Letterman Wants More Air Time Sep 4, 2008
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Franciscan Skemp to raise prices 4.75 percent; rate hike lowest in a decade Sep 4, 2008
Next year, the health system will invest 4 million in the system. New charges. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Mental health system in dire straits: stabbing victim Sep 3, 2008
She says she and Francisco are both victims of a mental health system she describes as being in dire straits. "People are being released way before they're ready, " she said. (ABC Online)
MEDIA ALERT: Message From New Orleans' Ochsner Health System to Its Employees and the Public Sep 3, 2008
NEW ORLEANS, Sept. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- "As our region recovers from the impact of Hurricane Gustav, Ochsner would like to thank its employees for their commitment to patient care during this challenging time. Hurricanes are a fact of life in south Louisiana, we would like to acknowledge our employees' bravery and dedication to patient care and safety while facing these destructive storms," said Warner Thomas, President, Ochsner Health System The following Ochsner Health System Hospitals are open,... (PR Newswire)
Picketers expected at Seton Coastside Sep 3, 2008
The five facilities comprise all but one of Daughters of Charity Health System. Thousands of workers at healthcare centers in Moss Beach, Daly City, Gilroy, San Jose and Los Angeles will be protesting what they consider unfair labor practices of management and will speak out for quality medical treatment, according to a media advisory released Wednesday. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)
Runners go underwater Sep 3, 2008
The study appears in the University of Virginia Health System Web site. As a form of cross training, deep-water running is the most biomechanically specific form of cross training for the runner or running athlete, he wrote. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)
Mercenaries 2: World in Flames Review Sep 3, 2008
Oddly, Mercenaries 2 eschews the more popular regenerative health system seen in many action games (including Mercs 2 on PS3) for an old-school system. Take damage and you'll need to find health pick-ups to refill your meter. (IGN PS2)
Greens want promise on public hospitals Sep 3, 2008
The Australian Greens will seek a promise from the federal government to compensate the public health system if it suffers as a result of proposed changes to Medicare ... "If they (the government) are committed to the outcome that they say they are committed to I am hopeful they will think that it's a reasonable ask ... that they commit to making sure the public health system isn't worse off," she said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Glen Campbell Got GalvestonFrom Don Ho Sep 3, 2008
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3 people assaulted by robbers in Trenton Sep 3, 2008
The victim was treated for a puncture wound at Capital Health System at Fuld hospital. On Friday, a 55-year-old Tren ton resident was struck on the head with a black semiautomatic handgun after being approached by two people on East Paul Ave nue. (NJ.com -- Times)
NT coroner finds language barrier contributed to death Sep 2, 2008
The coroner has recommended a series of changes to the Territory health system, including more Aboriginal interpreters, to stop similar deaths ... Our staff aren't racist but can we find ways where the cultural needs of different races are better taken account of by the health system, I think the answer is absolutely yes ... ZOIE JONES: Another key recommendation from the coroner was to increase the number of Aboriginal interpreters in the health system. (ABC Online)
Women may not realize worst chemotherapy effects Sep 2, 2008
"Physicians have increasingly worked to prevent some of the most common side effects of chemotherapy, particularly nausea," says Dr. Jennifer J. Griggs, associate professor in the department of internal medicine and director of the Breast Cancer Survivorship Program at the University of Michigan Health System in Ann Arbor. Chemotherapy is a systemic treatment, meaning that it works throughout the body to kill cancer cells. (Detroit Free Press)
Linda Roney: Indiana farm girl grows from project manager to development exec for High Point health system Sep 2, 2008
A native Indiana farm girl, Linda Roney's early experiences shaped her future work life at High Point Regional Health System. She moved here from the Hoosier State in 1982, taking a job helping set up the laboratories in the new hospital complex, then under construction. (Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area)
GOP Convention Opens With Appeal For Hurricane Aid Sep 2, 2008
"This is a time when we take off our Republican hats and put on our American hat, Cindy McCain told delegates. Behind the two women was a giant screen showing the names of state-approved charities in Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] More Stories Post Your Comments First Name: Location: Enter Comments: characters left Email (optional): Email will not be displayed on site. For station contact purpose only. Latest Video AP... (KWTX.com, TX)
Diddy Forced To Fly Commercial Sep 2, 2008
"This is really happening; proof gas prices are too high. Tell whoever the next president is we need to bring gas prices down, he says. [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] More Stories Post Your Comments First Name: Location: Enter Comments: characters left Email (optional): Email will not be displayed on site. For station contact purpose only. Read Comments Comments are posted from viewers like you and do not always reflect the views of this station. Posted by: diddy kong Location: ghetto... (KWTX.com, TX)
The hijacking of Trenton continues with robberies Sep 2, 2008
The victim was treated at Capital Health System at Fuld for a puncture wound to the right side of his abdomen and was admitted to the hospital for observation. According to police, his assailants were a male standing 5-foot-4 and weighing 150 pounds and a 5-foot female weighing 125 pounds. (The Trentonian, NJ)
Taking a break from e-mail - and surviving Sep 1, 2008
John Halamka, chief information officer of CareGroup Health System, wrote an essay for his blog that could have been titled "What I Didn't Do on My Summer Vacation." During his two-week vacation in Yosemite National Park, he took a "connectivity holiday.". From August 8 to 12, I was on the John Muir trail, 50 miles from the nearest cell tower and had no ability to connect to email, the web, voice, etc. (Boston Globe)
READERS WRITE: Health system separation long overdue, needed Sep 1, 2008
By , Sam Massell, Robyn Mastandrea, Dr Ilhan M. Ermutlu, Diane Freeman, Cliff Mazer. For the Journal-Constitution. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Few participate in medical cost survey Sep 1, 2008
Wuesthoff Health System has spent $2,500 so far on a free $100 gas-card initiative for consumers willing to provide cost information about an array of medical procedures in Brevard County ... Wuesthoff Health System owns and operates Wuesthoff Medical Center-Rockledge and Wuesthoff Medical Center-Melbourne. (Florida Today)
Obama To Ask Donors To Help Storm Victims Sep 1, 2008
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Bush To Head To Texas Instead Of GOP Convention Sep 1, 2008
"Know that the American people stand with you. We'll face this emergency together, Mr. Bush said. The White House said the president spoke by phone with New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin. A spokeswoman says Nagin told Mr. Bush the forecast did not look good, but that he was pleased so far with the coordination with the federal government. The White House announced earlier that Bush and Vice President Cheney would skip the convention's opening day. [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [][] More... (KWTX.com, TX)
Smoke sends 2 to hospital Aug 31, 2008
Both women were taken by ambulance to Capital Health System at Mercer hospital in Trenton to be treated for smoke inhalation, Fell said. Two other people, apparently overcome by emotion, were checked by medical crews and firefighters at the scene as a precaution, he said. (NJ.com -- Times)
UNCG biz school names MBA board of advisors Aug 30, 2008
Noel Burt: Senior Vice President of Human Resources, Moses Cone Health System, Greensboro. Jan Capps: President, Moses Cone-Wesley Long Community Health Foundation, Greensboro. (Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area)
WellStar, KSU team up to augment nursing program Aug 30, 2008
WellStar Health System has entered into a partnership with Kennesaw State University to enhance KSU s nursing program, develop WellStar s future workforce and make a dent in the severe shortage of nurses facing the nation. Kennesaw State University offers one of the strongest nursing programs, and the largest, in the state of Georgia, said Dr. Gregory L. Simone, president and chief executive officer of WellStar Health System on Friday. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
McCain: Shes Exactly Who I Need Aug 30, 2008
" She said that by choosing a woman, McCain has an opportunity to capture voters who are eager for a change. Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, praised the choice. Gov. Palin supports an all of the above energy approach, with first-hand experience advocating it, he said. She has a strong record of working to cut wasteful spending. She is firmly dedicated to promoting strong families and protecting the most vulnerable in society. Gov. Palin will be a true agent of change who brings a... (KWTX.com, TX)
2 Pemberton residents hurt in motorcycle crash Aug 30, 2008
Police said Robert Michaelson was taken by ambulance to Capital Health System at Fuld hospital in Trenton, where his injuries were still being evaluated yesterday evening. Jo Ann Michaelson was treated at the scene for minor inju ries. (NJ.com -- Times)
After 70 years, The Oasis Aug 30, 2008
Staffed by volunteers, profits from The Oasis enable the Auxiliary to make major contributions, which benefit Capital Health System ... On its 70th anniversary, it continues to be an essential part of the Mercer Campus of Capital Health System, thanks to the volunteers of its Auxiliary. (NJ.com -- Times)
Seale Harris Clinic leaves Trinity for St. Vincent's Aug 30, 2008
The demand for primary care and many specialists continues to increase across all St. Vincent s Health System facilities. The practice previously had been headquartered at Trinity when it was known as Montclair Baptist Medical Center and the former offices off U.S. 280. (Birmingham Business Journal, AL)
Butler Memorial Hospital starts next phase of expansion Aug 29, 2008
Butler Health System CFO and Vice President of Finance Anne Krebs said the bonds likely would be floated in the fall. The hospital currently has $25 million in unrated bond debt. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Teens Making Poor Choices When It Comes To Riding In Vehicles Aug 29, 2008
7, 2006) Researchers at the University of Virginia Health System have found that teenage drivers with attention deficit hyper activity disorder (ADHD) drive better when they took OROS methylphenidate (OROS. . (Science Daily)
New animal shelter still in the works Aug 29, 2008
This property was made available to the county during the Public Act 425 Agreement between the City of Ionia and Orange Township that would allow for the construction of a new Sparrow Health System medical facility. The current animal shelter, located next to the Ionia County Airport, was built in the 1950s. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Hospitals cancel elective surgeries, prepare to move fragile patients Aug 29, 2008
The Ochsner Health System, which has five hospitals in the New Orleans area, is keeping the three largest open, spokeswoman Katherine Voss said. Those three hospitals held just under 590 patients Thursday, with 48 in the other two. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Robot removes kidney Aug 29, 2008
"This is the first time that a robot has been used to remove a kidney through a single incision," said Mani Menon, director of the Vattikuti Urology Institute at the Henry Ford Health System. "We expect robotic instruments to be designed specifically for performing single-incision surgeries.". (EETimes)
Brookwood's ER planned for U.S. 280 faces opposition Aug 29, 2008
Brookwood Medical Center has drawn opposition from Trinity Medical Center and St. Vincent s Health System in its bid to build a freestanding emergency department off U.S. 280. Trinity and St. Vincent s requested a contested case hearing with the State Health Planning and Development Agency on Thursday. (Birmingham Business Journal, AL)
QLD hospital problems "the worst in years": doctors Aug 28, 2008
But the State Government has defended its handling of the health system. In Brisbane, Annie Guest reports. (ABC Online)
First Financial Bankshares Names Randy Christian as Senior Vice President of Marketing and Advertising Aug 28, 2008
He brings a long track record of community leadership having served on the boards of the United Way, Lubbock Chamber of Commerce, Lubbock Advertising Federation, Covenant Health System Foundation and the Joe Arrington Cancer Center. He is a graduate of the University of North Texas. (PR Newswire)
Picketers expected at Seton Coastside Aug 28, 2008
The five facilities comprise all but one of Daughters of Charity Health System. Thousands of workers at healthcare centers in Moss Beach, Daly City, Gilroy, San Jose and Los Angeles will be protesting what they consider unfair labor practices of management and will speak out for quality medical treatment, according to a media advisory released Wednesday. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)
Runners go underwater Aug 28, 2008
The study appears in the University of Virginia Health System Web site. As a form of cross training, deep-water running is the most biomechanically specific form of cross training for the runner or running athlete, he wrote. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)
Women Protest Swazi King's Lifestyle Aug 28, 2008
The ostentatious lifestyle of the king in contrast to an under-funded health system and the fact that two-thirds of Swaziland's one million people live on food donations is one reason why people from many corners of the Kingdom decided to march against King Mswati. Relevant Links. (allAfrica.com)
SEC probes West Penn Allegheny's $73 million revenue write-down Aug 28, 2008
is cooperating with a probe of the hospital network s $73 million revenue write-down, health system President and CEO Dr. Christopher Olivia told investors Wednesday ... In a prepared statement, West Penn spokesman Tom Chakurda confirmed the SEC was conducting an informal inquiry with regard to West Penn Allegheny Health System and the $73 million balance sheet adjustment ... West Penn Allegheny refinanced $758 million in bonds last year with much fanfare, but questions arose last month when... (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Driver, passenger hurt in SUV crash on Rt. 27 Aug 28, 2008
Both were rushed by ambu lance to Capital Health System at Fuld hospital, where they were reported to be in critical condition last night, police said. Route 27 was closed until about 6:05 p.m. so township police and the Mercer County Prosecutor's Office could investigate the acci dent. (NJ.com -- Times)
Miracle or medical failure? Aug 27, 2008
Some Egyptian doctors are worried that the mix of cheap fertility treatments and Egyptians' eagerness to have many children could lead to more risky multiple pregnancies which the country's health system cannot handle. Locally made versions of the drugs are government-subsidized and only cost about $7. (MSNBC -- Health)
KishHealth System directors featured in panel talk in Chicago Aug 27, 2008
Cindy Graves, director of Emergency Services for KishHealth System and Michael Kulisz, medical director of Emergency Services for KishHealth System, were recently invited to speak at On Our Watch VI: At Home and at War: Real-World Lessons in Disaster Management ... A segment titled, Northern Illinois University and DeKalb: A Campus and Community Respond to Tragedy, focused on the Feb. 14 shootings at NIU. The 90-minute panel discussion was led by Graves and moderated by George Beranek, a... (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Inglis Foundation names new president and CEO Aug 27, 2008
Kerr was previously president and CEO of the Mercy Health System in Conshohocken, Pa. and prior to that executive vice president and chief operating officer of Children s Hospital of Philadelphia. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Brain injuries in U.S. combat veterans largely undiagnosed Aug 27, 2008
Mild brain injury was widely overlooked by the military and the veterans health system until recently. Even now, with traumatic brain injury being called the signature injury of the Iraq war, some soldiers and their advocates say that complications from mild concussions often are not recognized. (International Herald Tribune)
Shipp: Guns and game show overshadow Georgia budget mess Aug 27, 2008
Georgia's mental health system has been allowed to virtually collapse to the extent that, after 40 years, Georgia's mental hospitals have regained the awful epithet "the snake pits.". Oh, yes, then there is the drought. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Suspect's brain bleeds after cop poses as drunk victim Aug 27, 2008
Police said the juvenile suspect suffered a small cut on the back of his head, and was taken to Capital Health System at Fuld hospital for treatment. Doctor's discovered that the teen also suffered a "small bleed on the brain," police said. (The Trentonian, NJ)
Carmen R. Tuttle (1207) Aug 26, 2008
PAULLINA, Iowa -- Carmen R. Tuttle, 52, of Paullina died Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008, at Orange City Area Health System Services. Services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at First Presbyterian Church in Paullina. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Airport director resigns to accept position at University Health System Aug 26, 2008
Aviation director Mark Webb has accepted a job at University Health System. Mark Webb has decided to leave his post as head of the to accept a position with University Health System (UHS) and lead its $900 million capital program. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Another suits claims Saint Joseph's overcharged patients Aug 26, 2008
In December 2007, Saint Joseph's Health System reached an agreement with the U. S. Attorney's Office to pay $26 million to settle allegations raised in a "whistleblower" lawsuit involving incorrect Medicare billing practices. The new lawsuit seeks to recover costs billed to individual patients. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Two stabbed at barbecue; teen's lung pierced Aug 26, 2008
O'Donnell, the spokesman said, was admitted overnight and released the next day, while Kontorowicz was later transferred to Capital Health System at Fuld hospital in Trenton. Kostoplis said yesterday that Kontorowicz remained in the hospital yesterday, but a relative said he was expected to be released and an official at Fuld said last night that he was no longer in their system. (The Trentonian, NJ)
VA’s electronic medical records tops Aug 25, 2008
Editor s note: This is Day 2 of a series about the Veterans Administration Health System ... It s all courtesy of the VA s Computer Patient Record System (CPRS), a 12-year-old electronic system of medical records that serves all 1,400 clinics and hospitals in the VA health system ... Public-health systems in other countries are using CPRS, such as Germany and Finland. (Montana Standard, MT)
Hospital Workers Authorize Strike to Protect Patient Care at Valley Health System Aug 24, 2008
The vote gives caregivers' elected bargaining team the ability to call a strike if the board of directors of Valley Health System (VHS) continues to allow its management team, Quorum, to reject workers' proposals to help the hospitals recover from bankruptcy and protect patient care. "We've lost dozens of experienced caregivers to other hospitals in the past few months alone," said Margaret Matthews, a registered nurse at Menifee Valley Hospital. (PR Newswire)
HSBC continues recovery after computer problem... Aug 24, 2008
Thousands of University at Buffalo and Catholic Health System employees with direct deposit were late getting paid. The bank's branches have been staying open late to manually handle some transactions. (The Drudge Report)
Grady's financial cure in limbo Aug 24, 2008
2 million in fees through a two-year contract that pays the consultant as much as one-fifth of the amount it saves Grady Health System. The consultant stands to make up to $26 million, but will earn less if it saves less. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Healthy Lunches Help Kids' Concentration in School Aug 24, 2008
(SOURCE: University of Michigan Health System, news release, August 2008). SUNDAY, Aug. 24 (HealthDay News) -- Healthy foods should be included on the list of back-to-school supplies for your children, says a University of Michigan Health System expert. (Health-Finder)
Adena's goal: Keep patients home Aug 23, 2008
Adena Health's expansion goal: Keep patients home - Business First of Columbus. Members: Not Registered. (Columbus Business First, OH)
Ground breaking Aug 23, 2008
Just off Grounds, an award-winning health system serves the University and Central Virginia communities. There is a bit of dust around it currently, but that's just because construction on a new cancer center is underway. (The Cavalier Daily, VA)
HSBC recovers after computer crash Aug 23, 2008
Thousands of University at Buffalo and Catholic Health System employees with direct deposit were late getting paid. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Crime)
No Greek Tragedies For 2012 Games Aug 23, 2008
Stefanos Kalopisis, who was part of the Olympic kayak squad in 2004, said: "The Games were great for Athens. But the cost was huge. "Greece is not a rich country and we had problems with things like health system and education system. People ask whether it was worth it. (Sky News)
Gun-toting men sought in assault, robbery Aug 23, 2008
The victim sought refuge at a city firehouse and was later taken to Capital Health System at Mercer hospital where he was treated and released. Anyone with information about the robbery is asked to call Detective Ryan Woodhead at (609) 989-4134 or at rwoodhead@tren tonpolice. (NJ.com -- Times)
Head of DHHS demands discipline Aug 23, 2008
DHHS Secretary Dempsey Benton is tasked with fixing the state's mental health system ... Advertisements Lynn Bonner, Staff Writer The man whom Gov. Mike Easley charged with fixing North Carolina's mental health system said Friday that hospital administrators failed to properly discipline employees responsible for leaving a patient without food for nearly a full day before he died. (News & Observer)
Strokes Can Strike the Youngest Aug 23, 2008
"Most people do not think that young people have strokes," said Dr. Jose Biller, one of the authors of the new guidelines and chairman of the department of neurology at Loyola University Health System in Chicago. "But the point people should really understand is that they can occur in utero, they can occur in the neonatal period, and they can occur in older children. There are noticeable differences in presentation, risk factors, and the prognosis in children compared to older adults, however,"... (MEDLINEplus)
Maryland man charged in fatal accident Aug 22, 2008
Petenbrink, of Hyndman, died at Western Maryland Health System s Memorial Campus in Cumberland, Md. following the accident. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Kaiser holds tour of birthing center Aug 22, 2008
Since Kaiser and Memorial Medical Center ended their agreement in 2004, women covered by Kaiser insurance have given birth at Emanuel Medical Center in Turlock or Dameron Hospital in Stockton, which have contracts with the Oakland-based nonprofit health system. Sayo, who is pregnant with her second child, could have her baby at Emanuel but said she liked the birthing center at the Modesto hospital. (Modesto Bee, CA)
