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Subject: Improperly Disinfected Endoscopes Used at LA Hosp | Hand-Washing Rule Removed from NV Patient Safety Bill | Early Reg Dscts End May 1 for June ASC Conf | Major Complications in 8% of Spine Surgeries
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News & Analysis
April 21, 2011

1. Improperly Disinfected Endoscopes Used on Patients at Louisiana Hospital. Click Here

2. Hand-Washing Rule Removed from Nevada Patient Safety Bill. Click Here

3. Early Registration Discounts End May 1 for the 9th Annual Orthopedic, Spine and Pain Management-Driven ASC Conference - Improving Profitability and Business and Legal Issues (June 9-11, Chicago). Register today! Click Here

4. AANS: 8% of Adult Spinal Surgeries Result in Major Complications. Click Here

5. Hepatitis in Ambulatory Care: The Need for New Strategies and Solutions. Click Here Test your knowledge of hepatitis by clicking here.

6. 3 Areas of Focus for Safe Drug Management. Click Here

7. AAAHC Announces New Board of Officers. Click Here

8. One Week to 2 Free Upcoming Webinars - Reserve Your Spot Today: 1) Impact of Regional Anesthesia on Quality, Cost and Satisfaction - Minor Changes, Immediate Impact (4/26). Register by clicking here. 2) EHR in the ASC: How to Drive Cost Savings With Point-of-Care Charting (4/27). Register by clicking here.

9. Researchers: Excessive Alcohol Consumption Affects Next-Day Surgery, Industry Needs Regs. Click Here

10. Healthmark Industries Launches New Online Game Focused on Sonic Cleaning Process. Click Here

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