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FDA Approves New Propofol System

CINCINNATI, Ohio—Sedasys, a Division of Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc. (Ethicon), this month announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted PMA approval for the SEDASYS System, a computer-assisted ...read more

Communicate Better at Work

In today’s fast-paced nursing environment every word matters. Make yours count. Choose your words wisely and be successful at work. ...read more

Choosing and Using the Proper Probiotic

This slide show will be helpful to GI professionals who want to learn more about probiotics, and can be shared with patients as well. ...read more

May is Celiac Awareness Month

This May (and every May, for that matter) is Celiac Awareness Month. This awareness campaign is sponsored by the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness and other celiac organizations. ...read more

Latest Headlines

New Laparoscopy Tool Announced

CINCINNATI - The Long45 Endocutter, a laparosurgical device with a shaft 4 inches longer than other endocutters, was recently announced by officials at Ethicon Endo-Surgery. Ethicon Endo-Surgery, a Johnson & Johnson company, reports the device allows easier access ...More
September 6, 2002
Posted in News, Industry Issues
New Book Links Grains, Obesity, Diabetes

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. - Tucson-based nutritionist and health educator Melissa Diane Smith has written a new book discussing the national surge in grain consumption, in addition to record-level incidences of obesity and Type II diabetes. Going Against the Grain covers Celiac ...More
September 6, 2002
Posted in News, Disorders, Industry Issues
Technology Aids Breakthrough at S. African Hospital

JOHANNESBURG - Officials at Milpark hospital have successfully completed a minimally invasive procedure to repair a ruptured congenital sinus of valsalva aneurysm. Professor Mohammed Rafique Essop, professor of medicine and cardiology at the University of the Witwatersrand, ...More
September 6, 2002
Posted in News, Industry Issues
Virtual Colonoscopy Reimbursed by Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield

ATLANTA - Officials at Given Imaging are reveling in their most recent success. The creators of the M2A capsule virtual colonoscopy have recently learned their device will be covered by Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey. "The capsule technology has gone well ...More
August 27, 2002
Posted in News, Industry Issues, Procedures
Coalition Formed to Prevent Unsafe Needle Disposal

HOUSTON - Citing the improper disposal of needles, six organizations have united to issue a national call to action. The American Medical Association, American Diabetes Association, American Association of Diabetes Educators, American Pharmaceutical Association, Association ...More
August 21, 2002
Posted in News, Disorders, Industry Issues
Study: Pain Meds Not Given in Many Colonoscopies

WILMETTE, Il. - A new study from the Institute for Quality Improvement (IQI) has determined that in more than 21 percent of colonoscopies, pre-operative pain medication is not administered. The finding brings light to the negative perception that often keeps patients from ...More
August 15, 2002
Posted in News, Industry Issues, Procedures
Ruhof Receives Multi-Source Contract

Premier's group purchasing arm awarded Ruhof Healthcare a multi-source contract for its Triple + Enzymatic Instrument/Scope Cleaner product featuring Ruhof's premium Brand Endozime( AW Triple Plus( the only enzymatic/detergent that removes all bio-burden. The contract ...More
August 15, 2002
Posted in News, Industry Issues
New Nurse Call System Aids Patient Care

CHICAGO - Jeron Electronic Systems, Inc., has created a new touchscreen computer system to organize hospital floors. Nurses can select the area they are working in to view the patient name and information, the healthcare worker assigned to the area and necessary equipment ...More
August 14, 2002
Posted in News, Industry Issues
Colorectal Cancer Drug Clears FDA Approval

PARIS - Officials from the French pharmaceutical company Sanofi-Synthelabo have announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval of Eloxatin - a chemotherapy drug to treated advanced colorectal cancer. The drug, called oxaliplatin when injected, received ...More
August 14, 2002
Posted in News, Disorders, Industry Issues, Procedures
San Diego Health Care Conference Announcement

SAN DIEGO - The Health Care Service Excellence Association in connection with Tri-City Medical Center, will host the third annual International Health Care Service Excellence Conference October 2 to 4. The conference will take place at the Catamaran Resort Hotel in San ...More
August 14, 2002
Posted in News, Industry Issues