Top Medical Hospitals, Press release and news information from 24-7 Press Release Newswire en-us http://rss.24-7pressrelease.com/images/24-7PressRelease_rss_logo.gif http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/ http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press_releases_by_category.php?cat=210 http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/illinois-to-require-insurers-to-cover-therapy-for-kids-106692.php Sat, 04 Jul 2009 08:00:00 GMT Insurance companies have historically covered only rehabilitative services to help people regain lost speech and movement skills. A new law requires insurers to cover children with disorders including Down syndrome, autism and cerebral palsy. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/phagevax-inc-creates-proposed-effective-singledose-vaccine-for-novel-h1n1-virus-commonly-known-as-the-swine-flu-now-reported-in-more-than-70-countries-worldwide-106746.php Sat, 04 Jul 2009 08:00:00 GMT A US based company has developed a new vaccine production method to combat infectious diseases now seen on a global scale - including the novel H1N1 virus and no-less deadly H5N1 avian flu - in a fraction of the time used by conventional methods. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/wrongful-death-and-recovery-rights-of-children-in-minnesota-106759.php Sat, 04 Jul 2009 08:00:00 GMT When someone loses their life as the result of another's negligent acts, the family has a right, under Wrongful Death laws, to recover for the lost life. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/riskwatch-and-kraasecurity-launch-new-managed-service-for-risk-assessments-106466.php Fri, 03 Jul 2009 08:00:00 GMT The new Managed Service offered by this partnership dramatically increases the distribution capabilities of the RiskWatch software to clients in all industries for a easy monthly fee. It includes new web-based surveys. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/craig-goldenfarb-named-chairperson-to-aajs-aed-litigation-group-106372.php Thu, 02 Jul 2009 08:00:00 GMT Craig Goldenfarb, a local personal injury lawyer, has been appointed chairperson of the American Association for Justice's Automated External Defibrillator Litigation Group http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/a-primer-on-crossexamination-of-defense-experts-106359.php Wed, 01 Jul 2009 08:00:00 GMT Every trial lawyer knows it--a case can be won or lost on the cross of your opponent's expert. Most attorneys have the skills for a basic cross-examination, but this article provides an additional framework for effective cross-examination of expert witnesses at both deposition and trial. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/lenore-cristine-mcdonald-msw-named-to-exclusive-membership-organization-106075.php Wed, 01 Jul 2009 08:00:00 GMT Lenore Cristine McDonald is an experienced healthcare professional http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/new-jersey-requires-nursing-home-bed-upgrades-106211.php Wed, 01 Jul 2009 08:00:00 GMT In April, New Jersey Governor Jon Corzine signed a bill requiring the state's nursing homes to provide residents with pressure-relieving mattresses that prevent bedsores. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/new-developments-in-california-rape-shield-laws-106213.php Wed, 01 Jul 2009 08:00:00 GMT Earlier this year a California court of appeals unexpectedly overturned the conviction of a serial sex offender, relying upon an unusual interpretation of the Evidence Code. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/keep-summertime-swimming-safe-106216.php Wed, 01 Jul 2009 08:00:00 GMT While a swimming pool is a great place for families and friends to have summertime fun, dangers can lurk beneath its surface. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/immigrationtracker-and-tracker-i9-consolidate-under-new-name-of-tracker-corp-106358.php Tue, 30 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT On-Demand Compliance Software Firm Re-brands with New Name, Tracker Corp, and Corporate Website, trackercorp.com http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/federal-law-protects-auto-lessors-106118.php Tue, 30 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT New York law allowed those injured in an auto accident caused by someone driving a leased vehicle to hold the leasing company liable for their injuries. In 2005 Congress passed the Graves Amendment, cutting off a potential source of recovery. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/botox-treatments-may-endanger-children-106121.php Tue, 30 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT The Food and Drug Administration has placed a "black box" warning on the use of Botox and related products. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/jill-a-rauber-honored-for-excellence-in-healthcare-administration-106094.php Tue, 30 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT Jill A. Rauber has 15 years of healthcare experience http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/sharon-r-dieter-rn-bsn-joins-network-of-leading-professionals-106105.php Tue, 30 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT Sharon R. Dieter has been involved in emergency room care for 17 years http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/driving-while-texting-is-taking-a-toll-105169.php Mon, 29 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT As tragedies involving public transit and text-messaging drivers add up, so does the research indicating that more and more people are using their cell phones to send text messages while driving. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/studies-show-hospitals-are-deadlier-on-nights-and-weekends-105660.php Fri, 26 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT A number of recent studies show that patients admitted to hospitals on nights and weekends are less likely to receive immediate urgent medical care than those admitted on weekdays. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/protect-yourself-with-uninsured-motorist-coverage-105661.php Fri, 26 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT If you are in a car accident and the at-fault driver does not have any insurance or not enough to cover your damages, your own uninsured/underinsured coverage will apply to cover your losses. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/pace-aims-to-keep-seniors-in-their-homes-105665.php Fri, 26 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT The federal Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) is a health care model aimed at allowing the elderly to age in place. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/amputation-injuries-medical-and-legal-issues-105666.php Fri, 26 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT A serious injury such as an amputation has the potential to dramatically change a person's life. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/changes-to-illinois-dui-laws-consequences-for-outofstate-drivers-105667.php Fri, 26 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT The new DUI laws in Illinois have particularly negative consequences for people arrested for drunk driving who have out-of-state drivers' licenses. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/riding-your-bicycle-how-to-protect-yourself-105668.php Fri, 26 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT More people are looking for alternative means of transportation, such as bicycles. This has led to more collisions between bicycles and motor vehicles, often causing severe injuries. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/protecting-patients-through-careful-credentialing-and-privileging-105349.php Thu, 25 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT Hospitals must follow proper credentialing procedures and grant privileges cautiously; a thorough review of a doctor's background can help to ensure patient safety and avoid future liability. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/take-caution-to-avoid-swimming-pool-accidents-105350.php Thu, 25 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT Unfortunately, swimming pools, while providing summer fun, also come with a risk of drowning and other accidents. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/boosting-safety-for-texas-kids-105164.php Wed, 24 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT Texas children involved in car accidents face the prospect of disability and even death caused by seat belts designed for adults. A new bill has been sent to the Texas legislature requiring booster seats for children age 5-7. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/florida-to-clamp-down-on-pain-clinics-105215.php Wed, 24 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT The Florida legislature has approved a measure creating a statewide prescription database designed to drastically cut illegal trafficking in pharmaceutical drugs. The new Florida law, if signed by the governor, will... http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/motorcycle-rider-rights-following-an-accident-105251.php Wed, 24 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT As the summer months begin to heat up, more riders start dusting off their bikes and taking them for a ride on San Jose's roadways. Unfortunately, the more motorcycles on the road, the greater the odds of these riders being involved in accidents. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/reporting-initiatives-cms-changes-driving-rapid-growth-for-infection-control-software-105261.php Tue, 23 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT Healthcare providers rate Cardinal Health MedMined as the top infection control product http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/misdiagnosis-of-coronary-heart-disease-raises-risks-for-women-104995.php Sun, 21 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT A new study indicates that symptoms of coronary heart disease differ in men and women - a difference that can lead to misdiagnosis or the failure to diagnose the disease in women. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/dram-shop-actions-in-texas-104861.php Sat, 20 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT Some drunk driving accidents are caused by individuals who are visibly intoxicated but are sold or served at a bar, restaurant or hotel anyway. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/serious-consequences-for-domestic-violence-convictions-104404.php Wed, 17 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT If you are convicted of or even just face allegations of domestic violence, your child custody and visitation rights may be threatened. A conviction can result in jail time and have an adverse impact on your career, military progression and freedom. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/victory-from-defeat-104406.php Wed, 17 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT Successes From "Take it or Leave it" Offers: In these days of the "take no prisoners" attitude of the insurance companies, the unrepresented plaintiff is at an extreme competitive disadvantage. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/emergency-excellence-introduces-emexcontact-turnkey-patient-callback-and-patient-satisfaction-survey-solution-104211.php Sun, 14 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT Emergency Excellence (EmEx) is pleased to announce the introduction of EmEx-Contact, its turnkey solution for performing emergency department patient callbacks and phone-based patient satisfaction surveys. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/michigans-superdrunk-driver-law-104052.php Sat, 13 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT Michigan joined the growing majority of states with higher-level drunk driving offenses, known as "superdrunk" driver laws. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/the-importance-of-medical-evaluation-after-an-accident-104077.php Sat, 13 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT Most people do not immediately think of making a personal injury claim following an accident, especially if they do not have visible signs of injury at the scene. The insurance companies know this and often attempt to obtain... http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/the-collateral-source-rule-in-california-personal-injury-cases-103905.php Fri, 12 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT People injured due to someone else's negligence may end up with a reduced award for medical expenses based on what his or her insurance company actually paid for medical care. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/protecting-californians-from-predatory-settlement-purchases-103910.php Fri, 12 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT Is it safe to trade future payments of a structured settlement for "cash now" as promised on many television commercials? These lenders see a ready profit in purchasing these financial agreements for mere pennies on the dollar. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/jim-black-ba-rrt-showcases-professional-brand-through-cambridge-whos-who-103875.php Fri, 12 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT Jim Black has demonstrated excellence in respiratory care. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/33-defendant-companies-named-in-asbestos-lawsuit-103589.php Thu, 11 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT This lawsuit alleges that the defendant companies failed to adequately test for dangerous health effects on people working with their products and failed to adequately warn Lawrence Baggett of the known health risks. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/arlene-branch-inducted-into-cambridge-whos-who-103759.php Thu, 11 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT Arlene Branch specializes in the pre-certification of patients http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/getting-driving-relief-after-a-dui-conviction-in-illinois-103437.php Wed, 10 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT If convicted of drunk driving in Illinois, you face severe penalties, thus when deciding whether to retain an attorney to assist you in a license-reinstatement matter, ask about the attorney's experiences at reinstatement hearings. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/fda-alerts-consumers-to-dangers-of-byetta-103444.php Wed, 10 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT The FDA received reports of six cases of pancreatitis in patients taking Byetta between October 2007 and August 2008. Two of those patients died. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/cheryl-foster-honored-for-accomplishments-in-healthcare-administration-103419.php Wed, 10 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT Cambridge Who's Who recognizes Cheryl Foster for leadership at North Ottawa Community Health System http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/james-j-baron-recognized-for-excellence-in-medical-imaging-technology-103575.php Wed, 10 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT James J. Baron honored by Cambridge Who's Who as industry leader http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/dr-juan-tony-osorio-named-to-exclusive-membership-organization-103618.php Wed, 10 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT Dr. Juan "Tony" Osorio noted for demonstrated excellence in rehabilitation http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/dr-mary-crowther-recognized-for-excellence-in-womens-healthcare-103752.php Wed, 10 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT Representing Arlington Women's Center, Dr. Mary Crowther joins Cambridge Who's Who http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/felisa-y-siywan-inducted-into-cambridge-whos-who-103774.php Wed, 10 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT Felisa Y. Siy-Wan honored for 40 years of dedication in pediatric medicine http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/pam-belcher-honored-by-cambridge-whos-who-103296.php Tue, 09 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT Pam Belcher noted for leadership development at LifePoint Hospitals http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/krista-gutchewsky-honored-by-cambridge-whos-who-103462.php Tue, 09 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT Krista Gutchewsky embodies Spirit of Caring at Good Samaritan Hospital http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/klas-report-takes-a-comprehensive-look-at-potential-components-of-meaningful-use-102972.php Mon, 08 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT Study evaluates which EMR vendor solutions have shown the most success at driving clinician adoption http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/fda-warns-of-acute-kidney-injuries-103006.php Sun, 07 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT The FDA says doctors who prescribe the OSP products should instruct patients how to prepare for their procedures, and tell them to avoid dehydration by drinking sufficient clear liquids before, during and after bowel preparation. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/new-york-construction-workers-at-risk-103007.php Sun, 07 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT All workers should be aware of their rights to these important benefits and all of the potential sources of recovery for their injuries. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/construction-deaths-take-toll-103092.php Sun, 07 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT Last year's spate of crane-related construction deaths in New York City transformed impersonal statistics into very personal tragedies that shook the city. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/failure-to-diagnose-cancer-103094.php Sun, 07 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT For most types of cancer, the earlier the disease is caught, the better the chances for survival. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/skin-cancer-early-detection-and-medical-malpractice-103102.php Sun, 07 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT Colorado has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the country. The beautiful Rocky Mountains are partly to blame. Quite simply, the higher the elevation, the more UV exposure you get. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/80-million-dollar-settlement-for-hurricane-rita-bus-fire-litigation-103122.php Sun, 07 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT The families of 23 former Bellaire nursing home residents reached an $80 million dollar settlement after almost four years of litigation. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/delaware-slip-and-fall-claimant-awarded-workers-compensation-for-all-medical-expenses-103170.php Sun, 07 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT After over a year of fighting for workers' compensation, an employee working in Delaware has recovered costs for her medical expenses through an Industrial Accident Board decision. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/ultrasonix-medical-corporation-opens-european-office-103171.php Sun, 07 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT Ultrasonix Medical Corporation, a leading developer and manufacturer of high quality diagnostic ultrasound imaging systems announced today that it has opened a new European office. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/washingtons-electronic-sex-offender-notification-and-registration-system-102964.php Sat, 06 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT If you are facing charges for a sex offense or other crime that could require you to register with the state's sex offender registry, it is more important now than ever before to protect your rights. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/birth-injuries-resulting-in-death-102967.php Sat, 06 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT On average, seven babies out of a thousand births suffer birth injuries.