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AARP and RWJF collaborating with select states on national nurse education redesign program

Twenty states, including five in Medical News markets, are working on a dynamic nurse initiative redesigning nurse education to bolster the advancement of nurses...

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Reflux KO | Dr. Sam Pace, Dr. David Gilliand, LINX Reflux Management System.
Reflux KO
Torax Medical rolls out LINX procedure for GERD patients to select specialists

A few dozen approved surgeons specializing in gastroenterology procedures across the nation are offering a revolutionary solution for patients with gastroesophageal...

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A Sense of Independence | Continuing Care Retirement Community, CCRC, Independent Senior Living, Life Care Services, Erik Gjuillin
A Sense of Independence
Nearing retirement in an era when 70 is the new 50, it can be difficult to picture a time when you won’t be able to hop in your car to run errands, swing a club or a racquet, attend an exercise class,... Click Here for More ...
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The Trust Factor | National Payor Study, ReviveHealth, Brandon Edwards, Blue Cross & Blue Shield, BCBS, Cigna, Aetna, Coventry, Humana, WellPoint/Anthem.
The Trust Factor
Nashville firm reveals results of 7th annual payor survey; trust represents greater factor than rates

NASHVILLE – In the wake of national health reform, the trust factor between hospitals and health insurance companies is perilously low...

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CONNECTing Caregivers to Prevent Patient Falls | Falls, Fall Prevention, Quality Improvement Program, Balance, Gait, CONNECT Protocol, Cathleen S. Colón-Emeric, Duke University
CONNECTing Caregivers to Prevent Patient Falls
Preventing America’s seniors from falling is a national health priority both in terms of injury and cost. Yet, fall prevention programs have only proven to be marginally successful over the long term... Click Here for More ...
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