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In a bid to address the unsustainable financial burden on its health expenditure, the Saudi Arabian government is shifting its focus towards regulating medical services and privatising the management of existing hospitals. This move is expected to improve the quality of care, attract more health insurance companies, and reduce the
Health care industry
The Joint Brokers Forum has rejected proposals by the Council for Medical Schemes (CMS) to overhaul the fee structures for healthcare intermediaries, citing concerns that this could create an unfair environment and lead to a lack of affordable advice for the majority of covered and uncovered members. The CMS had
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Wilf Hanni, the Conservative candidate for the Columbia River-Revelstoke riding, has a diverse background in various industries, including the oil industry, where he currently works as an independent consultant. Hanni's experience in the Reform Party of Canada and the B.C. Reform Party has prepared him for his
Pharmaceutical industry
Top fund managers have been cautiously optimistic, with many stashing money in cash as the economy and market work themselves out. Following a market bottom in late November, all major indexes scored a follow-through day on Dec. 2, signaling a confirmed rally. In their latest reporting periods, top funds have
Pharmaceutical industry
Concert Pharmaceuticals, Inc. announced its participation in the 27th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference, a prestigious event in the pharmaceutical industry. Roger Tung, Ph.D., the company's President and Chief Executive Officer, will present a comprehensive overview of the company on January 12, 2009, at 2:00
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Senator Mar Roxas is advocating for tax relief measures to alleviate the financial burden on ordinary citizens, citing the increasing cost of living and rising oil prices. As the Congress resumes session on January 21, Roxas plans to push for the suspension of 12 percent expanded value-added tax (EVAT) on
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Tainan City in South Taiwan has taken a significant step towards reducing environmental pollution by becoming the first city in the country to ban vehicle idling. As of Tuesday, drivers can face fines up to NT$2,000 (US$62) for leaving their engine running for more than three minutes
Health care industry
The city of Chicago has struggled to implement meaningful reforms in various areas since 2006, when a critical assessment of the city's Agenda for Change was proposed. This article reviews the progress made in transportation, environment, health care, small business climate, and education, highlighting the successes and shortcomings
Health care industry
As the cost of healthcare in the United States continues to soar, more and more Americans are seeking medical care abroad, with approximately 500,000 people traveling overseas for treatments last year. This trend is fueled by the growing number of uninsured Americans and rising medical costs, which have led
Health care industry
Seven Summits Research, a prominent investment research group, has released NewsBites, a comprehensive stock report providing essential information and hedged trade ideas to investors. The report covers key stocks such as Caremark Rx Inc., Corning Inc., Las Vegas Sands Corp., Joy Global, Inc., and Western Digital Corp. The NewsBites aim
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Clinical trials evaluating the combination of Vidaza(R) (azacitidine for injectable suspension) with histone deacetylase (HDAC) inhibitors have shown promising results in the treatment of higher-risk myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) and acute myeloid leukemia (AML). Three studies presented at the 48th Annual Meeting and Exposition of the American Society of Hematology
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A large-scale international study has found that Xeloda, an oral chemotherapy medication, is as effective as a standard treatment combination in delaying disease progression in patients with advanced colorectal cancer. Roche, the manufacturer of Xeloda, plans to submit the data to worldwide regulatory authorities to seek approval for the treatment.
