MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'event'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 01:53:10 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5182219&cid=t_105111_136_f&fid=37846&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthinfoispower.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F08%2F31%2Fnocc-to-host-annual-walk-to-break-the-silence-on-ovarian-cancer-in-the-greater-washington-d-c-area%2F The National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC) Central Maryland Chapter announces its annual “Walk to Break the Silence on Ovarian Cancer” to be held on Sunday, September 18, 2011 at Quiet Waters Park, located in Annapolis, Maryland. The National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC) Central Maryland Chapter announces its 2nd Annual “Walk to Break the Silence on Ovarian Cancer” to be [...] (Source: Libby's H*O*P*E*) Libby's H*O*P*E* blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5182219 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:16:36 +0100 5182219 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5140250&cid=t_105111_147_f&fid=39273&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FePharmaSummit%2F%7E3%2FFd53TmsH-k4%2Ftips-for-pharma-on-facebook.html Many Pharma companies are hesitant to use Facebook as a medium to communicate with their audience, and many fear it is because they will have additional worries concerning the FDA and adverse events of their drugs. Mashable recently set out and shared a few better ways for Pharma companies to communicate with their fans on Facebook while connecting with them at them at the same time. Some of the tips: - Know who is making the decisions about buying your product.  For example, doctors are not likely to reference Facebook when searching about a drug.  But for many Over the Counter drugs, consumers will look online and a Facebook page could be a great place to inform them about that drug. - Use the Facebook page as a way to communicate, connect and listen to your co... ePharma Summit blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5140250 Fri, 12 Aug 2011 19:22:00 +0100 5140250 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4934484&cid=t_105111_113_f&fid=39278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogsite.mdbuyline.com%2F%3Fp%3D282 A blood coagulation test (prothrombin time test) that’s as easy to use as a home glucose meter and cheaper?  Wow!  Over 10% of all adverse drug events ending in a hospital stay are associated with blood thinners.  Because of this, regular monitoring is recommended to ensure the desired effect.  Unfortunately, the current technology is either costly or must be performed by qualified technicians. Currently, there are several point-of-care tests on the market, but the cost of the consumable test strips make it more expensive than laboratory testing.  However, the SmartStrip mimics “lab on a chip” technology but instead of fluidics, it’s based on microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) placed on a disposable test strip.  The result is a low-cost test that can be performed in minute... MD Buyline blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4934484 Tue, 14 Jun 2011 13:39:53 +0100 4934484 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4847997&cid=t_105111_107_f&fid=34860&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.corporeality.net%2Fmuseion%2F2011%2F05%2F20%2Fhow-to-build-interdisciplinary-understanding-among-researchers-of-aging-lessons-from-the-recent-center-for-healthy-aging-retreat-day%2F On Friday 13th May, Adrian Bertoli, Morten Hillgaard Bülow and I attended the University of Copenhagen Center for Healthy Aging (CEHA) retreat day at the DGI Congress Center here in Copenhagen and we have decided to bring our experiences of the day together in one blog post. Lucy says: Everyone involved in each of CEHA’s five programmes was required to participate and it was definitely a day of two halves. CEHA Managing Director Lene Juel Rasmussen introduced the proceedings and her talk was followed by short overviews given by each of the programme leaders. The morning was dominated by traditional PowerPoint based presentations used to display schematics, charts, diagrams and arrows that sometimes became overcomplicated and confusing. Then PhDs and postdoctoral researchers presen... Biomedicine on Display blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4847997 Fri, 20 May 2011 12:00:51 +0100 4847997 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4762766&cid=t_105111_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fshould-pharmaceutical-companies-get-involved-in-social-media%2F2011.04.28 Imagine you’re a pharmaceutical company product manager and your specific product helps people with a chronic illness, or a cancer that can be managed by taking a pill or an injectable medicine over many years. You want to be part of the dialogue patients have with each other. You want to be part of the community. Facebook users, and other social media participants, are increasingly forming groups around health conditions, big and small. You want to be there, because, after all, your company has invested hundreds of millions of dollars developing the approved drug and hopes this medicine, and perhaps a successor, will be on the market for a long time. This is an exciting time on the Internet and pharmaceutical product managers want to be part of health discussions. But it is fraught with... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4762766 Thu, 28 Apr 2011 21:00:44 +0100 4762766 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4653457&cid=t_105111_122_f&fid=36582&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSharpBrains%2F%7E3%2FzShGnBkdl60%2F Please note Summit Registration will remain open until Wednesday, March 30th, 4am US Pacific Time/ 7am US Eastern Time, just a few hours before Summit starts. To the 257 professionals, innovators and researchers who have registered so far: Welcome! You should have received an email with detailed log-in instructions a few hours ago, please contact us by sending a quick message if you haven’t, including your order number. To Learn More: 2011 SharpBrains Summit (Source: SharpBrains) SharpBrains blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4653457 Wed, 30 Mar 2011 01:27:27 +0100 4653457 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4627021&cid=t_105111_150_f&fid=35777&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPharmalot%2F%7E3%2FNOJeZsg0BdM%2F After months of anticipation, the US Supreme Court yesterday ruled Matrixx Initiatives was incorrect to insist that only statistically significant adverse events are required to be reported to shareholders, and allowed investors to proceed with a long-simmering securities fraud claim. The move has significance for drugmakers and biotechs, which filed briefs supporting Matrixx over concerns adverse event disclosures can be easily misinterpreted and lead to more shareholder lawsuits. Here’s the background: Matrixx Initiatives was sued for allegedly concealing side effect reports that its Zicam over-the-counter cold med caused people to lose their sense of smell, known as anosmia. By withholding the reports, shareholders argued Matrixx unfairly boosted the value of its stock. The Zicam ... Pharmalot blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4627021 Wed, 23 Mar 2011 12:07:16 +0100 4627021 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4610895&cid=t_105111_122_f&fid=36582&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSharpBrains%2F%7E3%2FWmRE0YNJTlA%2F Conferences have long been a staple of the professional calendar. Now, after a recession that has slashed travel expenditure, the landscape for events is changing. Sophisticated digital platforms are enabling virtual environments that simulate the benefits of real events, and attendees are beginning to shift to accessing subject matter experts and industry networking online. But can the digital environment really displace brick and mortar events, where eye to eye meetings and chance connections can justify the often costly registration fees and travel costs? In organizations where hundreds of executives and professionals attend several conferences a year at $1,000 or more each in total cost, a virtual conference at $500 can be attractive. Making virtual connections at an online conference ... SharpBrains blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4610895 Fri, 18 Mar 2011 14:49:41 +0100 4610895 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4532507&cid=t_105111_136_f&fid=37846&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthinfoispower.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F02%2F28%2Fmrs-australia-quest-finalist-veronica-cristovao-is-raising-ovarian-cancer-awareness-down-under%2F Mrs. Australian Quest Finalist Veronica Cristovao is raising ovarian cancer awareness “Down Under,” and she hopes to use the pageant as an international platform to further her ovarian cancer advocacy. Did you know that February is national Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month in Australia? According to the Australian National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre, approximately 1,200 [...] (Source: Libby's H*O*P*E*) Libby's H*O*P*E* blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4532507 Mon, 28 Feb 2011 20:06:18 +0100 4532507 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4294820&cid=t_105111_118_f&fid=34702&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fmspblog%2F%7E3%2FjVexktE5C_U%2F Joint Commission has announced the appointment of a new Medical Director, an Internist from the University of Pennsylvania Health System, Ana Pujols-McKee, M.D. “In this role, Dr. McKee will represent The Joint Commission enterprise as she focuses on and develops policies and strategies for promoting patient safety and quality improvement in health care. Her specific responsibilities will include providing support to The Joint Commission’s Patient Safety Advisory Group; overseeing work related to the development of the Sentinel Event Policy, National Patient Safety Goals and Sentinel Event Alerts; supervising the Sentinel Event Database; and overseeing the functions of the Standards Interpretation Group and the Office of Quality Monitoring. Dr. McKee also will provide clinical gu... MSSPNexus Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4294820 Sun, 26 Dec 2010 13:25:38 +0100 4294820 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4281407&cid=t_105111_122_f&fid=36582&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSharpBrains%2F%7E3%2FnnAVsOykJHA%2F We are honored to announce four new confirmed SharpBrains Summit Speakers: Nigel Smith at AARP, Peter Kissinger at the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, Keith Wesnes at United BioSource, and Ken Kosik at UCSB Neuroscience Research Institute. Nigel Smith, AARP Strategy and Innovation Director, is responsible for developing decentralized innovation models for AARP and for consulting with business units in the execution of innovation processes. Prior to AARP, Nigel was the Director or Product Innovation for Visa USA. Other professional experiences have been with McKinsey & Company, Goldman Sachs Group, and KPMG. Nigel holds a Masters in Business Administration degree from Stanford University and a Bachelors in Business Administration degree from Howard University. Peter Kissinger, Presid... SharpBrains blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4281407 Wed, 22 Dec 2010 17:56:40 +0100 4281407 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4241800&cid=t_105111_113_f&fid=39278&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogsite.mdbuyline.com%2F%3Fp%3D113 Each year, adverse drug events cost an estimated $2 billion a year to treat.  So, how can hospitals achieve the right medication, right dose, right patient, right time, and right route?  According to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, barcoding technology may be the answer.  Over the last few months, I’ve interviewed a long list of hospital CFOs with the goal of determining how they prioritize their capital spending.  Several years ago when I made the same series of interviews, ROI was the determining factor.  Now, as summed up by Debbie Schimerowski, CFO at Provena Covenant Medical Center, Urbana, IL, “Which project takes precedence depends on multiple factors.  Like a lot of hospitals, we have many assets that are at the end of their life cycle right now because mo... MD Buyline blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4241800 Wed, 08 Dec 2010 14:17:28 +0100 4241800 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4251169&cid=t_105111_113_f&fid=34634&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.emrandhipaa.com%2Femr-and-hipaa%2F2010%2F12%2F01%2Femr-safety-event-reporting%2F The PDR Network in partnership with the iHealth Alliance has launched a new reporting system for adverse EHR events called EHREvent.org. Some of these adverse EMR events might include: software problems, inadequate user training, security breaches and near-misses. Here’s a short quote from the press release about the new website: Using a standardized online format, EHRevent will collect reports from physicians and other health care providers who use EHRs, and create reports that medical societies, professional liability carriers and government agencies such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will use to help educate providers on the potential challenges that EHR systems may bring. The form breaks out the EHR safety events into 4 categories: Incident: An EHR event that re... EMR and HIPAA blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4251169 Wed, 01 Dec 2010 17:21:10 +0100 4251169 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4152268&cid=t_105111_150_f&fid=35777&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPharmalot%2F%7E3%2FOOnlSXgXxNo%2F Claris Lifesciences, which makes injectables and supplies intravenous bags, was warned by the FDA for a host of significant manufacturing violations at its facilities in which IV bags were contaminated with fungus and bacteria, prompting complaints from customers, including Pfizer, according to an FDA letter issued earlier this month. The numerous problems are so bad - there were violations concerning field reports, unapproved new drugs and adverse event reporting - that the FDA issued an import alert, which means products made at the main Claris facility in India are not allowed in the US (you can read more about Claris here). In one instance cited, the FDA berated Claris for its chutzpah. One customer, Sagent Pharmaceuticals, complained that IV bags had fungus, although there were no lea... Pharmalot blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4152268 Wed, 10 Nov 2010 15:19:36 +0100 4152268 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4152153&cid=t_105111_135_f&fid=35277&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblog.aac.org%2Findex.php%2F2010%2F11%2F09%2Fthe-rights-of-hiv-people-in-the-workplace%2F The following is a guest post from Chris Dixon, who agreed to cover a recent workshop on HIV privacy and discrimination in the workplace, conducted by the Hispanic Black Gay Coalition (HBGC) and Gay and Lesbian Advocates and Defenders (GLAD). AIDS Action Committee co-sponsored the event. Chris, a college student, is a CSR/Banker and HBGC’s Community Service Coordinator. Feel free to contact him at cadprince89@gmail.com. “Don’t ever underestimate the power of homophobia that is in the work place and what and what your job will do to get rid of you.” –Workshop Participant After that bold statement, it became very clear how important it was for people affected by HIV/AIDS to know their rights and the legal protections in place when it comes to the workplace. On Saturday... AIDS Action Committee's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4152153 Wed, 10 Nov 2010 04:20:47 +0100 4152153 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4139425&cid=t_105111_135_f&fid=35277&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblog.aac.org%2Findex.php%2F2010%2F11%2F05%2Fstories-of-transformation%2F “’People will forget what you said. People will forget what you did. But people will never forget how you made them feel.’ There is no more important work than what we do here. We transform people’s lives.” — AIDS Action Committee President & CEO Rebecca Haag, quoting Maya Angelou, at the 2010 Annual Meeting of the AIDS Action Committee A panel of five front-line staffers talking about their work with clients anchored the Annual Meeting of AIDS Action Committee of Massachusetts at the agency’s Jackson Square headquarters Nov. 4. Mark Forry, a staffer at The MALE Center, told the story of a young, homeless African American man in his early 20s who first came to The MALE Center because it was cold outside. “Literally, he came in only because he wanted to get warm,” Fo... AIDS Action Committee's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4139425 Fri, 05 Nov 2010 22:10:24 +0100 4139425 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4098057&cid=t_105111_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F10%2F22%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-october-22-2010%2F Anyone catch the Oprah Winfrey show yesterday? Tyler Perry was on. I was running around checking my computer, looking at my iPhone and cleaning up with the show running in the background. When I finally sat down to watch, I was moved by what I saw. Perry revealed the pain and struggle he endured from his traumatic childhood. While it was heartbreaking and difficult to watch, what he said was also hopeful. He talked about forgiveness, his ability to use writing as his escape and how he was able to empower himself and the little boy he lost when he was abused. It’s a touching piece. One that reminded me of the impact inspiring people can have on us and the importance of support through times of adversity. It’s a hope we all have for you as well. That you’ll read these posts... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4098057 Fri, 22 Oct 2010 13:20:28 +0100 4098057 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4065475&cid=t_105111_122_f&fid=36582&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSharpBrains%2F%7E3%2FerRhdya4ya0%2F Quick note: I will be speaking at the UCLA Technology & Aging Conference on Friday, October 29th, in Los Angeles. Please drop me a line or introduce yourself if you are planning to attend. The Schedule features many good sessions, including one on Brain Fitness: Description: Growing scientific evidence suggests that such strategies as physical and mental exercise can improve brain health and cognitive performance. This session will review the latest research supporting brain fitness methods, highlight new cognitive training devices, and discuss the challenge of determining the effectiveness of these technologies. Speakers: Bill Reichman (Baycrest), Steven Aldrich (Posit Science), Gary & Rita Considine (Garri Productions), Alvaro Fernandez of (SharpBrains). Moderator: Gary Small (U... SharpBrains blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4065475 Wed, 13 Oct 2010 12:30:46 +0100 4065475 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4013436&cid=t_105111_135_f&fid=35277&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblog.aac.org%2Findex.php%2F2010%2F09%2F29%2Fthe-laramie-project-ten-years-later-premieres-in-boston%2F In 2000, Moisés Kaufman and members of the Tectonic Theater Project premiered “The Laramie Project,” a three-act play based on interviews with people who lived in the town where gay University of Wyoming student Matthew Shepard was murdered in 1998. The words of law enforcement officials, people affiliated with the University of Wyoming, medical personnel (who learned of Shepard’s HIV-positive status after the barely-alive young man was brought to the hospital), as well as gay and straight citizens of the town were crafted together with Tectonic members’ journal entries and public records to dissect the tragic event and its impact on a family, a town, a college community, a theater company and the nation. As the 10th anniversary of the murder approached, Tectonic members returned... AIDS Action Committee's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4013436 Wed, 29 Sep 2010 17:32:40 +0100 4013436 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4013437&cid=t_105111_135_f&fid=35277&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblog.aac.org%2Findex.php%2F2010%2F09%2F28%2Fsupport-aids-action-at-dollar-days-with-boomerangs%2F Support AIDS Action Committee’s programs and services by shopping at one of our upcoming dollar-per-item, Saturday sidewalk sales, featuring great items from Boomerangs resale stores! WHEN: Saturdays thru 11/13, 9am-3pm WHERE: AIDS Action Committee, 75 Amory Street, Boston, MA 02119 Cash only. Furniture not sold at sidewalk sales. Dollar-per-item pricing does not apply at Boomerangs stores. In case of inclement weather, we will attempt to move the sales indoors. Questions? Contact Tory Stephens at 617.450.1251. (Source: AIDS Action Committee's Blog) AIDS Action Committee's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4013437 Tue, 28 Sep 2010 21:19:59 +0100 4013437 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4013503&cid=t_105111_147_f&fid=39273&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FePharmaSummit%2F%7E3%2F30Q1U9_mJBM%2Fjohn-mack-on-pharma-marketing.html John Mack, Editor & Publisher, Pharma Marketing News, who will be moderating the panel Take Value-Add to the Next Level—What’s Working and What’s Not at this year's Multi Channel Pharma Marketing Event answers five questions about Pharma marketing online with Doc TV: (Source: ePharma Summit) ePharma Summit blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4013503 Tue, 28 Sep 2010 21:06:00 +0100 4013503 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4003439&cid=t_105111_150_f&fid=38374&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FePharmaSummit%2F%7E3%2FRe16kWG_PNw%2Fare-you-using-right-platform-to-target.html Listening online is key to excelling with your audience online. It is important to look at the platforms your audience is engaging on and how they are approaching the topics they are talking about. The 360° Digital Influence Blog suggests that creating a Facebook fan page for a drug may not be sending the message a Pharma company wants to send.Where are your customers speaking online? Have you taken the time to find those places? (Source: ePharma Summit) ePharma Summit blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4003439 Mon, 27 Sep 2010 19:06:00 +0100 4003439 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3965476&cid=t_105111_107_f&fid=34860&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.corporeality.net%2Fmuseion%2F2010%2F09%2F14%2Fusing-our-collections-to-put-current-trends-in-microscopy-in-perspective%2F One of our basic aims here at Medical Museion is to put current trends in biomedicine in a longer historical perspective. Last Friday, we got yet another opportunity for doing this, when the new Core Facility for Integrated Microscopy at the Faculty of Health Sciences opened together with an international research symposium on the state-of-the-art of microscopy. In the hallway outside the symposium room, we displayed a selection of six of our most beautiful old microscopes that represent the development from early simple single lenses to end of the 19th century compound microscopes. The aim was to make the symposium participants better appreciate the beauty of early microscopes and the craftsmanship that has gone into constructing them. During the lunch break, I had a chat with Peter Even... Biomedicine on Display blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3965476 Tue, 14 Sep 2010 08:00:47 +0100 3965476 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3965644&cid=t_105111_135_f&fid=35277&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblog.aac.org%2Findex.php%2F2010%2F09%2F13%2Fwhy-nina-rides-for-team-aids-action%2F We’re just a few weeks away from Harbor to the Bay (H2B) 2010, an AIDS benefit bike ride from Boston to Provincetown, supporting HIV/AIDS organization in Massachusetts. H2B is an all volunteer operation, meaning 100% of the money raised through H2B goes back to its beneficiary organizations, including AIDS Action. This year’s goal for the ride is $400,000. You can help H2B reach its goal and support AIDS Action in the process by making a donation and sharing this blog post with your friends. Our 2,500 clients and the thousands of people we help prevent becoming infected with HIV each year will greatly appreciate it. The passion of our riders inspires us each year, especially our new riders taking on a major course like this for the first time. Read why Nina (pictured) dec... AIDS Action Committee's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3965644 Mon, 13 Sep 2010 20:34:16 +0100 3965644 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3925054&cid=t_105111_136_f&fid=37846&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthinfoispower.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F09%2F01%2Fcall-to-action-protect-expand-u-s-federal-ovarian-cancer-research-funding%2F Do you live in AL, CA, HI, IL, IA, KS, KY, MD, MI, MO, NH, ND, PA, TX, UT, VT, WA or WI? If so, one of your Senators sits on the U.S. Senate Defense Appropriations subcommittee that determines how much funding is given to the Department of Defense Ovarian Cancer Research Program. Ask your [...] (Source: Libby's H*O*P*E*) Libby's H*O*P*E* blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3925054 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 17:42:46 +0100 3925054 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3896099&cid=t_105111_150_f&fid=38374&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FePharmaSummit%2F%7E3%2F7ZJOJcAf6QE%2Fnovartis-increases-sales-calls.html Medial Marketing and Media notes that while the overall call rates for the Pharma industry are decreasing, Novartis has increased their sales calls in the first half of 2010 by 7% compared to 2009. The industry overall has seen a 1% drop in sales calls.Jason Fox, associate director of syndicated analytics at SDI, stated:“With the number of pharmaceutical sales reps being scaled back dramatically over the last few years, it's no surprise that sales calls across the industry are also declining. However, companies with new drugs or newly approved indications for existing drugs need to get the information into the hands of physicians and other practitioners, and in-person calls are still the most popular type of promotion, outside of product sampling.” (Source: ePharma Summit) ePharma Summit blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3896099 Mon, 23 Aug 2010 18:58:00 +0100 3896099 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3891789&cid=t_105111_132_f&fid=35011&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fmndoci%2F%7E3%2FcYQTfrxgPmA%2F It’s ACS time in Boston, and there is a steady stream of tweets from the conference which you can track. Prior to the conference there were a couple of topics related to chemistry on the web which I’ve been meaning to write about. Better late than never I guess. The first one is Chemicalize, a public website for adding chemical resolution to web browsing, chemical names and chemical structure files. The service “allows you to browse the web and see structures for chemical names (text) identified in the web page. For each chemical structure image generated, you can link through to predicted data from the structure. The service is free and will be useful to anyone wishing to add chemical structures and data to their web browsing experience.” Chemicalize comes to us fr... business|bytes|genes|molecules blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3891789 Sun, 22 Aug 2010 21:17:58 +0100 3891789 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3865408&cid=t_105111_136_f&fid=37846&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthinfoispower.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F08%2F13%2Fnocc-to-host-6th-annual-walk-to-break-the-silence-on-ovarian-cancer-in-washington-d-c-area%2F The National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC) Central Maryland Chapter announces its 6th Annual “Walk to Break the Silence on Ovarian Cancer” to be held on Sunday, September 12, 2010 at Quiet Waters Park, located in Annapolis, Maryland. The National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC) Central Maryland Chapter announces its 6th Annual “Walk to Break the Silence on Ovarian Cancer” to [...] (Source: Libby's H*O*P*E*) Libby's H*O*P*E* blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3865408 Sat, 14 Aug 2010 02:04:05 +0100 3865408 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3865465&cid=t_105111_150_f&fid=38374&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FePharmaSummit%2F%7E3%2FnV-b43OZWsI%2Fdoes-pharma-need-to-embrace-more.html Fierce Pharma looks at how many consumers are tuning out Pharma's traditional approach to marketing, and how they need to embrace a full circle marketing campaign. Digital marketing is where Pharma needs to turn next. Many companies are scared to embrace this new form of marketing, and the FDA isn't making things easier, as they still haven't issued formal guidelines as to what is and isn't allowed when marketing to Pharma individuals. Fierce Pharma pointed out that KevinMD also wrote a post looking at this topic in-depth. What do you think? how long will it be before Pharma fully embraces digital and integrates that marketing with their other TV and Print campaigns? (Source: ePharma Summit) ePharma Summit blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3865465 Fri, 13 Aug 2010 15:51:00 +0100 3865465 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3858384&cid=t_105111_150_f&fid=38374&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FePharmaSummit%2F%7E3%2FiHdtUlcLcSo%2Ftop-10-reasons-why-you-should-attend.html The Multi Channel Pharma Marketing Event, taking place this October in Princeton, New Jersey, is the one event that brings together product managers and marketing operations under one roof to discuss cross-channel media plans that will build brand value and elevate top line sales.Here are the Top 10 Reasons you should join us at The Multi Channel Pharma Marketing Event:● Get the Most Out of Your Agency Partnerships From Contract to Execution● Prepare for the Paradigm Marketing Shift Created by the New Economic and Regulatory Environment● Enhance Patient-Provider Relationships to Achieve True Return on Engagement● Adopt Actionable Segmentation Techniques to Drive Market Growth● Improve Mission Critical Managed Care Partnerships to Secure Market Access● Take Value Add to the Next... ePharma Summit blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3858384 Wed, 11 Aug 2010 15:58:00 +0100 3858384 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3780570&cid=t_105111_150_f&fid=38374&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FePharmaSummit%2F%7E3%2FmeRNcApK6Lg%2Fhow-do-you-reach-no-see-physicians.html In a recent article at Pharma Kinnex, they discuss how to reach doctors that are increasingly becoming no-see doctors. This promotes the need for a multi-channel approach to letting those doctors know about your products. While they will not see sales reps, there are multiple other ways to reach them, all allowing for the same voice and information to be passed concerning the drug you are letting the doctor know about. According to the article: By combining faxes, direct mail, e-communications and teledetailing along with your sales force call plan, promotional dinner meetings and conference exhibits you can greatly extend your reach and frequency. Read the full article here. (Source: ePharma Summit) ePharma Summit blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3780570 Thu, 22 Jul 2010 16:14:00 +0100 3780570 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3737137&cid=t_105111_118_f&fid=34702&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fmspblog%2F%7E3%2Fal2ss3PEDRg%2F One woman’s courageous response to a devastating sentinel event: My mother was critically burned during surgery in December 2002 when a topical solution was not allowed to dry before the doctor used a cauterizing tool. The entire experience was awful, but the worst realization for me was that nobody would listen. No one apologized, no one showed much emotion at all. All I heard was “mistakes happen.” I tried to find out where I could report the event, but discovered that often, I simply wasn’t believed. Before she died, my mother asked me to make sure that something like this never happens to another human being. Cathy Reuter Lake Founder, SurgicalFire.org (Source: MSSPNexus Blog) MSSPNexus Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3737137 Thu, 08 Jul 2010 12:31:39 +0100 3737137 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3718699&cid=t_105111_150_f&fid=38374&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FePharmaSummit%2F%7E3%2FQO1X5ewvc0Y%2Fsanofi-aventis-to-raise-awareness-of.html According to Medical Media & Marketing, Jeff Gordon is teaming up with sanofi-Pasteur to promote awareness of whopping cough. Television and radio ads will begin running in August, in combination with print, online and patient materials that will also be distributed.A digital effort will take place as well:Other campaign elements include a website (SoundsofPertussis.com) and Facebook page. By texting “SOUNDS” to 292929 on a mobile phone, participants will receive a text message five days later reminding them to get vaccinated. From the campaign website, visitors can check out Jeff Gordon's “favorite road tunes,” and download the songs from iTunes for $0.99 to $1.29 each. For every song downloaded (selections run the musical gamut, from U2, Sheryl Crow and Rascal Flatts, to Riha... ePharma Summit blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3718699 Thu, 01 Jul 2010 15:41:00 +0100 3718699 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3703016&cid=t_105111_122_f&fid=34755&url=http%3A%2F%2Fneuropsychological.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F06%2Fupcoming-event-perfect-mind-london-03.html Coming to The See Further Fest (Celebrating 350 years of The Royal Society):"A Perfect MInd". (Source: BrainBlog) BrainBlog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3703016 Sun, 27 Jun 2010 12:54:00 +0100 3703016 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3666229&cid=t_105111_150_f&fid=38374&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FePharmaSummit%2F%7E3%2FrK5RMrCJQDk%2Ftop-25-dtc-marketers-at-multi-channel.html Priya Brooks, one of the keynote speakers at this year's Multi Channel Pharma Marketing Conference was recently named among the Top 25 DTC Marketers. Currently at Bristol-Myers Squibb, she currently works on direct to consumer advertising on the Abilify brand.Her passion is the business: digging deep to uncover customer insights and to create a strategic foundation, creative platform and communications plan that make a connection with patients and drives response.We're also delighted to welcome Robert Maresca, who is the Consumer Brand Manager of Symbicort at AstraZeneca.While working on the Symbicort brand, Maresca has been part of a team that has won a number of AstraZeneca awards, including the Presidential Excellence Award for Brand of the Year and the “Accoladz” award for DTC Adve... ePharma Summit blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3666229 Tue, 15 Jun 2010 15:42:00 +0100 3666229 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3648572&cid=t_105111_107_f&fid=34860&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.corporeality.net%2Fmuseion%2F2010%2F06%2F10%2Falzheimer-opera-at-the-royal-opera-london-in-july-art-biomedicine-and-public-engagement-with-science%2F Here’s another new example of a apparently fruitfull collaboration between art and biomedicine – an opera called The Lion’s Face exploring Altzheimer’s disease and dementia. This time even with a public engagement with science twist. As Felicity Callard – who were involved in the production of the opera, and who just advertised it on the Neuroscience and Society mailing list – describes: Fundamental to the development of the opera was the sustained involvement of patients, healthcare staff, family members, as well as basic & clinical researchers. The librettist & composer visited the biomarkers labs, talked extensively to the various stakeholders and witnessed various practices of dementia care. The opera premiered at the Brighton Festival in May... Biomedicine on Display blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3648572 Thu, 10 Jun 2010 10:35:13 +0100 3648572 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3645057&cid=t_105111_150_f&fid=38374&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FePharmaSummit%2F%7E3%2F5jNMmZXIrHk%2Fwhat-are-some-of-myths-about-pharma.html Media Post looks at a several of the assumptions that the general public has when it comes to Pharma marketing:Claim: Physicians are being pressured into prescribing the medications by their patients unduly influenced by pharma advertising.Claim: Drug advertising promotes expensive branded drugs when much-lower cost generics are available.Claim: Drug advertising increases health care costs.Claim: Drug advertising leads to over-prescribing.Head over to Media Post to see their responses to these perceptions on Pharma advertising. What other perceptions do you commonly encounter when it comes to Pharma Advertising and the public taking the medications? (Source: ePharma Summit) ePharma Summit blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3645057 Wed, 09 Jun 2010 15:37:00 +0100 3645057 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3621640&cid=t_105111_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Fheart-attacks-more-likely-to-be-fatal-in-certain-areas%2F photo: Thinkstock Whether or not you survive a cardiac event could depend on where you are. Neighborhoods whose residents are poorer, less educated, and have more black residents yield higher death rates as a result of cardiac incidents. When researchers studied areas in Georgia, people who had a heart attack in Fulton County (Atlanta area) were up to three times more likely to die – and less likely to have bystanders perform CPR – than those who suffered heart attacks in other Georgia counties. Because heart disease is the number one killer of American women, it’s troubling to know that some deaths could be avoided if the victim walks down a different street. It’s impractical to avoid certain areas because there’s a chance you’ll have a heart attack while you&#... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3621640 Tue, 01 Jun 2010 19:50:48 +0100 3621640 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3618093&cid=t_105111_150_f&fid=38374&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FePharmaSummit%2F%7E3%2FW67mC4E4R7U%2Fwhy-should-you-attend-multi-channel.html What are the top 10 reasons you should attend?● Break Down Silos to Identify New Marketing Insights and Opportunities● Get the Most Out of Your Agency Partnerships From Contract to Execution● Prepare for the Paradigm Marketing Shift Created by the New Economic and Regulatory Environment● Enhance Patient-Provider Relationships to Achieve True Return on Engagement● Adopt Actionable Segmentation Techniques to Drive Market Growth● Improve Mission Critical Managed Care Partnerships to Secure Market Access● Take Value Add to the Next Level to Differentiate Your Brand and Build Sustainable Relationships● Evaluate the ROI of Your Media Plan Without Getting Bogged Down in the Data● Bring the Customer to You With Live Physician, Patient, and Payer Focused Break Groups● Debate the... ePharma Summit blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3618093 Tue, 01 Jun 2010 13:00:00 +0100 3618093 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3610321&cid=t_105111_87_f&fid=36438&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FCato-at-liberty%2F%7E3%2FQouqVrabNKY%2F By Jim HarperIn my recent testimony before the House Commerce Committee on a proposal to require event data recorders in all new cars sold in the United States, I pointed out that the mandate would go far beyond what is needed to ensure safety. Indeed, the cost of EDRs raises the prices of new cars, marginally reducing the pool of used cars and keeping lower income drivers in older used cars which are less safe. The demand for EDRs in all cars, collecting and transmitting data about all crashes, suggests that something more than statistically relevant safety data is what advocates of this mandate want. I put a finer point on these issues today in answers to questions propounded to me after the hearing. The proposed EDR mandate includes controls on the use of EDR information, a nominal pr... Cato-at-liberty blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3610321 Fri, 28 May 2010 19:13:18 +0100 3610321 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3592410&cid=t_105111_150_f&fid=38374&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FePharmaSummit%2F%7E3%2FNG7qrycqa-A%2Fmulti-channel-pharma-marketing-event.html The Multi Channel Pharma Marketing Event agenda is now ready for download! Brought to you by the producers of the ePharma Summit, the Multi Channel Pharma Marketing Event is the ONLY industry event focused on breaking down internal silos to achieve channel integration and maximize return on engagement. In order to compete, pharma companies are forced to rethink their approach as traditional sales and marketing techniques have been rendered inefficient and ineffective. Download the brochure today to find out more. (Source: ePharma Summit) ePharma Summit blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3592410 Mon, 24 May 2010 13:00:00 +0100 3592410 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3552222&cid=t_105111_87_f&fid=36438&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FCato-at-liberty%2F%7E3%2F5zsLLQTMgPE%2F By Jim HarperI was pleased last week to testify in Congress about a draft bill that would mandate “event data recorders” in all new cars. Automobile black boxes or “EDRs” are an issue that found me a few years ago when I commented on their privacy consequences to a newspaper and heard from concerned drivers across the country. My testimony to the House Commerce Committee’s Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade, and Consumer Protection had three main themes: 1) The Constitution doesn’t give Congress authority to design automobiles or their safety features; 2) Only a relevant sample of crash data is needed to improve auto safety—overspending on a 100% EDR mandate will keep the poor in older, more dangerous cars and undermine auto safety for that cohort; an... Cato-at-liberty blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3552222 Mon, 10 May 2010 20:25:46 +0100 3552222 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3549371&cid=t_105111_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F05%2F10%2Fmad-pride-movement-meets-in-toronto%2F I haven’t written a lot about the “mad pride” movement in the world, because frankly I don’t know what to make of it. I’ve lived my entire life seeing people I love devastated by the effects of mental illness, including a good friend who took his own life because of his deep depression. Contrast that with people who have been forcibly medicated, only to find when they stopped the medication, they could get better on their own, and I’m left scratching my head. Of course, these are just two anecdotes out of the millions of stories we live and breathe about mental illness. To me, there is no “right answer” about the One True Path to find enlightenment or to relieve one’s suffering from mental illness. So when I read an article in the Natio... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3549371 Mon, 10 May 2010 10:38:27 +0100 3549371 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3511780&cid=t_105111_150_f&fid=38374&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FePharmaSummit%2F%7E3%2F0M0CHYvQrGo%2Fsave-date-multi-channel-pharma.html (Source: ePharma Summit) ePharma Summit blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3511780 Wed, 28 Apr 2010 14:40:00 +0100 3511780 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3499098&cid=t_105111_105_f&fid=38964&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdrwes.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F04%2Fbad-looks-good-concept-bluetooth-heart.html Someone has to talk to this company about ergonomic engineering:What looks like a bulky female hygiene product is actually a health monitor that hooks up to an iPhone via Bluetooth, sending bodily information such as heart rates to the compatible app.It's not on sale yet, with Proteus' Raisin sensor only just being passed through the FDA, but it's another step for the iPhone into the operating room, after Apple showed off the Lifescan app by Johnson & Johnson at last year's WWDC, which works alongside a wireless glucose meter. Diabetes can analyze the glucose levels in their blood, with the information being sent to the iPhone app over Bluetooth.To their engineers: Any color but white or light blue, okay?-WesMusings of a cardiologist and cardiac electrophysiologist. (Source: Dr. Wes) Dr. Wes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3499098 Thu, 22 Apr 2010 20:58:00 +0100 3499098 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3463861&cid=t_105111_150_f&fid=38374&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FePharmaSummit%2F%7E3%2FL4GhYX1OYcw%2Fwhat-did-people-have-to-say-about-9th.html (Source: ePharma Summit) ePharma Summit blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3463861 Tue, 13 Apr 2010 13:00:00 +0100 3463861 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3436277&cid=t_105111_107_f&fid=34860&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.corporeality.net%2Fmuseion%2F2010%2F04%2F04%2Fcongress-for-curious-people%2F Events like the ’Congress for Curious People’ 9-18 April — organised by Joanna Ebenstein (Morbid Anatomy) and some of her Observatory friends and colleagues — makes me think that New York, NY, is sometimes a more rewarding place to live than Copenhagen, DK (at least if you are interested in curiosities and collections).  The Congress (which is done in conjunction with the Coney Island Museum) includes panels examining the collecting of curiosities, the history of ethnographic display and the interface of spectacle and education in 19th and 20th century amusements, and the politics of bodily display in the amusement parks, museums, and fairs of the Western world. It also features nightly lectures on topics as the taxidermy of a Victorian curiosity-collector,... Biomedicine on Display blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3436277 Sun, 04 Apr 2010 13:39:50 +0100 3436277 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3339654&cid=t_105111_107_f&fid=34860&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.corporeality.net%2Fmuseion%2F2010%2F03%2F06%2Fbacteria-drawing-at-the-hybrid-art-science-exhibition-in-sheffield%2F The Hybrid Art Science Networking Association, which is led by Leeds-based artist Paul Digby and Sheffield-based scientist and artist Lizz Tuckerman, enables artists and scientists of all disciplines to meet, and encourages cross-disciplinary interaction. It is supported by Arts Council England, Yorkshire. The Hybrid Art and Science Exhibition was held in various locations around Sheffield. My drawing was part of a collection of work on display at the Sheffield Institute of Arts Gallery. The piece selected for the exhibition is called ‘Bacteria Drawing’ and was made in May 2009. The drawing is a collaborative piece and is constructed from 22 drawings which form one large piece. It is about 170 cm in height, approximately150 cm approx wide and spreads about 170 cm along the floo... Biomedicine on Display blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3339654 Sat, 06 Mar 2010 18:12:11 +0100 3339654 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3318617&cid=t_105111_135_f&fid=35277&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblog.aac.org%2Findex.php%2F2010%2F03%2F01%2Fmarch-8th-event-to-honor-women-living-with-hivaids%2F The objective of our Women and Girls National HIV/AIDS Awareness Day forum is to provide a safe place where knowledge, experience, practical solutions, and messages about HIV/AIDS can be discussed and shared among women openly without the stigma associated with HIV. Our program is for women, by women, and about women infected, affected, or at risk for HIV/AIDS. Join us for a warm healthy lunch and spirited discussion. We will also have testing and counseling services available following our program.”   Contact Heidi for more information at hbright@aac.org or (617) 285-7755). Click here to view the flyer for the event. To learn more about women and HIV/AIDS, visit www.womenshealth.gov/hiv. There you will find easy-to-understand, reliable information about women’s risk factors for H... AIDS Action Committee's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3318617 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 18:20:33 +0100 3318617 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3298361&cid=t_105111_107_f&fid=34860&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.corporeality.net%2Fmuseion%2F2010%2F02%2F23%2Fin-your-face-outreach%2F We have tried many different ways of marketing our exhbitions to the prospective audience (posters, direct-mails, postcards, you name it) — with varying success. One of the problems with posters and postcards is the one-way communication; if people want more information, they have to make an extra effort. In connection with the new extra-mural exhibition ‘Healthy Aging: A Lifespan Approach’ that opened two weeks ago in ther main building of the Faculty of Health Sciences (see here). we tried out a more personal way to get in contact with our prospective audience. The idea was to give students and staff at the University’s Southern Campus (Faculty of Humanities) and the Faculty of Health Sciences an opportunity to put a human face on Medical Museion. So ... Biomedicine on Display blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3298361 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 08:00:09 +0100 3298361 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3276041&cid=t_105111_136_f&fid=37846&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthinfoispower.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F02%2F15%2Flibbys-hope-to-present-at-nocc-6th-annual-womens-health-expo-rejuvenate-finding-balance%2F On March 20, 2010, the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (Maryland Chapter) will hold its 6th Annual Women’s Health Expo entitled, REJUVENATE Finding Balance (NOCC Rejuvenate), at the Sheraton Annapolis Hotel. … On behalf of Libby’s H*O*P*E*™, I will conduct a seminar as part of Session II entitled, A Patient Advocate’s Perspective on the Importance of [...] (Source: Libby's H*O*P*E*) Libby's H*O*P*E* blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3276041 Mon, 15 Feb 2010 21:53:26 +0100 3276041 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3246839&cid=t_105111_83_f&fid=34856&url=http%3A%2F%2Finsidesurgery.com%2F2010%2F02%2Fposttraumatic-stress-disorder-ptsd%2F Pathophysiology 1) type of stress disorder with delayed, recurrent development of anxiety after experiencing a traumatic event 2) involves threat of or actual death, injury, or loss of integrity to self or others that is responded to by fear, horror, or helplessness Signs and Symptoms 1) detachment and loss of emotional responsiveness 2) depersonalization 3) intrusive dreams, thoughts, and flashbacks 4) cues of epidode provoke anxiety 5) active avoidance of stimuli or cue 6) increase startle response, increased arousal, hypervigilance 7) difficulty concentrating irritability 9) variable inability to recall all or part of traumatic event 10) restricted range of affect Associated Conditions 1) increased incidence of – other anxiety disorders, substance abuse, mood disorders 2) increas... Inside Surgery blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3246839 Sat, 06 Feb 2010 05:39:40 +0100 3246839 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3243958&cid=t_105111_132_f&fid=35011&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fmndoci%2F%7E3%2Fq4dBgmxh64U%2F There is a stellar lineup of speakers at the forthcoming Science Commons Symposium here in the Seattle area (actually in Redmond). The announcement is below. bbgm readers in Seattle can use the code bbgmto get a discount on the tickets In the spirit of Creative Commons Salons — global, informal events focused on bringing together the community around a central topic or focus — Science Commons will be holding a day-long event this February in Seattle. The event will aim to bring a broader understanding on the term “open” and all of its flavors when applied to science. From Open Access publishing and data sharing efforts, to more transparent ways to conduct bench science and the various “open”s (data, science, access) – the benefits of implementing �... business|bytes|genes|molecules blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3243958 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 15:54:12 +0100 3243958 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3239588&cid=t_105111_105_f&fid=36987&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FIvorKovicMd%2F%7E3%2FTbQk7cB8bOc%2F Organizers have published the video of my talk from recently held Mobile Monday Amsterdam event titled Mobile Health. Be sure to watch it and let me know what you think. Mobile Monday Amsterdam now has their own YouTube channel, so you can watch all those brilliant talks from their previous and future events. Tweet This Post (Source: Ivor Kovic, M.D.) Ivor Kovic, M.D. blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3239588 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 18:26:30 +0100 3239588 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3223445&cid=t_105111_132_f&fid=35011&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fmndoci%2F%7E3%2FIhl6NJ9H4mA%2F At ScienceOnline 2010 I had the pleasure of organizing a fun an intimate session on podcasting along with Dr. Kiki. The video for the session is now up in six parts. The entire set is embedded below (Source: business|bytes|genes|molecules) business|bytes|genes|molecules blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3223445 Sat, 30 Jan 2010 03:02:55 +0100 3223445 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3204898&cid=t_105111_105_f&fid=36987&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FIvorKovicMd%2F%7E3%2Fv7Wli_zLolU%2F In less than one and a half hour MoMo #14 will start at the beautiful location - De Duif. Watch the video below. Tweet This (Source: Ivor Kovic, M.D.) Ivor Kovic, M.D. blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3204898 Mon, 25 Jan 2010 13:41:15 +0100 3204898 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3193943&cid=t_105111_132_f&fid=35011&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fmndoci%2F%7E3%2FG-4Ety_RsLQ%2F My obvious biases are going to come out in this post, but it needs to be written. Bora and Anton organize this great conference every January that allows many people to get together to discuss science on the web. As always, I quite enjoyed the event, mostly cause of the social interactions, and some excellent sessions. This year I got to finally meet in person Pawel Szczesny, Steve Koch, Dr. Kiki, and Michael Habib (I am sure I’ve missed someone). Jonathan Eisen has a great post (and this funny one) about the event. Having said that, I find something troubling. There are far too many sessions on journalism and policy, and far too little on doing science and even less on the “developer” side of things. So consider this post a call to action. Next year, we should get better... business|bytes|genes|molecules blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3193943 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 05:05:03 +0100 3193943 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3193747&cid=t_105111_105_f&fid=36987&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FIvorKovicMd%2F%7E3%2FJh0np_y47JA%2F I will be speaking at the 14th event of the Mobile Monday chapter in Amsterdam titled Mobile Health. This event will take place on 25th of January with doors opening at 3pm and presentations running until 7pm with a half hour break. Even if you cannot be there, be sure to check out the livestream or watch all videos, talks and presentations afterward on MoMo Amsterdam website. You do not want to miss this, because some extraordinary people will take part in this event. I myself will be talking about mobile technology from a doctor’s standpoint, and try to give an overview of how this technology has influenced the way we treat patients today. Here is the complete lineup: Jen S. McCabe @jensmccabe – CEO and founder of Contagion Health (LinkedIn, blog) Ivor Kovic (@ivorkovic) – MD... Ivor Kovic, M.D. blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3193747 Wed, 20 Jan 2010 20:56:21 +0100 3193747 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3108389&cid=t_105111_107_f&fid=36672&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sciencebase.com%2Fscience-blog%2Fhappy-solstice-event.html Wishing all readers, commenters, contacts, fellow tweeps and scientwists, Facebook fans, and friends everywhere a happy mid-seasonal, solstice feast event from sciencebase.com… …I couldn’t just say Happy Christmas could I? It’s not as if it’s scientifically possible to reconcile a belief in any archaic mythology with observational data concerning the nature of reality. Regardless, lacking such a belief (and posting the big “A”) does not preclude a positive morality, a philanthropic stance, an altruistic attitude…or simply having a good time with your friends and family. Enjoy the holiday whatever your beliefs. Click the image to see the full-size “Happy Solstice Event” greeting. Related Posts:Sciencebase blogging schedulePart... Sciencebase Science Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3108389 Mon, 21 Dec 2009 13:00:01 +0100 3108389 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3082581&cid=t_105111_136_f&fid=37846&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthinfoispower.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F12%2F11%2Fmaking-a-difference-loreal-paris-honors-women-of-worth-at-special-ceremony-in-new-york-city%2F L’Oréal Paris Honors Women of Worth at Special Ceremony in New York City. Ten Women Recognized for Making a Difference in their Communities with Special Guests including Mary J. Blige, Holly Robinson Peete and Erica Hill.  Shannon Lambert Named Women of Worth National Honoree by Public Vote L’Oréal Paris’ fourth annual Women of Worth program honored [...] (Source: Libby's H*O*P*E*) Libby's H*O*P*E* blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3082581 Fri, 11 Dec 2009 18:45:02 +0100 3082581 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3048290&cid=t_105111_132_f&fid=35011&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fmndoci%2F%7E3%2FibxwoTYik9A%2F Cloudera posted my talk from Hadoop World Hadoop for Bioinfomatics – Deepak Singh from Cloudera on Vimeo. (Source: business|bytes|genes|molecules) business|bytes|genes|molecules blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3048290 Wed, 02 Dec 2009 15:04:22 +0100 3048290 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2999592&cid=t_105111_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2009%2F11%2F17%2Freducing-marital-stress-through-communication%2F One heavily researched area within psychology is couples’ and marital communication. How a couple chooses to communicate — especially during a conflict — affects all sorts of things in the relationship: stress, relationship health, intimacy, even each person’s health. As Gouin et al. (2009) note in a summary of our existing research on this issue: Individuals reporting lower marital satisfaction experienced more non-specific physical illness symptoms over a 4-year period than individuals with higher marital satisfaction. Among healthy women, lower marital satisfaction was also associated with a more rapid progression of carotid atherosclerosis. Furthermore, women who were initially dissatisfied in their marital relationship were more likely to develop metabolic syn... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2999592 Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:23:39 +0100 2999592 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2977319&cid=t_105111_107_f&fid=34860&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.corporeality.net%2Fmuseion%2F2009%2F11%2F09%2Fthe-culture-of-curiosity-or-keep-an-eye-on-observatory%2F We here at Medical Museion are always on the outlook for new and interesting institutional experiments to learn from. This week’s announcement of up-coming events at OBSERVATORY is inspirational: The Culture of Curiosity is everywhere these days. Wunderkammern appear in popular art, cutting-edge fashion, film, books and museum exhibitions. This aesthetic has proved surprisingly durable and popular for over 600 years. From temple to home to museum, the Culture of Curiosity continues to exert an irresistible pull on our collective psyches, and it shows no signs of falling from favor any time soon. I guess our (formerly) own Camilla — who has specialised in how the practice of the Wunderkammer can be transferred to present-day museum practice — couldn’t have said it be... Biomedicine on Display blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2977319 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 20:57:19 +0100 2977319 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2954644&cid=t_105111_122_f&fid=34755&url=http%3A%2F%2Fneuropsychological.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F11%2Fupcoming-event-mobile-healthcare.html The Mobile Healthcare Industry Summit takes place this 1st and 2nd of December at the Thistle Marble Arch Hotel in London, England.According to the conference website, topics include:- Using Mobile Healthcare Partnership to Transform a Health System From Responsive Into Preventative- Using Mobile Healthcare to Improve Precision in the Diagnosis and Cure of Patient Illness- Freeing the Patient and the System with Intelligent Biometric Diagnostics- Defining the Data Management of Digital Healthcare- What Are The Technical Platforms For Mobile Healthcare Success? - SMS, Devices, Intelligent M2M- Globalising Mobile Healthcare: Regional Case Studies and Uniting the Service – South Korea, North America, JapanVisit the conference website for detailed information. (Source: BrainBlog) BrainBlog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2954644 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:03:00 +0100 2954644 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2901743&cid=t_105111_122_f&fid=36582&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSharpBrains%2F%7E3%2Fk9HbWp6aCX8%2F MaRS (a Toronto-based innovation center) has just announced the Ontario Innovation Summit: The Business of Aging to “feature some of the world’s top experts focused on the many issues that the aging of the global population poses for communities, governments, academic and healthcare institutions, and businesses.” Topics: - Innovation in an Age Friendly Society: Interconnected Challenges and Opportunities - Rethinking Technology & Community: Optimizing our Economic Contributions and Enhancing Quality of Life - Maintaining Autonomy: The Brain Fitness Movement - Public Policy Impact: Putting Innovation to Work across the Continuum of Aging - Commitment to Action The conference will host special keynote appearances by the Hon. Dalton McGuinty, Premier of Ontario, and Dr... SharpBrains blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2901743 Fri, 16 Oct 2009 16:11:01 +0100 2901743 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2858737&cid=t_105111_132_f&fid=35011&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fmndoci%2F%7E3%2F42meg9ahbtg%2F I just returned from a hectic trip to New York City. The highlight of that trip, and the primary purpose, was Hadoop World. I had always planned to be there, and had registered a long time ago, but ended up giving a talk on Hadoop for Bioinformatics (slides below). Hadoop for Bioinformatics View more presentations from Deepak Singh. Much of the discussions I had were work related, so I won’t talk about them. What I would like to talk about were some general trends that are of relevance to the life science informatics community. It’s pretty clear to me that Hadoop is here to stay. It’s not just the number of people using Hadoop, or the size of the data sets, but rather the variety of data-intensive computing that people are doing, and the thriving ecosystem. Those two te... business|bytes|genes|molecules blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2858737 Sun, 04 Oct 2009 06:54:24 +0100 2858737 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2814485&cid=t_105111_109_f&fid=34795&url=http%3A%2F%2Fsoloshrink.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F09%2Fglobal-sound-healing-event-is-today.html Talking about: Today's Global Sound Healing Event as originally posted by Annie B. Bond on the Care2 community website. "This Is A Four Directions Call Date: Sept. 21. The International Day of Peace ; and the Fall Equinox. Where: Online at the Temple of Sacred Sound, designed by world sound healer Jonathan Goldman, or wherever you are. When: Noon New York City time (12 PM EDT). Who: Any and all. How: One minute of silence at noon to honor the International Day of Peace’s moment of silence. At 12:01 p.m. we will start the toning, until 12:05 or longer if you want. What: We’ll sound the “AH”–the universal sound of love and appreciation–or “MA,” the sound of Mother Earth–in order to assist the creation of peace and healing to the planet. Our intentions–our feelings, visual... Solo Shrink blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2814485 Mon, 21 Sep 2009 07:53:00 +0100 2814485 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2804090&cid=t_105111_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fhalloween-candy-buy-back-program-for-dentists%2F If you haven’t checked into the Halloween Candy Buy Back Program, time is not on your side! The program’s Facebook page says that the HCBBP is: “A growing national movement of dentists who buy or collect Halloween candy from kids and then ship the treats to support our troops overseas.” Your dental office has a sensational opportunity to get involved with your local community, which is great for marketing, and it also shows your business’s desire to give back to the community and nation. Keep in mind, the popular marketing trend of Generation G focuses on generosity, giving, and gratitude. HCBBP fits that bill to a T. History of the program… Dr. Chris Kammer started the Halloween Candy Buy Back Program in 2006 when his PR company asked him about an innovative idea for an Octob... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2804090 Thu, 17 Sep 2009 15:04:01 +0100 2804090 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2800562&cid=t_105111_129_f&fid=36038&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.everydayhealth.com%2Fblog%2Ftrevis-life-with-multiple-sclerosis-ms%2Fms-events-theyre-good-for-what-ails-you%2F This past weekend was my local chapter of the National MS Society’s Bike MS event.  Nearly 2000 cyclists, aged from single digits to octogenarians, got on their bicycles and road a beautiful course, ranging from 25 to 100 miles, for two days. It was a beautiful late summer weekend.  The riders had wicked fun.  A large amount of money (looks like we’ll hit the $1.6millon goal) was raised for multiple sclerosis.  But there was more… Every time I attend one of these “MS Events,” be it a walk, a luncheon, gala dinner, an educational program, or what have you, I feel better! Not that my MS symptoms feel better, in fact sometimes the symptoms get worse for a short time owing to the extra “stuff” I do. I walk more than I normally do, I stand to chat for longer periods, I’m emo... Life with MS blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2800562 Mon, 14 Sep 2009 14:07:52 +0100 2800562 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2758068&cid=t_105111_136_f&fid=37846&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthinfoispower.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F09%2F01%2Fbarack-obama-proclaims-september-2009-as-national-ovarian-cancer-awareness-month%2F Yesterday, U.S. President Barack Obama designated September 2009 as National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.  National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month helps educate women and men about the importance of knowing the early warning signs and symptoms of the disease, scheduling routine doctor visits, and continuing robust scientific research. Yesterday, U.S. President Barack Obama designated September [...] (Source: Libby's H*O*P*E*) Libby's H*O*P*E* blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2758068 Wed, 02 Sep 2009 01:06:22 +0100 2758068 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2747923&cid=t_105111_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blisstree.com%2Fhealthbolt%2Fseptember-is-healthbolt-book-month%2F I’ve been looking around my study and suddenly realized that I am in danger of being overrun with books that have been sent for review. I’ve ready many of them, some even more than once, but somehow haven’t managed to find time to post reviews about them. Bad management on my part. I figure it’s time to get my act together and review the books that are piling up in the bookcase, on the desk, and on the floor.   September is therefore designated Healthbolt Book Month, with a new book review everyday until I run out of books or words. (image source) Post from: Healthbolt (Source: Healthbolt) Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2747923 Mon, 31 Aug 2009 04:11:26 +0100 2747923 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2741494&cid=t_105111_122_f&fid=34755&url=http%3A%2F%2Fneuropsychological.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F08%2Fupcoming-event-alzheimer-disease-las.html 2nd Conference on Clinical Trials on Alzheimer’s Disease (CTAD)From the conference website:"Dear Colleague, "It is a great pleasure for us to invite you to attend the 2nd conference Clinical Trials on Alzheimer’s Disease (CTAD), which will take place in Las Vegas on October 29-30, 2009. "This conference is co-organized by the Montpellier and Toulouse European Alzheimer’s Disease Consortium (EADC) Centers and the Cleveland Clinic : Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health. "The aims of the meeting are to bring together the current leaders in clinical trials in Alzheimer’s Disease to discuss new results, drugs in development, and future methodological issues (disease modifying, outcomes, biomarkers, health economics)." Full details available at the conference website: http://www.ctad.fr/01-p... BrainBlog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2741494 Thu, 27 Aug 2009 23:19:00 +0100 2741494 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2741495&cid=t_105111_122_f&fid=34755&url=http%3A%2F%2Fneuropsychological.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F08%2Fupcoming-event-minneapolis-13-nov-2009.html Center for Bioethics Fall Seminar SeriesTime: 12:15 to 1:30 pmLocation: 1-451 Moos Tower, University of Minnesota campus (unless noted otherwise)Minneapolis, MNITV to University of Minnesota, Duluth, Room 160 Life ScienceNovember 13“Family Stories: Decision Making in Advanced Dementia”Presented byBarbara Elliott, PhDProfessor, Department of Family Medicine, Medical School, Duluth; Director,Clinical Research, Department of Family Medicine; Adjunct Professor,Department of Behavioral Sciences, University of Minnesota, DuluthSeminars are free and open to the public. Refreshments will be provided.For more information email visit www.bioethics.umn.edu (Source: BrainBlog) BrainBlog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2741495 Thu, 27 Aug 2009 22:00:00 +0100 2741495 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2737881&cid=t_105111_122_f&fid=34755&url=http%3A%2F%2Fneuropsychological.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F08%2Fupcoming-event-newcastle-university-07.html An upcoming presentation at the Newcastle University Institute of Neuroscience:IoN Seminar: The evolution of brain systems for vocal learningErich Jarvis (Duke University)Venue: Room 218, Henry Wellcome BuildingDate: 7th September 2009Time: 13:00 - 14:00The title "The evolution of brain systems for vocal learning" is a provisional title, to be confirmed.Host: Tom Smulders (Source: BrainBlog) BrainBlog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2737881 Thu, 27 Aug 2009 13:22:00 +0100 2737881 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2667622&cid=t_105111_132_f&fid=35011&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fmndoci%2F%7E3%2FXH6mD4sj4cw%2F Another Ignite Seattle is now done. This was perhaps my favorite one, with a diverse selection of excellent talks. Here are my slides. Video to follow Big Data & the networked future of Science (at Ignite Seattle 7) View more presentations from Deepak Singh. Related articles by Zemanta Ignite Seattle 7 is Tonight (radar.oreilly.com) Bite sized Big Data (mndoci.com) Lots of data and the network (mndoci.com) (Source: business|bytes|genes|molecules) business|bytes|genes|molecules blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2667622 Tue, 04 Aug 2009 07:18:11 +0100 2667622 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2649245&cid=t_105111_136_f&fid=37846&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthinfoispower.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F07%2F28%2Fvox-populi-libby-well-be-missing-you%2F Vox Populi:  Libby, We’ll Be Missing You. Dear Libby, One year ago today, you left us after an extended battle with ovarian cancer.  You are missed as a wife, a daughter, a sister, an aunt and a cousin.  You were, and continue to be, a very special family member to your loved ones who remain behind.  [...] (Source: Libby's H*O*P*E*) Libby's H*O*P*E* blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2649245 Tue, 28 Jul 2009 21:49:25 +0100 2649245 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2645480&cid=t_105111_132_f&fid=35011&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fmndoci%2F%7E3%2FHjxskH_PUKE%2F Image by Hugger Industries via Flickr Just after I moved to Seattle after over five years in San Diego (the longest I’ve ever stayed in one place for a stretch), I got a chance to attend an event that convinced me that I had made the correct decision. Ignite Seattle was fun, geeky, creative and had great energy and has since become a key attraction at many a geek event. The two chances I have had to speak there were among the most fun experiences of my life. Due to travel, I missed the last Ignite Seattle, but this time I plan to be there, especially since I was lucky enough to get another opportunity to speak. Here’s the Title and Abstract that I submitted Big Data and the networked future of science New instruments, sensors, distributed scientific collaboration, informal p... business|bytes|genes|molecules blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2645480 Tue, 28 Jul 2009 03:03:00 +0100 2645480 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2637974&cid=t_105111_135_f&fid=35277&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblog.aac.org%2Findex.php%2F2009%2F07%2F25%2F86-7pm-the-estate-show-your-support-for-bostons-bid-for-gay-games-ix%2F Boston 2014, the group organizing the city’s bid for Gay Games IX, is hosting a Kick-Off Rally at The Estate, a popular nightclub at 1 Boylston Place, from 7:00pm to 8:30pm on Thursday, August 6th. The Gay Games are the LGBT community’s Olympics, traveling to different locations from one Games to the next. Also contending for the 2014 spot are Cleveland and DC. The decision will be made in less than 3 months! AIDS Action is encouraging you to participate in the Kick-Off Rally and otherwise help bring the Gay Games to Boston for a number of reasons. A major sporting event, the Games will boost the local economy, bringing tourist dollars in from far and wide — always a good thing, especially in tough economic times. The Games also greatly support people living with HIV/AIDS... AIDS Action Committee's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2637974 Sat, 25 Jul 2009 11:58:16 +0100 2637974 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2513129&cid=t_105111_147_f&fid=38117&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.engageinhealth.com%2F2009%2F06%2Ftaking_a_proactive_approach_to.html One of pharma's biggest concerns with social media is adverse event (AE) reporting. But for an AE to be reportable, it must meet the four criteria: 1) an identifiable patient, 2) an identifiable reporter, 3) a suspect drug, and 4) the side effect. Most often online, #1 and #2 aren’t met. Last year, Nielsen even produced a report quantifying this. To handle AE reporting responsibly, companies that have created a presence in a social media property -- such as JnJ's Health YouTube Channel -- monitor their comments before posting in order to route any AEs appropriately. Some properties, like Facebook, don't allow for monitoring of comments before posting to the Wall, so companies may choose to turn off that feature. Not great for engaging with their audience, but it does avoid the risk. ... The Health Engagement Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2513129 Fri, 19 Jun 2009 21:10:13 +0100 2513129 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2512798&cid=t_105111_136_f&fid=37846&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthinfoispower.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F06%2F18%2Fsocialvibe-com-empowers-libbys-hope-to-get-sponsored-raise-money-for-cancer-research%2F Today, Libby’s H*O*P*E*™ added a new widget to the homepage right sidebar.  The widget, provided by SocialVibe.com, allows our sponsor, the TNT Network, to make donations to Stand Up To Cancer, which is our supported cause.  Here’s how it works.  For each visitor who comes to our website and clicks on the widget to interact [...] (Source: Libby's H*O*P*E*) Libby's H*O*P*E* blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2512798 Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:02:26 +0100 2512798 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2473897&cid=t_105111_132_f&fid=35011&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fmndoci%2F%7E3%2FajvsnJzwVfI%2F I have been invited to give a Masterworks talk on Data Challenges in Genomics for Supercomputing 09. I would like to dive into the details about the technical and scientific challenges of high throughput genomics, from microarrays to next gen sequencing and beyond and how we need to be manage these data more efficiently. While part of my talk will be about my day job, I want it to be informed by challenges we face today and will face tomorrow as a scientific community. So to try and capture many of these challenges and gather facts and information I have started a wiki page which I have made public. Please feel free to add to that page with ideas and topics that interest you. To do so, you will have to login as user sc09 and password computing. I request that you add your name to any major... business|bytes|genes|molecules blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2473897 Sun, 14 Jun 2009 04:51:36 +0100 2473897 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2405975&cid=t_105111_136_f&fid=37846&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthinfoispower.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F05%2F14%2Fhusbands-love-for-wife-inspires-a-9000-mile-bike-trek-to-raise-money-for-ovarian-cancer-awareness-cancer-prevention%2F On May 15, 2009, Craig Broeder Ph.D., FACSM, FNAASO will embark upon a 100-day bike trek that will take him to 32 U.S. cities as part of  a 9,000 mile circumnavigation of the U.S.  Since July 2008, Craig has been planning this trip to honor his wife, Kay, in her 20th year of surviving clear [...] (Source: Libby's H*O*P*E*) Libby's H*O*P*E* blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2405975 Thu, 14 May 2009 23:13:35 +0100 2405975 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2405023&cid=t_105111_87_f&fid=36438&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FCato-at-liberty%2F%7E3%2FNDxdjh4svC0%2F Obama’s new drug czar, Gil Kerlikowske, in an interview with the Wall Street Journal, says it is time to move away from the “war” rhetoric surrounding federal drug policy.  Since Kerlikowske has just assumed office, this is exactly the right thing to do — set a whole new tone from the militarized approach we have seen over the past 20-30 years.  Drug abuse is a problem that must be dealt with, but we don’t need to send troops to Latin America, we don’t need former generals like Barry McCaffrey to oversee drug policy, and we don’t need police officers conducting raids on American homes with machine guns and  flash bang grenades. The political climate on drug policy is shifting.  Republican governors like Arnold Schwarzenegger are calling for a... Cato-at-liberty blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2405023 Thu, 14 May 2009 17:21:32 +0100 2405023 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2405025&cid=t_105111_87_f&fid=36438&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FCato-at-liberty%2F%7E3%2FJBpC4vSvZRs%2F This morning in The Wall Street Journal: The Obama administration’s new drug czar says he wants to banish the idea that the U.S. is fighting “a war on drugs,” a move that would underscore a shift favoring treatment over incarceration in trying to reduce illicit drug use. …Gil Kerlikowske, the new White House drug czar, signaled Wednesday his openness to rethinking the government’s approach to fighting drug use. Mr. Kerlikowske’s comments are a signal that the Obama administration is set to follow a more moderate — and likely more controversial — stance on the nation’s drug problems. …The Obama administration is likely to deal with drugs as a matter of public health rather than criminal justice alone, with treatment’s role gr... Cato-at-liberty blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2405025 Thu, 14 May 2009 14:22:01 +0100 2405025 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2381260&cid=t_105111_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blisstree.com%2Fbreastfeeding123%2Fadverse-vaccine-reaction%2F My baby is sick. Possibly sick from the vaccine intended to protect her from illness. And I am sick at heart. You see, I took her in for her 9-month well baby visit three days ago. At that time, she received two vaccinations: DTaP and Rotavirus. Those of you really savvy about vaccinations might see the problem already. I didn’t realize it at the time, but the rotavirus vaccine is not recommended after the baby reaches the age of 32 weeks (about 8 months). RotaTeq rotavirus vaccineMy baby was overdue for her third and final dose of RotaTeq. I had put it off because we were on the waiting list for the Hib vaccine, which is in short supply and must be rationed out by pediatricians. In hindsight I realize I should have proceeded on schedule with my daughter’s other vaccinations, a... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2381260 Fri, 01 May 2009 05:12:48 +0100 2381260 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2375937&cid=t_105111_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blisstree.com%2Fhealthbolt%2Fkeeping-up-to-date-on-swine-flu%2F Unless you are living in the back of beyond, with no internet, television, or newspaper access, you would have heard about the recent outbreak of swine flu in Mexico. This morning, when I collected the newspaper from the gate, I discovered it’s even made it’s way to New Zealand (via airline passengers). So it’s best not to assume that because it seems to have originated in Mexico, it would stay only in Mexico. Everyone  needs to be aware of and prepared to deal with the possibility that it could arrive in their corner of the world. Here’s the best way to keep up to date of what’s happening… 1. Learn key facts about Swine Flu and what to do to protect yourself can be found at the Center for Disease Control and Protection (CDC) website. Traveler’s s... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2375937 Mon, 27 Apr 2009 02:28:12 +0100 2375937 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2364976&cid=t_105111_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blisstree.com%2Fhealthbolt%2Fparkinson%25e2%2580%2599s-researchers-needs-brains%2F To mark Parkinson’s Awareness Week (April 20-26th) in the United Kingdom (England, Wales, and Scotland)  the Parkinson’s Disease Society has launched a nationwide appeal to get people to pledge to donate their brains for Parkinson’s research. Wanted: A Few Good Brains Seems that they are running a little low on this organ and without it, are unable to pursue necessary research to help advance Parkinson’s Disease treatments and maybe even find a cure. But getting people to donate their brains isn’t as easy as getting them to donate other organs. A survey recently commissioned by the Parkinson’s Disease Society has shown that while over 60% are comfortable with donating a heart or a kidney, only 7% are comfortable with donating a brain. It’s hoped that this brain donation ... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2364976 Thu, 23 Apr 2009 13:20:08 +0100 2364976 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2353752&cid=t_105111_87_f&fid=36438&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FCato-at-liberty%2F%7E3%2FsJrYqPvz50U%2F Here’s a round-up of bloggers who are writing about Cato research and commentary: National Review’s Mark Hemingway quoted Ilya Shapiro about the 9th Circuit Court of Appeal’s recent decision on gun laws. He also posted David Boaz’s reaction to the New York Times blog that stated that Cato has been “remarkably silent on bailouts.” QandO’s Michael Wade offered his own thoughts on the New York Times blogger who said Cato’s voice against bailouts has not met her “expectations of adequate noise.” Blogging about high-speed rail, The Reason Foundation’s Samuel Staley cited Randal O’Toole’s study, High-Speed Rail: The Wrong Road for America. At The New Republic’s “The Plank” blog, James Kirchick ... Cato-at-liberty blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2353752 Tue, 21 Apr 2009 19:16:29 +0100 2353752 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2306715&cid=t_105111_87_f&fid=36438&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FCato-at-liberty%2F%7E3%2Fiwkjtl57AqY%2F Cato University, the Cato Institute’s premier educational event of the year, is right around the corner! On June 26-31 in Rancho Bernardo, California, Cato University will bring together outstanding faculty and participants from across the country to discuss how the state has expanded during times of crises; the threats to liberty, privacy, and independence, as the rush for government-imposed solutions (and, hence, power) increases in pace; and, what can be done to restrain – or reverse – its growth. This year’s topic: Economic Crisis, War, and the Rise of the State. We’ve created a special banner (below) for this year’s Cato University – and hope you’ll take an opportunity to use the image to spread the word about this year’s program to friends, ... Cato-at-liberty blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2306715 Mon, 06 Apr 2009 17:41:58 +0100 2306715 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2306913&cid=t_105111_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blisstree.com%2Fhealthbolt%2Fcelebrate-world-autism-awareness-day%2F April 2nd is World Autism Awareness Day. (Source: Healthbolt) Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2306913 Thu, 02 Apr 2009 04:16:45 +0100 2306913 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2299062&cid=t_105111_136_f&fid=37846&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthinfoispower.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F03%2F29%2Fthe-rock-band-ned-their-medical-skills-save-many-their-music-could-save-thousands%2F When spoken by a doctor, the medical term “N.E.D.” – No Evidence of Disease – is music to the ears of an ovarian cancer survivor.   A band of doctors, called “N.E.D.,” wants to be music to the ears of the general public when it comes to raising awareness about women’s cancers. …During the day, this [...] (Source: Libby's H*O*P*E*) Libby's H*O*P*E* blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2299062 Sat, 28 Mar 2009 18:22:12 +0100 2299062 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2260415&cid=t_105111_136_f&fid=37846&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthinfoispower.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F03%2F10%2Fhigh-dose-stereotactic-body-radiation-therapy-effective-treatment-for-patients-with-low-volume-lung-or-liver-metastases%2F Libby’s H*O*P*E*™ previously reported on potential treatments for “oligometastasis,” which is defined as cancer that spreads to a few distant body sites, on June 23, 2008 and August 17, 2008.  Two related U.S. multi-institutional, phase I/II clinical studies and one Canadian Phase I clinical study reported recently results from an evaluation of the efficacy and [...] (Source: Libby's H*O*P*E*) Libby's H*O*P*E* blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2260415 Tue, 10 Mar 2009 21:30:22 +0100 2260415 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2242973&cid=t_105111_136_f&fid=37846&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthinfoispower.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F03%2F05%2Fwgrz-news-in-buffalo-ny-reports-meghans-story-an-8th-grader-battles-ovarian-cancer%2F On February 26, 2009, Libby’s H*O*P*E*™ posted a story about Meghan Redenbach.  As you may recall, Meghan Redenbach , 13 years old, was diagnosed in December 2008 with a rare form of ovarian cancer known as “fibrosarcoma.”  This form of ovarian cancer is so rare that there are only 30 documented cases in the U.S.  [...] (Source: Libby's H*O*P*E*) Libby's H*O*P*E* blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2242973 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 03:03:47 +0100 2242973 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2232627&cid=t_105111_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2009%2F03%2Fcontemplating-d-care-reform-in-our-nations-capital.html Guess where I am today?  That’s right. If the headline didn’t tip you off: I’m in Washington DC, elated to be rubbing elbows with some of our nation’s most prominent diabetes advocacy groups, at the high-level Diabetes Forum 2009 Conference, this year titled “Broaden Your View.” I say “high-level” because this truly is the most influential [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2232627 Tue, 03 Mar 2009 14:00:39 +0100 2232627 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2232489&cid=t_105111_106_f&fid=34602&url=http%3A%2F%2Fplasticsurgeon.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F03%2Fyoure-invited-exclusive-beauty-event-on.html (Source: What's New In Plastic Surgery?) What's New In Plastic Surgery? blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2232489 Tue, 03 Mar 2009 00:12:00 +0100 2232489 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2218533&cid=t_105111_136_f&fid=37846&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthinfoispower.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F02%2F26%2Frare-form-of-ovarian-cancer-not-getting-inspirational-13-yr-old-down-you-can-help%2F GASPORT, NY: Strong Show of Support –Rare Cancer Not Getting Girl Down “By Bill Wolcott, Lockport Union-Sun & Journal GASPORT - Meghan Redenbach, 13 [year old], honor student and athlete, has a rare form of ovarian cancer, fibrosarcoma. There are only 30 documented cases of this cancer diagnosed in the United States, according to the family, and the [...] (Source: Libby's H*O*P*E*) Libby's H*O*P*E* blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2218533 Fri, 27 Feb 2009 00:29:04 +0100 2218533 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2218541&cid=t_105111_136_f&fid=37846&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthinfoispower.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F02%2F25%2Foscar-winner-kathy-bates-is-an-inspirational-ovarian-cancer-survivor%2F When you think of Kathy Bates, you recall immediately her portrayal of “Annie Wilkes” in the movie Misery.  In Misery, Kathy Bates, as Annie, holds her favorite author (played by James Caan) hostage.   The role of Annie Wilkes earned Kathy Bates an Oscar for “Best Actress.” Her role as the legendary “Unsinkable Molly Brown” [...] (Source: Libby's H*O*P*E*) Libby's H*O*P*E* blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2218541 Wed, 25 Feb 2009 21:46:13 +0100 2218541 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2205988&cid=t_105111_136_f&fid=37846&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthinfoispower.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F02%2F22%2Flibbys-hopetm-adds-new-cancer-video-archive-courtesy-of-vodpodcom%2F Yesterday, Libby’s H*O*P*E* added a new cancer video archive to the weblog courtesy of Vodpod.com.  Currently, the archive contains approximately 90 videos that address many general cancer and ovarian cancer issues, as well as the personal voices of those affected by cancer. The new video archive is located on the homepage right sidebar.  All you [...] (Source: Libby's H*O*P*E*) Libby's H*O*P*E* blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2205988 Sun, 22 Feb 2009 17:41:59 +0100 2205988 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2163524&cid=t_105111_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Face-%25e2%2580%2593-academy-of-comprehensive-esthetics-2009-marketing-program%2F March 27, 2009toMarch 28, 2009ACE is an organization comprised of dentists who strive for professional and personal excellence. Through advanced education, networking, and mentoring, member dentists and hygienists grow and expand their professional horizons. March 27-28, 2009, ACE will host its Marketing Program at the Grand Hyatt Tampa in Tampa, Florida. This can’t-miss event features experts in the dental marketing and website optimization industry. Our own Tim Kelley and Tim Healy, owners of TNT Dental, will attend the event. Any dentist who wants to overcome the current economic downturn must leverage marketing to its full capacity, and at the ACE Marketing Program, you’ll learn how to do just that! Register online here. ACE membership is a wonderful opportunity for dentists and h... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2163524 Thu, 05 Feb 2009 15:03:51 +0100 2163524 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2121715&cid=t_105111_93_f&fid=34899&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mexicomedstudent.com%2F2009%2F01%2F890 I’m excited to announce that I will be live-blogging tomorrow’s episode of “Eleventh Hour” on CBS. Airtime is Thursday Dec 22, 10PM EST/9PM CST. I was originally contacted by the show’s PR firm in December to do an episode then but holidays and schedule postponed it to this month. In the interim, I’ve taken advantage of that time to catch up on almost half the season’s 10 episodes and I can honestly recommend the show to anyone who appreciates science, mystery and a touch of the unknown. I can honestly say that this is the first show to have come along in the spirit of The X-Files that does the genre justice (and some of you know about my rather public involvement with that show in the day…hehe) The setup is that I’m brought in as the s... Mexico Medical Student blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2121715 Thu, 22 Jan 2009 09:13:05 +0100 2121715 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115636&cid=t_105111_132_f&fid=35011&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fmndoci%2F%7E3%2FR2_5BVD3vrI%2F One of my favorite sessions at ScienceOnline’09 was the one on Semantic Web in Science moderated by John Wilbanks. In some ways this was the most traditional session at the event, but it worked, since John brings a level of credibility to the subject few can, with this background in science, technology and policy. There was a lot of Q&A related to the Semantic Web in general and discussions around policy. But the meat for me was John’s talk itself. I believe that John has probably done the best job of articulating the role of the public domain for scientific data, and he brought a new twist to it in this talk, at least the first time I’ve heard someone talk about data like this. That was the concept of download, mirror, fork, which makes so much sense, that I am mad t... business|bytes|genes|molecules blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115636 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 03:56:54 +0100 2115636 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2113644&cid=t_105111_132_f&fid=35011&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fmndoci%2F%7E3%2F6jL0RIR82Pk%2F I am sitting at ORD in a hotel room, waiting for my rather delayed aircraft spending the night since my plane got cancelled. After a hectic day and a half at ScienceOnline’09, I could do with a quick trip home, but well, this gives me the opportunity to write some stuff down. This years conference was bigger than the previous one I attended, and more engaging. Great sessions, often overlapping, a good set of people and some interesting discussion. As someone pointed out, we don’t often achieve anything at events like this, but it’s a great place to set an agenda, meet people and see how a field has progressed. Open Notebook Science is a key one, with Jean-Claude and co showing steady progress. The discussion on Impact Factors might not have come to any solid conclusions,... business|bytes|genes|molecules blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2113644 Mon, 19 Jan 2009 05:46:30 +0100 2113644 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2113645&cid=t_105111_132_f&fid=35011&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fmndoci%2F%7E3%2Fri9GdZP07mQ%2F Image via WikipediaYesterday, I changed an opinion. Andrew Su led a session at ScienceOnline’09 on using wikis for annotation, specifically around the Genes Wiki project. In the past I have been somewhat skeptical about using Wikipedia as the host for such an effort. I am not so sure about that skepticism anymore, especially if one looks at how you might find that page as a casual user. Let’s say you are looking for a specific gene and type that name into Google, lets say Sonic Hedgehog. Guess what, one of the top 3 hits is the Genes Wiki page for that gene. That is something you just cannot get for a dedicated platform and is one of the negatives some of the other, more topic specific wikis suffer from. Also, if you think about Wikipedia as a general resource, then the way the... business|bytes|genes|molecules blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2113645 Sun, 18 Jan 2009 12:37:32 +0100 2113645 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2101043&cid=t_105111_132_f&fid=35011&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fmndoci%2F%7E3%2Ff_yFIiTxldQ%2F Image by mndoci via FlickrThis weekend, I head to RTP for ScienceOnline’09, for what seems to be becoming an annual ritual. The program this year seems more diverse and interesting than in the past as well, with a number on threads around the opportunities, challenges and limitations of what the web provides to scientists these days. I look at the sessions at ScienceOnline as a series of roundtables. While topics are set in advance, the idea is to have open discussion on a number of topics and not try and keep things rigid. Moderators can set the agenda up front, but as one myself, I primarily see the role of a moderator as that of keeping things semi-organized and essentially to get the ball rolling. I am lucky enough to moderate not one, but two sessions with Cameron Neylon, whom I... business|bytes|genes|molecules blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2101043 Wed, 14 Jan 2009 03:14:10 +0100 2101043 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2021568&cid=t_105111_132_f&fid=35011&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fmndoci%2F%7E3%2FH24Zx33lTs0%2F You’ve seen the slides. Here is the video. Chris Lasher has also made the video(s) available on Vimeo. The video is available under a CC-BY license by Chris Lasher Related articles by Zemanta Science Big, Science Connected (Source: business|bytes|genes|molecules) business|bytes|genes|molecules blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2021568 Sun, 07 Dec 2008 19:31:27 +0100 2021568 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1998913&cid=t_105111_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F11%2F30%2Fhealthbolts-31-days-of-giveaways%2F I mentioned in the Healthbolt Holiday Gift Guide that it looked like the silly season was upon us - a time when everyone gets carried away buying presents for the nearest and dearest. Well, Healthbolt is going to go one better and start giving away a present everyday for the month of December. “Why?” you say. “Why Not?” I reply. Thanks to some very generous and kind people out in there in cyberspace, I have put together a collection of mainly fitness goodies – DVDs and books, sneakers and socks, gadgets and toys- to giveaway. Here’s the plan… - Every evening for the next 31 days, there will be a new giveaway announced. - enter by leaving a comment and your email address. Entry will be disqualified without email. - each giveaway will run for 7 days. - winner will be contacted ... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1998913 Mon, 01 Dec 2008 02:36:14 +0100 1998913 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1960824&cid=t_105111_132_f&fid=35011&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fmndoci%2F%7E3%2FvCvMtY5Vjt8%2F I am sitting at RDU airport, waiting for my plane to board heading back to the Pacific Northwest for a day before heading out to Supercomputing 08. Yesterday was a blast. Chris Lasher and Co pulled out the red carpet and were wonderful hosts. I was also able to take part in some very interesting discussions on everything from cloud computing to social networks with graduate students and faculty alike. I really have no idea how the talk went. It was a new talk, something I hope to extend over the coming months as I spend more time fleshing out this idea that big science, data-driven science needs to be built upon collective intelligence on the fabric of the World Wide Web. But the discussion afterwards and later at dinner, etc convince me that there is hope as the grad students of today get... business|bytes|genes|molecules blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1960824 Sat, 15 Nov 2008 10:06:52 +0100 1960824 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1960825&cid=t_105111_132_f&fid=35011&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fmndoci%2F%7E3%2FsDz-EwWfF9Q%2F The first attempt at distilling some of my thoughts on Big Data and the Networked Future of Science. Thanks to Chris Lasher for the invite to speak at VA Tech. I had fun, although in my jetlagged, uber-caffeinated state I spoke at 200 mph Science Big, Science Connected View SlideShare presentation or Upload your own. (tags: science science2.0) (Source: business|bytes|genes|molecules) business|bytes|genes|molecules blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1960825 Fri, 14 Nov 2008 22:17:31 +0100 1960825 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1947275&cid=t_105111_132_f&fid=35011&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fmndoci%2F%7E3%2FoO9a1yYs-JI%2F Next week, I head to Virgina Tech to give a talk as part of the Genetics, Bioinformatics and Computational Biology (GBCB) guest lecture series. I think Chris Lasher needs a stern talking to about his speaker choices, but it gets me to talk science so can’t really complain. The topic of my talk is Science Big. Science Connected. I am still working through the slides, but the talk is an extension of many of the things I talk about here at bbgm. In my head that is best represented as Big data and the networked future of science But that’s not what I wanted to really talk about. The best part about the whole thing is the flyer that Chris and Co came up with. click to see full version They used my delicious feed to build a tag cloud using Wordle. The results are wonderful and give ... business|bytes|genes|molecules blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1947275 Sat, 08 Nov 2008 20:44:42 +0100 1947275 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1850918&cid=t_105111_86_f&fid=36669&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffadelibrary.wordpress.com%2F2008%2F10%2F03%2Fsignificant-event-audit%2F From the National Patient Safety Agency (NPSA) comes Significant Event Audit Guidance for Primary Care Teams and A quick guide to conducting an Significant Event Audit which enables primary care teams to learn from patient safety incidents and ‘near misses’.  The technique was established in the mid-1990s as an effective quality assurance method in general practice, with the aim of improving patients’ experience, care and outcomes, and to identify changes that might improve future care and was incorporated into the Quality and Outcomes Framework in 2004, as part of the new General Medical Services contract requirements. Posted in Grey Literature, Primary Care, Quality   Tagged: Grey Literature, Primary Care, Quality, Research, Significant Event Audit   ... Fade Library blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1850918 Fri, 03 Oct 2008 15:06:25 +0100 1850918 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1829115&cid=t_105111_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F09%2F25%2Fpink-ribbon-review-does-breast-cancer-awareness-month-right-with-lots-of-give-aways%2F Start spreading the news… Breast Cancer Awareness month is coming up soon (beginning October 1) and to celebrate, our fabulous sister blog, Pink Ribbon Review, is giving away a prize a day! There are some amazing things donated by some amazing companies, who will also support the cause with a percentage of sales donated to Breast Cancer Awareness. Outstanding. Be sure to subscribe to Pink Ribbon Review so you don’t miss a single day of give-aways. Tell your friends. Spread the word, spread the awareness. For a current list of items to be given away, check here. Share This (Source: Healthbolt) Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1829115 Thu, 25 Sep 2008 19:51:03 +0100 1829115 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1825567&cid=t_105111_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F09%2F24%2Fdavid-blaines-hanging-around-upside-down%2F Illusionist David Blaine has been hanging around, upside down for the past couple of days. You can find him at the swinging in the breeze above the Wollmann ice rink in Central Park, New York. Its a stunt that requires a great deal of endurance, focus, and might I add, stupidity. Medical, hanging up side down for long periods of time is simply not a good idea. It can mess with the heart and cause the blood pressure to rise. There’s increased risk of brain haemorrhage, seizures, and blindness because of all the blood pooling in the brain and skull. It can also cause breathing problems - with the diaphragm upside down, the intestines will be exerting pressure on the lungs, making breathing more difficult. And of course, there’s less blood, and therefore oxygen, going to the le... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1825567 Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:16:27 +0100 1825567 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1809827&cid=t_105111_132_f&fid=35011&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fmndoci%2F%7E3%2FT7qWhCPPqDI%2F No, contrary to popular belief no aliens are involved in my longest blog silence in a long time. Thanks to a hectic road trip, mostly at Web 2.0 Expo, haven’t had much of a chance to write about anything. In the meantime, the internet stayed up, the financial markets are in a mess, AWS made a huge announcement, and Tim O’Reilly gave a rather though provoking talk that I have to blog about soon. Oh, and the new Zemanta is sweet. Got a chance to meet Jure this week too :). Related articles by Zemanta O’Reilly: Stop throwing sheep, do something worthy (Caroline McCarthy/Webware.com) O’Reilly signals Free Web 2.0 party is over? (Source: business|bytes|genes|molecules) business|bytes|genes|molecules blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1809827 Fri, 19 Sep 2008 12:10:25 +0100 1809827 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1791660&cid=t_105111_87_f&fid=35052&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FWomensBioethicsBlog%2F%7E3%2F391993617%2Fwill-you-be-in-phoenix-on-tuesday.html If the answer to that question is yes, come hear WBP Founding Director and Board President Kathryn Hinsch speak at the Women's Empowerment Luncheon sponsored by the Maricopa County YWCA. More information is available in this article from the Arizona Republic's website, or from this post--and you can register online here. The luncheon will be held at the Arizona Biltmore from 11:30 - 1:30 on September 16.We're nonpartisan here on the blog, but the role of women in governance and policymaking, as well as how policies in healthcare, research, and social services affect women and families, is something we should all be thinking about as we roll toward November.Kathryn's remarks are sure to provide food for thought, regardless of your political leanings. We hope you can join us! (Source: Women'... Women's Bioethics Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1791660 Sun, 14 Sep 2008 02:12:39 +0100 1791660 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1782617&cid=t_105111_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F09%2F10%2Fhealth-wellness-theme-day-back-to-school-survival-guide%2F Theme Day once again guys, and this time the focus across the Health & Wellness channel is Back to School. We’ve got posts on everything from getting boys through puberty to nursing your baby at PTA meetings to dealing with juvenile diabetes at school and more. There’s something for everyone, so be sure to visit Grace at Kids Health Notes. Grace was good enough to host this month’s round-up (and she has a pretty sweet contest going on over there as well), so check it out. Of course, be sure to see the post below to check out our contribution - new research on antibacterial hand soaps. Hope your Back to School season is kicking off right! Share This (Source: Healthbolt) Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1782617 Wed, 10 Sep 2008 13:55:29 +0100 1782617 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1769856&cid=t_105111_136_f&fid=37846&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthinfoispower.wordpress.com%2F2008%2F09%2F05%2Fwhat-do-you-stand-for-standup2cancer-tonight%2F This year, approximately 565,650 Americans are expected to die of cancer — that’s more than 1,500 people a day. … Ovarian cancer causes more deaths than any other cancer of the female reproductive system. … In an unprecedented television event, NBC, ABC, and CBS will simultaneously devote 1 hour of commercial-free prime time to [...] (Source: Libby's H*O*P*E*) Libby's H*O*P*E* blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1769856 Fri, 05 Sep 2008 22:23:53 +0100 1769856 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1769048&cid=t_105111_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2F5ZmmWavPQX0%2F We have live blogging this evening during Stand Up To Cancer(SU2C)…. At 8:00 EST, when the show begins simultaneously across all networks, log into the Pink Ribbon Review and have a real-time conversation with Karen Lynch about the event – real time, live, as it happens. She’ll have live coverage and commentary about the event — and you can add your two cents, too! Her “live” blog will be displayed in a viewer window on the main Pink Ribbon Review website (thanks to software provided by CoveritLive). It’s like instant messaging — except you don’t need a user name or password — and you can watch the conversation, view photos, send in comments, or participate in polls. There’s no downloading … just have her website loaded at 8:00 EST and watch the magic unfold. Share ... A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1769048 Fri, 05 Sep 2008 14:13:51 +0100 1769048 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1755314&cid=t_105111_117_f&fid=36026&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblog.healthtalk.com%2Fzimney%2Ftv-alert-stand-up-to-cancer-september-5-2008%2F Many HealthTalk members, visitors and readers of this blog will be interested in an upcoming and unprecedented primetime, commercial-free, TV fundraising event this Friday night, September 5, 2008. The event is called “Stand Up To Cancer,” and the following information was taken verbatim from the Stand Up to Cancer Web site. “On September 5, 2008 (8 p.m. EDT and PDT) ABC, CBS and NBC will donate one hour of simultaneous commercial-free primetime for the nationally televised fundraising event aimed at rallying the public around the goal of ending cancer’s reign as a leading cause of death. The special will feature stars from film and television who will perform as well as present filmed content giving viewers insight into cancer. Various screening tests will be demonstra... Dr. Z's Medical Report blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1755314 Tue, 02 Sep 2008 22:08:57 +0100 1755314 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1746065&cid=t_105111_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2008%2F08%2F30%2Fwe-are-responsible-for-our-own-feelings%2F Why does he make me feel this way? What was going through my mother’s head when said such hurtful things to me? Can’t my boss tell that his words cut me down and make me feel so small? These are examples of our thinking sometimes when we feel hurt, ashamed, or angry – that the other person or some external event is making us feel the way we do. But is it? Can someone else make us feel a certain way? Can an event in our life directly cause us to feel a specific way? Michael Edelstein, in his book Three Minute Therapy, argues the line of cognitive-behaviorists and rational emotive therapists have argued for decades. External events and people cannot make us feel any one certain way, even though it often seems that way. We enter into every situation with certain beliefs or... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1746065 Sat, 30 Aug 2008 21:37:24 +0100 1746065 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1744475&cid=t_105111_136_f&fid=37846&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthinfoispower.wordpress.com%2F2008%2F08%2F29%2Fnbocc-runwalk-for-her-september-21-2008%2F On Sunday, September 21, 2008, the National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NBOCC) will conduct its annual 5K Run/3K Walk for Her. This walk is dedicated to those who have lost the battle to breast or ovarian cancer, and celebrates those who continue to fight. The event will start at 8:00 A.M. EDT and [...] (Source: Libby's H*O*P*E*) Libby's H*O*P*E* blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1744475 Fri, 29 Aug 2008 20:21:14 +0100 1744475 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1733866&cid=t_105111_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F08%2F25%2Fdid-you-watch-the-olympics-at-all%2F What a phenomenal run America had in the Olympics this year, and what an amazing go-round athletes from around the world had overall. Lots of records broken (something about some Phelps guy, I dunno) and lots of reason to celebrate. So, we want to know…did you watch the Beijing Olympics, or did you skip them? If you watched, what was your favorite event? If you could, would you love the opportunity to compete in the Olympics yourself? In what event? Let us know… Tags: 2008 Olympics, Athletes, Beijing Olympics, Health Blog, Healthbolt, Michael Phelps, Olympic Games, Olympics, Summer OlympicsShare This (Source: Healthbolt) Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1733866 Tue, 26 Aug 2008 01:48:34 +0100 1733866 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1727799&cid=t_105111_136_f&fid=37846&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthinfoispower.wordpress.com%2F2008%2F08%2F17%2Fwinners-walk-of-hope-ovarian-cancer-canada-takes-steps-to-eradicate-the-disease-that-whispers%2F “On Sunday, September 7th, 14 Canadian cities will join in the only national fundraising event dedicated to overcoming ovarian cancer - the Winners Walk of Hope. … The annual walk has raised more than $3-million for ovarian cancer support and awareness programs across the country, including resources for newly diagnosed women; awareness campaigns targeted at [...] (Source: Libby's H*O*P*E*) Libby's H*O*P*E* blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1727799 Mon, 18 Aug 2008 02:02:15 +0100 1727799 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1689056&cid=t_105111_132_f&fid=35011&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fmndoci%2F%7E3%2F359062060%2F I am not at BioBarCamp. Couldn’t make it for various reasons, so I missed out on meeting a whole bunch of cool folks. Luckily we do live in the world of new media and instant community. While, I haven’t been able to follow every discussion, between Twitter, Cameron’s Mogulus feed and Friendfeed, I was almost there. Lots of people who should take a bow, but none more so that Attila Csordás. I owe you one my friend. Given the success of this event and SciBarCamp, there are now four events on the science geek calendar that are going to be firmly circled in my calendar for next year, the others being the Scienceblogging Conference, now renamed ScienceOnline (a good change) and Scifoo. I hope to make at least three of them. ShareThis (Source: business|bytes|genes|molecules) business|bytes|genes|molecules blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1689056 Fri, 08 Aug 2008 03:45:40 +0100 1689056 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1682953&cid=t_105111_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F08%2F05%2Ftour-de-france-donut%2F You’ve heard of the Tour de France but I bet you haven’t heard of the Tour de Donut. Yes, really. It’s a bike race that combines cycling with donut eating and it’s been held for the last 20 years in Stanton, Illinois. This year a thousand cyclists participated, cycling from donut stop to donut stop, until they either reached the finish line or became too weighed down by donuts to continue. Personally, I’d rather have my donut with coffee… (source) Tags: bike races, Diet, Exercise, Fitness, tour de donut, tour de franceShare This (Source: Healthbolt) Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1682953 Tue, 05 Aug 2008 11:05:57 +0100 1682953 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1679435&cid=t_105111_132_f&fid=35011&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fmndoci%2F%7E3%2F355990612%2F Brady Forrest has announced the Call for Papers for ETech. Two of the topics should be of interest to bbgm readers Personalized Healthcare: Medical technology is something that almost everyone comes to rely on, whether it’s hopeful, preventive care in the form of Reseveratol, or a new limb. In no other area does the industrialized world have more of an advantage. What legal framework for personal genomics balances innovation and appropriate medical caution? How is medicine changing? How is healthcare changing across the world? Many resources are focused on anti-aging technology and drugs—is this the right direction? Synthetic Biology: We can’t cover the reinvention of living without looking at the new definition of life. Synthetic biology, first pioneered in the 1970s, is becoming a ... business|bytes|genes|molecules blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1679435 Tue, 05 Aug 2008 04:31:45 +0100 1679435 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1677215&cid=t_105111_132_f&fid=35011&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fmndoci%2F%7E3%2F354546050%2F BioInform has a report (sub reqd, or get it from the Google cache) on a special session on scientific publishing organized my Scott Markel at ISMB. Since that is a topic of particular interest to bbgm and bbgm readers, thought I’d give it a read and find out if there were any new insights there. I won’t delve into all the specifics, but it is clear that there is a desire in the community to make scientific publication as machine readable as possible. As has been discussed many times here, scientific research is a treasure trove of information and the content contained within papers and other forms of publishing should become part of the data that we try to mine and correlate, and in the long term it’s not just the text, but as pointed out in the article images and other d... business|bytes|genes|molecules blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1677215 Sun, 03 Aug 2008 17:47:54 +0100 1677215 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1672160&cid=t_105111_122_f&fid=36582&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FSharpBrains%2F%7E3%2F351742865%2F Here you are have the twice-a-month newsletter with our most popular blog posts. Please remember that you can subscribe to receive this Newsletter by email, simply by submitting your email at the top of this page. News and Events Brain Health Promotion by the American Society on Aging: You may be interested in the excellent agenda the American Society on Aging has put together for health professionals, from September 2-5th in San Francisco, devoting a full day to Brain Health. Alvaro will participate in 3 of the sessions, including giving a keynote on the Future of Brain Health. Can Google Kill Neurons and Rewire Your Whole Brain?: The Atlantic Monthly published an article titled Is Google Making Us Stupid, which basically blamed Google for literally rewiring our brains into more stupid b... SharpBrains blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1672160 Thu, 31 Jul 2008 17:25:42 +0100 1672160 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1657216&cid=t_105111_132_f&fid=35011&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fmndoci%2F%7E3%2F346757907%2F Freebase is a service (I use that word very deliberately) that I have talked about before. I have long had plans for Freebase, but never quite gotten around to doing more than some minor type creation and edits (as opposed to Pierre, who is quite well known with the Freebase crowd). I have also been somewhat annoyed at Freebase’s not quite Semantic Web status and requirement to reside within their environment. Yesterday, at OSCON, I had the chance to listen to a talk by Jamie, Colin and Toby from Metaweb/Freebase. It was a great, enlightening talk, very much a computer science/technology talk, helped by interesting garb (pirate eye patches anyone). I left wanting to go back and play with the system. I really liked the examples that they showed, which really demonstrated the power of ... business|bytes|genes|molecules blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1657216 Sat, 26 Jul 2008 17:42:34 +0100 1657216 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1649081&cid=t_105111_132_f&fid=35011&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fmndoci%2F%7E3%2F343538208%2F Image via WikipediaMark Shuttleworth was one of three opening day speakers at OSCON. During his talk, he used a phrase that really resonated with me Architect for innovation He said this in the context of building a platform that allowed others to be innovative, e.g. Firefox and it’s plugin architecture. I immediately texted myself that phrase. As life scientists, we really lack such platforms. One reason I liked Pipeline Pilot when I saw it was because, it was like a drawing board for ideas. Cytoscape has that potential (although could be easier to use), as does Taverna, although it’s a little heavy too. Bioclipse probably falls into that category as well. Next time a company, or a developer goes about developing a software suite for molecular modeling, or expression analysis ... business|bytes|genes|molecules blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1649081 Wed, 23 Jul 2008 13:13:39 +0100 1649081 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1727807&cid=t_105111_136_f&fid=37846&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthinfoispower.wordpress.com%2F2008%2F07%2F22%2Ffashion-really-can-make-a-statement-in-the-fight-against-ovarian-cancer%2F Kelly Ripa and Molly Sims are fighting for a cure by doing something they love — shop! It’s all a part of Super Saturday Live on QVC. QVC will offer designer clothing, jewelry, beauty products, and accessories at 30% to 50% off of the manufacturer’s suggested retail price. All of the net proceeds [...] (Source: Libby's H*O*P*E*) Libby's H*O*P*E* blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1727807 Wed, 23 Jul 2008 04:19:45 +0100 1727807 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1642711&cid=t_105111_132_f&fid=35011&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fmndoci%2F%7E3%2F342222237%2F I am heading to OSCON tomorrow. You are likely to find me somewhere near the AWS booth, or at cloud computing/Ruby talks ShareThis (Source: business|bytes|genes|molecules) business|bytes|genes|molecules blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1642711 Tue, 22 Jul 2008 04:29:55 +0100 1642711 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1639270&cid=t_105111_132_f&fid=35011&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fmndoci%2F%7E3%2F339986525%2F Interested in the ISMB conference? Not there. Like me, you should be checking out the back channel on Friendfeed ShareThis (Source: business|bytes|genes|molecules) business|bytes|genes|molecules blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1639270 Sat, 19 Jul 2008 16:53:07 +0100 1639270 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1618088&cid=t_105111_132_f&fid=35011&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fmndoci%2F%7E3%2F334402243%2F NBCR Summer Institute 2008 - And as I have found out, Calit2 (which will host some of the sessions) is a wonderful venue. OSCON - No introduction required. I plan to be there for a couple of days If you live in the San Diego area, you might want to check out DekiCon on July 16th ShareThis (Source: business|bytes|genes|molecules) business|bytes|genes|molecules blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1618088 Sun, 13 Jul 2008 17:53:25 +0100 1618088 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1603014&cid=t_105111_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F07%2F09%2Fget-virtually-involved-in-this-weekends-relay-for-life%2F Relay for Life: We’ve all heard about it. Most of us have supported it in one way or another. And, most importantly, many, many of us know someone who is currently or has been affected by cancer. To say that nearly everyone has been touched by this disease in one way or another is a complete understatement. So…with the Relay for Life walks on this summer’s schedule, are you going to participate? Have you formed a group with friends or coworkers to walk? If not, and you’d still like to get involved, head over to Second Life next weekend. There you can create a mini version of yourself and interact with some new online pals. What’s more? You can buy a little virtual Relay t-shirt to put on your virtual self. Last year alone, selling these “t-shirts” ... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1603014 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 17:00:38 +0100 1603014 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1561028&cid=t_105111_85_f&fid=36194&url=http%3A%2F%2Ftesstermulo.com%2F2008%2F07%2F01%2Fits-another-coke-party%2F Coke seems to be exerting all possible efforts promoting their new product, Coke Zero, as there’s another event similar to their “surprise” last February but, this time, sponsored together with SM Hypermart: the Buhay Coke ng Bloggers with SM Hypermarket.  This happened last June 27, Friday, at Taste Asia in SM Mall of Asia. This time, I did not come alone.  I was with my friend, Ailyn, currently a non-blogger but, with a little more prodding, might go into blogging (or maybe not.  She doesn’t even check her email and Friendster page.  Hehe). Well, at least, I think she enjoyed having encountered Marcelle’s magic: His hands are too fast! As for photos of the event, I really wasn’t able to take photos that much.  But I’ve got some videos!  He... Prudence and Madness blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1561028 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 12:40:37 +0100 1561028 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1556276&cid=t_105111_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F07%2F01%2Fhealthbolt-giveaway-win-a-free-lunch-in-new-york-city%2F Calling all New Yorkers and anyone planning on being in the city next week. Healthbolt’s got a free lunch to give away. Here’s the deal… I was contacted by a PR Agency to see if I’d like to attend a “first taste moment” of Truvia natural sweetener, the natural, zero-calorie, great-tasting sweetener made from rebiana, the best tasting part of the stevia plant. They are having press briefings and a luncheon to launch their product. Now I’m never one to turn down a free lunch and I’m quite interested in finding out more about this product having run across the stevia plant at a number of farmer’s markets. But living in New Zealand makes it difficult to do lunch in New York City. So I suggested to the PR people that I’d like to offer ... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1556276 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 07:02:12 +0100 1556276 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1554471&cid=t_105111_132_f&fid=35011&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fmndoci%2F%7E3%2F323013506%2F The venue and dates for BioBarCamp have been finalized and we would like to continue to get the word out for participants and sponsors. BioBarCamp is a gathering of people interested in the life sciences and we hope to have about a 100 people to come together for a 24 hours of fun and serious discussion. Hopefully, a project or two will come out of the event. So those of you who are interested, please hop on over to the Google Group to signup Several people, individuals and companies, have come forward with sponsorship for meals and beverages (geeks need their caffeine). But we could always do with more. So if you are an individual who wants to pitch in, or a company that would like to sponsor the event please contact either myself (deepak AT deepaksingh [DOT] net) or Attila Csordas ([atti... business|bytes|genes|molecules blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1554471 Mon, 30 Jun 2008 06:05:19 +0100 1554471 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1551445&cid=t_105111_132_f&fid=35011&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fmndoci%2F%7E3%2F321347181%2F The first day on Day 1 of the New Communication Channels for Biology workshop was great. Lots of interesting talks and Q&A sessions at a very good venue. More after I return to Seattle, but it is good to see scientists discuss wikis, blogs, video, open science, etc openly, without too much rhetoric. There are also many people really leveraging wikis and other platforms for real science, and doing a pretty good job of thinking about APIs and making sure their resources exist on the programmable web. Also got a chance to plug FriendFeed :). ShareThis (Source: business|bytes|genes|molecules) business|bytes|genes|molecules blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1551445 Fri, 27 Jun 2008 14:06:16 +0100 1551445 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1531361&cid=t_105111_132_f&fid=35011&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fmndoci%2F%7E3%2F315162189%2F Image via WikipediaNext week, I will get a chance to attend a really cool workshop on New communication channels for biology. I’d like to thank the organizers for the invitation. As a blogger, as someone intimately interested in audio/video communication and the use of the web as a communication medium for the sciences, I hope I can make some form of meaningful contribution. Going to San Diego has its own charm. I lived there for almost six years, the longest I have ever stayed in any place for a continuous stretch. I haven’t gone back since I moved to the Seattle area, so hopefully I will get a chance to say hello to old friends and my brother-in-law. I also get a chance to catch up with other members of the online science community (Jean-Claude, Moshe), and with some whom I a... business|bytes|genes|molecules blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1531361 Thu, 19 Jun 2008 05:42:47 +0100 1531361 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1526103&cid=t_105111_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F06%2F17%2Fits-theme-day-at-the-hw-channel-schools-out-yall%2F Image details: Sunbed served by picapp.com For lots of us, June means one thing: School’s Out. Which could be a good thing…or not so much. Doesn’t matter how we feel, this time of year seems to come whether we want it to or not. And thus, it is the center of this month’s Theme Day here across the b5media Health & Wellness Channel. Gloria of Cancer Commentary has been so kind as to host this month’s round-up, full of tips and tricks to get you through the months ahead. You know the bloggers here at this channel always have plenty to say - and this month is no exception. Hope on over and give Gloria a hearty Howdoyado, and check out what we’re all flapping our gums about this month. Enjoy…and Happy Summer! Tags: Healthbolt, Summer ActivitiesShar... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1526103 Tue, 17 Jun 2008 20:19:17 +0100 1526103 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1518667&cid=t_105111_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F06%2F13%2Fits-friday-the-13th-how-superstitious-are-you%2F Does the fact that it’s Friday the 13th make you nervous? Or no? Image details: Business 2 served by picapp.com Okay, all. It’s Friday the 13th. How does that make you feel? Are you freaking out about it? Do you love it like some people love Halloween and breaking mirrors and black cats? I gotta know. Because the thing is: I despise Friday the 13th. Of course, I am a crazy superstitious kind of person, so that doesn’t help matters much. For instance, my son opened an umbrella inside school a couple weeks ago and I freaked. I absolutely refuse to walk under a ladder. The only thing I don’t care much about is the whole black cat thing because, well, I have one. And she’s a little wacky, yes, but I’ve come to appreciate that about her now. But the rest of i... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1518667 Sat, 14 Jun 2008 02:23:33 +0100 1518667 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1509073&cid=t_105111_150_f&fid=35777&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FPharmalot%2F%7E3%2F309593783%2F Consumers became the major source of adverse event reports to the FDA in 2006, replacing physicians, FDA News reports. In 1998, consumers reported 23,691 adverse events, compared with 48,314 physician reports. By 2006, a tipping point occurred - there were 127,475 consumer reports versus 113,444 physician reports, according to FDA data. And last year, the gulf grew wider - consumers reported 174,216 adverse events in 2007, which was 53,216 more than reported by docs, according to the data. Why the shift? FDA News speculates that consumers may have greater awareness of safety issues. That seems to be a reasonable assumption, given the headlines over antidepressants and Vioxx in 2004, a trend that continued last year with Avandia and Chantix. However, we would point out that safety issues ... Pharmalot blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1509073 Wed, 11 Jun 2008 12:32:24 +0100 1509073 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1494297&cid=t_105111_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F06%2F04%2Fa-big-thanks-to-all-healthbolt-carnival-participants%2F Image details: Thank you candy heart served by picapp.com Okay, I am sooo not going to write a post tonight that tries to compete with the fabulous Healthbolt Carnival found below. So instead, I will give another round of thanks to all of you who participated. We soooo love our friends in the Health community. You all are doing some amazing work out there - creative, informative and useful posts, day after day. Great stuff. So proud to be part of such a well-versed and well-rounded group. Also wanted to let you know that we’ll be adding each of you who participated into our blog roll if you’re not already there. Might take a few days, but we’ll get you there, we promise. :) Until then, pass the crab puffs, crank up the tunes, and head back to the Canival! Enjoy!! Your Fri... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1494297 Thu, 05 Jun 2008 02:18:12 +0100 1494297 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1492036&cid=t_105111_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2008%2F06%2F04%2Fexposed-to-a-traumatic-event-maybe-venting-isnt-so-good%2F This study’s first set of data was collected on the day of September 11th 2001. As people sat at home trying to digest the shocking events of the day, 36,000 people were contacted through the internet. These people were part of a pre-selected nationally representative sample of participants who had already agreed to receive regular requests for surveys. They were simply prompted to express whatever thoughts and emotions were currently on their minds, should they choose to do so. Of all these people, 2,138 people were followed up over a period of two years after 9/11 to see how they coped with the collective trauma. The aim of the researcher’s prompt was to make it similar to a psychologist asking someone to share their experience after they witness a traumatic event. Naturall... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1492036 Wed, 04 Jun 2008 13:25:42 +0100 1492036 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1488839&cid=t_105111_136_f&fid=36032&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblog.healthtalk.com%2Fbreast-cancer%2Flife-with-breast-cancer%2Ftell-us-about-your-breast-cancer-event%2F This week in Detroit they had the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure. The American Cancer Society has been hosting their community events as well. All these efforts are to raise money and awareness for breast cancer. One thing that my sister and I would love to do is the three day walk. They are also having a Race for the Cure in Detroit this fall. This event is a little steep though, with participants having to raise over $2,000 in personal donations. Planning for this may take me to 2009.Our cure is coming and it is events like these that are fueling the battle. When you get close to a victory it is not time to relax, but time to press on with even greater efforts. Each year I like to give a forum for people that are participating in something for breast cancer to let us know all about it.... Life with Breast Cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1488839 Mon, 02 Jun 2008 23:42:05 +0100 1488839 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1439521&cid=t_105111_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F05%2F12%2Fdepression-doesnt-play-favorites-an-exclusive-interview%2F Tomorrow is theme day once again here at the b5media Health & Wellness channel and this month is all about depression. Not a sunny topic, I know, but one that is vitally important and has most likely touched each and every one of us in some way or another. Thus, I am so honored to have been able to interview Tristram Hussey, our very own blogger training extraordinaire. Tris has been suffering with depression for many years and has some incredibly valuable insight to share regarding diagnosis, treatment, triggers and more. Tris’s hope is that if this interview helps even one person see a doctor for treatment, we have accomplished something great. Indeed, Tris. And now, the interview: 1. Depression is often considered a quiet disease or one that many folks live with for quite som... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1439521 Tue, 13 May 2008 02:04:08 +0100 1439521 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1426773&cid=t_105111_150_f&fid=35777&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FPharmalot%2F%7E3%2F285334471%2F Where will the money go? Well, the agency says it will significantly expand its postmarketing safety activities, adopting new scientific approaches to drug safety to meet its commitments under the Prescription Drug User Fee Act, FDA News reports. The agency plans to spend fees to fund epidemiology “best practices” and data acquisition ($7 million in fiscal 2008, increasing to $9.5 million in fiscal 2012); new drug trade name review ($5.3 million in fiscal 2008, rising to $6.5 million in fiscal 2012); and risk management and communication ($4 million in fiscal 2008, rising to $5 million in fiscal 2012), according to FDA News. In a draft Drug Safety Five-Year Plan that the agency updates annually and issued for comment last Friday, the FDA signals its intention to use the fees t... Pharmalot blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1426773 Wed, 07 May 2008 11:56:21 +0100 1426773