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SEED Competition launched in China

Roche, OrbiMed, and McKinsey officially launched the SEED Competition at the Beijing International Healthcare Industry Forum today. This is one of the first life sciences business plan competitions in Greater China.

9 Nov 2009

U.S. hospitals' profit margin increases to 8% in the second quarter of 2009

The median profit margin of U.S. hospitals increased from near zero in the third quarter of 2008 to more than 8 percent in the second quarter of 2009, according to an analysis of hospital financial performance published today by Thomson Reuters.

9 Nov 2009

Democratic National Committee commends the passage of Affordable Health Care for America Act

Tonight the House of Representatives passed the Affordable Health Care for America Act, landmark health reform legislation that will ensure every American has access to quality, affordable, stable and secure health care coverage. The legislation, which cracks down on some of the insurance industry's worst practices, would extend coverage to 36 million Americans and cut the deficit by $104 billion over ten years.

9 Nov 2009

Congress and the White House need to get health care reform done right: Business Roundtable

We are disappointed by the passage of a House bill that we cannot support. The House legislation contains many provisions that will threaten the coverage that 177 million Americans currently have through the employer-based system. Not only does it establish a government-run health plan, but it includes a “play or pay” mandate for employers that would limit the flexibility employers have to develop innovative plans for our employees

9 Nov 2009

Operation Rescue Insurrecta Nex: "Our biggest battle is to stop the slaughter of children"

The following was released today by Randall Terry, Director, Operation Rescue Insurrecta Nex.

9 Nov 2009

National Alliance for Hispanic Health commends passage of health care bill

"Tonight the U.S. House of Representatives showed they have heard the voice of America's families by passing the Affordable Health Care for America Act. Now the Senate must deliver, without delay, on the promise of meaningful health care reform," said Dr. Jane L. Delgado, President and CEO of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health, the nation's leading Hispanic health advocacy group.

9 Nov 2009

Pelosi's speech on the House floor supporting H.R. 3962

Speaker Nancy Pelosi spoke on the House floor today in support of H.R. 3962, the Affordable Health Care for America Act. The House will vote on the legislation later tonight.

9 Nov 2009

Cardinal Rigali to support health care bill if an amendment preserving the status quo for abortion is voted upon

American Life League president Judie Brown released the following statement on the news that Cardinal Justin Rigali will support Speaker Nancy Pelosi's Affordable Health Care for America Act (H.R. 3962), provided an amendment preserving the status quo for abortion is voted upon.

9 Nov 2009

Statement from Speaker Nancy Pelosi after Democratic leaders' meeting with President Obama

Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Democratic leaders held a press availability this afternoon following a Democratic Whip meeting with President Obama in the Cannon Caucus Room. Below are the Speaker's opening remarks.

9 Nov 2009

Olympus Medical Systems and Opitz + Flierl Hospitaltechnik offer complete integrated solutions for operating theatres

Under the leadership of its Systems Integration business unit, Olympus Medical Systems Europa GmbH, Hamburg, together with Opitz + Flierl Hospitaltechnik AG, Heideck near Nuremberg, Germany, have agreed a joint venture to meet the technological challenges of constructing hospital interiors for the future, whilst expanding their positions in the market.

From Evident Corporation - Life Sciences 9 Nov 2009

Pain management physician offers house calls to residents of Manhattan in New York City

Davis Bregman, a pain management physician will now offer routine house calls to residents of Manhattan in New York City. Patients will be able to request a house call by calling the office at 212-918-1629 or sending an email from davisbregman.com.

9 Nov 2009

SBE Council's response to the passage of health care bill

In response to U.S. House passage of the health care bill (H.R. 3962), Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council (SBE Council) president & CEO Karen Kerrigan issued the following statement.

9 Nov 2009

Last-minute tactic by members to AAA to introduce an emergency resolution rescinding the AMA's support of HR 3962

Members of the AMA are trying a last-minute tactic to introduce an emergency resolution rescinding the AMA's support of HR 3962.

9 Nov 2009

USAction hails passage of the Affordable Health Care for America Act

USAction this evening hailed passage of the Affordable Health Care for America Act, which will make health care more affordable for consumers, hold insurance companies accountable and increase access to health care for millions of Americans through a public option.

9 Nov 2009

Speaker Pelosi remarks after passage of the health care bill

Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Democratic leaders held a press conference following the House passage of H.R. 3962, the Affordable Health Care for America Act. The bill passed by a vote of 220 to 215.

9 Nov 2009

U.S. Conference of Mayors commends the passage of Affordable Health Care for America Act

Today, the nation Mayors commended the U.S. House of Representatives on passing, the Affordable Health Care for America Act, a historic piece of legislation, and an important step in reforming America's healthcare system.

9 Nov 2009

Affordable Health Care for America Act gets it right, commends CWA

The Communications Workers of America commends House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and the House of Representatives on passage of its health care plan.

9 Nov 2009

eHealth CEO commends passage of health reform bill

I commend Speaker Pelosi, Ways and Means Committee Chairman Rangel, Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Waxman, Education and Labor Committee Chairman Miller, lead author Rep. John Dingell and their House colleagues for advancing legislation with the goal of connecting all Americans to coverage. House passage of this legislation is an important step towards reform and achieving the goal of covering the uninsured, an objective that has been a priority for our company from its inception.

9 Nov 2009

Health education on ID and stability balls, an opportunity for healthier life

An Indiana University study involving adults with intellectual disabilities found that the adults increased their personal health knowledge after taking a semi-weekly class for four weeks.

9 Nov 2009

Americans United for Life Action endorses amendment to prohibit abortion mandates and funding in HR 3962

Americans United for Life Action endorses a key vote today on the House floor of the Stupak-Ellsworth-Pitts-Kaptur-Dahlkemper-Lipinski-Smith Amendment, an Amendment that blocks any federal money from going to abortion in health care reform.

9 Nov 2009

Healthcare News

SEED Competition launched in China

U.S. hospitals' profit margin increases to 8% in the second quarter of 2009

Democratic National Committee commends the passage of Affordable Health Care for America Act

Congress and the White House need to get health care reform done right: Business Roundtable

Operation Rescue Insurrecta Nex: "Our biggest battle is to stop the slaughter of children"

National Alliance for Hispanic Health commends passage of health care bill

Pelosi's speech on the House floor supporting H.R. 3962

Cardinal Rigali to support health care bill if an amendment preserving the status quo for abortion is voted upon

Statement from Speaker Nancy Pelosi after Democratic leaders' meeting with President Obama

Olympus Medical Systems and Opitz + Flierl Hospitaltechnik offer complete integrated solutions for operating theatres

Pain management physician offers house calls to residents of Manhattan in New York City

SBE Council's response to the passage of health care bill

Last-minute tactic by members to AAA to introduce an emergency resolution rescinding the AMA's support of HR 3962

USAction hails passage of the Affordable Health Care for America Act

Speaker Pelosi remarks after passage of the health care bill

U.S. Conference of Mayors commends the passage of Affordable Health Care for America Act

Affordable Health Care for America Act gets it right, commends CWA

eHealth CEO commends passage of health reform bill

Health education on ID and stability balls, an opportunity for healthier life

Americans United for Life Action endorses amendment to prohibit abortion mandates and funding in HR 3962

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