Yearly Archives: 2010
2010
Medical liability costs in U.S. pegged at 2.4 percent of annual health care spending
September 7, 2010
$55.6 Billion Price Tag Large, But Not a Key Driver of Total Health Care Spending For immediate release: September 7,…
U.S. hospitals making only modest gains in adoption of electronic health records
August 26, 2010
Few Meet Federal Guidelines for "Meaningful Use,” Putting Potential Stimulus Funding at Risk For immediate release: Thursday, August 26, 2010…
Global Health Leaders advocate for expanding cancer care in developing countries
August 16, 2010
For immediate release: Monday, August 16, 2010 BOSTON, MA -- Once thought to be a problem primarily in the developed…
More than two billion people worldwide lack access to surgical services
June 30, 2010
Operating Theatres and Essential Surgical Equipment Often Unavailable in Developing Regions For immediate release: Wednesday, June 30, 2010 Boston, MA…
Bicycling, brisk walking help women control weight
June 28, 2010
Researchers Call for More Bike-Friendly Environments to Combat Obesity For immediate release: Monday, June 28, 2010 Boston, MA— Premenopausal women who…
Puffing in public housing poses serious health risks to tenants
June 16, 2010
Researchers examine risks and consequences of cigarette smoking to all inhabitants of multiple-unit housing; challenge status quo BOSTON, MA --…