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Physician Law Weekly


Susan Hasty, Publisher
Table of Contents . . . August 20th, 2008
Non-Subscriber - Summaries Only
Related Areas: Other Issues in Physician Law Weekly | Other Publications

1800mattress.com - 1800mattress.com Teams With Simmons and Bed & Breakfast Maven to Offer Pamela Lanier's Bed & Breakfast Collection Mattresses

Abiomed, Inc. - Abiomed Announces Impella 2.5 Capacity Expansion Plans in Ireland

Adolor Corporation - Adolor Corporation Reports Second Quarter 2008 Financial Results

Aetna - Aetna's Strategic Resource Company Enters Into Agreement with the Boon Group

AIDS Healthcare Foundation - Bush Signs Historic Global AIDS Bill Which Will Save At Least Five Million Lives

Akorn, Inc. - Akorn Reports Second Quarter 2008 Financial Results

American Physical Therapy Association - Lack of Time on Tummy Shown to Hinder Achievement of Developmental Milestones, Say Physical Therapists

American Sociological Association - Male college students more likely than less-educated peers to commit property crimes

American Sociological Association - Toxic drugs, toxic system: Sociologist predicts drug disasters

Amerinet, Inc. - Ede Named Vice President of Non-Acute Contracting for Amerinet, National GPO

AOL - It's 3 A.M. - Are You Checking Your Email Again?

Arbios Systems, Inc. - Arbios Announces It Has Suspended Operations

Ardea Biosciences, Inc. - Ardea Biosciences Presents Phase 2a Antiviral Activity Data for Lead HIV Candidate, RDEA806 at XVII International AIDS Conference

Asthma - New asthma findings from GlaxoSmithKline published

AtriCure, Inc. - AtriCure Reports Record Second Quarter 2008 Financial Results

Baby Abuelita Productions - Baby Abuelita Productions Salutes Miami Children's Hospital

BayBio - Representative Eshoo Honored as BIO Legislator of the Year

Biotech Business - Pfizer Selects Alexandria Real Estate Equities' Mission Bay Life Science Cluster as the Home for Its Biotherapeutics and Bioinnovation Center

Biotechnology Business - Bio-Rad Technical Note Describes a Method to Achieve Silver Stain Sensitivity on the Experion Automated Electrophoresis System

Biovest International, Inc. - Biovest Joins in the Formation of the Joint U.S.-Norway Cancer Research Program, a Collaborative Effort with Plans to Present to NCI and the U.S. Military Healthcare System

Bipolar Disorder - Alexza Reports 2008 Second Quarter Financial Results and Updates Development of Product Candidates

Bone Research - Study Says It's Not Too Late for Kids to Strengthen Bones

Borne Disease - Studies from J.C. Dujardin et al further understanding of borne disease

Brookdale Senior Living Inc. - Brookdale Announces Second Quarter 2008 Results

California Center for Public Health Advocacy - Obesity on the Kids' Menus at Top Chains

California Tomato Farmers - Tomato Industry Leaders Testify on Legislation Based on California/Florida Model Programs

Cancer - President Bush Signs Conquer Childhood Cancer Act in White House Ceremony

Cancer - The SCOOTER Store Partners With Angel Wings to Donate Power Chair to Teenage Cancer/Stroke Patient

Candela Corporation - Texas Court Issues Markman Ruling in Candela's Suit Against Palomar

CapitalSource Inc. - CapitalSource Announces Filing of Registration Statement for IPO of Healthcare Net Lease Business

Cardiology - First DuraHeart(TM) Left Ventricular Assist System Implanted in the U.S. Pivotal Trial

Change to Win - Change to Win Members Address DNC Platform Drafting Committee

ConforMIS, Inc. - ConforMIS, Inc. Launches First Patient-Specific, Bicompartmental Knee Resurfacing System on the Market

Consejo de Latinos Unidos - Consejo and T.E.J.A.S. Announce Free Medical Aid for Residents Near Valero Blast

Consumer Watchdog - Consumers, Nurses, Seniors Tell Governor: Don't Break Your Promise to Protect Innocent Patients from Health Insurance Cancellations, Don't Weaken Existing Law

Cross Country Healthcare, Inc. - Cross Country Healthcare Reports Second Quarter 2008 Results

Crowne Plaza Tysons Corner - Road Warriors Get Competitive Edge With Great Night of Sleep at Crowne Plaza Tysons Corner VA

Cytori Therapeutics - Cytori Enters Binding Letter of Intent for StemSource Cell Bank Sales for Singapore

Davis Vision, Inc. - Davis Vision, Inc. Board of Directors Names Steve Holden President

Diagnostic Imaging - Bederra Corp.'s Lumar Imaging Division Enters Into Joint Venture With Basic Solutions

DLA - DLA Launches New Community Care Initiative, "Camping for Everyone"

Drug Development - Cadence Pharmaceuticals Reports Second Quarter 2008 Financial Results and Provides Overview of Clinical Programs

Drug Resistance - Ondine Announces Publication of Positive Results from Pseudomonas aeruginosa Eradication Study

Dyax - Dyax Enters into $50 Million Agreement with Cowen Healthcare Royalty Partners

Eastman Kodak Company - Kodak Digital Innovations Enhance Experiences at Beijing 2008 Olympic Games

Easysite.com - EASYSITE.COM - a Family-Friendly Alternative to MySpace and Facebook

EcoNugenics, Inc. - EcoNugenics Develops Safe Antidote for Lead Toxicity in Children

Elite Meetings International, Inc. - Elite Meetings International Releases Its Top 5 List of Hot New Resorts

Exelon Corporation - Exelon Appoints John A. Canning Jr. to Board of Directors

Falun Dafa Information Center - Behind the Olympic Spectacle: a Journalist's Walking Guide to the Persecution of Falun Gong in Beijing

Ferrari North America, Inc. - Ferrari Challenge Season Continues at Laguna Seca --- for 2008 Adds FXX Supercar and Formula One Demonstrations

Fitch Ratings - Fitch Rates Northeast Georgia Health System 2008 Rev Bonds 'A'

Fitch Ratings - Fitch Updates Q-IFS Ratings on U.S. Property/Casualty Insurers 2 of 2

Florida Association of Health Underwriters - Florida Association of Health Underwriters Elects New Officers

Fresh Harvest Products, Inc. - Fresh Harvest Products, Inc. Announces Agreement with Branded Eco-Friendly Line

Gene Therapy - Bio-Rad Announces Availability of New Electroporation Application Guide

Genetics & Genomics - From Science Fiction to Reality: American Consumers Ready to Act on Genetic Testing

Genoptix, Inc. - Genoptix Announces the Addition of New Members to Board of Directors

Grant & Eisenhofer P.A. and Labaton & Sucharow Llp - Grant & Eisenhofer and Labaton Sucharow Announce Settlement of General Motors Securities Class Action for $303 Million

Health Insurance - Study findings from University of Malmo, Department of Clinical Sciences broaden understanding of health insurance

Health Promotion - Recent findings in health promotion described by researchers from University of North Carolina

Healthnostics, Inc. - Healthnostics Provides Corporate Update

Heart Attack - Making Sudden Cardiac Arrest a National Health Priority: National Medical Association Issues White Paper on Sudden Cardiac Arrest

Heart Transplants - First U.S. Patient to Receive New Heart-Assist Device Doing Well After Surgery at University of Michigan

Heart Transplants - Heart Patient Living With Implantable Heart Support System for Five Years

Hersha Hospitality Management, L.P. - Hersha Hospitality Management Opens Newly Built Hampton Inn & Suites Smithfield, Rhode Island

HFF - HFF Closes Sale of Pyramids at Park Lane Office Complex in Dallas

HIV/AIDS - AIDS Action Committee Applauds Legislature for Taking Action to Protect Patient Privacy Within New Electronic Medical Records System

HIV/AIDS - As AIDS Conference Opens, amfAR Releases Report Exposing Global Failure to Address HIV Among MSM

HIV/AIDS - ImQuest Receives $6.4 M Five Year Award from NIH to Develop Long-Lasting Combination Topical Microbicides To Prevent HIV Transmission

HIV/AIDS - JAMA Commentary Opposes Criminal Punishment for HIV Exposure/Transmission

HIV/AIDS - Thousands Rally in Mexico City and Call for Human Rights Protections in Global AIDS Response

HMP Communications, LLC - Tuleya Named Executive Editor of Skin & Aging Journal

Hoosiers for Beverage Choices - Hoosiers for Beverage Choices Launches www.beveragechoices.com

Hyponatremia - New findings from DoctorsManagement, LLC in the area of hyponatremia described

Impulse Monitoring, Inc. - Impulse Monitoring Provides IONM Support to University of Virginia Health System Surgeons on Charity Mission to Trinidad

Infectious Diseases Society of America - Higher HIV infection estimate shows need for routine screening, more funding for care

Initiate Systems, Inc. - Initiate Systems Achieves Strong Performance in Second Quarter

Innocoll, Inc. - Innocoll Announces Dosing of Last Patient in US Phase 2 Clinical Trial to Investigate CollaRx BUPIVACAINE SURGICAL IMPLANT for the Management of Post-Operative Pain

International Medical Interpreters Association - International Medical Interpreters Association Releases Telephone Interpreting Guide

Investor Environmental Health Network IEHN, Washington, D.C. - Investors: Stronger 'Long-Term Severe Risk' Corporate Disclosure Requirement Needed in Proposed FASB Accounting Statement

ITEX Corporation - ITEX Corporation Acquires Media Services Business

Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies - Joint Center Names New Vice President to Lead its Health Policy Institute

Joint Restoration Foundation - Joint Restoration Foundation Names Art Kurz as Executive Director

Kaplan University - Kaplan University Graduates 2,278 Online Students

Kidney Disease - 10 Warning Signs You Might Have Kidney Disease

Kidney Transplants - Research from Woodville SA reveals new findings on kidney transplants

Kidneys - Study data from USA Scientific update understanding of kidneys

Landry's Restaurants, Inc. - Landry's Restaurants, Inc. 'LNY'/NYSE Reports Second Quarter 2008 Results

Life Sciences - New findings from Columbia University, National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse in the area of life sciences described

Life Sciences - New findings from Iowa State University in the area of life sciences described

Life Sciences - New life sciences research reported from Abt Associates, Inc.

Life Sciences - Reports from Temple University describe recent advances in life sciences

Life Sciences - Research from Georgia State University provide new insights into life sciences

Life Sciences - Studies in the area of life sciences reported from University of Bergen

LifeScience Alley - Leading Health Services Researcher to Deliver Morning Keynote Address at LifeScience Alley Conference & Expo

Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated - Ligand Pharmaceuticals Appoints Dr. Stephen Sabba to Board of Directors

Liko North America - Free White Paper: Hospital Tests Patient Lift Technologies; Improves Quality of Care

Liver Transplant - Henry Ford Hospital Performs State's First Laparoscopic Living-Donor Liver Transplant

Luna Innovations Incorporated - Luna Innovations Reports Second Quarter 2008 Financial Results

March of Dimes - March of Dimes Mobile Health Centers Providing Care to Moms in Gulf Coast Areas Still Lacking Public Health Services

Marketing and Licensing Agreements - University of Mississippi Health Care Selects UHC for Group Purchasing Services

Marler Clark - Marler Clark Files Salmonella Saintpaul Lawsuit Against Wal-Mart

Masimo Corporation - Masimo Reports Second Quarter 2008 Financial Results

Medical Ethics - Findings from D.P. Flynn and co-authors broaden understanding of medical ethics

Meningitis - AHRQ News and Numbers: Rare Forms of Meningitis More Deadly than Viral Meningitis

Mental Health - Investigators at University of Washington have published new data on mental health

Merck & Co., Inc. - ISENTRESS raltegravir, Merck's First in Class Integrase Inhibitor, Reduced HIV Viral Load and Increased CD4 Cell Counts Through 96 Weeks in Treatment-Naive HIV-Infected Patients When Taken With Other Anti

Merge Healthcare - Oklahoma Health System Upgrades to Merge Healthcare's Newest Enterprise-Wide PACS Environment with Integrated Mammography

MetroSouth Medical Center - Blue Ribbon Ceremony Marks Beginning of Hospital's New Life as MetroSouth Medical Center

Micrus Endovascular Corporation - Micrus Endovascular Reports First Quarter Financial Results

Minus 5 - Global Ice Age Begins as Minus 5 Brings Unique Ice Lounge Experience to Las Vegas and Other U.S. Cities

Motion Computing - Motion Announces TELUS as Latest Canadian Value Added Reseller

Navilyst Medical - Navilyst Medical Announces Global Debut Today

NetSuite Inc. - Mid-Market and Large Enterprises Go Live on NetSuite for ERP, CRM and Ecommerce Automation

NovaBay Pharmaceuticals - NovaBay Pharmaceuticals Featured on KGO-TV San Francisco

NRC Picker and ARAMARK Healthcare - NRC Picker and ARAMARK Healthcare Collaborate to Develop a Question Set Designed to Examine the Patient Experience with Clinical Support Services

Obesity - Arena Pharmaceuticals Announces Second Quarter 2008 Financial Results and Recent and Second Quarter Highlights

Obesity and Diabetes - Bluegrass Bariatric Surgical Associates Performs New Incisionless Procedure to Treat Weight Regain After Gastric Bypass

Office of the Speaker of the House - Pelosi Statement on Congress Sending Consumer Product Safety Legislation to President

Olivia Newton-John & Friends - Olivia Newton-John Partners With Several Musical Friends for New Album, 'Olivia Newton-John & Friends: a Celebration in Song,' to Be Released September 2 by Capitol/EMI

OmniGuide, Inc. - New Study Shows Reduced Hospital Stay and Improved Patient Outcomes in Pediatric Patients Treated with Omniguide's Flexible CO2 Laser Fibers for Obstructive Airway Fibroma

Oracle - Oracle Offers Clinical Applications That Support Study-Based Requirements

Organic Alliance, Inc. - Organic Alliance Adds Dr. Gail Morrison as New Member to the Medical Advisory Board

Organogenesis, Inc. - Organogenesis, Inc. Announces Apligraf Cell Therapy Reimbursed in Switzerland

Parkinson Disease - Molecular Biometrics Announces Results of Parkinson's Disease Research and Receipt of Grant From Michael J. Fox Foundation to Advance Diagnostic Technology

Pediatrics - Miami Children's Hospital to Bring GetWellNetwork to Children's Bedside

Pediatrics - New Study Shows Reduced Hospital Stay and Improved Patient Outcomes In Pediatric Patients Treated With Omniguides® Flexible Co2 Laser Fibers for Obstructive Airway Fibroma

PGI - PGI Supports the Summer Games' Medical Response Efforts with Donation of Surgical Gowns

Pitisci, Dowell, Markowitz & Murphy - The Law Firm of Pitisci, Dowell, Markowitz & Murphy on Behalf of the Family of Ereck Plancher Sends Notice of Claim to University of Central Florida

PLC Systems Inc. - PLC Systems Reports Second Quarter 2008 Results

Premier Inc. - Hospitals and Healthcare Providers to Save with Premier Health Science Books and Reference Material Agreements

Premier Inc. - Hospitals and Healthcare Providers to Save with Premier High Frequency Oscillatory, ICU Ventilator Agreements

Premier Inc. - Hospitals and Healthcare Providers to Save with Premier Neurosurgical Products Agreements

Premier Inc. - Hospitals, Healthcare Providers to Save with Premier's ECG Electrodes, Cables, Leadwires, Defibrillator Pads Agreements

Project HOPE - USA Basketball Players and Legends Visit Shanghai Children's Medical Center During USA Basketball International Challenge

Radiology - New data from L. Olivetti et al illuminate research in radiology

Reed Exhibitions - San Diego to be New Home for the Western Foodservice & Hospitality Expo in 2009

Refractive Errors - Reports on refractive errors findings from J. Ramke and co-researchers provide new insights

Regenerative Medicine - Organogenesis, Inc. Announces Apligraf(R) Cell Therapy Reimbursed in Switzerland

RehabCare - RehabCare Becomes National Partner of American Occupational Therapy Association

Rehabilitation Research - HealthSouth Finalizes Acquisition of Rehabilitation Unit at Medical Center of Arlington

Rehabilitation Research - HealthSouth Granted Certificate of Public Need to Build Rehabilitation Hospital in Loudoun County, Va.

Research and Markets - New Report Outlines Seven Major Markets Update for Pricing & Reimbursement Strategies

Research and Markets Ltd. - Medical Instrument & Supply Manufacturing in the US

Research Australia - Sleep apnea a stand-alone mortality risk

RHR International Company - RHR International Speaks, Honors, and Recruits at APA Convention

Riverside Partners, Llc - Riverside Partners' Portfolio Company NDS Surgical Imaging Acquires Dome Imaging, the Medical Display Division of Planar Systems, Inc.

Royal Philips Electronics - Philips New Handheld Ultrasound System Offers Premium Image Quality in a Portable System

Ruth's Chris Steak House - Ruth's Chris Summer Celebration .... Turning 'Staycations' Into 'Steakations'

Ruth's Hospitality Group, Inc. - Ruth's Hospitality Group, Inc. Announces Appointment of New President and Chief Executive Officer

sanofi-aventis - Multaq dronedarone Granted FDA Priority Review for Patients with Atrial Fibrillation

SEIU United Healthcare Workers-West - Caregivers at O'Connor Woods Nursing Home Vote to Keep Union and Raise Standards for Care

SeniorBridge - SeniorBridge Expands Services in South Florida

SensAble Technologies, Inc. - SensAble Customer, Ohio Supercomputer Center, Wins National Award for Haptically-Enabled Surgical Simulation Teaching Tool

Sepsis - Reports summarize sepsis research from M.J. Kim and co-authors

Sequenom, Inc. - Sequenom Certifies McGill University and Genome Quebec Innovation Centre as First Center of Excellence

Shengtai Pharmaceutical - Dutton Associates Announces Investment Opinion: Shengtai Pharmaceutical Strong Speculative Buy Rating In Initiating Coverage By Dutton Associates

Sir Ivan - Rock Star Sir Ivan Opens for Destiny's Child Michelle Williams

Solutia Inc. - CPFilms Announces Availability of Automotive Window Film Designed to Thwart Vandalism, Improve Motorist Safety

Sound Pharmaceuticals, Inc. - FDA Allows Phase 2 Study for Sound Pharmaceuticals' Novel Drug to Prevent Chemotherapy Induced Hearing Loss

Southern Home Medical Equipment, Inc. - Southern Home Medical's Encore Medical Staffing Division Announces Number of Independent Nurse Contractors Tops 400

Sports Medicine - New sports medicine study findings have been reported from University Medical Center

Stanford University Medical Center - Stanford Fruit-Fly Study Adds Weight to Theories About Another Type of Adult Stem Cell

Stanford University Medical Center - Stanford Study Finds HIV Drug Can Persist in Mothers' Milk, Increasing Risk to Them and Their Babies

Stanford University Medical Center - Two Stanford Faculty Will Benefit from Keck Awards

Stem Cell Research - Protein Key to Control Growth of Blood Cells

Suicide - Post-Partum Suicide Attempt Risks Studied

Surgery - Ross School's Frankel Fund Announces New Investment

Telanetix, Inc. - St. Vincent's Catholic Medical Centers of New York Select Telanetix Telepresence Solution

Tenet Healthcare Corporation - Tenet Offers New RN Graduate Residency at 10 Hospitals

Tennessee Association of Homes and Services for the Aging - Senator Diane Black to Receive Executive Leadership Award

Tepnel Life Sciences PLC - Tepnel and SoftGenetics to Offer Rapid Analytics of Congenital Disorders

Terumo Heart, Inc. - First DuraHeart Left Ventricular Assist System Implanted in the U.S. Pivotal Trial

The Breakers Palm Beach - Luxury Resort Operates Seasonal Green Market for 2,300 Staff

The Medicines Company - The Medicines Company Acquires CU-2010 and Curacyte Discovery GmbH

The Renaissance Oklahoma City Convention Center Hotel and Spa - Renaissance OKC Completes $4 Million Makeover: New Restaurant, New Lounge, New Sales Team

The University of Oklahoma College of Nursing - The California Board of Registered Nursing Approves Affiliations for Nursing Program in Glendale, California

Thromboembolism - Maternal Deaths Following Cesarean Delivery Can Be Reduced

TKG Healthcare Technology Solutions - Cedars-Sinai Selects TKG for Registration QA Needs

TomoTherapy Incorporated - Sweden to Receive Scandinavia's First TomoTherapy System

Transfusion Medicine - Immucor Closes BioArray Acquisition

TrueCredit.com for - TrueCredit.com Champions 'Gold Medal' Consumer Credit Behavior

Ulmer & Berne LLP - Ulmer & Berne Attorney Elizabeth M. Hill Joins the Board of Directors for DANCECleveland

Unibased Systems Architecture, Inc. - Unibased Systems Architecture's Access Management Application Utilized to Centralize Radiology Scheduling at Oakwood Healthcare Systems

Urinary Tract Infection - Recent findings in urinary tract infection in children described by researchers from Technion

Wellness - New Medical Center Serves as National Model of Design, Healing and Wellness

White House Press Office - Press Briefing by Senior Director for Asian Affairs at the National Security Council, Dennis Wilder, on President's Trip to Asia

White House Press Office - Remarks by the President to the Troops at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska

YMCA of the Usa - More People Turn to the YMCA Than Ever Before

ZIOPHARM Oncology, Inc. - Leukemia Journal Publishes Results from Darinaparsin Study

Zynx Health - Report Cites Zynx Health as Market Leader in Order Sets

3M - 3M Introduces Computer-Assisted Coding Solution

A.D.A.M., Inc. - A.D.A.M. Names Dr. Alan Greene to New Role of Chief of Future Health

A.M. Best Co. - A.M. Best Comments on Humana Inc.'s Proposed Acquisition of Cariten Healthcare

Acid Reflux Disease - Scientists at National University, Medical Department publish new data on acid reflux disease

Adverse Drug Reactions - New adverse drug reactions research from Radboud University described

Adverse Drug Reactions - Research on adverse drug reactions described by M.G. Orgeas and colleagues

Alcoholism - Alcohol Consumption Declining, According to Results of New Study

Alkermes, Inc. - Alkermes Announces Approval of VIVITROL for the Treatment of Alcohol Dependence in Russia

Allergies Therapy - Research from GlaxoSmithKline provide new insights into allergies therapy

Allscripts - Allscripts Reports Second Quarter 2008 Results

Allscripts - Evangelical Community Hospital Selects Allscripts Electronic Health Record for 100 Physicians

Allscripts - Major New England Health System Selects Allscripts to Automate and Connect Emergency Department and Physician Practices

Almost Family, Inc. - Almost Family Reports Record Second Quarter 2008 Results

Alpha II - Alpha II and CPU Medical Management Systems Announce Contract

Ambulatory Surgery - Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Colorado Introduces Industry Leading and Comprehensive Transparency Initiative to Colorado

Ambulatory Surgery - Technology Reshapes Ambulatory Surgery Center Preoperative Process

Amcom Software - America's Best Hospitals Rely on Amcom Software for Mission-Critical Communications

American Academy of Ophthalmology - Macular Degeneration Risk Studied in an Asian Population; Time Spent Outdoors Impacts Nearsightedness in Children; and Two Treatments to Combat Ocular Surface Cancer

American Academy of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery - Disaster medicine ethical guidelines needed for US health-care professionals

American Academy of Sleep Medicine - Australian study shows that sleep apnea is an independent risk factor for mortality

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

American College of Physicians - US Preventive Services Task Force updates prostate cancer screening recommendations

American Institute for Cancer Research - Statement from the American Institute for Cancer Research AICR Clarifying Processed Meat-Cancer Link

American International Group, Inc. - Lexington Insurance Company Introduces Pandemic Rx

American Podiatric Medical Association - Buying a 'Healthy' Shoe Crucial During Back-To-School Shopping Season

Amgen - Amgen Issues Statement in Response to Revised ESA Labeling Received from the FDA Today

Analgesics - Study results from S. Ariasrivera and colleagues broaden understanding of analgesics

Anesthesia - Investigators at New York University publish new data on anesthesia

Anesthesia - Research from Ullevaal University in anesthesia provides new insights

Angiology - New angiology study findings have been published by scientists at Harvard University

Angiology - New data from Cleveland Clinic illuminate research in angiology

Angioplasty - Virtua Cardiologists Respond to Commentary on Angioplasty

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Ohio - Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Ohio Expands Zagat Health Survey Tool to All of Ohio

Antibiotics - Researchers from University of California describe findings in antibiotics

Anxiety Disorders - Data on anxiety disorders discussed by researchers at University of California

Apex Global Partners, Inc. - Dallas-Based Apex Global Partners, Inc. Acquires Leading Benefits and Human Resources Consultancy Company

APS Healthcare - APS Healthcare Expands Business in Three States

ARIAD Pharmaceuticals, Inc. - ARIAD Announces Start of Phase 2 Clinical Study of Oral Deforolimus in Patients with Advanced Endometrial Cancer

Arrhythmia - Urologists Should Recognize the Cardiac Safety of Prescribed Medications, Article Concludes

Artes Medical, Inc. - Artes Medical Initiates Market Launch and Commercial Sale of Elevess, a New FDA-Approved Hyaluronic Acid-Based Dermal Filler

Arthritis - Orthokine Treatment is Effective for Knee Arthritis, Even After Two Years

Artificial Neural Networks - Research reports from C.C. Hsu and co-authors provide new insights into artificial neural networks

Ascom US Inc. - Carolinas HealthCare System Chooses Ascom Wireless

Asthma - American Lung Association Offers Parents Seven 'Back to School' Tips for Kids With Asthma

Asthma Therapy - Data from University of Virginia, Carter Center for Immunology Research provide new insights into asthma therapy

Atopic Dermatitis - Studies from Chinese University of Hong Kong, Department of Pediatrics reveal new findings on atopic dermatitis in children

Bacterial Vaginosis - New findings from University of Washington in the area of bacterial vaginosis published

Bioheart, Inc. - Bioheart, Inc., Announces Letter of Intent to Acquire MEDICALGORITHMICS, Ltd.

Biomedicine - Windber Research Institute Chooses GenoLogics to Collaborate on the Development of their Biomedical Informatics Solution

Bioness - Bioness Announces NESS H200 and L300 Systems to Be Available at 88 HealthSouth Hospitals Nationwide

Bionor Immuno - Bionor Immuno Advances HIV Peptide-Based Therapeutic Immunization Program with Start of a Phase IIb Trial in U.S. and Europe

Bioscience - David J. Mazzo, Ph.D., Joins Regado Biosciences as President and CEO

Biotech Business - First Molecular Tem-PCR Test to Identify Multiple Forms of Staph and MRSA Obtains CLIA Certificate

Bladder Cancer Risk Factors - New findings reported from University of Texas, Department of Urology describe advances in bladder cancer risk factors

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois - Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois Announces Its Intent Not to Pay for Additional Costs Resulting From 'Never Events'

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - Oncologists and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Partner in National Effort to Improve Cancer Care

Bone and Joint Surgery - Reports summarize bone and joint surgery research from J.D. Capozzi and co-authors

Bone Research - Investigators at Columbia University zero in on bone research

Breast Cancer - Research conducted at O.M. Olevsky and co-researchers has updated our knowledge about breast cancer

Breast Cancer - Research from A. Wardley and co-researchers yields new findings on breast cancer

Breast Cancer - Scientists at Chang-Gung University detail research in breast cancer

Breast Cancer Screening - New breast cancer screening study findings have been published by I. Carelli and colleagues

Breast Cancer Screening - New breast cancer screening study findings recently were published by I. Carelli and co-researchers

Breast Cancer Screening - Research findings from University of Oklahoma update understanding of breast cancer screening

Business Health Care Group - Business Health Care Group Reports Second-Year Savings

Cadient Group - Cadient Group Appoints Todd Greene to Strategic Engagement Director

California Association of Physician Groups - Partners in Care Foundation and California Association of Physician Groups Collaborate to Transform Healthcare for Older Adults with Chronic Conditions

California Pharmacists Association - New Report on Patient Medication Mistakes Brings Exposure to a Serious and Growing Problem

Call24 Technologies, Inc. - Integrated Nephrology Network to Offer CallDoc24 to 2,000+ Physicians

Canadian Medical Association Journal - Women with gestational diabetes at risk of type 2 diabetes

Cancer - Fda Clears the Pathwork® Tissue of Origin Test for Hard-to-identify Tumors

Cancer - InfuSystem Holdings Reports Revenue Increase of 12.8% with Over $3 Million of Adjusted EBITDA for the Second Quarter of 2008

Cancer - Investigators at National Cancer Institute publish new data on cancer

Cancer - Onyx Pharmaceuticals Reports Second Quarter and Six-Month 2008 Financial Results

Cancer - Researchers at Autonomous University target cancer

Cancer - Study data from Rice University update understanding of cancer

Cancer - Veridex Completes Acquisition of Immunicon Corporation Assets

Cancer Epidemiology - New cancer epidemiology findings from National Cancer Institute described

Cancer Gene Therapy - Researchers from Columbia University, Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center publish findings in cancer gene therapy

Cancer Gene Therapy - Vcu Massey Cancer Center and Vcu Institute of Molecular Medicine Researchers Publish Findings of a New Chemoprevention Gene Therapy That Kills Pancreatic Cancer Cells

CardioDynamics - CardioDynamics BioZ(R) ICG Technology Integrates with General Electric Healthcare's Centricity(R) Electronic Medical Record (EMR) System

Cardiovascular Disease - University of North Carolina reports research in cardiovascular disease

Carefx Corporation - Ochsner Health System to Transform Healthcare in Louisiana Using Carefx Interoperability Solution and Federated Model

Carotid Stents - New findings reported from R.M. Zwolak and co-authors describe advances in carotid stents

Catholic Charities USA - Catholic Charities Serves Nearly 30,000 Victims of Hurricane Dolly in Two Days

Cerebrovascular Disease - Research from St. Louis University yields new data on cerebrovascular disease

CheckPoint HR - CheckPoint HR Secures Funding From Edison Venture Fund

Chemotherapy - Top Scoring Abstract By White Plains Hospital Centers Nursing Staff Focuses on Improving Chemotherapy Safety Checks

Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of Upmc - Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC's Information Services First in the World To Receive Prestigious Certification

Chronic Pain - Research in the area of chronic pain reported from U. Junker and colleagues

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center - Immune system protein accurate predictor of survival in pediatric septic shock

Clear Choice Health Plans, Inc. - Clear Choice Health Plans Reports Financial Results for 2008 Second Quarter, Six Months

CleveX, Inc. - CLEVEX Secures Equity Financing - Moves Ahead With Pilot Launch

Clinical Orthopedics - New clinical orthopedics findings from University of Pennsylvania described

Clinix Medical Information Services, Llc - Clinix Acquires MedicWare, Inc.

CollaborateMD - CollaborateMD Launches New Value-Added Reseller VAR Program

Colon Cancer - Data on colon cancer reported by researchers at University of Melbourne

Colon Cancer - Diagnocure Announces the Formation of a New Strategic Advisory Board

Compliance 360 - Compliance 360 Helps Healthcare Providers Reduce Risk and Scope of Medicare RAC Audits

Congenital Hypothyroidism Quality of Care - Investigators at Emma Children's Hospital zero in on congenital hypothyroidism quality of care

Congestive Heart Failure - Abnormal Heart Rate Turbulence Predicts Sudden Death in Patients with Congestive Heart Failure

Consumer Health Services, Inc. - Consumer Health Services Launches Series a Preferred Equity Round

Convio - New Guide Helps Organizations Understand HIPAA and Fundraising

Cook Medical - Cook Medical Receives FDA Approval to Market Improved Zenith AAA Iliac Flex Legs and Z-Trak Introduction System

Cosmetic Surgery - The Revision Decision; Unrealistic Expectations of Cosmetic Surgery Patients and Doctors Can Lead to Revision Surgeries

Critical Care - Data on critical care described by J. Reignier et al

Critical Care - Research conducted at N. Damghi and co-authors has provided new information about critical care

Critical Care - Studies from United States Air Force update current data on critical care

Cymphonix - New York Eye and Ear Infirmary Upgrades to Network Composer DC40X - Extends Contract with Cymphonix

Depression - Reports outline depression study results from Columbia University

Dermatology - Stiefel Laboratories Completes Acquisition of Barrier Therapeutics

Diabetes - Hooper Holmes' Heritage Labs Division Launches New Home Diabetes Test

Diabetes - New diabetes data have been reported by S. Hildemann and co-authors

Diabetes - New findings from K.E. Bainbridge and co-researchers in the area of diabetes described

Diabetes - New Survey Explores the Impact of Insulin Injections and Communications Between Patients and Healthcare Providers

Diabetes - Studies from University of Pennsylvania, Medical Department describe new findings in diabetes

Dialysis - Dialysis Corporation of America Reports Second Quarter 2008 Results

Dialysis - Studies from University of California provide new data on dialysis

DocuSys, Inc. - Muskogee Community Hospital Selects DocuSys for their Anesthesia Information Management System

Drug Safety - iGuard.org Reaches 500,000-Member Milestone 12 Months Early

Edelman Public Relations - 94 percent of doctors surveyed are aware of relationship between type 2 diabetes and sleep apnea

Edema - Icon Bioscience Completes Enrollment in Phase I Study of Novel Ophthalmic Drug Candidate

Emergency Medical Services Corporation - Emergency Medical Services Announces $0.43 Diluted EPS and Increases 2008 Guidance

Emergency Medicine - New emergency medicine data have been reported by scientists at Pamukkale University

Endoscopy - Researchers from University of Groningen publish new studies and findings in the area of endoscopy

Ensurapet, Inc. - Ensurapet Has Formula To Capture U.S. Pet Health Insurance Market; Ensurapet will be unlike any other U.S. provider, retaining 100% of every premium dollar

Erythema - Research from M. Rendon and co-authors yields new data on erythema

Family Medicine - Data on family medicine reported by C.V. Tyler and co-researchers

Family Medicine - Recent findings from N. Sinclairlian and co-authors highlight research in family medicine

Family Medicine - Studies from University of Colorado, Medical Department yield new data on family medicine

Fitch Ratings - Fitch Affirms Ratings of Health Net; Outlook Negative

Fitch Ratings - Fitch Rates New York City Health & Hospitals $463MM Bonds 'A'; Upgrades Outstanding to 'A'

Fitch Ratings - Fitch Rates Sisters of St. Francis Health Services, Inc. Indiana $289MM Series 2008C Bonds 'AA'

Fitch Ratings - Fitch Takes Various Actions on Q-IFS Ratings of 194 U.S. Health Insurers

Floppy-iris Syndrome - Research conducted at D.F. Chang and co-authors has provided new information about floppy-iris syndrome

Gentiva Health Services, Inc. - Gentiva(R) Health Services Strengthens South Carolina Home Health Operations With Acquisition Covering Three CON Counties

Gilead Sciences, Inc. - Richard J. Whitley, MD Joins Gilead Sciences' Board of Directors

GlaxoSmithKline - Analysis of Six Clinical Trials Finds EPZICOM Effective in Treatment-Naive HIV Patients With Both High and Low Baseline Viral Loads

Gout - Studies from St. Vincent's Hospital add new findings in the area of gout

Gullapalli and Associates, LLC - New Alliance Between Leaders in Health and Medicine to Address Healthcare Disparities Through Educational Initiative

GW Medical Faculty Associates - Ex-NFL Players Participate in Lifesaving Health Screenings at Heart Check and GW Medical Faculty Associates

Health and Medicine - Reports from University of Mississippi, Medical Department describe recent advances in health and medicine

Health and Medicine - Research from R.B. Baker and co-authors in the area of health and medicine published

Health and Medicine - Research from Wright State University, Medical Department in the area of health and medicine published

Health and Medicine - Study findings from Texas A&M University broaden understanding of health and medicine

Health Discovery Corporation - New Prostate Cancer Test is Ready for Commercialization Following Successful Completion of Final Clinical Trials

Health Insurance - Reports from J. Costafont et al highlight recent research in health insurance

Health Management Associates, Inc. - Health Management Associates, Inc. Reports Quality & Satisfaction Results

Health Net of Arizona - Health Net of Arizona Insurance Receives NCQA's Highest Status

HealthExtras, Inc. - Catalyst Rx and AvMed Health Plans Enter into Pharmacy Services Agreement

HealthLeaders-InterStudy - Insurance Giant Leverages Technology to Enhance Offerings

HealthLeaders-InterStudy - Wilmington, Del.-area Hospitals Turn to Expansions and Improvements to Keep Patients Closer to Home

Healthvision - Healthvision to Sponsor's Southwest Virginia Tech Council's Medical Technology Summit

Heart Attack - Investigators at Emory University target heart attack

Heart Disease - Heart Scan Taking Center Stage in Sudden Cardiac Death

Heart Disease - New heart disease data have been reported by S.C. Romero and co-authors

Heart Disease - Study data from G.R. Shroff and co-authors update knowledge of heart disease

Heart Failure - Data on heart failure discussed by researchers at Cleveland Clinic

Heart Failure - New Implant Device Remotely Monitors Heart Failure Patients at Northwestern Memorial's Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute

Heart Failure - Ospedale Niguarda Ca' Granda-Milano Adopts Latest Technology to Treat Patients with Heart Failure

Heart Failure - Single-Pill Combinations Diovan HCT and Exforge Approved in US as First-Line Treatments for High Blood Pressure

Helicobacter pylori - New Study Finds Cranberry Works as Well as Probiotics in Reducing Ulcer Causing Bacteria

Hematology - Reports from R.J. Arceci and colleagues advance knowledge in hematology

Hepatitis C Virus - Findings from E. Sikuler and co-researchers advance knowledge in hepatitis C virus

HighPoint Solutions Llc - HighPoint Solutions Selected by One of World's Largest Pharmaceutical Companies to Migrate 50+ Websites

Hill Schwartz Spilker Keller LLC - U.S. Tax Court Upholds HSSK Valuation in Stock Gift Case; Rules Doctors Must Pay Back Taxes and Penalties

Hitachi Medical Systems America Inc. - Hitachi Completes First OASIS Installation

HIV/AIDS - amfAR Urges Iran to Release Missing HIV/AIDS Doctors

HIV/AIDS - Landmark Global Survey of People Living with HIV and AIDS Shows Concerning Results that Side Effects are Leading Cause for U.S. Respondents to Discontinue or Switch Treatment Regimens

HIV/AIDS - Monogram Biosciences Launches First Resistance Assay for HIV Integrase Inhibitors

HIV/AIDS - Pooled-Analysis of 54 Clinical Studies Shows No Increased Risk of Heart Attack With Abacavir Therapy

HIV/AIDS - Studies from University of California in the area of HIV/AIDS published

HLTH Corporation - HLTH Corporation Announces Second Quarter Financial Results

Hoana Medical, Inc. - Hoana Medical Expands Partnership With the Queen's Medical Center to Improve Patient Safety

HP - Gwinnett Speeds Time to Diagnosis and Treatment with HP Medical Archive Solution

Humana Inc. - Humana Announces 2009 Humana Preferred Network in Southeast Wisconsin, Exclusive Health Plan for Business Health Care Group

Humana Inc. - Humana Reports Second Quarter Financial Results; Increases Projected 2008 EPS; Provides Updates on Acquisition and Share Repurchase Activity

Humana Inc. - New PlanPointer Online Tool Guides Consumers Looking for Individual Health Insurance with HumanaOne

Hypertension - Studies from National Taiwan University yield new data on hypertension

Hypertension - Studies from Ohio State University have provided new information about hypertension

Hypertension Prevention - Reports summarize hypertension prevention research from University of British Columbia, Department of Family Practice

Hyperuricemia - Summer Barbecues Can Be Dangerous in Unexpected Ways

I-Flow Corporation - I-Flow Reports 21% Increase in Total Revenues for the Second Quarter of 2008 to $35.3 Million Versus $29.1 Million for the Second Quarter of 2007

Immunotherapy - New immunotherapy findings from Roswell Park Cancer Institute described

IMPAX Laboratories, Inc. - IMPAX Reports Positive Results in Phase III Trial with IPX056

Impulse Monitoring, Inc. - Impulse Monitoring and Ellis Hospital Ink Agreement for IONM Services

Imris Inc. - IMRISneuro at Central DuPage Hospital will be the first in the Chicago area

Indiana University - Communication gap exists between seniors and surgeons, study finds

Inflammatory Bowel Disease - Researchers from Kaiser Permanente detail new studies and findings in the area of inflammatory bowel disease

Influenza Epidemiology - Research conducted at National Taiwan University has updated our knowledge about influenza epidemiology

InfoMedics, Inc. - InfoMedics, Inc. Moves to Expanded New Headquarters

Informatics Corporation of America - Informatics Corporation of America Takes Formula for Vanderbilt Success to the Healthcare Market

Informed Decisions, LLC - Metcare of Florida Deploys Informed Decisions' eMPOWERx E-Prescribing Patient Care System

InnerWireless, Inc. - Silicon Valley's New El Camino Hospital To Have Complete Wireless Coverage and Full Clinical Mobility With InnerWireless

InterComponentWare Ag - ICW LifeSensor Passes Performance Benchmark

InterGenetics - U.S. Commercial Market Widens for Distribution of First Multi-Factor Genetics-Based Breast Cancer Risk Test

Internal Medicine - New internal medicine study findings reported from University of Pittsburgh

Internal Medicine - Research on internal medicine described by J.T. Berger and colleagues

Internal Medicine - Studies by N. Kirschner and co-authors describe new findings in internal medicine

IPC The Hospitalist Company, Inc. - IPC the Hospitalist Company Completes Acquisition of Hospitalists of America

ISTA Pharmaceuticals, Inc. - ISTA Pharmaceuticals Reports Second Quarter 2008 Financial Results

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. - Jacobs Is Selected by Children's Hospital of Orange County to Manage Construction of New Patient Tower

JAMA and Archives Journals - Highly active antiretroviral therapy of similar benefit for HIV-infected injection drug users

JAMA and Archives Journals - International panel updates treatment guidelines for HIV infection

Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Inc. - Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2008 Financial Results

Kaiser Permanente - Kaiser Permanente Becomes Presenting Sponsor for Pasadena Marathon

Kidney Failure - Findings from S.T. Crowley and co-authors provide new insights into kidney failure

Kidney Failure - Research on kidney failure reported by P.M. Just et al

KLS Martin Lp - New Sternal Closure Device Provides Improved Stability and Reduced Pain for Heart Patients

Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings - LabCorp Launches Chronic Kidney Disease Program

Life Sciences - Family Practice of Grand Island Clinic Contracts With NovaRad for PACS

Life Sciences - HealthCare Insight Expands Executive Team

Life Sciences - Hospira Wins BusinessWeek IDEA Design Award

Life Sciences - Longitude Health Launches Collaborative Approach to Lowering Healthcare Costs and Improving Productivity for Mid-Sized Companies

Life Sciences - New findings reported from Wycombe Hospital describe advances in pediatric in children

Life Sciences - New life sciences research reported from Derriford Hospital

Life Sciences - New life sciences research reported from University of Oklahoma

Life Sciences - Novovision Debuts NovoPath Secondary Report Interface Module

Life Sciences - Providence Health and Services Selects Sentri7 to Improve Quality Indicators by Enhancing Pharmacy Clinical Services

Life Sciences - Reports from Erasmus University highlight recent research in life sciences

Life Sciences - Reports on life sciences findings from Columbia University provide new insights

Life Sciences - Reports outline life sciences study findings from Merck & Company, Inc.

Life Sciences - Research in the area of life sciences reported from Vrije University Brussel

Life Sciences - Research on life sciences published by scientists at University of North Carolina, Medical Department

Life Sciences - Research on life sciences reported by D.E. Fetterolf et al

Life Sciences - Research results from University of North Carolina update understanding of life sciences

Life Sciences - Researchers at University of Missouri have published new data on life sciences

Life Sciences - Studies from M.A. Morgan et al further understanding of life sciences

Life Sciences - Studies from University of Manchester in the area of life sciences described

Life Sciences - Study results from R. Horswell and colleagues broaden understanding of life sciences

Life Sciences - Study results from University of Zurich broaden understanding of life sciences

Life Sciences - VAP Cholesterol Test Bolsters Biophysical Health Assessment; Biophysical Corporation adds advanced cholesterol testing capabilities

Long-QT Syndrome - Study findings on long-qt syndrome are outlined in reports from University of Amsterdam

Luminetx Corporation - Luminetx Ends First Half on Upward Trend

Lung Cancer - American Lung Association Offers Olympic Spectators Tips to Stay Healthy in Beijing

Magnetic Resonance - Studies in the area of magnetic resonance reported from University of Barcelona

Managed Care - California Health Plans Preparing for Language Assistance Regulation

Managed Care - Kaiser Foundation Health Plan and Hospitals' Second Quarter Results Enable Investments in Health Programs and Infrastructure

Managed Care - Regence Introduces Rewards to 'Activate' Members Toward Healthy Living

Mark Farrah Associates - Mark Farrah Associates Examines Emerging Individual Health Insurance Market

Marketing and Licensing Agreements - Thomson Reuters and CareEvolution Collaborate to Empower Physicians to Improve Care Coordination

Massachusetts General Hospital - Growth hormone reduces abdominal fat, cardiovascular risk in HIV patients on antiviral therapy

Matria Healthcare, LLC - Matria Healthcare Provides Critical Support to New Moms Through MaternaLink Postpartum Depression Screening Program

Mayo Clinic - August 2008 Mayo Clinic Women's HealthSource Highlights Avoiding Blood Pressure Increase at Menopause, Healthful Benefits of Dark Chocolate and Scheduling a Colorectal Exam

McGill University - How 'hidden mutations' contribute to HIV drug resistance

McKesson - Saint Vincent Health System to Connect Caregivers with McKesson's Horizon Clinicals Solution

Medical Action Industries Inc. - Medical Action Industries Reports Record Revenues for the Fiscal 2009 First Quarter

Medical Ethics - Researchers at University of Oslo publish new data on medical ethics

Medical Justice Services Inc. - Medical Justice Services Inc. Now Offers Online Anti-Defamation Service

Medical Research - Reports outline medical research study findings from N. Zinner and colleagues

Medicare and Medicaid - Council for Quality Respiratory Care Response to Incidents of Medicare Fraud and Abuse

Medicare and Medicaid - Dole, Burr Praised for Helping Lead Senate Effort to Stop $21.8 North Carolina Medicare Cuts

Medicare and Medicaid - End Widespread Myth Social Security Faltering, but Fix Medicare Urge Ex-Hill Committee on Aging Chief/National Democratic Strategist Robert Weiner and Former Senior Hill Aide John Larmett in Palm Beach Post Op-Ed

Medicare and Medicaid - Kansas Health Policy Authority Awards Thomson Reuters Contract for Health Care Data Integration and Analysis Initiative

Medicare and Medicaid - Metropolitan Health Networks Reports 2008 Second Quarter Results

Medicare and Medicaid - Researchers from Bentley College describe findings in medicare and medicaid

Medicare and Medicaid - Scientists at University of Washington detail research in medicare and medicaid

Medicare and Medicaid - Senator Elizabeth Dole Praised for Leading Successful Effort to Derail $22.1 Million North Carolina Medicare Cuts

Medicare and Medicaid - Senator Norm Coleman Praised for Leading Successful Effort to Derail $11.4 Million Minnesota Medicare Cuts

Medicare and Medicaid - Senator Susan Collins Praised for Leading Successful Effort to Derail $4.3 Million Maine Medicare Cuts

Medicare and Medicaid - Shays Praised for Helping Lead Effort in Washington to Stop Medicare Cuts From Going Into Effect

Medicare and Medicaid - State of Arkansas Extends Contract with U.S. Preventive Medicine for BirthWait(R) Medicaid Health Management Program

Medicare and Medicaid - Studies from Exponent, Inc. in the area of medicare and medicaid published

Medicare and Medicaid - Studies from St. Louis University in the area of medicare and medicaid published

Medicare and Medicaid - Studies from University of California in the area of medicare and medicaid published

Medicare and Medicaid - Touchstone Health Members Get Access to Customized Medicare Transplant Solutions

Medicare and Medicaid - U.S. Representatives Gohmert, Granger, E.B. Johnson Praised by THCA for Helping Lead House Effort to Stop $45.6 Million Texas Medicare Cuts

Medicare and Medicaid - WellPoint Appoints Krista A. Bowers as President of Senior Business

MediMin, Inc. - MediMin, Inc. Signs Long-Term Contract with Bashas' for Medical Clinics

MedQuist Inc. - MedQuist Announces Completion of Transaction

MEDRAD, INC. - MEDRAD Installs First Intego PET Infusion System

MedTouch - MedTouch Expands Offerings, Increases Efficiency, and Accelerates Growth

Medtronic, Inc. - Medtronic Starts U.S. Arm of Global Study Comparing Safety of Endeavor and Cypher Drug-Eluting Stents

MedVentive - MedVentive CEO Dr. Jonathan Niloff to Speak at 6TH Annual World Congress Leadership Summit for Healthcare Quality in Boston

Meniscus Educational Institute MEI - Meniscus Educational Institute Receives "Accreditation with Commendation for Excellence" from the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education

Menopause - Research from R. Hess and co-researchers yields new findings on menopause

Mental Health - OptumHealth Provides Touchstone Health Members Mental Health and Substance Abuse Treatment Solutions

Mental Health - Recent findings in mental health described by D.R. Hoover and colleagues

Mental Illness - Data from R. Banerjea et al provide new insights into mental illness

Meritech, Inc. - Meritech's CleanTech ELF and CleanTech IC receive NSF International Approval

Michael Moretti, "Global Body Shaping Market Analysis," March 2006) - New Anti-Cellulite Treatment Prepares Women for Fall's Short Skirts

Molina Healthcare, Inc. - Molina Healthcare to Enter Florida with Acquisition of Florida NetPASS

Myeloma - Cancer Researchers and Oncologists Offer a Clinical Trial for Multiple Myeloma Patients

National Committee for Quality Assurance NCQA - New NCQA Web Site Details New York Health Plans Performance on Standards of Physician Quality Measurement

National Research Corporation - National Research Corporation Announces Second Quarter 2008 Results and Third Quarter Dividend

Nationwide Health Properties, Inc. - Dr. Jeffrey Rush and Richard Gilchrist Join NHP Board of Directors

Neck Pain - Research from David Grant USAF Medical Center, Department of Physical Therapy has provided new data on neck pain

Nematode - Research in the area of nematode reported from Columbia University

NeuroMetrix, Inc. - NeuroMetrix, Inc. Reports Total Revenues of $8.5 Million for the Second Quarter of 2008

New York- Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center - Disparities in prostate cancer treatment suggest ways to improve care

NewCardio, Inc. - NewCardio Names Ihor Gussak, M.D., Ph.D., FACC Chief Medical Officer

NIH/National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute - Sleep apnea linked to increased risk of death

Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma - Study data from Columbia University update understanding of non-hodgkin lymphoma

Northwest Hospital and Medical Center - 31 Northwest Hospital Physicians Named Among Seattle's Top Doctors by Seattle Metropolitan Magazine

Noteworthy Medical Systems, Inc. - Noteworthy Medical Systems Acquires MARS Medical Systems

Noven Pharmaceuticals, Inc. - Noven Announces Final FDA Approval of Stavzor for the Treatment of Bipolar Disorder, Seizures and Migraine Headaches

Noven Pharmaceuticals, Inc. - Noven Announces Triggering of $25 Million Daytrana Sales Milestone

Nuance Communications, Inc. - More Than 70,000 Healthcare Providers Use Dragon Medical for Voice-Driven Clinical Documentation

Nursing - Research findings from Marquette University update understanding of nursing

Nursing - Research from Umea University in nursing provides new insights

Obesity and Diabetes - New obesity and diabetes research from Rutgers University outlined

Obstetrics and Gynecology - Researchers from University of Michigan describe findings in obstetrics and gynecology

Octapharma - Octapharma Agrees to Acquire 33 Plasma Centers Throughout the U.S. from International BioResources

Oculus Innovative Sciences, Inc. - Oculus Innovative Sciences Reports 59% Increase in First Quarter Product Revenue

Oncology - US Oncology Reports Second Quarter 2008 Results

Orthopedics - Alabama Orthopaedic Specialists, P.A., Embraces SRSsofts Scalable, Easy-to-Use Solution

Oscient Pharmaceuticals Corporation - Oscient Pharmaceuticals Promotes Mark A. Glickman to Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing

Palliative Care - Studies from B. Andre and colleagues reveal new findings on palliative care

Pediatrics - IPC the Hospitalist Company Enters Ohio and Pennsylvania Markets

Pediatrix Medical Group, Inc. - Pediatrix Earns 80 Cents from Continuing Operations in Second Quarter

Phoenix Health Systems, Inc. - Phoenix Health Systems Awarded Level 2 Carnegie Mellon University eSCM-SP Certification

Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine - Physicians' Group Responds to Smear Tactics by American Meat Institute and Tobacco/Meat Industry Front Group

Premier Inc. - Premier Healthcare Alliance Experts to Present at National Events in August

Premier Inc. - Premier Healthcare Alliance Now Recruiting Teams for 8th Annual Collaborative Breakthrough Series

Prostate Cancer Prognosis - Research from T. Steuber and co-researchers in the area of prostate cancer prognosis described

Psoriasis - Data on psoriasis discussed by A.D. Cohen and colleagues

Public Health - Research results from B.M. Kurth and colleagues update understanding of public health

QHR - Collaborative Efforts Prove Effective for QHR Client Hospitals Gritman Medical Center and Neighboring Pullman Regional Hospital

QuadraMed Corporation - QuadraMed Launches Next-Generation Identity Management Solution for Health Systems and HIEs

Radiology - Research on radiology discussed by scientists at University of Chicago, Department of Radiology

Raynaud Phenomenon - Researchers from University of Milan detail findings in raynaud phenomenon

Rectal Cancer - Reports on rectal cancer findings from K. Davey and co-researchers provide new insights

Rehabilitation Research - $1.7 Million National Brain Injury Grant Awarded to DMC Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan

Research and Markets Ltd. - State and Local Health Care IT Market, 2007-2012

Research Australia - Health-care system leaves patients, medicos in the waiting room

Rheumatic Disease - Investigators at St. James Hospital release new data on rheumatic disease

Schizophrenia - New schizophrenia data have been reported by researchers at DoctorsManagement, LLC

Sinusitis - NIH Funds $1M Research at Quest Product Development and University of Colorado for New Digitally-Controlled Endoscopes

Sjogren Syndrome - Researchers from National Technical University, Medical Department report on findings in Sjogren syndrome

SK&A - SK&A Issues New Report on Healthcare Marketing Channel Utilization

Skin Cancer - Skin Health: Priceless

Smart Association, Inc. - Lake Pointe Medical Center Announces Installation of LifeMed Software by SMART Association

Social Science - New social science findings from University of Montreal described

Sorin Group - Sorin Group Announces FDA Approval and First U.S. Implant of the World's Smallest Implantable Dual Chamber Pacemaker

SpectraCell Laboratories - SpectraCell Laboratories Now Offers Aspirin Response Testing

SpectraCell Laboratories - SpectraCell Laboratories Now Offers Aspirin Response Testing(TM)

Spinal Disorders - SpineMark Appoints Dr. Rudolf Bertagnoli Chairman of International Medical Advisory Board

St. Jude Medical, Inc. - St. Jude Medical Announces Japanese Approval of the Durata Defibrillation Lead

Stem Cell Research - NeoStem Forges Ahead in Its Plan to Open Adult Stem Cell Collection Centers in Key Locations that Can Serve as Hubs to Service Clients Nationwide

Stereotaxis, Inc. - Stereotaxis Reports Record Second Quarter Revenue

Surgery - New surgery research from S.D. Kalyani and co-researchers described

Surgery - Reports summarize surgery research from University of Utah

Surgery - The First Ever Transplantation World-Wide of Entire Arms at the "Klinikum rechts der Isar" in Munich

SynCardia Systems, Inc. - CardioWest Artificial Heart Approved for Highest Reimbursement in CMS History

Take Care Health Systems - Take Care Health Systems Nurse Practitioner Appointed to the Kansas State Board of Nursing

The Advisory Board Company - The Advisory Board Company Reports Fiscal Year 2009 First Quarter Results

The Medicines Company - The Medicines Company's Cleviprex Receives FDA Approval

The University of California, Irvine Extension - UC Irvine Extension Offers Clinical Data Management

Thoma Cressey Bravo - U.S. Renal Care Appoints Chief Medical Officer

Thyroid Cancer - Investigators at University of Wisconsin target thyroid cancer

Thyroid Cancer - Studies from J. Wong et al in the area of thyroid cancer described

TNS - UK Physicians Fear New Revalidation Procedures Will Reduce Morale, Decrease Time with Patients and Belittle GP Professionalism, According to New TNS Healthcare Research

Toothache - New toothache findings from K.J. Heard and co-authors described

Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. - Iowa Heart Purchases First Toshiba Aplio Artida Ultrasound System

Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. - Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography Names Young Investigators Award Winners

TriMix Laboratories Llc - TriMix Laboratories Announces New Partnership With American Pharmacy Solutions

Type 2 Diabetes - New research on type 2 diabetes from R.M. Bergenstal and co-authors summarized

Type 2 Diabetes - Studies from E.S. Huang and colleagues provide new data on type 2 diabetes

U.S. Bank - U.S. Bank Names New Healthcare Solutions Executive

U.S. Department of Justice - Two Physicians Plead Guilty in International Internet Pharmacy Conspiracy

U.S. Preventive Medicine - City of Tempe, Arizona Extends Contract with U.S. Preventive Medicine for Employee Health Management Program

U.S. Preventive Medicine - National Committee for Quality Assurance Selects U.S. Preventive Medicine for Health Promotion Pilot Project

United Food and Commercial Workers Union, Local 791 - Shaw's Supermarkets Contract Demands May Force Workers to Strike

Unitrin, Inc. - Unitrin, Inc. Reports Second Quarter Results

Universal American Corp. - Universal American Corp. Reports Second Quarter 2008 Results and Maintains 2008 Guidance

University of California - San Diego - Lowering cholesterol early in life could save lives

University of Cincinnati - Study shows residents may benefit most from time in the clinic

University of Missouri-Columbia - Making patients move requires the right exercise advice

University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine - Analysis of quickly stopped Rx orders provides new tool for reducing medical errors

Urinary Tract Infections - Study findings from K. Lin et al provide new insights into urinary tract infections

Vapotherm, Inc. - Vapotherm Precision Flow Receives FDA 510k Clearance

Verispan - Verispan: Merck Advances to No. 1 with Managed Care Executives

Virginia Hospital Center - Virginia Hospital Center Opens Child Care Center for Employees and Community

Vistakon, a division of Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc. - BE THE BEST YOU CAN BE in Sports, Work, & Beyond

Vistakon, a division of Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc. - BE THE BEST YOU CAN BE(TM) in Sports, Work, & Beyond

Vital Images, Inc. - ViTAL U(TM), Vital Images' Education Center, to Offer Continuing Medical Education (CME) Courses

Walgreens-OptionCare - Walgreens-OptionCare Announces Joint Venture with Idaho-Based MedNow

Washington State Health Care Authority - Patient-Doctor Partnership -- AccessMyHealth.org -- Surveys Washingtonians About Privacy and Confidentiality of Online Personal Health Information

Women's Health - Research reports on women's health from Washington University, Medical Department provide new insights

World Health Organization - Scientists at University of California describe research in world health organization

XenoPort, Inc. - XenoPort Appoints Per G. H. Lofberg to Board

Xoran Technologies - MiniCAT CT Scans Purr with Mini-Radiation Dose

Zynchros, Inc. - Zynchros & ACS Partner to Deliver Automated PDL Management and Reporting to the Medicaid Market

Zynx Health - Zynx Health Accelerates Standardization of Order Sets at Christiana Care Health System



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