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Gawande: A ‘Hodgepodge’ Of Pilot Programs May Be The Right Approach To Cut Health Costs

Master — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:00:00 +0000

Legislation to overhaul the American health system lacks an overarching plan to curb the rising costs of medicine, according to Atul Gawande, the influential surgeon and writer, in an essay for the Dec.

‘Never Events’ – Medical Errors – Still Continue 10 Years After Landmark Report

admin — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:00:00 +0000

Advocates and experts examine progress made since the Institute of Medicine released its landmark report that called for the elimination of medical errors, or “never events,” ten years ago. Modern HealthCare interviews Helen Haskell, who founded the advocacy organization Mothers Against Medical Error, and examines progress and shortcomings: “Families are still losing loved ones to errors, Haskell explained during a recent conference hosted by Consumers Union. But the biggest difference in the past 10 years is, ‘where once there was denial, we now have tireless leaders…

Global Meeting In London Looks Ahead In Public Health, UK

Master — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 08:00:00 +0000

Health Ministers from around the world met today to discuss the ongoing threat to public health from the current H1N1 pandemic, maintaining effective responses globally, and looking ahead to how the pandemic could develop. The 10th ministerial meeting of the Global Health Security Initiative (GHSI), hosted in London by the Department of Health, was attended by representatives from Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Mexico, UK, the US, the European Commission, and the World Health Organization…

Exercise Reduces Death Rate In Prostate Cancer Patients

admin — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 08:00:00 +0000

As little as 15 minutes of exercise a day can reduce overall mortality rates in patients with prostate cancer, according to findings presented at the American Association for Cancer Research Frontiers in Cancer Prevention Research Conference, held here, Dec. 6-9, 2009.

Popular Rapid Influenza Tests Pose A Dangerous Public Health Risk

Master — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:00:00 +0000

Rapid influenza diagnostic tests used in doctors’ offices, hospitals and medical laboratories to detect H1N1 are virtually useless and could pose a significant danger to public health, according to a Loyola University Medical Center researcher.

Popular Rapid Influenza Tests Pose A Dangerous Public Health Risk

admin — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:00:00 +0000

The Challenge For Biostatistics Is In Measuring The Quality Of Life As Regards Health

admin — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:00:00 +0000

The Biostatistics research team at the Department of Applied Mathematics, Statistics and Operational Research of the University of the Basque Country is working on applied statistics based on health sciences and experimental sciences under the leadership of Ms Inma Arostegui.

Stronger Graduated Driver’s Licensing Program Would Save Lives, Prevent Injuries In Midwest

admin — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:00:00 +0000

A new study shows that three-stage graduated driver’s licensing (GDL) policies save lives and prevents injuries throughout the Midwest. The research published in the Wisconsin Medical Journal (Vol. 108, No.

Reducing The Risk Of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning From Household Appliances Over Winter, UK

Master — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 13:00:00 +0000

With the start of Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week, the Health Protection Agency is today reminding people to have their fossil fuel and wood burning appliances – such as boilers, heaters and cookers – checked by an appropriately registered engineer before the winter sets in.

Doctors Commend Area Health Service For Prompt Action On Coolah Hospital Concerns – Rural Doctors Association Of NSW, Australia

Master — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:00:00 +0000

The Rural Doctors Association of NSW (RDA NSW) has commended the Greater Western Area Health Service (GWAHS) for its prompt action in returning emergency and acute care services to Coolah Hospital and taking the hospital off bypass.

Swine Flu Vaccine Safety By Dr John Devlin, Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Department Of Health And Children, Ireland

Master — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:00:00 +0000

A recent publication questioned the public health concern about swine flu and raised issues on vaccine safety and must be corrected.

Too Many Australians Can’t Understand Health Information

admin — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:00:00 +0000

Many Australians are at risk of not being able to understand basic health information, according to the results of a survey published in the Medical Journal of Australia. Prof Robert Adams, of the Discipline of Medicine at the University of Adelaide, and his co-authors conducted a survey of 2824 South Australians aged 15 years and over to measure levels of ‘functional health literacy’.

Whole-of-hospital Approach Needed To Fix Access Block, Australia

admin — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:00:00 +0000

Australian hospitals need a “whole-of-hospital” approach, including the introduction of acute medical assessment and admission units (AMAAUs), to reduce the problem of patient admission access block, according to an article published in the Medical Journal of Australia.

Public Health Recommendations For Groups At High Risk Of H1N1 Influenza A and Planning On Travelling To 2009 HAJJ

Master — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:00:00 +0000

During the 2009 Hajj beginning around November 25, some 2.5 million pilgrims are expected at holy sites in Saudi Arabia. A public health paper published Online First and in a future edition of The Lancet reports that in order to combat the threat posed by H1N1 influenza A, the Saudi Arabian Health Ministry has issued public health recommendations.

Safer Movement Of Heavy Goods – HSE Drive To Lift Standards In North East And Highlands, UK

admin — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 09:00:00 +0000

Health and Safety Executive (HSE) Inspectors will be carrying out a series of inspections at harbours, marine bases and pipe yard sites throughout the North East and Highlands of Scotland targeting work involving the lifting and movement of heavy goods. The aim of is to raise awareness, promote sensible management and improve standards at the locations visited in the coming week.

Interactive Video Games Have A Role In Good Health

admin — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 09:00:00 +0000

Advanced interactive games are making inroads as health and wellness tools, according to the November issue of Mayo Clinic Health Letter.

Horror, It’s Hemorrhoids — Self-care Tips For Common Problem

Master — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 09:00:00 +0000

By about age 50, more than half of adults have dealt with hemorrhoids. The November issue of Mayo Clinic Health Letter covers home treatments that can relieve symptoms of this common and embarrassing problem.

Proposed Health Care Cuts Would Yield Job Losses And Severely Curtail Needed Health Care Services

admin — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 09:00:00 +0000

Statement by HANYS’ President Daniel Sisto “Governor Paterson has proposed $278 million in cuts to Medicaid funding which, when combined with federal matching dollars, would slash funding to health care providers by $747 million.

Government Of Canada Invests $174.3 Million In Health Initiatives For French And English-Speaking Minority Communities

admin — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 09:00:00 +0000

On behalf of the Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of Health, the Honourable Percy Mockler, Senator from New Brunswick, announced an investment of $174.3 million that will help fund health initiatives across the country.

The Public Health Agency Of Canada Updates Recommendations On H1N1 Vaccine For Children

admin — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 08:00:00 +0000

The Public Health Agency of Canada today updated its recommendations on H1N1 flu vaccine dosing for children between 3 years and 9 years of age.

HSE Warns Firms To Better Protect Employees Who Work At Height, UK

admin — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 08:00:00 +0000

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has delivered a stark warning to companies who fail to protect employees working at height – they will be held to account.

‘Cross-talk’ Mechanism Contributes To Colorectal Cancer

Master — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 09:00:00 +0000

Researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health have identified a molecular mechanism that allows two powerful signaling pathways to interact and begin a process leading to colorectal tumors. “We are very excited about these findings,” says Vladimir Spiegelman, an associate professor of dermatology

Family Physician Group Offered No-Cost Alternative To Funding From Coca-Cola

admin — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:00:00 +0000

Leading Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) nutrition and health researcher Walter Willett, M.D., Dr.

George W. Bush Institute To Include Global Health Focus; University Of California System Launches Global Health Institute

admin — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:00:00 +0000

Former President George W. Bush will deliver a speech on Thursday marking the launch of the “George W

Pew Report: Nine States Face Budget Crises Of Californian Magnitude

admin — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:00:00 +0000

A new Pew analysis, titled “Beyond California: States in Fiscal Peril,” warns that nine other states are also on the brink of economic catastrophe and urges state legislatures to act quickly, The Associated Press reports.