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MEDNAX Announces Expansion in Maryland with Acquisition of Maternal-Fetal Medicine Group Practice Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 6:00AMFORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.----MEDNAX, Inc., today announced the acquisition of Maryland Perinatal Associates, PC, a group of four maternal-fetal medicine physicians based in Rockville, Maryland.
Vaginal birth after C-section gets boost by NIH-convened expert panel Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 2:40AMVaginal birth after Cesarean section is safe for most women and more practitioners should encourage it, a panel of experts convened by the National Institutes of Health said Wednesday.
Panel questions 'VBAC bans,' advocates expanded delivery options for women Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 4:29PM( NIH/National Institutes of Health, Office of Disease Prevention ) An independent panel convened this week by the National Institutes of Health confronted a troubling fact that pregnant women currently have limited access to clinicians and facilities able and willing to offer a trial of labor after previous cesarean delivery because of so-called VBAC bans. The panel affirmed that a trial of ...
Panel Questions "VBAC Bans," Advocates Expanded Delivery Options for Women Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 3:21PMAn independent panel convened this week by the National Institutes of Health confronted a troubling fact that pregnant women currently have limited access to clinicians and facilities able and willing to offer a trial of labor after previous cesarean delivery because of so-called VBAC bans.
Researchers Identify Previously Unrecognized Genetic Disorder Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 11:06AMSPOKANE, Wash.----Researchers from four laboratories that perform diagnostic genetic testing of chromosome abnormalities in individuals with unexplained physical and developmental disabilities recently identified a previously unrecognized genetic disorder.
Women's Group Support Can Improve Birth Outcomes Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 5:33AMCommunity support groups can reduce neonatal mortality, and lower rates of maternal depression-provided that the population coverage is wide enough and the programmes are appropriately designed. These are the conclusions of two Articles, published Online First in The Lancet. Participatory women's groups have shown promise in trials in Nepal, reducing neonatal mortality by about one-third...
Maternal, Child, Adolescent Health Advisory Board meets Thursday Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 1:38AMLAKEPORT – The Maternal, Child, Adolescent Health Advisory Board (MCAH) will hold its monthly meeting at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, March 11, at a new location – the Lake Family Resource Center Community Meeting Room at 890 Bevins St. in Lakeport.
2nd HIV test due Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 10:31PMThe American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists came out with a bulletin in 1995 that said all pregnant women should be tested for human immunodeficiency virus, or HIV, during their first prenatal visit. Starting Jan. 1, a second HIV test is now required during the third trimester or upon delivery if there is no record available of the third trimester HIV test. There are many versions of ...
Medical board urges pregnant women to get two HIV tests Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 10:07PMSAN ANGELO, Texas —The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists came out with a bulletin in 1995 that said all pregnant women should be tested for human immunodeficiency virus, or HIV, during their first prenatal visit. Starting Jan. 1, a second HIV test is now required during the third trimester or upon delivery if there is no record available of the third trimester HIV test. There ...
Medical board urges pregnant women to get two HIV tests Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 10:07PMSAN ANGELO, Texas —The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists came out with a bulletin in 1995 that said all pregnant women should be tested for human immunodeficiency virus, or HIV, during their first prenatal visit. Starting Jan. 1, a second HIV test is now required during the third trimester or upon delivery if there is no record available of the third trimester HIV test. There ...
Itchy pregnancy skin irksome, not a threat Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:40PMWhy do some people have really itchy skin when they are pregnant?
1 in 5 At-Risk U.S. Babies Doesn't Get Hepatitis B Vaccine Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 3:25PMTitle: 1 in 5 At-Risk U.S. Babies Doesn't Get Hepatitis B Vaccine Category: Health News Created: 3/8/2010 9:42:00 AM Last Editorial Review: 3/8/2010
1 in 5 At-Risk U.S. Babies Doesn't Get Hepatitis B Vaccine Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 3:25PMTitle: 1 in 5 At-Risk U.S. Babies Doesn't Get Hepatitis B Vaccine Category: Health News Created: 3/8/2010 9:42:00 AM Last Editorial Review: 3/8/2010
1 in 5 at-risk U.S. babies doesn't get hepatitis B vaccine Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 10:14AMAbout one in five babies born to mothers with hepatitis B aren't getting treatments that have been shown to prevent the infection in newborns, a new study finds.
1 in 5 at-risk U.S. babies doesn't get hepatitis B vaccine Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 10:14AMAbout one in five babies born to mothers with hepatitis B aren't getting treatments that have been shown to prevent the infection in newborns, a new study finds.
Mo'Nique Portrays a Mother from Hell in Precious, but This Psychologist Claims That MOST Americans Abuse Their Kids Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:45AMThe movie Precious: Based on the Novel "Push" by Sapphire, tells the story of a teenager who is habitually abused by a mother from hell. And while Mo'Nique has won accolades for her portrayal of evil personified, Dr.
Mo'Nique Portrays a Mother from Hell in Precious, but This Psychologist Claims That MOST Americans Abuse Their Kids Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:45AMThe movie Precious: Based on the Novel "Push" by Sapphire, tells the story of a teenager who is habitually abused by a mother from hell. And while Mo'Nique has won accolades for her portrayal of evil personified, Dr.
March Of Dimes President Dr. Jennifer L. Howse Wins Prestigious Humanitarian Award Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:25AMThe nation's champion for babies has received the 2010 Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Humanitarian Award. Dr. Jennifer L. Howse, who has served as president of the March of Dimes since 1990, was honored March 2 by the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NIFD) at a ceremony at the Ritz Carlton in Tysons Corner, Va. "Dr. Howse has been at the forefront of a national effort to improve the ...
March Of Dimes President Dr. Jennifer L. Howse Wins Prestigious Humanitarian Award Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:25AMThe nation's champion for babies has received the 2010 Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Humanitarian Award. Dr. Jennifer L. Howse, who has served as president of the March of Dimes since 1990, was honored March 2 by the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NIFD) at a ceremony at the Ritz Carlton in Tysons Corner, Va. "Dr. Howse has been at the forefront of a national effort to improve the ...
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit approved at new ORMC Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:03AMMIDDLETOWN – Orange Regional Medical Center has received New York State Department of Health approval for a Level 2, 10-bed Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) which will be available shortly after Orange Regional’s new hospital opens in mid 2011.
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit approved at new ORMC Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:03AMMIDDLETOWN – Orange Regional Medical Center has received New York State Department of Health approval for a Level 2, 10-bed Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) which will be available shortly after Orange Regional’s new hospital opens in mid 2011.
Women Community Support Groups Can Reduce Neonatal Mortality Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 5:39AMTwo articles published Online First in The Lancet report that community support groups can reduce neonatal mortality. In addition, they can lower rates of maternal depression, provided that the population coverage is wide enough and the programs are suitably designed. In trials in Nepal, participatory women's groups have shown promise. Neonatal mortality was reduced by about one-third. Two ...
Women Community Support Groups Can Reduce Neonatal Mortality Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 5:39AMTwo articles published Online First in The Lancet report that community support groups can reduce neonatal mortality. In addition, they can lower rates of maternal depression, provided that the population coverage is wide enough and the programs are suitably designed. In trials in Nepal, participatory women's groups have shown promise. Neonatal mortality was reduced by about one-third. Two ...
Zimbabwe : UNFPA Shelters Expecting Mothers Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 5:30AMChimanimani — Chipo Maraidze, pregnant with her first child, has just arrived at Mutambara Mission Hospital and is battling for her life. She has been in labour since the day before but because of transport problems, has only managed to reach the hospital more than 24 hours later.
Zimbabwe : UNFPA Shelters Expecting Mothers Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 5:30AMChimanimani — Chipo Maraidze, pregnant with her first child, has just arrived at Mutambara Mission Hospital and is battling for her life. She has been in labour since the day before but because of transport problems, has only managed to reach the hospital more than 24 hours later.
Building and Safety reorganization, weed harvesting on supervisors' Tuesday agenda Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 1:26AMLAKEPORT – A reorganization of the county's Building and Safety Division and plans to deal with aquatic weeks will be on the Board of Supervisors' Tuesday agenda.
Building and Safety reorganization, weed harvesting on supervisors' Tuesday agenda Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 1:26AMLAKEPORT – A reorganization of the county's Building and Safety Division and plans to deal with aquatic weeks will be on the Board of Supervisors' Tuesday agenda.
Zimbabwe : HIV Infection - Positive Benefits of Male Circumcision Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 1:01AMallAfrica: African news and information for a global audience
Zimbabwe : HIV Infection - Positive Benefits of Male Circumcision Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 1:01AMallAfrica: African news and information for a global audience
MedCAREERS GROUP, Inc. Names Three Members to Advisory Board Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 10:13PMATLANTA, March 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- MedCAREERS GROUP, Inc. (the "Company") (OTC Bulletin Board: MCGI) today announced that it has named Dr. Ali Siddiqui, Dr. Richard Blanchar, and Eric S. Kreimer to the Company's advisory board.
MedCAREERS GROUP, Inc. Names Three Members to Advisory Board Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 5:25PMMedCAREERS GROUP, Inc. today announced that it has named Dr. Ali Siddiqui, Dr. Richard Blanchar, and Eric S. Kreimer to the Company's advisory board. Â The Company announced the formation of the Advisory Board in a March 3, 2010 press release which was formed to assist in the formation and execution of the Company's focus on facilitating the life and careers of healthcare professionals. Â
Indy Hospitals Combat Rising Maternal Mortality Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 3:49PMIndianapolis hospitals help new mothers combat post-delivery complications.
HIV infection: Positive benefits of male circumcision Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 2:06PMI must confess, at the outset, my initial reservations about the enthusiastic, and sometimes irrational, adoption of adult male circumcision as a strategy against the worldwide threat, especially the threat in our country, Zimbabwe, posed by HIV infection.
Worry over maternity provider's death rate Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 9:59AMHealth services at one of New Zealand's largest maternity providers are under the spotlight after it was found to have a death rate significantly above the national average.
Legacy Health to partner with SWWMC on expansion Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 8:48AMVANCOUVER — Legacy Health has entered a partnership with Southwest Washington Medical Center to help support the planned expansion of Southwest’s Holtzman Twins Special Care Nursery. Construction is already under way at Southwest to add eight Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit beds to the nursery.
March of Dimes President Dr. Jennifer L. Howse wins prestigious humanitarian award Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 9:35AM( March of Dimes Foundation ) March of Dimes President Dr. Jennifer L. Howse received the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases 2010 Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Humanitarian Award. She was recognized for her "tireless efforts and commitment to improving the health and welfare of millions of babies." The NIFD honored Dr. Howse for her work on the folic acid and newborn screening campaigns ...
Top Scoops Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 8:53AMA month before the first Paxil birth defect trial against GlaxoSmithKline was set to begin, the Associated Press ran the headline, “Glaxo Used Ghostwriting Program to Promote Paxil,” in reporting on a program called “CASPPER,” which allowed doctors to “take credit for medical journal articles mainly written by company consultants.”
Sick newborns forced to travel for vital care Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 6:08PMNEWBORN babies and expectant mothers in Scotland are being transferred hundreds of miles from their homes to receive vital care, according to a charity.
Martek Extends Multi-Year Sole-Source License and Supply Agreement with Danone Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 11:50AMMartek Biosciences Corporation announced today that it has extended its multi-year sole-source license and supply agreement with Danone, a leading worldwide producer of infant nutrition products.
Court rejects suit over new mom's death Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 10:49PMOSAKA--The Osaka District Court has rejected an 88 million yen damages suit filed by the family of a pregnant woman who was refused admittance to 19 hospitals and died after giving a birth to a boy in 2006.
Manatee released into wild in North Palm Beach Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 8:00PMPregnant and without her left flipper, a 1,300-pound manatee was released to freedom Tuesday morning.“She was so precious. I thought her skin would be smooth, like a dolphin,” said Rhode Island resident Jackie McConnell, who braved rainy skies to get her first look at a sea cow.The grey, 9-foot manatee was found in December entangled in a crab pot near Titusville in Brevard County. Since then ...
Statement of Anthony S. Fauci, M.D. Director, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, National ... Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 2:44PMAs we commemorate the fifth annual National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, we are reminded that in the United States, women and teenage girls accounted for more than a quarter of all new HIV/AIDS diagnoses in 2007 [ 1 ] and more than 93,900 cumulative deaths from AIDS. [
3 manatees on the mend released in North Palm Beach Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 12:02PM3 manatees on the mend released in North Palm Beach
Insufficient Vitamin C Causes Perinatal Lethality In Mice Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 10:26AMVitamin C is indispensible for life: without it, an individual develops the fatal disease scurvy. We obtain all our vitamin C from out diet and several tightly regulated processes control the level of vitamin C in our bodies. One protein known to be involved in controlling vitamin C levels is Slc23a1, but the in vivo importance of this has not been determined. However, Mark Levine and colleagues ...
Motion Announces its First Annual Excellence in Mobile Point of Care Award Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 8:39AMAUSTIN, Texas & ATLANTA----Motion Computing®, a leading provider of integrated mobile computing solutions, today announced from the 2010 Annual Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society Conference & Exhibition, the first annual Motion Excellence in Mobile Point of Care Award.
Regular community meetings Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 1:05AM • 912 Project Cochise County invites anyone interested in conservative issues to our monthly meetings. Please contact 912projectcochisecounty@gmail.com for a list of meeting dates and locations or to be put on the mailing list. • AARP Chapter 3123: Fourth Wednesday of the month, 1 p.m., Ethel Berger Center, 459-2655. • Adult Children of Alcoholics: Tuesdays, noon to ...
JCI online early table of contents: March 1, 2010 Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 4:33PMThis release contains summaries, links to PDFs, and contact information for the following newsworthy papers to be published online, March 1, 2010, in the JCI: "Staying alive: insufficient vitamin C causes perinatal lethality in mice"; "Common mechanism for more than 50 percent of cases of hereditary spastic paraplegia"; "Kidney diseases linked to the cellular process autophagy"; and "Uncovering ...
Staying alive: Insufficient vitamin C causes perinatal lethality in mice Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 4:33PMVitamin C is indispensible for life. We obtain all our vitamin C from out diet and several tightly regulated processes control our vitamin C levels. One protein involved in this is Slc23a1, but its in vivo importance has not been determined. However, researchers have now identified several crucial functions for Slc23a1 in mice: it is involved in absorption of vitamin C by the kidney and in ...
St. Olaf announces faculty promotions, tenure Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 1:59PMSt. Olaf Provost and Dean of the College Jim May recently announced that five St. Olaf faculty members have been promoted to full professor and eight have been granted tenure this year.
Children’s book helps raise money for challenging pregnancies Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 9:24AMKimberly Thompson had more than her share of challenging pregnancies.