy are related to the dose
Cardiovascular Disease - Research conducted at P.G. Masse and co-authors has provided new information about cardiovascular disease
Chemotherapy - Recent findings from Gifu University, First Department of Internal Medicine highlight research in chemotherapy
Clinical Trial Research - Reports summarize clinical trial research from University of Texas
Clinical Trial Research - Research from University of Kansas has provided new information about clinical trial research
Coalition to Protect Choice in Senior Living - New National Survey: 84% of Americans Over 50 Expect a Family Member to Move into an Assisted Living Community Within the Next 10 Years
Colon Cancer - Findings in colon cancer reported from Harvard University
Dementia - Research from J.M. Villalpandoberumen and co-researchers in the area of dementia described
Dementia - Research results from V.L. Lamb and co-authors update knowledge of dementia
Developmental Disabilities - Studies from Widener University further understanding of developmental disabilities
Diabetes - Researchers from Medical University of Vienna report recent findings in diabetes
Diabetes - Study findings from University of Sydney provide new insights into diabetes
Diabetes - Study: Health 'shocks' diminish wealth more later in life
Erectile Dysfunction - Studies from O. Kayigil et al in the area of erectile dysfunction described
Fitch Ratings - Fitch Rates Hannibal Regional Hospital (Missouri) 2006 & 2007 Rev Bonds 'A-' Underlying
Five Star Quality Care, Inc. - Five Star Quality Care, Inc. Appoints Francis R. Murphy III as Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer
Geriatrics - Research conducted at N.R. Desai and co-researchers has updated our knowledge about geriatrics
Geriatrics - Researchers at University of Texas release new data on geriatrics
Geriatrics - Scientists at University Medical Center discuss research in geriatrics
Geriatrics - Studies from Duke University, Medical Department provide new data on geriatrics
Health and Society - Researchers' work from Temple University focuses on health and society
Health and Society - Study data from University of Pennsylvania update understanding of health and society
Health Insurance - Health Plan One Closes $6.5 Million Series a Financing
Heart Attack - Amkor Pharma, Inc. Completes All Clinical Activities for Its Phase I Study of Neu2000KL for Treatment of Acute Brain Injury
Heart Bypass Surgery - Research from D.S. Likosky et al broadens understanding of heart bypass surgery
Heart Disease - Research from K.P. Savonen and co-authors yields new data on heart disease
Heart Failure - New heart failure research from J.E. Sisk et al outlined
Heart Failure - Researchers at University of Frankfurt release new data on heart failure
HIV/AIDS - Government and Corporate Support Together Help Africans Battling Malaria, AIDS
Hypertension - New data from Brigham and Women's Hospital illuminate research in hypertension
Hypertension - New hypertension study findings have been reported from R.X. Yin et al
Hypoglycemia - New hypoglycemia study findings have been reported by scientists at University of Catania
Injury Infection and Critical Care - Research from A.A. Damadi and colleagues has provided new data on injury infection and critical care
Life Sciences - Reports outline life sciences study results from La Trobe University
Life Sciences - Researchers from University of Athens, Department of Biological Chemistry detail findings in life sciences
Life Sciences - Studies from Kyushu Dental College, Department of Health further understanding of life sciences
Lung Cancer Prevention - Research conducted at American Cancer Society has provided new information about lung cancer prevention
Managed Care - ValueOptions(R) To Manage Behavioral Health Care in Newly Awarded TennCare Contract with Volunteer State Health Plan
Medical Device Manufacturers Association - Key Industry and Government Officials to Address Medical Technology Executives
Medicare and Medicaid - AARP Commends Illinois U.S. Reps for Voting to Protect People in Medicaid
Medicare and Medicaid - AARP Thanks California's Representatives for Supporting Bill to Protect People in Medicaid
Medicare and Medicaid - AARP Thanks Maryland's Representatives for Supporting Bill to Protect People in Medicaid
Medicare and Medicaid - AARP Thanks New York's Representatives for Supporting Bill to Protect People in Medicaid
Medicare and Medicaid - AARP Thanks Pennsylvania Representatives for Supporting Bill to Protect People in Medicaid
Medicare and Medicaid - Advantica EyeCare Appoints Senior Vice President and Director of Government Affairs
Medicare and Medicaid - American Legacy Foundation Steps Forward to Fight For, Safeguard Ohio's Tobacco Settlement Dollars
Medicare and Medicaid - Boise(R) BEWARE(R) Meets April 1 Federal Medicaid Guidelines Requiring Tamper-Resistant Prescription Paper
Medicare and Medicaid - Data on medicare and medicaid published by B.H. Gilman and colleagues
Medicare and Medicaid - Health Insurance a Key Component in Financial Planning
Medicare and Medicaid - Health Plans Highlight Value of Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans; Urge Congress to Extend Program
Medicare and Medicaid - Maryland Approves Medicaid Reimbursement for ActiPatch(R)
Medicare and Medicaid - Medicare Part D beneficiaries may pay a price for poor knowledge of their Part D benefits
Medicare and Medicaid - Miami Jury Convicts Pharmacy Owner of Medicare Fraud
Medicare and Medicaid - Nation's Front Line Caregivers Praise U.S. Representatives' Opposition to Medicare-Financed Nursing Home Care Cuts
Medicare and Medicaid - New medicare and medicaid data have been reported by scientists at University of Colorado
Medicare and Medicaid - New Medicare and Medicaid Data Released: Featuring Up-To-Date Enrollment Trends, State Initiatives, Regional Market Share and Prescription Drug Benefits
Medicare and Medicaid - New medicare and medicaid study findings have been published by D.D. French and colleagues
Medicare and Medicaid - New White Paper Shows Innovative Geriatric Program Saves Money, Improves Outcomes in Medicare Population
Medicare and Medicaid - Research from Portland State University broadens understanding of medicare and medicaid
Medicare and Medicaid - Savannah's Memorial Health University Medical Center to Pay U.S. $5.08 Million to Resolve Fraud Allegations
Medicare and Medicaid - Sickest patients still struggle under new Medicare Part D benefit
Medicare and Medicaid - Studies from Indiana University, Department of Pediatrics describe new findings in medicare and medicaid
Medicare and Medicaid - Studies from T.R. Park and co-researchers in the area of medicare and medicaid published
Medicare and Medicaid - Taxpayer Group Offers Blueprint for Beating Medicare's Bankruptcy
Medicare and Medicaid - University of Florida details research in medicare and medicaid
Medicare and Medicaid - Video: Antifraud Compliance Getting More Complex for Hospitals
Medicare and Medicaid - WellPoint Appoints Kevin R. Hayden as President of State Sponsored Business
Menopause - BodyLogicMD Opens Hormone Therapy Office in Los Angeles, CA
Menopause - Data on menopause discussed by researchers at University of Modena
Menopause - Studies from B.G. Choi and co-researchers yield new data on menopause
Menopause Risk Factors - Studies conducted at A.M. de Vos et al on menopause risk factors recently published
Menopause Therapy - Researchers from Norwegian Institute of Public Health provide details of new studies and findings in the area of menopause therapy
Mental Health - Findings from University of Maryland in mental health reported
Mental Health - Recent studies by E.M. Howell and co-authors add new data to mental health findings
Mental Health - Researchers from University of Texas publish findings in mental health
Mental Health - Studies from University of California yield new data on mental health
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer - Reports from Royal Marsden Hospital add new data to research in non-small cell lung cancer
Obesity - Study results from H.L. Chen et al provide new insights into obesity
Obesity and Diabetes Risk Factors - Researchers from Center for Family and Community Medicine publish new studies and findings in the area of obesity and diabetes risk factors
Ophthalmology - Reports from University of Bradford describe recent advances in ophthalmology
Osteoporosis - Data on osteoporosis detailed by researchers at Kaiser Permanente
Osteoporosis - FDA Approves New Once-a-Month Dose of Actonel for Postmenopausal Osteoporosis
Parkinson Disease - Studies from Oregon Health & Science University add new findings in the area of Parkinson disease
Parkinson Disease - Study results from Ohio State University provide new insights into Parkinson disease
Periodontal Disease - New periodontal disease research reported from Niigata University
Plagiocephaly - STAR Cranial Centers of Excellence Offer Cutting-Edge Treatment to Dallas Area Children
Public Health - Research from University of California in the area of public health described
Qualitative Health Research - Studies from National University in the area of qualitative health research described
Quality of Life - Studies from University of London, Imperial College provide new data on quality of life
Quality of Life - Studies from University of Rochester have provided new information about quality of life
Rehabilitation Research - New rehabilitation research from University of Connecticut described
Rehabilitation Research - Studies from Monash University update current data on rehabilitation research
SEIU United Healthcare Workers - West - Settlement Reached Between Motion Picture & Television Fund and SEIU UHW
Sensorineural Hearing Loss - Research on sensorineural hearing loss described by scientists at University of Rochester
SunLink Health Systems, Inc. - SunLink Health Systems Acquires Carmichael's Cashway Pharmacy for $24 Million and Completes New $47 Million Credit Facility
Thromboembolism - New thromboembolism research from Technical University of Munich outlined
UnitedHealth Group - UnitedHealth Group Reports First Quarter Results
Weight Gain - Research from L.R. Purslow and co-authors yields new data on weight gain
Women's Health - Researchers from Washington University describe findings in women's health
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