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Research paper highlights implementation of infectious disease curriculum in Boston Public Schools

A research paper published online this month in Academic Medicine highlights the successful development, implementation, and effects of an infectious disease curriculum that has now been piloted in five Boston Public Schools.

27 Mar 2013

South Africa to expand rollout of new TB testing machine, but concerns remain about capacity issues

"South Africa will expand its rollout of GeneXpert tuberculosis testing machines, which can diagnose TB and drug-resistant TB within 90 minutes, but concerns remain about the capacity to back up this commitment with supplies and treatment," IRIN reports.

27 Mar 2013

New York Times examines emergence of XDR-TB in Australia, PNG

"Australia's first death from XDR-TB -- extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis, which is nearly incurable -- has alarmed health officials and added new heat to a debate over how to treat immigrants with dangerous diseases," the New York Times reports.

27 Mar 2013

Minimally invasive procedure to remove kidney stones rise among women: Study

While the number of people - especially women - who have a minimally invasive procedure to remove kidney stones has risen in recent years, so has the rate of complications related to the surgery, according to a published study by Henry Ford Hospital.

27 Mar 2013

Integration of TB/HIV services necessary to beat 'twin epidemics'

Swaziland "is struggling to overcome twin epidemics of HIV and tuberculosis," UNAIDS Executive Director Michel Sidibé writes in the Huffington Post "Healthy Living" blog.

27 Mar 2013

Certified stroke centers more likely to administer clot-busting treatment for strokes

Certified Primary Stroke Centers are three times more likely to administer clot-busting treatment for strokes than non-certified centers, reports a new study by researchers in the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania.

27 Mar 2013

Insulin pump affects person's quality of life, diabetes study shows

Being treated for diabetes with an insulin pump, an aid that is attached to the body to provide a continuous supply of insulin, has a strong impact on a person's quality of life. The pump can be a lifeline, but also a bothersome shackle.

27 Mar 2013

AIUM Ultrasound First Forum reveals role of ultrasound in health care solution

The American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine hosted an Ultrasound First Forum in November 2012, which addressed the expanding role of ultrasound imaging as a "first" imaging examination and was devoted to encouraging the use of ultrasound as a safe, effective, and affordable alternative to other diagnostic imaging modalities where scientific evidence supports its appropriateness.

27 Mar 2013

Guardian examines African environmental outlook report

The Guardian highlights the African Environment Outlook-3, a report released last month by the United Nations Environment Programme that examines "[t]he multifaceted connection between environmental and human health."

27 Mar 2013

Virginia Tech study suggests convenience factor affects belt use while driving

Since most driving is done locally, it is not surprising that most auto accidents occur during routine errands.

27 Mar 2013

Ketamine may help treat severe depression, reduce suicidal urges, UAB researchers say

University of Alabama at Birmingham researchers think ketamine, an anesthesia medication in use since the 1970s, might be a valuable tool in treating severe depression and reducing suicidal urges; they have launched two studies to explore the possibility.

27 Mar 2013

Bill Gates reflects on visit to Ghana to learn about immunization program

"I arrive in Ghana today to see firsthand why the country's immunization system is working so well and meet the people involved," Bill Gates, co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, writes in the foundation's "Impatient Optimists" blog.

27 Mar 2013

Viewpoints: Rising cost of Tricare; GOP needs to better explain Medicare eligibility age issue; Don't forget adult immunizations

The U.S. government's fiscal predicament has many causes. But if you had to reduce them to one sentence, it might go like this: "Congress responds to the short-term demands of particular groups, not the long-term needs of the nation as a whole."

27 Mar 2013

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Research paper highlights implementation of infectious disease curriculum in Boston Public Schools

South Africa to expand rollout of new TB testing machine, but concerns remain about capacity issues

New York Times examines emergence of XDR-TB in Australia, PNG

Minimally invasive procedure to remove kidney stones rise among women: Study

Integration of TB/HIV services necessary to beat 'twin epidemics'

Certified stroke centers more likely to administer clot-busting treatment for strokes

Insulin pump affects person's quality of life, diabetes study shows

AIUM Ultrasound First Forum reveals role of ultrasound in health care solution

Guardian examines African environmental outlook report

Virginia Tech study suggests convenience factor affects belt use while driving

Ketamine may help treat severe depression, reduce suicidal urges, UAB researchers say

Bill Gates reflects on visit to Ghana to learn about immunization program

Viewpoints: Rising cost of Tricare; GOP needs to better explain Medicare eligibility age issue; Don't forget adult immunizations

Restricting resident work hours may not reduce errors

Study shows diagnosis, management of healthcare-associated infection have improved over time

Questions from High Court suggest concerns about 'pay-for-delay' deals

More residents of rural areas have access to oncologists than they realize, study finds

Long-term care: Expense, emotions part of planning dilemma

Roundup: Report finds Mass. biotech spending creates jobs; Federal audit calls for N.Y. Medicaid program to repay funds

Justice Dept. closes antitrust case against Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Michigan

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