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Use of antipsychotics down among nursing home residents

A two-year effort by the federal government and the nursing-home industry has reduced the use of powerful antipsychotic drugs among elderly nursing-home residents, but the decline fell short of the program's goal, according to U.S. officials (Lagnado, 8/26).

28 Aug 2013

Viewpoints: Sen. Cruz's strategy and a looming deadline; Michigan republicans face key test

Mr. Cruz also acknowledged that he does "not have the votes right now" to force a shutdown. At least 41 Senators need to play along, and, so far, only 13 have signaled their commitment to the cause. But the senator would only go so far in accepting reality.

28 Aug 2013

Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center announces new on-site broadcast studio and pressroom

Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center today unveiled a new pressroom for journalists with enhanced features such as embargoed content for registered users and "trending topics" - a continually updated listing of story ideas and available experts to comment on the latest health news headlines.

28 Aug 2013

Dr. Cecilia Lindgren receives the first Leena Peltonen Prize for Excellence in Human Genetics

The first Leena Peltonen Prize for Excellence in Human Genetics was awarded to Dr. Cecilia Lindgren for her work on applying genetics and genomics to dissect the etiology of type 2 diabetes, obesity and fat distribution.

28 Aug 2013

The impact of physicians' retirement on access to health care

Some 10,000 baby boomers will retire every day for the next 19 years, including many doctors. But at the same time, more people will be looking for health providers under ObamaCare.

28 Aug 2013

Funds to support study of telephone-based treatment program for lung cancer patients

An assistant professor of psychology in the School of Science at IUPUI will apply nearly $1 million in recently approved grants to study how a telephone-based treatment process can help ease stress and anxiety issues experienced by advanced-stage lung cancer patients and the family members who care for them.

28 Aug 2013

Legislation proposed to end federal funding for lawmaker's health insurance

Rep. Shelley Moore Capito, R-W.Va., said she will introduce the bill when Congress returns from its five-week break in September.

28 Aug 2013

AIUM develops online portal to assist integration of ultrasound into medical school curricula

The American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine's Ultrasound in Medical Education Interest Group has developed an online portal to assist those with an interest in integrating ultrasound into medical school curricula.

28 Aug 2013

UH team receives national honor to expand health care services for Houston's HOMES Clinic

Student and faculty volunteers from the University of Houston College of Pharmacy (UHCOP) received national recognition this summer for their work to expand essential health care services for Houston's homeless population.

28 Aug 2013

Steep court costs for states defending new abortion limits

States often find the cost of defending new abortion limits in court can run in the millions. In the meantime, Calif. lawmakers have passed a bill that would allow some nurses to perform certain abortions.

28 Aug 2013

State Highlights: N.H. pushes back at health care costs ahead of Obamacare

Health care spending has increased faster and reached higher levels in New Hampshire than in most other states, but hospitals, insurers and others have been trying to tackle the problem long before the Affordable Care Act. The New Hampshire Citizens Health Initiative, which promotes affordable, effective and accessible health care, has overseen several of the largest efforts, including a medical home pilot project in 2011 and an accountable care organization model (8/26).

28 Aug 2013

AACN offers online educational support for cardiac nurses

Nurses caring for acutely or critically ill cardiovascular patients can take heart: The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses offers online educational support for cardiac nurses interested in deepening their expertise and acquiring subspecialty certification.

28 Aug 2013

Obama administration ties health law to civil rights

When President Barack Obama met with African-American religious leaders just before the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington, he asked for their help in the final push to carry out the health law. Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius also noted the connection between access to health care and other opportunities.

28 Aug 2013

The White House honors UTHealth pediatrician as "Champions of Change"

Susan E. Pacheco, M.D., associate professor of pediatrics at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Medical School, was among a group of individuals recently honored by The White House as "Champions of Change."

28 Aug 2013

Conservatives increase pressure on McConnell over health law funding

Groups launch radio ads and a tour aimed at key Senate Republicans, including Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, in an effort to stop funding for the overhaul. Also, Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, and Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., will speak at an anti-Obamacare Capitol Hill rally when Congress returns.

28 Aug 2013

Michigan lawmakers set to vote on Medicaid expansion

The Michigan Senate is weighing whether to expand Medicaid eligibility to allow 470,000 residents to qualify for the program in a closely-watched vote that has divided conservative Republicans and centrist Republican Gov. Rick Snyder. Lawmakers are slated to vote on three separate proposals Tuesday.

28 Aug 2013

Health law in cross hairs as debt-limit deadline approaches

Treasury Secretary Jack Lew said Monday the nation will hit its debt limit in mid-October, setting up a potential clash between the White House and some House Republicans who say they will tie their votes on raising the debt ceiling to defunding the health law. Also in the news, a survey of business economists cites future deficits as the nation's most pressing problem, which will be exacerbated by aging baby boomers reliant on Social Security and Medicare.

28 Aug 2013

Covidien announces opening of first high-tech medical training center in Korea

Covidien, a leading global provider of healthcare products, today announced the opening of the Covidien Center of Innovation Korea (CCI Korea), its first research & development and training & education center in Korea.

27 Aug 2013

First Edition: August 27, 2013

Today's headlines include reports regarding the gathering storm as the White House and GOP lawmakers continue to hold firm in their positions regarding the looming debt limit. President Barack Obama says he won't negotiate while some Republicans are pushing for to defund, or at least delay, the health law's implementation.

27 Aug 2013

Personalised management: The only way to close mortality gap for AF patients

Personalised management is the only way to close the mortality gap for patients with atrial fibrillation, according to an ESC consensus paper presented at ESC Congress 2013 by Professor Paulus Kirchhof (UK).

27 Aug 2013