Pentec Health Taps Former Cardinal Health Executive Joseph Cosgrove as Chief Executive Officer Feb 2, 2008
"Pentec's Board sought a CEO with outstanding credentials and experience in leading a complex business and a track record of outstanding operating performance," said Rod Boone, Managing Director DW Healthcare Partners, "Joe has met all of our Board's criteria. He has delivered record earnings and returns over his 19-year career in pharmaceuticals and healthcare and has demonstrated a history of building strong service cultures." "I am honored and excited to have been selected to lead Pentec... (PR Newswire)
High Rates of Malnutrition among Displaced Somali Children Feb 1, 2008
Within the next few weeks IMC will provide nutritional support to children with severe malnutrition who can still be treated as outpatients. "People have settled along the road and many women and children cannot travel the distances to the next health facility," says Patrick Mweki, IMC country director in Somalia, who recently visited Afgoye. (AlertNet)
Millennium Biotechnologies Group Reports 40% Sales Increase for Resurgex Product Line in Greek Market Jan 29, 2008
Resurgex(R) and Resurgex Plus(R) are specialized, anabolic nutritional supplements rich in antioxidants that provide nutritional support post-treatment. Millennium is also recently developed a Surgex(R) sports nutrition formula, clinically proven to address the nutritional concerns of both professional and amateur elite athletes. (PR Newswire)
Undernourished Stroke Patients Have Poor Outcomes Jan 29, 2008
Given these findings, Kang said, the next step would be to conduct a clinical trial to see if "strategic nutritional support improves clinical outcomes in stroke patients.". SOURCE: Archives of Neurology, January 2008. (MEDLINEplus)
Free Online Nutrition Programs Jan 26, 2008
There are plenty of free online nutritional support solutions. Check out the ones below and see if any of these will work for you. (Suite101.com)
Doctors Review End-of-Life Care Guidelines Jan 25, 2008
There's also a lack of information about the value of nutritional support in end-of-life care, the ACP noted. More information. (Health-Finder)
The Best Kept Secrets in Addiction Treatment is Now CARF Accredited Jan 22, 2008
According to founder James Staggs, "The approach traditionally used in the treatment of addiction is analogous to placing a bandage on a large open wound. The bandage may heal a small portion of the problem, yet the wound remains open. Treating the entire being through effective counseling sessions, enhanced nutritional support, meditation, and physical fitness regimes heals the entire wound.". There remains one final component critical to the effective treatment of addiction. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Fire families praise medical care Jan 21, 2008
"It is not just surgery. There is the intensive care aspect, ventilatory support, anaesthetics, specialist nursing staff, nutritional support, and intensive rehabilitation.". With serious burns injuries cases, patients are not admitted for a couple of days, treated and then discharged. (BBC News -- UK)
Undernourished stroke patients may have more complications, worse ... Jan 18, 2008
"Strategic nutritional support, particularly in patients with baseline undernutrition, may improve clinical outcomes after acute ischemic stroke," they conclude. Would you like to for our weekly. (News-Medical.net)
Undernourished Stroke Patients May Have More Complications, Worse Outcomes Jan 17, 2008
"Strategic nutritional support, particularly in patients with baseline undernutrition, may improve clinical outcomes after acute ischemic stroke," they conclude ... Editorial: Nutritional Support Could Improve Recovery Following Stroke ... "This article is the latest in a series of studies representing current thinking about the potential value of nutritional support for stroke patients in the acute care setting," they continue. (Science Daily)
Pro Football Prospects Training at TEST Sports Clubs(TM) Use SURGEX(TM) as Part of Their Pre-Combine Training Regime Jan 16, 2008
About SURGEX(TM): SURGEX(TM) ) was created from Millennium's extensive experience providing advanced nutritional formulas to some of the most prestigious medical institutions throughout the United States The proprietary SURGEX(TM) formula intends to meet the growing demand of elite level professional and amateur athletes and their coaches looking for nutritional support in a marketplace dominated by products with no clinical proof of benefit, unsubstantiated claims, excess protein, stimulants,... (PR Newswire)
Shazamstocks.com Announces Profile Launch of Millennium Biotechnologies Inc. Jan 16, 2008
The proprietary SURGEX(tm) formula intends to meet the growing demand of elite level professional and amateur athletes and their coaches looking for nutritional support in a marketplace dominated by products with no clinical proof of benefit, unsubstantiated claims, excess protein, stimulants, and banned substances ... Resurgex(r) and Resurgex Plus(r) are specialized, anabolic nutritional supplements rich in antioxidants that provide nutritional support post-treatment. (Primezone Releases)
AllPennyStocks.com Spotlights Millennium Biotechnologies Group, Inc. Jan 16, 2008
Resurgex(r) and Resurgex Plus(r) are specialized, anabolic nutritional supplements rich in antioxidants that provide nutritional support post-treatment. During the National Basketball Association (NBA) 2006-2007 season, there were several NBA teams that purchased Resurgex(r) and or Resurgex Plus(r) and had players using the products before and after practices and games. (Primezone Releases)
Malawians with HIV get pay rise Jan 9, 2008
I think this is a bad move by the government of Malawi our country being one of the poorest in the continent this will only push civil servants in this country to get infected by this virus in order for them to get this money $35 is a lot of money even to a middle class working family in Malawi if the government want to help people with nutritional support they should look at other means like food program not by giving them money. Robert, Malawi. (BBC News -- Health)
Malawi pays to improve nutrition of HIV-positive workers Jan 8, 2008
"It is not extra pay but a workplace programme for nutritional support for people to respond to treatment quickly," Mary Shaba, principal secretary for Nutrition, HIV-AIDS programme, told AFP. ... Shaba said the initial idea of the initiative was to help public servants carrying the virus to buy anti-retrovirals, but since Malawi introduced free ARV drugs in 2004, "the civil servants who are HIV-positive now need nutritional support.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Emmaus Medical, Inc. Enters Into Sub-License Agreement for Treatment of Short Bowel Syndrome Dec 20, 2007
Clinical studies of this combination therapy administered to SBS patients dependent upon TPN for nutritional support showed a significant reduction in the required weekly volume, caloric content and frequency of TPN administration compared to patients treated with human growth hormone alone. "This combination therapy offers patients a unique opportunity to improve intestinal absorption of food, which leads to a much better quality of life for SBS patients," said Douglas Wilmore, M.D., a board... (PR Newswire)
Fallon feeds the hungry for the holidays Dec 19, 2007
By providing these grants to regional food banks and food distribution agencies, we re able to reach out to thousands of deserving people and their families with food and nutritional support. Since October, Fallon has been furthering its campaign to donate $100,000 to various hunger relief programs in Massachusetts. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Foundation doles $127K to area nonprofits Dec 13, 2007
a $10,000 grant to engage and empower lower-income families through social, economic, job-training and nutritional support. Legal Aid of Western Ohio, a $10,000 grant to create a medical-legal program for children in partnership with The Rocking Horse Center free clinic in Clark County; and. (Dayton Business Journal, OH)
Nuvelo Phase 3 SONOMA-2 Trial Shows Alfimeprase has the Potential to Restore Catheter Function Dec 10, 2007
About Catheter Occlusion Delivery of chemotherapy, nutritional support, antibiotics and blood products, as well as the frequent withdrawal of blood samples for laboratory testing, are often facilitated via central venous catheters. Approximately five million catheters are placed in patients in the United States each year, with as many as 25 percent becoming occluded. (PR Newswire)
China faces challenge in supporting HIV-affected children Dec 1, 2007
Besides the medical treatments, Yin Yin Nwe also calls for more psychological and nutritional support for HIV-affected children. Editor: Wang Hongjiang. (Xinhuanet, China)
'Become a Drug Dealer' benefit to raise money for AIDS medication Nov 30, 2007
"Our chapter will help fund medication for children and their families in Africa through clinics, infrastructure and by providing nutritional support," Buress said. A national and student organization, Keep a Child Alive was registered at SU in fall 2006, Buress said. (Daily Orange, NY)
Bringing HIV Help Into Homes Nov 29, 2007
Marion conducts a quick medical checkup, Sister Peninah helps with pill counts to ensure clients are taking their drugs correctly and Josephine takes notes to return the next day with needed medications and nutritional support. Our first visit is with a frail, middle-aged woman referred to the project by a community member because she continues to fall sick. (AlertNet)
Malnutrition 'a widespread risk' Nov 28, 2007
" MALNUTRITION EFFECTS Impaired immune responses Reduced muscle strength and fatigue Increased difficulties in breathing Impaired thermoregulation Impaired wound healing Apathy, depression and self-neglect Poor libido In 2004, the Department of Health issued core standards for the NHS which commit trusts to providing patients with a balanced and nutritional diet. Two years later, the National Institute for Clinical Excellence issued guidelines recommending that all new patients be routinely... (BBC News -- Health)
International Medical Corps Expands Services as One Million Somalis Are Displaced Nov 24, 2007
Nairobi, Kenya/Los Angeles, CA, November 23, 2007 - International Medical Corps will provide basic health care and nutritional support to thousands of desperate, displaced Somalis who have been stranded in appalling conditions in Afgoye ... Without special care and nutritional support these children are at a high risk of dying. (AlertNet)
Bringing Hope to PLWHAs and OVCs - WOFA Oct 18, 2007
The Campaign is aimed at raising funds, primarily from working class Ghanaians and other nationals residing in Ghana, to procure drugs (antiretroviral), boosters and nutritional support for Children infected with HIV/AIDS in Ghana ... By the end of the (active) Campaign period, raise enough funds to support the provision of a years supply of ARTs, Boosters and/or nutritional support for at least three hundred and fifty (350) infected OVCs should be raised; Help with a better integration of OVCs... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
WOFA Launches One-For-One Campaign Oct 2, 2007
The objective of the One-For-One campaign fundraising is to raise enough funds to support the provision of a years supply of antiretrovirals, boosters and where needed, nutritional support, for at least 350 infected children by the end of the campaign period, and also to help with better integration of OVCs in society by getting them to look healthy and also access educational opportunities, where possible. The campaign is aimed at the working class, both young and old, professionals, in the... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Positive women appeal to govt to look beyond ART Oct 1, 2007
The questions that are being raised by many HIV positive women today are the side effects of the ART drugs and the need for nutritional support. An HIV positive woman who was widowed 15 years ago said, "The ART drugs are very strong and have many side effects. After 5 years of ART I am suffering from tension, short-term memory loss, etc. The doctor said I should take nutritious food like banana, eggs, fish, milk. But in the struggle to meet the daily barest needs, I can`t think beyond the daily... (KanglaOnline)
From Bukalo to the Bishop Walker Dinner: Celebrating the Empowerment of Women in Africa Sep 26, 2007
These eggs were then distributed to those clients in greatest need of nutritional support particularly those living with HIV receiving anti-retroviral therapy clients like Jen. Each week Jen received eggs which she then boiled and gave to her children alongside buhobe. (allAfrica.com)
Survey to tackle UK malnutrition Sep 25, 2007
Two years later, the National Institute for Clinical Excellence issued guidelines recommending that all new patients be routinely screened on admission and offered specialist nutritional support if necessary. But charities such as Age Concern complain malnutrition remains prevalent because policy is not necessarily being put into practice. (BBC News -- UK)
* Banana peel holds promise for moody patients: scientists Sep 18, 2007
Banana peel contains lutein, an antioxidant from the carotenoid family, which provides nutritional support to the eyes. Lutein can also be found in green, leafy vegetables, certain types of fruit and corn. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
The Prem Rawat Foundation Supports Disaster-Relief Efforts in Mozambique Sep 15, 2007
In recognition of the Foundation's contribution for flood relief, Graca Machel, FDC president of the board and Nelson Mandela's wife, said: "We would like to express our sincere gratitude to The Prem Rawat Foundation. Thanks to your support, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, and their families in the benefited areas can now cope with the extreme difficulties posed by the natural disasters." The goals of the project were to encourage community members to keep children in school through... (PR Newswire)
WFP report shows serious hunger threat for flood victims in DPRK Sep 9, 2007
A food security assessment prepared by WFP indicates that thousands of people recovering from devastating August floods in the Democratic People s Republic of Korea () require immediate and continued humanitarian food assistance including nutritional support for children and other vulnerable persons in the heavily-flooded counties. Immediately following the floods, the DPRK Government gave WFP extensive access and cooperation to assess the disaster s impact on food security. (AlertNet)
UN: North Korea Needs Immediate Food Aid Sep 8, 2007
A statement issued by the WFP regional office in Bangkok said there was a special need for nutritional support for children and other vulnerable persons. "WFP is providing emergency food assistance in 37 of the hardest hit counties, but we are also concerned that children and pregnant mothers are able to receive adequate food as these areas struggle to recover," said Jean-Pierre DeMargerie, WFP's director for North Korea, quoted in the statement. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Pregnancy may increase the risk of developing binge eating disorder Sep 7, 2007
Its very important that all women receive adequate prenatal care that includes nutritional support, said Dr. Cynthia M. Bulik, lead study author and William R. and Jeanne H. Jordan Distinguished Professor of eating disorders in the department of psychiatry at the UNC School of Medicine and the department of nutrition in the UNC School of Public Health. The findings were published in the August 2007 issue of Psychological Medicine. (EurekAlert!)
Edwina's Story: Celebrating the Empowerment of Women in Africa Sep 1, 2007
Africare now provides clean water sources, nutritional support, scholastic grants, peer education and psycho-social support in HIV/AIDS, vocational skills training (to out-of-school OVC), and income generation opportunities to caregivers, as well as organizational capacity strengthening to local governments, NGO partners, and community coordination structures in OVC service delivery. It has been well established that economic empowerment of women and their free participation in economic activity... (allAfrica.com)
Chewing over the research on HIV/AIDS and food Aug 22, 2007
Nutritional support is helpful. But nutritional support cannot substitute for the specific combinations of drugs required to cure the TB infection or reduce the amount of HIV to undetectable levels ... We need much more research into whether specific kinds of nutritional support can assist in staving off the day when antiretroviral drugs are absolutely required. (Business Day)
South Africa: Health Minister Under Fire From Scientists Aug 22, 2007
The scientists emphasised the urgent need for research into the nutritional support required by those infected with HIV and TB.. 2007 Business Day. (allAfrica.com)
Senior Services receives McMurry grant Aug 19, 2007
All programs and services through Central Wyoming Senior Services are designed to enhance the ability of the over-60 population in Natrona County to stay active, healthy and independent by offering activities, nutritional support and services to meet their changing needs. "The grant will enable our program to better serve the over-60 population by expanding our current facility to double the area of the dining room, add additional activity space, client restrooms, an additional serving line,... (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Three-year-old facing uphill battle against Wilms' tumor Aug 17, 2007
It can be used for blood tests, medications, chemotherapy, blood products and nutritional support. She had a blood transfusion and has started six months of chemotherapy. (Pratt Tribune, KS)
End of Life Hospice Care Underused Jul 27, 2007
"Because she got this nutritional support, she lived for more than a month and got to see her daughter get married," said Wright. Doolin's condition did deteriorate soon after, however. (MEDLINEplus)
Children Don't Need To Go Hungry This Summer Jul 6, 2007
Families who ordinarily receive nutritional support during the school year, Needelman explained, can obtain a referral through schools or by calling individual organizations. "Long Island Cares refers those families to our food pantries or soup kitchens," she said. (Suffolk Life Newspapers, NY)
Dry heat, scorching winds are plant killers Jul 4, 2007
Early and intense heat can also rush a plant into premature fruit or seed development without the benefits of the nutritional support of appropriate photosynthesis. A plant s temperature usually runs just above air temperature. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis Jun 27, 2007
A similar study using promising treatments such as and nutritional support, for instance increased , would be worthwhile. for Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis" title="Start a discussion for Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis" style="margin-bottom:-3px; padding:2px 2px 2px 1px". (Suite101.com)
Creating awareness of HIV/AIDS in Gulu Jun 21, 2007
Additionally, twelve FSP families with HIV positive children receive additional nutritional support, medical care and counselling. The Concordia Volunteer Abroad Programme (CVAP) from Concordia University in Canada, which partners with SOS Children's Village Gulu, and a local community-based organisation, Health Alert, recently organised a joint HIV/AIDS awareness week, during which radio announcements and talk shows took place. (AlertNet)
International Medical Corps starts new mission in war torn northeastern Central African Republic Jun 15, 2007
For the first time in months, if not years, these populations will receive badly needed medical assistance and nutritional support ... "The humanitarian crisis in this part of the Central African Republic seemed all but forgotten. IMC is very pleased that we will be able to support people who have suffered for many years. We are ready to go to the most remote and volatile area of this country and start assisting the population with health and nutritional support," says Ben Hemingway, IMC Senior... (AlertNet)
South Africa: Reduced HIV and Aids Pregnancies - Health Dept Jun 9, 2007
"I am happy to announce that the 2006 antenatal survey results show a statistically significant decrease in the prevalence of HIV amongst pregnant women who use public health facilities. "This is mainly as a result of our continued focus on prevention as the mainstay of our response to combat HIV and lead to an HIV free society," said Minister Tshabalala-Msimang during her budget vote Thursday.The department and its partners have also developed the National Strategic Plan for HIV and AIDS for... (AllAfrica.com)
MediOmega Announces First-Ever Comprehensive Nutritional System Patterned After Heart-Healthy Mediterranean Diet Jun 6, 2007
Feasting on real, delicious heart-healthy food and supplementing meals with additional, effective nutritional support is easy and simple. The comprehensive nutritional delivery of the MediOmega(tm) supplements ensure that you receive all the nutrition needed to achieve the full health benefits of the Mediterranean nutrient pattern. (Primezone Releases)
UN Agencies Issue Guidelines Jun 5, 2007
The package of care provided for in the plan includes counselling and testing services as an entry point; healthy lifestyle interventions, including nutritional support; treatment of opportunistic infections; anti-retroviral therapy and monitoring and evaluation to assess progress and share research. The UN agencies agree that icreasing access to testing and counselling is crucial in encouraging earlier diagnosis of HIV infection, which could maximize the potential benefits of treatment and care... (allAfrica.com)
New PetIntact Product Helps Pets Live Longer, Healthier Lives Jun 3, 2007
It is a powerful aid for breeding, providing nutritional support during pregnancy and lactating. About Intact Supplements. (BusinessWire)
AIDS victims remembered May 21, 2007
A competition for children living with HIV/AIDS, extension of nutritional support and gift presentation to people living with HIV/AIDS were the main programmes of the event. The 24th International AIDS Candle Light Memorial Day was also observed at the RIAC Project centre of IWCDC at Chingmeirong Yengkhoiba Bazar. (E-Pao.net)
CARE congratulates Sir Elton John for putting food first in the fight against HIV and AIDS Apr 18, 2007
Funding covers a wide range of direct support for people living with and affected by the virus, including medical treatment, shelter, education, counselling and psychosocial care, and nutritional support. About CARE: CARE is a leading humanitarian organisation fighting global poverty. (AlertNet)
Family Fears Contaminated Dog Biscuits Led To Dog's Death Apr 7, 2007
"There's a couple we're treating right now with nutritional support for the kidneys, some of them IV fluids, special diet for the kidney," Navar said. Twenty-two brands of Sunshine Mills dog biscuits were added to the pet food recall list because they contain wheat gluten tainted by melamine, a toxic chemical used to make plastics. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
South Africa: Food for Breastfeeding Moms Apr 5, 2007
The plan announced that HIV positive moms choosing to breastfeed would be offered "nutritional support". The KwaZulu-Natal health department has moved at lightning speed to implement this change in policy. (AllAfrica.com)
Questions linger on whale shark's death Mar 30, 2007
"The manner in which we treat animals in need of nutritional support is based upon best husbandry standards under the direction of the veterinarian staff," spokesman Meghann Gibbons said in an e-mail. The aquarium said it is awaiting results from other laboratories to learn more about Ralph's demise. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Mama's Kitchen serves up meals to critically ill Mar 23, 2007
"Nutrition is a critical piece of the well-being and improved prognosis of people who are ill," said Alberto Cortes, executive director of the San Diego-based Mama's Kitchen, which was founded in 1990 as a nutritional support system for men, women and children affected by AIDS.. Many times, the organization's volunteers are the only link to the outside world that the clients have during the course of the day, said Cortes. (North County Times)
Discuss local issues at TOWN TALKNew holistic practice hosts open house this weekend Mar 22, 2007
Kriz is hosting an open house this Sunday, March 25 from noon to 5 p.m. At the open house in addition to refreshments and free chair massages there will be five high quality handcrafted jewelry experts from Milford, Prospect and Bethany Kriz said she is already looking into the future and is considering adding naturopathic and nutritional support for her clients. Bethany Bodyworks is located at 41 Village Lane, Bethany 393-1500. (Orange Bulletin, CT)
Long road home Mar 18, 2007
"He needed critical care. He needed therapy. He needed nutritional support. He needed psychological support. We are a packaged deal," Latenser said. Cody had the meningitis vaccine; the vaccine aims to prevent most but not all strains of the disease. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Hospitals battle malnutrition Mar 17, 2007
Sunatrio attributed this situation to a lack of knowledge among physicians and other medical workers regarding nutritional support for the ill. "Curriculum on nutrition is not properly taught at our medical schools. As a result, most doctors do not have enough knowledge on the topic," Sunatrio said on the sidelines of a seminar on nutrition held in Jakarta and sponsored by pharmaceutical giant Fresenius Kabi. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia)
South Africa: New Gov't HIV-Aids Plan to Be Presented Mar 11, 2007
com: South Africa: Draft Plan On HIV And Aids to Be Presented This Week (Page 1 of 1). Use our pull-down menus to find more stories. (allAfrica.com)
Pentec Health Hires Kemp Mar 8, 2007
is a provider of nutritional support for dialysis patients and services for pain management. Dirigo Telecommunications, based in Portland, Maine, provides communications solutions for small and medium-size businesses. (AdWeek)
New Eukanuba Customized Pet Nutrition Helps Bring Out the Magnificence in Your Dog Mar 3, 2007
-- Eukanuba Weight Loss provides nutritional support for adult dogs that can benefit from moderate weight loss ... -- Eukanuba Sensitive Skin provides nutritional support for adult dogs that may experience dull coat, shedding, dry skin, and non-specific itching ... -- Eukanuba Sensitive Stomach provides nutritional support for adult dogs to help maintain a healthy digestive tract. (PR Newswire)
Violence, burned villages, abandoned health posts: IMC finds devastation and humanitarian suffering in remote area of CAR Mar 3, 2007
IMC will operate a series of mobile health units and offer nutritional support. The initial response will also provide emergency care for the injured and obstetric assistance for pregnant women. (AlertNet)
Diabetic Gastroparesis Feb 22, 2007
Please for full text and personal services. Michael Camilleri, M.D.. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Soy as Good as Whey for Building Muscle Feb 16, 2007
"Soy can be a healthy part of post-exercise nutritional support," Dr. Tracy G. Anthony of the Indiana University School of Medicine in Evansville, the study's lead author, told Reuters Health. While the body's skeletal muscle protein-building rate slows after an endurance workout, it actually speeds up after resistance exercise, she noted in an interview. (MEDLINEplus)
Read more... Jan 19, 2007
Medical teams also provide mobile health services and nutritional support to those in need in remote rural areas. Surprisingly, the situation in Chhatisgarh is only one of several armed conflicts occurring throughout India for years, with civilians caught between various belligerent parties. (PNN Online)
