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The latest Compliance News articles published daily. Includes news on drug compliance - how well a patient follows the instructions for taking his/her medication. Poor compliance is a leading cause of failed medical treatment and drug-resistant conditions.

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The Barriers That Prevent Children From Taking Prescribed Medicines

04 December 2008

The widespread problem of children failing to take their medication for a range of life-threatening illnesses is to be tackled as part of a new university research project. The 21-month study involving health specialists at...
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CAPHOSOL Results In Minimal Oral Mucositis And Pain In Head/neck Cancer Patients

18 November 2008

New data show that CAPHOSOL® (www.cahttp://www.caphosol.comphosol.com), an advanced electrolyte solution, results in low rates of oral mucositis and pain in patients with head and neck (HN) cancer who are undergoing...
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Medication Compliance In African Americans Boosted By Gifts, Affirmations

12 November 2008

Study highlights: Phone calls and low-cost gifts to African Americans with hypertension increased how frequently they correctly took their medication. Taking medication consistently and correctly is a major issue in all...
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Compliance News Articles Archive - Page 1

10 November 2008

Glaucoma Research Highlights From AAO-SOE Joint Meeting Nov. 9

29 October 2008

According To Cutting Edge Information, Only 59% Of Pharma Companies Own Dedicated Compliance Departments

24 October 2008

Economic Downturn Leads U.S. Residents To Skip, Delay Medical Care

23 October 2008

Some U.S. Residents Cut Back On Prescription Drugs To Save Money

22 October 2008

How Safe Are Biological Medicines?

21 October 2008

InfoMedics Survey Clearly Demonstrates Gap Between Doctors' Orders And Patient Prescription Behaviors

20 October 2008

Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit 'Doughnut Hole' Prompts Many Beneficiaries To End Treatment With Medications

15 October 2008

Better Outcomes In HIV-Infected Adults Treated Initially With Efavirenz-Based Therapies

11 October 2008

Woman Suffers Serious Vitamin Deficiency After Gastric Bypass Surgery

09 October 2008

University Of Montreal Students Design Argus, A High-tech Pill Organizer - Could Help Save Lives And Money

08 October 2008

Compliance For Life™ Medication Dosing Reminders Go Global

HealthHonors' Innovative Technology Platform Adopted By AstraZeneca - Program Will Help Patients Take Their Medicines As Prescribed

07 October 2008

Pharmaceutical Safety Company Shares Insight Into European Quality Assurance Regulations

InnovationRx Launches Medication Adherence Awareness Campaign In California

01 October 2008

Questionnaire Helps Doctors Predict Which Patients Will Stick To Physical Therapy

18 September 2008

Pharmacy Benefits Managers Promote Low-Cost Generics, Adherence To Drug Plans

10 September 2008

By Charting Their Daily Routines, Older Adults Can Take Medicines More Safely And Effectively

Better Communication And Symptom Assessment Are Key To Promoting Adherence To Long-Term Hormonal Therapy For Invasive Breast Cancer

09 September 2008

25 August 2008

Chairman Announced For Eyeforpharma's Patient Adherence And Persistence USA Summit 2008

20 August 2008

Six Sigma Principles Drive Healthcare Behavior Change -- Using Medication Compliance To Improve Healthcare Outcomes

30 July 2008

New Satisfaction Instrument Highlights Benefits Of Oral Therapy Over Infused ICT

18 July 2008

Doctors' Orders Lost In Translation

09 July 2008

Patients More Likely To Stay On Lipitor Than Simvastatin, A Large Observational Study Shows

Members Of Consumer-Driven Health Plans Choosing Less Care

25 June 2008

Study Will Provide Cash Payments To Encourage People With Chronic Diseases To Take Medications

23 June 2008

2008 BIO International Convention Draws Global Industry Leaders And Public Officials For Networking, Deal Making And Partnering

18 June 2008

Compliance Is The Best Path To Recovery

12 June 2008

Treatment At An AASM Accredited Sleep Center Improves Long-term CPAP Compliance

11 June 2008

Socioeconomic Factors Predict CPAP Adherence

African-American Veterans Are Less Likely To Adhere To CPAP Than Caucasian Or Asian Veterans

04 June 2008

Tuberculosis - MIT Creates New Testing And Reporting System, Rewarding Patients Who Take Their Medicine

02 June 2008

Drug May Prolong Organ Life In Noncompliant Kidney Transplant Patients

11 May 2008

Success Of Prisoner HIV Program

09 May 2008

Two Thirds Of People With Asthma Do Not Lead A Full Life Because Of Their Condition

Purdue Expert Offers Tips On Spring Cleaning The Medicine Cabinet

02 May 2008

Doctors Still Missing High Blood Pressure, Stanford Study Shows

01 May 2008

Studies Look At Blacks' Noncompliance With Weekly Dialysis Treatment; Provider, Patient Satisfaction With Telephone Interpretation Services

25 April 2008

Study At AGS' Annual Scientific Meeting Reveal Some Challenges Older Adults Face When Taking Prescription Drugs And How Electronic Pillboxes Can Help

Drug-Users Who Are Young And Homeless Are More Likely To Exit Treatment Early

Patients Often Don't Take What The Doctor Ordered

24 April 2008

Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Improved Access To Medications For Most Seniors, But Sickest Seniors Continued Skipping Pills Because Of Cost Issue

16 April 2008

Better Muscle Control, Worse Side Effects In Parkinson's Drugs Tradeoff

04 April 2008

Patients Are Encouraged To Consult Healthcare Professionals Before Discontinuing Medications

02 April 2008

Schizophrenic Patients Often Discontinue Medication Due To Restrictive Drug Policies

01 April 2008

Study Digs Into Reasons, Consequences For Stopping Anti-Clotting Medication Early

20 March 2008

Taking Your Medications As Doctor Ordered - Help From The Agency For Healthcare Research And Quality, US Government

11 March 2008

Compliance Essential In Osteoporosis Treatment

06 March 2008

Sensor Necklace Aims To Increase Drug Compliance

05 March 2008

Prescription Drug Advertisements Prompt One-Third Of U.S. Adults To Ask Their Physician About A Medication, Survey Finds

04 March 2008

MIT's Smart Pillbox Targets TB

07 February 2008

Greer Sponsors Landmark Study Analyzing The Benefits And Cost Effectiveness Of Allergy Immunotherapy Among Children With Allergic Rhinitis

05 February 2008

After Organ Transplantation Former Substance Abusers Rarely Relapse

Get Well Soon - Without Antibiotics, UK

01 February 2008

The 'Silent Killer' Severe Hypertension Is Still On The Loose

29 January 2008

American Nephrology Nurses' Association (ANNA) Symposium To Highlight Innovative Approaches In Patient Care

10 January 2008

Study Published In Health Affairs Finds Value-Based Insurance Design Effective

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