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AlwaysCare implements Plexis Healthcare Systems' Quantum Choice claims processing software

AlwaysCare Benefits, Inc., one of the country's fastest-growing insurance providers, announced the successful implementation of Plexis Healthcare Systems' Quantum Choice claims processing software to enhance efficient administration of vision benefits on behalf of its insured Members and dependents and its rapidly growing national network of vision care Providers.

5 Apr 2011

R&D Directions names Novavax VLP influenza vaccine as one of top '100 great investigational drugs in development'

Novavax, Inc. announced that its virus-like particle (VLP) influenza vaccine has been named by the editors of R&D Directions magazine as one of the top "100 great investigational drugs in development" today. In its tenth annual list of promising clinical compounds, R&D Directions cited Novavax's virus-like-particle technology as a promising new approach to producing vaccines to prevent seasonal, H1N1 and avian influenza. The list reflects the current interests of industry observers and analysts and is described in the magazine's March 2011 issue.

5 Apr 2011

CAPP introduces new initiative on accountable care for public

The Council of Accountable Physician Practices, an affiliate of the American Medical Group Association, today announced a new initiative to provide the public, media, and policymakers with resources and information about the value of care coordination and accountable care to national health care reform.

5 Apr 2011

La Jolla acquires GliaMed's novel class of compounds

La Jolla Pharmaceutical Company today announced that it has acquired the rights to a novel class of compounds known as Regenerative Immunophilin Ligands from privately held GliaMed, Inc.

5 Apr 2011

Scripted engages CW Rainmakers for Genmed awareness campaign

Genmed Holding Corp. is pleased to announce Scripted Consulting has engaged the services of CW Rainmakers (CW) as an integral part of Scripted's company awareness campaign presently underway for Genmed. Scripted and CW are taking the lead in spreading the word about GENM and its unique, competitive advantages in the generic drug industry.

5 Apr 2011

Study finds substantial increase in pediatric CT in hospital emergency departments

Computed tomography examinations of children in hospital emergency departments increased substantially from 1995 to 2008, according to a new study published online and in the June print edition of Radiology. Researchers said the findings underscore the need for collaboration among medical professionals to ensure that pediatric CT is appropriately ordered, performed and interpreted.

5 Apr 2011

Toshiba highlights new enhancements for cardiac ultrasound imaging at ACC meeting

Ultrasound is often used as a first-line diagnostic exam to quickly and safely diagnose a range of patient conditions. At this year's American College of Cardiology annual meeting in New Orleans, April 2 - 5, 2011, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., will highlight new enhancements to its cardiac and shared service ultrasound systems that are designed to enhance cardiac ultrasound imaging.

5 Apr 2011

Central Texas Hospital to implement eCareSoft's inpatient EHR and revenue cycle management technology

eCareSoft announced today the completion of an agreement with Central Texas Hospital (CTH) to connect their network of six hospitals with eCareSoft's inpatient complete EHR and revenue cycle management technology.

5 Apr 2011

Siemens Hearing to unveil new instruments at AudiologyNOW! 2011

Siemens Hearing Instruments, Inc., will unveil a host of products at the American Academy of Audiology AudiologyNOW! 2011 conference - including the new Aquaris™, the world's first, truly waterproof, dustproof and shock-resistant digital hearing instrument.

5 Apr 2011

SBHCS selects McKesson to replace its multiple legacy medical imaging solutions

Saint Barnabas Health Care System, New Jersey's largest healthcare delivery system, has selected McKesson to replace its multiple legacy medical imaging solutions.

5 Apr 2011

'Tactile' devices generate realistic 'sense of touch' and sensation for stroke victims

Devices which could be used to rehabilitate the arms and hands of people who have experienced a stroke have been developed by researchers at the University of Southampton.

5 Apr 2011

HCRI, MAHVI present transcatheter aortic valve data in severe stenosis at ACC meeting

The Harvard Clinical Research Institute and Saint Luke's Mid America Heart and Vascular Institute today announced that Matthew R. Reynolds, M.D., Director of the Economics and Quality of Life Research Center at HCRI, presented results of a cost-effectiveness analysis of transcatheter aortic valve replacement versus standard therapy for severe aortic stenosis, as part of the opening plenary session on April 3 at the American College of Cardiology 60th Annual Scientific Session & Expo.

5 Apr 2011

Ennova Direct offers consumer electronics patent portfolio for sale

Ennova Direct, Inc. announced today that they're offering a patent portfolio for sale that is focused on Retractable USB Flash Drive Devices, Retractable Biometric USB Flash Drive Devices, MP3 Players and Wireless Bluetooth Earbud Headsets. In total the intellectual property includes 6 issued US patents plus two published applications.

5 Apr 2011

Serum test can detect lung cancer in non-smokers

A panel of biomarkers appears to be able to identify the presence of lung cancer in the blood samples of people who have never smoked, according to data presented at the AACR 102nd Annual Meeting 2011, held here April 2-6.

5 Apr 2011

Acamprosate can help treat patients with autism, Fragile X syndrome

In small, early clinical trials, adults and children with autism and Fragile X syndrome have shown improved communication and social behavior when treated with acamprosate, according to Craig Erickson, M.D., assistant professor of psychiatry at the Indiana University School of Medicine and chief of the Riley Hospital for Children Christian Sarkine Autism Treatment Center at Indiana University Health.

5 Apr 2011

Researchers to develop future body sensor network

Modern man is surrounded by a multitude of sensors. Today's sensors are simple and made for specific purposes, like measuring temperature, balance, build-up of smoke, or tyre pressure. The common trait of the sensors is that they are all embedded in a closed system.

5 Apr 2011

New computer-based system can distinguish similar secondary tumours

A new computer-based system discussed in the International Journal of Healthcare Technology and Management can distinguish between apparently similar secondary tumours and allow a cancer specialist to trace the metastases back to the site of the original cancer in the patient's body.

5 Apr 2011

Modified pulse oximeter detects risk of cardiovascular disease during sleep

A specially customised pulse oximeter attached to the finger can be used to detect changes in heart and vessel function while you sleep, and this simple technique can even identify patients at increased risk of cardiovascular disease, reveals research from the University of Gothenburg, Sweden.

5 Apr 2011

ETI develops extended release SC depot formulation of NSAID drug meloxicam

Encore Therapeutics Inc. has developed a proprietary extended release subcutaneous (SC) depot formulation (ETI-511) of the NSAID drug meloxicam.

5 Apr 2011

Injection of stem cells may improve effectiveness of cardiac bypass surgery

In a new research study under way at the Methodist DeBakey Heart & Vascular Center, surgeons are adding a patient's own stem cells to the heart during cardiac bypass surgery. The goal of this research study is to determine whether the stem cell infusion will generate new blood vessels and improve heart function more than what is seen through bypass surgery alone.

5 Apr 2011