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Rate hike seen likely for many
Despite efforts from government and industry to reduce health care spending, Rhode Island health insurers say the cost curve is bending in the wrong direction. more

By Patrick Anderson
PBN Staff Writer | 5/20/13

Health reform could strain substance-abuse care
There are some things that don’t get better simply with time. more

By Rebecca Keister
PBN Staff Writer | 5/20/13

New type of flu vaccine outperforms in animal tests
A new type of flu vaccine developed at the U.S. National Institutes of Health outperformed existing products in animal tests, possibly paving the way for a new generation of vaccines. more
Bloomberg News | 5/27/13
Health council mapping out ways to curb costs
Having documented Rhode Island’s projected future need of hospital beds in a report delivered on April 30 to the R.I. General Assembly, the state’s Health Care Planning and Accountability Advisory Council is laying the groundwork for a statewide plan to help control ever-rising care and insurance costs. more
By Richard Asinof
Contributing Writer | 5/27/13
Online programs help people manage their health
Over the last 10 years health-insurance companies have stressed the need for preventative health care and wellness programs. Well ahead of the curve in establishing these programs and evaluating their effectiveness are Janice M. Prochaska and her company, Pro-Change Behavior Systems Inc. of South Kingstown. more

By Michael Souza
PBN Staff Writer | 5/27/13

Career path always clear for longtime veterinarian
Abbott Valley Veterinary Center owner Joyce Gifford knew at an early age there was only one career path for her. more
By Rebecca Keister
Contributing Writer | 5/27/13
A passion for fitness leads to thriving business
Fitness is the mission of Denise Chakoian-Olney’s two Core studios in Providence. Fitness is also the guiding principle of her business plan – lean, consistent and responsive to the intricate and vital movements of her financial muscles. more

By Rhonda Miller
PBN Staff Writer | 5/27/13

Lifespan Sr. VP of finance keeps hospitals healthy
Ann M. Kashmanian never thought about working in the health care industry when she was studying for a master’s degree in business administration at Northeastern University. Today, she helps keep several Ocean State hospitals on sound financial footing and works to make sure health care is available to everyone. more
By John Larrabee
Contributing Writer | 5/27/13
Inspectors up after 2011 outbreak
The St. Joseph’s Day salmonella outbreak that sickened 66 people and killed two in 2011, allegedly from a batch of bad zeppoles, was a turning point for food-safety inspection in Rhode Island. more

By Patrick Anderson
PBN Staff Writer | 6/3/13

Langenus named to Blue Cross board of directors
PROVIDENCE – John C. Langenus has joined Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island as the newest member of its board of directors, the health insurer announced on June 5. more
6/17/13
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