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Tower announces formation of Cancer Support Network to provide high quality of care

As part of its commitment to providing the highest quality of care to the community, Tower Hematology Oncology Medical Group has announced the formation of Tower Oncology's Cancer Support Network.

8 Feb 2011

Kinship caregivers more likely to have low socioeconomic status, need greater support services

Children placed with a relative after being removed from their home for maltreatment have fewer behavioral and social skills problems than children in foster care, but may have a higher risk for substance use and pregnancy as teenagers, according to a report in the February issue of Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, one of the JAMA/Archives journals.

8 Feb 2011

NCI awards grant to reduce cancer-related health disparities among Latinos

A $4 million, five-year grant from the National Cancer Institute will create a Texas regional Community Networks Program Center, called Latinos Contra El Cancer, to reduce cancer-related health disparities among Texas Latinos.

8 Feb 2011

Muscular Dystrophy Association awards 44 research grants totaling $13.5 million

The Muscular Dystrophy Association today awarded 44 grants totaling $13.5 million to support new research to advance understanding of disease processes and to uncover new strategies for treating muscular dystrophies, ALS and other related neuromuscular diseases affecting more than a million Americans. The vital research funding was made possible by generous public support of the MDA Labor Day Telethon.

8 Feb 2011

U.S. News Media Group releases 2011 Best Nursing Homes online rankings

U.S. News Media Group has released the 2011 Best Nursing Homes rankings, available online at www.usnews.com/nursinghomes. The list highlights facilities across the nation providing high-quality care and is a worthwhile tool for millions of elderly Americans and their families in search of a nursing home.

8 Feb 2011

Tufts announces public launch of Institute for Biomedical Partnerships, HUB website

Tufts University today announced the public launch of the Tufts Institute for Biomedical Partnerships website/HUB: www.tuftspharmapartners.org.

8 Feb 2011

Personalized feedback can serve as effective tool for people with addictive behaviors

As mental health care costs and problem gambling rates continue to rise, University of Missouri researchers are developing a personalized feedback tool that could serve as an effective and inexpensive way for people with addictive behavior-related problems to get the help they need.

7 Feb 2011

Obesity rates double worldwide

The latest research has shown that obesity is on the rise worldwide and has actually doubled since 1980. On the other hand people in the developed countries have also managed to reduce their blood pressure and cholesterol levels. This comes from three new studies published online Feb. 3 in The Lancet.

7 Feb 2011

Mothballs may cause brain damage in babies: Experts

Pediatricians have called for a ban on the sale of mothballs containing the chemical naphthalene citing evidence that these can lead to severe blood problems and even brain damage for significant numbers of Australian babies.

7 Feb 2011

Sugary snacks and lax dental hygiene put kids at risk for tooth decay

While the most prevalent focus of February is on Valentine's sweethearts, parents are well advised to also focus on the proverbial sweet tooth - particularly when it comes to their children. That's because February is National Children's Dental Health Month, an ideal time - according to Health Net, Inc. - for moms and dads to make sure that sugary snacks, as well as lax dental hygiene - aren't putting their kids at risk for tooth decay.

7 Feb 2011

Psychiatric symptoms of bed breath

A study, published in the last 2010 issue of Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics by a group of researchers of the University of Torino (Italy), has explored the personality correlates and psychiatric symptoms of bed breath.

7 Feb 2011

A.D.A.M. shareholders approve Agreement and Plan of Merger with Ebix

A.D.A.M., Inc., a leading provider of innovative online technology solutions for the health, benefits and education markets, today announced that its shareholders have approved the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of August 29, 2010, by and among A.D.A.M., Ebix, Inc. ("Ebix") and Eden Acquisition Sub, Inc., a direct wholly owned subsidiary of Ebix.

7 Feb 2011

Humana fourth quarter diluted EPS decreases to $0.63

Humana Inc. today reported diluted earnings per common share (EPS) for the quarter ended December 31, 2010 (4Q10) of $0.63, compared to $1.48 per share for the quarter ended December 31, 2009 (4Q09).

7 Feb 2011

Proactive chronic care management can reduce hospital admission, readmission rates

Two Healthways Center for Health Research studies recently published in Population Health Management demonstrate that hospital admissions and readmissions can be reduced through chronic care management and proactive interventions, such as telephonic outreach, resulting in considerable cost savings.

7 Feb 2011

Greenway University receives Colorado state approval to teach medical marijuana

Greenway University, the industry's leading medical marijuana educational provider, has received full formal state approval from the Colorado Department of Higher Education. Greenway University marks yet another industry milestone by moving from probationary status to full status as a recognized Colorado vocational school.

7 Feb 2011

Toshiba's Aquilion ONE dynamic volume CT system to improve stroke diagnosis, treatment

Containing costs while delivering high-quality, effective care is a directive of healthcare reform. Episode-based care is part of the reform mandate and is a payment approach that reimburses on expected costs for clinically defined episodes rather than fee-for-service.

7 Feb 2011

Baden-W-rttemberg's study and research to be presented at AAAS Annual Meeting 2011

Baden-W-rttemberg, the German Southwest, is the most innovative region in Europe, particularly dedicated to science and education. A share of 4.4 % of the State's GDP is invested in research and development - more than in most countries all around the world. Baden-W-rttemberg offers the highest density of research institutions and universities in Germany.

7 Feb 2011

Pediatric physicians present 12 research abstracts, posters at Cardiology 2011

Pediatric cardiology researchers and clinicians gather this week in Scottsdale, Ariz. for Cardiology 2011, the 15th Annual Update on Pediatric and Congenital Cardiovascular Disease, sponsored by The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Original research from more than 30 cardiac programs in the U.S. and abroad is being presented throughout the meeting.

7 Feb 2011

Diabetes Management – a new journal addressing the management issues of a complex disease

Future Medicine Ltd has today announced the launch of Diabetes Management – a new bimonthly title presenting findings, analyses and commentaries on the battle with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. Diabetes Management is published by Future Medicine Ltd (UK, London) renowned for its collection of journals providing healthcare practitioners and research professionals with a unique source of objective, cutting-edge information on exciting trends emerging in light of advances in medicine, healthcare and clinical practice.

6 Feb 2011

The Dannon Company announces launch of Activia Parfait Crunch

The Dannon Company today announced the launch of Activia Parfait Crunch, a delicious blend of creamy Activia lowfat yogurt, fruit pieces, and lowfat crunchy granola. With 220 calories and three grams of fat per 6oz, Activia Parfait Crunch offers people a convenient choice to add to their breakfast or a delicious snack option that helps naturally regulate the digestive system.

5 Feb 2011

Education News and Research

Tower announces formation of Cancer Support Network to provide high quality of care

Kinship caregivers more likely to have low socioeconomic status, need greater support services

NCI awards grant to reduce cancer-related health disparities among Latinos

Muscular Dystrophy Association awards 44 research grants totaling $13.5 million

U.S. News Media Group releases 2011 Best Nursing Homes online rankings

Tufts announces public launch of Institute for Biomedical Partnerships, HUB website

Personalized feedback can serve as effective tool for people with addictive behaviors

Obesity rates double worldwide

Mothballs may cause brain damage in babies: Experts

Sugary snacks and lax dental hygiene put kids at risk for tooth decay

Psychiatric symptoms of bed breath

A.D.A.M. shareholders approve Agreement and Plan of Merger with Ebix

Humana fourth quarter diluted EPS decreases to $0.63

Proactive chronic care management can reduce hospital admission, readmission rates

Greenway University receives Colorado state approval to teach medical marijuana

Toshiba's Aquilion ONE dynamic volume CT system to improve stroke diagnosis, treatment

Baden-W-rttemberg's study and research to be presented at AAAS Annual Meeting 2011

Pediatric physicians present 12 research abstracts, posters at Cardiology 2011

Diabetes Management – a new journal addressing the management issues of a complex disease

The Dannon Company announces launch of Activia Parfait Crunch

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

From Puberty to Menopause: Clue’s CEO, Audrey Tsang on the Power of Femtech

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