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2011-03-31 First Edition: March 31, 2011 0 None
2011-03-31 Aetna commends FDA's decision on hydroxyprogesterone caproate 0 None
2011-03-31 New report examines MSIS feasibility to fulfill requirements outlined in CHIPRA 0 None
2011-03-31 Low-level radiation from Japan's damaged nuclear plant detected as far away as U.S. 0 None
2011-03-31 No amount of added sugar is right 0 None
2011-03-31 Facing possible cuts, international aid advocates attempt to drum up support for foreign assistance 0 None
2011-03-31 Low levels of radioactivity from Japan may affect sensitive physics experiments in the U.S. 0 None
2011-03-31 ACAAI to launch 15th annual Nationwide Asthma Screening Program 0 None
2011-03-31 McKesson releases Horizon Cardiology 12.2 cardiovascular information system 0 None
2011-03-31 Health advocates file petition with U.N. over proposed trade agreement among several countries 0 None
2011-03-31 Texas Children's Hospital and Baylor College of Medicine create Texas Children's Center for Global Health 1 None
2011-03-31 Easier health and wellness for college students through social media channels 0 None
2011-03-31 Funding restrictions backed by some GOP lawmakers present hurdles to budget deal 0 None
2011-03-31 EPA approves Clorox DISPATCH disinfectant towels registration to fight against C. difficile 0 None
2011-03-31 Experts discuss about need for national colorectal cancer screening program at Capitol Hill 0 None
2011-03-31 Health lobbyists, advocates brace for much-anticipated accountable care organization regulations 0 None
2011-03-31 Wall Street Journal: Data comparisons trigger changes in VA care 0 None
2011-03-31 Bipartisan senate bill would set process to review future Medicare provider cuts 0 None
2011-03-31 Lack of equipment, venues and motivation are main barriers to physical activity for adolescent boys 0 None
2011-03-31 Coro Health earns ALFA recognition for senior care programs 0 None
2011-03-31 Revenues grow, but states wrestle with shortfalls in Medicaid needs 0 None
2011-03-31 HRI to host healthy hearing teen initiative at DGA Theatre in NYC 0 None
2011-03-31 California State Controller calls upon Abbott, BI, BMS & Genentech to reduce AIDS drug prices for ADAPs 0 None
2011-03-31 ACR releases new guidelines for JA treatment 0 None
2011-03-31 CCAC National Survey finds 82% of Canadians with cancer 0 None
2011-03-31 Senate likely to vote Wednesday on 1099 provision repeal 0 None
2011-03-31 Opinions: Foreign aid budget; asking beneficiaries for feedback; least-developed countries 0 None
2011-03-31 Report identifies pockets of good health, disparities 0 None
2011-03-31 State roundup: Md. Blue Cross probed; Mass. nonprofit hospitals may be sold 0 None
2011-03-31 States advance abortion legislation 0 None
2011-03-31 Viewpoints: Vouchers for Medicare; evaluating the many parts of the health law; a single-payer plan for Oregon 0 None
2011-03-31 Study: Diet-exercise can improve physical performance in obese seniors 0 5
2011-03-31 Tips on neurobiology of learning 0 None
2011-03-31 HHS unveils new website on vaccine and immunization for consumers 0 None
2011-03-31 Peregrine partners with WellAWARE to improve quality of care for seniors 0 None
2011-03-30 Allscripts ED 7.0 receives Complete EHR certification 0 None
2011-03-30 First Edition: March 30, 2011 0 None
2011-03-30 Report examines how new technologies can aid in humanitarian response to disasters 0 None
2011-03-30 University of Leicester unveils plans for new CRC at Glenfield Hospital 0 None
2011-03-30 Social unrest in Yemen impeding humanitarian aid delivery, U.N. official says 0 None
2011-03-30 In Calif., nurses to take greater role in providing primary care 0 4
2011-03-30 Prostate cancer drug and a new drug to prevent preterm births cause cost concerns, controversy 0 None
2011-03-30 CoastalContacts.com launches new eyewear initiative for basic vision care 0 None
2011-03-30 Study: Skills-training can enhance supportive responses to traumatic abuse disclosures 0 None
2011-03-30 Women can benefit from Ontario's breast cancer screening program 0 None
2011-03-30 With clock ticking, budget impasse continues 0 None
2011-03-30 New system can improve patient adherence to colonoscopy recommendations, reduce disparities 0 None
2011-03-30 California's aging LGB more likely to suffer from certain chronic conditions 0 None
2011-03-30 CancerForward announces new national outreach and partnering program 0 5
2011-03-30 Canadian Cancer Society applauds Ontario government for allocating new funding for Breast Screening Program 0 None
2011-03-30 SAMHSA publishes strategic initiatives paper on nation's behavioral health care system 0 None
2011-03-30 UT Southwestern Medical Center tops best hospital rankings for Dallas-Fort Worth 0 None
2011-03-30 The Wall Street Journal: Medicare records show trail of troubling surgeries 0 None
2011-03-30 Health law policy details continue to grab attention, headlines 0 None
2011-03-30 Hospital execs among California's highest-paid public employees 0 None
2011-03-30 Chase Foundation donates $2.125 million to UCLA's Child Life program 0 None
2011-03-30 Porter Adventist Hospital inaugurates new clinic to treat TIA 0 None
2011-03-30 Non-generic drugs increase Medicaid costs 0 None
2011-03-30 Viewpoints: N.Y. malpractice 'solution'?; tap Texas rainy-day fund?; Ariz. transplant dilemma solution? 0 None
2011-03-30 Study: Increasing Medicare age would shift costs 0 None
2011-03-30 Roundup: Ariz. may restore transplant coverage; Fla. faces class action suit over disabled waiting list 0 None
2011-03-29 Senators address hundreds of home care and hospice providers 0 None
2011-03-29 IOM report recommends steps to ensure LGBT health research gaps and needs 0 None
2011-03-29 AHA, ACC applaud IOM for its new report on clinical practice guidelines 0 None
2011-03-29 New policy brief: Community college education programs can solve nursing shortage 0 None
2011-03-29 Doctors who use iResus application perform better simulated cardiac arrest emergency 0 None
2011-03-29 U.N., aid groups highlight mass exodus from violence in Cote d'Ivoire 0 None
2011-03-29 Study highlights tobacco smoke exposure among babies 0 None
2011-03-29 Reports of H1N1 outbreaks in Venezuela, Mexico prompt quick preventive action by health authorities 0 None
2011-03-29 New rankings reveal DMC have four top 10 hospitals and 29 High-Performing Specialties 0 None
2011-03-29 U.N. Secretary-General calls for countries to assess global nuclear safety in light of Japan reactor crisis 0 None
2011-03-29 College of Notre Dame to host recruitment rally for nationwide breast cancer initiative 0 None
2011-03-29 Cardinal Health, APhA partner to prevent prescription medication abuse 0 None
2011-03-29 Viewpoints: 'Lesson' from R.I. on waivers; Wis. infant mortality rate disparities; diabetes and seniors 0 None
2011-03-29 Atypical antipsychotics is a safe mental health medication for nursing home residents 0 None
2011-03-29 People with arthritis can benefit from exercise 0 None
2011-03-29 Roundup: States 'scrambling' on Medicaid budget; health costs for inmates, Ex-Cons; kids' insurance 0 None
2011-03-28 Medicaid realities: More harm than good (Op-ed) 0 None
2011-03-28 CNN political analyst David Gergen spoke with home care and hospice providers at annual March on Washington event 0 None
2011-03-28 Ozarks Medical Center selects ProVation Order Sets electronic solution 0 None
2011-03-28 New USARAD.com Peer Review Program for radiologists 0 1
2011-03-28 As new threat of Govt. shutdown looms, parties still at odds on spending cuts 0 None
2011-03-28 Rising Medicare premiums threaten to wipe out Social Security COLA 0 None
2011-03-28 Poll finds proposal to cut Planned Parenthood funding deepens gender gap 0 None
2011-03-28 Nurse staffing levels, safety net status both factors in patient outcomes 0 None
2011-03-28 House Subcommittee to investigate AARP 'financial conflicts' 1 None
2011-03-28 Differing reports on how businesses, health law are interacting 0 None
2011-03-28 How is the health care safety net faring? 0 None
2011-03-28 New pill may protect DNA from radiation damage 0 None
2011-03-28 Hospital pricing, mergers grab headlines 0 None
2011-03-28 Exploring the donor kidney market 0 1
2011-03-28 First Edition: March 25, 2011 0 None
2011-03-28 Metagenics announces 2011 schedule for educational programs in lifestyle medicine 0 None
2011-03-28 Asbury Communities offers management and support services for older adults 0 None
2011-03-28 MediConnect CEO to discuss on risk adjustment health services at HCC conference 0 None
2011-03-28 Cleveland Clinic, Elsevier to offer physicians with evidence-based clinical content 0 None
2011-03-28 DAW prescriptions can increase annual health system costs to $7.7 billion 0 None
2011-03-28 Research: Written action plan with prescriptions can improve asthma control in children 0 None
2011-03-28 Science Magazine reports on recent push to make preventing, treating cancer a global priority 0 None
2011-03-28 IFC, Gates Foundation work with India’s Bihar State to improve health payments system 0 None
2011-03-28 Study finds surgeon availability linked to fewer MVC-related deaths 0 None
2011-03-28 GOP presidential candidates lash out at health law 0 None
2011-03-28 China to implement ban on smoking in indoor public spaces 0 None
2011-03-28 Nurses Lounge completes online professional network proof of concept in Dallas area 0 None
2011-03-28 Blue Cross Blue Shield facing Justice Dept. questions on hospital agreements 0 3
2011-03-28 New study: Women with early stage breast cancer worry about recurrence 0 None
2011-03-28 Surgeons to discuss on healthcare issues at JSAC 0 None
2011-03-28 McDonnell calls for quick review by Supreme Court of health law 0 None
2011-03-28 GOP looks to reshape Medicaid; Democrats question HHS stance on cuts 0 None
2011-03-28 Pregnant women can benefit from low-to-moderate intensity weight-training program 0 None
2011-03-25 AACC and Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society announce 2011 recipients of Frank Lanza Memorial Scholarships 0 None
2011-03-25 Elsevier announces free online medical information and clinical reference support for Japan earthquake relief efforts 0 None
2011-03-25 Simple workplace interventions can prevent employees from gaining weight 0 None
2011-03-25 Bupa announces plans to improve quality of cancer cover 0 None
2011-03-25 Ontario's doctors call for continued strategic investments in health care 0 None
2011-03-25 German company steps up production of Radiogardase following Japan nuclear crisis 0 None
2011-03-25 Research Roundup: Parents' knowledge of kids' coverage 0 None
2011-03-25 OPM to insurers: Provide wellness program incentives 0 None
2011-03-25 Longer Looks: Behind the hospital money curtain; Medical data breaches 0 None
2011-03-25 'Dispense as written' prescriptions cost the health care system $7.7 billion annually 0 None
2011-03-25 Lawmakers continue to tussle over short- and long-term budget issues 0 None
2011-03-25 MedCAREERS GROUP announces Nurses Lounge professional network 0 None
2011-03-25 Health law's retiree health plans, exchanges, waivers draw scrutiny 0 None
2011-03-25 Health law continues to create state-level 'partisan strife' 0 None
2011-03-25 Viewpoints: Deconstructing a $65,515 bill; 'Puzzling' health reform; Good news on America's health 0 None
2011-03-25 State News: Study highlights problems in Mass. Connector 0 None
2011-03-25 N.Y., Fla. lawmakers consider Med-Mal damage caps 0 None
2011-03-25 Aetna sues N.J. doctors, pricing central issue 0 None
2011-03-25 Fraud updates sought by top Senate Finance members 0 None
2011-03-25 New studies demonstrate advantages of Masimo noninvasive and continuous measurements in ICUs 0 None
2011-03-25 Kenya requests emergency order of 45M condoms from PEPFAR 0 None
2011-03-25 Swallowed button battery can generate electrical current and cause serious tissue damage 0 None
2011-03-25 Countries ban imports of Japanese food as radiation leak continues 0 None
2011-03-25 New Pediatric Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Service at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital 0 None
2011-03-25 Polls showcase national divisions, opinions about health law 0 None
2011-03-25 IOM offers standards to develop clinical practice guidelines 0 None
2011-03-25 Qualifacts CareLogic Enterprise achieves Complete EHR certification 0 None
2011-03-25 First Edition: March 25, 2011 0 None
2011-03-25 'Consent rituals' cause life-threatening delays 0 None
2011-03-25 New study finds 74.8% increase in hospital emergency visits due to Ecstasy use 0 None
2011-03-25 Experts to address worldwide impact of Alzheimer's disease at ADI conference 0 None
2011-03-25 Study finds that 25% of health messages in school text books lack scientific evidence 0 None
2011-03-25 FXB and Merck partner to improve systems for prevention of mother-to-child transmission of HIV in Botswana 0 None
2011-03-25 Health law waivers the target of new lawsuit 0 None
2011-03-25 State-level action, reactions coincide with health law anniversary 0 None
2011-03-25 CoC honors 90 cancer care facilities with Outstanding Achievement Award 0 None
2011-03-25 P&G, Teva sign partnership agreement for consumer health care 0 None
2011-03-25 Premier healthcare alliance awards new agreement for adhesive skin closures 0 None
2011-03-25 As states consider abortion measures, South Dakota law becomes flashpoint 0 None
2011-03-25 Looking forward: Detailing the health law's next policy steps 0 None
2011-03-25 Wolters Kluwer Health offers free online resources to Japan for earthquake relief 0 None
2011-03-25 AAE wants to dispel negative myths about root canal treatment 0 None
2011-03-25 Dabigatran etexilate is less costly, more effective for stroke treatment in patients with AF 0 4
2011-03-25 Contention continues a year later 0 None
2011-03-25 Different takes on the doctor shortage 0 None
2011-03-25 Study: Veteran care for severly wounded hindered by poor communication 0 None
2011-03-25 Medical experts: Nation needs to offer more confidential care for sexually active teens 0 None
2011-03-25 CDC: Almost 50 million Americans uninsured 0 None
2011-03-25 Researchers find high rates of multi-drug resistant pathogen among LA population 0 None
2011-03-25 State roundup: Vt. closer to single payer plan 0 None
2011-03-25 Brand Surgical Institute offers diabetic patients with life changing weight loss procedure 0 None
2011-03-25 Study: Surgeon enthusiasm linked to high spinal procedure rates 0 None
2011-03-25 Loyola earns recognition for pathology research 0 None
2011-03-25 AACP selects Maryland professor for Pharmacy Educator Award 0 None
2011-03-25 Viewpoints: Sebelius, Vilsack, Weiner defend reform law; pro/con on seniors' access to health care 0 None
2011-03-24 First Edition: March 24, 2011 0 None
2011-03-24 JWOCN joins with CAET to expand its position within global community of nursing 0 None
2011-03-24 Daily Report Global Health Conversations: National security and global health 0 None
2011-03-24 SGIM honors BUSM professor with Clinician Investigator Award for quality of care research 0 None
2011-03-24 Food safety lawyer calls on Palmyra to pay medical expenses incurred by E. coli outbreak victims 0 None
2011-03-24 Astellas announces financial support to Japan for earthquake relief work 0 None
2011-03-24 Pharmacists seek delay of rule limiting amount of dispensed drugs 0 None
2011-03-24 Scott Brown goes on record against efforts to choke planned parenthood funding 0 None
2011-03-24 ASAM issues white paper to halt medical marijuana use 2 2
2011-03-24 News reports discuss Japan's disaster preparedness, health situations on the ground 0 None
2011-03-24 HighRoads survey provides insights into how acute health systems respond to ACA 0 None
2011-03-24 CCA: Incentives needed to control health care demands 0 None
2011-03-24 Lack of laws governing newborn screening programs in Australia threaten public trust 0 None
2011-03-24 Money matters: Some of the health law's big winners, possible costs emerge 0 None
2011-03-24 Loyola to open new nursing center for Collaborative Learning 0 None
2011-03-24 Restricting sodium consumption important in lowering blood pressure among sedentary people 0 None
2011-03-24 Most clinicians feel systems and procedures for preventing hospital readmissions ineffective 0 None
2011-03-24 House small business panel takes on health law waivers 0 None
2011-03-24 House bill proposes immunity for negligent drug manufacturers 0 5
2011-03-24 Modern healthcare: CMS priorities won't change, even if its leader does 0 None
2011-03-24 DISCUSS survey findings highlight need to prioritize GERD dialogue 0 None
2011-03-24 At one-year mark, political players draw lines in the sand 0 None
2011-03-24 Altarum's analysis reveals 4.4% increase in health spending in January 2011 0 None
2011-03-24 Kentucky, Minn., Florida, Texas facing tough Medicaid, budget decisions 0 None
2011-03-24 Department of Health acting Secretary stresses need to raise TB awareness 0 None
2011-03-24 American Heart Association: 81.8% of obese women underestimate their weight 0 None
2011-03-24 Prescription Solutions launches unique online service to streamline Prior Authorization requests 0 None
2011-03-24 Checking the status of legal challenges to the health law 0 None
2011-03-24 CAGW expresses continued opposition to Obamacare and its wasteful spending 0 None
2011-03-24 Viewpoints: Boehner, Mcconnell, Thune, major new organizations opine on health law 0 None
2011-03-24 Physicians launch international advocacy campaign on TB 0 None
2011-03-24 Fudan, UTHealth introduce international network to fight against scleroderma 0 None
2011-03-24 Doubts and potential surround health law as it turns 1 0 None
2011-03-24 SAVE THE PATIENT offers hygiene tips to prevent hospital-acquired infection 0 None
2011-03-24 Roundup: Calif. lawmakers mull bill to tighten hospital security; abortion measures continue to advance in various states 0 None
2011-03-24 Hospitals show progress with acquisition, joint venture deals 0 None
2011-03-24 IMS introduces new Institute for Healthcare Informatics 0 None
2011-03-23 First Edition: March 23, 2011 0 None
2011-03-23 Elder abuse victims more likely to suffer from mental disorder, use drugs or alcohol 0 None
2011-03-23 'The Silent Treatment' research focuses on communication breakdown in hospitals 0 None
2011-03-23 States advance in developing health insurance exchanges 0 None
2011-03-23 Report highlights common problems in Nordic mental health care reforms 0 3
2011-03-23 Job prospects rosy for home health aides, visiting nurses 0 None
2011-03-23 GoodTherapy.org launches new syndicated advice-column for psychotherapy problems 0 None
2011-03-23 U.S. hospitals bill insurance companies $1.2 trillion during 2008 for inpatient care: AHRQ 0 None
2011-03-23 Tax credits may help some small businesses pay for insurance 0 None
2011-03-23 Health law opponents appeal recent Medicare ruling on opting out 0 None
2011-03-23 Japanese, International officials continue to monitor radiation levels 0 None
2011-03-23 Smoke-free air law does not affect off-track betting facility business in Indiana 0 None
2011-03-23 HHS unveils National road map to improve health care quality 0 None
2011-03-23 SCCA, ProCure to open new proton therapy center for cancer treatment 0 None
2011-03-23 GOP lawmakers eye overhaul funding fights, program probes 0 None
2011-03-23 Gastroenterologist directs new Crohn's and Colitis Program at UT Southwestern 0 None
2011-03-23 Health costs: Fla., Minn. lawmakers spar on cuts; Washington State pressed to fund more medical devices for patients 0 None
2011-03-23 New study to assess burden of workplace cancer 0 None
2011-03-23 Mary Bridge, Seattle Children's partner to focus on pediatric cardiac surgery services 0 None
2011-03-23 HTH relaunches new consumer e-commerce site 0 None
2011-03-23 AARDA report on American economic impact of AD released at congressional briefing 0 None
2011-03-23 California insurers reduce, delay planned rate increases 0 None
2011-03-23 WHO releases first list of 30 priority medicines for women, children 0 None
2011-03-23 WMU receives $100 million cash gift for new medical school 0 None
2011-03-23 WSJ: U.S. Disability Fund may run out of cash 0 None
2011-03-23 Roundup: HHS Secretary's ability to waive Medicaid requirements; Kansas seeks more funding for disability programs 0 None
2011-03-23 New Deloitte report: Consumers spend $363 billion on health care 0 None
2011-03-22 First Edition: March 22, 2011 0 None
2011-03-22 New scientific statement gives guidance to doctors for treatment of blood clots 0 None
2011-03-22 Plackers provides Grind-No-More dental night protectors for taxpayers 0 None
2011-03-22 Symposium to address role of APRNs in solving primary care crisis 0 None
2011-03-22 Actress invites public to vote for projects that increase AF-related stroke awareness 0 None
2011-03-22 Experts to showcase nursing education, practical innovations at Las Vegas national conference 0 None
2011-03-22 NextGen partners with CalHIPSO to help primary care providers achieve Meaningful Use 0 None
2011-03-22 Seniors can benefit from new Acti-Kare branch 0 None
2011-03-22 Supporters urge Obama to push for Berwick's Senate hearings, nomination 0 None
2011-03-22 Analysis of the past, predictions for the future mark health law's first anniversary 0 None
2011-03-22 WHO concerned about radiation levels in food near damaged Japanese nuclear plant 0 None
2011-03-22 UCSD selects Millennium Labs, Research Institute for NIAAA granted study 0 None
2011-03-22 Britax supports AAP updated guidelines for children riding in car seats 0 None
2011-03-22 CNA report shows how RN provide solutions to reduce, manage wait times 0 None
2011-03-22 ACE supports HHS' National Strategy for Quality Improvement in Health Care 0 None
2011-03-22 Objet demonstrates 3D printing solution benefits for digital dentistry at IDS 0 None
2011-03-22 VirWall launches new UV sanitizer to eliminate bacteria, virus from communication devices 0 None
2011-03-22 Survey: AR symptoms continue to impact patients' daily activities 0 None
2011-03-22 U.S. Health And Human Services Secretary celebrates Patient Safety program achievements 0 None
2011-03-22 Rethink acknowledges Ontario's new breast cancer program 0 None
2011-03-22 High sodium intake may increase risk of heart disease, stroke, kidney problem 0 None
2011-03-22 Senior Pentagon officials fight foreign aid cuts, The Hill reports 0 None
2011-03-22 IOF, Fonterra Brands award 10,000 USD to OSPFI for Bone Health Campaign 0 None
2011-03-22 NYC expands YMCA's Diabetes Prevention Program to help adults avoid disease consequences 0 5
2011-03-22 PSN system can reduce psychiatric medication errors 0 None
2011-03-22 New research: Trauma patients treated on weekends have greater chance of survival 0 None
2011-03-22 Wisconsin's health policy battles signal state-level changes 0 None
2011-03-22 STJ inaugurates Advanced Technology Center for physicians in Beijing 0 None
2011-03-22 Delta Dental resolves lawsuit against Smile Center clinics 0 None
2011-03-22 City Of Hope opens new center for diabetes research and care 0 None
2011-03-21 Hospital meals cost less than prison meals: Official UK report 0 2
2011-03-21 Information technology could reduce psychiatric drug errors 0 None
2011-03-21 Earthquake response could be improved through telemedicine 0 None
2011-03-21 NTSP Charitable Fund Board announces 2011 recipients of patient care grant funding opportunities 0 None
2011-03-21 Philanthropists triple-match public's donations for TGen's unTEAL cure ovarian cancer event 0 None
2011-03-21 California insurers want focus on what's driving up costs 0 None
2011-03-21 Gingrich predicts undoing of health law in early 2013 0 None
2011-03-21 Premier healthcare alliance named one of World's Most Ethical Companies for 2011 0 None
2011-03-21 Exchanges, waivers continue to draw scrutiny 0 None
2011-03-21 March of Dimes awards Healthy Babies Healthy Business Seal of Approval to The Children's Hospital in Denver 0 None
2011-03-21 NIH spending at risk in budget battle 0 None
2011-03-21 Roundup: Kan., Calif. budget cuts; Texas NICU costs; Katrina trial; Medco CalPERS contract 'dumped' 0 None
2011-03-21 Viewpoints: Celebrating health law anniversary (or not); Tricare's 'modest' fee increase; Funding Planned Parenthood 0 None
2011-03-21 Assisted Living Federation of America names winners of 2011 ALFA Best of the Best Awards 0 None
2011-03-21 Almac, Exco InTouch enter exclusive integrated patient management alliance 0 None
2011-03-21 On health reform law's anniversary: Pros, cons, waivers and state action 0 None
2011-03-21 Intensive weekends: Higher death rates at ICUs over weekends 0 None
2011-03-19 Citizens For Fairness President issues statement on Florida's budget for 2011-2012 0 None
2011-03-19 Lorillard responds to Tobacco Products Scientific Advisory Committee conclusions 0 None
2011-03-19 Medical practitioners, students can benefit from updated textbook on neurologic exams 0 None
2011-03-19 CAPCC, Health Canada, Safe Kids Canada remind parents about dangers of unintentional poisoning 0 None
2011-03-19 Flexibility key word at Senate hearing on state exchanges 0 None
2011-03-19 House GOP targets CLASS Act during subcommittee hearing 0 None
2011-03-19 Aid delivery trickles in one week after Japanese quake, tsunami 0 None
2011-03-19 Are newer prostate cancer treatments — now gaining popularity — worth the extra cost? 1 None
2011-03-19 Senate passes FY11 continuing resolution to keep government funded through April 8 0 None
2011-03-19 Ontario announces passage of regulations that fully enable remote pharmacy dispensing 0 None
2011-03-19 Growing field of literature outlines necessary steps for elder disaster preparedness in emergency 0 None
2011-03-19 Senate oks new short-term budget bill, buys time for talks on larger spending reductions 0 None
2011-03-19 FDA meets ambitious implementation deadlines set forth in tobacco law 0 None
2011-03-19 MPC urges everyone to program poison center phone number into mobiles 0 None
2011-03-19 House lawmakers introduce bill to protect health insurance brokers 0 None
2011-03-19 REACH receives Diamond Certification for high quality air medical services 0 None
2011-03-19 White House plans events to boost health law's public support, but political, policy challenges are in sight 0 None
2011-03-19 AGS honors Boston University professor with Memorial Award for geriatrics education 0 None
2011-03-19 Premier healthcare alliance announces new agreements for arthroscopy fluid waste management 0 None
2011-03-19 Brooklyn Hospital Center implements Netpresenter software to keep staff, visitors, patients up-to-date 0 None
2011-03-19 IASIS enters definitive agreement to purchase 78.2% interest in St. Joseph Medical Center 0 None
2011-03-19 Patient society representatives gather to discuss new strategies to fight osteoporosis 0 None
2011-03-19 EU project to study health of migrants from North Africa 0 None
2011-03-19 Experts issue joint statement to help Americans understand radiation-related health risks 0 None
2011-03-19 Research roundup: Successful medical homes; shortage of HIV doctors; boosting use of $4 generic drugs 0 None
2011-03-19 Removal of menthol cigarettes from marketplace would benefit public health in US: FDA 0 None
2011-03-19 Roundup: Texas attacks health law as Calif., Ind. hospitals cope with law's effects 0 None
2011-03-19 Study explores impact of electronic record systems on quality of care in developing countries 0 None
2011-03-19 Medicaid, state health programs face continued budget cuts 0 None
2011-03-19 CDC to award $2M grant to continue CARPE program in preventing healthcare-associated infections 0 None
2011-03-19 HRSA report finds only 57% of children in the U.S. have access to medical home 0 None
2011-03-19 Oncologists to discuss treatment of blood cancer in elderly 0 None
2011-03-19 Viewpoints: Too many CT scans; single payer is 'best solution'; WSJ on Wash. state 'overregulation' 0 None
2011-03-18 [UPDATE] Pediatric heart surgery unit of Royal Brompton faces closure 0 None
2011-03-18 Scant high-quality research on hospice care in nursing homes 0 None
2011-03-18 Medical expert offers tips to protect from nuclear radiation exposure 0 None
2011-03-18 First Edition: March 18, 2011 0 None
2011-03-18 Autism Speaks supports ICM-9-CM diagnostic code for ASD detection in children 0 5
2011-03-18 M7T, MGH collaborate to implement Keystone Engine for radiology workflow scenario 0 None
2011-03-18 Medical researcher's commentary for clinicians published in JAMA 0 None
2011-03-18 Politics surround the health overhaul, grab headlines 0 None
2011-03-18 World Vision begins Japan relief operations in city of Tome 0 3
2011-03-18 Senate Finance Committee hearing marked by detailed policy discussions 0 None
2011-03-18 Medicare officials signal no payment changes on anemia drugs 0 None
2011-03-18 S&P Healthcare Economic Composite Index for 12-month period ending January 2011 is 6.29% 0 None
2011-03-18 Longer looks: Health policy picks that will fascinate, captivate 0 None
2011-03-18 Experts warn radiation fears are diverting attention from public health threats in Japan 0 None
2011-03-18 Non-adherence to chronic opioid therapy increases healthcare costs and hospital days 0 5
2011-03-18 AANMA survey details the impact of asthma and allergies on patients and their families 0 None
2011-03-18 York Central Hospital welcomes federal grant announcement for new Vaughan hospital 1 None
2011-03-18 U.S. officials discuss proposed foreign aid cuts at House Foreign Affairs Committee hearing 0 None
2011-03-18 Gardening can effectively increase life satisfaction, physical activity in older adults 0 None
2011-03-18 The Hartford develops new life insurance rider for older adults who lives to age 90 0 None
2011-03-18 Mayo Clinic, St. Andrew's Lighthouse announce opening of Gabriel House of Care 0 None
2011-03-18 Despite obesity epidemic life expectancy rises in Europe 0 None
2011-03-18 Englewood Hospital and Medical Center earns HealthGrades Patient Safety Excellence Award 0 None
2011-03-18 Opinions: TB funding; BBC World Service funding; direct cash transfer programs 0 None
2011-03-18 MMRF earns AAHRPP accreditation for human subject protection during clinical research 0 None
2011-03-18 JHUSON adds Harvey the Cardiopulmonary Simulator to simulation education 0 None
2011-03-18 Blue Shield of California withdraws planned rate hike 0 None
2011-03-18 Conference addresses health and safety hazards in homes 0 None
2011-03-18 Guide to improving care of baby boomers' fragility fractures 0 None
2011-03-18 Major clinical studies for heart disease, stroke fail to consider participant's ethnicity 0 None
2011-03-18 At the one-year mark, implications of health law emerge 0 None
2011-03-18 ACP: Increase in internal medicine enrollment can ease primary care workforce shortage 0 None
2011-03-18 CPF applauds new guidelines for treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis 0 2.5
2011-03-18 Viewpoints: Houston's 'painful' E.R. decision; Arizona's 'war' on kids' health care; protecting elders from abuse 0 None
2011-03-18 MeadWestvaco's Mebane packaging plant earns FSC Chain of Custody certification 0 None
2011-03-18 Covidien provides update on its operations in Japan 0 None
2011-03-18 UPMC Health Plan earns recognition for overall satisfaction in Pennsylvania 0 None
2011-03-18 New IAF study identifies ten states as 'diabetes hot spots' 0 None
2011-03-18 NAA expresses strong support of diagnostic code for seniors with ASD 0 None
2011-03-18 What about medical mistakes? 0 None
2011-03-18 Increase in nurses' workload linked to high mortality risk in patients 0 None
2011-03-18 BDV installs IDSS video and audio solutions in Saint Francis', John T. O'Connell Tower 0 None
2011-03-18 ANCI signs agreement with Annapolis for healthcare solution 0 None
2011-03-18 Study: Daily hemodialysis can help alleviate sleep problems related to RLS 0 None
2011-03-18 Pentagon health care proposal: Vets pay more 0 None
2011-03-18 NCG Medical provides two EHR solutions for physicians 0 5
2011-03-18 Humana offers new long-term care insurance plan 1 5
2011-03-18 ACAP selects ArpegioHealth as vendor for business strategy services 0 None
2011-03-18 INEN, MD Anderson sign sister institution agreement 0 None
2011-03-18 Roundup: Cuts in Calif. programs; Ga. seeks federal MLR waiver; N.J. lawmakers try to restore some health funding 0 None
2011-03-18 Sodexo files civil lawsuit against SEIU to halt illegal campaign of extortion 0 None
2011-03-18 Reduction in funding for state parks aggravates economic stress on state economies 0 None
2011-03-18 New drug can aid in smoking reduction therapy 0 None
2011-03-18 Brand name drug prices go up 0 None
2011-03-18 Gardening may boost vegetable consumption in older adults 0 None
2011-03-18 St. Michael's receives $5 million McCain donation for therapeutic endoscopy program 0 None
2011-03-17 Home care and hospice nurses, aides and providers march on Washington to ensure the right of every American to be cared for in their home 0 None
2011-03-17 St. John Providence Health System selects Intuit Health Patient Portal 0 None
2011-03-17 First Edition: March 17, 2011 0 None
2011-03-17 'Fetus To Fifth Grade' book provides updated research on pregnancy and childcare 0 None
2011-03-17 Crowell Systems' Medformix XXV v3 earns Ambulatory Software Certification 0 None
2011-03-17 APS ACTION brings experts together to improve patient outcomes 0 4
2011-03-17 Special report takes critical look at debates about pediatric problematic moods, behaviors 0 None
2011-03-17 Expert says celebrity addiction stories can serve as warning about drug abuse effects 0 5
2011-03-17 MedPAC recommends patients help pay home health care costs 0 None
2011-03-17 TF3 consortium receives ECCH contract to provide RNTI 0 1
2011-03-17 Kentucky Governor signs license bill to practice diabetes education 0 None
2011-03-17 Health law battle lines prominent as 1st anniversary approaches 0 None
2011-03-17 Abortion funding limits may be at odds with GOP interest in tax benefits 0 None
2011-03-17 Highmark forces patients with PIDD to switch over to specific IgG therapy 0 None
2011-03-17 Passage of short-term budget bill reveals deepening intra-GOP differences 0 None
2011-03-17 Nationwide observance raises awareness about HIV/AIDS spread in women 0 None
2011-03-17 White House: Don't fast track Virginia's health law challenge to Supreme Court 0 None
2011-03-17 Hazelden, Columbia University to open collegiate addiction recovery residence in N.Y. City 0 None
2011-03-17 Harvard, UCI receive $2 million CDC grant to help reduce hospital-borne MRSA infections 0 None
2011-03-17 House passes FY11 measure to fund government with $6B worth of cuts 0 None
2011-03-17 WHO says it is ready to assist Japan with nuclear challenge as situation develops 0 None
2011-03-17 New findings reveal abused women are frequent ER visitors for many health problems 0 None
2011-03-17 Computer-based tools can help improve relationship between patients, healthcare workers 1 None
2011-03-17 Radiations from Japanese nuclear plants do not pose immediate risk to the U.S. 0 None
2011-03-17 The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia receives $10 million fund to combat childhood obesity 0 None
2011-03-17 State, federal health law implementation efforts examined 0 None
2011-03-17 Report: Many docs sanctioned by hospitals not punished by state boards 0 None
2011-03-17 ACEP, Poison Control Centers raise awareness about drug poisoning dangers 0 None
2011-03-17 PCMA ad campaign warns Mississippi legislators that SB 2445 can increase health care costs 0 None
2011-03-17 Poll: 93.3% Pennsylvania adults believe they are more responsible for their health 0 None
2011-03-17 Expert discusses certain measures that can help prevent HAI spread 0 None
2011-03-17 Packaged beverages now have to list total calorie count, not just the calorie content per serving 0 None
2011-03-17 Viewpoints: Wis. Medicaid dilemma; an army doc's Rx for cutting costs; Rep. Boren on repeal 0 None
2011-03-17 New policy research evaluates proposed reduction consequences in federal health center 0 None
2011-03-17 CVDW, Dow Corning collaborate to improve vision correction in children 0 None
2011-03-17 State Medicaid budgets face serious cuts, funding battles 0 None
2011-03-17 State roundup: Moving ahead on exchanges; Ga. training minority docs 0 None
2011-03-17 Individuals face roadblocks in buying health insurance 0 None
2011-03-17 New study: Emergency departments may miss 70% of domestic abuse cases 0 None
2011-03-16 NHS staff concerns laid out in a report 0 None
2011-03-16 Study: Dried plums more safe, effective than psyllium to treat constipation 0 5
2011-03-16 First Edition: March 16, 2011 0 None
2011-03-16 BistroMD releases exclusive videos to educate women on menopause, weight gain 0 None
2011-03-16 Nukepills.com donates 50,000 potassium iodide tablets to Tokushukai Hospital in Tokyo 0 5
2011-03-16 Washington Post: Doctors slow to switch to Electronic Health Records 0 None
2011-03-16 RNs step up to meet need for geriatric care 0 None
2011-03-16 It's the health law's birthday and not everyone is celebrating 0 None
2011-03-16 GOP rebellion takes shape around short-term spending bill 0 None
2011-03-16 Obama administration wants to slow down on health law challenges 0 None
2011-03-16 Older adults in public housing suffer fatigue and chronic related conditions 0 None
2011-03-16 APAPO honors House Democratic Leader with Outstanding Leadership Award 0 None
2011-03-16 U.S. aid has been reaching Libya, U.S. officials say 0 None
2011-03-16 UCI receives two-year grants to continue innovative work in elder abuse prevention 0 None
2011-03-16 Ambry, LABS partner to offer new donor and patient screening options 0 None
2011-03-16 Older adults on cell phones may put themselves at risk while street-crossing 0 None
2011-03-16 Florida Legislature must modernize state's 14-year-old tobacco policies: Citizens For Fairness 0 None
2011-03-16 Efforts take shape to simplify end-of-life wishes, improve care 0 None
2011-03-16 Updated NCCN Guidelines for Ovarian Cancer outline new treatment options for women 0 5
2011-03-16 $10 million in CDC grants awarded to combat hospital-acquired infections 0 None
2011-03-16 AFGE: Proposed cost saving strategy may diminish both access, quality of health care for veterans 0 None
2011-03-16 New study examines mortality rates among patients treated for AMI in hospitals 0 5
2011-03-16 Improving care for Medicaid's sickest 5% could help reduce funding gap 0 None
2011-03-16 Hospitals with higher diagnosis frequency for chronic conditions have lower case-fatality rate 0 None
2011-03-16 New review finds no link between pacifiers and breastfeeding problems 0 None
2011-03-16 NAFC honors Florida's Cleveland Clinic physician with Continence Care Champion Award 0 None
2011-03-16 State roundup: Fla. seeks MLR waiver; hospitals struggle 0 None
2011-03-16 TrustHCS enters partnership with RemitDATA to utilize TITAN in physician services practice 0 None
2011-03-16 Mile Square earns excellence in heart care 0 None
2011-03-16 Viewpoints: Texas' painful budget cuts; Congress 'should' attack deficit, Medicare costs 0 None
2011-03-16 A Medicare mistake: Paying for Viagra 0 None
2011-03-16 Post-stroke depression management can lead to better physical functioning 0 None
2011-03-16 Nuclear fallout-related health fears rise in Japan 0 None
2011-03-16 Pentagon plans to target Tricare spending 0 None
2011-03-16 ALMA receives ExxonMobil $250,000 grant to combat malaria 0 None
2011-03-15 Medicare pays $3 million for Viagra by mistake 0 None
2011-03-15 Research links frequent prescribing to opioid-related deaths 0 None
2011-03-15 First Edition: March 15, 2011 0 None
2011-03-15 AYA cancer patients require targeted care, say experts 0 None
2011-03-15 Researchers find insufficient cleaning can lead to microbe spread on orthodontic retainers 0 None
2011-03-15 New research: Aging population triggers a boom in Chinese nursing home industry 0 None
2011-03-15 Documents show Blue Shield of Calif.'s rate increases could exceed 85% 0 None
2011-03-15 Despite partisan clashes, political climate open to 'adult' budget debate 0 None
2011-03-15 ACP receives BMY grant for HIV workforce capacity building initiative 0 None
2011-03-15 U-M receives NIFA grant to reduce childhood obesity among preschoolers 0 None
2011-03-15 New report finds nearly 15 million Alzheimer's and dementia caregivers in the U.S. 0 None
2011-03-15 Hospital VIHrtual is a safe and effective tool for HIV patients 0 None
2011-03-15 LRC professors develop daylighting design guide for school students 0 None
2011-03-15 WHO reports on risk from radiation exposure, Humanitarian Assistance arrives in Japan following earthquake 0 None
2011-03-15 Nurses can have critical impact on ethical issues prevalent in healthcare system 0 2
2011-03-15 Innovative strategies to reduce infections in health-care settings 0 None
2011-03-15 Queen's University launches well being, inclusion study of former prisoners in Northern Ireland 0 None
2011-03-15 U.N. officials highlight lack of access to humanitarian aid in Libya 0 None
2011-03-15 WFP announces plan to boost food aid, U.N. calls for international aid amid escalating crisis in Cote d'Ivoire 0 None
2011-03-15 Research highlights benefit of shortened radiation course for patients with DCIS 0 None
2011-03-15 Five medical centers receive CDC grant to help reduce healthcare-associated infections 0 None
2011-03-15 New UCSD center investigates link between Alzheimer's and Down syndrome 0 None
2011-03-15 Older people who receive Guided Care use fewer expensive health services 0 None
2011-03-14 Taking health technology to the top 0 5
2011-03-14 EHNAC accredits Sourcenet as first medical biller 0 None
2011-03-14 GOP emphasizing need for states to lead on health reform 0 None
2011-03-14 Waivers continue to be flashpoints in health overhaul's implementation 0 None
2011-03-14 First stage of $22.5 million Manitoba EHR project goes live 0 None
2011-03-14 Hospice care often provides benefits for survivors, too 0 None
2011-03-14 Main Line Health implements eClinicalWorks comprehensive EHR solution 0 None
2011-03-14 Public opinion turns political dynamics of health reform 0 None
2011-03-14 Viewpoints: Sebelius, Harkin, Wyden, King, Altman, Butler weigh in on health reform law 0 None
2011-03-14 LA Times: Q & A with Surgeon General Regina Benjamin 0 None
2011-03-14 MEDecision, Health Language enter strategic partnership 0 None
2011-03-14 EASL schedules press conference and news briefings during International Liver Congress 2011 0 None
2011-03-14 State roundup: Medicaid cuts cause unusual bedfellows 0 None
2011-03-14 First Edition: March 14, 2011 0 None
2011-03-14 Surgeons deliver virtual temporal bone dissection course for otolaryngology residents, physicians 0 None
2011-03-14 Specialists to provide update on latest advancements in surgical field at UCSD conference 0 None
2011-03-14 Pawlenty assails government-run health care in N.H. trip 0 None
2011-03-14 Hospice and Palliative care 0 4
2011-03-14 GOP's new short-term budget fix does not include health cuts 0 None
2011-03-14 New insights into factors affecting adolescent marijuana use 1 None
2011-03-14 FY12 State Department funding request cannot be fulfilled, House Foreign Ops committee chair says 0 None
2011-03-14 Several Republican members of Congress urge Obama administration to deny North Korean food aid request 0 None
2011-03-14 Federal appeals court agrees to expedite Florida suit against health law 0 None
2011-03-11 Depression: Get a second opinion, 69% of initial diagnoses are incorrect 0 None
2011-03-11 Premier endorses GHX Procurement Suite 0 None
2011-03-11 Food for healthy teeth and gums 0 5
2011-03-11 Viewpoints: Health law's individual mandate, fighting the deficit by pinching health care pennies 0 None
2011-03-11 Roundup: Poll finds satisfaction with Mass. health coverage; Kan. Gov. seeks Medicaid block grant 0 None
2011-03-11 Research Roundup: Mass. medical bankruptcies; Palliative care teams work; Innovative health IT 0 None
2011-03-11 Polyglot Systems, CCNC offer Meducation technology to North Carolina residents 0 None
2011-03-11 Longer looks: Best health policy picks from thought-provoking publications 0 None
2011-03-11 GOP budget choices: Offer politically risky cuts to Medicare, Medicaid or 'play it safe'? 1 None
2011-03-11 Health care experts, lawmakers discuss the overhaul's future 0 None
2011-03-11 CBO deficit-reduction options include billions in Medicare, Medicaid cuts 0 None
2011-03-11 Abortion wars continue: Funding and insurance coverage issues are among key battlegrounds 0 None
2011-03-11 Without fix, docs face 30% Medicare pay cut in 2012 0 None
2011-03-11 HHS unveils proposed waiver regs for states 0 None
2011-03-11 ACO regs out soon, says Berwick 0 None
2011-03-11 Doctors now wise to ruse of false representation by medical associations 0 1
2011-03-11 First Edition: March 11, 2011 0 None
2011-03-11 Insurance influences final choice of seniors shopping for physician specialists 0 None
2011-03-11 Two Dems sign on to bill to undo health law's independent payment Advisory Board 0 None
2011-03-11 Party differences emerge as Senate nixes current year budget plans 0 None
2011-03-11 Canadian Partnership to receive second mandate from Harper Government for cancer control 0 None
2011-03-11 U.S., aid agencies struggle to provide humanitarian aid for situation in Libya 0 None
2011-03-11 Personal usage and patient recommendations for dietary supplements are quite common across specialties 0 None
2011-03-11 Increase in cancer survivors underscores need for post-treatment follow-up care 0 None
2011-03-11 Sebelius issues warning about impact of GOP tactics on Medicare 0 None
2011-03-11 Researchers find four in five office-based physicians can qualify for new EHR Incentive Programs 0 None
2011-03-11 USAID-India fund AIP project to increase food security, agricultural production 0 5
2011-03-11 House lawmakers press Senate to take action on 1099 repeal 0 None
2011-03-11 Number of patients needing home health care after hospital discharge surges by 70% 0 1
2011-03-11 New coalition challenges candidates to 'take a stand' for child and youth mental health 0 None
2011-03-11 FMCNA encourages high blood pressure, diabetes people to learn about risk of CKD 0 None
2011-03-11 House bill introduced to allow individuals to apply for health law waivers 0 None
2011-03-11 Defunding strategy takes aim at health law's mandatory spending provisions 0 None
2011-03-11 CHF signs agreement with Global Fund to implement HIV/AIDS program in Colombia 0 None
2011-03-11 International conference to address African health issues in Geneva 0 None
2011-03-11 Walgreens sells Pharmacy Benefits Manager to Catalyst Health Solutions 0 None
2011-03-11 Regence Foundation offers eight grants to hospitals for palliative care programs 0 None
2011-03-11 Layton, LHP partner to construct new Seton Medical Center in Texas 0 None
2011-03-11 Texas Children's completes first phase of certification to implant SynCardia temporary Total Artificial Heart 0 None
2011-03-11 Australian, U.S. Department of VA to collaborate on new military deployment research project 0 None
2011-03-11 SAMHSA study finds 51.5% drug-related hospital visits by older patients 0 None
2011-03-11 Sec. Clinton launches global partnership to improve maternal, child health 0 None
2011-03-11 Experts ponder questions regarding law's 'essential benefits' package 0 None
2011-03-11 Medicare fraud costs taxpayers big money 0 None
2011-03-11 Infant formulas with fluoridated water increase risk of discolored teeth: HHS 0 5
2011-03-11 Justice Dept. seeks fast consideration of health law appeal 0 None
2011-03-11 CWRU: Postmenopausal women need more dental checkups 0 None
2011-03-11 State roundup: Concerns about pay for Mass. health executives, board members 0 None
2011-03-11 Seattle Children's Hospital inaugurates new dialysis unit 0 None
2011-03-11 Dietitian offers nutrition tips to obtain maximum health benefits 0 None
2011-03-11 Volume-based referrals do not necessarily improve patient outcomes 0 None
2011-03-11 CSC implements phase one of NC-MIPS program for healthcare professionals, hospitals 0 None
2011-03-11 Researchers develop web-based approach to solve personal health assessment problem 0 None
2011-03-11 New initiative for pregnant women and newborns in rural settings 0 None
2011-03-11 Viewpoints: Vinson's backdown, Ariz. Death Panels and The Pentagon's Achilles' heel 0 None
2011-03-10 NCI report: Number of US cancer survivors increases to 11.7 million during 2007 0 None
2011-03-10 TGen launches globalCure initiative to fight against pancreatic cancer 0 None
2011-03-10 International panel revises, simplifies 'McDonald Criteria' for diagnosis of multiple sclerosis 0 5
2011-03-10 New book on issues related to female circumcision 0 1
2011-03-10 New collaborative programme can improve mother and infant nutrition 0 None
2011-03-10 Survey reports education and health care are the top two American spending priorities 0 None
2011-03-10 Pilot entrepreneur creates ultra-luxe alcohol and addiction rehabilitation facility 0 None
2011-03-10 Matrix, dbMotion partner to market and deploy healthcare solutions in the UK 0 None
2011-03-10 BMC anesthesiologist receives Letter of Commendation from WHO for pulse oximetry video 0 None
2011-03-10 First Lady Obama, Sec. Clinton mark International Women's Day 0 None
2011-03-10 George Hoag Family Foundation awards grant to Cedars-Sinai's COACH for Kids program 0 None
2011-03-10 Survey reveals impact of health care law on seniors 0 None
2011-03-10 Dem leaders acknowledge Senate support for Berwick falls short 0 None
2011-03-10 PQC: Americans express rising concern about hospital acquired infections 1 None
2011-03-10 AHF unveils new national advertising campaign about AIDS drugs 0 None
2011-03-10 GOP pollster offers vision for undoing the health law 0 None
2011-03-10 Ohio officials seek federal permission for use of propoxur to halt bedbug infestations 0 None
2011-03-10 Lipitz Center offers free technical assistance to medical practices for chronic care 0 None
2011-03-10 AAFP, AAP, ACP and AOA release new guidelines for effective PCMH recognition programs 0 None
2011-03-10 UK doctors' and the public's attitudes differ over euthanasia, physician-assisted suicide 0 None
2011-03-10 California leaders completes much-anticipated State Plan for Alzheimer's disease 0 None
2011-03-10 White House appeals Florida ruling overturning health law 0 None
2011-03-10 Wii Fit video games can improve health, physical fitness in women 0 None
2011-03-10 Reid backs House version of 1099 repeal 0 None
2011-03-10 Opinions: Investing in science, technology; Indian public-private partnership for NTDs; U.S. global food security investments; Clinton's statements on PEPFAR; U.S. foreign aid; primary care 0 None
2011-03-10 State budget cuts take toll on mental health services 0 None
2011-03-10 Health Dialog unveils new Shared Decision Making program for insomnia patients 0 None
2011-03-10 Senate continues to be embroiled in spending bill battles 0 None
2011-03-10 NSW selects ZOLL AED Plus devices for Rural Fire Service stations 0 None
2011-03-10 Study: Alcohol abuse impacts quality of life for patients after liver transplant 0 None
2011-03-10 Feds gives Maine a break from insurance premium rules 0 None
2011-03-10 NCPA encourages patients on safe disposal of unwanted medications 0 None
2011-03-10 PPD introduces new online portal to enhance patient connectivity, improve retention in clinical trials 0 None
2011-03-09 Medicaid and the health overhaul's goals 0 None
2011-03-09 Viewpoints: Are waivers weakening health law?; Ill. 'Dangerous Docs'; Arizona transplants 0 None
2011-03-09 Camp STAR to offer evidence-based therapy for children with ADHD 0 None
2011-03-09 Roundup: Legislatures pressured on health cuts, malpractice laws; Mass. Blue Cross board salaries; pension costs 0 None
2011-03-09 Keneally promises billions for hospital & healthcare upgrades 1 None
2011-03-09 M-3 Information introduces new behavioral health website to improve quality of care 0 None
2011-03-09 MHQP reports significant differences in quality of care delivered by Massachusetts medical groups 0 None
2011-03-09 LUMEDX implements HealthView Chest Pain Management solution at Methodist hospitals 0 5
2011-03-09 ADVANTAGE, ITA to implement proprietary oncology decision-support platform 0 None
2011-03-09 CareView executes agreement with Health Management Associates 0 None
2011-03-09 U.S. Bank introduces two enhanced offerings for healthcare providers 0 None
2011-03-09 Grace CHC secures $150,000 in state Medicaid EHR incentives 0 None
2011-03-09 Innovative interprofessional training for students can improve healthcare for patients 0 None
2011-03-09 The American Journal of Medicine focuses on the continuing healthcare reform debate 0 None
2011-03-09 New study shows excess hospitalization costs for homeless people 0 None
2011-03-09 Department of VA selects Harris to partipicate in Mentor-Protege Program with 7 Delta 0 None
2011-03-09 Optimism stems from Humana's focus on Medicare plans - but don't expect a dividend soon 0 None
2011-03-09 Dental, vision benefits for seniors from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield 0 None
2011-03-09 Three new research initiatives to study how design of neighbourhoods impact obesity 0 None
2011-03-09 HSL launches Retirement University program for seniors 0 None
2011-03-09 SMArt platform to support flexible health IT environment, promote innovation 0 None
2011-03-09 Also in global health news: Rights abuses in Myanmar; Indian malnutrition; Mali Global Fund grant; shift in USAID's programs in Afghanistan; Gates Foundation grant for vaccines 0 None
2011-03-09 Many American employees feel undervalued and stressed out at work: Survey 0 None
2011-03-09 Apotex passes Bill C-393 to fix Canada's Access to Medicines Regime 0 None
2011-03-09 Health law policy disputes central to congressional spending fight 0 None
2011-03-09 GRACE model improves health and reduces Medicare costs in high risk seniors 0 None
2011-03-09 Senate 'Gang of six' launches public campaign for deficit reduction 0 None
2011-03-09 Heated debate surrounds Physician Compare database 0 None
2011-03-09 HHS unveils format for consumer notices of insurance rate increases 0 None
2011-03-09 Study: Mass. health law has not staunched medical bankruptcies 0 None
2011-03-09 Opinion pieces address International Women's Day 0 None
2011-03-09 Several states weigh new rules on abortion 0 None
2011-03-09 Cardin, Coakley stake out political positions using health law 0 None
2011-03-09 Patients with epilepsy-linked memory loss worry more than their physicians 0 None
2011-03-09 Study: Americans experience higher rates of chronic disease than their English counterparts 0 None
2011-03-09 Florida considers managed care program to cut Medicaid costs 0 None
2011-03-09 CMS' Berwick in hot seat again 0 None
2011-03-09 Jobless African-American men may face risk of depression 0 None
2011-03-08 Viewpoints: Romney's record, calling GOP's 'bluff', abortion/birth control funding 0 None
2011-03-08 Majority of Americans believe doctors using EHR systems provide better care 0 None
2011-03-08 Roundup: Medicaid cuts coming in Pa., Kansas; Mass. insurance hikes 0 None
2011-03-08 On-call physician compensation survey released 0 None
2011-03-08 Henry Schein MicroMD EMR Version 7.5 attains ONC-ATCB Complete EHR certification status 0 None
2011-03-08 First Edition: March 8, 2011 0 None
2011-03-08 Nursing professors to develop new device for older adults 0 None
2011-03-08 Kellogg partners with Action for Healthy Kids to launch Share Your Breakfast program 0 None
2011-03-08 New research finds OSS for health IT may be more secure than other systems 0 None
2011-03-08 Females who base their self worth on appearance tend to share more photos on Facebook 0 None
2011-03-08 New study represents major reversal in thinking about universal screening programs 0 None
2011-03-08 CPCS to host event on March 21 to explore feeding children in new parenting culture 0 None
2011-03-08 New report highlights wide range of hazardous air pollutants emitted from power plants 0 None
2011-03-08 Quick dose of empathy may help close racial gaps in pain treatment 0 5
2011-03-08 U-M receives Connections for Cardiovascular Health grant to expand 'Project Healthy Schools' 0 None
2011-03-08 PHS announces result of OSHPD data on malnutrition rates at all of state's hospitals 0 None
2011-03-08 The Hill: Health law waivers exceed 1,000 0 None
2011-03-08 Study: Residential treatment greatly improves smoking abstinence 0 None
2011-03-08 Youth Impact Program to receive sponsors from Tulane University, New Orleans Saints 0 None
2011-03-08 Harvard study finds increase in medical bankruptcies in Massachusetts 0 None
2011-03-08 Senate Democrats release FY11 CR that seeks to preserve foreign aid, State Department funding at FY10 levels 0 None
2011-03-08 Post-discharge calls to patients help reduce 30-day readmissions, improve satisfaction 0 5
2011-03-08 Stakeholders address questions related to HIT impact on healthcare disparities at invitational roundtable 0 None
2011-03-08 Democrats may be giving up on medicare chief's confirmation 0 None
2011-03-08 LA Times: New nursing home paperwork may be a positive 0 None
2011-03-08 New grant for expanding Project Healthy Schools to reduce childhood obesity 0 None
2011-03-08 SCA report: 59% of women chooses wellbeing dimension as most important aspect 0 None
2011-03-08 UNICEF requests $1.4b to assist women, children in humanitarian crises worldwide 0 None
2011-03-08 Also in global health news: EU-India talks; China's health system funding; water in Ethiopia; nonprofit offering health services abroad to sell off assets; polio in India 0 None
2011-03-08 Study shows that satisfaction of older parents rise with more number of children 0 None
2011-03-08 IHME announces release of new Global Health Data Exchange 0 None
2011-03-08 New screening program to identify children with behavioral, emotional problems 0 1
2011-03-08 Patent woes likely to trigger drug co. losses 0 None
2011-03-08 Study: Role of air pollutants in cardiometabolic syndrome 0 None
2011-03-08 Politico: Conservative justices face attacks from the left 0 None
2011-03-08 Happy Together book reveals essential relationship skills 0 None
2011-03-08 Study: Moderate drinking can reduce risk of dementia even among older adults 0 None
2011-03-08 Study: Physicians' empathy can improve patients' positive clinical outcomes 0 1
2011-03-08 Study explores nine nutrition education online courses 0 None
2011-03-08 Medicaid pressures push governors to consider ways to stretch their dollars 0 None
2011-03-08 Spacelabs Healthcare receives FDA clearance for Enhanced Flow Meter Visualization 0 None
2011-03-08 Researchers find new strategy for long-term care of seniors 0 None
2011-03-08 North Shore-LIJ launches new prenatal quality initiative 0 None
2011-03-08 Humana joins with iCan to offer new individual healthcare plans 0 None
2011-03-08 Parents play a key role in prevention of alcohol consumption in teenagers 0 None
2011-03-08 Health law funding again in play as Congress seeks current-year spending deal 0 None
2011-03-08 Bupa introduces new health section online for international audience 0 None
2011-03-08 GOP presidential hopeful Romney continues defense of Mass. health overhaul 0 None
2011-03-08 UCSF's new pharmacy to focus on direct patient care 0 None
2011-03-08 Study: Elderly driver slower to compensate for more limited field of view 0 None
2011-03-08 State roundup: Mass. effort to manage care for chronically ill; promoting organ donations 0 None
2011-03-08 FDA clears Breathe BT-V2S ventilator for COPD disease management 0 None
2011-03-08 AstraZeneca grants $2.5 million to 14 U.S.-based organizations to improve cardiovascular health 0 None
2011-03-08 Costs and profits: News from the hospital industry 0 None
2011-03-08 Experts develop financial modeling tool to assess economic impact linked with accountable care 0 None
2011-03-08 Viewpoints: 'Cynics' in the House; free-market reforms; Romneycare Vs. Obamacare 0 None
2011-03-07 FDA clears Spacelabs' EFM Visualization used in Anesthesia System 0 None
2011-03-07 Flinders overcrowding problems to be addressed 0 None
2011-03-07 Olivia’s cancer center’s future hangs in balance due to funds crunch 0 None
2011-03-07 Elsevier offers Arabic bilingual medical texts to major universities in the Middle East 0 None
2011-03-07 Carnot LSI launches new website for industrial contacts 0 None
2011-03-07 AusBiotech, WMDO to offer online medtech courses 0 5
2011-03-07 New website to encourage healthy behavior changes in Oklahomans 0 None
2011-03-07 Poll explores link between Americans' use of communication technologies and sleep habits 0 None
2011-03-06 Food safety lawyer calls on DeFranco & Sons to pay medical bills for hazelnuts victims 0 None
2011-03-06 Study examines impact of clinical, basic biomedical research on future work, products, healthcare 0 None
2011-03-06 Romney: Federal health reform worse than Mass. plan 0 None
2011-03-06 CPCHE launches multi-year project to promote healthier home energy retrofits 0 None
2011-03-06 Health care political battles tied to budget, insurance costs 1 None
2011-03-05 Mintz Levin's Health Law Practice to sponsor WBL's 10th Annual Summit 0 None
2011-03-05 Leading advocacy organizations to mark International Women's Day with panel discussion 0 None
2011-03-05 NCRM, CSCRM to become national force in regenerative medicine 0 None
2011-03-05 1 800 GET THIN to sponsor Wendy's Knowledge Is Power program 0 None
2011-03-05 Members of Congress receive messages from lupus advocates during Lupus Advocacy Day 0 None
2011-03-05 Pennsylvanians to observe Problem Gambling Awareness Week 0 None
2011-03-05 US District Court certifies class-action lawsuit against McKesson for drug price manipulation 0 None
2011-03-05 Journal of Public Health Management and Practice's current issue explains impact of PPACA 0 None
2011-03-05 SLM, Johns Hopkins, MDSNe partner to provide medical education for European healthcare providers 0 None
2011-03-05 NIEHS, NTP to mark 50th anniversary of SOT 0 None
2011-03-05 Efficient medical treatments to be showcased at SIR's 36th Annual Scientific Meeting 0 None
2011-03-05 Core Performance uses IBM software to help consumers reach their fitness goals 0 None
2011-03-05 Deal Search Online: Pharma is the single most active sector in decade's health care M&A market 0 None
2011-03-05 Walgreens joins Care Continuum Alliance as new member 0 None
2011-03-05 U.N. panel recommends reparations fund for victims of sexual violence in DRC 0 None
2011-03-05 GW Health Policy Researchers play a major role in AJPM supplement 0 None
2011-03-05 Study examines effectiveness of active video games for improving health, fitness 1 4
2011-03-05 Senate Republicans urge White House to withdraw Berwick nomination 0 None
2011-03-05 Psychiatrist releases new book on wide range of issues about life 0 None
2011-03-05 WSJ: A windfall for HCA investors 0 None
2011-03-05 NFBI to hold seminar on everyday tips and techniques for blind people in Burlington 0 None
2011-03-05 Physicians, care provider organizations near deadline for processing submittals to CMS for 2010 PQRI 0 None
2011-03-05 First Lady to discuss Let's Move! initiative on childhood obesity during NLC Conference 0 None
2011-03-05 FLSPMP moves to set record straight on issue of patient privacy, PDMP 0 None
2011-03-05 DaVita earns recognition in Fortune's Most Admired Companies list 0 3.3
2011-03-05 Two influential business groups back Crystal Lake hospital plan 0 None
2011-03-05 American Express, TakePart announce final round of Members Project winners 0 None
2011-03-05 Medical professionals vote to become part of UAPD 0 None
2011-03-05 Prestige Assisted Living at Sierra Vista to host educational speaker series that explores memory care issues 0 None
2011-03-05 Philips introduces new innovative and cost-effective solutions for radiology at ECR 2011 0 None
2011-03-05 Sebelius, GOP face off at House hearing 0 None
2011-03-05 Skilled Healthcare Group to transfer operations of five indirect subsidiaries to Brius Healthcare 0 None
2011-03-05 Anthem Life sponsors USABA to host Winter Ski Festival for visually impaired athletes 0 None
2011-03-05 Senate dems pitch long-term spending bill 0 None
2011-03-05 Pennsylvania Authority partners with QIP to raise awareness about patient safety issues 0 None
2011-03-05 Journal of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease becomes official journal of COPD Foundation 0 None
2011-03-05 Denture wearers advised to pay special attention to consumption of zinc 0 None
2011-03-05 Recent releases in Global Health 0 None
2011-03-05 Sodexo earns second rank for diversity and inclusion 0 None
2011-03-05 Fourteen life sciences entrepreneurs to vie for $25,000 fund at 3rd Annual ZINO Life 0 None
2011-03-05 Healthcare communications, patient engagement improve safety, reduce errors 0 None
2011-03-05 FORTUNE magazine includes Quest Diagnostics in 'World's Most Admired Companies' list 0 None
2011-03-05 Judge stays ruling against health law, sets deadline for White House to appeal 0 None
2011-03-05 Family left on sideline in health care crisis 0 None
2011-03-05 House votes to repeal health law's tax reporting requirement 0 None
2011-03-05 Eveo to develop mobile solutions that encourage adherence 0 None
2011-03-05 Smile Brands announces grand opening of its new Castle Dental office in Houston 0 None
2011-03-05 BNCT treatment proves effective in treating recurrent head, neck cancer 0 None
2011-03-05 LUC, Trinity sign LOI to strengthen Catholic health care 0 None
2011-03-05 CCC's new pilot program to help couples deal with conflict is now available for Canadians 0 None
2011-03-05 Major providers of prison medical care set to merge 0 None
2011-03-05 Acos: FTC member says health law 'centerpiece' needs clarification 0 None
2011-03-05 Study reports highest rate of exclusive breastfeeding in El Camino Women's Hospital 0 None
2011-03-05 Brands announces grand opening of its new Bright Now Dental office in Fountain Valley 0 None
2011-03-05 CMSI launches first online registry for medical marijuana patients 0 None
2011-03-05 PRI, AnswersMedia announce launch of Patient Advisor 0 None
2011-03-05 State roundup: After Vinson stay, Alaska to implement health law 0 None
2011-03-05 Outcome's TotalQuality Reporting Service to help hospitals meet quality elements of Meaningful Use reporting 0 None
2011-03-05 Tufts, Harvard Pilgrim plan to remain as individual organizations 0 None
2011-03-05 Research roundup: Hospital infections and costs; Prescription confusion; Medicaid and access to care 0 None
2011-03-05 BJC, WUSM use IBM software to provide better care for patients worldwide 0 None
2011-03-05 Family-assisted exercise therapy improves function, recovery after stroke: Study 0 None
2011-03-05 House Republicans continue budget assault on health law 0 None
2011-03-04 Viewpoints: Gambling on entitlement cuts; 'culture war' over family planning; insurance premium 'gouge' in Calif. 0 None
2011-03-04 GOP focus remains tight on reforming Medicare, entitlement programs 0 None
2011-03-04 First Edition: March 4, 2011 0 None
2011-03-04 Medicus lowers its base rates to 20% for medical professionals in Missouri 0 None
2011-03-04 Avvo lets users identify doctors by hospital affiliation 0 None
2011-03-04 Alcohol, marijuana and methamphetamines are common abuse substances 1 None
2011-03-04 ICFH receives Health Foundation of South Florida grant for health information technology 0 None
2011-03-04 Dramatic decrease in CP diagnoses provides evidence of quality of neonatal care 0 None
2011-03-04 NSBRI selects Brigham researcher for postdoctoral fellowship 0 None
2011-03-04 Study: Job satisfaction affects quality of sleep 0 None
2011-03-04 Longer looks: Best health policy picks from thought-provoking publications 0 None
2011-03-04 HHS Inspector General: Many nursing home workers have criminal records 0 None
2011-03-04 RPCU to track and ensure Premier's measures for seniors 0 None
2011-03-04 For Mitt Romney, another voice adds to the criticisms of Mass. health plan 0 None
2011-03-04 New analysis compares House and administration proposals with public budgets 0 None
2011-03-04 Bipartisan Senate bills would open Medicare physician payment data to public 0 None
2011-03-04 Clinton, Kerry caution against FY11 foreign aid cuts at Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing 0 None
2011-03-04 ATS releases new report recommending research priorities in OSA treatment 0 None
2011-03-04 Few primary care physicians pay adequate attention to patients taking prescription opioid drugs 0 None
2011-03-04 Boston Blades' new team to raise money, awareness for Alzheimer's research 0 None
2011-03-04 Canadian nurses call for changes to health system 0 None
2011-03-04 Apple polyphenols prolong average lifespan of fruit flies 0 None
2011-03-04 BCAN to host new forum on March 12 to raise awareness about bladder cancer 0 None
2011-03-04 President's bioethics commission names international panel to review whether U.S. rules protect clinical trial participants in U.S., abroad 0 None
2011-03-04 AHF receives American Express fund to fight against HIV/AIDS 0 None
2011-03-04 Dentists need to take a closer look at potential hazards of exposing patients to zinc 0 None
2011-03-04 Results Physiotherapy opens new clinic in Collierville 0 None
2011-03-04 Premier creates new tool to help hospitals and health systems assess VBP impact 0 None
2011-03-04 HHS report: Early retiree insurance program reaches 5,000 employers 0 None
2011-03-04 Vinson issues stay of his health care ruling 0 None
2011-03-04 Special issue highlights need for specialist evaluation, conservative treatment of infants with DP 0 None
2011-03-04 AAOS releases clinical practice guideline to treat rotator cuff tears 0 None
2011-03-04 New survey: 50+ Californians concerned about having access to health care as they age 0 None
2011-03-04 Governors' Medicaid, budget concerns trigger debate 0 None
2011-03-04 State roundup: N.Y. malpractice fight; costly prisoners in Calif.; abortion battles 0 None
2011-03-04 Study: 6 out of 10 male drug-abusers direct violence against their partners 0 None
2011-03-04 Two-week budget measure signed into law 0 None
2011-03-04 U.S. Representatives, Gene Green introduce bipartisan bill to ensure Medicare reimbursement 0 None
2011-03-04 HITArkansas names ABEL as preferred vendor for electronic medical health records 0 None
2011-03-04 Health law legal challenges draw analysis, predictions 0 None
2011-03-04 AHRQ: More than 59 million Americans diagnosed with high blood pressure in 2008 0 None
2011-03-04 Viewpoints: Medicaid costs making Ohio 'ill'?; Penn. adultbasic cuts 'bad'; Calif.'s prisoner dilemma 0 None
2011-03-03 VDF urges Americans to learn about risks of DVT to help prevent death 0 None
2011-03-03 PDI introduces new division for clinical educators to optimize patient care and outcomes 0 None
2011-03-03 Health care fraud a hot topic on Capitol Hill 0 None
2011-03-03 Opinions: Foreign aid, Peace Corps, wartime sexual violence 0 None
2011-03-03 Mater improves communication with external healthcare providers 0 None
2011-03-03 VICC introduces nation's first personalized cancer decision support tool 0 None
2011-03-03 BMC partners with YMCA of Greater Boston to form END Diabetes Program 0 None
2011-03-03 Medical Oncology recognized at EU level to allow free movement of doctors 0 None
2011-03-03 GOP lawmakers react to Obama's offer of flexibility for states 0 None
2011-03-03 Clinton defends State Department budget requests before House panel 0 None
2011-03-03 Block grant plan among Medicaid alternatives eyed by GOP 0 None
2011-03-03 First Edition: March 3, 2011 0 None
2011-03-03 Warwick begins research, training program to reduce pregnant mother, baby death rates in Malawi 0 None
2011-03-03 NHCAA's Seven Guiding Principles for Policymakers to combat health care fraud 0 None
2011-03-03 SAMHSA survey: 65% of substance abuse treatment facilities accept private health insurance 0 None
2011-03-03 Medtronic to make nearly $4 million in 2011 to address non-communicable diseases 0 None
2011-03-03 Health law's coverage expansions tally $118 billion in state costs, Republicans say 0 None
2011-03-03 Hospital groups express opposition to easing Medicaid rules 0 None
2011-03-03 Joslin launches initiative for primary care physicians to improve diabetes care 0 4
2011-03-03 GHI executive director addresses global health community at Kaiser Family Foundation town hall 0 None
2011-03-03 Two reasons motivate rural Appalachian women to perform breast health self-examinations 0 None
2011-03-03 1099 repeal measure's pay-for mechanism triggers democratic concern 0 None
2011-03-03 Lixte receives $244,479.25 U.S. government grant for QTDP program 0 None
2011-03-03 Britain to cut foreign aid for 16 countries, focus more on family planning, safe water, maternal mortality 0 None
2011-03-03 Adherence counseling during HIV treatment greatly improves patient outcomes 0 None
2011-03-03 FDA takes action against companies that manufacture unapproved prescription drugs 0 None
2011-03-03 Viewpoints: Obama's 'flexibility' offer; Virginia's abortion law 'mischief'; primary care cuts 0 None
2011-03-03 IBM announces new Patient Empowerment System 0 None
2011-03-03 SSLG files Class Action lawsuit against SSA for failure to disclose queried information 0 None
2011-03-03 Corporations brace for health law gains and losses 0 None
2011-03-03 CDC report shows 58% decline in bloodstream infections in U.S. hospital ICUs 0 None
2011-03-03 Breast Health Center receives three-year accreditation from NAPBC 0 None
2011-03-02 Governors seek more help with Medicaid costs 0 None
2011-03-02 Roundup: States' angst and anger continues about Medicaid, health spending cuts 0 None
2011-03-02 New PSA campaign to raise awareness about autoimmune diseases 0 None
2011-03-02 IAVI, THSTI collaborate to establish HIV Vaccine Design Program in India 0 None
2011-03-02 Health care needs to look to aviation industry to improve safety 0 None
2011-03-02 SCAI statement highlights multiple recommendations for evaluating PCI quality at cardiac facilities 0 None
2011-03-02 Level 3, ALA sign agreement to provide DIA, voice services to improve lung health awareness 0 None
2011-03-02 OZ Systems helps TEHDI program to provide latest newborn hearing screening equipment for midwives 0 None
2011-03-02 Avvo launches new medical website for users to make physician search more effective 0 None
2011-03-02 State news: Ariz. may cut fewer from Medicaid; Pa. adultbasic closes 0 None
2011-03-02 Individual mandate analysis: Could it be a policy nonstarter? 0 None
2011-03-02 House vote is set on compromise to prevent government shutdown 0 None
2011-03-02 New national public awareness campaign for colon cancer prevention and screening 0 None
2011-03-02 UH Ahuja Medical Center officially opens its doors to patients on March 2 0 None
2011-03-02 CDA launches new awareness campaign about risk of developing type 2 diabetes 0 None
2011-03-02 RMEI, PIM sponsor medical education monograph on HAE 0 None
2011-03-02 Barbour, other Republicans attack Medicaid requirements, 'Romneycare' 0 3
2011-03-02 Recent ACGME limits aimed to enhance patient safety may compromise quality of doctors' training 0 None
2011-03-02 New report finds 58% drop in CLABSIs in hospital intensive care units 0 None
2011-03-02 New study to promote self-care among patients with kidney failure 0 None
2011-03-02 New colon cancer screening campaign initiative in New York City 0 None
2011-03-02 March designated as Nutrition Month 0 None
2011-03-02 AMIA releases position statement on EHR adoption and meaningful use 0 None
2011-03-02 IHRC approves US $255 million for new priority reconstruction projects 0 None
2011-03-02 Budget pressures, health law expansions trigger Medicaid skirmishes 0 None
2011-03-02 Study: 700,000 drug-related ED visits cost nearly $1.4 billion in 2007 0 None
2011-03-02 Health benefits of herbal teas no longer a folklore 0 None
2011-03-02 Obama Administration urges Florida Judge to clear up health law confusion 0 None
2011-03-02 Physician administered preventive dental program reduces tooth decay treatment among young children 0 None
2011-03-02 Thirty organizations call on Congress to reverse cuts to life-saving programs in the U.S. budget 0 None
2011-03-02 Existing plans for drug use during flu pandemic can reduce wastewater treatment efficiency 0 5
2011-03-02 Good oral health habits begin even before the first baby teeth appear 0 None
2011-03-02 Government Department of BIS awards £28.5 million to UK-wide study of babies and young children 0 None
2011-03-02 Viewpoints: GOP Govs. on Medicaid 'flexibility'; 'attack' on planned parenthood; following doctors' orders not so easy 0 None
2011-03-02 Nations meet to negotiate international food aid terms 0 None
2011-03-01 Market demands shape health sector growth 0 None
2011-03-01 LA Times: Blue Shield terms proposed hikes 'reasonable' 0 None
2011-03-01 UIC researchers receive USDA grant to reduce obesity in preschool children 0 None
2011-03-01 LHC enters home health joint venture with CHRISTUS 0 None
2011-03-01 Bruegger's to donate $90,000 to Children's Miracle Network Hospitals 0 None
2011-03-01 AMGA releases comments on preliminary proposals for Stage 2 Meaningful Use objectives 0 None
2011-03-01 Anesthesia & Analgesia journal receives notification from LÄK for lack of IRB approval in 89 articles 0 None
2011-03-01 San Diego Hospice is California's first provider of unique children care program 0 None
2011-03-01 Doctors should transit patients to adult medical care for congenital heart disease during early adolescence 0 None
2011-03-01 Axolotl's two EHR systems receive ONC-ATCB certification 0 None
2011-03-01 New England's program to keep students out of tanning beds 0 None
2011-03-01 AHRQ: High levels of disparities prevail, despite improvements in health care quality 0 None
2011-03-01 Routine blood test can reduce hospital readmissions in patients with heart failure 0 None
2011-03-01 ACP president reminds physicians about ethics principle 0 None
2011-03-01 ACP praises Obama for 'Empowering States to Innovate Act' on health insurance coverage 0 None
2011-03-01 Study: Worksite wellness program can help control overall health care costs 0 None
2011-03-01 Cerner CareAware iBus solution receives CE Marking certification from BSI 0 None
2011-03-01 House Republicans release two-week CR with $4B in proposed cuts 0 None
2011-03-01 Infant feeding policy requires major overhaul 0 None
2011-03-01 New AARP survey shows measurable gap between health and financial security of older Marylanders 0 None
2011-03-01 Depression negatively impacts outcomes of care in patients with CRS: New research 0 None
2011-03-01 HCI creates Pediatric Cancer Late Effects Clinic to help manage long-term issues of treatment 0 None
2011-03-01 Researchers report 'surprisingly little' evidence that economic downturns are associated with deep development aid cuts 0 None
2011-03-01 Obama says he backs state flexibility for health law's coverage goals 0 None
2011-03-01 Despite absence of Medicare coverage, hospital use of CTC is on the rise: Study 0 None
2011-03-01 TPSAC ignoring statutory mandate to examine negative health effects of contraband cigarettes 0 None
2011-03-01 New GuLF STUDY to look at health effects of oil spill on 55,000 cleanup workers, volunteers 0 None

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