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Super spinach really boosts power: Study

Scientists have found out the basis of what we already knew – spinach is good for us. They have found that it is the nitrates in spinach that are abundant in all green leafy vegetables that boosts the powerhouses in cells which provide energy. In fact a single helping of spinach is enough to increase the efficiency of mitochondria. These are small bean-shaped bodies which fuel cell activity and growth. This explains how Popeye the Sailor man – a famous cartoon character, who dates back to the 1930s, gets his power from a can of spinach.

6 Feb 2011

Technique that cleared mouse of HIV-like virus sparks hope for new therapy

In a breakthrough, Australian researchers have developed a method to boost the immune system. This technique is seen to be capable of clearing an “HIV-like” infection from a mouse. This could in future lead to a cure for HIV and other chronic viral infections in humans. The findings from Melbourne’s Walter and Eliza Hall Institute are centred on a naturally occurring cell signalling hormone called interleukin-7 (IL-7).

6 Feb 2011

Article examines new challenges Federal Government will face when Medicaid eligibility expands in 2014

A new article released in the February 2011 issue of Health Affairs, co-authored by Benjamin Sommers, MD, PhD, of the Department of Health Policy and Management at the Harvard School of Public Health, and Sara Rosenbaum, JD, Chair of the Department of Health Policy and Hirsch Professor of Health Law and Policy at the George Washington University School of Public Health and Health Services, examines new challenges that States and the Federal Government will face when Medicaid eligibility expands in 2014, under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.

5 Feb 2011

Patient need to share medication side effects with health care team: Retired family doctor

"I had a wonderful gentleman patient who had resistant blood pressure," recalls Vicki Koenig, M.D., a retired family doctor in Exmore, VA. "When he came for a blood pressure check on the latest new med and it was great, I was ecstatic. Then he said, 'But I notice my urine's a little dark.' His was one of the first cases of fatal liver complications from this medication."

5 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

Transitions Optical unveils golf video tips to raise awareness about healthy vision, sports performance

Transitions Optical, today announced it will unveil the first of a year-long series of golf video tips from PGA TOUR players and professional trainers as part of its "Improve Your Vision, Improve Your Game Video Series."

5 Feb 2011

NQF annual conference to focus on population health

The passage of sweeping healthcare legislation and the recent election of the 112th Congress make these exciting but uncertain times for American healthcare. The National Quality Forum's annual conference, "Achieving Health of Individuals and Populations Within Their Communities," will focus on population health and bring together policymakers and key public- and private-sector stakeholders, each representing their own perspectives for improving health and healthcare throughout the country.

5 Feb 2011

NaviNet president to speak on future of health IT in the U.S.

NaviNet, America's largest real-time healthcare communications network, announced today that its chief executive officer and its chief information officer will speak at industry conferences about the future of health IT in the U.S., including connected healthcare trends and unified patient information management.

5 Feb 2011

Victim rights group calls upon NFL to denounce Super Bowl abuse myth

A victim rights group is calling on the National Football League to denounce the myth that Super Bowl Sunday is a "day of dread" for victims of abuse. Stop Abusive and Violent Environments – SAVE – believes such claims foster hysteria and trivialize the problem of domestic violence.

5 Feb 2011

HHMI launches $60M documentary film initiative to bring science features to television

The Howard Hughes Medical Institute is launching a $60 million documentary film initiative that aims to bring high quality, compelling science features to television. Sean B. Carroll, HHMI's vice president for science education, unveiled the project today at the "Summit on Science, Entertainment and Education" in Los Angeles.

5 Feb 2011

City of Pontiac retains Sommers Schwartz to file healthcare fraud lawsuit in Detroit federal court

The City of Pontiac recently retained Sommers Schwartz to file a lawsuit in Detroit federal court against Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Ascension Health and 21 Michigan hospitals to recover millions of dollars in illegal hospital charges.

5 Feb 2011

Critical care journal editors release joint statement affirming commitment to ethical conduct of research

In response to an announcement by the German State Medical Association of Rheinland-Pfalz of their initial review of more than 100 articles by Professor Joachim Boldt, Steven L. Shafer, MD, Editor-in-Chief of Anesthesia & Analgesia, has joined with ten other anesthesiology and critical care journal editors in releasing a joint statement affirming their commitment to ethical conduct of research.

5 Feb 2011

MHCC to support Bell Let's Talk on February 9

The Mental Health Commission of Canada is proud to support Bell Let's Talk - an anti stigma campaign culminating on February 9, Bell Let's Talk Day. On that occasion, Bell will contribute 5¢ for every long distance call and text message its customers make to further fund and support mental health initiatives throughout Canada.

5 Feb 2011

Radical regulatory reform for life science industries needs to be a priority: Researchers

This declining trend is blamed on a failure of innovative drive in the industry, failure of the UK to support basic research, failure of venture capital to invest in early stage research, or failure of the Health Service to provide smart procurement.

5 Feb 2011

TRICARE may choose to direct TriWest's contribution to provide healthcare for military families

TRICARE West Region beneficiaries can assist military families and help save the environment with a simple click of a mouse. February 4 through March 31, 2011, when a TRICARE beneficiary chooses to "Go Green" and opts-in for paperless statements, TriWest will contribute $5 to a military support organization. The beneficiary may choose to direct TriWest's contribution to Armed Services YMCA, Operation Homefront, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors or the USO.

5 Feb 2011

iBridge Network announces tangible proof points for innovation, entrepreneurship

The recent launch of the 'Start-Up America Partnership', a coordinated public/private effort to celebrate, inspire and accelerate innovation and entrepreneurship and support the White House's Start-Up America initiative, validates the importance of stimulating economic growth, creating quality jobs, and building the new industries of the 21st Century.

5 Feb 2011

FDA approves Makena injection to reduce risk of preterm delivery

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Makena (hydroxyprogesterone caproate) injection to reduce the risk of preterm delivery before 37 weeks of pregnancy, in pregnant women with a history of at least one spontaneous preterm birth.

5 Feb 2011

Dream Foundation to fulfill final dream for Stage III Pancreatic Cancer patient

On February 6, Dream Foundation, the first national wish-granting organization for adults in the end stages of life, will fulfill Ed Demyan's final dream - to witness the ultimate American sporting event, the Super Bowl. Demyan, 47, of Brooklyn, Ohio, is a proud father three daughters (11, 14, 22) and a future step-daughter (15).

5 Feb 2011

Cegedim's consolidated fourth quarter 2010 revenues increase 10.1%

Cegedim, a global technology and services company specializing in the healthcare field, generated consolidated Q4 2010 revenues of €266.5 million, a 10.1% increase on a reported basis and up 2.9% like for like. Revenue growth was stronger than the Group had expected, due in large part to an excellent December in every business sector.

5 Feb 2011

AFA president issues statement acknowledging former President's contribution to Alzheimer's awareness

Eric J. Hall, president and CEO of the Alzheimer's Foundation of America, today noted the centennial birthday of President Ronald Reagan on February 6 by issuing a statement that acknowledged the former President's contribution to Alzheimer's awareness.

5 Feb 2011

Medical News

Super spinach really boosts power: Study

Technique that cleared mouse of HIV-like virus sparks hope for new therapy

Article examines new challenges Federal Government will face when Medicaid eligibility expands in 2014

Patient need to share medication side effects with health care team: Retired family doctor

The Dannon Company announces launch of Activia Parfait Crunch

Transitions Optical unveils golf video tips to raise awareness about healthy vision, sports performance

NQF annual conference to focus on population health

NaviNet president to speak on future of health IT in the U.S.

Victim rights group calls upon NFL to denounce Super Bowl abuse myth

HHMI launches $60M documentary film initiative to bring science features to television

City of Pontiac retains Sommers Schwartz to file healthcare fraud lawsuit in Detroit federal court

Critical care journal editors release joint statement affirming commitment to ethical conduct of research

MHCC to support Bell Let's Talk on February 9

Radical regulatory reform for life science industries needs to be a priority: Researchers

TRICARE may choose to direct TriWest's contribution to provide healthcare for military families

iBridge Network announces tangible proof points for innovation, entrepreneurship

FDA approves Makena injection to reduce risk of preterm delivery

Dream Foundation to fulfill final dream for Stage III Pancreatic Cancer patient

Cegedim's consolidated fourth quarter 2010 revenues increase 10.1%

AFA president issues statement acknowledging former President's contribution to Alzheimer's awareness

Advancing brain microphysiological systems (bMPS)

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