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Many doctors to stay course on breast exams for now
Despite new recommendations that most women start breast screening at 50 rather than 40, many doctors told the New York...
Rising obesity will cost U.S. healthcare $344 billion a year
If the U.S. obesity rates continues to rise, obesity will cost the United States about $344 billion in medical-related...
Web Exclusive: Coca-Cola Partnership Hits a Nerve
A number of family practice physicians are upset with the American Academy of Family Physicians for partnering with...
American Academy of Family Physicians loses members over deal with Coke
The American Academy of Family Physicians has prompted outcry and lost members over its new six-figure alliance with...
Web Exclusive: CDC Lifts Ban on U.S. Visitors with HIV
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said in a final rule issued Monday that it is amending its...
Insurance discounts for healthy habits spur debate in Washington
Some companies are charging lower insurance premiums to workers who meet benchmarks for healthy living, and the...
Web Exclusive: Genetics Rule Could Hamper Wellness Efforts
An interim final rule from the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 could cripple wellness, disease...
Magazine: Health Plans: DM's Struggle to Remain Relevant
Four ways disease management can reclaim a vital role in healthcare.
Web Exclusive: Is Self-Management the Future of DM?
Empowering the individual patient to take control of his or her health could become the next frontier for disease...
Aetna to end payment for a drug in colonoscopies
Aetna is the latest insurer to clamp down on the use of a powerful anesthetic during an increasingly common form of...

Book: Predictive Modeling in Disease Management, 2nd Edition
Newly updated, Predictive Modeling in Disease Management, 2nd Edition, provides the latest information about predictive...
Book: Engage! A Guide to Involving Your Consumers in Their Health
Education on the merits of a consumer-driven health plan is vital, as you seek to create a bond between the consumer...
Book: Integrating Wellness into Your Disease Management Program, Second Edition
Disease management companies and health plans must incorporate wellness offerings into their packages to employers...
Audio Conference: In-sourcing vs. Outsourcing Disease and Health Management
Many managed care companies are struggling with which programs to bring in-house or whether to in-source all DM...