Thomson Physician Education Efforts Recognized With Awards

Thomson Physician Education Efforts Recognized With Awards

Thomson-Produced Web Sites Receive Six Industry Awards

SECAUCUS, N.J., Dec. 6 /PRNewswire/ -- The Thomson Corporation (TSX: TOC; NYSE: TOC), the leader in information solutions for scientific and healthcare professionals, announced today three of its Continuing Medical Education Web sites, all focused on educating physicians, were awarded six prestigious eHealthcare Strategy & Trends awards.

The awards validate the Thomson focus put into every medical education site -- helping physicians make important clinical decisions faster. Each site developed by Thomson provides the most current treatment of choice information delivered through the latest technology. This ensures physicians can quickly learn the latest advancements in medicine.

NDEI.org, the Web site of the National Diabetes Education Initiative(R) (NDEI(R)), sponsored by Thomson Professional Postgraduate Services, is a resource for physicians and other health care professionals who treat patients with insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes. The site was awarded a Platinum Award for Best Overall Internet Web site, a Platinum Award for Best Health/Healthcare Content, and a Gold Award for Best Web site Design.

Lipidhealth.org, the Web site of the National Lipid Education Council(R), also sponsored by Thomson Professional Postgraduate Services, educates physicians and other healthcare professionals with current information on lipid management and coronary heart disease, emphasizing on treating high-risk groups. The site received a Gold Award for Best Health/Healthcare Content and won Distinction for Best Overall Internet Web site.

The Thomson freeCME.com Web site provides over 500 hours of free, certified Continuing Medical Education programs from activities in 30 therapeutic areas, including specialties like oncology, cardiology, neurology and women's health. This new offering from Thomson was awarded a Gold Award for Best Health/Healthcare Content.

An independent panel chosen by eHealthcare Strategy & Trends reviewed more than 1,200 Web sites before selecting the winners. Recipients of the Best Overall Internet Web site award were judged on delivery of strong health content, interactivity, medical care support, integration with the organization's operations, strength of Web design, and ease of navigation. Recipients of the Best Health/Healthcare Content award were judged on the quality, balance, breadth, and timeliness of content, and their ability to personalize content to the needs and desires of specific users. Recipients of the Best Web site Design award were evaluated on innovation, attractiveness, engaging design, and their ability to facilitate access to key site information, provide strong branding, and offer excellent usability.

For more information about Thomson Web sites contact, Marcus Underwood at (404) 262-5490 or e-mail marcus.underwood@thomson.com.

About Thomson

The Thomson Corporation (www.thomson.com), with 2003 revenues from continuing operations of $7.44 billion, is a global leader in providing integrated information solutions to business and professional customers. Thomson provides value-added information, software tools, and applications to more than 20 million users in the fields of law, tax, accounting, financial services, higher education, reference information, corporate training and assessment, scientific research, and healthcare. With operational headquarters in Stamford, Conn., Thomson has approximately 38,000 employees and provides services in approximately 130 countries. The Corporation's common shares are listed on the New York and Toronto stock exchanges (NYSE: TOC; TSX: TOC). Thomson Healthcare information solutions can be found at www.thomson.com/healthcare. Major businesses and brands include: PDR(R), American Health Consultants, Center for Clinical Research Practice, CenterWatch, Gardiner Caldwell, New England Institutional Review Board, Physicians World, Professional Postgraduate Services, Micromedex, and Scientific Connexions.


Source: The Thomson Corporation

CONTACT: Marcus Underwood, SVP, American Health Consultants,
+1-404-262-5490, marcus.underwood@thomson.com, or Media, Bradley James Hein,
Strategic Marketing, +1-303-486-6503, bradley.james@thomson.com, both for The
Thomson Corporation

Web site: http://www.lipidhealth.org/

Web site: http://www.freecme.com/

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