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Assembling the Pieces: The Challenges of Autoimmune Diseases
Endometriosis, type 1 diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis all fall under the oversized patio umbrella of autoimmune diseases – a dizzying list of 80-plus diagnoses...Read More
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None of the Above
Governor Selects “Third Choice” on Medicaid Expansion
When it came time to expand TennCare rolls to cover those up to 138 percent of the federal poverty level (FPL) or decline the offer that included a hefty federal match, Governor Bill Haslam... CINDY SANDERS |
Highlights of MedTenn 2013
Physicians Tackle Tough Issues & Celebrate Award-Winners, New Leaders at Annual Meeting
Last month, physicians from across the state gathered in Franklin, Tenn. for the Tennessee Medical Association’s 178th annual meeting... CINDY SANDERS |
Helping Tennesseans Get Covered Collaborative Effort, Navigator Grant Assist Public in Understanding New ACA Options
Go forth and get covered.
Easier said than done … particularly if you are unsure of the terminology commonly used in healthcare policies, unclear about the way various options... CINDY SANDERS |
It’s a Women’s World
Noted Sexologist Returns to Meharry for Panel Discussion on Women’s Health
Despite her curiosity about the intersection of medicine and sexuality … particularly for women … Rachael Ross, MD, PhD, found there just wasn’t much offered in the medical school... CINDY SANDERS |
Crisis Mode People will talk.There are few givens in life, but one thing you can count on is that bad news travels fast. Clearly articulating your message can prove challenging under the best of circumstances... CINDY SANDERS |
Dear Addy Expert Advice from Area Advertising, PR Executives
Dear Addy:
I am part of the large healthcare industry in the Nashville area. What is your best advice to help set our organization apart and to keep us on the straight and narrow when it comes to effectively telling our story?
— Part of the Healthcare Pack... CINDY SANDERS |
The War Against Lupus In the world of autoimmune diseases, lupus remains one of the least understood, yet most complicated, diagnoses. The problem, rheumatologists say, is the mixed onset of symptoms from one patient to the next... MELANIE KILGORE-HILL |
Grand Rounds May Save the Date
May 14: Chipping in for Children™ Golf Tournament • Gaylord Springs Golf Links • 10am -8pm
The first annual Nashville Chipping in for Children™ charity tournament raises money for local Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at...
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| Making Strides Against Cancer Inaugural Black Dress Affair This Friday
This Friday evening, April 26, marks the inaugural "Ladies Night Out: A Black Dress Affair" event, which kicks off the American Cancer Society's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk of Nashville fundraising season. Planning committee members and cancer survivors, also known as the Fabulous Females Fighting Cancer, have planned a great evening with live music, dancing, inspiring stories, food, wine, beer, a silent auction and more at the Tennessee Armory, Hall of Flags, 3041 Sidco Drive, Nashville.
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Sleepless Nights May Hurt School Performance of Kids With Asthma
Title: Sleepless Nights May Hurt School Performance of Kids With Asthma Category: Health News Created: 5/21/2013 12:35:00 PM Last Editorial Review: 5/22/2013 12:00:00 AM Posted Thursday, May 23, 2013 2:00 am CDT
| | Pain a Common Problem for People With COPD
Title: Pain a Common Problem for People With COPD Category: Health News Created: 5/21/2013 12:35:00 PM Last Editorial Review: 5/22/2013 12:00:00 AM Posted Thursday, May 23, 2013 2:00 am CDT
| | Antidepressants May Be Helpful for Some Heart Patients: Study
Title: Antidepressants May Be Helpful for Some Heart Patients: Study Category: Health News Created: 5/21/2013 4:36:00 PM Last Editorial Review: 5/22/2013 12:00:00 AM Posted Thursday, May 23, 2013 2:00 am CDT
| | Removing Tonsils Helps Kids With Sleep Apnea, Study Finds
Title: Removing Tonsils Helps Kids With Sleep Apnea, Study Finds Category: Health News Created: 5/21/2013 4:36:00 PM Last Editorial Review: 5/22/2013 12:00:00 AM Posted Thursday, May 23, 2013 2:00 am CDT
| | Health Tip: Make Healthy Foods Taste Better
Title: Health Tip: Make Healthy Foods Taste Better Category: Health News Created: 5/22/2013 8:35:00 AM Last Editorial Review: 5/22/2013 12:00:00 AM Posted Thursday, May 23, 2013 2:00 am CDT
| | Health Tip: Protect Your Sight
Title: Health Tip: Protect Your Sight Category: Health News Created: 5/22/2013 8:35:00 AM Last Editorial Review: 5/22/2013 12:00:00 AM Posted Thursday, May 23, 2013 2:00 am CDT
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Best and Worst Places to Practice: 2013 - Medscape
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Best and Worst Places to Practice: 2013MedscapeOur data come from the Medscape 2013 Physician Compensation Report, Kaiser Family Foundation, Federation of State Medical Boards, American Medical Association Market Competition Study, Missouri Economic Research and Information Center, Tax Foundation ... | Posted Wednesday, May 22, 2013 9:10 am CDT
| | Old Crow Medicine Show gets lots of mileage out of 'Wagon Wheel' - Charleston Gazette
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| | America: What's more harmful, pot use or incarceration? - Alaska Dispatch
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America: What's more harmful, pot use or incarceration?Alaska DispatchBeginning with California's legalization of medical marijuana in 1996, a total of 18 states and the District of Columbia allowed prescription use. Now with Colorado and Washington legalizing personal possession and use of small amounts of marijuana ...and more » | Posted Wednesday, May 22, 2013 10:20 pm CDT
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| Assembling the Pieces: The Challenges of Autoimmune Diseases Endometriosis, type 1 diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis all fall under the oversized patio umbrella of autoimmune diseases... MELANIE KILGORE-HILL |
The War Against Lupus In the world of autoimmune diseases, lupus remains one of the least understood, yet most complicated, diagnoses. The problem, rheumatologists say, is the mixed onset of symptoms from one patient to the next... MELANIE KILGORE-HILL |
Crisis Mode People will talk.There are few givens in life, but one thing you can count on is that bad news travels fast. Clearly articulating your message can prove challenging under the best of circumstances... CINDY SANDERS |
Dear Addy Expert Advice from Area Advertising, PR Executives
Dear Addy:
I am part of the large healthcare industry in the Nashville area. What is your best advice to help set our organization apart and to keep us on the straight and narrow when it comes to effectively telling our story?
— Part of the Healthcare Pack... CINDY SANDERS |
The Move from Social Media Marketing to Social Business Strategies Earlier this year, Andrew Dixon, senior vice president of marketing and operations with Igloo Software and the former chief marketing officer for Microsoft Canada,... CINDY SANDERS |
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