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Elder Law Weekly


Susan Hasty, Publisher
Table of Contents . . . April 22nd, 2009
Non-Subscriber - Summaries Only
Related Areas: Other Issues in Elder Law Weekly | Other Publications

1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East - More than 800 Workers at Caritas St. Elizabeth's Medical Center Make History with Vote to join 1199SEIU

ABS Systems - AristaCare Health Services to Install State-of-the-Art Quality Management and Business Intelligence Software from ABS Systems

ACS and Clinical Solutions - ACS and Clinical Solutions Partner to Help Local Governments Better Prepare for Public Health Outbreak

Adverse Drug Reactions - Investigators at Malmo University target adverse drug reactions

Aegis Living - Aegis Living Completes Purchase of Real Estate in Aptos

Aging - Researchers at Mayo Clinic target aging

Aging Research - New aging research study results reported from F. Salvi et al

AirStrip Technologies, L.P. - Innovative iPhone™ Medical Application Granted FDA Clearance

Alzheimer Disease - HBO, UCSD Shiley-Marcos Alzheimer's Disease Research Center, the Alzheimer's Association San Diego/Imperial Chapter and the Neurosciences Institute Present an Advance Screening of THE ALZHEI

Alzheimer Disease - New Alzheimer disease study findings have been published by A.B. Hauber and colleagues

American Board of Medical Specialties - ABMS National Policy Forum Underscores Value of Aligning ABMS MOC with National Healthcare Policy Reform Movement

American College of Chest Physicians - Journal Chest: April news briefs

Anxiety Disorders - New anxiety disorders study results from C. Garzon et al described

Applied Ergonomics - New applied ergonomics study findings recently were published by researchers at Vanung University

ATEL Ventures, Inc. - ATEL Ventures Commits $3 Million to Millennium Pharmacy Services

athenahealth, Inc. - athenahealth Launches Enhanced E-Prescribing Capability Across its National Physician Network to Drive Increased Revenue for Medical Groups

Atherosclerosis - Mayo Clinic publishes research in atherosclerosis

Atrial Septal Defects - Studies from Federal University, Public Health Institute yield new data on atrial septal defects

Atrophy - Data from O. Albaghdadi and colleagues advance knowledge in atrophy

Atrophy - Research from A.E. Yumru and co-researchers yields new findings on atrophy

Aurora Health Care - Aurora Health Care Breast Centers Receive National Recognition

Autism - Autism Society of America Joins MedicAlert Foundation to offer MedicAlert(R) + Safe and Sound(R) - 24-Hour Comprehensive Protection System

B-Cell Lymphoma Immunology - Studies from Loma Linda University have provided new information about B-cell lymphoma immunology

BioMed Central - Soybean component reduces menopause effects

Bladder Cancer - More Intense Bladder Cancer Treatment Does Not Improve Survival, U-M Study Finds

Blood Pressure - New findings reported from H. Tomiyama and co-authors describe advances in blood pressure

Blood Pressure - Research conducted by C. Matsumoto and co-researchers has updated our knowledge about blood pressure

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

Breast Cancer - New breast cancer research has been reported by A. Hackshaw et al

California Association of Physician Groups - California’s Physician Groups Launch Campaign to Protect Seniors from Increased Costs and Drastic Reductions in Medicare Services

Cardiology - James M. Sweeney Named Chairman and CEO of IntelliDOT

CareRise - U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Names CareRise a Patient Safety Organization

Chronic Disease - Health Plus of New York Expands Use of Health Integrated Program to Reach Significantly More Members with Chronic Conditions

Click Commerce, Inc. - University of Utah Launches Automation Initiative for Clinical Research Budgeting and Billing with Click Commerce

Clinical Trial Research - Researchers from Ben-Gurion University describe findings in clinical trial research

College of American Pathologists - CAP Deeming Status Renewed

Colon Cancer - New colon cancer study findings have been reported from Kanazawa Medical University

Combination Therapy - Scientists at Osaka University, Medical Department detail research in combination therapy

dbMotion - UPMC Achieves Efficiencies, Improved Patient Service Through Interoperability Initiative

Dementia - Researchers from University of California discuss findings in dementia

Dementia - Study findings from M.D. Kim et al broaden understanding of dementia

Dementia - Study findings from University of Washington provide new insights into dementia

Depomed, Inc. - Depomed Completes Enrollment of Serada’s Full Phase 3 Clinical Program in Menopausal Hot Flashes

Diabetes - New diabetes study findings recently were reported by researchers at Technical University of Munich, Medical Department

Diabetes - Report summarizes diabetes study findings from Research Center

Diabetes Management - Reports outline diabetes management study results from A. Daly et al

Ethnopharmaceutical - Reports from S.B. Kosalge et al highlight recent research in ethnopharmaceutical

Fitch Ratings - Fitch Affirms University of Kansas Hospital Authority KS at 'A'; Outlook Stable

Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network FAAN - “Take Action, Prevent Reactions” at the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network's Annual Food Allergy Conference in Rosemont

Gastroenterology - Research data from Nestle Research Center update understanding of gastroenterology

Gerontology - Scientists at Lund University detail research in gerontology

Groupware Technology, Inc. - Groupware Technology and ThinIdentity Corporation Partner to Offer Hospitals Improved Caregiver Workflow Solution

Health Grades, Inc. - Study: Every 1.7 Minutes a Medicare Beneficiary Experiences a Patient Safety Event

Health Plan Administrators - Short-Term Medical Insurance Offers COBRA Alternative

Heart Failure - Research on heart failure described by scientists at University of Michigan

Hormones - Researchers at College of Medicine publish new data on hormones

Hormones - Studies from A.H. Maclennan et al provide new data on hormones

Hypopituitarism - New hypopituitarism findings from L. Foppiani and co-researchers published

Hypotension - New hypotension study results from Copenhagen University described

Incontinence - New incontinence study results from J. Wang et al described

Ingenix - Ingenix CareTracker Enables EMR Adoption for As Little As $5,000

Intermittent Claudication - Studies from R.M.R. Dias et al provide new data on intermittent claudication

Internal Medicine - New internal medicine study results reported from A.L. Back et al

International & American Association for Dental Research - AADR testifies before the NAS' Committee on Comparative Effectiveness Research Priorities

International Menopause Society - Acupuncture 'probably ineffective' in treatment of hot flushes

Ischemia - Scientists at University of Bologna report research in ischemia

Journal of the National Cancer Institute - More intensive treatment not associated with better outcomes in early bladder cancer

Kidney Disease - New kidney disease study findings reported from University of Michigan

Kinetic Concepts, Inc. - KCI and Carroll Hospital Group Inc. Partner to Help Prevent Pressure Ulcers and Reduce Patient Falls

Knee Osteoarthritis - Findings in knee osteoarthritis reported from Yokohama City University

Kryptiq Corporation - Physicians Manage Chronic Care Patient Populations with Kryptiq’s CareManager™

Life Sciences - Findings from University of Dundee in life sciences reported

Life Sciences - New life sciences research from K.H. Kim and co-researchers described

Life Sciences - Recent findings from National Cancer Institute, Department of Epidemiology highlight research in life sciences

Lower Back Pain - Studies from S. Gnudi et al provide new data on lower back pain

Macular Degeneration - Researchers at Duke University target macular degeneration

Magellan Health Services - National Imaging Associates Applauds Inclusion of Imaging Appropriateness Measures in Presidential, Congressional Budgets

Marketing and Licensing Agreements - Whitepaper Shines Light on Administrative Waste: Offers Practical Steps for Cutting Healthcare Costs through Existing Infrastructure, Collaboration

Medicare and Medicaid - Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida Introduces BlueMedicare(SM) Group Supplement

Medicare and Medicaid - Data on medicare and medicaid published by K. Tillman and colleagues

Medicare and Medicaid - Health Authority Offers Expedient, Web-Based Medicaid Enrollment Service

Medicare and Medicaid - HMS Awarded Medicaid Audit Contract in South Carolina

Medicare and Medicaid - IPRO Honors Upper Capital Region Health Care Providers

Medicare and Medicaid - New medicare and medicaid study results reported from National Institutes of Health

Medicare and Medicaid - New Report Details How to Create a Public Health Insurance Option as Part of Nation's Health Reforms

Medicare and Medicaid - Recent findings from S.M. Mor and co-authors highlight research in medicare and medicaid

Medicare and Medicaid - Researchers at University of Iowa release new data on medicare and medicaid

Menopause - Data on menopause published by S.D. Quinn and colleagues

Menopause - Omega-3s May Benefit Newborns, Menopausal Women and Obese Individuals

Menopause - Recent findings from P. Chedraui and co-authors highlight research in menopause

Menopause - Reports from University of Surrey advance knowledge in menopause

Menopause - Research from K.J. Vainionpaa and co-researchers in the area of menopause published

Menopause - Research from Mayo Clinic, Medical Department has provided new data on menopause

Menopause - Research from University of Montreal in menopause provides new insights

Menopause - Scientists at University of Jordan, Faculty of Nursing target menopause

Menopause - Studies from L. Bairy and co-researchers in the area of menopause published

Menopause - Studies from M. Koga et al provide new data on menopause

Menopause Genetics - Research in the area of menopause genetics reported from Xi'an Jiao Tong University

Menopause Therapy - Reports outline menopause therapy study findings from Hospital for Special Surgery

Menopause Therapy - Researchers at Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Hospital, Department of Clinical Chemistry release new data on menopause therapy

Metropolitan Health Networks, Inc. - MetCare Walks the Talk by Participating in American Heart Association’s Start! Walking Initiative

Microsoft Corp. - Microsoft Introduces Next-Generation Amalga Unified Intelligence System

Myeloma - Study data from University of Michigan update understanding of myeloma

National Community Pharmacists Association NCPA - NCPA Statement on House Medicare Part B DMEPOS Surety Bond Legislation

Neuralgia Therapy - Reports from Veterans Affairs Medical Center add new data to research in neuralgia therapy

Obesity - Research findings from University of Colorado update understanding of obesity

Obesity and Diabetes - Studies in the area of obesity and diabetes reported from M. Sosa and co-researchers

Osteoporosis - Access to Osteoporosis Testing for Americans in Jeopardy

Osteoporosis - Research findings from E.A. Aguilarchavez et al update understanding of osteoporosis

Osteoporosis - Researchers from Dicle University detail new studies and findings in the area of osteoporosis

Osteoporosis Quality of Care - New osteoporosis quality of care findings from Tottori University published

Osteoporosis Risk Factors - Scientists at University of California publish new data on osteoporosis risk factors

Osteoporosis Risk Factors - Studies from University of Colorado, Department of Clinical Pharmacy further understanding of osteoporosis risk factors

Osteoporosis Therapy - Study data from University of Tokyo, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery provide new insights into osteoporosis therapy

Palliative Care - NHPCO President/CEO Meets with Nancy-Ann Min DeParle at White House

Parkinson Disease - La Sapienza University publishes research in Parkinson disease

Pharmaceuticals - Study results from University of Naples in the area of pharmaceuticals published

Psychiatry - Findings from L. Marner and co-researchers advance knowledge in psychiatry

Public Health - New findings from S. Hyde and co-researchers in the area of public health described

Quality of Care - New NQF Endorsed Standards Focus on Quality and Patient Experience in Home Health Care

Quality of Life - Research from Vrije University Amsterdam provide new insights into quality of life

Quality of Life - Scientists at Open University publish research in quality of life

Quality of Life Research - Studies from M. Salamayounes et al further understanding of quality of life research

Rehabilitation Research - Studies from A. Atalay and co-researchers yield new data on rehabilitation research

Renal Disease - Studies by A.J. Collins and co-authors describe new findings in renal disease

ReportLinker - Examine the Home Medical Testing Devices

Research and Markets - Comorbidity Care Models - Integrated Action Plans for Complex Healthcare Needs

Research and Markets - The National Directory of Managed Care Organizations with Details of 1,450 Managed Care Organizations, Representing 5,279 Managed Care Plans

Research and Markets Ltd. - Physician Quality Reporting Initiative in 2009: How To Avoid Submission Errors and Improve Reimbursement

Respiratory Medicine - Studies from Tongji University, Department of Respiratory Medicine further understanding of respiratory medicine

SAP Ag - AmeriHealth Mercy Uses SAP BusinessObjects Software to Keep Costs Down and Make Healthcare More Available to Those in Need

SAS - US Department of Health and Human Services Renews SAS Contract for Three Years

Secondary Hyperparathyroidism - Studies from University of Colorado yield new information about secondary hyperparathyroidism

Sentillion - Sentillion Introduces Advanced Authentication Solution for Direct Access to Cerner, Eclipsys, Epic, McKesson and MEDITECH Applications

Siemens Healthcare - Siemens Announces Latest Contracts, Recent 'Go Lives,' and Strong Customer Support for its Workflow-Enhancing Healthcare IT Solution Soarian Clinicals, at HIMSS 2009

Skilled Healthcare Group - Skilled Healthcare Expands Regional Footprint into Iowa

Skin Disease - New data from M. Polat et al illuminate research in skin disease

Social Science - Researchers from University of Illinois publish new studies and findings in the area of social science

Solid Cancer - GE Healthcare Applauds CMS for Supporting National FDG-PET Coverage Decision

Stem Cell Research - Findings in stem cell research reported from University of Tennessee

The Ensign Group, Inc. - The Ensign Group Successfully Graduates Third Nursing Home From CMS Special Focus Program

Tuberculosis - New findings from S. Low and co-researchers in the area of tuberculosis described

Type 2 Diabetes - Researchers at Harokopio University publish new data on type 2 diabetes

UnitedHealth Group - UnitedHealth Group Wins Six 2008 World Wide Web Health Awards for Superior Online Consumer Content

Unum - Unum Maintains Market Leadership in Group Long Term Care

VisionShare Inc. - VisionShare® Inc. Achieves New Growth Milestone

Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center - Weight gain early in life leads to physical disabilities in older adults

Weight Loss - Recent findings in weight loss described by researchers from Technical University, University Health Science Center

Women in Technology WIT - CORRECTING and REPLACING Women in Technology Announces Finalists for 10th Annual Leadership Awards

Women in Technology WIT - Women in Technology Announces Finalists for 10th Annual Leadership Awards

Women's Health - Data on women's health discussed by researchers at Wake Forest University



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