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Susan Hasty, Publisher
Table of Contents . . . December 10th, 2008
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Achalasia - Scientists at Woodville SA target achalasia
Advanced Sterilization Products - ASP Announces Availability of CLEANASCOPE System
Agency for Healthcare Research & Quality - Final Rule Issued for Patient Safety Organizations
Album Creative Studios, Inc. - Album Creative Studios Tailors Big Brand Marketing for Small Businesses
Alfred E. Mann Foundation - Mann Foundation Announces Donation of Two Cochlear Implants from Advanced Bionics
Alliance Hospitality Management, Llc - Media Alert: Alliance Hospitality Announces the Opening of the Cambria Suites - Raleigh/Durham Airport Hotel
Alzheimer Disease - Eisai Inc. and the Alzheimer's Association Announce the Winner of the C.A.R.E. Pharmacy Award
America TeVe - Pellizcame Que Estoy Bailando from America TeVe Becomes the Most Entertaining Choice for a Good Cause in South Florida
Availity, L.L.C. - Availity Achieves 2008 eHealthcare Leadership Award
Bariatrics - Bon Secours St. Mary's Is First Hospital in U.S. to Perform New Gastric Banding Procedure
BioMed Realty Trust, Inc. - BioMed Realty Trust CEO Alan Gold Named National Entrepreneur of the Year(R) 2008 by Ernst & Young LLP in the Real Estate, Construction and Hospitality Category
Biopharmaceuticals - Johnson & Johnson Announces Definitive Agreement to Acquire Omrix
Biotech Business - MichBio Expo Draws Nearly 500 Professionals; Career Day Raises Profile
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island - Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island and Care New England Reach Agreement to Extend Network Participation
BMJ-British Medical Journal - A more rational and scientific approach to AIDS is needed, says expert
Breast Cancer Screening - The Honorable Edward M. Kennedy, Scientists Mina J. Bissell and Susan Band Horwitz, and Philanthropist Jon M. Huntsman to Receive American Cancer Society Highest Honor for Outstanding Contributions to Cancer Fight
Burg Simpson Eldredge Hersh & Jardine, P.C. - Wyoming Legislative Leadership
Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids - Guatemala's Congress Takes Action to Save Lives By Approving Strong Smoke-free Legislation
Candidiasis - TYRX, Inc. Announces 1,000th Implant of AIGISRx(TM) Anti-Bacterial Envelope
CanolaInfo - Three Chef-Dietitians Win CanolaInfo Recipe Contest
Carotid Endarterectomy - Carotid Endarterectomy Better Than Stenting for Artery Stenosis
Carrier Corporation - Carrier Acquires Noresco to Expand Energy Solutions Capabilities
Center for Health, Environment & Justice - New Consumer Health Guide -- 'Pass Up the Poison Plastic, the PVC-Free Guide for Your Family & Home' Released Just in Time for the Holiday Shopping Season
Chronic Disease - Pharos Innovations Joins Partnership to Fight Chronic Disease
Clinical Trial Research - Aegera Therapeutics' phase 1/2 clinical trial results selected for oral presentation at 2008 ASH Annual Meeting
Corporate Accountability International - Countries Unite Against Tobacco Industry Interference
CVS Caremark - CVS Caremark Applauds FTC's Leadership on Follow-on Biologics
Dollar General - Dollar General Customers Can Help Save Lives Through the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Thanks and Giving Campaign
Donate Life Ohio - Don't Wait - Do It Now!(TM) Become an Organ and Tissue Donor
Emergency Medicine - Research from University of Pennsylvania provide new insights into emergency medicine
Fitch Ratings - Fitch Affirms Duke University Health System, North Carolina Revs at 'AA'
Fitch Ratings - Fitch Rates Massachusetts $553MM GO Bonds 'AA'; Outlook Stable
Fitness Industry Association (FIA) - Fitness Industry Association to Reach an Extra One Million People With More Active 4 Life Campaign
Five Star Quality Care, Inc. - Five Star Announces Settlement with UBS Concerning Auction Rate Securities
Generic Pharmaceutical Association (GPhA) - GPhA Statement on FTC Roundtable on Biogenerics
Gilbert Hospital - Gilbert Hospital Kicks Off New Customer Service S.M.I.L.E. Campaign
Health Insurance - Insurance Commissioner Announces Retirement of George Hoover
Health Policy - Research from World Health Organization in the area of health policy described
Heart Attack - National Leader in Sudden Cardiac Death Research Named Associate Director of Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute
Heart Failure - Joint Commission Report Shows Gains in Safety, Quality
Hispanic Hotel Owners Association - Hispanic Hotel Owners Association Hotel, Development and Investment Conference Lively with Hotel Deals and Latino Pride
HIV/AIDS - German Innovation for HIV/AIDS Diagnostics has Been Used 2.5 Million Times in 2008
HIV/AIDS Co-Infection - From USAID Administrator, Henrietta H. Fore: Renewed Commitment On World AIDS Day
HIV/AIDS Co-Infection - Project HOPE Celebrates 50 Years of Improving Health around the World
Hyatt Hotels & Resorts - Hyatt Hotels & Resorts Extends Special Offers Worldwide to Say "You're More Than Welcome"
Immunization - CVS Caremark Presents Influenza Vaccine Data at Rescheduled 2008 DMAA Annual Meeting
Immunization - New Survey Finds Mothers See Influenza as a Serious Health Threat, but Often Don't Get Their Families Vaccinated
Infection Control - Studies from Columbia University describe new findings in infection control
Invest in Germany - Investment Allowance Extended for Eastern Germany
Kodak - Kodak and PGA TOUR Announce Kodak Challenge Holes
Leukemia - St. Jude Identifies Genomic Causes of a Certain Type of Leukemia Relapse
Life Sciences - Awarepoint Corporation Closes $13.3M Series D Financing Round
Life Sciences - Pharmacy OneSource Ranked 254th Fastest Growing Company in North America on Deloitte's 2008 Technology Fast 500
Life Sciences - Report summarizes life sciences study findings from University of Edinburgh
Life Sciences - Researchers from University of South Alabama detail new studies and findings in the area of life sciences
Life Sciences - Scientists at Boston College discuss research in life sciences
Life Sciences - Scientists at University of North Texas, Department of Psychology detail research in life sciences
Lowrie, Lando and Anastasi, LLP - Lowrie, Lando & Anastasi, LLP Expands Team and Office Space
Lucile Packard Children's Hospital - Holiday Health Tips From Packard Children's Hospital
Lumedx Corporation - New Software Streamlines Interface Management, Delivers More System Security and Greater IT Control
Marketing and Licensing Agreements - VA and Louisiana State University Announce Site Selections for New Orleans Medical Center Projects
Mayo Clinic - Do You Know You're Having a Stroke?
McCann Healthcare Worldwide - McCann Healthcare Worldwide Agencies Again Win Most Awards at RX Club Show 2008
New Jersey Hospital Association - NJHA: Hospital Finances Show Troubling Trends
Next-To-Kin Foundation - Author Pens Pet Guardian Self-Defense Manual
Office of the Speaker of the House - Pelosi: Economic News Makes Clear President Must Drop Opposition to House-Passed Recovery Package
Orthocrat Ltd - Orthocrat Introduces at RSNA 2008: True 3D Orthopedic Templating With TeraRecon Integration
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection - Pennsylvania DEP Directs Shadyside Water Supply to Issue Boil Water Advisory
Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare - Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare Reminds New Parents of 'Safe Haven' Option for Babies
Pennsylvania Office of the Governor - Governor Rendell Says Emergency Unemployment Compensation Extension Could Immediately Help 54,000 Pennsylvanians
Pennsylvania Office of the Governor - Pennsylvania Governor Rendell Remembers, Celebrates the Life of Lt. Governor Catherine Baker Knoll During Capitol Tribute
Pneumonia - NasVax Finalizes Share Purchase Agreement with Protea Vaccine Technologies
Pneumonia - Research from L.A. Sposato and colleagues has provided new data on pneumonia
Public Health - Hundreds to Gather for Colorado Public Health Summit
Pulmonary Embolism - MEDRAD Builds on Success of P3T Cardiac CT Injection Software
Radiology - Foundation Radiology Group Adds World Class Cardiovascular Imaging Expert, Dr. Sanj Katyal, to Staff
Radiology - Scientists at North Shore Medical Center, Department of Radiology publish new data on radiology
Sentillion - Sentillion Appoints New UK Sales Manager
Service Employees International Union - Tyrone Freeman Permanently Banned from Holding SEIU Membership or Office
Sinonasal Disease - Scientists at University of Nebraska discuss research in sinonasal disease
Social Compassion in Legislation - A Recommended Sales and Use Tax Proposed by Governor Schwarzenegger Will Tax Veterinary Services, Says Social Compassion in Legislation
St. Jude Children?s Research Hospital - Marlo Thomas and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital(R) Kick Off the 5th Anniversary of the Thanks and Giving(R) Campaign Asking America to Support St. Jude While Shopping this Holiday Season
Surgery - Vicenza Hospital Becomes First European Facility to Purchase Its Second CyberKnife System
The Cochran Firm - The Cochran Firm Expands Into the Twin Cities Market
The Philadelphia Council of the Navy League - Wounded Warriors to Visit Army-Navy Game
The Prem Rawat Foundation - TPRF Gives US$20,000 to Provide Eye Care for Thousands in Gaza
The University of Dallas - University of Dallas Announces Plans to Establish North Texas Region's First School of Pharmacy
Tri-State Hospitality Association - New York City to Celebrate 75th Anniversary of the Bloody Mary on Red Monday
Type 2 Diabetes - New Study Data: JANUVIA (sitagliptin) Significantly Reduced Blood Sugar Levels and Was Not Associated with Hypoglycemia in Elderly Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Quality, quantity lacking in children's educational TV, study says
Vail Resorts - Ski-in, Ski-out Crystal Peak Lodge Becomes Luxurious Cornerstone of Breckenridge Resort's New Peak 7 Base Village
WHR Architects - Anita Moran AIA Joins WHR Dallas
Wiley-Blackwell - Mandatory HPV vaccination is unwarranted and unwise
A.M. Best Company - A.M. Best Downgrades Ratings of Health Net, Inc. and Its Subsidiaries
AARP - AARP Finds Value of Unpaid Family Caregiving in Illinois Hits $17 Billion
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm - Medtronic Launches New Medical Device In U.S. To Improve Treatment of Aortic Aneurysms
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm - Studies from Yale University, Medical Department provide new data on abdominal aortic aneurysm
Alcoholism - Hazardous drinking among New Zealand university students has its roots in high school
Allergies - New allergies findings from University Hospital published
Allergies - Studies conducted at F.J. Acevesavila et al on allergies recently published
Allsup - Allsup Finds Healthcare Costs Consuming Larger Part of Fixed Incomes
Almost Family, Inc. - Almost Family Announces Acquisition of Kentucky Home Health Certificate of Need
AlphaDetail, Inc. - Physicians Anticipate Higher Prescribing Based on JUPITER Study
American Claims Evaluation, Inc. - American Claims Evaluation, Inc. Reports Second Quarter Results
American College of Chest Physicians - Journal Chest: Nov. highlights
American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy - Study identifies double-balloon enteroscopy as cost-effective approach for obscure GI bleeding
Anatomy - New anatomy study findings reported from Louisiana State University
Aneurysm - Reimbursement Following Aneurysm Repair Falls Short of Costs
Angiology - New angiology study findings recently were reported by J. Fitts and co-researchers
Antibiotics - ViraCor Laboratories Helps Hospitals Effectively Navigate Impending Flu Season
Anxiety Disorders - Research from C. Francois and co-researchers yields new findings on anxiety disorders
Anxiety Disorders - Studies from Columbia University have provided new information about anxiety disorders
Arteriovenous Malformation - Researchers from University of Illinois report details of new studies and findings in the area of arteriovenous malformation
Arthritis - Recent studies from University of California add new data to arthritis
Arthritis - Researchers from New York University detail findings in arthritis
Barrett Esophagus - Research conducted at Massachusetts General Hospital has provided new information about barrett esophagus
Beech Sandal Company - Principles of Yoga Lead a Sandal Revolution with Yoga Sandals Footwear
Bipolar Disorder - Research from University of Kansas has provided new data on bipolar disorder
Bipolar Disorder - Researchers at Seoul National University release new data on bipolar disorder
Bladder Cancer - Studies from University of California yield new information about bladder cancer
Blood Pressure - New blood pressure study results reported from J.M. Neutel et al
BlueChoice HealthPlan of South Carolina - BlueChoice HealthPlan Ranks in Top Third of America's Best Health Plans
Bostwick Laboratories - Dermatocor Announces Addition of Two Dermatopathologists
Breast Cancer - First Lady Laura Bush's Partnership for Breast Cancer Awareness and Research Extends to Panama
Breast Cancer - Research from K. Kuroi and colleagues provide new insights into breast cancer
Breast Cancer - Siemens Introduces New Standard of Care for Breast Ultrasound
Breast Cancer Epidemiology - Research from Howard University, Department of Psychology in the area of breast cancer epidemiology published
Bronchiectasis - Studies from Georgetown University further understanding of bronchiectasis
Cardiovascular Disease - VivoMetrics' LifeShirt(R) Selected by Concordia University to Provide Patient Data for Healthy Heart Research Project
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - Data from University of Alberta provide new insights into carpal tunnel syndrome
Case Management Society of America - 2009 Collaborative Practice Summit to Bring Together Health Care Leaders
CCID Consulting, August 2008 - CCID Consulting Discusses China's Medical Equipment Market
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease - New chronic obstructive pulmonary disease research has been reported by C.M. Roberts et al
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease - Studies from University of Minnesota further understanding of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center - Inherited genetic cause, possible treatment found for complex lung disorder
Clinical Medicine - New clinical medicine data have been reported by G. Johnson and co-authors
Clinical Medicine - Research from J. Saunders and co-researchers yields new findings on clinical medicine
Clinical Medicine - Research on clinical medicine reported by P. Berry et al
Clinical Medicine - Studies in the area of clinical medicine reported from University of Wales
Clinical Pharmacology - New clinical pharmacology study findings have been published by scientists at University of Pennsylvania
Clinical Trial Research - Dramatic JUPITER Findings Fail to Sway Prescribing Behavior, Poll Shows
Clinical Trial Research - Research on clinical trial research detailed by K.J. Harjai and co-authors
Clinical Trial Research - Scientists at University of Nottingham release new data on clinical trial research
Clinical Trial Research - Study results from Medical University of South Carolina broaden understanding of clinical trial research
Colon Cancer - Investigators at University of California publish new data on colon cancer
Colonoscopy - Study findings on colonoscopy are outlined in reports from Indiana University
Columbia University Medical Center - Ability to quit smoking may depend on ADHD symptoms, Columbia researchers find
Community Health - New community health study findings reported from J. Yang and co-authors
Community Health Systems, Inc. - Community Health Systems, Inc. Announces the Acquisition of Willamette Community Health Solutions' Joint Venture Interest in Springfield, Oregon Facility
Compressus, Inc. - Compressus' Next Generation MEDxConnect(TM) Interoperability Solutions Feature GE Centricity and Philips iSite Integrations
Cricothyrotomy - New findings from S.E. Nicholls and co-authors in the area of cricothyrotomy published
Critical Care - WakeMed Earns Two Beacon Awards for Critical Care Excellence
Cystic Fibrosis - Researchers from McMaster University discuss findings in cystic fibrosis
DC Patients, Doctors and Healthcare Providers - Blue Cross/Blue Shield Christmas Gift to Federal Employees: Surprise, We're Cutting Your Benefits!; Patients, Doctors and Health Care Providers Outraged
Depression - Data on depression published by researchers at University of British Columbia
Depression - Findings from A.J. Gelenberg et al in depression reported
Depression - New depression findings from University of Amsterdam published
Depression - Research from C. Borri and colleagues provide new insights into depression
Dermatology - Reports on dermatology findings from Massachusetts General Hospital provide new insights
Dermatology - Researchers from University of Nottingham report on findings in dermatology
Deutsches Aerzteblatt International - Heart patients are often not treated in accordance with guidelines
Diabetes - Noninvasive Medical Technologies Helps Make Young Tennessee Woman's Wishes Come True
Diabetic Retinopathy - Data on diabetic retinopathy reported by researchers at University of Melbourne
Diabetic Retinopathy - New findings from T.F. Farley and co-researchers in the area of diabetic retinopathy described
Diagnostic Imaging - Traxtal Highlights PercuNav System's Powerful Capabilities for Diagnostic Imaging
Dialysis - Recent findings from Ottawa Hospital highlight research in dialysis
Dr. Eric Heiden and Dr. Massimo Testa - Give Yourself the Gift of Health This Holiday Season
DrScore.com - Politicians May Not Listen ... but Doctors Do, Says DrScore
Drug Resistance - Cepheid Receives Health Canada License for First Molecular Diagnostic Test for MRSA and S. aureus Soft Tissue Infections
Eastern Insurance Holdings, Inc. - Eastern Life & Health Insurance Company Appoints COO and Director of Sales and Agency Relations
Eclipsys Corporation - Children's Health System Selects Eclipsys for New, Fully Digital Expansion Facility
Emergency Medicine - Data on emergency medicine discussed by researchers at University of British Columbia
Equinox - Mind (Body and Spirit) Over Madness
Family Medicine - Reports summarize family medicine research from Brown University
Family Practice - Research from Cardiff University, Medical Department provides new data on family practice
Fatigue Therapy - Study findings on fatigue therapy are outlined in reports from State University of New York, Department of Family Medicine
Fibrosis - Johns Hopkins University reports research in fibrosis
Fitch Ratings - Fitch Ratings Downgrades Health First Florida to 'A'; Outlook Negative
Fitch Ratings - Fitch Upgrades Pocono Medical Center Pennsylvania Revs to 'A-'
Flu Vaccines - Researchers at University of Tampere, Vaccine Research Center target flu vaccines
Gallbladder Disease - New findings from P.T. Williams and co-researchers in the area of gallbladder disease described
Groin Pain - New groin pain findings from C.J. Bradshaw and co-authors described
Gum Disease - Inflammation: Connecting the Mouth and Body?
Harvard Medical School - Electronic health records may lower malpractice settlements
Head and Neck Cancer - Studies from C. Greco and co-researchers yield new data on head and neck cancer
Health and Medicine - New health and medicine data have been reported by S.E. Woods and co-authors
Health and Medicine - New health and medicine research from B.H. Ashar et al outlined
Health Insurance - CAHI Stands by Its Principles for Health Insurance Reform
Health Insurance - Citizens Republic Bancorp Selects HealthPlus as Sole Provider of Health Insurance for 2009
Health Insurance - Leading German Health Insurance Organization, Deutsche Angestellten-Krankenkasse (DAK), Standardizes on Jive Software to Harness Employee Knowledge
Health Insurance - Society of Insurance Research and Fletcher/CSI Create First Forum for Research Professionals in the Health Insurance Industry
Health Insurance - Wide-Ranging Study of National News Reveals Health News Comprises Less Than Four Percent of All Coverage
Health Net, Inc. - Health Net, Inc. Plans Earn NCQA's "Excellent" Accreditation Status
Health Robotics - Health Robotics Announces $60M Investment by Devon International Group and ITOCHU Inc. in the CytoCare(TM) and i.v.Station(TM PENDING) Robots
HealthPartners - HealthPartners Receives National Business Award
Heart Attack - New heart attack data have been reported by scientists at Duke University
Heart Attack - Researchers from University of California report recent findings in heart attack
Heart Bypass Surgery - New data from R. Ferasatkish et al illuminate research in heart bypass surgery
Heart Bypass Surgery - Studies from Harvard University add new findings in the area of heart bypass surgery
Heart Disease - AHRQ News and Numbers: Women Dominate Hospital Admissions for Chest Pain with No Known Cause
Heart Failure - Findings from M.J. Russo and co-researchers advance knowledge in heart failure
Heart Failure - New heart failure research from University of Palermo described
Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital - Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital to Proceed With Master Plan
Hepatitis - Recent findings in hepatitis described by S. Mochida and colleagues
Hip Fracture - New hip fracture research from V. Rabenda and colleagues discussed
HIV/AIDS Co-Infection - Accordia Global Health Foundation Receives $12.5 Million Grant From Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
HMS Holdings Corp. - HMS Holdings Corp. To Present at the 20th Annual Piper Jaffray Healthcare Conference
Humana - Carol Sato Named Director of Medicare Operations for Humana's Hawaii Market
Humana Inc. - Humana Inc. to Host Biannual Investor Day on Thursday, November 20
Huntington Disease - The First Treatment Specifically Approved for Huntington's Disease Patients is Now Available in the United States
Hypertension - Recent findings in hypertension described by researchers from McGill University
Hypertension Therapy - Georgetown University publishes research in hypertension therapy
Immunization - Research on immunization discussed by scientists at University of Pittsburgh
Influenza - Study findings from J.C. Kwong et al broaden understanding of influenza
Infusion Pumps - B. Braun's DoseTrac(TM) Software: Making Connections to Better Manage IV Therapy
Internal Medicine - Studies from National University in the area of internal medicine described
Iodine Deficiency - New iodine deficiency research from M.B. Zimmermann and colleagues discussed
Irritable Bowel Syndrome - Study data from University of California, Medical Department update understanding of irritable bowel syndrome
JAMA and Archives Journals - High blood pressure in the doctor's office may not predict heart risks
JAMA and Archives Journals - Receipt of heart assist pumps by Medicare patients associated with poor outcomes, high costs
JAMA and Archives Journals - Use of inhaled corticosteroids for COPD does not appear to improve survival
Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions - Inhaled corticosteroids raise pneumonia risk for lung disease sufferers
Joslin Diabetes Center - Joslin research links genetic variant, poor glycemic control to coronary artery disease
Keratectomy - Study data from Wilmer Eye Institute update understanding of keratectomy
Kidney Disease - DaVita.com Launches Physician Website
Kidney Disease - Study findings from Amgen, Inc. broaden understanding of kidney disease
Life Sciences - Anthony Bajak joins Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center as Administrative Director of Business Development
Life Sciences - Coral Gables Hospital Unveiled Renovated Intensive Care Unit Adding New Technology
Life Sciences - Data on life sciences discussed by researchers at Oregon Health & Science University
Life Sciences - Five Critical Success Factors Outlined for Real-time Location System Success
Life Sciences - gMeds New gGastro EMR an Ease-of-Use Breakthrough
Life Sciences - Hialeah Hospital Receives 5-Star Rating for Stroke Care
Life Sciences - Hialeah Hospital Unveils New State-of-the-Art Operating Room Suites
Life Sciences - Informa Launches New Roi Tracking Tool and Crm Solution for Pharma Brand Managers
Life Sciences - New life sciences research from University of Pennsylvania, Medical Department described
Life Sciences - New life sciences research has been reported by K.A. Chaitoff et al
Life Sciences - New life sciences study findings recently were published by researchers at University of Washington, Medical Department
Life Sciences - Ohio State University, Department of Pediatrics publishes research in pediatric in children
Life Sciences - OSMAs EMR Standards of Excellence Program Drawing Praise
Life Sciences - Reports by H. Steiger and co-researchers describe recent advances in life sciences
Life Sciences - Research from M.X. Patel and co-authors reveals new findings on life sciences
Life Sciences - Research from Morehouse School of Medicine reveals new findings on life sciences
Life Sciences - Research from University of Illinois, Department of Family Medicine yields new findings on life sciences
Life Sciences - Research from University of Jordan has provided new information about life sciences
Life Sciences - Research reports from K.S Frush and co-authors provide new insights into life sciences in children
Life Sciences - Researchers from Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Medical College discuss findings in pediatric in children
Life Sciences - RNCOS Releases a New Report- Ukraine Pharma - New Opportunities for Growth
Life Sciences - Studies from Duke University, Division of Emergency Medicine further understanding of pediatric in children
Life Sciences - Studies from Queen's University reveal new findings on life sciences
Life Sciences - Study results from Columbia University in the area of life sciences published
Life Sciences - WakeMed and Wake Technical Community College Receive Grant to Incorporate Simulation into Nursing Curriculum
Liver Transplant - Findings from J.T. Diep and co-authors broaden understanding of liver transplant
Lymphoma - Research from I. Biasoli and co-authors reveals new findings on lymphoma
Marketing and Licensing Agreements - Doctors Receive Bonuses for Providing Optimal Care to Patients Through Bridges to Excellence
Mayo Clinic - Sleep apnea may be risk factor for sudden cardiac death, Mayo Clinic research concludes
McRae Industries, Inc. - McRae Industries, Inc. Reports Earnings for Fiscal 2008
Medco Health Solutions, Inc. - New Data: Advanced Pharmacy Model Significantly Reduces Gaps in Care for Patients with Chronic and Complex Conditions; Improves Clinical and Financial Outcomes
Medical Connections, Inc. - Medical Connections Holdings, Inc. Reports 58% Increase in Revenue for the Third Quarter 2008
Medicare and Medicaid - Bayer Healthcare to Pay U.S. $97.5 Million to Settle Allegations of Paying Kickbacks to Diabetic Suppliers
Medicare and Medicaid - bWell-informed(TM) Adds Medicare Plan Tools for 2008 Open Enrollment Season
Medicare and Medicaid - Catheter-associated UTIs more preventable than previously thought
Medicare and Medicaid - CNSI Selects Edifecs Healthcare Accelerator Suite(TM) for MMIS Solution to Support South Dakota Medicaid Program
Medicare and Medicaid - CorVel Announces MSA Agent Services
Medicare and Medicaid - Data from D.M. Hartung and colleagues advance knowledge in medicare and medicaid
Medicare and Medicaid - LexisNexis® Risk & Information Analytics Group Launches Medicare/Medicaid Fraud Solution
Medicare and Medicaid - MARC Coalition Formed to Advocate for Medicare Secondary Payor Reform
Medicare and Medicaid - Medicare's Annual Open Enrollment Period Runs Through December 31
Medicare and Medicaid - New medicare and medicaid study findings recently were reported by researchers at Wake Forest University, Medical Department
Medicare and Medicaid - Pennsylvania Hospital Pays $1.9 Million to Settle Medicare Fraud Case Brought by Whistleblower
Medicare and Medicaid - Research on medicare and medicaid discussed by scientists at University of Texas
Mental Illness - Eye Divergence in Children Triples Risk of Mental Illness
Michigan State University - Damage inflicted during cardiac attacks more widespread, MSU researchers find
MPAnalytics, Inc. - Dr. Blair Keagy Launches MPAnalytics, Inc. Medical Consultant Group
Myopia - Research data from University of California update understanding of myopia
Neuroendocrine Cancer Therapy - Study results from University Hospital, Department of Medicine provide new insights into neuroendocrine cancer therapy
New York- Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center - Presence of gum disease may help dentists and physicians identify risk for cardiovascular disease
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer - New non-small cell lung cancer study findings have been reported by E. Dajczman and co-researchers
Nosocomial Infections - Study findings on nosocomial infections are outlined in reports from University of Tokyo
Obstructive Sleep Apnea - Study results from N.A. Collop and colleagues in the area of obstructive sleep apnea published
Occupational Health - Research from A.K. Mortelmans and co-researchers in the area of occupational health described
Occupational Health - Research reports from L. Walsh and co-authors provide new insights into occupational health
Occupational Medicine - Researchers from INSERM describe findings in occupational medicine
Orthopedics - Orthopedic Associates of Meadville, P.C., Selects SRS Hybrid EMR
Osteoarthritis - Research from J.M. Quintana et al has provided new information about osteoarthritis
Pancreatic Cancer - New Cancer Treatment Shrinks Pancreatic Tumor
Pancreatitis - Data on pancreatitis reported by researchers at University of Toronto
Parkinson Disease - Ceregene Announces Clinical Data From Phase 2 Clinical Trial of CERE-120 for Parkinson's Disease
Pediatrics - Transposagen Co-founder Receives Prestigious Allan Award from the American Society of Human Genetics
Pennsylvania Department of Health - PA Department of Health Halts Admissions at Commonwealth Medical Center in Beaver County
Pharmacy Research - Study findings from S.B. Wortman et al provide new insights into pharmacy research
Pharyngitis - Researchers from Jordan University report recent findings in pharyngitis
Phototherapy - Research data from F. Sassi and colleagues update understanding of phototherapy
Pilgrim Software, Inc. - RS Medical Selects Pilgrim Software as Compliance & Quality Management Provider
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders - Researchers from Emory University detail findings in post-traumatic stress disorders
Pressure Ulcer Prevention - Scientists at Eastern Virginia Medical School describe research in pressure ulcer prevention
Prostate Cancer - Study data from S. Loeb and co-authors update knowledge of prostate cancer
Prostate-Specific Antigen - New research on prostate-specific antigen from Taipei Medical University summarized
Prostatic Hyperplasia - Data on prostatic hyperplasia detailed by researchers at Vanderbilt University
Psoriasis - Studies from Radboud University in the area of psoriasis published
Pulmonary Embolism - Studies from University of Toronto provide new data on pulmonary embolism
Pulmonary Embolism Prognosis - Research from University Hospital provides new data about pulmonary embolism prognosis
Radiography - Siemens Demonstrates Flexibility, Enhanced Workflow and Imaging Excellence
Regence - A.M. Best Affirms Regence's Solid Financial Position
Regenocyte Therapeutic - U.S. Cardiologist Reports Successful Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease Using Patients' Own Adult Stem Cells
Regulatory Actions - Findings from University of California advance knowledge in regulatory actions
Rehabilitation Research - New findings from D.G. Pitts and co-authors describe advances in rehabilitation research
Renal Artery Obstruction - When Is Screening for Renal Artery Stenosis Medically Necessary?
Reproductive Health - 17th Annual Congress on Women's Health Convenes March 27-29, 2009 in Williamsburg, VA
Respiratory Medicine - New respiratory medicine study results reported from University of Arkansas
Sarcoidosis - Study results from A. Ruizarango and colleagues in the area of sarcoidosis published
Schizophrenia - Studies conducted at L.W. Bisol et al on schizophrenia recently published
Schizophrenia - Study findings from H. Aschersvanum et al broaden understanding of schizophrenia
Shasta Regional Medical Center - Shasta Regional Medical Center Awarded Full Accreditation from the Joint Commission
Siemens Healthcare - Flash Speed. Lowest Dose.
Sleep Disorders - Research reports from Sleep Disorders Center provide new insights into sleep disorders
Sports Medicine - New sports medicine data have been reported by researchers at Ohio State University
Springer - Osteoporosis care at risk in the United States
Stanford University Medical Center - Stanford/Packard study shows no benefit from drug widely used to prevent premature births
Stephen N. Joffe - Founders & Former Executive Management Team of LCA-Vision Seek Change to Rescue Company
Stroke Research - Research from University of South Carolina broadens understanding of stroke research
Surgery - Annual List of 'Super Doctors' Features 33 Texas Institute for Surgery Physicians
Surgical Information Systems - Ochsner Health System, Surgical Information Systems Partner to Rebuild New Orleans Healthcare Infrastructure
Telemedicine - New telemedicine findings from G. Vanagas and co-researchers published
Telemedicine - Scientists at University of Applied Sciences target telemedicine
Thalassemia - Research in the area of thalassemia reported from I. Panigrahi and colleagues
The Empty Stocking Fund - Empty Stocking Fund Opens Doors Dec. 1
The Massachusetts Medical Device Industry Council MassMEDIC - New Medical Devices Presented to Venture Capitalists and Industry Leaders at MassMEDIC Event
The Quantum Group, Inc. - The Quantum Group Announces State Approval of TPA Application for Subsidiary Company Renaissance Administrative Solutions, Inc.
The Scooter Store - The SCOOTER Store Gives Power Wheelchair to Good Samaritan Critically Injured Trying to Save Others
Thoracic Group, P.A. - Renowned Thoracic Surgeon Recognized as 'Top Doctor' by Peers in Annual New Jersey Monthly Magazine Survey
Thrombocytopenia Therapy - Research reports from South University, Department of Pharmacy Practice provide new insights into thrombocytopenia therapy
Thromboembolism - Studies from Duke University further understanding of thromboembolism
Thromboembolism - Study results from J.A. Caprini and colleagues update understanding of thromboembolism
Thromboembolism Therapy - New thromboembolism therapy research reported from McMaster University, Faculty of Health Sciences
Thrombosis - Scientists at Thomas Jefferson University publish research in thrombosis
Thrombosis Therapy - Research from Columbia University provide new insights into thrombosis therapy
Transient Ischemic Attack - Research on transient ischemic attack described by scientists at University of California
TRIA Beauty - At-Home Beauty Devices Drive Industry Excitement
Tuberculosis - Scientists at Chang-Gung University discuss research in tuberculosis
Type 2 Diabetes - New type 2 diabetes data have been reported by researchers at University of Paris
Unique Image Inc. - Medical Mystery, 8-Year-Old Hussein Balhas From Lebanon Survives Rare Disease Against All Odds, and Looks for Hope and Solutions From American Doctors
University of California - Davis - Health System - M.I.N.D. Institute researchers call for fragile X testing throughout the lifespan
University of Rochester Medical Center - Transfusions increase clot risk in hospitalized cancer patients
Urinary Tract Infection - Patient Enrollment Begins in Exploratory Phase II Trial of NovaBay's Lead Aganocide Compound, NVC-422, in Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections
Urology - Data on urology detailed by M.S. Ansari and co-authors
Urology - New research on urology from R.A. Santucci and co-authors summarized
Vertigo - Studies from H.K. Neuhauser and co-researchers yield new data on vertigo
Vital Images, Inc. - Vital Images Launches Vitrea Web
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