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Free CME course on cardiovascular disease to be held in Phoenix, Arizona

A Continuing Medical Education workshop, "Beating Cardiovascular Disease: Understanding the meaning and value of key risk factors, will be hosted in Phoenix, Arizona on May 14, 2011 by Dr. Sam Fillingane.

25 Apr 2011

Geisinger's Geriatric Assessment Program helps seniors promote good health

Some seniors may need help getting around town, while others may need assistance getting around the house. Regardless of the degree of need, Geisinger Health System utilizes a systematic approach through its Geriatric Assessment Program to identify the medical and social needs of a geriatric patient to design a custom course of treatment to help seniors and their families successfully manage the aging process.

25 Apr 2011

AHF opposes Florida officials' AIDS budget proposal at 'Rule 64D' hearings

Beginning Monday April 25th the Florida Department of Health is conducting four public hearings on proposed reductions to the eligibility threshold to Florida's AIDS Drug Assistance Program, AIDS Insurance Continuation Program, Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS, and possibly other Ryan White funded programs and services.

25 Apr 2011

UNH takes immediate action to assist tornado victims in Southern states

UnitedHealth Group and its benefits and services businesses, UnitedHealthcare and Optum, are taking immediate action to assist people in Alabama, Arkansas, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina and Virginia affected by the recent tornadoes.

25 Apr 2011

Two studies about oral health inequalities in older people published in IADR/AADR journal

The International and American Associations for Dental Research (IADR/AADR) have published two studies about oral health inequalities in older people and low income individuals.

25 Apr 2011

ASPO to honor pediatric otolaryngologists at annual meeting in Chicago

The American Society of Pediatric Otolaryngology will recognize the outstanding achievements of researchers in the field of pediatric otolaryngology during their annual meeting, April 29 - May 1, 2011, in Chicago, IL.

25 Apr 2011

Pediatric otolaryngologist to earn Charles Ferguson Clinical Science recognition

Stephen Maturo, MD, of Boston, MA, will receive the first place Charles Ferguson Clinical Science Award for outstanding achievement in the field of pediatric otolaryngology for his research paper titled "Intraoperative Laryngeal Electromyography in Children with Vocal Fold Mobility: Results of a Multicenter Longitudinal Study," during their annual meeting, April 29 - May 1, 2011, in Chicago, IL.

25 Apr 2011

USGBC honors SelectHealth with LEED Silver award

SelectHealth was recognized with the LEED Silver award from the U.S. Green Building Council for its new headquarters in Murray, Utah.

25 Apr 2011

Oncologists discuss about NCCN updated guidelines at 4th Annual Asia Scientific Congress

More than 1,800 Chinese oncology professionals attended the NCCN 4th Annual Asia Scientific Congress in Shanghai, China, on April 9, 2011, which featured expert faculty from NCCN Member Institutions and thought leaders in cancer care from major Chinese cancer centers.

25 Apr 2011

Medtronic's English Channel swimming competition to raise awareness on ALS

In August 2011, Doug McConnell of Barrington, Illinois, expects to be the 48th person over age 50 to successfully swim across the English Channel. He will be swimming more than 21 grueling miles in memory of his father, David, who passed away from ALS.

From Medtronic 25 Apr 2011

Recent releases in Global Health

When health ministers gather for the World Health Assembly in May they will try to come up with a solution to "a dilemma that has dogged decision-makers for decades - whether and when to destroy the last remaining stocks of the smallpox virus," David Heymann and Emma Ross, both of the Global Health Security Centre at Chatham House, write in an article in The World Today.

25 Apr 2011

Californians for Patient Care reminds parents about affordable infants' immunizations

In advance of National Infant Immunization Week, observed April 23-30, Californians for Patient Care reminds parents there are affordable immunizations available for their infants in their communities.

25 Apr 2011

San Ramon dentist offers iTero digital system for patients

No more goop, gagging or discomfort! The Cadent iTero Digital Impression Solution is now offered by San Ramon dentist, Dr. Carol Jin.

25 Apr 2011

FiberChoice launches 'Choices for Better Health' nationwide sweepstakes

FiberChoice® chewable fiber supplements today launched the "Choices for Better Health" nationwide sweepstakes to support the simple ways that Americans can defend their health each day. The 28-day campaign lives on Twitter and encourages people to share the small, smart choices they make for overall health and wellness.

22 Apr 2011

LABJ honors SCAN Health Plan for community outreach programs

SCAN Health Plan, the country's fourth largest not-for-profit Medicare Advantage plan, was among the healthcare organizations honored by the Los Angeles Business Journal (LABJ) for its outstanding efforts in serving the community. The prestigious Healthcare Leadership Award ceremonies are conducted annually by the LABJ to recognize locally based companies whose community outreach programs help make the city a better place to live.

22 Apr 2011

Saint Vincent Hospital to build new cancer center in downtown Worcester

Saint Vincent Hospital today announced it has signed a purchase and sale agreement with the CitySquare II Development Co. LLC , to build a medical office building that will house a new comprehensive cancer center in Worcester's CitySquare development. The new center, which represents a $21 million capital investment by Saint Vincent Hospital, is expected to open in January 2013.

22 Apr 2011

Enrollment in managed Medicaid plans on the rise

Tough economic times are driving people both in and out of Medicaid programs. Medicaid enrollment climbs as individuals deal with loss of insurance through employment channels. Then, state legislators challenged with making budget cuts, are forced to reduce Medicaid rosters to balance budgets. Many states are increasing their use of care management strategies to help rein in costly Medicaid programs.

22 Apr 2011

Roswell Park Cancer Institute named Blue Distinction Center for Transplants

Roswell Park Cancer Institute (RPCI) has been named a Blue Distinction Center for Transplants® by BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York for demonstrating better overall quality of care and patient results in bone marrow/stem cell (autologous and allogeneic) procedures.

22 Apr 2011

Mediaplanet publishes comprehensive guides to Conquering Hunger

On Friday, April 15th, 2011 Mediaplanet published one of the most comprehensive guides to Conquering Hunger and distributed it to millions with the help of the Global FoodBanking Network, Feeding America, and Heifer International.

22 Apr 2011

U.S. healthcare costs continue to increase at a declining rate

Data released today by S&P Indices for the S&P Healthcare Economic Composite Index indicate that the average per capita cost of healthcare services covered by commercial insurance and Medicare programs increased by 6.19% over the 12-months ending February 2011. This is a drop from the 6.31% increase in annual growth rate posted in January 2011 for this index.

22 Apr 2011