Monthly Archives: March 2011

What is Multiple Myeloma?

Posted on March 31, 2011 by Connie Morrison

Geraldine Ferraro, the first woman vice-presidential candidate for a major party, died late last week from multiple myeloma.  She was initially diagnosed in 1998.  What is multiple myeloma? Multiple myeloma is a blood cancer in which a certain type of … Continue reading →

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Nutrition Tips: Reward Yourself With Fruit

Posted on March 31, 2011 by Connie Morrison

Treat Yourself and Your Health with Fruit Fruit not only makes for a great snack, but it can also satisfy a sweet tooth. Try these tips to add the recommended 2 cups of fruit daily to your eating plan. Start … Continue reading →

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Ongoing Drug Shortage At Hospitals

Posted on March 31, 2011 by Connie Morrison

There is a continuing prescription drug shortage in the United States.  According to a report by Premier health-care alliance, a group of hospitals, this shortage is costing $200 million annually and is increasing the chance of medication errors or inadequate … Continue reading →

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Nutrition Tips: Men and Women Are Different

Posted on March 30, 2011 by Connie Morrison

Different Diets for Men versus Women? Did you know that men and women have different nutritional needs and body types? Turns out that one diet does not fit all. Up to about age ten, caloric needs for boys and girls … Continue reading →

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Telemedicine Beneficial in the ICU

Posted on March 30, 2011 by Connie Morrison

ICU (intensive care unit) telemedicine, which is a combination of videoconferencing, remote vital sign monitoring, and electronic medical records reduces the length of stay in the ICU and lowers ICU deaths.   More and more hospitals are using ICU telemedicine to … Continue reading →

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