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Get Vaccinated For Influenza; It’s Not Too Late – Alabama Department of Public Health
While the influenza season has not ended, most Alabamians still have not received the 2009 H1N1 vaccine. The Alabama Department of Public Health urges everyone to get the H1N1 influenza vaccine now that the entire population is eligible and in advance of a possible future wave of influenza activity. “Influenza is unpredictable, and we want to the public to be protected,” said Dr…
GE’s Anesthesia Solution Certified For Use In US Department Of Veterans Affairs Facilities
On behalf of the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Document Storage Systems (DSS) has completed the certification process of GE’s Centricity? Perioperative Anesthesia solution, making it the industry’s first to be certified under the new process. Certification indicates the solution is fully capable of integration and compatibility with the VA’s clinical information system, VistA…
Prolonged Period Of Cold Weather Ahead Prompts Warnings To Take Winter Precautions – Alabama Department Of Public Health
Alabama residents should take precautions as the state faces an expected prolonged period of cold weather. According to the National Weather Service, temperatures at several locations across Central Alabama may set new records for prolonged cold…
U.S. Department Of Health And Human Services And The Ad Council Launch New Nationwide PSA Campaign Urging Vaccination Against The H1N1 Flu Virus
HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius announced today that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is joining with the Ad Council to launch a new nationwide public service advertising (PSA) campaign called “Together We Can All Fight the Flu…
Swine Flu Vaccine Safety By Dr John Devlin, Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Department Of Health And Children, Ireland
A recent publication questioned the public health concern about swine flu and raised issues on vaccine safety and must be corrected. Pandemic 2009 (H1N1) or swine flu is a public health emergency with good reason. Since the WHO declared a pandemic in June 2009, swine flu is reported now in more than 199 countries approaching half a million confirmed cases and over 6,000 deaths.
U.S. Department Of Health And Human Services And The Ad Council Launch National Campaign To Help Prevent The Spread Of The H1N1 Flu Virus
Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius announced today that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is joining with The Ad Council to launch a series of national television public service advertisements (PSAs) designed to encourage Americans to take steps to protect themselves from the 2009 H1N1 flu virus. The ads are designed specifically to reach children, parents, pregnant women and young adults.
Nebraska Department Of Health And Human Services To Hold Six Hearings July 16 In Lincoln
The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) will hold six public hearings July 16, 2009. These hearings will take place in Lincoln at the State Office Building, 301 Centennial Mall South, lower level conference room A. The hearings are being held to accept comments on proposed regulations. Public Hearing at 9:00 a.m.
Ohio Department Of Health Confirms First H1N1 Influenza Death
The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) announced that a Butler County male in his 40s, who was infected with H1N1 influenza, died June 29. This is the first Ohio death linked to the pandemic strain of influenza. The patient had underlying health problems that may have contributed to his death. The H1N1 infection was confirmed at the ODH laboratory today. ODH is unable to provide further details about the patient to protect confidentially.
Oregon Department Of Human Services Selects APS Healthcare To Manage Expanded Statewide Medicaid Program
APS Healthcare, a leading provider of specialty healthcare solutions, has been selected by the Oregon Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of Medical Assistance Programs, to manage its statewide Medicaid disease and medical care management programs.
USA Health Budget Puts Reform First, Says Department Of Health And Human Services
Kathleen Sebelius, Health and Human Services Secretary, USA, highlighted fundamental reforms in President Obama´s 2010 HHS budget. Sebelius cited the rapidly rising cost of health care in the USA and the huge pressures that health care costs are placing in the country´s economic prospects. “This budget sends a clear message that we can’t afford to wait any longer if we want to get health care costs under control and improve our fiscal outlook.
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