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This has to be good news. The World Health Organization has just issued...
This has to be good news. The World Health Organization has just issued guidelines designed to make operations safer. Dr. E. Patchen Dellinger (OK, coolest name in the news today, hands down), who took part in the research that led to the idea of a... (Fri, 27 Jun 2008 02:58:03 GMT)
Settlements reached in W.Pa. health club disputes
Pennsylvania Attorney General Tom Corbett has sued two health clubs -- including one in Edgewood -- and reached settlements with two others in the aftermath of business deals that left some clients without access to services for which they already had paid. ... (Fri, 27 Jun 2008 04:28:24 GMT)
Rural mental health aid 'lacking'
Research into the provision of mental health services for young people in rural Wales finds barriers to access. (Fri, 27 Jun 2008 06:09:55 GMT)
Group abandons petition for state universal health care
LANSING -- The organizers of a campaign to amend the Michigan constitution to require the Legislature to enact some form of universal health care plan have scheduled a news conference near the state Capitol this morning to announce they are abandoning their petition drive for the 2008 election. (Fri, 27 Jun 2008 13:44:37 GMT)
NORTHERN CALIFORNIA / Myriad wildfires pollute air, pose health risks and keep on spreading
Bay Area residents can expect to remain mired in a smoky haze this weekend as nearly 1,100 wildfires chew up 250 square miles of land around Northern California. For those most sensitive, the foul air could pose health risks, pollution regulators and... (Fri, 27 Jun 2008 14:12:53 GMT)
Opening Glance: Health Care equipment and supplies
Major health care equipment and supply stocks rose in early trading Friday even as the broader markets wavered as data showed an increase in personal spending but oil prices continued to climb. (Fri, 27 Jun 2008 14:41:23 GMT)
Opening Glance: Health care shares gain ground
Health care stocks edged up in morning trading Friday, with health insurers like UnitedHealth Group Inc. and Humana Inc. making some of the biggest gains as the market broader wavered between positive and negative territory following Thursday's broad selloff. (Fri, 27 Jun 2008 14:56:47 GMT)
Group abandons effort for state universal health care
LANSING -- Organizers are ending their campaign for a November ballot proposal to require the State Legislature to adopt a health care plan covering all Michigan citizens. (Fri, 27 Jun 2008 15:14:11 GMT)
Women's Health Online Offshoot Offers 'Flat, Sexy Abs' For $3.50 A Week
A lot of companies starting websites in the womens' and health areas are aiming primarily on attracting ad dollars. But the established Women's Health is betting that it can keep most of the content on its site free and attract subscription readers willing to pay a little more for extra advice on weight loss and eating right. The new site, called Fit Coach, will cost users $3.50 a week after a ... (Fri, 27 Jun 2008 15:33:17 GMT)
Health Highlights: June 27, 2008
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Fri, 27 Jun 2008 16:01:43 GMT)
New cholera outbreaks in Vietnam: health official
Vietnam is experiencing new outbreaks of cholera, the health ministry said Friday, despite efforts since last year to eradicate the dangerous bacterial disease. (Fri, 27 Jun 2008 16:14:50 GMT)
The highest paid health care company CEOs
Miles White, the chief executive of Abbott Laboratories, topped the list of the most highly paid chief executives in the health care sector. (Fri, 27 Jun 2008 19:04:12 GMT)
Health Care REIT president sells shares
The president of Health Care REIT Inc., which invests in senior housing and health care real estate, sold 19,938 shares of common stock, according to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. (Fri, 27 Jun 2008 19:08:55 GMT)
Closing Glance: Health care equipment and supplies
Major health care equipment and supply stocks mostly rose Friday despite steep losses in the broader market as rising oil prices and uncertainty in the financial sector continued to plague investors. (Fri, 27 Jun 2008 20:23:15 GMT)
Closing Glance: Health care stocks rise
Despite a decline in major indexes, health care providers and service companies finished higher on Friday. Major indexes lost ground Friday as oil prices set new records, and Moody's Investors Service said it is considering a downgrade of Morgan Stanley. (Fri, 27 Jun 2008 20:24:46 GMT)
Health officials question whether tomatoes behind outbreak
Federal health officials are checking into the possibility that an outbreak of salmonella-caused illness originally linked to tomatoes may instead be linked to something else, they said Friday. (Sat, 28 Jun 2008 02:24:10 GMT)
Chief of 9/11 Health Programs Gains Support
Dr. John Howard has coordinated the federal government?s health programs for ground zero workers since 2006, and many fear that those programs will become endangered when he leaves his job. (Sat, 28 Jun 2008 02:48:38 GMT)
Batista's health issues surprise Mariners
Batista's health issues surprise Mariners (Sat, 28 Jun 2008 03:01:06 GMT)
Conference will focus on African-American health
A conference aimed at strengthening the health ministries of predominantly African-American churches will be held July 11 and 12 at Embassy Suites Hotel, 220 W. 43rd St. (Sat, 28 Jun 2008 03:33:25 GMT)
STATEWIDE: Universal health care effort grounded
A petition drive aimed at bringing universal health care to Michigan ended Friday as organizers admitted they had fallen far shy of collecting the signatures needed to put the issue before voters in November. (Sat, 28 Jun 2008 07:23:54 GMT)
State health chief OKs ECMC-Kaleida consolidation plan
The state health commissioner has signed off on the historic agreement that will combine Erie County Medical Center and Kaleida Health, clearing the way for a new hospital network for Western New York, state officials said Friday. (Sat, 28 Jun 2008 12:43:16 GMT)
Health Interests
Judy has not shared any health interests. Judy has not shared any drug information. (Sat, 28 Jun 2008 13:33:16 GMT)
Health caution issued
With record-breaking temperatures predicted the next few days, Oregon health officials are reminding residents to take precautions. (Sat, 28 Jun 2008 15:21:53 GMT)
LIQUA HEALTH COMMENCES INVESTIGATIVE REVIEW
LIQUA HEALTH CORPORATION reported Jun 24, 2008 that the Company had appointed PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS ADVISORY SERVICES sb to review previous business activities and decisions with a view to greater governance. (Sat, 28 Jun 2008 16:02:04 GMT)
Health Highlights: June 28, 2008
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Sat, 28 Jun 2008 16:02:19 GMT)
U.N. health agency to open Baghdad headquarters
The World Health Organization, one of United Nations' most important agencies, is opening a permanent office in Baghdad, a move that underscores recent security improvements in Iraq's capital. (Sat, 28 Jun 2008 20:00:14 GMT)
Abandoned House's Pool Poses Health Problems
A pool in the back yard of an abandoned house is leading to health problems in a Fort Worth neighborhood. (Sat, 28 Jun 2008 21:59:12 GMT)
The Health Of African Americans
The sixth annual Health Fair was located at both ends of Northwoods Mall Saturday. Event coordinators say low-income and a lack of health insurance puts African Americans at a higher risk for health problems. (Sat, 28 Jun 2008 23:43:26 GMT)
Paving the road to shared health data
SINGAPORE: The Ministry of Health’s vision of ’One Singaporean, One Electronic Medical Record’ may have just begun its road to realisation, but there are problems to overcome in sharing healthcare data across institutions. (Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:06:29 GMT)
Counties hope to recoup inmates' health costs
Cook, Will press U.S to shoulder the expense Chicago-area county leaders are hoping to funnel millions of tax dollars into local projects by recouping money they now spend on health care for inmates in county jails. (Sun, 29 Jun 2008 02:59:58 GMT)
Health
The Seneca County General Health District is sponsoring a Senior Health Check 1-3 p.m. July 9, at Helburn Meadows Center for anyone age 60 or over. For more information, call (419) 447-3691. (Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:06:34 GMT)
Update: N.C. alters health-care document
In our last column, we discussed a living will, an important estate-planning document. In this column, we will discuss another important document, a health-care power of attorney, which works in conjunction with a living will. (Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:13:46 GMT)
EATERIES IN BETTER 'HEALTH'
The number of eateries shuttered by the city's food cops has plummeted. The city closed down 291 restaurants between February and April, a 57 percent decrease from the 678 in the same period last year, according to the Health Department. The... (Sun, 29 Jun 2008 08:36:39 GMT)
HK, British health alert after TB death: report
British and Hong Kong health authorities are urgently tracing people who came into contact with a woman who died of TB after flying home from the Chinese city, a newspaper reported on Sunday. (Sun, 29 Jun 2008 10:19:02 GMT)
UK, Hong Kong health alert after TB death: report
British and Hong Kong health authorities are urgently tracing people who came into contact with a woman who died of TB after flying home from the Chinese city, a newspaper reported on Sunday. (Sun, 29 Jun 2008 10:21:47 GMT)
Smoky skies threaten health in fiery California
Hundreds of lightning-sparked wildfires have turned the air of Northern California into an unhealthy stew of smoke and ash, forcing the cancellation of athletic events and other outdoor activities. Health advisories urging residents to stay indoors to limit exposure to the smokey air were issued Saturday from Bakersfield north to Redding, a distance of nearly 450 miles. Air ... (Sun, 29 Jun 2008 12:22:00 GMT)
Health services fees increased
The Department of Health is raising fees Tuesday for environmental health services, including percolation testing, sewage disposal system installation and public swimming pool, and spa operating licenses. (Sun, 29 Jun 2008 12:49:06 GMT)
Seminar on health, sustainable development to be held
Iran - Seminar - Health First seminar on health and sustainable development will be held in Tehran in November by Martyr Beheshti Medical Sciences University. (Sun, 29 Jun 2008 12:54:51 GMT)
Smoky skies threaten health in fiery California
By DON THOMPSON Hundreds of lightning-sparked wildfires have turned the air of Northern California into an unhealthy stew of smoke and ash, forcing the cancellation of athletic events and other outdoor activities. Health advisories urging residents to stay indoors to limit exposure to the smokey air were issued Saturday from Bakersfield north to Redding, a distance of nearly 450 miles. Air ... (Sun, 29 Jun 2008 13:23:48 GMT)
Mass. commission to study mental health war wounds
A new Massachusetts commission will study the mental health effects of military service and make recommendations about how the state can help returning veterans. (Sun, 29 Jun 2008 15:22:18 GMT)
Health Highlights: June 29, 2008
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Sun, 29 Jun 2008 16:01:34 GMT)
Acrux Announces Completion of Phase 3 Trial of First Animal Health Product (ACR.AX, 00855381, 20080630)
Acrux reported that Elanco, a division of the global pharmaceutical group Eli Lilly and Company, has completed the late stage clinical trial of the first animal health product under their Licence, Development and Commercialisation Agreement. Elanco is developing a range of products for global markets, using Acrux's unique liquid technology to deliver drugs across the skin of animals. The study ... (Sun, 29 Jun 2008 23:45:00 GMT)
IBA Health Group Announces iSOFT to Provide EMR for Royal Flying Doctor Service (IBA.AX, 00855475, 20080630)
IBA Health Group announced a contract with the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia for an iSOFT Electronic Medical Record for people who live in and travel to some of the country's most remote regions. Worth $2.7m, the contract is for a licence to use iSOFT's software, implementation services, customisation, and support and maintenance for five years. The project starts in July and is due ... (Mon, 30 Jun 2008 01:33:00 GMT)
Mass. pioneering health plan turns 1
A Massachusetts mandate that requires residents to carry health insurance is both touted as an example to copy nationally and criticized as too costly. (Mon, 30 Jun 2008 02:38:43 GMT)
Govt to invest $12.2 Million into Maori health
Associate Minister of Health Mita Ririnui announced the Governments plan to inject $12.2 million into the Maori health and disability workforce at the Inaugural National Maori Workforce Development Hui in Rotorua last week. (Mon, 30 Jun 2008 03:33:30 GMT)
Lake Okaro and Lake Rotoehu Health Warning Lifted
The health warning issued on 30 November 2007 for Lake Okaro and 24 January 2008 for Lake Rotoehu has been lifted by the Medical Officer of Health. (Mon, 30 Jun 2008 03:33:53 GMT)
IBA Health (ASX:IBA) - Royal Flying Doctor Service to Access Centralised Electronic Medical Records From The Field
Sydney, Australia, June 30, 2008 - (ABN Newswire) - IBA Health (ASX:IBA)(PINK:IBATF) announce that the Royal Flying Doctor Service health professionals will be able to access essential medical histories while attending patients in remotest Australia, with the creation of a centralised Electronic Medical Record (EMR). (Mon, 30 Jun 2008 04:12:00 GMT)
How will the new affordable health insurance law affect hospitals' charity care costs?
George Fayer, chief financial officer, Wuesthoff Health System: (Mon, 30 Jun 2008 04:23:23 GMT)
Gull Holdings raises bid for Usana Health Services
Investment company Gull Holdings Inc. on Monday raised its offer for Usana Health Services Inc., a nutritional supplement and skin care products company, by $2 per share to $28 per share. (Mon, 30 Jun 2008 12:37:45 GMT)
Gentiva Health spent $203,290 lobbying in 1Q
Gentiva Health Services Inc., a home health care services company, spent $203,290 lobbying in the first quarter on health issues. (Mon, 30 Jun 2008 12:41:27 GMT)
More private health care expected after UK review
Private companies could have a greater role in providing state-funded health treatment in Britain under plans to be announced on Monday after a review of the 60-year-old National Health Service. (Mon, 30 Jun 2008 12:45:48 GMT)
Survey: Health insurance, fuel costs among top small biz owners burdens
The rising cost of health insurance, fuel and energy and inflation are the top worries among small business owners, according to a survey done every four years by the National Federation of Independent Business and Wells Fargo. (Mon, 30 Jun 2008 15:24:58 GMT)
Opening Glance: Health Care equipment and supplies
Health care equipment and supply stocks rose in early trading Monday, despite losses in the broader market as investors remained cautious of skyrocketing oil prices. (Mon, 30 Jun 2008 15:57:49 GMT)
Health Highlights: June 30, 2008
Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: (Mon, 30 Jun 2008 16:02:27 GMT)
Humana buying Metcare Health Plans for $14 million
Managed care provider Humana Inc. said Monday it will acquire a subsidiary of Metropolitan Health Networks Inc. for $14 million, to boost its Medicare Advantage membership in Florida by about 7,000 members. (Mon, 30 Jun 2008 16:08:56 GMT)
Budget fix shifts millions from state mental health care services
Gov. Sonny Perdue succeeded Monday in rounding up enough votes to shift millions of dollars away from mental health care to fill other holes in the state budget. (Mon, 30 Jun 2008 16:25:01 GMT)
Whitehorse hospital nurses, health-care staff sign new contract
A strike has been averted at the Whitehorse General Hospital, as management and the union representing nurses and other health-care professionals signed a new collective agreement Friday. (Mon, 30 Jun 2008 16:31:46 GMT)
England to refocus on quality of health care
The quality of a patient's care will become the central focus of the National Health Service in England, with hospitals and care teams rewarded for achieving high standards, the government said on Monday. (Mon, 30 Jun 2008 17:15:37 GMT)
Closing Glance: Health care shares move up
Shares of health care providers and service companies rose Monday, with health insurers and pharmacy benefits managers among the stocks trading higher. (Mon, 30 Jun 2008 20:08:09 GMT)
Closing Glance: Health Care equipment and supplies
Health care equipment and supply stocks rose Monday amid mixed results in the broader market. How shares of some major health care equipment and supply companies fared: (Mon, 30 Jun 2008 20:12:50 GMT)
Anheuser-Busch to cut health, pension benefits
Anheuser-Busch Cos. plans to cut pension and health care benefits for its salaried employees as part of an effort to slash $1 billion in costs by the end of 2010 and fend off an unsolicited $46 billion bid from Belgian brewer InBev. (Mon, 30 Jun 2008 21:18:20 GMT)
Community Health buys rest of joint venture stake
Hospital operator Community Health Systems Inc. said Monday that a subsidiary has bought the remaining 35 percent interest in Affinity Health Systems LLC., which indirectly owns and operates Trinity Medical Center of Birmingham, Ala. (Mon, 30 Jun 2008 21:25:11 GMT)
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