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Table of Contents . . . January 4th, 2009
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Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm - Data on abdominal aortic aneurysm described by L. Mureebe et al
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm - Researchers' work from Columbia University focuses on abdominal aortic aneurysm
Addiction Medicine - Findings from University of London broaden understanding of addiction medicine
Aging - Launch of New 'Independent Aging' Company Will Address the Needs of the Growing Senior Population
American Association for Homecare - Facing Deadly Ice Storms, Home Medical Equipment Providers in New England Mobilize to Protect Oxygen Patients
American Beverage Association - ABA Statement: NY Governor's Sweeping Tax Hikes on New Yorkers Add Strain to Checkbooks and Put Paychecks at Risk All During a Time of Recession
American Health Care Association - CMS Five-Star Nursing Home Rating System Shows Good Intent, but Premised on Flawed Survey System
AMI Research - AMI Research Initiates Coverage of Tri-Isthmus Group
Arthritis Genetics - Recent studies from University of Nijmegen add new data to arthritis genetics
Aurora Health Care - Great Lakes Radiologists to Join Aurora Medical Group
Behavior - Research from University of Texas, Nursing Department has provided new data on behavior
Cancer - Reports from University of Pennsylvania describe recent advances in cancer
Capitol Counsel Llc - Ways and Means Ranking Member To Join Capitol Counsel
Cardiovascular Disease - New findings reported from University of Leuven describe advances in cardiovascular disease
Chronic Kidney Failure - Researchers from University of Maryland describe findings in chronic kidney failure
Commonwealth Fund - Interruptions in Medicaid coverage linked to increased hospitalization
Consortium for Enterprise Systems Management - New Consortium to Fuel Breakthrough Collaborative Information Technology Growth and Build Next Generation Skills in South Carolina
Contraception - Last Minute Bush Regulations Take a Parting Shot at Health Care for Women
Diabetes - New diabetes study findings have been published by R. Cohn and colleagues
Diabetes Prevention - Studies in the area of diabetes prevention reported from Cambridge University, NHS Foundation Trust
Evaluation in Clinical Practice - Reports from Ryerson University describe recent advances in evaluation in clinical practice
First DataBank - American Well Selects First DataBank's Drug Data for Use in Online Physician-Patient Care Consultations
Gerontological Nursing - Investigators at University of California publish new data on gerontological nursing
Gerontological Nursing - Research from University of California reveals new findings on gerontological nursing
Gerontological Nursing - Studies from University of California, Nursing Department update current data on gerontological nursing
Health and Medicine - Research data from S.L. Hu and colleagues update understanding of health and medicine
Health Care Service Corporation - Health Care Service Corporation Finds Success With Innovative Program Targeting Obesity Epidemic
Health Insurance - Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Statement
Health Insurance - Studies from University of North Texas provide new data on health insurance
Health Insurance - The ASCII Group Partners with Association Health Programs to Counter Rising Health Insurance Costs
HealthFitness - New SVP of Business and Corporate Development Joins HealthFitness
Heart Failure - New findings reported from University of Maryland describe advances in heart failure
HIV/AIDS - Miami Physician Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison for $11 Million Medicare Fraud Scheme
HIV/AIDS - Physician's Assistant Sentenced to 14 Years in Prison for His Role in $119 Million Medicare Fraud
Immunization - Inaugural Back of the Envelope Awards fund creative health research
Institute for America's Future - New Report to Highlight Need for Public Health Insurance Plan Outlined in Obama's Proposals
IPRO - IPRO Wins 2008 Aesculapius Awards
Life Sciences - American Specialty Health Leadership Recognized with Web Awards
Life Sciences - Despite Cutbacks, Hospitals Are Moving Ahead With Some IT Projects
Life Sciences - New Survey Tool Assesses Provider Satisfaction with Population Health Management
Life Sciences - Research data from University of Kentucky update understanding of life sciences
Life Sciences - Research findings from University of Ulster update understanding of life sciences
Life Sciences - Researchers from University of Cologne describe findings in life sciences
Life Sciences - Scientists at RTI International report research in life sciences
Lifeline Vascular Access - Lifeline Vascular Access Launches New State of the Art Website
Managed Care - Health Plan Executives Foresee Continued Decline in Small Business Enrollment, According to CSC Survey
Medicare and Medicaid - Bravo Health Launches Advertising Campaign Emphasizing Vitality of Todays Seniors; Ads Highlight Medicare Advantage Plans that Fit Individual Lifestyle Needs
Medicare and Medicaid - CMS Issues Historic Star Quality Rating System for Nursing Homes
Medicare and Medicaid - CMS Launches Fourth Annual Medicare Health Care Provider Satisfaction Survey
Medicare and Medicaid - Investigators at University of Arkansas target medicare and medicaid
Medicare and Medicaid - New 'Star' Rankings for Nursing Homes May Cloud the Big Picture
Medicare and Medicaid - New Report: Public Insurance Option Needed to Provide Affordable, Quality Health Coverage
Medicare and Medicaid - Recent findings in medicare and medicaid described by A.J. Zillich and colleagues
Medicare and Medicaid - Research from Johns Hopkins University, Department of Biostatistics yields new data on medicare and medicaid
Medicare and Medicaid - Research from School of Dentistry provides new data on medicare and medicaid
Medicare and Medicaid - Research on medicare and medicaid described by J.L. Wolff and colleagues
Medicare and Medicaid - Research reports on medicare and medicaid from Case Western Reserve University, Medical Department provide new insights
Medicare and Medicaid - Study results from Washington University update understanding of medicare and medicaid
Mental Health - New mental health data have been reported by R.M. Coffey and co-authors
Mental Health - New mental health research reported from J.F. Mccarthy and co-authors
Mental Health - New mental health study findings have been reported by scientists at Children's University
Mental Illness - Missouri Behavioral Pharmacy Management Program Receives 2008 SAMHSA Science and Service Award
Mental Illness - Research from Boston College in the area of mental illness described
National Center for Policy Analysis - Ten Ways to Trim Your Health Care Costs
National Senior Citizens Law Center - New CMS Nursing Home Rating System Does Not Tell the Whole Story
National Small Business Association - NSBA Launches First 100 Days Initiative - Think Big. Start Small.
OneBeacon Insurance Group - OneBeacon Professional Partners Introduces New Employment Practices Liability Solution
PADrugCard.com - Free Prescription Drug Card Launched in Pennsylvania
Pediatric Cardiology - VCU Pauley Heart Center Announces Winner of 2008 Dr. Carolyn McCue Award for Woman Cardiologist of the Year
Pets Best Insurance Llc - Pets Best Announces New Underwriter for Pet Insurance Policies
Prostate Cancer - New Rundenver Series Betters Prostate Cancer Awareness
Prostate Cancer - Researchers from Shaw University discuss findings in prostate cancer
Public Health - Reports outline public health study results from Columbia University
Public Health - Research findings from Health Resources and Services Administration update understanding of public health
Public Health - Research on public health published by scientists at University of Michigan
Research Australia - Study reveals antidepressants most common medication for Australian women
rL Solutions - Atrius Health Selects rL Solutions for Improved Patient Safety and Quality of Care
Schizophrenia - New findings from B. Moreno and co-researchers in the area of schizophrenia described
Surgery - Studies from Medical University of South Carolina update current data on surgery
SynCare, Llc - SynCare Announces Ian Duncan Joins Board of Directors
Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction Syndrome Prevention - Reports from King Khalid University describe recent advances in temporomandibular joint dysfunction syndrome prevention
U.S. Department of Justice - Chief Executive Officers of Two Los Angeles-Area Medical Companies Indicted for Medicare Fraud
URAC - URAC Approves Revised Accreditation Standards for Health Plans and Health Networks
Wellness - DMAA Health Care Reform Principles Call for Focus on Quality, Efficiency
WellPoint, Inc. - WellPoint Announces Collaborative Partnership to Expand Access to Health Care Provider Information
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