When Lori Brownell’s first tumor appeared − on her left carotid artery − it was surgically removed, leaving an inches-long incision to heal. It was eight years before the feeling returned to that side of her neck, and for a time, she couldn’t drive because she couldn’t turn her head far enough. On September 15, [...]
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) awarded a $51 million contract to Emergent BioSolutions, Inc., of Rockville, Md., for the development of a new anthrax vaccine using the protective antigen (rPA) to stimulate a protective immune response that neutralizes the anthrax toxins. Anthrax preparedness remains one [...]
This fall millions of people will participate in a local 5K or 10K run or walk, bike ride, triathlon or even a dog walk as part of their health and fitness programs. Many of these events are designed to help raise much needed funds for nonprofits while creating a sense of community and providing an [...]
There is a sharp contrast between people’s positive attitudes towards growing old and their preparedness according to the results of a new international survey, Bupa Health Pulse 2010, published by Bupa Health Dialog. The survey reveals that almost three-quarters (72%) of people over the age of 65 do not feel old and 67% still feel [...]
Annual performance-based incentive plans are on the rise for physicians in both presence and scale, according to Hay Group’s 2010 Physician Compensation Survey. Most (92 percent) group-based organizations offer incentive plans to their physicians, up from 75 percent in 2009. Physician incentive plans are also being offered by 63 percent of hospitals this year, as [...]
After a month-long fundraising campaign to help finance the medical fight against neuromuscular diseases, Safeway has announced its grand total amount of $11.2 million to the Muscular Dystrophy Association during MDA’s annual Labor Day Telethon on Monday. Safeway’s 1,700-plus stores collected donations for MDA and Muscular Dystrophy Canada (MDC) to find treatments and possible cures [...]
Wage and hour class actions targeting hospitals and other healthcare employers have exploded over the past several years, increasing by 35 percent between 2008 and 2009 alone. That number is expected to double this year. Facing a literal wage and hour claim pandemic, healthcare employers are taking proactive steps to prevent their organization from getting [...]
Nearly one-third of Americans have experienced a Hospital Acquired Infection (HAI) or have a friend or relative who contracted one, according to a new survey from Xenex Healthcare. HAIs (such as C. diff, MRSA, staph infections and pneumonia) are the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control [...]
Medical experts are concerned about the significant number of elective deliveries (C-sections and induced labor) that are being scheduled for non-medical reasons prior to 39 weeks of pregnancy. This troubling trend can lead to serious health consequences for the baby, as well as potential dangers for the mother. Many expectant mothers are not aware of [...]
Vaccinations, eye exams, bike helmets and healthy snacks top the back-to-school health tips from physicians at Childrens Hospital of Los Angeles. Childrens Hospital Los Angeles Top 10 Back to School Health Tips 1. Check with your doctor to confirm that your child has received the recommended vaccinations. “This year, the single most important health issue [...]