Investigation of contaminated heparin syringes highlights medication safety issues Oct 13, 2009
The subsequent investigation revealed that the company was not in compliance with safety regulations and identified challenges and areas for improvement in medication monitoring systems. Between October 2007 and February 2008, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) received reports of clusters of bloodstream infections caused by the bacteria Serratia marcescens at health care facilities in several states, according to background information in the article. (EurekAlert!)
Unmonitored patient left to die Oct 9, 2009
Monitoring systems in the hospital's high-dependency unit were ''less than perfect'' when Rashpal Hayer died in July 2007, the NSW Coroner Mary Jerram said yesterday. She was delivering findings after an inquest into Ms Hayer's death, which examined the failure to reattach the monitor and heard evidence of ''a 'culture' of silencing irritating alarms in that ward. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
No scientific link between childhood vaccines and autism Oct 9, 2009
A new article recently published in the Journal for Specialists in Pediatric Nursing explored vaccination history, vaccine safety monitoring systems in the U.S., and the two most publicized theoretical vaccine-related exposures associated with autism the vaccine preservative thimerosal and the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine. A review of published research shows that there is not convincing scientific evidence supporting a relationship between vaccines and autism. (EurekAlert!)
Major Irish River Now 'Wired' To Detect Pollution Incidents Oct 8, 2009
Working together they are studying the best ways to deploy, maintain, continuously collect environmental and water quality data and evaluate the effects of long-term sensor deployment on water quality monitoring systems and sensor data from a number of sites, and disseminate the findings to the widest possible audience ... It is also envisaged that the deployed multi-sensor systems can act as a "live" platform for parallel projects (funded elsewhere) and as a test bed to implement and evaluate... (Science Daily)
Bazell: How safe are the shots? Oct 6, 2009
On the off chance that there could be a rare side effect, there are huge monitoring systems in place. They'll detect any side effects pretty quickly, especially in the military, where service members are required to get the vaccine. (MSNBC -- Health)
Danger zone just a stone's throw away Oct 2, 2009
Earthquake monitoring systems needed to be upgraded in countries such as Vanuatu, Fiji and PNG, and building codes needed to be developed and implemented, to stop schools and hospitals from being destroyed. More engineering and earth science students from these countries should be trained here too, he said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Will the 'Smart Grid' Be Safe Enough? Sep 26, 2009
A smart grid would upgrade the country's electricity infrastructure by building in two-way communications and feedback and monitoring systems that could improve the reliability and efficiency of the country's power grid. It could, for example, automatically prevent the kind of cascading power outage that blacked out much of the Northeast United States and Canada in August of 2003. (Fox News)
S.D. court ruling 1st upholding booze bracelet use Sep 25, 2009
Matthew Mitchell, regional sales manager for Alcohol Monitoring Systems, the Colorado-based designers of the SCRAM unit, said evidence from the bracelets has faced legal challenges before, but last week's ruling was the first appellate decision to back the technology. Company spokeswoman Kathleen Brown said the bracelets are increasingly being applied in cases of domestic violence and underage consumption. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Measuring The Next Successful Antennas For In-body Health Monitoring Devices Sep 25, 2009
To ensure the wireless implants work with monitoring systems we need to be able to measure how the radio waves behave when transmitted. Coaxial cable is traditionally used to measure the performance of small electric antennas. (Science Daily)
> San Jose's RFI security systems keep unwanted out Sep 24, 2009
His company makes security and monitoring systems for businesses and residences. THE BUSINESS: provides, designs and installs security and fire alarm safety systems for such clients as high-rise office buildings, medical centers and college campuses. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
* Keeping fishing boats out of trouble Sep 23, 2009
At the same time, it is to be hoped that the Council of Agriculture, the CGA and other government agencies will work together to improve Taiwans ship monitoring systems and speed up installation of automatic vessel identification and tracking systems on boats that often enter disputed waters. This would allow the government to have a monitoring mechanism that would warn authorities of impending incidents before they occur. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
A year after Lehman fell Sep 19, 2009
There have not been any significant changes taking place despite the many proposals raised for the governments to improve their monitoring systems over the activities of the financial institutions. So, doors are still open for systemic dangers to strike again. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Necklace For Long-term And Robust Cardiac Monitoring In Daily Life Sep 17, 2009
The embedded beat detection algorithm copes with the artefacts inherent to ambulatory monitoring systems ... Ambulatory cardiac monitoring systems today suffer from inaccurate measurements due to artefacts which are inherent to ambulatory situations. (Science Daily)
Critical Signal Technologies Acquires Link to Life to Grow Depth and Expertise in TeleHealth, Personal Emergency Response and Medical Monitoring Systems Sep 17, 2009
Sept. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Critical Signal Technologies, Inc. (CST) has acquired the stock and assets of GTL, Inc. dba as "Link to Life" along with Link Technologies, Inc., and will integrate its product and service offerings into CST to provide cost-effective personal emergency response, TeleHealth and medical monitoring systems, improving the independence and quality of life for older adults, the disabled and people managing health conditions. CST President and CEO Jeffery S. Prough made the... (PR Newswire)
Expired Fan Milk products sold in Ghana Sep 15, 2009
The pharmacist therefore advised Fan Milk Ghana Limited to strengthen its monitoring systems to curtail any such incidence from recurring. Source:The Ghanaian Journal. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Wireless Sensor Systems Enable A Better Sleep Sep 15, 2009
The analysis proved the potential of wireless sleep staging systems to replace the current monitoring systems ... Moreover, wireless monitoring systems provide more natural daily life monitoring results. (Science Daily)
Page Mill could lose control of EPA properties Sep 11, 2009
" But city officials and fire district officials said they were concerned about the consequences of Page Mill going bankrupt and losing its buildings. Menlo Park Fire Protection District Chief Harold Schapelhouman said the department identified eight buildings with non-functioning fire alarms. Another building had a fire alarm system that was installed, but that no longer meets code regulations, which require alarms to have monitoring systems. The buildings with fire-alarm violations are around... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
TBF succeeds on Vessel Monitoring System Sep 11, 2009
New regulations enacted by INCOPESCA, the Costa Rican fisheries agency, will require electronic vessel monitoring systems (VMS) on all commercial vessels larger than 56 feet that operate in Costa Rican waters. These rules were published on Aug. 5 and all affected vessels must have operational systems within six months of that date. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Statement by U.S. Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis on reports detailing international child labor and forced labor Sep 10, 2009
The Department of Labor will continue to work with these firms to identify and disseminate best practices, including the adoption of robust monitoring systems. "There is much we can do together to remedy this problem. The Labor Department's projects around the globe have helped rescue almost 1.3 million children from exploitive labor, offering them new hope through education and training. And, as I engage in a dialogue with my international counterparts, I will continue emphasizing the... (PR Newswire)
Predicting tipping points before they occur Sep 8, 2009
" But unfortunately financial cutbacks worldwide mean many monitoring systems are being abandoned. Carpenter cites the deterioration of the United State's Earth observation satellites. "It's really one of the tragic ones," he says. "Fifteen years ago the U.S. had a system of Earth observing satellites that was the envy of the world. Now, we still have some, but it's deteriorating. (USA Today -- Tech)
Nuvolt Corporation Inc. Announces the First Closing of a Private Placement for Proceeds of $1,390,000, as Well as the Issuance of Stock Options Sep 5, 2009
Nuvolt specialises in designing and marketing equipment monitoring systems and electrical network management for the industrial, commercial and agricultural sectors. Its main products are the Agrivolt System, an electrical network management system for dairy, pig and poultry farms, Agrivolt Filters, to control electronic noise in agricultural and commercial applications and RELAX, a farm equipment monitoring system. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
'Staggering' flow cited in border-area checkpoint push Sep 4, 2009
But he said the agency is working with universities and other agencies to develop monitoring systems and boost effectiveness. Gilbert called the flow of drugs and illegal immigrants through Arizona staggering, and said the Border Patrol will continue to push for a permanent checkpoint at kilometer 41, south of the tactical checkpoint at Agua Linda Road north of Tubac. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Seeking Warning Signs for Catastrophic Tipping Points Sep 4, 2009
Global and regional monitoring systems are a long way from where they need to be, said University of Wisconsin ecologist Steve Carpenter ... Assuming scientists can find the signals that precede these events, and that monitoring systems can gather the necessary high-quality, long-term data a very big if researchers then need to figure how different kinds of feedback interact and where the thresholds points are. (Newsmax)
Checkpoint report scrutinized at town hall Sep 3, 2009
But he said the agency is working with several universities and other agencies to develop new monitoring systems and increase effectiveness. Gilbert called the flow of drugs and illegal immigrants through Arizona staggering, and said the Border Patrol will continue to push for a permanent checkpoint at kilometer 41, a kilometer south of the tactical checkpoint at Agua Linda Road north of Tubac. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Is Sex Offender Monitoring Working? Sep 3, 2009
John Walsh and his cohorts are millionaires thanks in no small part to his investments promoting USELESS GPS monitoring systems. John Walsh relies on the gullible public to forget the stench of UNREGISTERED Mark Foley's support from his AWA.. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Locals weigh in on GAO report Sep 2, 2009
The Border Patrol says it is working to develop new monitoring systems for checkpoints, including their effectiveness and staffing needs. Rep. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Healthcare: The Road To Robotic Helpers Sep 2, 2009
A final priority area could be robotised patient monitoring systems, especially useful for homecare and elderly care in countries with ageing populations and overburdened healthcare systems. The results of the R4H study were presented at two major conferences in June the Dutch Robotics Conference and the International Conference on Rehabilitation Robotics (ICORR) in Japan. (Science Daily)
Border checkpoint report is out Sep 1, 2009
The Border Patrol says it is working to develop new monitoring systems for checkpoints, including their effectiveness and staffing needs. Article Rating. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
UN seeks better data on hurricanes, droughts Sep 1, 2009
Phone towers in almost every part of Africa already greatly exceed the continent's traditional weather monitoring systems, Annan said. The project, which will cost $9 million for complete coverage of Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Burundi and Rwanda by 2012, has the backing of wireless equipment maker LM Ericsson and mobile company Zain. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Developing nations need better climate data, Annan says Sep 1, 2009
Phone towers in almost every part of Africa already greatly exceed the continent s traditional weather monitoring systems, Annan said. The project, which will cost $9 million for complete coverage of Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Burundi, and Rwanda by 2012, has the backing of wireless equipment maker LM Ericsson and mobile company Zain. (Boston Globe)
BodyMedia Inc. names new CEO Sep 1, 2009
Downtown Pittsburgh-based BodyMedia develops wearable body monitoring systems, including a product for consumers that monitors calories burned, sleep effiency and activity levels, among other things. They are ahead of the curve in terms of consumer insights and trends, Robins said. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Stocks Close Mixed On Day, But Up On Week Aug 30, 2009
The maker of medical monitoring systems reported Q4 results Thursday and sank 12. Today's selling is an extension of that. (Investors Business Daily)
A tale of two jails Aug 28, 2009
Both Heinert and Shipman use electronic monitoring systems for minor offenders who qualify. This eases some jail space issues. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Smart Clothes For Better Healthcare Aug 26, 2009
Unlike many remote health monitoring systems that rely on sensors strapped to users arms or chests connected by wires to bulky equipment, a European team has embedded sensing devices directly into textiles, creating garments that are not only smart but also comfortable and practical to wear ... Whereas other remote monitoring systems require different sensors linked to different transmission devices, the HealthWear system collects all the information from the sensors into a single device called... (Science Daily)
Taiwan targets auto electronics Aug 21, 2009
Other technologies the project will focus on include telematics systems, auto lighting, LED headlights, parking systems and tire pressure monitoring systems, the ministry said. Taiwan currrently has about 2,000 companies serving the auto electronics market. (EETimes)
Whatever Happened to Acid Rain? Aug 19, 2009
A recent (PDF) from the Nature Conservancy and the Cary Institute also stressed the importance of setting and implementing for SO2 and NOx, as well as establishing more comprehensive, integrated air pollution monitoring systems. Still, efforts to reduce emissions of acid rain precursors in the United States don't do much to solve the problem in countries on the other side of the globe. (Slate)
Bayer Statement on U.S. Food and Drug Administration Advice for Patients: Serious Errors with Certain Blood Glucose Monitoring Test Strips Aug 14, 2009
For more information on Bayer Diabetes Care blood glucose monitoring systems, visit. SOURCE Bayer Diabetes Care. (PR Newswire)
Plenty reasons to check out speed vans Aug 13, 2009
The Iberia Parish Council is set to have preliminary discussions about automated traffic monitoring systems at tonight s meeting. At a meeting last week, several council members expressed their dislike for such systems. (New Iberia, LA)
Cardiac Science Reports Q2 Revenue; Resumes AED Shipments Aug 11, 2009
Cardiac Science develops, manufactures, and markets a family of advanced diagnostic and therapeutic cardiology devices and systems, including automated external defibrillators (), electrocardiograph devices (/), cardiac and systems, monitoring systems, hospital defibrillators, telemetry systems, and systems (informatics) that (HIS), electronic medical record (), and other information systems. The company sells a variety of related products and consumables and provides a portfolio of training,... (PR Newswire)
AT&T U-verse Arrives in Greenville Aug 9, 2009
May be incompatible with monitored home alarms and medical monitoring systems. Refer to Learn More pages for U-verse Voice at. (PR Newswire)
Configure your own operating software Aug 8, 2009
Condition monitoring systems, or CM systems, are used to monitor machines remotely: sensors mounted on the equipment feed continuous measurements back to a control box, which records and stores the data, and if an error occurs, the system alerts the operator. However, before a CM system goes live, it has to be adapted for use with the specific facility it is to monitor. (EurekAlert!)
UCLA welcomes startup to new incubator space at California NanoSystems Institute Aug 6, 2009
MediSens developing body monitoring systems for diabetes, balance issues. UCLA's newly launched on-campus technology incubator at the California NanoSystems Institute (CNSI) has opened lab space to MediSens Wireless, a startup company that develops and manufactures personal body-monitoring systems for medical and health applications ... The technology will be used to develop body monitoring systems with specific applications for use by diabetic patients with peripheral neuropathy the loss of... (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
COCOBOD allocates GH1.3m to fight child labour Aug 6, 2009
He reiterated the determination of the Board to assist with the establishment of Community Based Child Labour Monitoring Systems (CCLM's) to provide data on activities of children in cocoa growing areas to ensure that children were not exploited. Mr Kofi Opoku Manu, Ashanti Regional Minister, advised the participants to fully back the implementation of the action plans to ensure total elimination of child labour. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Full Story » Aug 3, 2009
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UV radiation blinding rural folk: Study Aug 2, 2009
The hospital sourced the dosage of ultraviolet radiation from Tropospheric Emission Monitoring Systems. According to the international initiative that studies ozone depletion, the UV index in Tiruvallur was 6. (India Times, India)
Future fishing as seen by NOAA chief Jul 28, 2009
Key is monitoring systemsOne key to the success of a catch-share system is an accurate accounting of which fish are being caught. Lubchenco said the government has been investing in the design of new, more accurate monitoring systems. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Oceans chief: Future of fishing lies in local nets Jul 27, 2009
Lubchenco said the government has been investing in the design of new, more accurate monitoring systems. She also tried to allay fears that some fishers may be tempted to underreport their catch. (Concord Monitor)
Stocks Rise, Led by Technology Companies on Weaker Yen, Outlook for Export Jul 23, 2009
which produces thermal coating that can be used for storage batteries, soared 15 percent, while , a maker of digital monitoring systems, rose 4. 1 percent after Nomura Holdings Inc. recommended buying shares related to so-called smart grid investments that will make power transmission more energy efficient. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton Says ITC Green Centre is a "Monument to the Future" Jul 20, 2009
ITC's Green Centre uses CO2 monitoring systems to enhance Indoor Air Quality to provide the freshest air, uses natural lighting to reduce energy load, has zero water discharge, and even uses natural plants that need minimum water. Amongst ITC's sustainability initiatives are the e-Choupal, the world's largest rural digital infrastructure that empowers 4 million farmers, Social and Farm Forestry programs that have cumulatively generated 40 million mandays of employment for poor tribals and... (PR Newswire)
NBA stars team up for Jackson YMCA Jul 18, 2009
YMCA leaders have estimated it will cost at least $10,000 to make repairs to the property and install security and monitoring systems for protection from vandals. James, the National Basketball Association's 2009 MVP is scheduled to participate at the Mo Williams basketball camp Saturday at Jackson State University. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Nick Xenophon Jul 18, 2009
New cabinet member Chris Bowen has been forced to defend his record over retreats on price monitoring systems and tougher rules for employee share schemes. Stephen Johnson12. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Click to read:July May be Deadliest Month in Afghanistan Jul 16, 2009
July May be Deadliest Month in Afghanistan - CBS News. KABUL, Afghanistan, July 15, 2009. (CBS News)
Separation Study Questions Cultural Norms Jul 16, 2009
NEW YORK, July 15, 2009. Executive Editor of Cosmopolitan Magazine, and Author, Discuss Australian Research Findings. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Click to read: Worst of the Worst Wedding Gifts Jul 16, 2009
Worst of the Worst Wedding Gifts - The Early Show - CBS News. NEW YORK, July 15, 2009. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Onset light sensor bracket Jul 16, 2009
The NDVI Light Sensor Bracket can be configured with Onset s line of research-grade weather stations, including the company s web-based HOBO U30 Remote Monitoring Systems, 4-channel HOBO Micro Stations, and 15-channel HOBO Weather Stations. The systems offer plug-and-play operation, and can be equipped with a range of sensors for measuring air temperature, relative humidity, Photosynthetic Light (PAR), solar radiation, and more. (Midwest Bulls Eye, NE)
Sharks Gain Surprising Allies Jul 16, 2009
WASHINGTON, July 15, 2009. Victims of Shark Attacks Urge Congress to Protect Animals that Hurt Them. (CBS News)
No Smoking For G.I. Joe? C'mon Jul 16, 2009
No Smoking For G.I. Joe. No Smoking For G.I. Joe. (CBS News)
Bombs Kill 11 in Iraq Jul 16, 2009
BAGHDAD, Iraq, July 15, 2009. Three Bombings in the Last Two Days Leave 11 Dead. (CBS News)
7-mile backup on I-85 for investigation Jul 16, 2009
The DOT said their traffic monitoring systems showed solid red, meaning a near standstill, all the way back to Highway 316 for a period of about 45 minutes. There were some discussions about the timing, said Georgia DOT spokesman Paul Thomas. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Commission begins work on 2010 budget Jul 15, 2009
Discussion followed and chairman Kokesh informed the other commissioners that at the time the tanks were installed, monitoring systems were not required unless the tanks were 2000 gallons or greater in size, however, everything was installed so a monitor could be installed if required. Motion to approve the purchase and installation of the fuel tank monitoring system as required by DENR was approved with Kokesh, Pesek, Hauck and Jelsma voting in favor and Van Gerpen opposed. (Tyndall Tribune & Register, SD)
* Ex-Goldman Sachs worker charged Jul 8, 2009
Goldman discovered the alleged breach through monitoring systems that scan employees e-mail messages for transfers of computer code and flag up any attempts to upload files to external servers. Software platforms used to drive automatic trades are considered to be highly commercially sensitive. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Bracket Bonanza Challenge Jul 5, 2009
The NDVI Light Sensor Bracket can be configured with Onsets line of research-grade weather stations, including the companys web-based HOBO U30 Remote Monitoring Systems, 4-channel HOBO Micro Stations, and 15-channel HOBO Weather. Rixty s Cash-Based Payment System Now Available at More Than 10,000 Retail Locations Nationwide. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
China refutes air results inaccuracy during Olympics Jul 4, 2009
Zhu Tong, an environment professor with Peking University, who participated in Beijing's Olympic air quality panel, said hundreds of experts from both China and abroad have made a systematic analysis on the data gathered from the capital's monitoring systems. "They (the experts) have ensured the accuracy of the data during the Games," Zhu said. (Xinhuanet, China)
Onset light sensor bracket Jul 3, 2009
The NDVI Light Sensor Bracket can be configured with Onset s line of research-grade weather stations, including the company s web-based HOBO U30 Remote Monitoring Systems, 4-channel HOBO Micro Stations, and 15-channel HOBO Weather Stations. The systems offer plug-and-play operation, and can be equipped with a range of sensors for measuring air temperature, relative humidity, Photosynthetic Light (PAR), solar radiation, and more. (Midwest Bulls Eye, NE)
Order To End Pollution At BP Plant Jul 1, 2009
Under the agreement, BP will review 53 pollution violations cited in the state's amended lawsuit and improve air monitoring systems and reporting procedures. The state's original lawsuit cited 46 violations. (Click2Houston, TX)
