Delmont Medical Care Offers Health Tips to Seniors for Labor Day

... and more. Amongst their recent innovations is a one-of-a-kind referral and admission enhancement system for skilled nursing facilities called 'Six-Link'. Less.. If you have questions regarding information in this press release contact the company ...

http://www.i-newswire.com/delmont-medical-care-offers-health/237038

Tax collector 'harassed dying man in a coma' over 35 bill

... in Basingstoke where Michael Smith, 56, was being treated for a lung infection a week before he died. When told by nursing staff he was unable to take the call since he was in a coma, the official added to the family's stress by leaving a message ...

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2408142/Tax-collector-harassed-dying-man-coma-35-bill.html?ITO=1490&ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490

Because Walking Saves Lives, Mobilizer Inc. Is A Startup That's...

For sedentary medical patients, one of the easiest ways to reduce the time of hospital stays and decrease the risk of complications like blood clots and pressure ulcers is simply to get up and walk around.

http://techcrunch.com/2013/08/31/because-walking-saves-lives-mobilizer-inc-is-a-start-up-thats-aiming-to-get-hospital-patients-moving/

QMC ward didn't meet patient needs, says report

STAFFING levels on a ward at a Nottingham hospital were inadequate to meet the needs of patients, a report has found.

http://www.thisisnottingham.co.uk/QMC-ward-didn-t-meet-patient-needs-says-report/story-19729864-detail/story.html

Take to the waters

There's no arguing with the phrase "prevention is better than cure", but how many of us see a health professional when we're feeling fully fit? "New Zealanders often think a visit to a spa is a treat rather than health maintenance," says Mandy Gobo of Rotorua's QE Health, introducing me to their newest product, the health Warrant of Fitness.

http://www.nzherald.co.nz/travel/news/article.cfm?c_id=7&objectid=11117803&ref=rss

America's other drug problem: prescriptions not taken

America has a serious drug problem, but it's not the one you might be thinking about.

http://www.leader-call.net/14563/1799/onlinefeature/21147/americas-other-drug-problem-prescriptions-not-taken

Back to school: school nurses lead way to healthy year

... shifting toward a community-based approach to health," says Dr. Bonnie Saucier, president of Chamberlain College of Nursing 's Tinley Park, Ill. campus. "Community health centers, clinics and schools all play an important role in keeping the ...

http://www.leader-call.net/14547/1799/onlinefeature/20296/back-to-school-school-nurses-lead-way-to-healthy-year

HUNNEMAN: Labor leader learned lessons in Temecula

John L. Lewis, one of America's most powerful labor leaders, learned the value of hard work, at least in part, over a century ago in the quarry mines above Temecula and the farm fields of Southwest Riverside County.

http://blog.pe.com/2013/08/31/hunneman-labor-leader-learned-lessons-in-temecula/

Candidate familiar with issues in Lyons

... state in southern India then spread to other places," she says. Ms Brinklow agrees that it's still not the kind of nursing program expected in a developing country like India. "But it's a growing problem in these countries because of the extended ...

http://www.examiner.com.au/story/1744568/candidate-familiar-with-issues-in-lyons/?src=rss

Mum-to-be Yeasmin Khanom gives birth to Mohammed Yaseen after womb ruptures

A mum and her miracle baby survived a ruptured womb at 28 weeks - because it happened during a routine check-up.

http://www.kentonline.co.uk/medway_messenger/news/mum-gives-birth-after-womb-5401

4 Health-Care Buzzwords You Need to Know

... Care Organizations, or ACOs, are groups of health-care providers, particularly hospitals, physicians and skilled nursing facilities, who team up to provide coordinated care to patients. The ACO is collectively responsible for quality and cost of the ...

http://www.fool.com/investing/general/2013/08/31/4-health-care-buzzwords-you-need-to-know.aspx

Ehr Analysis: Using Analytics to Track Ehr Use

By any standard, the electronic health records rollout at Duke Medicine is big. Located in Durham, N.C., the academic medical center is in the midst of a four-year deployment of an Epic system across its ambulatory and inpatient settings.

http://www.healthdatamanagement.com/issues/21_9/EHR-ANALYSIS-Using-Analytics-to-Track-EHR-Use-46539-1.html

A long-term I.T. problem

Even as hospitals and physician offices continue to push forward with electronic health record installations, nursing homes and other long-term skilled nursing facilities are seemingly stuck in neutral.

http://www.healthdatamanagement.com/issues/21_9/long-term-care-hit-electronic-health-records-46536-1.html

Smart solutions for managing hectic family schedules during the school year

School days mean hectic schedules for most families. Older kids head to the classroom, younger ones go to day care, and parents try to manage the early mornings and increased extracurricular activities.

http://www.leader-call.net/14523/1799/onlinefeature/20293/smart-solutions-for-managing-hectic-family-schedules-during-the-school-year

Rand Paul Compares EBT And Health Care To Slavery

In a National Review profile focused on his past life as an ophthalmologist and all of the pro-bono work performed over the years, Sen. Rand Paul offered yet another peculiar view of the government's responsibility to its most impoverished citizens.

http://oldschool945.com/448187/rand-paul-compares-ebt-and-health-care-to-slavery/

Aussies give medical equipment

A GROUP of health professionals from Sydney in Australia have given medical equipment to the Sigatoka Hospital and health stations in the Sigatoka Valley.

http://www.fijitimes.com/story.aspx?id=244314

Health Scan: Shift work could be hazardous to women's health

Ido Sholat of the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology's Rappaport Medical Faculty and Rambam Medical Center in Haifa.

http://www.jpost.com/Health-and-Science/Health-Scan-Shift-work-could-be-hazardous-to-womens-health-324898

Can Francis Cure the Curia?

"His quips and one liners won't get Pope Francis far in changing the Roman Curia," a veteran Vatican official told me.

http://www.commonwealmagazine.org/can-francis-cure-curia

Ohio Man Revives 45 Mins. After Heart Stops

A man whose heart stopped beating for 45 minutes credits his faith for being alive and says stunned doctors who declared him dead aren't sure what happened.

http://www.edgeptown.com/index.php?ch=health_fitness&sc=&sc2=news&sc3=&id=148566

Executive candidates respond to new County Home sale proposal

... million bid Monday. On Wednesday, the group toured the County Home. "We are putting forth an offer to purchase the nursing home, which I understand is a contentious matter," Edward Farbenblum said Wednesday. "We want to introduce ourselves, who we ...

http://www.observertoday.com/page/content.detail/id/588357/Executive-candidates-respond-to-new-County-Home-sale---proposal.html?nav=5047

Alice L. Barmore

... resident all of her life, she was a 1947 graduate of Jamestown High School and 1951 graduate of Deaconess School of Nursing. Alice was employed for 33 years as an registered nurse at the former Jamestown General Hospital and as a office nurse for ...

http://post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/627527/Alice-L--Barmore.html?nav=5009

County Executive Candidates Talk Recent County Home Proposal

... million bid Monday. On Wednesday, the group toured the County Home. "We are putting forth an offer to purchase the nursing home, which I understand is a contentious matter," Edward Farbenblum said Wednesday. "We want to introduce ourselves, who we ...

http://post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/627506/County-Executive-Candidates-Talk-Recent-County-Home-Proposal.html?nav=5192

Stressed nurses 'want to quit'

... work and unable to give the care they want, the Daily Mirror said. A survey of 10,000 staff by the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) found that 62% had thought about leaving over the last year because they are under so much stress in their job. A ...

http://www.hillingdontimes.co.uk/uk_national_news/10646291.Stressed_nurses__want_to_quit_/

Royal College of Nursing General Secretary Dr Peter Carter

... work and unable to give the care they want, the Daily Mirror said. A survey of 10,000 staff by the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) found that 62% had thought about leaving over the last year because they are under so much stress in their job. A ...

http://www.congletonguardian.co.uk/uk_national_news/10646291.Stressed_nurses__want_to_quit_/

Survey: cancer care good a " but more nurses needed

HUNDREDS of cancer patients surveyed at Derriford Hospital at the end of last year felt there were not enough nurses on duty most of the time, it has been revealed.

http://www.thisisplymouth.co.uk/Survey-cancer-care-good-ndash-nurses-needed/story-19733925-detail/story.html

Vets home nurses, caregivers say thanks to Sen. Sanders

The nurses and caregivers at the Vermont Veterans' Home would like to thank Sen. Bernie Sanders for his leadership fighting for a federal commitment to high quality health care for our nation's veterans.

http://www.benningtonbanner.com/opinion/ci_23986689/vets-home-nurses-caregivers-say-thanks-sen-sanders?source=rss

Survey: cancer care good a " but more nurses needed

HUNDREDS of cancer patients surveyed at Derriford Hospital at the end of last year felt there were not enough nurses on duty most of the time, it has been revealed.

http://www.thisisdevon.co.uk/Survey-cancer-care-good-ndash-nurses-needed/story-19733925-detail/story.html

Sinais incentive discharge program raises questions

... nurses to discharge more patients by noon, prompting questions about patient safety. The program sets a goal for nursing units to discharge 20 percent of their patients by noon and offers the nurse on each unit with the most early discharges a $10 ...

http://www.bignewsnetwork.com/index.php/sid/216754505/scat/d5a8e031d9cda237

World's first attempt at pregnancy after mom-to-daughter womb transplant nears

Derya Sert is the first woman in the world to receive a womb from a cadaver donor, raising hopes for millions of women born without a uterus to bear their own child.

http://www.ottawacitizen.com/health/family-child/Donor+wombs+World+first+attempt+pregnancy+after/8853547/story.html

New name and integration for GP service

A GP service with a direct link to Taranaki's biggest kaupapa Maori health and social services organisation is re-launched on Monday September 2. Tui Ora Family Health is the new name of the practice formerly known as Te Aroha Medcare.

http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/GE1308/S00140/new-name-and-integration-for-gp-service.htm

Inside Track: How Miliband won plaudits and Cameron got a bloody nose

... on a Cornish beach. His biggest challenge appeared to be how to discreetly remove a beach towel. This weekend, he is nursing his political bruises from the worst defeat of his premiership. A week ago, the Labour leader was being battered from pillar ...

http://www.heraldscotland.com/comment/columnists/inside-track-how-miliband-won-plaudits-and-cameron-got-a-bloody-nose.22011140

GRMC Board presents new CNO, discusses budget and reports on personnel changes

... because there was a situation in the emergency room with a lockdown over an event in the community. "The new chief nursing officer is in the ER, managing the situation. I may have to get up and run." Liz Beilue, GRMC Auxiliary president, said ...

http://www.grantcountybeat.com/index.php/news/news-articles/12041-grmc-board-presents-new-cno-discusses-budget-and-reports-on-personnel-changes

Local teen survives rattle snake attack

A St. Johns County teenager who survived a snake bite attack is now talking about his terrifying experience and his friend, who he's calling a hero for saving his life.

http://www.news4jax.com/news/st-johns-co-teen-survives-rattle-snake-attack/-/475880/21726588/-/c8u4bhz/-/index.html

Parents Relieved After Twins' Separation Surgery

When Dave and Jenni Ezell first found out their twin sons were conjoined, they considered terminating the pregnancy.

http://www.wtma.com/common/more.php?m=58&ts=1377915605&article=D9399A6311E311E386DEFEFDADE6840A&mode=2

Hair Transplant Offer and No-Cost Consultation are Now Available at Strax Rejuvenation

Strax Has Also Just Posted a New Blog to its Website that Explains the Various Types of Hair Restoration Procedures Jade Holding Group, LLC dba Strax Rejuvenation, one of the country's leading and busiest plastic surgery and wellness centers, has just announced that it is now offering no cost-consultations about hair loss treatment.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/hair-restoration/Strax-Rejuvenation/prweb11074643.htm

Medical Solutions Kicks Off "Show Us Your Scrubs" Contest

... staffing company with its acquisition of OA Nurse Travel in 2013. Medical Solutions was one of the first Travel Nursing and Allied Healthcare staffing companies to be certified by the Joint Commission and has been continuously certified since 2004. ...

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/8/prweb11075316.htm

Littmann Stethoscopes for Breast Cancer Awareness and Two New Colors

Littmann has added breast cancer awareness editions as well as dark olive with smoke finish, and sand with smoke finish to the popular Littmann Classic II S.E. and Littmann Cardiology III stethoscopes.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/littmann-stethoscopes/breast-cancer-colors/prweb11077279.htm

Business Notes Sept. 1

... in areas from home care to behavioral health and disease prevention. She received her bachelor of science in nursing and master's degree from the College of St. Scholastica. In 2009, she obtained a doctorate of nursing practice from the University ...

http://brainerddispatch.com/business/2013-08-30/business-notes-sept-1

Labor Day by the Numbers: Celebrating American Workers Since 1882

By Charlotte Eriksen Labor Day weekend is unofficially the last one of the summer, marking the end of the season for local pools and summer concert series, and the start of a new school year.

http://palos.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/labor-day-by-the-numbers-celebrating-american-workers-since-1882_66a502fa

Erlanger Recognized For Lactation Care

... returning to work or school, help mothers in more unusual situations such as breastfeeding more than one baby or nursing a sick or premature infant, and help train nursing staff to manage basic breastfeeding care. As allied health care professionals ...

http://www.chattanoogan.com/2013/8/30/258149/Erlanger-Recognized-For-Lactation-Care.aspx

PharmScript Offers Skilled Care Facilities Tips on How to Avoid an...

... PharmScript offers tips on how long-term care providers can stay in compliance. Federal law and regulations for nursing centers emphasize the importance of limiting the use of 'unnecessary drugs' to individuals with a documented need. When a drug is ...

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/8/prweb11078662.htm

PharmScript Offers Insight on Updates to F309 - Quality of Care

... and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently implemented new F309 Quality of Care Guidance to surveyors for determining nursing facility compliance with end of life care requirements. New guidelines specify that medical treatments should be assessed by the ...

http://www.prweb.com/releases/F309/pharmscript/prweb11078830.htm

Comprehensive Meditation Course Taught by American Meditation Institute Founder Leonard Perlmutter

... Medical Center, Stratton VA Medical Center, University of Colorado Medical School, University of Wisconsin School of Nursing, Washington University Medical School and the Commonwealth Club of California. He also served on a distinguished "New York ...

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/8/prweb11040929.htm

The Widening Battle for LICH

Having restored critical medical services at Cobble Hill's embattled Long Island College Hospital, Public Advocate and Democratic Mayoral candidate Bill de Blasio and six Brooklyn civic groups filed a motion in State Supreme Court today to ensure that the community would have a voice in any sale of the hospital to a new operator.

http://bayridgejournal.blogspot.com/2013/08/the-widening-battle-for-lich.html

Physical activity counseling in primary health care in Brazil: a...

The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence and correlates of physical activity counseling among physicians and nurses working in primary health care in Brazil.

http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/13/794/abstract

High national ranking shines a light on Lawson State programs and impact

BIRMINGHAM, Alabama -- Lawson State Community College has offered an accessible, affordable college education to thousands of students, especially those in the western part of the Birmingham metro, since it was created in 1965.

http://blog.al.com/spotnews/2013/08/high_national_ranking_shines_a.html

Jamie Oliver's hard-working class and speaks from the heart

... exec will be powerless to do anything. Fiona, thank you for your story on the hardships faced by nurses. As a future nursing student, I am saddened by the current state of affairs in the NHS. If the system doesn't change soon, our talented nurses ...

http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/fiona-phillips-jamie-olivers-immigration-2239683

Jackson Argues For New Abortion Measure

The State Senate approved a measure on Monday that would allow nurses, physicians' assistants, and certified midwives - with specialized training - to preform early aspiration abortions.

http://www.independent.com/news/2013/aug/30/jackson-argues-new-abortion-measure/

Celebrating Labor Day

The Bureau County labor force is represented by LCN Closers employee Ron Thompson, shown Friday morning at a centerless grinder in the Princeton factory workplace.

http://www.bcrnews.com/2013/08/29/celebrating-labor-day/a9r4bmk/

EPHC gets an exemption from Medi-Cal cuts

... result of the exemption, the hospital announced both the Loyalton and Portola facilities will be taking new skilled nursing residents again. In January, the hospital learned that the state's Department of Health Care Services would be implementing ...

http://www.plumasnews.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=11459:ephc-gets-an-exemption-from-medi-cal-cuts&catid=69:-headline-news&Itemid=6

Back to school: school nurses lead way to healthy year

... shifting toward a community-based approach to health," says Dr. Bonnie Saucier, president of Chamberlain College of Nursing 's Tinley Park, Ill. campus. "Community health centers, clinics and schools all play an important role in keeping the ...

http://www.leader-call.net/14523/1799/onlinefeature/19175/back-to-school-school-nurses-lead-way-to-healthy-year

Breastfeeding moms: Tips for long-term success

... with a certified lactation consultant or join a support organization like La Leche League International or the Nursing Mothers' Council. Your local Women, Infants and Children (WIC) office can also provide excellent breastfeeding support. A few ...

http://www.leader-call.net/14523/1799/onlinefeature/19173/breastfeeding-moms-tips-for-longterm-success

School nurses may be thing of the past

... salary of $91,000. Amole said the district has formed a task force that will look at several options to address the nursing shortage. So far, all of the options discussed include putting nurses on the teacher salary schedule. Two of the options also ...

http://www.thedenverchannel.com/news/local-news/cherry-creek-school-district-considers-replacing-nurses-with-medical-technicians

White House to begin Obamacare promotion blitz

President Obama will be personally and actively involved in the Obamacare rollout this fall, and he'll have some high profile help.

http://www.dailykos.com/story/2013/08/30/1235097/-White-House-to-begin-Obamacare-promotion-nbsp-blitz?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+dailykos%2Findex+%28Daily+Kos%29

Reorganization at Capitol eyed before 2014

There will be more discussions to be engaged in as far as reorganization is concerned, among which, will be on the certain departments that will be merged, he said.

http://www.sunstar.com.ph/bacolod/local-news/2013/08/31/reorganization-capitol-eyed-2014-300681

NHS: Nearly two thirds of nurses considering quitting as savage cuts bite

... on remaining nurses who are forced to work more unpaid hours. A survey of 10,000 staffers by the Royal College of Nursing reveals 62% are so stressed they have considered leaving in the last 12 months. It found 83% felt their workload had increased ...

http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/nhs-nearly-two-thirds-nurses-2239657

Saint Alphonsus to unveil new Life Flight helicopters

Life Flight Network , the nation's largest not-for-profit air medical transport service headquartered in Aurora, Oregon, has announced that new AgustaWestland 119Kx "Koala" medical helicopters have been placed into service at its Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center bases in Boise and Ontario.

http://www.kivitv.com/news/local/Saint-Alphonsus-to-unveil-new-Life-Flight-helicopters-221172611.html

Self-monitoring blood pressure appears to improve results

... Balk said. "Likely reasons are improved monitoring and tailored treatment of blood pressure by both the clinician or nursing staff and the patient, and increased incentives to control one's diet and increase physical activity," he said. "But these ...

http://www.msnewsnow.com/story/23057117/self-monitoring-blood-pressure-appears-to-improve-results-study-finds

Newborn overcomes incredible odds by living

Rich Abrams and Marie Massey always had the motto "never give up". They did not give up on their baby, and neither did the doctors and nurses at NYU Medical Center.

http://abclocal.go.com/wabc/story?section=news/health&id=9225220&rss=rss-wabc-article-9225220

CWA e-Newsletter: August 22, 2013

... negotiated card check neutrality with the owner Portia Shipman and successfully gained recognition for 37 certified nursing assistants and home health care workers. After two weeks, Marilyn Baird, an organizer with The North Carolina Occupational ...

http://www.cwa-union.org/news/entry/cwa_e-newsletter_august_22_2013/

Jones earns distinction

... a letter informing Jones of the award, Shannon Suttles and Maria Bunch, who jointly chair the UNCH Shared Governance Nursing Professional Development Council, wrote: "We received many wonderful nominations and were impressed by both your leadership ...

http://www.hendersondispatch.com/news/x2042204999/Jones-earns-distinction

Elizabeth A. Lawlor

... high school in 1948 and attended Villa Maria Academy in Erie, Pa. She graduated from Delaware Hospital School of Nursing in Wilmington, Del., in 1951 and worked as a school nurse for 17 years, from 1983 to 2000 at Venice Elementary School. She was ...

http://yoursun.net/sunnews/venice/veniceobits/5719726-373/sunnewspaperselizabetha.lawlor.csp

Home Interest Growing

... Farbenblum, representing VestraCare. P-J photo by Liz Skoczylas "We are putting forth an offer to purchase the nursing home, which I understand is a contentious matter," Edward Farbenblum said. "We want to introduce ourselves, who we are." The group ...

http://post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/627426/Home-Interest-Growing.html?nav=5192

Texas parents relieved after twins' separation surgery

When Dave and Jenni Ezell first found out their twin sons were conjoined, they considered terminating the pregnancy.

http://www.whas11.com/news/Texas-parents-relieved-after-twins-separation-surgery-221858181.html

Three questions with Hospice of Cincinnati CEO Sandra Lobert

... Blue Ash, Anderson Township, Westwood and Hamilton, but about 90 percent of patients are treated in their homes or nursing facilities. The grant from Bethesda Inc. and Catholic Health Initiatives is intended to help improve end-of-life care. What ...

http://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/print-edition/2013/08/30/three-questions-with-hospice-of.html

Doula for the Dying

A friend described the situation perfectly. "You are pretty much a stranger, walking into a home situation that can be so personal and vulnerable."

http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/aging-our-way/201308/doula-the-dying

Free Fertility Information Evening Event

Aug. 30, 2013 - NAMBOUR, Australia -- Affordable IVF and Fertility Solutions are hosting a "Free Fertility Information Evening" with local fertility specialists, it was announced today.

http://www.prlog.org/12202775-free-fertility-information-evening-event.html

White House to begin Obamacare promotion blitz

President Obama will be personally and actively involved in the Obamacare rollout this fall, and he'll have some high profile help.

http://www.dailykos.com/story/2013/08/30/1235097/-White-House-to-begin-Obamacare-promotion-nbsp-blitz

Rising Stars: 40 ASC Industry Leaders 40 Years or Younger

... cases per year. She has worked in the ASC industry for more than seven years, serving as OR manager and director of nursing prior to becoming an administrator. She was instrumental in starting a spine program at the center and recruiting physicians ...

http://www.beckersasc.com/lists/rising-stars-40-asc-industry-leaders-40-years-or-younger.html

Newman Regional Health Retains B. E. Smith to Recruit New CEO

... as an exemplary clinical and educational site for students and a strong relationship with Emporia State School of Nursing. Newman Regional Health is seeking a senior healthcare executive with experience leading rural or small community hospitals. ...

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/8/prweb11071553.htm

Diet Doc Medical Weight Loss Plans Issues New Advice For Patients...

The U.S. recently approved two new diet drugs that have left a questionable impression in the minds of health experts.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/quick-weight-loss/diet-drugs/prweb11072595.htm

Jewelry Television Partners With Beads of Courage

Through the Beads of Courage Program we help bring joy, give hope and honor courage of children and their families coping with cancer or other serious illnesses.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/8/prweb11072790.htm

Villages Hospice House Marks a Decade of Service to the Community

... two four-hour shifts every week, is one of 270 volunteers each month that support the doctors, certified nurses and nursing aides, social workers, chaplains, grief counselors and support staff who ensure the hospice patients and their families ...

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/8/prweb11072818.htm

Patient married in NGMC chapel

... care for patients, but this week they pulled double duty as wedding planners at Northeast Georgia Medical Center. Nursing staff and other hospital staffers pulled together the ceremony for one of their patients over a 48-hour window this week. The ...

http://www.accessnorthga.com/detail.php?n=265001

Smoke causes respiratory issues for residents

... lungs, which can cause a bronchospasm - that is basically asthma and can trigger a problem in anyone." Beth Brown, nursing director for the emergency department for Barton Memorial Hospital, said people don't breathe the ash in, just as people don't ...

http://www.tahoedailytribune.com/news/7914082-113/withers-smoke-problems-respiratory

Gentle Path at The Meadows Announces New Executive Director

... positions at The Meadows during his 12 year tenure. Benham began his career at The Meadows as an entry level nursing tech, followed by positions as a Registered Nurse, Director of Nursing, Medical Services Director, Support Services Director, ...

http://www.prweb.com/releases/TheMeadowsWickenburg/GentlePathatTheMeadows/prweb11066675.htm

Health Digest: American Cancer Society moves to new office in Bakersfield

After more than 30 years at 1523 California Ave., the organization recently moved to an office at 1831 Truxtun Ave. Suite 150.

http://www.bakersfieldcalifornian.com/health/x1612516849/Health-Digest-American-Cancer-Society-moves-to-new-office-in-Bakersfield

TMCC to Expand Nursing Program

The nursing program at Truckee Meadows Community College got a $2 million boost Thursday, thanks to a donation from the Redfield Foundation.

http://www.ktvn.com/story/23295181/tmcc-to-expand-nursing-program

Pretty Mommies Announces a National Sales Campaign with UBS Aesthetics

... practices throughout the country. Pretty Mommies offers a safe, all natural and highly effective pregnancy and nursing skin care line. Their mission is to provide education and superior products and customer service to the maternity market. Since ...

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/8/prweb11072758.htm

Stephanie Hernandez and her children Goodell, IA

"It was very hectic at the hospital as soon as we got there they pretty much torn my kids away from me.

http://www.kimt.com/2013/08/29/parents-react-to-their-kids-in-hospital/

5 Ways Hospitals Can Improve Patient Education

Use the teach-back method to ensure that your patient truly understands their diagnostic test, surgical procedure, discharge instructions or medication directions.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/HospitalPatientEducation/NucleusMedicalMedia/prweb11072585.htm

For more than 40 years Nonotuck Resource Associates has helped transform the lives

... Harwich. A certified phlebotomist, Foster, a Webster resident, is currently enrolled in the bachelors of science in nursing program at UMass-Dartmouth. "There's a reason it's called 'healthcare' because a patient's health is generally determined by ...

http://www.prlog.org/12202197-for-more-than-40-years-nonotuck-resource-associates-has-helped-transform-the-lives.html

Franklin County's Faye Gaugler wins state award for nurse educators

... to provide the best possible care. After 25 years in Franklin County Career and Technology Center's practical nursing program, Gaugler is the Pennsylvania Association of Practical Nursing Administrator's 2013 Nurse Educator of the Year. "She should ...

http://www.publicopiniononline.com/news/ci_23976283/franklin-countys-faye-gaugler-wins-state-award-nurse?source=rss

What role do nurses play in patient independence?

According to a new study published in the International Journal of Nursing Studies, nurses have an impact on the independence of older patients, even after they are discharged.

http://soundmedicine.iu.edu/segment/3777/What-role-do-nurses-play-in-patient-independence-

America's other drug problem: prescriptions not taken

America has a serious drug problem, but it's not the one you might be thinking about.

http://www.leader-call.net/14539/1799/onlinefeature/18840/americas-other-drug-problem-prescriptions-not-taken

The seven hopefuls in Wannon

There is now just over a week until voters in the seat of Wannon go to the polls with seven candidates to choose from on September 7. The Coalition's Dan Tehan is looking to the retain the seat he inherited at the 2010 election, while Labor, The Greens, Australian Christians', Family First, Australian Sex Party and Palmer's United Party have all ... (more)

http://www.araratadvertiser.com.au/story/1741861/the-seven-hopefuls-in-wannon/?src=rss

Back to school: school nurses lead way to healthy year

... shifting toward a community-based approach to health," says Dr. Bonnie Saucier, president of Chamberlain College of Nursing 's Tinley Park, Ill. campus. "Community health centers, clinics and schools all play an important role in keeping the ...

http://www.leader-call.net/14523/1799/onlinefeature/17966/back-to-school-school-nurses-lead-way-to-healthy-year

Surgical Center Placed On Probation, Fined

A Westport surgery center, where rusty equipment and a broken fire alarm system were found by inspectors earlier this year, has been placed on probation for two years and fined $7,500 by the state Department of Public Health .

http://www.newstimes.com/local/article/Surgical-Center-Placed-On-Probation-Fined-4772557.php

Hospital Association of San Diego and Imperial Counties Urges...

... session draws to a close, local hospital leaders are urging lawmakers to protect access to hospital-based skilled-nursing care by reversing draconian Medi-Cal cuts. Earlier this month, the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) ...

http://www.sys-con.com/node/2773804

Thank you to everyone who supported family

Thank you for the 23 years at Affectionate Arms Daycare; the Citizen's Medical Center third-floor nurses, especially Shannon, Marissa and Matt; the Santa Cruz family of Guadalajara Restaurant for its support and generosity; Faith Academy staff, especially Mr. Long and Dr. Royael for their prayers; Faith Family Church members for their prayers, ... (more)

http://m.victoriaadvocate.com/news/2013/aug/29/vp_ltr_neinast_082513_218390/

Naracoorte Health Service welcomes new medical trolley

Naracoorte Health Service registered nurse Jayne Waters , Lucindale Lions Club treasurer/secretary Mike Waters and clinical nurse Karen Clothier with the new paediatric trolley.

http://www.naracoorteherald.com.au/story/1742014/naracoorte-health-service-welcomes-new-medical-trolley/?src=rss

Hilda Reece

... for others and held various positions in the health care profession. She began her career as a cook, was a certified nursing assistant and also worked in social work. Hilda was indeed an Atlanta Braves fan, loved flowers and enjoyed working in her ...

http://themountaineer.villagesoup.com/p/hilda-reece/1049679

UC Davis will expand its ocean institute, add a new marine sciences major

... ence are the colleges. Education, Law, Management, Medicine, Veterinary Medicine and the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing are the professional schools.

http://www.examiner.com/article/uc-davis-will-expand-its-ocean-institute-add-a-new-marine-sciences-major?cid=rss

St. Jude: Doctors and Nurses

"You're there with them through the very hardest times that any parent should have to go through, it's unimaginable, to the joyful times when you see the parents cry and laugh and you just hug them like they're your own family," said Leigh Brandon, a nurse at St. Jude.

http://www.wbko.com/home/headlines/St-Jude-Doctors-and-Nurses-221719161.html

Union representing two San Bernardino hospitals says ground-breaking agreement reached

SAN BERNARDINO >> Some 12,000 nurses employed by Dignity Health - which owns two San Bernardino hospitals - have reached a tentative collective bargaining agreement, which union representatives call ground-breaking.

http://www.sbsun.com/health/20130829/union-representing-two-san-bernardino-hospitals-says-ground-breaking-agreement-reached

Brockville hospital denies any wrongdoing in $15M lawsuit

... fact they knew he was allergic to the drug. "At all material times, the hospital provided reasonable hospital and nursing care to the patient," the court document reads. "The hospital denies that there was any breach of duty, want of care, or ...

http://www.ottawacitizen.com/health/Brockville+hospital+denies+wrongdoing+lawsuit/8849469/story.html

Mercy celebrates new orthopedic hospital

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. Mercy Springfield cut a ribbon and held an open house on Thursday for its new 48-bed orthopedic hospital.

http://www.ky3.com/news/ky3-mercy-orthopedic-hospital-ribboncutting-20130829,0,5651249.story?track=rss

Hospital trial shows new mums happy but staff unsure

The new model of care separated nursing from midwifery and allowed pregnant women to nominate a caseload midwife to look after her, rather than telling her story to one nurse after another.

http://www.abc.net.au/local/audio/2013/08/29/3836897.htm

Bradley Healthcare looks at new QAPI - Sassessment tool

... Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement. The new assessment and regulatory tool outlines what is expected of nursing facilities at both the state and federal level. "A lot of this stuff is good," Burtnett said. "But what they have actually ...

http://www.clevelandbanner.com/view/full_story/23475691/article-Bradley-Healthcare-looks-at--new-QAPI%E2%80%88assessment-tool-?instance=latest_articles

David Hockney's assistant died after drinking sulphuric acid, inquest heard

David Hockney's assitant Dominic Elliott died after drinking concentrated sulphuric acid while the artist slept at his Bridlington home, an inquest has heard.

http://www.driffieldtoday.co.uk/news/local/david-hockney-s-assistant-died-after-drinking-sulphuric-acid-inquest-heard-1-5994879

Orlando Health workers meet to discuss forming union

Nearly 150 frustrated Orlando Health workers met Thursday afternoon to discuss forming a union.

http://www.orlandosentinel.com/health/os-orlando-health-union-20130829,0,5126829.story

Joud Boutique offers new way to give

People attend the opening of JOUD boutique by the Children's Cancer Center of Lebanon in Beirut, Thursday, Aug. 29, 2013.

http://www.dailystar.com.lb/News/Lebanon-News/2013/Aug-30/229264-joud-boutique-offers-new-way-to-give.ashx

Ventura nursing program receives national accreditation

... most important (effect) is that students know they graduated from a program that has met the highest standards for nursing education nationally," said Sandra Melton, director of the nursing program. Accreditation also allows the program to apply for ...

http://www.vcstar.com/news/2013/aug/29/ventura-nursing-program-receives-national/?partner=RSS

Victoria mom delivers nine-pound baby in van on way to the hospital

Justin Ramsay and Katelynn McHaffie, with son Jack, were all smiles Wednesday, two days after baby Jocelyn was born in her great-grandma's van.

http://www.vancouversun.com/life/Victoria+delivers+nine+pound+baby+hospital/8849706/story.html

Us CG awards certificates to nurse aids

... The graduates, women from the rural areas near the hospital, completed 9 months of intensive training in basic nursing skills and are now qualified for jobs as nurse assistants. Dodman observed there is only one nurse per two doctors in Pakistan, ...

http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2013\08\30\story_30-8-2013_pg12_8

Therapy dog helps cancer patients

... and has been cancer free for almost five years. But the experience left Fournier, who teaches community health nursing at USM with a desire to give back. After adopting Deagan, they both went through training and started making the rounds -- giving ...

http://www.wcsh6.com/rss/article/255022/2/Therapy-dog-helps-cancer-patients

How Medicare covers ambulance services

... Part B (medical insurance) covers ambulance services to or from a hospital, critical-access hospital, or skilled nursing facility only when other transportation could endanger your health. In some cases, Medicare may cover ambulance services from ...

http://www.redwoodtimes.com/health/ci_23955369/how-medicare-covers-ambulance-services?source=most_emailed

Researchers find link between blueberries, grapes and apples and reduced risk of type 2 diabetes

Eating more whole fruits, particularly blueberries, grapes and apples, is associated with a lower risk of type 2 diabetes, with greater fruit juice consumption having an adverse effect, a paper published today in BMJ suggests.

http://medicalxpress.com/news/2013-08-link-blueberries-grapes-apples-diabetes.html

Eating whole fruits linked to lower risk of Type 2 diabetes

Eating more whole fruits, particularly blueberries, grapes, and apples, was significantly associated with a lower risk of type 2 diabetes, according to a new study led by Harvard School of Public Health researchers.

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2013-08/hsop-ewf082613.php

Security called housekeeping after man in ER threw up; didn't notify nurses

Brian Sinclair is shown in a screengrab from surveillance footage of his time at the Winnipeg Health Sciences Centre in September, 2008.

http://www.brandonsun.com/lifestyles/breaking-news/security-called-housekeeping-after-man-in-er-threw-up-but-no-one-spoke-to-him-221647041.html?

Postnatal depression? New mum Jill Foster felt a useless mum to twin girls born premature

Last month, during our glorious heatwave, something miraculous happened in my garden.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2406098/Postnatal-depression-New-mum-Jill-Foster-felt-useless-mum-twin-girls-born-premature.html?ITO=1490&ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490

Housekeeping, but not nurses, called after Brian Sinclair threw up in the Winnpeg ER where he died

A man who died during a lengthy wait in a hospital emergency room vomited on the floor during his final hours, but a security guard on duty said he assumed Brian Sinclair was intoxicated and "sleeping it off."

http://news.nationalpost.com/2013/08/29/housekeeping-but-not-nurses-called-after-brian-sinclair-threw-up-in-the-winnpeg-er-where-he-died/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+NP_Top_Stories+%28National+Post+-+Top+Stories%29

Conjoined Twins are Successfully...

Conjoined boys Emmett, left and Owen Ezell are shown in this undated photo at Medical City Children's Hospital in Dallas.

http://abcnews.go.com/Health/conjoined-twins-successfully-separated-dallas/story?id=20109355

Father and son ride coast to coast for charity

... think that taking a life from another person is respectable at all." Tiffany Henderickson, a freshman studying nursing and a family friend of the Quicks, said she is confident that Quick will be able to make the journey. "I know he will, because ...

http://www.wsusignpost.com/2013/08/29/father-and-son-ride-coast-to-coast-for-charity-37298

Rand Paul Compares EBT And Health Care To Slavery

In a National Review profile focused on his past life as an ophthalmologist and all of the pro-bono work performed over the years, Sen. Rand Paul offered yet another peculiar view of the government's responsibility to its most impoverished citizens.

http://newsone.com/2703605/rand-paul-food-stamps/

Rand Paul Compares EBT And Health Care To Slavery

In a National Review profile focused on his past life as an ophthalmologist and all of the pro-bono work performed over the years, Sen. Rand Paul offered yet another peculiar view of the government's responsibility to its most impoverished citizens.

http://thebuzzcincy.com/1586501/rand-paul-compares-ebt-and-health-care-to-slavery/

Health science center provides vaccines to students in need

Seventh-grade students at Fort Worth's Morningside Middle School clenched their teeth, closed their eyes and held their breath while receiving free immunizations Thursday morning.

http://www.star-telegram.com/2013/08/29/5119525/health-science-center-provides.html

School-age Drinking Increases Breast Cancer Risk

Here's a sobering fact for millions of young women heading back to school: The more alcohol they drink before motherhood, the greater their risk of future breast cancer.

http://www.biosciencetechnology.com/news/2013/08/school-age-drinking-increases-breast-cancer-risk

Liberty Village recives National Accreditation

Liberty Village of Pittsfield has received accreditation for 2013 as a skilled nursing facility actively performing Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement activities.

http://pikepress.com/liberty-village-recives-national-accreditation-p9552-1.htm

Study: Doctors don't wash hands properly 40% of the time

A study found doctors in several countries do not wash their hands properly 40 percent of the time, World Health Organization officials in Switzerland say.

http://www.upi.com/Health_News/2013/08/28/Study-Doctors-dont-wash-hands-properly-40-of-the-time/UPI-91061377740214/

Lawmakers To Hear Latest Offer F...

Chautauqua County Executive Greg Edwards confirmed Wednesday that a $16.5 million offer for the Dunkirk skilled nursing facility has been made.

http://post-journal.com/page/content.detail/id/627387/Lawmakers-To-Hear-Latest-Offer-F---.html

Role of Midwives in Improving Maternal and Child Health in Afghanistan

Midwives are an integral and inseparable component of the health care delivery system.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/aziz-baig/afghanistan-midwives_b_3824289.html

School-Age Drinking Increases Breast Cancer Riska a a a a a

That's according to new research from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis that, for the first time, links increased breast cancer risk to drinking between early adolescence and first full-term pregnancy.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/08/130828172649.htm

CORONA: Hospital CEO resigns, effective immediately

Kevan Metcalfe, CEO and managing director of Corona Regional Medical Center, has resigned, the hospital's parent company announced Wednesday, Aug. 28. Metcalfe, 58, became CEO of the 160-bed acute care hospital and its rehabilitation facility in August 2010.

http://www.pe.com/local-news/riverside-county/corona/corona-headlines-index/20130828-corona-hospital-ceo-resigns-effective-immediately.ece

Ramsay set to further grow Asian presence

... in those and other markets. The joint venture combines Sime Darby's Malaysian assets - three hospitals and a nursing and health sciences college - with Ramsay's three indonesian hospitals. Ramsay Health Care on Thursday booked a net profit of $266.4 ...

http://au.news.yahoo.com/thewest/business/a/-/national/18702571/ramsay-set-to-further-grow-asian-presence/

Bacterial outbreak at Langley Memorial Hospital

The Fraser Health Authority announced the outbreak in the 4-south medicine unit online, saying a halt to admissions and transfers has been ordered unless "medically warranted."

http://www.langleytimes.com/news/221518941.html

Decibel devil: boom goes the firecracker norm

High-decibel firecrackers that were banned in the state even a few days ago are set to rule once again during the coming festive season The National Green Tribunal has ordered relaxation of the firecracker noise norm in Bengal from 90 decibel at 5 metres from the source to the less stringent central standard of 125 decibel at 4 metres from the ... (more)

http://www.telegraphindia.com/1130829/jsp/calcutta/story_17271527.jsp

Steve Duin: That healing touch at PeaceHealth

And as we reflect on that decision, let's not forget the mission statement that is strategically parked on the Catholic healthcare provider's website and atop its annual filing with the Internal Revenue Service: "PeaceHealth carries on the healing mission of Jesus Christ by promoting personal and community health, relieving pain and suffering, and ... (more)

http://www.oregonlive.com/news/oregonian/steve_duin/index.ssf/2013/08/steve_duin_that_healing_touch.html

Canadian researchers find success in using electronic monitoring to remind nurses to wash their hands

... of the 8.9 times per hour they should have done so, a paper just published in the journal Computers, Informatics, Nursing indicated. After the reminder function was turned on, the compliance jumped to 6.6 hand washings out of a potential 9.6 per ...

http://news.nationalpost.com/2013/08/28/canadian-researchers-find-success-in-using-electronic-monitoring-to-remind-nurses-to-wash-their-hands/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+NP_Top_Stories+%28National+Post+-+Top+Stories%29

Winnipeg nurses believed guard was joking about dead man, Sinclair inquest told

Brian Sinclair, top right in wheelchair, is shown in a screengrab from surveillance footage of his time at the Winnipeg Health Sciences Centre in September, 2008.

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/winnipeg-nurses-believed-guard-was-joking-about-dead-man-sinclair-inquest-told/article14016559/?cmpid=rss1

SonoSim Personal Solution for Mac OSX Now Available

SonoSim, Inc., developers of the groundbreaking SonoSim Ultrasound Training Solution, announced today that its Personal Solution is now available for Mac OSX users.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/8/prweb11064366.htm

Grimes: Obamacare has chance to be historic

The small newspaper company I've run since 1969 has had as many as 60 employees and as few as five.

http://onlineathens.com/opinion/2013-08-28/grimes-obamacare-has-chance-be-historic

Dover-Foxcroft's Stroud eyes leading role at Husson after three years at UMaine

After spending three seasons as the third-string quarterback at the University of Maine, the former Foxcroft Academy star knew he would probably have to watch from the sidelines for a fourth year.

http://bangordailynews.com/2013/08/28/sports/dover-foxcrofts-stroud-eyes-leading-role-at-husson-after-three-years-at-umaine/

Bringing Home Baby #2- What they don't tell you and what I've learned

... harsh to make such a statement, but if I'm being true to myself and really expressing the thoughts I've had while nursing and pumping, pumping and nursing- it is usually, "this sucks." Much of the awe and beauty of the moment wore off with my first ...

http://m.blogher.com/bringing-home-baby-2-what-they-dont-tell-you-and-what-ive-learned-so-far

Tatiana Maslany on the set of Parks and Recreation

... doctors too. True story. female doctors look equally as douchey. but then again nurses can also be assholes. /nursing student, have experienced many species of douche in the hospital she's wearing anne's color of scrubs anyways, which is what tipped ...

http://ohnotheydidnt.livejournal.com/81014438.html

Christus Spohn Beeville Renovating Emergency Department

The Emergency Department at Christus Spohn Hospital in Beeville is undergoing major renovations to improve patient flow.

http://www.kiiitv.com/story/23282739/christus-spohn-beeville-renovating-emergency-department

Interns' strike pain for patients

The regular check-up of patients at the emergency ward of Anugrah Narayan Medical College and Hospital was badly hit for the third consecutive day owing to the strike by interns since Monday evening.

http://www.telegraphindia.com/1130829/jsp/bihar/story_17283988.jsp

Federal cuts could worsen doctor shortage

There are not enough doctors to take care of Americans. But some say cuts in the federal budget could make that worse.

http://abclocal.go.com/wpvi/story?section=news/health&id=9220595&rss=rss-wpvi-article-9220595

Kindred expanding care-management offerings

Western Reserve is a physician-led, primary-care practice that offers care in home-based settings such as assisted- and independent-living facilities and in homes, according to a news release.

http://www.bizjournals.com/louisville/blog/health-care/2013/08/kindred-expanding-care-management.html?ana=RSS&s=article_search&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+vertical_38+%28Health+Care+Regulation+Industry+News%29

New sensory machines help kids cope at children's hospital

LEE COUNTY, Fla.- There's a new tool helping patients cope with pain at the Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida.

http://www.winknews.com/Local-Florida/2013-08-28/New-sensory-machines-help-kids-cope-at-childrens-hospital

Back to school: school nurses lead way to healthy year

... shifting toward a community-based approach to health," says Dr. Bonnie Saucier, president of Chamberlain College of Nursing 's Tinley Park, Ill. campus. "Community health centers, clinics and schools all play an important role in keeping the ...

http://www.leader-call.net/14547/1799/onlinefeature/16730/back-to-school-school-nurses-lead-way-to-healthy-year

Ophthalmic Technician

TBD High volume sub specialty ophthalmology practice searching for a qualified applicant to offer the finest quality patient care.

http://www.revophth.com/jobs/jobdetails/id/5599/

Virginia Western Community College opens $26 million structure

... new Center for Science and Health Professions will provide more space and updated technology for courses, including nursing, dental hygiene and basic lab sciences, some of the college's fastest-growing areas of study. The new space will mimic what ...

http://www.universitybusiness.com/news/virginia-western-community-college-opens-26-million-structure

Tele-Health Carts, Servers, and Monitoring Worldwide, 2012 to 2018

DUBLIN, August 28, 2013 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Research and Markets has announced the addition of a new report "Tele-Health Carts, Servers, and Monitoring: Market Shares, Strategies, and Forecasts, Worldwide, 2012 to 2018" to their offering.

http://it.tmcnet.com/news/2013/08/28/7372739.htm

Could how much you drink in your teens and 20s increase your breast cancer risk? Yes, study says

Drinking alcohol before the first pregnancy is associated with an increased risk of benign breast disease and breast cancer , according to a new study published today in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute.

http://www.cleveland.com/healthfit/index.ssf/2013/08/could_how_much_you_drink_in_yo.html

Do you really know who is providing your medical care?

Whether you're being treated for a minor injury or undergoing major surgery, it's likely you'll encounter not just one, but a team of health care professionals.

http://www.leader-call.net/14539/1799/onlinefeature/17675/do-you-really-know-who-is-providing-your-medical-care

Iowa board hears views on abortion pill system

The organization says it has received no patient complaints about the video conferencing system, which has been dispensing pills in Iowa since 2008 - including at least 3,000 since 2010.

http://www.ledger-enquirer.com/2013/08/28/2657861/state-board-to-hear-views-on-abortion.html#storylink=rss

Lindsey Branch and Travis Gold to wed September 21

... She is a 2010 graduate of Jeff Davis High School and graduated from Altamaha Technical College in 2012 with a nursing degree. She is presently employed by Wayne Memorial Hospital. The future groom is the maternal grandson of the late Lamar Waters ...

http://www.baxleynewsbanner.com/archives/5211-Lindsey-Branch-and-Travis-Gold-to-wed-September-21.html

Urban Zen Initiative Brings Alternative Therapies to Southampton Hospital

... modalities," says Halweil. "It's not about one or the other [western medicine and alternative practices]. I want nursing care, and I want this along with it. And I have not had any sort of resistance to a program like this." Halweil remembers when ...

http://sagharboronline.com/sagharborexpress/page-1/urban-zen-initiative-brings-alternative-therapies-to-southampton-hospital-25217

Cancer link to pre-baby drinking

The new research, based on findings from 91,000 women aged 15 to 40, found an additional link with alcohol intake between the start of menstrual periods and first pregnancy.

http://www.thisisguernsey.com/news/uk-news/2013/08/28/cancer-link-to-pre-baby-drinking/

The Breastfeeding Chronicles: I'm Ready To Wean My 2-Year-Old

... small (6 pounds, 11 ounces). We saw a lactation consultant at the hospital, but it turns out that what I thought was nursing wasn't, really. He was just kind of fumbling around for a while. They recalled us to the hospital after a day and a half, ...

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/08/28/breastfeeding-2-year-old_n_3804952.html

Water symbolizes nurses commitment to care

... for nurses their hands are the symbols of their commitment to care. For the 9th year the Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing held it's Commitment to Care ceremony. More than 300 nursing students and teachers came together to celebrate their ...

http://www.connecttristates.com/news/story.aspx?id=939790

Breastfeeding moms: Tips for long-term success

... with a certified lactation consultant or join a support organization like La Leche League International or the Nursing Mothers' Council. Your local Women, Infants and Children (WIC) office can also provide excellent breastfeeding support. A few ...

http://www.leader-call.net/14523/1799/onlinefeature/16713/breastfeeding-moms-tips-for-longterm-success

Jackson trustees adopt $1.5 billion budget for 2014

After two years of struggling to contain a financial crisis, leaders of Miami-Dade's public hospital system adopted a budget for 2014 on Friday that invests in hiring more physicians and nurses, upgrading electronic health records and improving patient outcomes - all helping to position Jackson Health System for epic changes coming with federal ... (more)

http://www.miamiherald.com/2013/08/23/3581985/jackson-trustees-adopt-15-billion.html

Hospital adopts color-coded uniforms helping patients better identify staff

... help patients and their visitors more easily identify the healthcare professionals caring for them. The facility's Nursing Professional Development Council spearheaded the changes to the current policy. With the new policy, each department involved ...

http://www.southwesttimes.com/2013/08/hospital-adopts-color-coded-uniforms-helping-patients-better-identify-staff/

Parkland improves hiring, increases staffing levels

... s. The hospital was required to staff up after state and federal inspections more than two years ago revealed severe nursing and other staff shortages were leading to inferior patient care.

http://www.bizjournals.com/dallas/news/2013/08/28/parkland-improves-hiring-increases.html?ana=RSS&s=article_search&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+vertical_35+%28Hospital+Industry+News%29

Ophthalmic Technician

TBD High volume sub specialty ophthalmology practice searching for a qualified applicant to offer the finest quality patient care.

http://www.visionmonday.com/Jobs/JobDetails/tabid/465/Default.aspx?id=5599

School-age drinking increases breast cancer risk

That's according to new research from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis that, for the first time, links increased breast cancer risk to drinking between early adolescence and first full-term pregnancy.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/08/130828172649.htm?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+sciencedaily%2Fhealth_medicine%2Fpregnancy_and_childbirth+%28ScienceDaily%3A+Health+%26+Medicine+News+--+Pregnancy+and+Childbirth%29

Help at hand for more families

A donation from Uncle Tobys to build a children's counselling room has topped off a purple patch for Corowa's Amaranth Foundation.

http://www.bordermail.com.au/story/1738860/help-at-hand-for-more-families/?src=rss

Nurses in Winnipeg ER thought guard was joking when he said patient had died

Brian Sinclair, in wheelchair at top right, is shown in a screengrab from security footage at the Winnipeg Health Sciences Centre in September 2008.

http://www.theprovince.com/health/Nurses+thought+guard+joking+when+said+patient+died/8844198/story.html

Kindred Healthcare Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire Cleveland,...

... which features two transitional care ("TC") hospitals (certified as long-term acute care ("LTAC") hospitals), three nursing and rehabilitation centers, one co-located hospital-based sub-acute unit, two assisted living facilities and two home health ...

http://technews.tmcnet.com/news/2013/08/28/7372964.htm

KershawHealth looking to fix financial issues after investigation

During a closed-door session of the Aug. 1 KershawHealth board meeting, the board agreed to let hospital CEO Donnie Weeks walk away from his contract more than two years early.

http://www.wistv.com/story/23281100/hospital-ceo-given-524000-contract-buyout-2-years-early

Medical Names and Faces

... working with the administration of two hospitals and a Fortune 500 company. DiPentima received her diploma in nursing from Citizen's General Hospital School of Nursing in New Kensington, Pa., associate of arts degree, magna cum laude from Community ...

http://www.seacoastonline.com/articles/20130825-LIFE-308250315

Giant fire near Yosemite prompts unhealthy air warnings in Nevada

... a "slight increase" in emergency room visits as a result of the smoke, said Jennifer Allen, the hospital's clinical nursing supervisor. "Patients are experiencing shortness of breath, eye and throat irritation, cough and headache due to the heavy ...

http://www.reporterherald.com/ci_23962854/giant-fire-near-yosemite-prompts-unhealthy-air-warnings

CGTC Expands Healthcare Programs to Meet Demand

He saw the opportunity for steadier work and pursuing a passion for nursing at Central Georgia Technical College's Warner Robins campus.

http://warnerrobins.13wmaz.com/news/families/153392-cgtc-expands-healthcare-programs-meet-demand

Rising Stars: 40 ASC Industry Leaders 40 Years or Younger

... cases per year. She has worked in the ASC industry for more than seven years, serving as OR manager and director of nursing prior to becoming an administrator. She was instrumental in starting a spine program at the center and recruiting physicians ...

http://www.beckersasc.com/lists/rising-stars-40-asc-industry-leaders-40-years-or-younger.html

Providers, public urge Medicaid expansion in N.H.

Health care providers and members of the public are urging a special commission to recommend expanding Medicaid in New Hampshire.

http://www.seacoastonline.com/articles/20130827-NEWS-130829776

Scarborough church and healthcare union rally to help family left homeless by house fire

... to school supplies, food and clothing would be most appreciated. . The union's members work in hospitals, home care, nursing and retirement homes and community services throughout the province. SEIU Healthcare has a strong track record of improving ...

http://www.newswire.ca/en/story/1216519/scarborough-church-and-healthcare-union-rally-to-help-family-left-homeless-by-house-fire

Ruggers make a special visit to children's hospital

Fiji sevens rep Mosese Saunivanua carries a young patient during the team's visit to the CWM Hospital Children's Ward in Suva yesterday.

http://www.fijitimes.com/story.aspx?id=244051

Dignity Health, CNA reach tentative deal on contract for 11,700 RNs

Dignity Health and the California Nurses Association have reached a tentative agreement on a four-year contract covering 11,700 registered nurses in California and Nevada, the San Francisco-based health care system said late Tuesday.

http://www.bizjournals.com/sanfrancisco/blog/2013/08/dignity-health-cna-reach-tentative.html?ana=RSS&s=article_search&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+bizj_national+%28Bizjournals+National+Feed%29

Corporate Whistleblower Center Launches A New Initiative Focused On...

... facility. However, the Corporate Whistleblower Center needs to emphasize, it can be any type of medical facility, nursing home, skilled nursing facility, or hospital. If Medicare is being improperly billed, the Corporate Whistleblower Center wants ...

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/8/prweb11036465.htm

Barcodes Reduce Medication Errors in Emergency Departments

... technology across their entire care systems, it's important to carefully coordinate across pharmacy, physicians and nursing to ensure success," said Moffatt-Bruce.

http://www.healthnewsdigest.com/news/National_30/Barcodes-Reduce-Medication-Errors-in-Emergency-Departments.shtml

OP-ED: Thoughts for Labor Day

As we battle to put Americans to work, stimulate the nation's economy and rebuild our manufacturing base, there is much to be grateful for.

http://www.huntingtonnews.net/70731

Leading Geriatric House Call Practice, Schuylkill Medical Associates, ...

... management, pain management, preventative care, end of life care, and ongoing communication with families and nursing. More information for families and potential new patients seeking in-home health care can be found at http://www.smahousecalls.com ...

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/8/prweb11058382.htm

SLCC: Needs financial help to meet workforce needs

... said. The college recently announced a new program where students can earn an associate's degree in registered nursing. The program will start in the fall at the Lafayette campus. One community member questioned the location of the program. "It ...

http://theadvocate.com/home/6892318-125/slcc-needs-financial-help-to

Can You Still Succeed If You're Being "Eggy?" - Part 3

In Part 1 of this 5 part blog series about manifesting your dreams in a more feminine way, I discussed how pushing/ striving/ working your ass off - being "spermy" - isn't always the most joyful or most effective way to operate when you're trying to bring a desire into being.

http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/owning-pink/201308/can-you-still-succeed-if-you-re-being-eggy-part-3

California legislature approves non-physician abortions

Remember, of course, that this is all about women's health . California already allows non-physicians to administer drug-induced abortions, but the state legislature has now passed a new law that clears nurses, physician assistants, and midwives to perform suction abortions in the first trimester: Nurse practitioners, certified nurse midwives and ... (more)

http://hotair.com/archives/2013/08/27/california-legislature-approves-non-physician-abortions/

Disease leads patient to form extended family

David Moseley had never needed special medical attention. He'd never needed MRIs or other medical tests.

http://lubbockonline.com/local-news/2013-08-27/disease-leads-patient-form-extended-family

Vocera Unveils Key Secure Messaging Platform Enhancements

SAN JOSE, Calif., Aug. 27, 2013 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Vocera Communications, Inc. , the leading provider of integrated, intelligent communication solutions for mission-critical environments in healthcare, hospitality, energy, retail and other mobile work environments, today announced significant enhancements to its secure messaging platform.

http://it.tmcnet.com/news/2013/08/27/7369922.htm

Two $1M donations kick off capital campaign for Queen's West hospital campus

The James and Abigail Campbell Family Foundation and the family of the founder of Foodland Super Market Ltd. have each given $1 million to The Queen's Medical Center for construction of its West Oahu hospital campus at the site of the former Hawaii Medical Center West, seen in this undated file photo.

http://www.bizjournals.com/pacific/news/2013/08/27/two-1m-donations-kick-off-capital.html?ana=RSS&s=article_search&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+bizj_national+%28Bizjournals+National+Feed%29

Pathways Pharmacist Denise Schoenberger Honored for Healthcare...

... PATH is an innovative medication management program where a pharmacist makes house calls as part of a home health nursing team that provides patient care from hospital to home. Denise Schoenberger, a clinical pharmacist at Pathways Home Health & ...

http://www.prweb.com/releases/DeniseSchoenberger/Pharmacist/prweb11063968.htm

Sonia home after

New Delhi, Aug 27: Congress president Sonia Gandhi, who went to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences after she felt some uneasiness last night, left the hospital at 1.30am after doctors found no reason to keep her there.

http://www.telegraphindia.com/1130828/jsp/nation/story_17282017.jsp

Bon Secours New York Health System Announces Appointment of Joanne...

Bon Secours New York Health System announces the appointment of Joanne Smith, MS, RN, CPHRM, HEM, to Director of Risk Management, Quality Improvement, and Corporate Responsibility at Schervier Nursing Care Center, located in the Riverdale section of The Bronx.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/8/prweb11063226.htm

Myrtle M. Bauman

She had been a resident of the Burlington area since 1954. On Jan. 17, 1942, she married Robert Lee Nofrey in St. Charles, Mo.

http://lab.southernlakesnewspapers.com/?p=10900

Gumper receives scholarship from Hermann Hospital Auxiliary

... Area District Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship. She plans are to attend the University of Missouri and major in nursing. Her goal are to graduate with a bachelors in nursing with an emphasis in pediatric oncology. "Someday I hope to work with children ...

http://www.hermannadvertisercourier.com/?p=6521

Helping Alzheimer's patients out of hospital

... - he stopped eating - the transition out was much easier with the BSO support, Pinard said, and the nurses in the nursing home also learned how to read Bruno's behavioural cues. Just taking an extra five minutes to talk Bruno through something was ...

http://blogs.windsorstar.com/2013/08/27/helping-alzheimers-patients-out-of-hospital/

Lifestyle changes, not weight loss, is key to kid's health

... of adolescents between the ages of 12 and 19 are overweight or obese. However, according by a new UCLA School of Nursing study, if your child is overweight, it is more important that he or she leads a healthy lifestyle rather than losing weight. The ...

http://www.examiner.com/article/lifestyle-changes-not-weight-loss-is-key-to-kid-s-health

Vocera Unveils Key Secure Messaging Platform Enhancements

August 27, 2013 - Vocera Communications, Inc. , the leading provider of integrated, intelligent communication solutions for mission-critical environments in healthcare, hospitality, energy, retail and other mobile work environments, today announced significant enhancements to its secure messaging platform.

http://www.pressreleasepoint.com/vocera-unveils-key-secure-messaging-platform-enhancements

PPP's MPA assures to increase stipends of midwives

... views while addressing a seminar, Community Midwives: Handling Motherhood with Care, organised by MNCH and Pakistan Nursing Council in collaboration with Technical Resource Facility and Research and Advocacy Fund. MPA said one midwife is catering ...

http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2013\08\28\story_28-8-2013_pg12_11

Neb. officials commend nurses after hospital fire

Fire officials have commended the nursing staff at a Scottsbluff hospital for putting out a minor fire and keeping patients calm.

http://www.klkntv.com/story/23271885/neb-officials-commend-nurses-after-hospital-fire

Grant obtained to renovate Fort Washakie Health Center; Arapahoe...

A project to remodel and update the century-old Indian Health Service Fort Washakie Health Center has been funded with a $1.1 million Community Development Block Grant with additional funding from the IHS.

http://county10.com/2013/08/27/grant-obtained-to-renovate-fort-washakie-health-center-arapahoe-clinics-grand-opening-set-sept-12th/

Employ More Nurses Says NZ First

... public hospitals and aged care facilities, claims New Zealand First Health spokesperson, Barbara Stewart. She says nursing graduates are looking for jobs while nurses in hospitals and aged-care facilities are coming under more pressure and sometimes ...

http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA1308/S00447/employ-more-nurses-says-nz-first.htm

Doctor exam through use of robot

Technology is changing everything and it is changing the way we interact with doctors.

http://www.heartlandconnection.com/entertainment/story.aspx?id=938850

200,000 patients can't get pain relief

Access to palliative care remains low in Uganda, even though the number of people with terminal ailments continues to grow.

http://www.monitor.co.ug/News/National/200+000+patients+can+t+get+pain+relief/-/688334/1970386/-/owvdlg/-/index.html

America's other drug problem: prescriptions not taken

America has a serious drug problem, but it's not the one you might be thinking about.

http://www.leader-call.net/14563/1799/onlinefeature/16491/americas-other-drug-problem-prescriptions-not-taken

Back to school: school nurses lead way to healthy year

... shifting toward a community-based approach to health," says Dr. Bonnie Saucier, president of Chamberlain College of Nursing 's Tinley Park, Ill. campus. "Community health centers, clinics and schools all play an important role in keeping the ...

http://www.leader-call.net/14547/1799/onlinefeature/15677/back-to-school-school-nurses-lead-way-to-healthy-year

Family forced to feed dying gran Ice Lollies to keep her hydrated in hospital

... room. She could have had a peaceful release, she could have said goodbye to her grandchildren." The trust's chief nursing officer Helen A Blanchard has since contacted Tracey. She said: "We would like to repeat our offer of a sincere apology to Mrs ...

http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/family-forced-feed-dying-gran-2231115

Sonia is well and stable, says ...

New Delhi: Congress president Sonia Gandhi , taken to a hospital on Monday night after taking ill in parliament, "is perfectly all right and stable", the party said yesterday.

http://thepeninsulaqatar.com/india/250616-sonia-is-well-and-stable-says-party.html

Kentucky failing when it comes to breastfeeding

... son Oliver. Dr. Doyle adds that as a society, breastfeeding is not really promoted. Many women even have a hard time nursing in public. Hooper has had her struggles. "I had to do it at Street Rod Nationals right out in the middle," said Hooper. ...

http://www.wave3.com/story/23271271/kentucky-failing-when-it-comes-to-breastfeeding

Are you prepared? 5 questions you need to know the answers to

... is being fueled by the Office of the Inspector General report that was issued last November and targeted skilled nursing facilities. Per the recommendations from the report, OIG stated it should use the Fraud Prevention System to target facilities ...

http://www.mcknights.com/are-you-prepared-5-questions-you-need-to-know-the-answers-to/article/309130/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+McKnights+%28McKnights+Home%29

Florida nursing homes, under fire, phasing out pediatric wings

Even as Florida health regulators vigorously defend against two federal lawsuits accusing them of warehousing sickly and disabled children in geriatric nursing homes, the homes themselves are quietly getting out of the kids business.

http://www.miamiherald.com/2013/08/27/3589764/florida-nursing-homes-under-fire.html

Providers, public urge Medicaid expansion in NH

Once you're logged in, at the top of each article, video or slideshow you will see a list of your Facebook friends who recently visited Choose to share stories you'e read with your friends or turn sharing OFF to keep your reading experience anonymous .

http://www.wmur.com/news/politics/providers-public-urge-medicaid-expansion-in-nh/-/9857748/21672104/-/b9ph7e/-/index.html?absolute=true

HCC Board Approves Agreement to Offer Bachelor of Science in Nursing...

During their August meeting, Highland Community College Trustees approved an agreement with Olivet Nazarene University School of Graduate and Continuing Education to offer a Bachelor of Science in Nursing completion program on the Highland campus.

http://www.prairie-advocate-news.com/8-28-13/hcc8_28_13.html

Smart solutions for managing hectic family schedules during the school year

School days mean hectic schedules for most families. Older kids head to the classroom, younger ones go to day care, and parents try to manage the early mornings and increased extracurricular activities.

http://www.leader-call.net/14523/1799/onlinefeature/15657/smart-solutions-for-managing-hectic-family-schedules-during-the-school-year

Wednesday, August 28, 2013

... and Francis Guthrie Wiley. Her brother, Jim Wiley, also preceded her in death. She graduated from Watts School of Nursing and was a registered nurse at Murdoch Center. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. She also loved to shag and ...

http://www.hendersondispatch.com/obituaries/x1576246716/Wednesday-August-28-2013

Iowa Debates Planned Parenthood Videoconferencing System

The Iowa Board of Medicine is set to hold a hearing on a first-of-its-kind videoconferencing system that will dispense abortion pills to women in rural areas.

http://conferencing.tmcnet.com/topics/conferencing/articles/350966-iowa-debates-planned-parenthood-videoconferencing-system.htm

Obamacare is about to implode.

Obamacare seems to be experiencing some death throes. Large employers were supposed to provide minimum essential coverage to all full-time employees and their dependents by January 1, 2014.

http://www.examiner.com/article/obamacare-is-about-to-implode?cid=rss

Life Flights unveils new medical helicopters

BOISE Life Flight Network unveiled the latest in high-tech helicopters in Boise today that will provide patients with a faster, smoother and safer air transport to the hospital.

http://www.ktvb.com/news/Life-Flights-unveils-new-medical-helicopters-221385181.html

Sutter electronic records system went down in East Bay

The electronic health record system at seven East Bay hospitals, medical offices and clinics went dark on Monday in an unplanned outage.

http://www.bizjournals.com/sacramento/news/2013/08/27/sutter-electronic-records-system-down.html?ana=RSS&s=article_search&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+vertical_38+%28Health+Care+Regulation+Industry+News%29

New nursing-simulation building opens at Wake Tech

The Health Sciences 2 building at Wake Tech has several nursing-simulation rooms, hospital-sized radiography labs and an EMS ambulance bay.

http://www.bizjournals.com/triangle/news/2013/08/27/new-nursing-simulation-building-opens.html?ana=RSS&s=article_search&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+vertical_37+%28Physician+Practices+Industry+News%29

Moore Rejoins Girls Inc. as President/CEO

... and imaging. Melody Norris Waller , an instructor in The University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Nursing, has been chosen as one of the American Association of College of Nursing and Johnson & Johnson Campaign for Nursing's Future ...

http://www.memphisdailynews.com/news/2013/aug/28/moore-rejoins-girls-inc-as-presidentceo/

Genetic Variant Associated With Increased CHD Risk in Individuals With Type 2 Diabetes

Researchers have identified a previously unknown genetic locus significantly associated with increased coronary heart disease risk among patients with type 2 diabetes, but the association was not found in individuals without diabetes, according to a study in the August 28 issue of JAMA.

http://www.newswise.com/articles/view/606915/?sc=rsmn&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+NewswiseMednews+%28Newswise%3A+MedNews%29

Joslin Scientists Identify Genetic Variant Associated with Coronary Heart Disease in Type 2 Diabetes

August 27, 2013 -- Joslin scientists, in collaboration with researchers from the Harvard School of Public Health and Italian research institutes, have identified a previously unknown genetic variant associated with an increased risk of coronary heart disease in type 2 diabetic patients.

http://www.newswise.com/articles/view/606843/?sc=rsmn&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+NewswiseMednews+%28Newswise%3A+MedNews%29

Matrix Medical Network Video Speaks to Nurse Practitioners Nationwide

... of employee Nurse Practitioners to conduct in-person 60-minute-plus prospective assessments in MA members' homes and nursing facilities. The company's prospective health assessments have proven to positively impact patient outcomes, including fewer ...

http://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2013/08/27/569588/10046309/en/Matrix-Medical-Network-Video-Speaks-to-Nurse-Practitioners-Nationwide.html

New CEO taking JRMC into future

... around her. Jackson's path to John Randolph began when she was in high school and she volunteered at a hospital as a nursing assistant. Though she might have been young, Jackson knew immediately she could not be in patient care. A man she had been ...

http://www.hopewellnews.com/article_5766.shtml

5 Companies Looking to Hire in Twinsburg

... will be responsible for managing the clinical team and the treatment of patients. The position conducts the nursing process - assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation - under the scope of the State's Nurse Practice Act of Registered Nurse ...

http://twinsburg.patch.com/groups/5-things/p/5-companies-looking-to-hire-in-twinsburg

California Senate Approves Bill Allowing Nurses to Do Abortions

The abortion lobby says abortion should be between a woman and her doctor, but the California Senate on Monday approved a bill allowing nurses to do abortions, even though licensed physicians kill and injure women in abortions.

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/3059430/posts

Transgender Nursing Student Told To Use Restroom In 'Storage Area'

A nursing student attending Pinellas Technical Education Centers in Largo, Florida was told to use a restroom located in a "storage area" after officials learned she is transgender.

http://www.ontopmag.com/article.aspx?id=16237&MediaType=1&Category=26#

Health Coach: Pointers From The Pros

More than 66 percent of men and women in the U.S. are overweight. Worse yet, a third of all adults are obese.

http://www.newschannel5.com/story/23268079/health-coach-pointers-from-the-pros

America's other drug problem: prescriptions not taken

America has a serious drug problem, but it's not the one you might be thinking about.

http://www.leader-call.net/14539/1799/onlinefeature/15311/americas-other-drug-problem-prescriptions-not-taken

Letter to the Editor: Family extends thanks during loved one's death

We, the family of Darrell Jenkins, would like to thank everyone for the kind expressions of sympathy that was shown to us during our time of loss.

http://www.lebanondemocrat.com/opinion/editorial/218461

Local Hospital Staff Donate School Supplies to Children in Need

Local Hospital Staff Donate School Supplies to Children in Need Children from ECHO, North County Women's Shelter and N. County Social Services Received 60 Backpacks & 16 Back to School Gift Cards from Twin Cities Nurses & Staff TEMPLETON, CA - Twin Cities Community Hospital, a 122-bed acute care hospital delivering medical care for the communities ... (more)

http://www.pr-inside.com/local-hospital-staff-donate-school-supplies-r3784318.htm

Smart solutions for managing hectic family schedules during the school year

School days mean hectic schedules for most families. Older kids head to the classroom, younger ones go to day care, and parents try to manage the early mornings and increased extracurricular activities.

http://www.leader-call.net/14523/1799/onlinefeature/14451/smart-solutions-for-managing-hectic-family-schedules-during-the-school-year

Back to school: school nurses lead way to healthy year

... shifting toward a community-based approach to health," says Dr. Bonnie Saucier, president of Chamberlain College of Nursing 's Tinley Park, Ill. campus. "Community health centers, clinics and schools all play an important role in keeping the ...

http://www.leader-call.net/14523/1799/onlinefeature/14448/back-to-school-school-nurses-lead-way-to-healthy-year

Evansville couple wins $15 lawsuit against St. Mary's Medical Center

... bound and must be fed by a tube, Bobbitt said. Apart from attending elementary school, she receives constant nursing care. The lawsuit was originally filed in 2005 following Juliann's September 2003 birth. A Medical Review Panel of three physicians ...

http://www.courierpress.com/news/2013/aug/26/st-marys-lawsuit/

Most medications OK during breast-feeding

Most breast-feeding moms can safely take the medications and vaccines they need, without fear they'll harm a nursing infant, according to a new report from a leading group of U.S. pediatricians.

http://www.wdam.com/story/23255512/most-medications-ok-during-breast-feeding-report-says

Breastfeeding moms: Tips for long-term success

... with a certified lactation consultant or join a support organization like La Leche League International or the Nursing Mothers' Council. Your local Women, Infants and Children (WIC) office can also provide excellent breastfeeding support. A few ...

http://www.leader-call.net/14523/1799/onlinefeature/14405/breastfeeding-moms-tips-for-longterm-success

Anne Valentine Hague, Jan. 21, 1931 - Aug. 23, 2013, of Millersburg

She attended Gillespie Rural School and Hickman High School. After graduation, she trained in Kansas City and earned a degree in nursing.

http://www.columbiamissourian.com/a/164883/anne-valentine-hague-jan-21-1931-aug-23-2013-of-millersburg/

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center

At Cuyuna Regional Medical Center , over 930 health care professionals, support staff, nurses and physicians work together to create a positive, proactive, and patient family-centered medical campus.

http://brainerddispatch.com/news/2013-08-26/cuyuna-regional-medical-center

Warriors Step Out to Support Young Child with Cancer

... he required all three forms of treatment. "He is a walking miracle and we are very grateful to all the doctors and nursing staff for their care and attention," says his father, Joe. "And, to the Camp Quality people who do so much to break down the ...

http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/GE1308/S00117/warriors-step-out-to-support-young-child-with-cancer.htm

Changes to nursing accreditation could keep cross-border nurses from coming back

... planning. But it's a very unusual move, said Deborah Kane, a professor in the University of Windsor's faculty of nursing. "I fear we're going to shut the door on really qualified nurses," Kane said. Ontario will face a nursing shortage in the coming ...

http://blogs.windsorstar.com/2013/08/26/in-progress-changes-to-nursing-accreditation-could-keep-cross-border-nurses-from-coming-back/

Helping Smokers to Quit, a Health Target First

... single biggest health lifestyle decision and is a simple contribution to their overall wellbeing, said director of nursing and midwifery Sue Hayward. The ranking of DHB performance against the health target includes the hospital and primary care ...

http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/GE1308/S00116/helping-smokers-to-quit-a-health-target-first.htm

Twin Cities Community Hospital Announces New Chief Nursing Officer

Aug. 26, 2013 - PASO ROBLES, Calif. -- Twin Cities Community Hospital Announces New Chief Nursing Officer Board Certified Nurse Brings 29 Years of Progressive Nursing Experience to North County Twin Cities Community Hospital ,a 122-bed acute care hospital delivering personalized care for the communities in the north San Luis Obispo County region, ... (more)

http://www.prlog.org/12199825-twin-cities-community-hospital-announces-new-chief-nursing-officer.html

Local Hospital Staff Donate School Supplies to Children in Need

Aug. 26, 2013 - PASO ROBLES, Calif. -- Local Hospital Staff Donate School Supplies to Children in Need Children from ECHO, North County Women's Shelter and N. County Social Services Received 60 Backpacks & 16 Back to School Gift Cards from Twin Cities Nurses & Staff Twin Cities Community Hospital , a 122-bed acute care hospital delivering medical ... (more)

http://www.prlog.org/12199828-local-hospital-staff-donate-school-supplies-to-children-in-need.html

Rose Medical Center is First Hospital in Colorado to Implement Xenex Disinfection System

... if someone should enter. "At Rose, the safety of the patient is always our top priority," said Lynne Wagner, Chief Nursing Officer at Rose Medical Center. "There is a lot we can do with hospital-grade germicides and bleach to sterilize surfaces, but ...

http://www.businesswire.com/portal/site/topix/index.jsp?ndmViewId=news_view&newsId=20130826006131&newsLang=en&ndmConfigId=1000639&vnsId=41

Monday Night Cancer Club Best.Support.Ever

We've talked about the worst things people have said to you since you've had cancer which oddly wasn't as funny as I thought it was going to be.

http://www.dailykos.com/story/2013/08/26/1233852/-Monday-Night-Cancer-Club-Best-Support-Ever

GPS and webcams to track doctors

Jamshedpur, Aug. 26: Technology will try to cure the malaise that ails healthcare in Jharkhand's hinterland - absentee medical staff.

http://www.telegraphindia.com/1130827/jsp/frontpage/story_17276883.jsp

More Docs RETIRINGObamaCare Patients May Face Treatment Shortage

Some 10,000 baby boomers will retire every day for the next 19 years, including many doctors.

http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2013/08/26/retiring-doctors-mean-problems-for-newly-insured-under-obamacare/

Erlanger Offers Classes And Events For Sept. 5-14

The Erlanger schedule of classes and events for September 5-14 includes family planning classes, diabetes education and cholesterol screenings.

http://www.chattanoogan.com/2013/8/26/257800/Erlanger-Offers-Classes-And-Events-For.aspx

Starling helps non-English speaking patients get heard in hospitals

Bill Tan arrived in America when he was 15 years old. He knew just 500 words of English, but this was 500 more than his anyone else in his family.

http://venturebeat.com/2013/08/26/starling-helps-non-english-speaking-patients-get-heard-in-hospitals/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+Venturebeat+%28VentureBeat%29

Program integrates cancer rehabilitation services

The Crystal Lake-based health system recently became certified under the Survivorship Training and Rehabilitation, or STAR program.

http://www.nwherald.com/2013/08/26/program-integrates-cancer-rehabilitation-services/a9oswuf/

Barcodes Reduce Medication Errors in Emergency Departments

... technology across their entire care systems, it's important to carefully coordinate across pharmacy, physicians and nursing to ensure success," said Moffatt-Bruce. For advertising and promotion on HealthNewsDigest.com call Mike McCurdy at ...

http://www.healthnewsdigest.com/news/National_30/Barcodes-Reduce-Medication-Errors-in-Emergency-Departments.shtml

Babies Benefit From Steady Growth of Breast Milk Donors

HOUSTON, Aug. 26, 2013 -- The continued growth of nursing moms donating breast milk to its human milk bank enables Texas Children's Hospital to ensure a steady supply of donor milk for critically-ill infants.

http://www.healthnewsdigest.com/news/Children_s_Health_200/Babies-Benefit-From-Steady-Growth-of-Breast-Milk-Donors.shtml

Beth Erkonen 1934-2013

... She graduated from Morrison High School in 1952. In 1956 she graduated from the University of Iowa College Of Nursing with an RN, BS. While a nursing student, she met her husband, Bill. They were married on Sept. 7, 1957. Her long career in nursing ...

http://www.mywebtimes.com/archives/ottawa/display.php?id=480768

Doctor: Ohio man revives 45 mins after heart stops

A man whose heart stopped beating for 45 minutes credits his faith for being alive and says stunned doctors who declared him dead aren't sure what happened.

http://www.abc12.com/story/23234792/doctor-ohio-man-revives-45-mins-after-heart-stops

Patients Reveal the Hidden Side of Fertility Treatments

As reproductive medicine heralds the birth of an estimated five million babies born via in-vitro fertilization since 1978, a group of infertility advocates and patients are convening the nation's first independent forum to draw public attention to the millions more couples whose treatments failed, and raise much needed awareness about the hidden ... (more)

http://www.sys-con.com/node/2768732

Twin OPDs open doors in Dhanbad

... thanks to a prod by new health and family welfare minister Rajendra Prasad Singh. Three multi-purpose workers and nursing staff of the health department are assisting the doctors. Civil surgeon Arun Kumar Sinha, who visited the hospital to supervise ...

http://www.telegraphindia.com/1130827/jsp/jharkhand/story_17275317.jsp

Evanston Jobs: Software Engineer, Restaurant Manager, Etc.

... and procedures. Requirements: 1-3 years prior experience. * High School Diploma or equivalent. * Certification as a Nursing Assistant required after January 2008. Phlebotomy Certification."

http://evanston.patch.com/groups/business-news/p/evanston-jobs-software-engineer-restaurant-manager-etc

Proud parents reunite with NICU staff

Hospital staff, from left, Cindy Mirfield, Rose Smith and Onie Matthews welcome a family to Sunday's reunion.

http://www.omaha.com/article/20130825/LIVEWELL01/130829251/1161

Most medications OK during breast-feeding

... -- Most breast-feeding moms can safely take the medications and vaccines they need, without fear they'll harm a nursing infant, according to a new report from a leading group of U.S. pediatricians. The report, from the American Academy of Pediatrics ...

http://WWW.KEYC.COM/story/23255512/most-medications-ok-during-breast-feeding-report-says

Majority of Quebecers support proposed bill banning religious clothing: poll

A majority of Quebecers agree with proposed legislation that would ban religious clothing and symbols in Quebec's public buildings, a bill that also has the support of the political party that could give the Parti Quebecois the votes it needs to get it passed.

http://www.ctvnews.ca/canada/majority-of-quebecers-support-proposed-bill-banning-religious-clothing-poll-1.1427098?

Mum hails pool therapy for baby born with half a heart

Charlie Cobb had to undergo open heart surgery just hours after being born and surgeons warned he might not pull through.

http://www.dailystar.co.uk/news/latest-news/334801/Mum-hails-pool-therapy-for-baby-born-with-half-a-heart

BCNU president tours Revelstoke hospital

By Aaron Orlando - Revelstoke Times Review Published: August 26, 2013 2:00 PM Updated: August 26, 2013 2:38 PM B.C. Nurses' Union president Debra McPherson toured Queen Victoria Hospital in Revelstoke on Aug. 25, where she met with Revelstoke nurses and called for more nurses in Revelstoke.

http://www.revelstoketimesreview.com/news/221225101.html

Nurses file complaint about Maryville hospital

The Illinois Nurses Association says it has filed an unfair labor practice complaint involving nurses at a psychiatric hospital in Des Plaines.

http://www.dailyherald.com/article/20130826/news/708269741/

Dell unveils quad core thin clients powered by Windows Embedded 8 Standard

Dell has unveiled a major breakthrough in cloud computing today, revealing the industry's first ever quad core thin client powered by Windows Embedded 8 Standard.

http://www.winbeta.org/news/dell-unveils-quad-core-thin-clients-powered-windows-embedded-8-standard

Doctor exam through use of robot

Technology is changing everything and it is changing the way we interact with doctors.

http://www.heartlandconnection.com/neighborhood/story.aspx?id=938850

Ann Arbor's Ecology Center, Physicians For Social Responsiblity Link Up On Energy Policy

The Ecology Center has joined forces with Physicians for Social Responsibility to collaborate on efforts to support expanded energy efficiency and renewable energy programs and policies throughout Michigan.

http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2013/08/26/ann-arbors-ecology-center-physicians-for-social-responsiblity-link-up-on-energy-policy/

Pamela L. Spatz, MD, to lead urgent care at Southcoast

In her new role, she will lead urgent care services at Southcoast which will provide convenient, highly-skilled medical care at community locations throughout the region.

http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20130823/SCBULLETIN/309020315/-1/scbulletin

Murse World Now Carries Men's Scrubs by Jockey

... http://www.MurseWorld.com . Since their launch in 2011, Murse World has quickly become a uniform leader among men in nursing and other healthcare professionals.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/murse-world/jockey-mens-scrubs/prweb11038160.htm

Treats top Lourdes welcome

... with stained glass windows depicting celestial images. On the other side of the wall, in the cafeteria, fourth-year nursing student Angela Miller was enjoying her lunch. She was looking forward to graduating, and spoke of her clinical work with ...

http://www.toledoblade.com/Our-Town-Schools/2013/08/26/Treats-smiles-top-the-first-day-of-classes-at-Lourdes-University.html

School nursesa role evolves with time

Lina Rogers Struthers makes a presentation to students in the early 20th century.

http://www.rockymounttelegram.com/features/health/school-nurses8217-role-evolves-time-2144741

Batavia Nursing Home Receiving Special Recognition

A recent study by the Center for Governmental Research showed a decline in county-run nursing homes across the state.

http://rochester.ynn.com/content/top_stories/688111/batavia-nursing-home-receiving-special-recognition/

Hispanic Health: Using Community Health Workers Helps Mexican American Community Combat Diabetes

The prevalence of diabetes among Hispanic Americans is growing and their likelihood of being hospitalized for uncontrolled diabetes is two times greater than that of non-Hispanic Whites.

http://www.hispanicallyspeakingnews.com/latino-daily-news/details/hispanic-health-using-community-health-workers-helps-mexican-american-commu/26710/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+HSN-Global-Feed+%28HSN+Global+RSS+Feed%29

Free eye clinic for 100

Mereisi Lewaloqi, 63 of Nawaqarua Village will have her bandage removed today after undergoing surgery at the Ba Mission Hospital.Picture: SUPPLIED ABOUT 100 people will benefit from a free eye clinic in Ba organised by the Fred Hollows Foundation New Zealand through the Pacific Eye Institute this week.

http://www.fijitimes.com/story.aspx?id=243794&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+fijitimes+%28Fiji+Times+Online+-+Fiji+News%29

Dorothy Anne Valentine Hague, Jan. 21, 1931 - Aug. 23, 2013

... local schools (Gillespie Rural school and Hickman High School) and trained in Kansas City with securing a degree in Nursing. Anne's professional life took her to New Mexico, Louisiana and back to Columbia, most notably at Boone County Hospital and ...

http://www.columbiamissourian.com/a/164855/dorothy-anne-valentine-hague-jan-21-1931-aug-23-2013/

Baptist Still Growing in DeSoto County

Twenty-five years ago, Baptist Memorial Health Care Corp . built a 130-bed hospital in DeSoto County, Miss., on the site of a former dairy farm.

http://www.memphisdailynews.com/news/2013/aug/27/baptist-still-growing-in-desoto-co/

Martin Sets University of Memphis Priorities

... a transformation, with the construction of a new building that will be anchored by the Loewenberg School of Nursing. Look next year for a new Goodlett Road entrance to the campus and a master plan for the entire area. On the education front, Martin ...

http://www.memphisdailynews.com/news/2013/aug/27/martin-sets-university-of-memphis-priorities/

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Most breast-feeding moms can safely take the medications and vaccines they need, without fear they'll harm a nursing infant, according to a new report from a leading group of U.S. pediatricians.

http://www.wthr.com/story/23259572/2013/08/26/uninsured-face-struggle-for-health-care

Most medications OK during breast-feeding

Most breast-feeding moms can safely take the medications and vaccines they need, without fear they'll harm a nursing infant, according to a new report from a leading group of U.S. pediatricians.

http://www.news10.com/story/23255512/most-medications-ok-during-breast-feeding-report-says

'Merdeka' Enables Malaysia To Focus On Healthcare

By Zulkiple Ibrahim KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 26 -- Fifty-six years after gaining independence from Great Britain, Malaysia has seen tremendous development and progress in every field including education, industrial, agriculture, petrochemical and healthcare.

http://www.bernama.com/bernama/v7/fe/newsfeatures.php?id=972690

Kids With Costly Medical Issues Get Help, But Not Enough

... a million [dollars] in her first year of life," says Marcy Doderer, Katie's mother. Katie used to require 24-hour nursing; now the nurse only comes at night, but it still costs almost $75,000 a year, by Marcy's estimate. It's a service that most ...

http://www.npr.org/blogs/health/2013/08/26/214852775/kids-with-costly-medical-issues-get-help-but-not-enough?ft=1&f=1003