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Striking nurses’ agenda backed by doctors

The NSW nurses’ go on strike today (Wednesday) calling for improved nurse-to-patient ratios and the Australian Medical Association (AMA) has spoken up in their support. However the AMA does not support their decision to strike in defiance of the Industrial Relations Commission (IRC). The strike is taking place despite an IRC order the union call off the strike and government pleas for it to return to the negotiating table.

23 Nov 2010

CEO Cancer Gold Standard employee wellness program highlighted in Harvard Business Review

The latest issue of Harvard Business Review highlighted the CEO Cancer Gold Standard, as an example of a high quality, signature program that can boost the overall effectiveness of a broad spectrum of workplace wellness initiatives. In an article entitled, "What's the Hard Return on Employee Wellness Programs?" it was shown that the return on investment (ROI) of effective workplace wellness programs can be as high as 6 to 1.

23 Nov 2010

UnitedHealthcare introduces Pharmacy Saver program to provide affordable prescription drugs

UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group company, announced a new program that will enable enrollees in the company's market-leading Medicare plans to save money on hundreds of prescription medications in 2011.

23 Nov 2010

Early diagnosis and treatment result in positive outcomes for RA patients

Positive outcomes in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are closely linked to early diagnosis and treatment with disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). A study by researchers in the Netherlands found that patients who are assessed by rheumatologists soon after RA symptoms appear are more likely to experience less joint destruction and improved chances of DMARD-free disease remission.

23 Nov 2010

Innovative new roles and occupations in health sector of the future

Innovative new roles and occupations that could possibly emerge in the health sector of the future are explored in a new working paper published today by Skills for Health.

23 Nov 2010

Ergothioneine international congress 2011 to be held at UCLA

OXIS International, Inc., today announced that the "First International Congress on Ergothioneine, Anti-Oxidants, and Age Management Medicine" will be held Friday to Sunday, July 15-17, 2011, in the DeNeve Auditorium at the University of California, Los Angeles.

23 Nov 2010

NC family hopes to win Pepsi Refresh Project grant to fund research for Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

A Rolesville, NC family is hoping to win the Pepsi Refresh Project that could help to find a cure for a rare neurological disorder for which there is no current cure. Matthew Wuchich, age 3, was diagnosed with Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood or AHC when he was 18 months old. Winning the grant is important to the family and to others with the disease since rare diseases often are overlooked by more common ailments.

23 Nov 2010

Global initiative to eradicate polio could provide benefits of at least US$40-50 billion

A new study released today estimates that the global initiative to eradicate polio could provide net benefits of at least US$40-50 billion if transmission of wild polioviruses is interrupted within the next five years. The study provides the first rigorous evaluation of the benefits and costs of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI)--the single largest project ever undertaken by the global health community. The study comes at a crucial time--following an outbreak in the Republic of the Congo and one in Tajikistan earlier this year--that highlight the risk of delays in finishing the job on polio.

23 Nov 2010

AMGA releases comments on draft criteria of ACOs credential

The American Medical Group Association (AMGA), a professional association representing multispecialty medical groups and other organized systems of care, today released its comments on draft criteria for the credentialing of Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) created by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA).

23 Nov 2010

Pope's statement on condoms to reduce HIV has potential to save tens of thousands of lives, says GAA

The Pope's statement that the use of condoms are justified "in the intention of reducing the risk of HIV infection" is a startling and welcome shift by the Vatican that has the potential to save tens of thousands of lives, says Dr. Paul Zeitz, executive director of the Global AIDS Alliance (GAA).

23 Nov 2010

HHS Secretary launches new application cycle for NHSC Loan Repayment Program

HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius today announced the launch of the new application cycle for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program, during a visit to Total Health Care, a community health center in Baltimore.

23 Nov 2010

CCSA releases Portfolio of Canadian Standards for Youth Substance Abuse Prevention

Schools, families and community practitioners now have a practical prevention resource guide to help prevent and stop youth from using drugs.

23 Nov 2010

Study examines nosocomial outbreak of influenza in Hong Kong hospitals

Direct contact and droplets are the primary ways influenza spreads. Under certain conditions, however, aerosol transmission is possible. In a study published in the current issue of Clinical Infectious Diseases, available online, the authors examined such an outbreak in their own hospital in Hong Kong.

23 Nov 2010

2010 issue of Johns Hopkins Nursing explores new collaborative opportunities

When it comes to healthcare, an innovative team approach is essential to providing excellent patient care, advancing research, and educating future healthcare providers. The fall/winter 2010 issue of Johns Hopkins Nursing explores how today's nurses work to bridge disciplines and discover new collaborative opportunities.

23 Nov 2010

IMSI presents OneList unified worklist at RSNA 2010

Integrated Modular Systems, Inc. (IMSI) has announced OneList™, a unified worklist at RSNA 2010. IMSI will be in Booth 4606 at RSNA 2010 (the 96th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America) November 27, 2010-December 3, 2010 at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL.

23 Nov 2010

aAetna announces pilot with MCNT to improve diabetes care

Aetna today announced a pilot with the Medical Clinic of North Texas aimed at improving the care of diabetic patients of Hispanic and African American descent.

23 Nov 2010

Ontario Cancer Plan third edition to address growing needs

The third edition of the Ontario Cancer Plan (OCP) ensures our cancer system serves the changing and growing needs of Ontarians. The Cancer Plan outlines priorities for cancer services, sets a course to transform cancer services from the patient perspective, and is driven by a commitment to quality across the cancer journey - from prevention to survivorship or palliative care - as the most effective way to manage cancer.

23 Nov 2010

Medicalis to showcase Radiology Collaborative Workflow Solutions at 96th RSNA

Medicalis today announced the commercialization of its next generation Radiology Collaborative Workflow Solutions™ offering providers a sophisticated technology platform to enhance productivity and ensure the delivery of measureable high-quality radiology care. For the first time, the company will showcase its three groundbreaking Collaborative Workflow Solutions at the 96th annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA), Nov. 28 – Dec. 2, in Chicago (Booth 4050).

23 Nov 2010

Pennsylvania's first reported flu-related death of 2010-11 flu season

The Department of Health today confirmed a 45-year-old man from Lehigh County as Pennsylvania's first reported flu-related death of the 2010-11 flu season.

23 Nov 2010

Rates of hospital emergency department use greater among women and low-income, older and rural Americans

Americans age 18 and older made over 98 million trips to hospital emergency departments in 2008 for problems ranging from broken bones to heart attacks, according to the latest News and Numbers from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. This represents 78 percent of the overall nearly 125 million visits that year.

23 Nov 2010

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Striking nurses’ agenda backed by doctors

CEO Cancer Gold Standard employee wellness program highlighted in Harvard Business Review

UnitedHealthcare introduces Pharmacy Saver program to provide affordable prescription drugs

Early diagnosis and treatment result in positive outcomes for RA patients

Innovative new roles and occupations in health sector of the future

Ergothioneine international congress 2011 to be held at UCLA

NC family hopes to win Pepsi Refresh Project grant to fund research for Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood

Global initiative to eradicate polio could provide benefits of at least US$40-50 billion

AMGA releases comments on draft criteria of ACOs credential

Pope's statement on condoms to reduce HIV has potential to save tens of thousands of lives, says GAA

HHS Secretary launches new application cycle for NHSC Loan Repayment Program

CCSA releases Portfolio of Canadian Standards for Youth Substance Abuse Prevention

Study examines nosocomial outbreak of influenza in Hong Kong hospitals

2010 issue of Johns Hopkins Nursing explores new collaborative opportunities

IMSI presents OneList unified worklist at RSNA 2010

aAetna announces pilot with MCNT to improve diabetes care

Ontario Cancer Plan third edition to address growing needs

Medicalis to showcase Radiology Collaborative Workflow Solutions at 96th RSNA

Pennsylvania's first reported flu-related death of 2010-11 flu season

Rates of hospital emergency department use greater among women and low-income, older and rural Americans

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