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CHU Montpellier - American Heart Journals Publishes Results From ERATO Trial Showing Dronedarone Multaq Improves Ventricular Rate Control in Patients With Permanent Atrial Fibrillation

CIGNA - CIGNA Encourages Consumers to Do Their Life Insurance Homework This Month

CIGNA - CIGNA Recognized for Return-to-Work Program; Wins Life and Health Insurance Foundation for Education's realLIFEstories Contest

CIGNA - Dr. Charles Smith Named Chief Medical Officer for CIGNA's Wellness, Lifestyle Management and Coaching Programs

Clinical Trial Research - Landmark SYNTAX Trial Reports Comparable Safety Outcomes for Complex Patients Treated With TAXUS(R) Express2(TM) Stents or Bypass Surgery

Cogdell Spencer Inc. - Cogdell Spencer Announces First Synergy Project in Pensacola, Florida

Colon Cancer - Previstage(TM) GCC Colorectal cancer staging test featured in Expert Reviews article

Colon Cancer - Researchers from University of Haifa discuss findings in colon cancer

Congestive Heart Failure - LifeMasters Improves Health of Medicare and Medicaid Recipients in Florida

Conseco Insurance Company - ConsecoLifeOptions Launched by Conseco Insurance Company as New Universal Life Product

Cordis Corporation - Clinical Data Indicate that Percutaneous Coronary Intervention with the CYPHER Sirolimus-eluting Coronary Stent Is Comparable to Bypass Surgery in Key Safety Measures in Patients with Diabetes and Multi-Vessel Disease

Covidien - Covidien Launches Evident Microwave Ablation System Offering Surgical Oncologists and Interventional Radiologists Fast, Efficient Tool to Ablate Soft Tissue

Critical Care - Double-Digit Growth Expected for Hemodynamic and Neurological Patient Monitoring Markets Over the Next Five Years

Cumberland Pharmaceuticals Inc. - Cumberland Pharmaceuticals Taps Industry Veteran for Key Executive Position

Dairyland Healthcare Solutions - Randolph Medical Center Selects Dairyland Healthcare Solutions as Technology Partner in One of America's First Data Exchanges between Non-Affiliated Hospitals

DAS, a division of Omnicom Group Inc. - Sharon Callahan Joins Diversified Agency Services Unit of Omnicom Group

Decision Resources, Inc. - Decision Resources, Inc. Launches New Web Site

Depression - New findings in depression described by J.M. Bolton and co-researchers

Depression - Studies from J.G. Bramness and colleagues provide new data on depression

DocSite, LLC - DocSite Patient Registry Makes 2008 Medicare PQRI Bonus a Two-Day Project

Drug Abuse - Recent findings in drug abuse described by researchers from Inflexxion, Inc.

Drug Resistance - Research from University of Missouri in the area of drug resistance published

Duke University Medical Center - Data on investigational Factor Xa compound presented at European heart meeting

Duke University Medical Center - Post-marketing studies finding adverse events in drugs used in children

Eclipsys Corporation - Methodist Hospital of Southern California Enjoys Rapid Activation of Eclipsys Sunrise Clinical Manager as Foundation for Integrated EMR

Electronic Patient Records - EZ-CAP, InterComponentWare Form Strategic Partnership

Emory University - Arteries from distinct regions of the body have unique immune functions

Endocrine Research - Custom Briefings Announces Launch of Endocrine Daily Briefing

Enzyme Research - Studies from Medical University of South Carolina have provided new data on enzyme research

EthicAd - Prescription Drug Advertising Subject of New FDA Web Site for Consumers

European Society of Cardiology - Results of the APPRAISE-I dose guiding trial

Family Medicine - Researchers at University of Iowa have published new data on family medicine

Fibroids - Society of Interventional Radiology Applauds Report's Uterine Fibroid Embolization Recommendations

Fibromyalgia - Important Information on Fibromyalgia and Access to Treatments

Fitch Ratings - Fitch Affirms CIGNA's Ratings

Fitch Ratings - Fitch Affirms Mary Wade Home Connecticut Revs at 'A-'; Outlook Revised to Negative

Fitch Ratings - Fitch Places Halifax Health on Rating Watch Positive

Forest City Enterprises, Inc. - Forest City Breaks Ground at Colorado Science + Technology Park at Fitzsimons

Gene Therapy - American College of Rheumatology Research and Education Foundation Awards New Research Grants for Innovative Rheumatoid Arthritis Research

Genetics & Genomics - Your Baby's First Genetic Test: Five Questions for Parents to Ask About Newborn Screening in Commemoration of National Newborn Screening Month from the American College of Medical Genetics (ACMG)

Gestational Diabetes - New findings from C. Kim and co-authors in the area of gestational diabetes published

GlycoMimetics, Inc. - GlycoMimetics, Inc. Commences Phase 1 Clinical Trial of Lead Drug Candidate

Grange Life Insurance - Protecting Your Greatest Asset: Grange Insurance Provides Life Insurance Tips in Recognition of Life Insurance Awareness Month

Greenbranch Publishing - Ground-Breaking Seminar Developed Specifically for Doctors and their Spouse/Significant Other

Gullapalli & Associates - Novel Collaborative Educational Initiative on Constipation to Supply Patient-Level Outcomes Data to Multidisciplinary Providers

Harvard School of Public Health - Physicians urged to broaden suicide prevention by addressing access to guns with patients

Hayes Management Consulting - Hayes Management Consulting Joins Ranks of Inc. 5000

Health and Medicine - New health and medicine research from University of Leipzig outlined

Health Insurance - Texas Sen. Kip Averitt Honored as 'Champion for Children' by the AMERIGROUP Foundation

Health Monitor Network - New York Giants Launch New Health Magazine With Health Monitor Network, Leading Patient-Education Publisher, and Create Largest Sports / Health Venture in the Country

HealthGate Data Corp. - 'HealthGate Governance' Application Addresses Mounting Requirements for Governance, Transparency and Accountability in Healthcare Quality and Improvement Initiatives

HealthLeaders-InterStudy - Growing Uninsured Population Brings Challenges to Cape Coral-Fort Myers, Florida Market

HealthMarkets, Inc. - HealthMarkets Adds Chief Marketing Officer; New Chief Actuary Also Joins Management Team

HealthTronics, Inc. - HealthTronics Reaffirms Bid for Endocare

Heart Disease - Data on heart disease discussed by S.M. Dunlay and colleagues

Heart Failure - New Data Shows Prescription Omega-3 Acid Ethyl Esters Reduced the Incidence of Death in Heart Failure Patients

Heartbeat Digital - Heartbeat Digital Recognized as Google Adwords-Qualified Agency

Henry Schein, Inc. - Henry Schein Disaster Relief Hotline Stands Ready to Support Dental, Medical, and Veterinary Customers

Hepatocellular Cancer - Studies from T.M. Chen and colleagues provide new data on hepatocellular cancer

HighPoint Patient Services - Osteoporosis Patients in Dallas/Fort Worth Gain Access to New, More Accurate Bone Density Diagnostic Device

HIV/AIDS - Abbott Fund to Build First Pediatric HIV/AIDS Clinic in Tanzania

HIV/AIDS - The HealthCentral Network Acquires TheBody.com, the Number One Interactive Resource for HIV Communities

Hoana Medical, Inc. - Hoana Medical Acquires CE Mark to Expand Patient Safety Technology to European Market

Humana Inc. - Humana Completes Acquisition of Metcare Health Plans, Inc.

Hypertension - Investigators at Yonsei University release new data on hypertension

Hyperthyroidism - Studies from Karolinska University have provided new data on hyperthyroidism

Incontinence - New incontinence research reported from M. Vella and co-authors

Incontinence - Study findings from Brown University broaden understanding of incontinence

Incontinence - Study results from S.I.M.F. Ismail and colleagues in the area of incontinence published

Infor - Infor Helps Health Care Providers Address Performance Challenges and Meet Financial Goals

Informatics Corporation of America - Health IT Aligns Hospitals and Physicians as New Models Emerge to Deliver Community-Based Patient Care

Inverness Medical - Inverness Medical Launches Portable Blood Testing Monitor to Warn Patients and Their Physicians of Potential Blood Clots

Irritable Bowel Syndrome - State University of New York reports research in irritable bowel syndrome

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions - Most vaccine-allergic children can still be safely vaccinated, Hopkins experts say

Kellogg Company - Celebrities May Have the Genes, but You Can Own Their Jeans

Knee Osteoarthritis - Research on knee osteoarthritis published by N. Hitzeman et al

Laryngeal Cancer - Data on laryngeal cancer published by researchers at Vrije University Amsterdam

Life Sciences - AC Group Releases White Paper on Medical Legal EHRs

Life Sciences - Findings from University of Marburg provide new insights into life sciences

Life Sciences - Findings in life sciences in adolescents reported from INSERM

Life Sciences - Landmark study leads to concern over the safety and cleanliness of MRI's

Life Sciences - New life sciences in children research from Columbia University outlined

Life Sciences - New research on life sciences from S.D. Passik and co-authors summarized

Life Sciences - Recent studies from Center for Health add new data to life sciences

Life Sciences - Reports from University of the Philippines add new data to research in life sciences

Life Sciences - Research data from City University of New York update understanding of life sciences

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

Life Sciences - Research results from M. Blaivas and co-authors update knowledge of life sciences

Life Sciences - Research results from University of Washington, Department of Pediatrics update knowledge of life sciences

Life Sciences - Scientists at University of Washington, Department of Pediatrics target life sciences

Life Sciences - Studies conducted at R. Mirkes et al on life sciences recently published

Life Sciences - Study results from Columbia University, New York State Psychiatric Institute broaden understanding of life sciences

Life Sciences - UFS Burn Center tests virtual reality disaster training

Liver Transplant - Research results from Virginia Commonwealth University update understanding of liver transplant

Liver Transplant - University of California details research in liver transplant

Liza Figueroa Kravinsky - Palin's Looks May Hurt or Help, Says Beauty Filmmaker

Lupus Therapy - Reports from University College, Department of Medicine describe recent advances in lupus therapy

LVI Global - Neuromuscular Dentists Don't Just Take Care of Your Mouth

Macular Degeneration - New findings reported from J.C. Javitt and co-authors describe advances in macular degeneration

Magnetic Resonance - Research from Seoul National University provides new data about magnetic resonance

Malnutrition - New Solution for Malnourished Dialysis Patients

Mayo Clinic - Mayo Clinic develops improved tool to rank sickest patients waiting for liver transplants

McMaster University - Global study shows telmisartan reduces outcome of cardiovascular death, heart attack or stroke

Medical Consultants Network, Inc. - MCN Awarded Department of Labor Contract for Southeast

Medicare and Medicaid - Companion Data Services Awarded Additional Medicare Data Center Contract

Medicare and Medicaid - Demystifying Medicare and Long Term Care Insurance - Healthcare Liaison Workshop 9/20 Shows Consumers How to Make Choices

Medicare and Medicaid - FindACode.com Officially Launches New Online Medical Coding Web Service

Medicare and Medicaid - Innovative Program Helps Redirect Health Care Needs From the Emergency Room to the Doctor's Office

Medicare and Medicaid - Metropolitan Health Networks Amends Agreement With Humana To Expand Florida PSN Service Area

Medicare and Medicaid - New medicare and medicaid study findings have been reported from D.T. Gray et al

Medicare and Medicaid - Power Mobility Coalition Voices Concern Over Government Reports Outlining Lack of Oversight in the Medicare Durable Medical Equipment Benefit

MEDSEEK - Park Ridge Hospital "Go Live" Completes Phase I of Western North Carolina HIE Powered by MEDSEEK Physician Portal

Medtral New Zealand - Medtral New Zealand Addresses Surgical Risks by Providing Automatic Contingency Insurance for Its Patients

Medtronic, Inc. - Evidence Supports Utility of Remote Patient Management and Fluid Monitoring Alerts to Potentially Reduce Heart Failure Hospitalisations

Mental Health - New findings in mental health described from Behavioral Health Research Center of the Southwest

Mental Health - Recent findings from O.A. Bjertnaes and co-authors highlight research in mental health

Mental Illness - Report summarizes mental illness study findings from D.W. Bradford and co-researchers

National Hispanic Health Foundation - President/CEO of National Hispanic Medical Association Dr. Elena Rios to Address Health Care and Health Disparities Tonight at Republican National Convention

National Hispanic Medical Association - President/CEO of National Hispanic Medical Association Dr. Elena Rios Addresses Health Care and Health Disparities at Republican National Convention

National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization NHPCO - National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization Calls for Increased Access to Palliative Care in Critical Care Settings

Nationwide Children's Hospital - Study: Teen suicide spike was no fluke

Nature's Healthy Supplements, Inc. - Insomnia: Difficulty Falling Asleep or Staying Asleep, Waking Up Too Early, or Waking Up Feeling Unrefreshed Is Epidemic in the Adult Population

Necrotizing Enterocolitis - Findings in necrotizing enterocolitis reported from G. Stout and co-researchers

New York Blood Center - 9/11 Hero in Need of Life-Saving Bone Marrow Match

North Shore-LIJ Health System - LIJ Breaks Ground on $300M Inpatient Pavilion to House Katz Women's Hospital, 88 Private Patient Rooms for Mothers, Parents and Family Members

NorthPoint Domain, Inc. - NorthPoint Domain's Clinical Education Content Featured in Laptop Learning(TM) Intranet at VIVA(TM) 08 Symposium for Vascular Medicine

Nuclear Medicine - New nuclear medicine study findings have been reported by H.J. Hsieh and colleagues

Obesity - American Academy of Family Physicians and MetLife Foundation Collaborate to Introduce New Approach to Problem of Childhood Obesity

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder - Scientists at University Hospital target obsessive-compulsive disorder

Obstetrics and Gynecology - Recent findings in obstetrics and gynecology described by researchers from University of Texas

Ohio State University - Synthetic moleculues could add spice to fight against cancer

Oncology - Recent findings in oncology described by researchers from Children's Hospital

Ophthalmology - Investigators at University of Naples target ophthalmology

Orthopedics - Studies from Drexel University, Medical Department further understanding of orthopedics

Osteoarthritis - Recent findings from J.P. Huskin and co-authors highlight research in osteoarthritis

Ovarian Cancer - National Ovarian Cancer Coalition and CSI: Miami Star Eva La Rue Launch Eva's Divas in Hollywood to Educate Women Nationwide About Ovarian Cancer

Pain Management - Anesiva Announces Appointment of William Houghton, M.D. as Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer

Pain Management - New pain management research from J.M. Harris and co-researchers described

Pain Management - Research from J.M. Harris and co-authors reveals new findings on pain management

Paralysis - Research data from Wayne State University, Medical Department update understanding of paralysis

Pediatrics - MAP Pharmaceuticals Appoints Alan H. Cohen, M.D., as Vice President, Clinical Development and Medical Affairs, Pulmonary

Pediatrics - New Genes Found for Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Children

Pediatrix Medical Group, Inc. - Pediatrix Completes New $350 Million Credit Facility

Perot Systems - Photos: Perot Systems Expands Healthcare Market Initiatives with Launch of Revenue Cycle Solutions Ad Campaign

Personality Disorders - New personality disorders study findings recently were published by researchers at National Institutes of Health

Pfizer Inc - New Data is Presented on Investigational Oral Anticoagulant Apixaban in Acute Coronary Syndrome Patients

Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America - 'Sharing Miracles' Television Program to Feature Emmy Award-Winning Talk Show Host Montel Williams

Phototherapy - Study findings on phototherapy are outlined in reports from Cairo University

Physiology - Findings from Columbia University advance knowledge in physiology

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders - New data from Hadassah University illuminate research in post-traumatic stress disorders

Precision Dynamics Corporation - Precision Dynamics Releases New Ident-Alert Colored Snaps Providing Hospitals with Quick and Easy Patient Alert ID

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

PrimeDoc Management Services, Inc. - PrimeDoc Hospitalist Group Expands into Specialty Hospital Care

Principal Financial Group - Hope for the Best. Prepare for the Worst. Is Your Life Insurance Policy Adequate?

Protein Therapies - Osprey Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. Completes $11 Million Initial Private Financing

PSC Info Group - PSC Info Group Introduces PAYMENTExpress, an Electronic Bill Presentment and Payment Solution that Helps Healthcare Providers Increase Collections, Accelerate Payments and Cut Costs

Psychiatry - New psychiatry research reported from Massachusetts General Hospital

Pulmonary Embolism - Research on pulmonary embolism detailed by scientists at University of Florence

Quality and Safety In Health Care - Reports from Vanderbilt University add new data to research in quality and safety in health care

Quality and Safety In Health Care - Research reports on quality and safety in health care from University of California provide new insights

Regence - Doctors Get High Marks as Regence Members Share Opinions Online

Rehabilitation Research - Research on rehabilitation research discussed by scientists at Technical University of Dresden, Surgery Department

Renal Disease - Renal Physicians Association and Forum of ESRD Networks Launch Keeping Kidney Patient Safe Web Site

Research and Markets Ltd. - Analyse the Principal Financial Group in This Detailed Company Profile: Providing a SWOT Analysis, Company Overview and Latest Company Statement

Research and Markets Ltd. - Forecasts, and Strategies for Computer Assisted Coding of Medical Information Market Shares with Forecasts for 2008-2014

Resolution Health, Inc. - Resolution Health Engages Johns Hopkins Medicine for New Insights to Improve Quality and Cost Effectiveness of Health Care Delivered to Individuals

Rite Aid Corporation - Rite Aid Launches New Program to Make Refilling Prescriptions Easier; Patients Who Sign up for Courtesy Refill Program Have Chance to Win a 2008 Chevy Malibu Hybrid and $3,000 in Gas Gift Cards

SAFE-BioPharma Association - SAFE-BioPharma Association and CDISC Join Forces to Advance Healthcare Information System Interoperability

Safecor Health, Llc - Safecor Health Acquires Unit-Dose Pharmaceutical Leader RSC

Sayles Werbner - Sayles Werbner Earns Rare Texas Supreme Court Ruling Upholding Punitive Damages Award in Medical Malpractice Case

Schizophrenia - Olanzapine Long-Acting Injection (LAI) Shown to Maintain Treatment Benefit in Schizophrenia for up to Six Months

Schizophrenia - Studies from Washington University, Medical Department update current data on schizophrenia

Schizophrenia Genetics - New schizophrenia genetics research from Psychiatric Institute discussed

SearchMedica.com - SearchMedica Launches Practice Management Search Engine for Medical Professionals

SelfCareNet, Inc. and American Medical Society for Sports Medicine - The American Medical Society for Sports Medicine and SelfCareNet Partner to Develop a Self-Care, Symptom-Based Healthcare Information Content

SeniorBridge - Dr. Eric C. Rackow, President and CEO of SeniorBridge, Has Been Selected for Inclusion in the Princeton Premier Honors Registry

Shire Pharmaceuticals - Families and Organizations Invited to Give BIG for Children in Need

Sickle Cell Anemia - September is National Sickle Cell Awareness Month

Small Cell Lung Cancer Therapy - Investigators at Gyeongsang National University, Department of Internal Medicine release new data on small cell lung cancer therapy

Smile Reminder - Smile Reminder's Personalized Technology Helps Patients See Through the Clutter

Society of Nuclear Medicine - PET scans lead to treatment changes in majority of colorectal cancer patients

Spheris - Spheris Releases Clarity Cornerstone for Clinical Documentation

Spinal Cord Injury Therapy - Researchers from University of Antwerp discuss findings in spinal cord injury therapy

SunLink Health Systems, Inc. - SunLink Health Systems' Trace Regional Hospital Named as One of Thomson Reuters' 2007 Top 100 Performance Improvement Leaders

Surgery - Venous Surgery EMR: SonoSoft Chooses Practice Management Solution MPMsoft as its Medical Billing Software

Surgical Information Systems - MetroSouth Medical Center Partners with Surgical Information Systems

Targanta Therapeutics Corporation - Targanta Therapeutics Announces Positive Top-Line Results from Oritavancin Phase 2 SIMPLIFI Trial

TelaDoc Medical Services - TelaDoc to Provide Advanced Patient Information Sharing and Consumer "House Calls" Using the Microsoft HealthVault Platform

Tenet Healthcare Corporation - Tenet Hospitals Awarded 214 CIGNA HealthCare Quality Designations

Texas Medical Liability Trust - TMLT Reduces Rates for Sixth Consecutive Year Following Texas Tort Reform

The International Medical Travel Association - International Medical Travel Association: Accreditation Agencies with Standardized Infrastructure and Oversight Ensure Quality Care, Patient Safety

THE Stone CLINIC/ Stone Research Foundation - A First-of-its-Kind Career Conference for Top Women Athletes to be Held at the Stone Clinic in San Francisco

The Translational Genomics Research Institute - TGen and Washington University researchers discover new approach to treating endometrial cancer

The Visiting Nurse Association of Greater Philadelphia - The Visiting Nurse Association of Greater Philadelphia Announces New Medical Director of Hospice Care

Thyroid Cancer Therapy - Report summarizes thyroid cancer therapy study findings from University Hospital

Tooth Decay - PA Fluoride NOW Debuts Interactive Map for Residents to Learn if Their Water Has the Best Fluoride Level to Protect Teeth

Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. - St. Elizabeth Medical Center is First Community Hospital to Install the Aquilion ONE Dynamic Volume CT in Emergency Room Setting

Townsend - Townsend Clinics Available to Help With Mental Health Needs Following Gustav

Transfusion Medicine - Study results from C.J.C. Taylor and colleagues in the area of transfusion medicine published

TriZetto - Tailored Care Management Programs Are Key to Payers Managing Highly Complex and Rapidly Growing Senior Populations

Tuberculosis Therapy - Studies from University of Florida, Department of Pharmacy Practice have provided new information about tuberculosis therapy

Type 2 Diabetes - Physicians Eager to Increase Their First- and Second-Line Prescriptions for Januvia Over the Next Two Years for the Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes

U.S. Department of Health & Human Services - HHS Secretary Declares Public Health Emergency for Louisiana, Texas, Mississippi, and Alabama

U.S. Department of Justice - Convicted Medicare Fraud Defendant Pleads Guilty to Laundering More Than $3 Million in Fraudulent Proceeds

U.S. HealthWorks Medical Group - U.S. HealthWorks Medical Group Announces the Acquisition of American Occupational Medicine in San Diego

U.S. Preventive Medicine, Inc. - U.S. Preventive Medicine Appoints Ron Loeppke, M.D. as Co-Chairman of Its National Advisory Board

United American Healthcare Corporation - United American Healthcare Corporation Announces Fiscal 2008 Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results

United Steelworkers - USW, Supporters to Demonstrate at Wayzata Investment Partners Headquarters

UnitedHealth Group - Capital Funding Available to Smaller Health Care Organizations in California's Rural and Underserved Communities

UnitedHealthcare - Saint Elizabeth, the Physician Network and UnitedHealthcare Sign New Multi-Year Agreement

University of Michigan Health System - Sex differences seen in response to common antidepressant

University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center - M. D. Anderson study finds racial disparities in radiation therapy rates for breast cancer

Vessel Disease - SCAI: SYNTAX Data Show PCI Is a Good Option for Patients With Complex Coronary Artery Disease

Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center - Too much calcium in blood may increase risk of fatal prostate cancer

Water Street Healthcare Partners - Water Street Healthcare Partners Closes $650 Million Private Equity Fund

Westchester Medical and Psychiatric Societies - The Decline of Males, Why They Die First; at White Plains Hospital September 17

Wiley-Blackwell - Millions face undiagnosed heart risk say researchers after mass screening

Zynx Health - Zynx Health and NextGen Healthcare Form Strategic Alliance to Provide Clinical Decision Support to Physician Practices