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Elder Law Weekly


Susan Hasty, Publisher
Table of Contents . . . November 26th, 2008
Non-Subscriber - Summaries Only
Related Areas: Other Issues in Elder Law Weekly | Other Publications

AgingCare.com - People Caring for Aging Parents Can Win $2,000 of Free Housecleaning

Alameda Alliance for Health - Hill Physicians Medical Group Joins the Alliance CompleteCare Physician Network

Alzheimer Disease - University of Texas publishes research in Alzheimer disease

American Health Care Association - AHCA/NCAL Urge Congress to Protect Senior Care During Healthcare Reform Debate

AmeriHealth Mercy Family of Companies - AmeriHealth Mercy Family of Companies Ranked Among Top 50 in U.S.News & World Report/NCQA Listing

Andrology - Research data from Vrije University Amsterdam update understanding of andrology

Atrophy - Studies from J.A. Simon et al add new findings in the area of atrophy

Biomechanics - Research conducted at R. Aissaoui and co-authors has provided new information about biomechanics

BioMed Central - Computerized carer lessens dementia load

BioMed Central - Dietary sport supplement shows strong effects in the elderly

BioSante Pharmaceuticals, Inc. - Testosterone Effective in Female Sexual Dysfunction; BioSante Conducting Long-Term Safety Study of LibiGel in FSD

Blood Pressure - Study findings from Malmo University, Medical Department broaden understanding of blood pressure

Bone Research - Research on bone research published by scientists at University of Munich

Breast Cancer - Diagenic Announces Launch of First Breast Cancer Gene-Expression Blood Test

Breast Cancer - New breast cancer data have been reported by researchers at Columbia University

Breast Cancer Therapy - Studies from S. Sieri et al in the area of breast cancer therapy described

Carena, Inc. - Study Shows Carena, Inc.'s Medical House Call Service Reduces Employer Health Care Costs

Cervical Cancer - Findings from University of North Carolina provide new insights into cervical cancer

CIGNA - March of Dimes to Announce Pa. State Report Card on Babies During Press Conference 10 a.m. Nov. 12 at CIGNA Headquarters

Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health - General anesthesia for hernia surgery in children and risk of later developmental problems

Cornerstone Financial Partners, Inc. - It's Open Season on Employee Benefits: Financial Professional Recommends Five Questions Every Employee Should Ask During Open Enrollment

Davis Vision, Inc. - Davis Vision, Inc. Names Tom Davis Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer

Dementia - Caring for the caregiver: Redefining the definition of patient

Dementia - Hector Elizondo: Caring for a Loved One with Alzheimer's Dementia

Dementia - This November Celebrate National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month

Depression - Research from Washington University, Department of Psychiatry provides new data on depression

Diet and Nutrition - Studies in the area of diet and nutrition reported from University of Surrey

Drug Resistance - New Report Shows High C-difficile Infection Rates in U.S. Hospitals

Duke University Medical Center - Exercise improves quality of life for heart failure patients

Duke University Medical Center - Exercise is safe, improves outcomes for patients with heart failure

Enzyme Research - New enzyme research study findings have been published by scientists at China Medical University, Division of Infectious Disease

Fitch Ratings - Fitch Rates University Health System of Eastern Carolina's North Carolina 2008 Bds 'AA-' Und

Fitch Ratings - Fitch Upgrades Community Hospital of Monterey Peninsula, California Revs to 'AA-'; Outlook Stable

ForHealth Technologies, Inc. - Alegent Health System Automates I.V. Preparation to Enhance Patient Safety

Genesis HealthCare - Genesis HealthCare Hires Thomas Coffey, R.N. as Regulatory Compliance Manager

Gerontology - Findings from Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Gerontology broaden understanding of gerontology

Greer - Landmark Allergy Study Uncovers Significant Healthcare Savings Associated with Immunotherapy in Children

Hanger Orthopedic Group, Inc. - Hanger Orthopedic Group, Inc. Receives Favorable New Code for WalkAide

Health and Medicine - Reports by R.H. Mehta and co-researchers describe recent advances in health and medicine

HealthAmerica - HealthAmerica and HealthAmerica Advantra Rank Among America's Top 20 Health Plans

HealthLeaders-InterStudy - Southern New Jersey Hospitals Thriving, but Cautious in Light of Market Conditions

HealthPartners - HealthPartners among Best Commercial Health Plans in the Nation for 4th Year in U.S. News/NCQA ''America's Best Health Plans'' 2008

Hearing Loss - Hearing Loss Presents a Significant Challenge for Rising Number of Caregivers

Heart Attack - Research from P.C. Austin and co-authors yields new data on heart attack

Heart Attack - Studies conducted at P.C. Austin et al on heart attack recently published

Heart Disease - Findings in heart disease reported from Yale University, Medical Department

Heart Disease - Reports by D.B. Mark and co-researchers describe recent advances in heart disease

Heart Failure Quality of Care - New heart failure quality of care research from University Hospital, Department of Cardiology outlined

Heart Failure Risk Factors - Scientists at Linkoping University, Department of Cardiology publish new data on heart failure risk factors

HIV/AIDS - Miami Clinic Owner Sentenced to 30 Months in Prison for $10.9 Million Medicare Fraud

HIV/AIDS Therapy - Data on HIV/AIDS therapy published by researchers at Harvard University, Department of Biostatistics

HMS Holdings Corp. - HMS Holdings Corp. to Present at Stephens Inc. Fall Investment Conference

Hormone Replacement Therapy - New hormone replacement therapy study results reported from E. Alatas et al

Humana - Humana Awards $100,000 Grant to Odyssey House

Humana Inc. - Humana to Focus on Preventive Care with 2009 Medicare Plans

Hypertension - Scientists at Nicholas Copernicus University describe research in hypertension

Hypertension - Tekturna®, first approved direct renin inhibitor, effectively lowers high blood pressure in elderly patients

Hypotension Therapy - New hypotension therapy study findings recently were published by researchers at University of Sao Paulo

Immunization - The COSHAR Foundation Urges Parents to Ensure Children Are Up-to-Date on Vaccinations

Ischemia - Findings in ischemia reported from Emory University, Medical Department

Journal of the National Cancer Institute - Calcium plus vitamin D supplementation is not associated with a reduced breast cancer risk

Kaiser Permanente of Georgia - 'U.S. News & World Report' Names Kaiser Permanente Top-Ranked Health Plan in Georgia

Kmart - Kmart Pharmacy Celebrates GoldK Day for Seniors

Life Sciences - AAMC Urges Congress to Stimulate the Economy Through Increased Support for NIH and Medical Education

Life Sciences - Concern, misperceptions describe physician views on CMS Never Event policy, QuantiaMD finds

Life Sciences - Data on life sciences in children published by researchers at Kanazawa University

Life Sciences - New findings from University of New South Wales, Prince of Wales Medical Research Institute in the area of life sciences published

Life Sciences - New life sciences data have been reported by scientists at University of Ottawa, Institute of Population Health

Life Sciences - Reports from Veterans Affairs Medical Center advance knowledge in life sciences

Life Sciences - Research from Juntendo University, Department of Psychiatry has provided new information about life sciences

Life Sciences - Research on life sciences published by J.A. Avila-Funes et al

Life Sciences - Research reports from L. Saastamoinen and co-authors provide new insights into life sciences

Life Sciences - Researchers from Complutense University, Faculty of Biological Sciences detail findings in life sciences

Life Sciences - Researchers from Tufts University, Department of Agriculture report on findings in life sciences

Life Sciences - Researchers from Vanderbilt University report recent findings in life sciences

Life Sciences - Scientists at University of Reading target life sciences

Life Sciences - Studies from Sun Yat-Sen University, Department of Anatomy have provided new information about life sciences

Life Sciences - Study findings from University of Naples broaden understanding of life sciences

LifeSecure Insurance Company - November is Long-Term Care Awareness Month in Mich.

Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated - Ligand Pharmaceuticals Announces Third Quarter Results

LTC Global, Inc. - LTC Global Announces the Acquisition of United Insurance Group

Marketing and Licensing Agreements - Nurture(R) by Steelcase Wins Second Consecutive Nightingale Award for SYNC(TM) Caregiver Workspace Solution

Medicare and Medicaid - ACS Signs $44 Million Contract with State of Florida

Medicare and Medicaid - AMN Survey: Nurses to Have Bigger Impact on Hospital Revenue

Medicare and Medicaid - Audio: Kaiser Permanente is Colorado's Top Commercial and Medicare Plan on U.S. News & World Report/NCQA 'America's Best Health Plans' List

Medicare and Medicaid - Health Alliance Plan's Medicare HMO is Top-Ranked Medicare Plan in Michigan and Top 25 in U.S.

Medicare and Medicaid - Home Oxygen Leaders Commend Sen. Baucus' Efforts to Expand Health Care Access, Warn That Deep Cuts in Oxygen Benefit May Undercut Access

Medicare and Medicaid - Hospitals to Lose an Average $10,000 to $20,000 per Case on Common Cardiovascular Procedures Under Medicare's Value-based Purchasing Program

Medicare and Medicaid - Medicaid Health Plans of America Urges Congress to Pass Economic Recovery Package This Session Featuring Additional Funding for Medicaid

Medicare and Medicaid - Medicare Beneficiaries Can Suit Up, Sweat, and Learn About Blue Shield's Medicare Advantage Plans at Local Malls and Senior Centers

Medicare and Medicaid - Medicare Today Launches National Medicare Prescription Drug Enrollment Awareness Campaign

Medicare and Medicaid - Medicare's Online Tools Will Help Beneficiaries With Prescription Drug and Health Plan Choices for 2009

Medicare and Medicaid - Nevada Gives Final Approval to AMERIGROUP Medicaid Contract

Medicare and Medicaid - New medicare and medicaid in children data have been reported by scientists at Harvard University, Center for Child and Adolescent Health Policy

Medicare and Medicaid - November Is Senior Drug Coverage Awareness Month

Medicare and Medicaid - Preferred Care Gold Ranked Number One Medicare Advantage Health Plan Nationally In U.S. News & World Report/NCQA 'America's Best Health Plans 2008' Listing

Medicare and Medicaid - Researchers from St. Louis University publish findings in medicare and medicaid

Medicare and Medicaid - Service Employees Outraged Over Rendell Spending

Medicare and Medicaid - Study data from Medical University of South Carolina update knowledge of medicare and medicaid

Medicare and Medicaid - Touchstone Health Responds to Economic Slowdown With Cost Savings and Added Benefits on 2009 Plans

Medicare.com - Medicare.com and DestinationRx Form Partnership to Help Seniors Compare and Enroll in 2009 Part D Drug Plans

Meijer - Meijer and Prescription Benefit Manager 4D Team Up to Create Innovative Prescription Insurance Program

Menopause - FDA Approves Low-dose Regimen of PREMARIN Vaginal Cream to Treat Moderate to Severe Postmenopausal Dyspareunia - Painful Sexual Intercourse

Menopause - Findings from K. Heinemann and co-authors provide new insights into menopause

Menopause - New menopause data have been reported by researchers at Northern Illinois University

Menopause - New menopause study results from H. Burger et al described

Menopause - Research results from Trinity College update knowledge of menopause

Menopause Therapy - Research from McGill University, Lady Davis Institute for Medical Research provides new data on menopause therapy

Menstruation - Research by V. Kumari and colleagues in menstruation provides new insights

Mental Health - US FDA Approves 30-Minute Onset of Action for Focalin(R) XR, Bringing Potential Benefits to ADHD Patients During Early Morning Period

Metabolism - Research from Wake Forest University, Medical Department reveals new findings on metabolism

Molina Healthcare, Inc. - Molina Healthcare of Utah Medicaid Plan Ranked among "America's Best"

NaviMedix - AmeriHealth Mercy Family of Companies Selects NaviMedix to Deliver Provider Communications Solutions for Six Medicaid Health Plans Across the Country

Neighborhood Health Plan - NEIGHBORHOOD HEALTH PLAN is ranked #2 in Medicaid and ranked in the top 50 Commercial health plans in America by U.S. News & World Report/NCQA

Neurology - Researchers at University of Cincinnati have published new data on neurology

New Jersey Hospital Association - Nation's Hospitals Thrive as N.J. Facilities Struggle

Obesity - INSERM describes research in obesity in women

Obesity and Diabetes - Study results from University of Quebec update understanding of obesity and diabetes

Osteoporosis - Johns Hopkins Metabolic Bone Center Introduced at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

Osteoporosis - New osteoporosis study findings reported from American University of Beirut

Osteoporosis - Research reports on osteoporosis from INSERM provide new insights

Osteoporosis - Scientists at University of Brescia publish new data on osteoporosis

Osteoporosis - Studies from Uppsala University have provided new information about osteoporosis

Ovariectomy - New ovariectomy study findings have been reported by researchers at University of Tsukuba, Institute of Health

Pain Management - Study results from University of Missouri, Medical Department update understanding of pain management

Pharmacodynamics - Research conducted at University of Washington, Department of Bioengineering has provided new information about pharmacodynamics

PharmacyChecker.com - PharmacyChecker.com Publishes 'Safe Strategies for Drug Savings' to Help All Americans Get Affordable Medication

Pneumococcal Disease Vaccines - Data from University Medical Center advance knowledge in pneumococcal disease vaccines

Priority Health - Priority Health Brings More Choice in Affordable Health Care to Michigan Seniors

Prostate Cancer - New prostate cancer research has been reported by scientists at University of Texas

Prostate Cancer - Scientists at Washington University target prostate cancer

Providence Service Corporation - State of New Jersey Announces Intent to Award $50 Million Annual Transportation Contract to Providence's LogistiCare Subsidiary

Public Health - Researchers from University of Otago, Department of Public Health report details of new studies and findings in the area of public health

Rite Aid Corporation - Patients Now Can Find the Lowest Cost Medicare Part D Prescription Plans Best for Them Just by Visiting a Rite Aid Pharmacy

Rite Aid Corporation - Rite Aid Pharmacies to Host Flu & Pneumonia Shot Clinics November 18-20 at Nearly 1,300 Locations

Schiff - Schiff(R) Melatonin Plus Passes ConsumerLab.com Test for Ingredients and Product Quality

SEIU United Healthcare Workers-West - Healthcare Workers Picket Their National Union to Protect Their Voice for Patients

SHPS - Annual SHPS 2008 Healthcare Symposium Engages Health Plan Decision-Makers

Smoking - Quitting Smoking Saves Lives and Money: New American Lung Association Report Finds Most States Failing to Adequately Protect Residents and Their Bottom Line

Spectroscopy - New spectroscopy study findings recently were published by researchers at New York University, Medical Department

Spectrum Pharmaceuticals, Inc. - FUSILEV Receives Unique, Product-Specific J-Code from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services CMS

Suicide - Scientists at Harvard University discuss research in suicide

Surgery - Altus Healthcare Management Systems' Oprex Surgery Center, Clarus Imaging Center & Zerenity Sleep Lab of Houston

T-Cell Lymphoma - Scientists at University of Medicine publish research in t-cell lymphoma in children

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Congratulates Cy Young Award Winner Cliff Lee

The Quantum Group, Inc. - The Quantum Group Inc. Announces Expansion into Three Florida Counties

Type 2 Diabetes - Studies conducted at Pennsylvania State University on type 2 diabetes recently published

U.S. Conference of Mayors - The U.S. Conference of Mayors Executive Director Tom Cochran Calls for a Main Street Stimulus Plan to Create Jobs, Spur National Economy

U.S. Department of Justice - More Than $1 Billion Recovered by Justice Department in Fraud and False Claims in Fiscal Year 2008

Unum - Unum Reports Long Term Care Often Needed by Younger People

Vigilan - Vigilan and Life Settlement Financial Collaborate to Aid Seniors with Life Settlements

Walgreens - Walgreens MedMonitor Complete Reduces Total Health Care Costs with a 3.7 and 7.8 ROI



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