Nurse Practitioner in Gladstone, IL Accepting Medicare
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 Taylor Rae Torrance, APRN, FNP-BC Nurse Practitioner - Family Medicare: Not Enrolled in Medicare Practice Location: 1276 Galbraith Rd, Gladstone, IL 61437 Phone: 309-255-4796 |
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New study points to new treatments for some forms of Lou Gehrig's disease
A new study indicates that mutant Cu/Zn superoxide dismutase (SOD1) enzymes that are associated with an inherited form of Lou Gehrig's disease cause the protein to become sticky in tissues. Partial unfolding of the mutant protein can expose hydrophobic residues that may promote abnormal interactions with other proteins or membranes in the cell.
Texas rethinks disease management program
Since 2004 Texas has run a disease management program they believed would improve care for Medicaid patients and save the state money. "The company said it would use persistent phone calls, a 24-hour hotline, and house visits if necessary to persuade Medicaid patients to take better care of themselves, saving the state an estimated $14 million a year in hospitalizations and other costs."
Study: Brain hormones could improve metabolism and fight obesity
A mitochondrial hormone expressed by cells deep in the brain appears to play a role in improving metabolism and fighting off obesity, according to a new study in mice.
As ventilators become crucial in saving lives, repair roadblocks remain
For years, manufacturers of ventilators and other medical equipment have kept a tight grip on the ability of hospitals to service and repair those products, prompting lawsuits and under-the-table sharing of repair manuals and software passwords.
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