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Administrative Innovations For State Medicaid And CHIP ProgramsMAXIMUS (NYSE:MMS), a leading provider of government services worldwide, announced that Bruce Caswell, President and General Manager of MAXIMUS Health Services, will present at the upcoming Fifth National Medicaid Congress in Washington, D.C. Mr. Caswell will provide an overview of the current and future challenges that impact the efficiency of Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) and offer practical suggestions for innovative solutions that states can implement for both programs...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today | 5 Jun 2010 | 12:00 am NCKU Hospital Set A New Record Of Living Donor Liver Transplantation In TainanNational Cheng Kung University Hospital has set a new record of living donor liver transplantation (LDLT) in Tainan, Taiwan, when Dr. Yih-Jyh Lin's medical team, under the supervision of Dr. Pin-Wen Lin, President of NCKU Hospital and Professor of Surgery, successfully performed hepatic transplantation on a female patient suffered in liver cancer with liver donated from her daughter on January 29th, 2010. The patient has recovered to health and discharged from the hospital on April 1st, 2010. Moreover, the donor, i.e...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today | 4 Jun 2010 | 11:00 pm India's Ranbaxy UK unit recalls painkiller-paperMUMBAI, June 5 (Reuters) - The British unit of Indian drugmaker Ranbaxy is recalling all unused stock of a batch of a nerve pain treatment after failing to update mandatory safety information, the DNA...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsHealth | 4 Jun 2010 | 10:38 pm Exec for buyer of AIG Taiwan unit quits China post-SCMPHONG KONG, June 5 (Reuters) - A top executive of the group that is trying to buy AIG's Taiwan life insurance unit for $2.2 billion has quit a Chinese political role to ease pressure from Taiwan regulators,...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsHealth | 4 Jun 2010 | 10:13 pm Gene Related To Aging Plays Role In Stem Cell DifferentiationA gene shown to play a role in the aging process appears to play a role in the regulation of the differentiation of embryonic stem cells, according to researchers from the Center for Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine and the Department of Medicine at Thomas Jefferson University. In the study, published online in the journal Aging Cell, the researchers identified a protein interaction that controls the silencing of Oct4, a key transcription factor that is critical to ensuring that embryonic stem cells remain pluripotent...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today | 4 Jun 2010 | 10:00 pm Test Foods With Lower Glycemic Load Fail to Alter Metabolic Risk Markers in Overweight IndividualsLow glycemic load may not affect metabolic markers for high-risk individuals who already have signs of metabolic syndrome.Medscape Medical News Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines | 4 Jun 2010 | 9:57 pm MBK Partners in talks to bid for S.Korea KEB -WSJSEOUL, June 5 (Reuters) - Private equity house MBK Partners is in the early stages of talks to make a possible bid for Lone Star's 51 percent stake in Korea Exchange Bank (KEB) , valued at around $3.6...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsHealth | 4 Jun 2010 | 9:50 pm Health Tip: Understanding Fifth Disease (HealthDay)HealthDay - (HealthDay News) -- Fifth disease is a viral illness that primarily affects young children who attend school.Source: Yahoo! News: Health News | 4 Jun 2010 | 9:48 pm Clinical Trials Update: June 4, 2010 (HealthDay)HealthDay - (HealthDay News) -- Here are the latest clinical trials, courtesy of ClinicalConnection.com:Source: Yahoo! News: Health News | 4 Jun 2010 | 9:48 pm Glucose 'Tattoo' Could Track Blood Sugar Levels for Diabetics (HealthDay)HealthDay - FRIDAY, June 4 (HealthDay News) -- In the future, people with diabetes may be able to monitor their blood sugar levels using a glucose "tattoo."Source: Yahoo! News: Health News | 4 Jun 2010 | 9:48 pm Removing Gallbladder Sooner Cuts Costs, Readmissions (HealthDay)HealthDay - FRIDAY, June 4 (HealthDay News) -- In elderly patients, prompt removal of a suddenly inflamed gallbladder improves survival and reduces costs and complications, new research shows.Source: Yahoo! News: Health News | 4 Jun 2010 | 9:48 pm Move Childhood Back Outdoors This Summer (HealthDay)HealthDay - FRIDAY, June 4 (HealthDay News) -- For kids, summertime used to mean days spent at the beach or lake, afternoon bike rides and playing badminton in backyards.Source: Yahoo! News: Health News | 4 Jun 2010 | 9:48 pm Don't Rely On Water Alone When Exercising In HeatWater is essential when exercising in the heat but it might not be enough to keep you healthy in Houston summers. "Ten or 15 years ago we told everyone to drink as much water as possible to replace fluids. Now we know that is not such a good idea," said Dr. James Muntz, an internist with The Methodist Hospital in Houston. "Water is important, but sports drinks, might be more important." Sports drinks contain electrolytes, like potassium, magnesium, etc, and help replace the salt and water lost in sweat when exercising heavily, Muntz said...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today | 4 Jun 2010 | 9:00 pm Malaysia's Petronas to trim foreign explorations-paperKUALA LUMPUR, June 5 (Reuters) - Malaysia's state oil firm Petronas [PETR.UL] wants to trim overseas exploration and set aside more resources for oil fields at home, the Star newspaper said on Saturday,...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsHealth | 4 Jun 2010 | 8:12 pm Green Tea Extract Appears To Keep Cancer In Check In Majority Of CLL PatientsAn extract of green tea appears to have clinical activity with low toxicity in chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) patients who used it in a phase II clinical trial, say researchers at Mayo Clinic. The findings, to be presented Monday, June 7, during the annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), are the latest in a series of Mayo studies to show promise for use of the chemical epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) -- the major component of green tea -- in reducing the number of leukemia cells in patients with CLL...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today | 4 Jun 2010 | 8:00 pm Patient Money: Companies Crack Down on Defining Dependents in Benefit PlansEmployers want proof that the people you’re carrying on the company health plan really are your dependents. Source: NYT > Health | 4 Jun 2010 | 7:20 pm MStanley to advise Parkway on Khazanah's takeover bidSINGAPORE, June 5 (Reuters) - Singapore healthcare firm Parkway Holdings said late on Friday it had appointed Morgan Stanley to advise shareholders on a $835 million partial takeover bid by Malaysia's...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsHealth | 4 Jun 2010 | 7:07 pm Recall raises questions about promotional glasses (AP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Health News | 4 Jun 2010 | 7:02 pm Bioethicists Examine Trust Toward Physicians Among Adults With Sickle Cell DiseaseFaculty at the Johns Hopkins Berman Institute of Bioethics have published a study that shows, among adults with sickle cell disease, that unsatisfactory interactions with health-care providers in the past affect their trust in the medical profession more broadly. "Our research serves as a reminder to clinicians caring for sickle cell patients that simple things like listening to their patients can go a long way towards nurturing trust in what has been a historically strained relationship," says lead author Carlton Haywood Jr., Ph.D., an associate faculty member at the Berman Institute...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today | 4 Jun 2010 | 7:00 pm University Of Maryland, Baltimore Licenses Technology To Retrain Stroke Patients To WalkThe University of Maryland, Baltimore's (UMB) Office of Research and Development announced that Encore Path, Inc. of Baltimore signed an exclusive worldwide license agreement for a device technology invented jointly by researchers at the University of Maryland, Baltimore and the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC) that helps stroke patients retrain their bodies to walk. The new device is called the "Step Trainer for Enhanced Performance using Rhythmic Cues", or STEP-R...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today | 4 Jun 2010 | 6:00 pm UPDATE 4-Brokerage giant LPL Financial files for IPO(Adds analyst comment, details on private equity buyout, CEO)Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsHealth | 4 Jun 2010 | 5:34 pm USC Faculty Present Breakthrough Research At ASCO Annual MeetingFaculty at the University of Southern California (USC) and USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center will present promising new findings in a number of cancer research areas at the 2010 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) annual meeting in Chicago from June 4-8. Researchers are also available at the meeting to provide expert commentary on cancer research. Bladder Cancer A phase II clinical trial led by researchers at the USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center found that the drug eribulin was effective in treating patients with advanced bladder cancer (Abstract # 4539)...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today | 4 Jun 2010 | 5:00 pm UPDATE 1-Baker Hughes expands in Russia through acquisition* Doubles share in Russian electrical submersible pumpingSource: RSS feed - channel BNewsHealth | 4 Jun 2010 | 4:44 pm UPDATE 1-Baker Hughes expands in Russia through acquisition* Doubles share in Russian electrical submersible pumpingSource: RSS feed - channel BNewsHealth | 4 Jun 2010 | 4:44 pm NDP Leader Jack Layton calls for national pharmacare programa major policy initiative aimed at reforming Canada's health-care system. Layton says home care for the elderly should become an essential service because too many seniors are taking...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsHealth | 4 Jun 2010 | 4:40 pm UPDATE 1-Johnson Controls says still wants VisteonNEW YORK, June 4 (Reuters) - Johnson Controls Inc said on Friday it is still interested in acquiring auto parts supplier Visteon Corp after its unsolicited $1.25 billion bid was rejected this week...Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsHealth | 4 Jun 2010 | 4:36 pm Putting Children First: NewYork-Presbyterian Is Tops In NY Metro Area For Children's Health CareNewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is the only tri-state-area hospital listed on the 2010 U.S.News & World Report "America's Best Children's Hospitals" "Honor Roll" and one of only eight children's hospitals in the nation to be ranked in all 10 clinical specialties. NewYork-Presbyterian provides children's health services at two major centers: NewYork-Presbyterian/Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital and the Phyllis and David Komansky Center for Children's Health...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today | 4 Jun 2010 | 4:00 pm Fisherman's wife breaks silenceWhile others keep quiet, Kindra Arnesen speaks out about her fears for her husband and other fishermen working on the Gulf's oily waters.Source: CNN.com - Health | 4 Jun 2010 | 3:26 pm Michelle Obama, chefs aim to spice up school food (Reuters)Reuters - First lady Michelle Obama enlisted professional chefs on Friday as critical allies in helping fight the U.S. childhood obesity epidemic and making school food more nutritious and affordable.Source: Yahoo! News: Health News | 4 Jun 2010 | 3:15 pm Abbott To Present Data On Several Investigational Cancer Treatments At American Society Of Clinical Oncology Annual MeetingAbbott scientists and independent researchers will highlight the latest clinical trial data on four of Abbott's investigational oncology compounds at this year's American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting, scheduled for June 4-8 in Chicago. The presentations include data on inhibitors of VEGFR and PDGFR, PARP and bcl-2, and a humanized monoclonal antibody directed against CS1. Abbott's oncology pipeline currently includes nine new molecular entities in the clinic, targeting more than 15 different cancers and tumor types. Meeting abstracts are available online at http://www...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today | 4 Jun 2010 | 3:00 pm Do Shots Ease Allergy Symptoms?Shots don’t work on all allergies or all people.Source: Livescience.com - Health | 4 Jun 2010 | 1:38 pm Brain Quickly Remembers Complex SoundsA new study on acoustic memorization reveals a remarkable ability of the brain to recognize patterns in complex sound and noise.Source: Livescience.com - Health | 4 Jun 2010 | 1:23 pm SHED-IT Trial Reveals Weight Loss Keys for MenAs their preferred weight reduction strategies, men choose smaller portion sizes, and cut down on sugary drinks and fat intake.Medscape Medical News Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines | 4 Jun 2010 | 12:53 pm FDA Approves Cysview for Cystoscopic Detection of Papillary Bladder CancerThe FDA has approved hexaminolevulinate HCl for the detection of non-muscle-invasive papillary bladder cancer in patients suspected or known to have lesion(s) on the basis of prior cystoscopy.Medscape Medical News Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines | 4 Jun 2010 | 12:52 pm Pelvic Girdle Pain in Pregnancy Linked to ParityIn a cohort study, the risk for development of pelvic girdle syndrome increased with the number of previous deliveries.Medscape Medical News Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines | 4 Jun 2010 | 12:45 pm McDonald's recalls Shrek glassesUS chain McDonald's recalls 12m drinking glasses promoting the new Shrek movie after finding they contain a toxic metal.Source: BBC News | Health | World Edition | 4 Jun 2010 | 12:43 pm Will the New L.T.C. Insurance Be Offered to the Self-Employed?The self-employed will be able to buy the government's new long-term care insurance, but the details have not yet been decided.Source: NYT > Health | 4 Jun 2010 | 12:36 pm Hail to the chefs: Michelle Obama in new anti-obesity drive (AFP)
Source: Yahoo! News: Health News | 4 Jun 2010 | 12:24 pm Flu experts 'link' to drug firmsKey scientists behind World Health Organization advice on stockpiling of pandemic flu drugs had 'links' with companies which stood to profit, an investigation finds.Source: BBC News | Health | World Edition | 4 Jun 2010 | 11:45 am Neck Circumference: Another Marker of CVD Risk?Neck circumference was linked to cardiovascular disease risk factors, even after adjustment for visceral adipose tissue and body mass index, and was a surrogate marker for upper-body subcutaneous fat.Reuters Health Information Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines | 4 Jun 2010 | 11:22 am Why Is Cadmium So Dangerous?The discovery of cadmium in McDonald's "Shrek"-themed drinking glasses has led to a nation-wide recall and fear over how the toxic metal will affect young children.Source: Livescience.com - Health | 4 Jun 2010 | 10:49 am Healthy Diet in Young Children Promotes Bone Mass and Lower Body Fat Over TimeYoung children who eat dark green and deep yellow vegetables and limit fried food intake may have healthier fat and bone mass accrual over time than those who do not.Medscape Medical News Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines | 4 Jun 2010 | 10:39 am World Cup referees outrun playersWorld Cup refs, who can be twice the age of the players, face rigorous fitness requirements and often run more than the athletes.Source: CNN.com - Health | 4 Jun 2010 | 10:28 am Smart clothes offer emotional aidTextiles that monitor stress levels and take action to calm their wearers have been developed by researchers.Source: BBC News | Health | World Edition | 4 Jun 2010 | 10:23 am Surveillance a Reasonable Option for Small Incidental Testicular MassesOn serial ultrasound, the vast majority of small nonpalpable testicular masses did not show significant growth or require surgical removal, and could be safely monitored without surgery.Medscape Medical News Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines | 4 Jun 2010 | 9:31 am Growth Hormone Safe for Infants With Chronic Kidney FailureGrowth hormone appears to be safe and effective in promoting growth in infants with chronic renal failure, according to the findings of a randomized trial.Medscape Medical News Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines | 4 Jun 2010 | 9:10 am COSSACS: No Difference on Death and Disability After Stroke by Stopping vs Continuing Antihypertensive TherapyThe trial was stopped early by a lack of funding and therefore power, and so whether to continue or stop antihypertensive therapy remains an "important research question," researchers conclude.Medscape Medical News Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines | 4 Jun 2010 | 8:43 am Nomogram Predictive of Which Female Athletes Are High-Risk for ACL TearsAnalysis of female biomechanics during pubertal growth spurts can be used to predict which athletes are most likely to experience anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears.Medscape Medical News Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines | 4 Jun 2010 | 8:11 am Paying for the 'Institutionalized Spouse'Older couples face tough financial choices when one spouse works but the other needs institutional care.Source: NYT > Health | 4 Jun 2010 | 7:09 am One, two, manyHow much do you drink? Join our quest to find outSource: BBC News | Health | World Edition | 4 Jun 2010 | 5:33 am Scientists seek former students in toxic MT town (AP)
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