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Drugs found in Whitney Houston's system

Posted: Published on March 23rd, 2012

Whitney Houston's sister-in-law and manager issued a statement saying they are thankful to finally know how the singer died. "We are saddened to learn of the toxicology results, although we are glad to now have closure," said Patricia Houston, the singer's sister-in-law and manager, in a statement to the Associated Press. Patricia Houston told Winfrey she raced to Houston's room after hearing an assistant screaming and crying. She found her brother Ray over Houston, frantically trying to revive her. Houston was out of the bathtub and on the floor, she said, but Patricia Houston said she was unsure how she got there. "The paramedics were coming in at that point. I said, 'Ray, let it go.' He was so out of breath. I felt so badly for him," Patricia Houston said, according to a transcript of the interview. She was able to see Houston before paramedics arrived moments later. "She had a peaceful look on her face," Patricia Houston said. The coroner's report released Thursday determined that Whitney Houston died accidentally as the result of drowning. The coroner said heart disease and cocaine use were also factors. Toxicology tests showed a cocktail of drugs in the pop star's system. Traces … Continue reading →

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Roche to sell cheaper cancer drugs in India

Posted: Published on March 23rd, 2012

MUMBAI (Reuters) - Swiss drugmaker Roche Holding AG plans to offer cut-price versions of two blockbuster cancer drugs for the Indian market soon, a company spokesman said on Friday, days after New Delhi moved to slash the price of a rival cancer treatment. India stripped German's Bayer AG of its exclusive rights to Nexavar earlier this month and licensed a local drugs company to produce a cheap, generic version, on the grounds that poor Indians could not otherwise afford the life-saving drug. Roche, the world's biggest maker of cancer drugs, said it would offer "significantly" cheaper, locally branded versions of its two cancer drugs, Herceptin and MabThera, by early next year, under an alliance with India's Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd. "The scope is to enable access for a large majority of patients who currently pay out of pocket as well as to partner with the government to enable increased access to our products for people in need," spokesman Daniel Grotzky said by phone from company headquarters in Basel, Switzerland. Monthly doses of Herceptin and MabThera cost around $3,000 to $4,500 per patient at wholesale prices, Grotzky said. "With this strategy, we expect to significantly increase the number of patients treated with … Continue reading →

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Drowning killed Houston, but drugs took high toll

Posted: Published on March 23rd, 2012

LOS ANGELES (AP) Drugs took many things from Whitney Houston her pristine voice, clean image and her career and coroner's officials revealed Thursday that cocaine also played a role in the Grammy winner's death in the bathtub of a luxury hotel nearly six weeks ago. Houston drowned accidentally at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on Feb. 11, and autopsy results revealed heart disease and her recent and chronic cocaine use were contributing factors. The results ended weeks of speculation about what killed the singer-actress at age 48 on the eve of the Grammy Awards and a planned comeback. Instead, Houston now joins the long list of entertainers who have died early with drugs at least partly to blame. Coroner's officials did not reveal how much cocaine was found in Houston's system, but said there were signs of recent and chronic use. It was unclear whether she suffered a heart attack before drowning, Assistant Chief Coroner Ed Winter said. "We are saddened to learn of the toxicology results, although we are glad to now have closure," Patricia Houston, the singer's sister-in-law and manager, said in a statement. Houston's death the night before the Grammys altered the awards ceremony and brought back immediate … Continue reading →

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BioMed Intelligence, Inc. Unveils RxCube – Unsurpassed Business Intelligence Technology for the Pharmacy Services …

Posted: Published on March 23rd, 2012

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- BioMed Intelligence, Inc. (BMI) today announced the launch of RxCube, BMIs new interactive online data warehouse and reporting tool designed to provide the pharmacy services industry instantaneous data accessibility to track and analyze utilization trends, identify patient care management issues and determine cost saving opportunities. BMIs RxCube creates the opportunity for pharmacies to effectively eliminate reporting gaps they often face in trying to support their internal and external (i.e. REMS, payer, Pharma, etc.) client data reporting requirements. Effective pharmacy management relies on accurate and accessible information derived from integrated datasets. BMIs RxCube puts the power of integrated data directly within a pharmacys control by providing flexibility to track critical statistics detailing operational, financial, and clinical performance. More importantly, using RxCubes intuitive user interface, business managers, clinicians and other organizational disciplines can utilize these statistics to identify trends and their causes, and effectively target and investigate opportunities for improvement across their businesses. RxCubes advanced trend indicators enable direct access to measure KPIs against budgets, previous periods, and specific financial goals. RxCube enables pharmacies to: According to Jim Maguire, BMIs Chief Executive Officer, BMIs RxCube is a cutting-edge tool and a valuable new addition to our product portfolio of … Continue reading →

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Parkview Health Upgrades Its Talyst Pharmacy Automation

Posted: Published on March 23rd, 2012

BELLEVUE, Wash., March 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Parkview Health, recognized as one of Indiana's leading provider of healthcare services, upgrades its pharmacy automation with Talyst's latest innovations. Parkview Health, a Talyst customer for almost 10 years, has implemented AutoPharm Enterprise, refrigerated AutoCarousel HD, AutoPack, and AutoLabel to enhance inventory control, increase workflow efficiency and improve patient safety. The upgrade is part of Parkview Regional Medical Center's expansion a newly built north-side hospital. "With Talyst technologies, Parkview Health has established a hub and spoke model redistributing to six pharmacies that are servicing eight hospitals," said Tim Cmelik, Director of Pharmacy at Parkview Health. "The products have improved medication management across our entire health system." "One of our goals is to deliver cutting-edge technology that improves our customers' pharmacy operations," said Carla Corkern, Chief Executive Officer at Talyst. "Our latest technologies continue to support our customers with that goal while also providing high quality service." About Parkview Health Parkview Health is a not-for-profit, community-based health system that serves northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio. Parkview is home to the region's first Verified Level II Adult and Pediatric Trauma Centers. Additional services include the Samaritan Flight Program, Parkview Heart Institute, Parkview Ortho Hospital, a … Continue reading →

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Argus Expands CVS/pharmacy Relationship into Preferred Network

Posted: Published on March 23rd, 2012

KANSAS CITY, Mo., March 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --Argus Health Systems, Inc., a leading transparent pharmacy benefits administrator, today announced that it has established a Preferred Network with CVS/pharmacy, to provide expanded network options. This coordinated effort by Argus and CVS/pharmacy provides further alternatives in pharmacy networks for Argus customers. This agreement enables Argus to offer customers additional options in an alternative network. With the addition of CVS/pharmacy into the Preferred Network, Argus expands pharmacy access to its existing customer base. CVS/pharmacy, with more than 7,300 pharmacies across the U.S., has a level of national depth and access to care, while offering affordable medicines that can assist in preventing costly medical expenses. "When analyzing current pricing, we see a potential cost savings with an alternative network versus an open network," said Jonathan Boehm, president and CEO, Argus Health Systems. "Customers utilizing our alternative network options can generate potential savings, dependent on which network option is selected. Expanding the CVS access into a Preferred Network is an element of the overall Argus dedication to enhance all aspects of pharmacy benefit management and choices for our customers." Argus continues to expand the concept of alternative network options and continues to review contracting pharmacies … Continue reading →

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ARMSRx Unites Pharmacy Benefit and Wellness

Posted: Published on March 23rd, 2012

ORLANDO, Fla., March 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --ARMSRx, LLC a pharmacy benefits consulting firm, held its annual conference March 7 9 at the Shores Resort and Spa, Daytona Beach, FL. This year's event "Speedway to Health" driven by the location and exclusive dinner venue located at the Daytona 500 Club, Daytona International Speedway, provided detailed advanced pharmacy benefit information as well as insight into the relation of pharmacy benefits and wellness. The focus started with; where and how disease states begin and how to prevent them in the first place. Jennifer Kingsley Wilson, CEO of ARMSRx, explained that the majority of disease states are caused by inflammation in the body. The topics built on each other beginning with the basics of genetic testing and risk factors, to the scientific breakthroughs to cure disease through Proteomics and finally how certain foods that you eat cause inflammation, leading to a multitude of disease conditions. Presenters included Dr. Jamie Wright, DO, FACOOG, ABAARM and twice Double Board Certified expert in Metabolic and Nutritional Medicine. Dr. Wright elaborated on the conclusive evidence associated with food intolerance, inflammation and disease. Dr. Edwin Lee, founder of the Institute of Hormonal Balance, enlightened the audience with a discussion … Continue reading →

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Florida Man Walking to Washington for Autism

Posted: Published on March 23rd, 2012

Troy Blevins walks north along U.S. 1 near Lakeview Wednesday afternoon. Troy Blevins strides up U.S. 1 with a purpose. The Florida resident is walking to Washington, D.C., hoping to raise awareness of autism. He began his 760-mile trek, which he calls My House to the White House, at his home inSt. Augustine, Fla., in mid-February. He tries to walk 18 to 20 miles each day, and hopes to arrive at his destination April 5. We are hoping to make an impact,Blevins said by cellphone as he walked through Moore County Wednesday. He is walking on behalf of Project Autism of St. Johns Inc. April is Autism Awareness Month. Blevins and his wife, Gina, have two sons, Blake, 11, and Ty, 9. Both have autism. Along the way, Blevins is speaking with local groups, schools, media and individuals. He stresses the importance of early diagnosis and treatment of autism.The earlier autism is diagnosed, typically the more successful treatment can be, Blevins said. In turn, the cost of treatment can be significantly decreased if treatment is received at an early age. During his trek through Moore County, he stopped at Longleaf Academy and spoke to children and staff. Blevins said he … Continue reading →

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Health Notes: UVA conducting high blood pressure clinical trial

Posted: Published on March 23rd, 2012

Prue Salasky 10:56 a.m. EDT, March 20, 2012 According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 30 percent of American adults have high blood pressure, a major risk factor for heart attack and stroke. The standard treatment is medication, but some patients are unable to control their high blood pressure despite taking three or more medications. A team of University of Virginia School of Medicine experts in treating high blood pressure is studying whether a procedure can reduce blood pressure. The treatment, called renal denervation, removes nerves in the kidney. A non-medical treatment would be welcomed for many patients with difficult-to-control blood pressures who are resistant to typical blood pressure medications, says cardiologist Dearing Johns, MD, a specialist in treating high blood pressure who will help evaluate trial participants. UVA is the only center in Virginia participating in this clinical trial; at this time, renal denervation is only available through the trial. Trial participants are randomized to receive either renal denervation or continue on their medications. After six months, participants who are randomly chosen to continue on their medications have the opportunity to receive renal denervation. The UVA treatment team includes Johns; interventional radiologist John Fritz Angle, … Continue reading →

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Telethon Delivers Life Changing Services

Posted: Published on March 23rd, 2012

March 22, 2012 Updated Mar 22, 2012 at 11:39 PM EDT (WKBW) He was a visionary beyond his years Dr. Robert Warner founded The Center for Children with Special Needs at Women and Children's Hospital in 1956. The center was desperately needed to address the polio epidemic, cerebral palsy, and a list of other medical issues emerging in the late 1940's. Today that work continues with a dedicated team of doctors and therapists lead by Dr. Martin Hoffman. "It's a busy place and I'm proud to be a part of it now," said Dr. Hoffman. The center tracks every child born in the neo-natal intensive care unit. Ten thousand children visit the center each year and the staff provides on-going treatment to 5,000 patients every year. All with varying mental and physical needs. "Gross motor which means big muscle skills, fine muscle skills, speech and language, skills, cognitive skills which means intelligence awareness issues and social issues too," explained Hoffman. Christine Pierson's two year old daughter Lilly had delays in speech, motor skills and she had problems eating. When Christine tried to get help she was turned away by other facilities. "When she was denied for early intervention I basically … Continue reading →

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