In an effort to prevent wrong-site and wrong-patient surgeries, the Joint Commission developed the Universal Protocol in 2004. The protocol introduced a series of steps -- preprocedure verification, site marking, and a time out prior to beginning the procedure -- to ensure the correct surgery was being performed on the right person. New research is finding that despite the introduction of the Universal Protocol, operations performed on the wrong person or wrong body part continue to happen at an alarming level. Colorado Study In a study published in the Archives ...

The sixth western Pacific tropical cyclone (06W) of 2011 has developed near the Philippines and the Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission (TRMM) satellite saw some heavy rainfall in the storm. Tropical Depression 06W was dropping the heaviest rain over the open waters of the Western North Pacific Ocean on June 17 as the storm continues to move toward China. The TRMM satellite is operated by the Japanese Space Agency and NASA, and continually monitors the tropics and measures rainfall in tropical cyclones. TRMM captured an early morning look at the forming depression on ...

A recent Smart Money article warns of financial mistakes made by those older than 50 years of age when they divorce. A divorce at age 50 or beyond is more complex, simply because there are usually more assets at stake and less time to recoup assets after divorce, making the division of marital property more complex. The story highlights areas where people over or undervalue assets. For instance, retirement accounts are usually a high value asset at this point in most couple's lives, second in value only to their homes. Don't Forget About the Taxes What people often ...

Hedge-Fund Mogul Raj Rajaratnam Sunk by Wiretap Evidence Last month, a U.S. District Court jury in New York convicted Raj Rajaratnam, co-founder of hedge giant The Galleon Group, of fraud and conspiracy after two and one-half weeks of deliberation. As the principal player in the nation's largest illegal stock-tipping case since Ivan Boesky in the 1980s, Rajaratnam may be compelled to surrender millions in profits gained from his illegal activities. He also faces potentially 25 years in prison when he is sentenced on July 29. A major player on Wall Street, Rajaratnam ...

Much coverage of the economic downturn has focussed on its immediate impact, yet it is likely to hold long-term implications for family life. A research study 'Changing Lives and Times' funded by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) at Cardiff University has explored the impact of the financial crisis on the daily lives and future plans of new fathers, finding that several men were making significant life changes. New dad William described how he and his wife decided to stick with one child rather than have the three children they originally planned for, because ...

Bankruptcy is usually one of the last steps a consumer will take when his or her financial situation has hit a critical stage. Along with considering bankruptcy, a debtor also may want to think about making some financial changes. In a survey conducted by the National Foundation for Credit Counseling, researchers found that a majority of consumers felt frustrated at having to practice unending frugality because of job loss or underemployment. Also contributing to the frustration are the increasing costs of medical supplies and services, food and gasoline, and stagnant ...

Vebnet has enhanced its employee benefits, offering to allow global access to an online health and wellbeing solution, by partnering with employee health solutions specialist vielife. Employers using Vebnet's reward and flexible benefits technology can now offer their employees a personalised, multi-language and interactive health and well-being service through vielife Online. The service lets employees measure and monitor their sleep, stress, nutrition and physical activity levels and encourages them to make healthier lifestyle choices, while helping employers to improve ...

Macdonald Burlington on New Street in Birmingham has appointed 38 year-old Derek McDonagh as General Manager. His appointment to the 115-bedroom hotel in Birmingham that boasts one of the largest conference facilities in the city reflects the hotel's determination to firmly position itself as the number one choice for corporate, conference and leisure visitors to the UK's second largest city.  Dublin born McDonagh, who assumes responsibility for over 80 staff and conferencing space for up to 500 delegates (Horton Room), said of his appointment: "The Macdonald ...

The National Trust is asking the local community surrounding its Gibside Estate in Tyne & Wear to help decide the future of 150 acres of farmland it has purchased adjoining the 600 acre property. The charity has invested over half a million pounds to save the pasture and arable land from open cast mining. The acquisition came on the back of a ground swell of opposition to the mining proposal in the local community where a mine would have been visible for miles around, created noise pollution, vibrations from explosions and high levels of dust. A mine would ...

Just in time to celebrate Independence Day, The Inn at Honey Run has announced a special offer as a thank you to the men and women of the United States Military, who have risked their lives in order to keep their country safe and protect the rights and freedom of America. To help celebrate the dedication of military men and women, and to show the heroes much deserved appreciation and gratitude, The Inn at Honey Run is offering a $76.00 rate for Sunday, July 3 thru Sunday, July 10. This special is valid for any room in the main inn. This special is available to both ...

The countdown to the 2012 World Choir Games in Cincinnati USA starts officially on July 11, 2011 with a celebration event at downtown Cincinnati's Fountain Square taking place from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Cincinnati native, Grammy-nominated 98 Degrees member and "Dancing with the Stars" Season 2 winner Drew Lachey will emcee the event, introducing a variety of national musical performers and kick starting a yearlong cultural celebration in Cincinnati USA. 2012 marks the first time ever that the Games have been held in the United States. Visitor information for ...

Healthcare Resources Online is pleased to announce that they will be the powering engine behind EndoCare Online, The Endocrine Society's new service for its members. EndoCare Online, different from any other healthcare web service available today, is a novel and comprehensive resource delivery model. The service will meet the needs of enhanced patient care for both endocrinology professionals and their patients with a variety of endocrine disorders and other health issues. EndoCare Online works by connecting The Endocrine Society members to the resources they want, when ...

JUMP! The Ultimate Dog Show, Dock diving dogs, doggy makeovers, CFA Cat Show, the world-famous Free Flight Bird Show and Creepy Crawly Critter Show are just a few performances that Washingtonians will experience at America's Family Pet Expo at the Puyallup Fair & Events Center in Puyallup, Wash., Friday-Sunday, July 8-10, 2011. After 22 successful years in Southern California, the expo expands to Washington to provide a weekend of entertainment, with animal performances, stage shows, shopping and the chance to interact with various breeds of dogs, cats, birds, fish, ...

Named Best of Las Vegas by the LVRJ, The Don Barnhart Comedy Show features the top headlining comedians that you've seen on Comedy Central, MTV, HBO, Leno, Conan, Letterman, BET including Barnhart himself along with a rotating cast of the next generation of comedy superstars. Don's goal is to make his show a home for Vegas' growing comedy community and to help showcase their talents and when Barnhart is on the road, he'll feature a special guest headliner to fill in for him making this a true Las Vegas Comedy Club. The Clarion Hotel (formerly Greek Isles) is located ...

Duluth, Ga. based McCormick USA and Oregon, IL. based Woods Equipment Company announced today that they have formed a strategic partnership to offer Woods-attachments through McCormick USA's nationwide dealer network. This alliance covers a full line of agriculture and landscape equipment including cutters, finish and zero-turn mowers, front-end loaders, backhoes, snow blowers, and assorted scrapers, discs, rakes, post hole diggers, stump grinders and blades. All equipment covered under this agreement will be McCormick red and branded McCormick by Woods. "Being ...

The New Zealand team will assemble in Maroochydore for a training camp on 18 July before transferring to Brisbane on 26 July for the Emerging Player Tournament. The other three teams are Australian Institute of Sport (AIS), and emerging cricket teams of South Africa and India. This year will see a format change from the traditional competition structure with the teams completing a round of three-day matches to determine the winner. Previous Emerging Player Tournament's have featured Twenty20 and 50-over matches but the participating nations felt the longer version ...

Access Display Group, Inc. (ADG), a leading B2B manufacturer of quick-changing framing systems and display cases, is now using Facebook and Twitter as a way of expanding its online footprint, increasing interaction with its customers, suppliers, and employees. Established in 1992, ADG designs, manufactures and distributes signage display fixtures and is best known for its patented, multi-purpose "SwingFrames" - swing-open display fixtures with discrete hinge and locking mechanisms. In addition to SwingFrames, ADG manufactures and distributes a range of other ...

Angelique 'Alizay' Bates, a Californian native from Haitian/Native American Indian decent shot to fame in the Nickelodeon's #1 hit, television show, All That, and has since appeared in numerous US TV shows and Hollywood films. Angelique Bates who also goes by the name of 'Alizay' is a familiar face on the Hollywood red carpet, and also heavily involved in charity work, regularly volunteering for The Red Cross, Feed The Children and also featured in the recent Ashton Kutcher/Demi Moore 'End US Hunger' campaign. Now, focusing on her music career, Angelique 'Alizay' ...

With all the media craziness last month about Harold Camping and his less-than-fruitful Rapture predictions, it's no wonder that mainstream Christians are taking the time to set the record straight. Author Dennis Gilmour has been writing about Rapture possibilities for several years and with his fictional book, The Unveiling, he offers another avenue for readers to consider - alien invasion. Though extra-terrestrial beings may not be the first topic that springs to your mind when discussing Christianity and the end of days, The Unveiling offers readers a unique alternative ...

The second annual fundraising event, "Jammin Under the Stars" will be held at the private estate of Sean and Maria Barry on Friday, July 15, 2011 at 6:30 pm, to benefit the Jammer Family Foundation. The event is being organized by San Diego Charger Quentin Jammer and his wife Alicia, Maria Barry, Jolane Crawford and Ginger Levy. Jeffery Strauss of Pamplemousse Grille will provide catering and the evening's festivities will include silent and live auctions, an opportunity drawing, entertainment and dancing. Guests will mingle with members of the San Diego Chargers ...

World-renowned photographer and marketing guru Sandy Puc will be in San Francisco on July 12, 2011 to share her passion and knowledge of Children's photography through her Boutique Babies and Couture Kids Creative Edge Tour. The tour will visit 39 cities throughout the U.S. during the summer and early fall. Attendees can look forward to broadening their skills through her professional seminars relating to shooting techniques, the new wave of popular boutique set and props, video fusion and the important foundation to any photography business, pricing and marketing. Sandy ...

World-renowned photographer and marketing guru Sandy Puc will be in Salt Lake City on July 18 to share her passion and knowledge of Childrens photography through her Boutique Babies and Couture Kids Creative Edge Tour. The tour will visit 39 cities throughout the U.S. during the summer and early fall. Attendees can look forward to broadening their skills through her professional seminars relating to shooting techniques, the new wave of popular boutique set and props, video fusion and the important foundation to any photography business, pricing and marketing. Sandy will ...

PacificHost recently moved all of its outsourced dedicated hosting to ServerBeach in order to provide a faster and more stable online hosting platform for it's customers-in addition to furthering the company's plans to offer cloud hosting services in the near future. This move included a migration of all of PacificHost's shared, reseller and VPS hosting solutions to ServerBeach. "Our previous outsourced hosting provider was unable to provide us with the level of service we needed to meet our rapid rate of growth", said Thomas Perry, president and CEO of PacificHost. ...

One of the nation's few employee-owned companies and the number one Northwest mattress store, Sleep Country USA (www.sleepcountry.com), announced today it has been named one of Washington's "100 Best Companies to Work For" by Seattle Business magazine. To be named in the list of top 100 companies, Sleep Country's employees participated in an internal survey administered through a third-party research firm and submitted to Seattle Business's distinguished panel of judges. Winning companies were chosen based on bar-raising standards for leadership, excellent benefits ...

As of early June skiers were still enjoying fresh snow on many slopes of the Rockies. What this means for the Colorado and Green River drainages is record snowpack which has begun to flow downstream making river rafting pioneer Western River Expeditions (http://www.westernriver.com/) and their guests ecstatic. This comes as Western River Expeditions celebrates its 50th anniversary of running rivers in the West. They're predicting 2011 to be one of the top three years in the past half century for high water and big rapids in Utah/Arizona on the Colorado River (Westwater, ...