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Ascom Wireless Solutions to showcase its IP-based nurse call system at the Medica 2009

Ascom Wireless Solutions, the leading provider of wireless on-site communications, supplies its customers with advanced telecommunications systems, purpose-built handsets, wireless voice- and message transmission systems, customised alarm and positioning applications for the healthcare market.

13 Nov 2009

ProUroCare Medical announces the completion of its tender offer to holders of outstanding warrants

ProUroCare Medical Inc. today announced the successful completion of its tender offer to holders of certain outstanding warrants, resulting in gross proceeds to the Company of $1.6 million.

13 Nov 2009

Improved method of chest closure may set new standard of care for open-heart surgery

An innovative method is being used to repair the breastbone after it is intentionally broken to provide access to the heart during open-heart surgery. The technique uses a state-of-the-art adhesive that rapidly bonds to bone and accelerates the recovery process.

13 Nov 2009

Diabetic retinopathy on the rise; dilated eye exam can help prevent vision loss

The incidence of diabetes continues to increase, particularly among adolescents and young adults. The CDC projects the number of diabetic retinopathy cases will double by 2050. On World Diabetes Day, November 14, the American Academy of Ophthalmology (Academy), through its EyeSmart™ campaign, is reminding the public that an annual dilated eye exam can help prevent vision loss in people with diabetes.

13 Nov 2009

Easy and affordable genetic test from Pathway Genomics

Pathway Genomics™ (www.PATHWAY.com), a privately held, venture-backed company, today announced an exclusive agreement to partner with OptumHealthSM Allies and offer the organization’s 15 million members a 20% discount on Pathway’s Health and Ancestry genetic test.

13 Nov 2009

Does prolonged exposure to paternal antigens protect against pregnancy-induced hypertension?

Faculty of 1000 reviewers examine a study from New Zealand on whether prolonged exposure to the father's semen protects new mothers against pre-eclampsia and having an undersized baby.

13 Nov 2009

First-ever expedition to examine the accumulation of plastic marine debris in the North Atlantic Ocean

Sea Education Association (SEA) is preparing to conduct the first-ever research expedition dedicated solely to examining the accumulation of plastic marine debris in the North Atlantic Ocean.

13 Nov 2009

CNS Pharmaceuticals' common shares sponsored by 886 AG on the electronic trading platform Xetra

CNS PHARMACEUTICALS AG, (C35.F) a developer and marketer of patented natural nutraceutical products is pleased to announce that the Company’s common shares is sponsored by the German Securities Trading Bank 886 AG Wertpapier Handelsbank on the electronic trading platform Xetra.

13 Nov 2009

BUDDY Tablet Caddy two-minute commercial to be released

Muscle Flex Inc. (www.MuscleFlexInc.com) announced today that it will release the BUDDY Tablet Caddy two-minute commercial and the one-page landing page after the close of trading on November 20, 2009 for the American Music Awards weekend.

13 Nov 2009

New science of happiness doing a profound disservice

The new sciences of happiness are generating lots of advice on how to keep smiling. The results are even being explored by policy wonks. So why does so much of it - work less, say thanks, keep fit - sound so trite? If it were that easy, wouldn't we all be happy by now? The reason is that a central and tricky question is being glossed over: just what is happiness? Moreover, how you try to promote happiness depends entirely on what you take happiness to be - and there's a wealth of choice in that.

13 Nov 2009

Global industry leaders to address key trends in bioscience industry at Biotech 2009

Biotech 2009 (www.biotech2009.org) will bring together globally-recognized industry leaders to address key trends and topics relevant to the growth and advancement of the tri-state region’s bioscience industry.

13 Nov 2009

Supplement and self-care industry continues to grow at a healthy rate despite recession

With unemployment at 10.2% and growing, the economic climate for many hard-working Americans is challenging, to say the least. Despite economic hard times, however, the supplement and self-care industry -- a $21 billion industry -- continues to grow at a rate of 4%-6% each year, according to GNC, the largest global specialty retailer of nutritional products including vitamin, mineral, herbal and other specialty supplements and sports nutrition, diet and energy products.

13 Nov 2009

Regence BlueCross recognized as Platinum-Level Start! Fit-Friendly Company

Regence BlueCross BlueShield has been recognized as a Platinum-Level Start! Fit-Friendly Company by the American Heart Association's Start! movement for helping employees eat better and move more.

13 Nov 2009

Peer-reviewed article to evaluate the financial benefit of wellness programs

URAC, the nation's leading health care accreditation and education organization, today announced that the value of its Comprehensive Wellness Accreditation standards is referenced in "Framework for Assessing the Financial Benefit of Wellness Program", an article by Thomas Wilson, PhD, DrPH, a wellness expert and an epidemiologist for Trajectory Healthcare, LLC.

13 Nov 2009

NIOSH awards $1.24 million contract to study effects of roof falls on underground mine ventilation systems

The Virginia Tech mining and minerals engineering department has received a $1.24 million, five-year contract by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) to study the effects of roof falls, bumps, or explosions on underground mine ventilation systems.

13 Nov 2009

VIIAD Systems launches web based PPO Directory tool for the workers’ compensation marketplace

VIIAD Systems, an innovative technology company that provides claims communication tools to the workers’ compensation marketplace has launched Compass, a new web based product for the industry.

13 Nov 2009

Report offers strategic marketing resources to support product portfolios in medical device sector

Like all industries, the medical device sector is constantly seeking to align its marketing staffing levels to optimal organizational performance. A recent study by Best Practices, LLC found that strategic marketers in the medical device sector typically support about 10 products per marketer, indicating portfolio prioritization is essential to success.

13 Nov 2009

"Make Our Food Safe" coalition urges Senate to enact stronger food safety laws

Over the next several weeks, the U. S. Senate has an historic opportunity to take a major step toward improving food safety for all Americans. That is why a coalition of public health professionals, consumer organizations and groups representing victims of foodborne illness is sending the message that it is time to "Make Our Food Safe for the Holidays!"

13 Nov 2009

ContextVision, SharpView, MGH and CMIV announce a collaborative study on advanced 3D image filtering

A collaborative study between ContextVision AB, SharpView AB, Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) and the Center for Medical Image Science and Visualization (CMIV) was announced today. The study will investigate advanced 3D image filtering as a means of increasing patient throughput and improving image quality in MRI and further enabling dose reduction in CT. Researchers will compare state-of-the-art 3D techniques with 2D filters.

13 Nov 2009

Guide to improve recruitment, employee performance and engagement strategies in healthcare sector

"Talent Management in Healthcare," a recent study by Aberdeen Group, a Harte-Hanks Company, reveals that although healthcare organizations are still struggling with the lack of qualified candidates in the talent market, the primary focus has been on developing and retaining talent. Performance management, engagement, and succession planning are the top strategic emphases for these organizations.

13 Nov 2009

Medical News

Ascom Wireless Solutions to showcase its IP-based nurse call system at the Medica 2009

ProUroCare Medical announces the completion of its tender offer to holders of outstanding warrants

Improved method of chest closure may set new standard of care for open-heart surgery

Diabetic retinopathy on the rise; dilated eye exam can help prevent vision loss

Easy and affordable genetic test from Pathway Genomics

Does prolonged exposure to paternal antigens protect against pregnancy-induced hypertension?

First-ever expedition to examine the accumulation of plastic marine debris in the North Atlantic Ocean

CNS Pharmaceuticals' common shares sponsored by 886 AG on the electronic trading platform Xetra

BUDDY Tablet Caddy two-minute commercial to be released

New science of happiness doing a profound disservice

Global industry leaders to address key trends in bioscience industry at Biotech 2009

Supplement and self-care industry continues to grow at a healthy rate despite recession

Regence BlueCross recognized as Platinum-Level Start! Fit-Friendly Company

Peer-reviewed article to evaluate the financial benefit of wellness programs

NIOSH awards $1.24 million contract to study effects of roof falls on underground mine ventilation systems

VIIAD Systems launches web based PPO Directory tool for the workers’ compensation marketplace

Report offers strategic marketing resources to support product portfolios in medical device sector

"Make Our Food Safe" coalition urges Senate to enact stronger food safety laws

ContextVision, SharpView, MGH and CMIV announce a collaborative study on advanced 3D image filtering

Guide to improve recruitment, employee performance and engagement strategies in healthcare sector

Evolving spectrophotometry for modern biopharma workflows

Scaling B-cell cloning workflows for antibody development

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