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Blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) proliferating in lakes worldwide. |
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McGill University: The organisms commonly known as blue-green algae have proliferated much more rapidly than other algae in lakes across North America and Europe over the past two centuries - and in many cases the rate of increase has sharply accelerated since the mid-20th century, according to an international team of researchers led by scientists at McGill University.
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Polysorbate 80 and carboxymethylcellulose - food emulsifiers, and metabolic syndrome |
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EurekAlert: Emulsifiers, which are added to most processed foods to aid texture and extend shelf life, can alter the gut microbiota composition and localization to induce intestinal inflammation that promotes the development of inflammatory bowel disease and metabolic syndrome, new research shows.
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Mohawk Valley Health System offering brain, kidney programs in March - The Rome Observer |
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UTICA – On Sunday, March 1, Faxton St. Luke’s Healthcare will host a free stroke support group presentation for ‘Brain Awareness Month’ at noon in the Soggs Room at St. Luke’s Home in the Center for Rehabilitation and Continuing Care Services, 1650 Champlin Ave., Utica.
The Brain Awareness Campaign is a worldwide celebration of the brain that brings together scientists, families, schools and communities. The global celebration, launched by The Dana Alliance for Brain Initiatives, presents an opportunity to bring attention to brain science advances. Come learn about the new strategies that are advancing in stroke care.
For more information or to RSVP, call 315-624-6847.
The Dialysis Center at Mohawk Valley Health System will offer another educational program for those who have been diagnosed with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), on Tuesday, March 10, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. in Weaver Lounge at the Faxton Campus, 1676 Sunset Ave., Utica.
Registration is required as seating is limited. Contact Cindy Christian, program coordinator, at 315-624-5635 or:
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According to the National Kidney Foundation, 26 million Americans have CKD and millions of others are at risk for developing the disease. Early detection and intervention helps to prevent the progression of kidney disease to kidney failure, known as End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
In this program, patients will learn more about kidney disease, ways to slow the loss of kidney function, and how medications, diet and lifestyle can affect the progression of the disease. Patients will have the opportunity to meet with dietitians, social workers and nurses who specialize in renal (kidney) care. Family members, friends and caregivers are invited to attend the program as well.
The program also covers the transition from CKD to ESRD. Patients will learn about treatment options available to ESRD patients, including dialysis treatment options.
Learning what to expect with CKD or ESRD helps patients cope with their diagnosis and make informed treatment decisions that are best suited to their condition.
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Philadelphia man pleads guilty to accepting kickbacks from ambulance company - Philadelphia Business Journal (blog) |
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A Philadelphia dialysis patient has pleaded guilty to accepting kickbacks from an ambulance company, then lying to law enforcement officials about it.
A 61-year-old Philadelphia man pleaded guilty to receiving kickbacks and making false statements to law enforcement officials in connection with the federal government's ongoing crackdown on Medicare and Medicaid fraud by ambulance companies in the Philadelphia region.
William Conner, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office, accepted monthly payments from Brotherly Love Ambulance Inc. — a now defunct Philadelphia ambulance company – to use the company to transport him to dialysis treatments, even though he could have been transported safely by other means and was, therefore, not eligible for ambulance service under Medicare and Medicaid requirements.
Feda Kuran, the founder and president of Brotherly Love, was sentenced to 64 months in prison in November 2014 for her role in the ambulance company's scheme to defraud the government health insurance programs by billing for ambulance trips, and in some instances trips in private vehicles, that were provided to patients who were not eligible for such services. The company's actions resulted in the Medicare program paying more than $2 million in inappropriate bills.
During the past five years, federal authorities have charged eight Philadelphia-area ambulance companies with filing fraudulent claims that have cost the Medicare program more than $18 million.
According to the U.S. Attorney's Office, Conner, when interviewed by federal law enforcement officers about receiving payments, lied and denied receiving cash from Brotherly Love.
Conner faces a maximum possible sentence of 20 years in prison, three years of supervised release and a $1 million fine. He will be sentenced in late May.
The case was investigated by the Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the Department of Labor Office of the Inspector General. It is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorneys Matthew J.D. Hogan and Paul W. Kaufman.
John George covers health care, biotech/pharmaceuticals and sports business.
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