Health Tourism
Our Editor in Chief E. Clare Misquitta spoke in God's Own Country - Kerala on KERALA Health Tourism 2011 An International Conference and Exhibition on Health Tourism organized by Confederation of Indian Industry. Plenary Sessions included "International Experiences & Best Practices"; Standarization, Accreditation & Quality Care; Dental Tourism; Kerala: Mecca of Ayurveda - Challenges and Opportunities; Health Tourism in Kerala - The Way Forwar; Role of International & Domestic Insurance Companies/TPAs/Medical Tourism Operators; Expectations of International Medical Tourists and finally Kerala - Making of a preferred Health Tourism Destination.
The Brightside Global Team was able to experience the the Healing Power of Ayurveda in God's Own Country - Kerala, India with the cgh earth experience hotels. According to Elton R. Brewington- Managing Editor "They have done a remarkable with ancient palaces and setting up facilities for everyday guests to experience Ayurveda". Kalari Kovilakom a palace set in a 19th century, once a home to the Vengunad kinds of old Malabar. A true aryurvedic treat in retreat form the indulgence of a palace with the austerity of an ashram, and aims to produce a glowing new person - through self realization. The therapeutic programme includes cleansing and healing in the holistic Ayurvedic traditions. Brunton Boadtyard celebrates the many influences-Portuguese, Dutch, British, Arab, Jewish that have made Fort Cochin what it is today and transports you to the eventful past of the old boatyard to Geo Brunton and Sons visit www.kalarikovilakom.com or www.cghearth.com
North Shore LIJ Lenox Hill Hospital At the Autumn Ball, held in New York William O. Hiltz, Chairman Executive Committee Lenox Hill Hospital, Frank Danza, Executive Director Lenox Hill Hospital were proud to pledge for Lenox Hill Hospital the delivery of the very best medical care every day of the week, every week of the year and they were proud to say that they had kept that pledge since 1857. The North Shore -LIJ were proud to be part of the legacy with a promising future of the North Shore-LIJ's flagship hospital in Manhattan. According to Richard D. Goldstein, Chairman, Board of Trustees North Shore LIJ Health System and Michael J. Dowling, President and CEO, North Shore -LIJ Health System. " One of the health system's most significant commitments is a $110 million investment to develop a new model for emergency care in Lower Manhattan, returning comprehensive healthcare to the West Side. We've received state approval to develop a Center for Comprehensive Care on the grounds of the former St. Vincent's Hospital in Greenwich Village. The "first-of-its-kind" neighborhood medical complex, operating as a division of Lenox Hill Hospital with the around-the-clock Emergency Department, as well as full service imaging and ambulatory surgery services and physician offices. For more information contact the North Shore-LIJ Health System and Lenox Hill Hospital
The Bravewell Leadership Award Mimi Guarneri, MD, FACC was the award recipient of The Bravewell Leadership Award. Board-Certified in cardiology, internal medicine, nuclear medicine and holistic medicine, Mimi Guarneri, MD, FACC, is the Director of the Bravewell Clinical Network and the Founder and Medical Director of the Scripps Center for Integrative Medicine. The Bravewell Leadership Award was developed to recognize, empower, encourage and sustain the leadership in the field of integrative medicine. For more information visit www.bravewell.org
Mayo Clinic Announces Smoke-Free Worksite Challenge
The challenge's goal is to expand the number of employees of all sectors able to work in a smoke-free environment. The effort is a global multi-sector partnership comprised of private sector companies, nongovernmental organizations and governments. Partners are committed to making their worksites 100 percent smoke-free and commit to assist others to do so.
"Mayo Clinic has had a leading role, as a large employer, in creating a smoke-free worksite for close to 30 years," says John Noseworthy, M.D., Mayo Clinic president and CEO. "We are committed to the needs of our patients and employees, and we are excited to be a partner in this challenge to help make workplaces around the world smoke-free so all employees have the right to clean air." Dr. Noseworthy was part of a press conference today to announce Mayo's commitment.
The challenge builds on the commitment Mayo Clinic brought last year to CGI. That initiative, called Global Bridges, has begun to build and energize a worldwide network of health care providers to lead development of tobacco control and treatment programs in their countries and regions. In less than a year, Global Bridges has trained more than 5,800 health care providers from 31 countries in sessions ranging from short webinars to intensive workshops. "Secondhand smoke affects everyone," says Richard Hurt, M.D., chairman of Global Bridges and founding director of Mayo's Nicotine Dependence Center. "This challenge protects workers from secondhand smoke who don't have any choice. Smokers in a smoke-free environment are more likely to reduce their smoking and increase the chances of them quitting smoking, so it's healthy for everyone. Right now, over 30 countries across the world have smoke-free workplace laws, which is pretty amazing. We're hoping to increase that number dramatically with this initiative."
Over twenty-five years ago, Mayo Clinic was one of the first medical centers in the United States to create a smoke-free worksite.
Global Smoke-Free Worksite Challenge is a collaboration among the American Cancer Society, the Global Business Coalition on Health, Johnson & Johnson, Mayo Clinic, the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, and the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services.
Become A Global Smoke-Free Worksite Challenge Partner
Of 57 million global deaths in 2008, 36 million -63 percent - were caused by non communicable diseases (NCDs), and tobacco consumption is one of four main behavior risk factors for NCDs. In 2030, NCDs are projected to claim 52 million lives
According to the World Health Organization, restrictions on smoking in workplaces are a "best buy" for reducing tobacco use and preventing NCDs" They also act as a catalyst for national smoke-free legislation.
When people smoke at work, they directly harm themselves and indirectly harm - through secondhand smoke - their coworkers.
To date more than 30 countries have enacted smoke free legislature. In countries yet to pass smoke-free workplace laws, including U.S. employees who enact smoke-free workplace policies can lead by example and move their nations towards becoming entirely smoke-free
The Global Smoke -Free Worksite Challenge is a commitment that creates a global, multi-sector partnership comprised by private sector companies, non-governmental organizations, governments and intergovernmental organizations focused on expanding the number of employees who are protected from second-hand smoke at the workplace. Organizations joining the commitment fall into one of the three categories - Not yet smoke-free; Already smok-free; Funding. For more information visit Global Smoke -Free Worksite Challenge
MEDICAL DEVICE NEWS
MICRON PRODUCTS CHOSEN AS A NEW PRODUCT EVALUATION SITE BY ARBURG
FITCHBURG, MA, June 7, 2011 – Micron Products, a leading medical device manufacturer and the world’s largest producer of high-performance ECG disposable electrode sensors, has been selected by ARBURG as a product evaluation site for its new ALLROUNDER 370 E, 66 Tons all-electric injection molding machine. The EDRIVE (E) product range (66 to 220 tons) is an economical electric alternative to hydraulic injection molding machinesandwas launched in Germany at ARBURG’s annual Technology Days event in March. The EDRIVE, which is now being introduced in the United States, offers several benefits including considerably reduced cycle times, superior process control and energy efficiency. In addition, it is designed to minimize emissions, making it ideal for producing medical components in a clean room. The new unit adds to Micron Products’ 20-machine ARBURG installation base.
“Micron Products enjoys a productive, long-standing relationship with ARBURG. We are very pleased to participate in the evaluation of the new electric machine that is being introduced into this market,” said Peter Pignone, Vice President of Engineering for Micron Products. “ARBURG knows our operation well, as we already utilize their electric ALLROUNDER A series in our facility. For the new unit, ARBURG chose a size appropriate to the needs of our electrode manufacturing operation and allowed us to customize the barrel and accessory configurations according to our specific requirements. The machine is an evolution of the modular concept in electric form. The new design offers energy efficiency and performance that we believe will suit our needs and enhance the capabilities of our robust injection molding operation,” he continued."ARBURG was very pleased that Micron Products agreed to participate as a product evaluation site in the United States . It was very important that the equipment would be challenged by a prestigious and market leading company that has experience and expertise in technical injection molding. We look forward to their continued feedback as we introduce the ALLROUNDER E into the US market," said John Ward, Vice President / Sales & Marketing for ARBURG, Inc.
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