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The site includes the latest information on prostate cancer, BPH, and prostatitis; and a comprehensive library of tools and resources. Tools, intended for physicians to download for their own use, include slide presentations, case studies, animations, screening tools, and a dictionary of terms. Physicians visiting the site can also take online continuing medical education courses for credit.

The site recently won the gold award for medical communications in the National Health Information Awards program, which recognizes the nation's best consumer and medical health information materials and programs.

The camera heads' small size and multiple focal lengths allow for improved control and less fatigue during procedures, according to the company.

The design also enables both image and telescope rotation without loss of image orientation. Featuring 14-mm and 16.8-mm focal lengths, the cameras offer brighter images and improved documentation of still and moving images, because 100% of available light enters the system.

For more information, call (800) 421-0837; http://www.karlstorz.com/

Mobile caddy helps protect private patient information Chicago-The Privacyline Mobile Caddy from Carstens has locking doors to help health care facilities comply with HIPAA-mandated patient record privacy regulations.

The storage unit features "flipper-style" doors that drop smoothly into place to prevent exposing patient information contained on ringbinder chart-holder spines. It may be locked to provide additional record privacy and security. It is available in two widths and two- or three-shelf configurations. Other features include adjustable dividers, steel construction, and locking casters.

Carstens has also introduced Adhesive Vinyl Record Protectors designed to hold and protect medical records, stock medicine lists, instructions, and other information that must be kept easily accessible and visible.

For more information, call (800) 782-1524; http://www.carstens.com/