Prevention Measures Making a Difference
The critical nature of prevention is gaining support and health care measures aimed at some of the most vulnerable, and costly populations are starting to take hold as Americans grapple…
Scripps Jumps the Curve by Tapping into Social Media Networking for Nurses
You Can't Ignore It...Social Media Networking Isn't Going to Go Away... Engaging in social media networking by health care professionals continues to cause hesitation. Despite the uncertainty surrounding social media…
Teribone Treats Osteoporosis With Noninvasive Systematic Approach
It was announced this week that Zosano Pharma, Inc. (Zosano) and Asahei Kasei Pharma (AKP) formed a collaboration to develop Teribone (teriparatide acetate), a transdermal patch treatment for osteoporosis. Zosano,…
HIPAA & Health IT: $872 Million in Incentives
The national EHR incentive program is rapidly changing healthcare operations, and as a result, an increasing awareness of health IT is accelerating the need to meet HIPAA compliance requirements for…
Where Does Health Care Fit in Herman Cain’s 9-9-9 Plan?
Now that Herman Cain sits atop at least some GOP presidential polls, I decided to have a quick peek to see what he has to say about health care and…
The Socialization of Breast Cancer
On the occasion of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we invite you to join HealthworksCollective for an exclusive webinar about the growing role of social media in educating breast cancer patients…
An Insider’s Look at the FDA
If you’ve read my blogs for a while, or look up some past blogs, you’ll see I have been frustrated at times with the FDA. Yes, they have a tough…
How Exercise Can Help Those Who Are Terminally Ill
EXCLUSIVE POST - EXCLUSIVE POST - Mesothelioma, lupus, and hepatitis are all considered to be terminal illnesses. Patients with terminal illnesses live in a world of uncertainty. They may be…
The Power Of Embryonic Stem Cells
EXCLUSIVE POST - Embryonic stem cells may offer the opportunity to cure many of our most vexing diseases such as diabetes or the ravages of heart attacks. They are present…
Life Expectancy Paradox Explained by Smoking
People with greater income or formal education tend to live longer and enjoy better health. The trend holds true wherever researchers look — in poor countries or rich ones, in…
