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• Undiagnosed and Misdiagnosed Closed-Head Injuries
  Approximately 1.4 million Americans seek medical treatment for traumatic brain injuries each year. Symptoms are often subtle and may not appear for days or weeks after the initial injury.
• Quality of Care in Emergency Rooms is on the Decline
  In 2006, 119.2 million patients visited the ER, approximately 24% more than in 1995. In many instances, the ER is the only option for people who do not have health insurance.
• Medical Malpractice: Misdiagnosis
  Misdiagnosis is one of the primary reasons why medical malpractice cases are filed. While doctors play the ultimate role in determining the diagnosis of a patient's illness or injury, you can prevent or lessen the chance of misdiagnosis by following some simple rules.
• The National Medical Report Announces a New Public TV Series on Pain Management
  The National Medical Report is currently launching a new program in 2009 on ways of dealing with pain, highlighting some of the top doctors and procedures that help patients live more productive lives while dealing with pain.
• MFS Eyewear and Prevent Blindness America Partner to Promote Eye Safety Awareness in Chicago
  Prevent Blindness America will be giving visitors 100% UV protective sunglasses from MFS Eyewear at their monthly children's eye screening. Organizers hope that the MFS Eyewear sunshades will prompt parents and children to begin practicing proper eye protection when spending time outdoors.
• Tonometer Diaton is Displayed at American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons ASCRS 2009, San Francisco
  Glaucoma Eye Test Tonometer Diaton by BiCOM Inc at American Society Of Cataract And Refractive Surgeons ASCRS 2009, San Francisco. ASCRS is being held from April 3-8. Tonometry through EYELID is a valuable addition to refractive surgeons.
• Low Vision Newsletter Names MaxiAids.com as Distributor of Bausch and Lomb's 2" x 4" Illuminated Hand-Held Magnifier
  MaxiAids.com Products for Independent Living was referenced by Bausch and Lomb in their Joy of Sight Newsletter for those suffering from Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD). Among its extensive low vision product line, Maxi-Aids carries the Bausch and Lomb 2" x 4" Illuminated Hand-Held Magnifier.
• Choice of Doctor
  In Colorado, employers have the right to select the treating physician (referred to as the "authorized treating physician") for an employee who is injured at work. However, an employee may be able to change doctors.
• Optisavers Announce New E-offers
  Leading online opticians Optisavers announce the launch of a new e-offers service for their customers.
• Restore Your Vision with ReStOR
  If you are over the age of 40 you may be experiencing presbyopia. It is a condition that affects the eye's focusing ability. Reading glasses become necessary although distance vision remains clear.
• What to Expect Before LASIK
  The most commonly performed refractive surgery for vision correction is LASIK, offering an immediate improvement in vision and very minimal post-surgical discomfort.
• Unique Diaton Tonometer Is Presented At International Vision Expo East 2009, New York City!
  Tonometry through the EYELID Diaton, by BiCOM Inc, is exhibiting third year in a row at Vision Expo East.
• Heroes of Hope Produces New Program on Dogs for the Visually Impaired Hosted by Hugh Downs
  Heroes of Hope has produced Public TV interstitial segments on helping the visually impaired with Guide Dogs.
• Silkin Management Group Helps Dentists Conquer the Recession.
  Many dental practices throughout the United States and Canada are struggling to keep afloat in this volatile economy.
• Common Hospital Errors
  Between 44,000 and 98,000 deaths occur annually due to medical error. If you believe that you or a loved one has been the victim of a hospital error, a personal injury attorney can help you understand your rights.
• Key-Whitman Eye Center Announces Live Cataract Surgery and Symposium on Friday, April 3rd 2009
  Key-Whitman Eye Center has been recognized as a leading eye-care facility for more than 45 years. It has announced its premium solution for cataract surgery with live surgery and symposium to be held on Friday, April 3, 2009 in San Francisco, CA.
• Sandra M. Corti, MS, Honored by Cambridge Who's Who for Excellence in Eye Care
  Veteran Chemist Specializes in Developing Contact Lenses
• Tonometer Diaton Glaucoma Eye Test Supports World Glaucoma Day
  United States Senator Charles Schumer declares March 12th World Glaucoma Day in New York State. BiCOM Inc. In support of World Glaucoma Day March 12th, is organizing an educational / awareness campaign at The Staten Island Ferry.
• Tonometer Diaton Headlined At SECO 2009 Conference
  Tonometer Diaton is on the leading edge of Glaucoma detection with it's through the eyelid tonometry method. Non-contact, painless, simple and accurate, the device is exhibited at SECO 2009 conference in Atlanta, Georgia.
• Understanding Refractive Vision Problems
  Any eye doctor can test your vision to determine your eyes' refractive errors. For glasses or contact lenses, an instrument called a phoropter is used. It is a device that positions a variety of different corrective lenses in front of your eyes.