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Study: Older women still need contraception
New research has shown that women reaching the age of 40 need to be vigilant about contraception, according to an article recently published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal. more
Westerly Hospital receives quality certification
Westerly Hospital has received ISO 9001:2008 certification by DNV, a leading accreditor of U.S. hospitals that integrates ISO 9001 quality compliance with Medicare conditions of participation. more
Coastal Medical, UnitedHealthcare partner on new ACO
Costal Medical announced that it has created a new accountable care organization, or ACO, to enable primary care doctors to better manage patient health care and achieve lower costs and higher-quality outcomes. more
More companies needed in exchange
When the Rhode Island health-benefits exchange becomes operational on Oct. 1, companies with fewer than 50 employees will be able to use it to offer health insurance to their workers. But those with between 50 and 99 employees will not be able to do so. more
4/1/13
Lifespan lab first phase of new research investment
The opening of a new stem cell research laboratory on the fifth floor of Lifespan’s Coro Building in the Knowledge District affirms the city’s place as a budding academic clinical-research hub, according to Dr. Peter Quesenberry, director of hematology oncology at Rhode Island Hospital and The Miriam Hospital. more
By Richard Asinof
Contributing Writer | 4/1/13
Regulators suspend review of Landmark purchase
State regulators have suspended their review of Prime Healthcare Service’s application to buy Landmark Medical Center until the applicant can provide additional clarifying information, according to Amy Kempe, spokeswoman for the R.I. Attorney General’s office. more
Nurse residency program seen improving patient care
The current demand for nurses is only expected to grow in the coming years. more

By Lindsay Lorenz
PBN Researcher | 4/8/13

Hospital beds, health planning and controlling costs
In business, many major projects begin with a needs assessment. Since becoming involved with health care reform years ago and helping to form the grassroots reform group today known as HealthRIght, I have long advocated such a planning process for our health care system. more
Guest Column:
Ted Almon | 4/8/13
Expanded sales tax putting too much pressure on pet servicers
To the Editor: For more than 70 years, my family has dedicated their lives to taking care of family pets in Rhode Island. From grooming and day care to veterinary services and boarding, we have devoted our expertise and our passion to pets. Those of us who work at the Rhode Island Animal Medical Center and Four Paws Resort, do what we do for the love of animals. It’s not just the family business – it’s a “calling.” more
4/8/13
Nursing project salve to R.I. health needs
With the creation of the Rhode Island Coalition for the Future of Nursing, we are witnessing the power that collaboration can have to solve problems in the 21st century. more
4/8/13
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