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RSSArchived Disease/Infection News Stories - April 2010

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2010-04-30 GeNOsys sponsors Phase I safety trial in collaboration with Nitric Solutions 0 None
2010-04-30 Celtic Pharma commences enrolment in Phase III trial of TDT 067 for onychomycosis 0 None
2010-04-30 Data mining of hospital information can help identify MDROs: Asolva 0 None
2010-04-30 Opinions: Sanitation and women, child health; GM in Global Food Security bill; U.S. malaria strategy; GHI on NTDs; Haiti recovery 0 None
2010-04-30 pSivida announces presentations on bioerodible technologies for degenerative eye disease 0 None
2010-04-30 Manipulating physiology of "kissing bug" may help prevent transmission of Chagas' disease 0 None
2010-04-30 CDC report shows increase in seasonal flu vaccinations, greatest increase among children 0 None
2010-04-30 CDC presents clinical trial results of Biojector 2000 at 13th Annual Conference on Vaccine Research 0 None
2010-04-30 Practicing NPIs may help limit transmission of pandemic flu: Study 0 None
2010-04-30 Novavax reports positive results from Phase II study of trivalent VLP influenza vaccine in older adults 0 None
2010-04-30 Newsweek examines advocates' views of PEPFAR under Obama 0 None
2010-04-30 Hormone mimic Octreotide promising for treatment of polycystic liver disease caused by ADPKD: Study 0 None
2010-04-30 Anesthetist may have infected patients during procedure 0 None
2010-04-30 Daily intake of vitamin E may help improve fatty liver disease: Study 0 None
2010-04-30 Dietary changes may help alleviate celiac disease, says study 0 None
2010-04-30 Gonorrhea may soon become untreatable according to WHO 0 None
2010-04-29 Jiangsu Yanshen receives SFDA disciplinary notice for substandard quality human use rabies vaccine 0 None
2010-04-29 NGOs outraged at developments of current meeting of Global Fund Board to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria 0 None
2010-04-29 Eliminating inherent drug resistance in tuberculosis 0 None
2010-04-29 Nanotechnology for study of individual molecule interaction in live cells 0 None
2010-04-29 OMT beneficial as adjunctive treatment in elderly people with pneumonia 0 None
2010-04-29 Gilead announces bioequivalence of Truvada in combination with Tibotec Pharmaceuticals' TMC278 NNRTI 0 None
2010-04-29 miacom diagnostics announces new tests for faster diagnosis of sepsis 0 None
2010-04-29 Preventing HPV infection could slow HIV epidemic, say researchers 0 None
2010-04-29 Injection drug use contributes to transmission of syphilis 0 None
2010-04-29 New theory on muscle and bone diseases 0 None
2010-04-29 CD8+T cells may aid in developing AIDS vaccine: New Journal of Physics 0 None
2010-04-29 Cambodia closes 64.9 percent of illegal pharmacies 0 None
2010-04-29 Tulane University researchers urge action to eliminate malaria from Hispaniola 0 None
2010-04-29 Study examines lifestyle-related causes of death in AIDS patients 0 None
2010-04-29 Presence and type of cirrhosis complications are strong predictors of mortality: Study 0 None
2010-04-29 Multicenter NIH trial finds combination antibiotics effective against Chlamydia-induced reactive arthritis 0 5
2010-04-29 China lifts decades-old HIV/AIDS travel ban 0 None
2010-04-29 Report: Conditions in Zambian prisons fueling spread of HIV, TB 0 None
2010-04-28 Seasonal flu shots: Are they responsible for the adverse reactions? Investigations on 0 None
2010-04-28 Scientists discover human DNA that act as a traitor to body's defences 0 None
2010-04-28 Stalk structure of Mx protein restrains components of influenza virus in infected cells 0 None
2010-04-28 Study evaluates cost benefits of new interventions for treating, preventing PDN and PHN 0 None
2010-04-28 AHF applauds Merck for doubling Isentress discount rebates and freezing price for ADAPs 0 None
2010-04-28 BiondVax announces successful conclusion of second Phase I/II trial of Multimeric-001 Universal Flu Vaccine 0 None
2010-04-28 Causes of death in AIDS patients 0 None
2010-04-28 State Round-up: Federal prosecutors investigate bid rigging at New York hospitals; Montana prepares for health reform implementation; and Florida spares Medicaid from budget cuts 0 None
2010-04-28 Researchers develop new diagnostic approach to fight against Chagas disease 0 None
2010-04-28 Trade negotiations between EU, India could affect access to low-cost generics 0 None
2010-04-28 China lifts ban on tourists suffering from HIV/AIDS 0 None
2010-04-28 WHO welcomes China's decision to remove entry, travel restrictions for people living with HIV 0 None
2010-04-28 Report looks at AIDS funding in developing countries 0 None
2010-04-28 News outlets continue malaria coverage 0 None
2010-04-28 International initiative seeks to reduce heterosexual HIV transmission 0 5
2010-04-27 Australian Medical Association says doctor followed all procedures in flu shot death 0 None
2010-04-27 Alnylam Pharmaceuticals publishes encouraging results from Phase II GEMINI study in PNAS 0 None
2010-04-27 Prime-boost malaria vaccine regimen provides sterile protection: Vical 0 5
2010-04-27 UK MHRA authorizes Presidio Pharmaceuticals to initiate Phase 1 clinical trial of PPI-461 for HCV 0 None
2010-04-27 Laughter increases production of antibodies and activates body's protective cells 0 None
2010-04-27 People infected with gastrointestinal worms respond better to injected vaccines 0 None
2010-04-27 Opinions: G8 summit; World Malaria Day; Family planning; Global Food Security Act 0 None
2010-04-27 News outlets examine World Malaria Day 2010 0 None
2010-04-27 Fever in kids underestimated by Doctors: new study 0 None
2010-04-26 US demand for food safety products to rise 6.6% per year to $2.9 billion in 2014 0 None
2010-04-26 Nanoviricides become registered trademark under USPTO 0 None
2010-04-26 Study confirms utility of Oxford Immunotec's T-SPOT.TB assay in identifying latent TB infection 0 None
2010-04-26 Research documents early warning signs resulting from global pullback on AIDS funding 0 None
2010-04-26 Pevion Biotech to present positive results of PEV4 RSV vaccine candidate at Vaccine Innovation Meeting 0 None
2010-04-26 Federal allocation not adequately addressing needs of minority AIDS community 0 None
2010-04-26 Enhancing residence time improves drug effectivity: Study 0 None
2010-04-26 Anacor Pharmaceuticals, MMV partner to discover and develop promising new malaria therapeutics 0 None
2010-04-26 Driving evolution of antibiotic resistance backwards 0 None
2010-04-26 Promising research on cryptosporidiosis could lead to effective treatment: Brandeis University biochemist 0 None
2010-04-26 Canadian Red Cross expands Malaria Bites campaign 0 None
2010-04-24 GBS serotype III more commonly associated with urinary tract infections 0 None
2010-04-24 1976 "swine flu" vaccine protects against 2009 pandemic H1N1 influenza virus 0 None
2010-04-24 Mechanisms pathogenic viruses exploit to evade immune systems of hosts 0 None
2010-04-24 New research project to make anti-malarial drugs more affordable in Third World countries 0 None
2010-04-24 Immunization campaigns to be launched simultaneously in 112 countries and territories 0 None
2010-04-24 U.N. agencies issue warning, appeal for funds to tackle measles outbreak in West, Central Africa 0 None
2010-04-24 Canadians join hands in virtual community to raise awareness of meningitis and septicaemia 0 None
2010-04-24 Senate Budget Committee approves FY 2011 budget resolution with cuts to foreign aid 0 None
2010-04-24 Presidio Pharmaceuticals, Numerate conclude collaboration to discover new compounds targeting HCV 0 None
2010-04-24 New Actellic- 300CS demonstrates effective control of pyrethroid resistant mosquitoes 0 None
2010-04-24 Recent releases in Global Health 0 None
2010-04-24 PMI releases 6-year malaria strategy 0 None
2010-04-24 Rapid diagnostic tests for malaria 0 3
2010-04-24 News outlets examine H1N1's impact on U.S. vaccine development plans, Mexico's handling of outbreak 0 None
2010-04-24 ICTP to participate in QWeCl project to help fight malaria and other vector-borne illnesses 0 None
2010-04-23 Team liberates cellular hostages by silencing Toxoplasma gondii's back-seat driving 0 None
2010-04-23 Report on market opportunity for RSV drugs 0 None
2010-04-23 MMV supports Pfizer's AZCQ clinical trial for intermittent preventive treatment of malaria in pregnant women 0 1
2010-04-23 Compugen announces development of PPI Blockers Discovery Platform 0 5
2010-04-23 QF-CMV test helps predict transplant recipients at increased risk of CMV disease after surgery 0 None
2010-04-23 Funding levels need to be increased in fight against malaria 0 None
2010-04-23 New USG strategy to combat malaria globally 0 None
2010-04-23 Deadly fungus on the move 0 None
2010-04-23 IAVI, Lentigen to design preventive AIDS vaccine 0 None
2010-04-22 Seasonal flu vaccine causing serious side effects in under-fives: Ban on flu vaccination program 0 3
2010-04-22 AB SCIEX to collaborate in disease studies with Samuel Lunenfeld Research Institute of Mount Sinai Hospital 0 None
2010-04-22 New gene therapy to restore retinal cone function and day vision 0 None
2010-04-22 Study uses new BL-DMAC method to measure PAC levels in cranberry products 0 5
2010-04-22 Los Angeles slum housing health crisis 0 None
2010-04-22 Human lymphocytes produce hepcidin that regulate iron levels in the body: Study 0 None
2010-04-22 International Day for Fighting Infection focuses on hospital infection control 0 None
2010-04-22 MRSA infections on the rise in hospitals and health care settings: AHRQ report 0 None
2010-04-22 Swine flu vaccine blues 0 None
2010-04-22 H1N1 flu epidemic has lessons to offer health care providers: Anesthesia Progress 0 None
2010-04-22 Bacterial infections often missed in febrile children in the ER 0 None
2010-04-22 AFP reflects on WHO's response to H1N1 0 None
2010-04-21 Study helps understand molecular mechanism underlying taurine's protection against hepatic fibrosis 0 4
2010-04-21 Biomagnetics Diagnostics receives commitment for clinical validation testing in India for malaria, TB diagnosis 0 None
2010-04-21 Staff, students join hands outside LSTM to mark World Malaria Day 0 None
2010-04-21 Initial results of gallium-containing compound to treat serious infection presented at AACR 2010 0 5
2010-04-21 A*STAR's BMRC and SIgN award grants for twelve research projects on infectious diseases and immunology 0 None
2010-04-21 Study identifies the source of inherent noise in HIV gene expression 0 None
2010-04-21 People around the world support anti-malaria campaigns 0 None
2010-04-21 Early diagnosis of varicose vein disease leads to simpler treatments and better outcomes 0 None
2010-04-21 Test shows efficacy of avian antibodies against H5N1 and H1N1 influenza in mice 0 3
2010-04-21 Roche's progress of RG7348 into Phase I clinical trial triggers $6.5M milestone payment to Ligand 0 None
2010-04-21 New study quantifies prevalence of MRSA infections in different patient populations 0 5
2010-04-21 Biomagnetics Diagnostics obtains handheld IOBS unit to detect pathogens 0 None
2010-04-21 Pregnant women face increased risk of death from H1N1; early antiviral treatment associated with fewer complications 0 None
2010-04-21 Report details progress in fighting malaria in Africa, notes funding shortfall 0 None
2010-04-21 Black and Hispanic children have high rate of hospital admissions for ruptured appendix 0 None
2010-04-21 ZenBio awarded Phase I SBIR grant to establish novel human cell-based models of NAFLD 0 None
2010-04-21 A Selection of Today's Opinions: AIDS endures; Conservatives' changing views of the individual mandate; Concerns for doctors 0 None
2010-04-20 AMRI extends and expands research collaboration with CHDI Foundation 0 None
2010-04-20 Cal/OSHA issues $101,485 in citations to Alta Bates Summit Medical Center in Oakland 0 None
2010-04-20 Ovale malaria is two similar but distinct species that do not reproduce with each other: Research 0 None
2010-04-20 Interim results from QLT's Phase 1b study of QLT091001 for Leber congenital amaurosis 0 None
2010-04-20 Frost & Sullivan examines SFI therapeutics market in Thailand 0 None
2010-04-20 Prevalence of scalp fungus infection among children living in metropolitan areas 0 None
2010-04-20 NanoBio to develop intranasal vaccine for HBV 0 None
2010-04-20 Lactobacillus plantarum has no effect on Salmonella: University of Gothenburg 0 None
2010-04-20 Avian flu's endurance in 5 countries poses global threat to human health, FAO official says 0 None
2010-04-20 ThromboGenics microplasmin Phase III program for symptomatic focal VMA meets primary endpoint 0 None
2010-04-20 Opinions: PEPFAR; Private-civil society partnerships in Africa; Global maternal mortality; SA HIV testing campaign 0 None
2010-04-20 New research shows link between infection-related diseases and risk of cancer 0 None
2010-04-20 Gilead Sciences halts Phase II trial of GS 9450 for chronic hepatitis C 0 None
2010-04-19 Novartis withdraws EMA MAA for JOULFERON 0 5
2010-04-19 BioMarin Pharmaceutical introduces Firdapse for LEMS in the E.U. 0 None
2010-04-19 Matrix Laboratories' ANDA for Didanosine Delayed-release Capsules receives FDA approval under PEPFAR 0 None
2010-04-19 Resistance to antibiotics on the increase in intestinal bacteria in animals: Study 0 3
2010-04-19 Researchers reveal new switch to Salmonella bacteria: Science 0 None
2010-04-19 New in vitro study results of Hydrofiber dressing to be presented at SAWC/WHS 2010 0 None
2010-04-19 Protein Potential receives Phase II SBIR Grant to develop vaccine for prevention of P. vivax infections 0 None
2010-04-17 Enhancing drug residence time may help develop better diagnostic, therapeutic agents 0 None
2010-04-17 700 scientists to present new information on smell and taste at AChemS 32nd annual meeting 0 None
2010-04-17 WHO issues guidance on ash cloud from Iceland volcanic explosion 0 None
2010-04-17 Project to integrate data from climate modelling, disease forecasting systems for predicting epidemics 0 None
2010-04-17 G1 HCV patients having fast antiviral response to TVR with PEG-IFN and RBV can be cured in 24 weeks 0 None
2010-04-17 Pennsylvania awarded $1M in Recovery Act funding for managing chronic disease in older citizens 0 None
2010-04-17 Strativa Pharmaceuticals: Oravig buccal tablets receive FDA approval for OPC 0 None
2010-04-17 FDA approves BioAlliance Pharma's Oravig for OPC 0 None
2010-04-16 Study: Higher risk of NHL and Cholangiocarcinoma associated with HBV infection 0 None
2010-04-16 International study evaluates new class of drugs for treating primary biliary cirrhosis 1 None
2010-04-16 Geographic regions with different kinds of birds and mammals could be a source of pathogens 0 None
2010-04-16 Research shows general health spending offers better return in most affected areas 0 None
2010-04-16 Results of study comparing REMICADE to azathioprine for Crohn's disease published 0 None
2010-04-16 UDH to participate in Abbott's new PLEX-ID BPEP 0 None
2010-04-16 Preclinical results of Avila Therapeutics' AVL-181 and AVL-192 presented at EASL Annual Meeting 0 None
2010-04-16 InterMune reports Phase 1b MAD study results of RTV-boosted danoprevir in HCV patients at 45th EASL 0 None
2010-04-16 Findings strengthen promise of SCYNEXIS' SCY-635 for HCV treatment 0 None
2010-04-16 RUCDR is poised to become a world leader in human disease and genome studies 0 None
2010-04-16 Novel instrument may help limit spread of diarrhoea-causing bacteria 0 None
2010-04-16 Promising pharmacokinetic data from Idenix Pharmaceuticals' Phase I study of IDX320 for HCV 0 None
2010-04-16 Seasonal flu tends to move in traveling waves: Researchers 0 None
2010-04-16 Positive interim data from Idera Pharmaceuticals' Phase 1 trial of IMO-2125 TLR9 agonist presented at 45th EASL 0 None
2010-04-16 GeoViz methods help users visualize the pattern of how disease spreads 0 None
2010-04-16 Results from Romark Laboratories' STEALTH C-3 clinical trial presented at EASL Annual Meeting 0 5
2010-04-16 Escherichia coli cases drop in 2009 0 None
2010-04-16 Idaho Technology receives USASMDC contract to develop flu tests for military personnel 0 None
2010-04-16 Nottingham and Japanese scientists to study genetic variation of E. coli bacteria 0 None
2010-04-16 International experts discuss threats posed by ticks and fleas 0 None
2010-04-16 Swiss epidemiologist calls for more quality studies on malaria control measures 0 None
2010-04-16 FAAN conference provides new insights about food allergies and anaphylaxis 0 None
2010-04-16 First meeting of WHO H1N1 response probe concludes 0 None
2010-04-16 Vertex Pharmaceuticals announces results from Phase 1b clinical trial of VX-222 0 None
2010-04-16 Genocea Biosciences, NMRC sign CRADA to develop vaccine against malaria 0 None
2010-04-16 FDA publishes guidance to prevent Salmonella Enteritidis in shell eggs 0 None
2010-04-15 Lauric-acid-filled nano-scale bombs for treating acne 0 None
2010-04-15 Positive results from NovaBay Pharmaceuticals' Phase 2a trial of NVC-422 0 None
2010-04-15 Smith & Nephew to launch new line extensions to ACTICOAT antimicrobial barrier dressing portfolio 0 None
2010-04-15 Despite national guidelines, teen boys still get inadequate HIV/STI counseling 0 None
2010-04-15 SJHS-HC tracks potential influenza cases using SafetySurveillor solution 0 None
2010-04-15 Study finds variation in H1N1 infection risks and antibody levels: JAMA 0 None
2010-04-15 Phase 1 clinical trial results of Achillion Pharmaceuticals' ACH-1625 to be presented at EASL meeting 0 None
2010-04-15 New York Times examines how developments in India, Nigeria could aid global polio eradication campaign 0 None
2010-04-15 WHO official says agency struggled to find 'right tempo' for release of H1N1 information 0 None
2010-04-15 Universal screening test for CMV infection is not effective, says study 0 None
2010-04-15 Interim results from Pharmasset's phase 2a combination study of PSI-7977 with Pegasys and Copegus for HCV 0 None
2010-04-15 Opinions: Health and living conditions; H1N1, one year later; global water shortages 0 None
2010-04-15 GBS cases reduce following 2009 H1N1 vaccination: Research study 0 None
2010-04-15 Interim data from phase IIa clinical trial of IDX184 in HCV-infected patients 0 None
2010-04-15 HHS quality report 2009 shows increase in hospital-acquired infections 0 None
2010-04-15 Newsweek examines tech startup's tools to fight malaria 0 None
2010-04-15 M2010 to encompass broader spectrum of HIV prevention research 0 None
2010-04-15 Toothpaste with triclosan/copolymer kills harmful germs 0 5
2010-04-15 Kenta Biotech presents positive Phase IIa results of panobacumab 0 None
2010-04-15 NIH awards Corgenix Medical $600,000 grant to develop diagnostic tests for Ebola and Marburg virus 0 None
2010-04-15 WHO discusses shortcomings of its H1N1 response 0 None
2010-04-15 Tapeworm infections of brain increasing in Mexico and bordering southwestern states 0 None
2010-04-15 Swine flu shots important before peak season, say experts 0 None
2010-04-15 New AIGISRx Flat provides antimicrobial protection from CRMD infection 0 None
2010-04-15 Opinions divided on swine flu fear 0 None
2010-04-15 Excessive cleanliness can cause allergies 0 None
2010-04-15 Drinking tap water is a cost-effective way to fight tooth decay 0 1
2010-04-15 HHS 2009 quality report shows increase in hospital-acquired infections 0 None
2010-04-15 Florida to enact health care legislation to improve access to ARV therapy 0 None
2010-04-14 Hospital acquired infections on the increase 1 5
2010-04-13 Inflammasome components help protect against colitis 0 None
2010-04-13 Antibiotic-resistant pneumococci increase rate of bacterial infections in children 0 None
2010-04-13 XOMA expands anti-inflammatory antibody intellectual property portfolio 0 None
2010-04-13 Yearly flu shots recommended for adults in 50-64 age group 0 None
2010-04-13 Strains of Salmonella beginning to emerge in HIV-infected people in Africa 0 5
2010-04-13 Malaria No More: Jason Castro enters malaria fight to raise awareness of the disease 0 None
2010-04-13 New Supramap web-based application to track and stop disease outbreaks 0 None
2010-04-13 Cancer drug, antiviral agent can eradicate active virus infection and tumor: UNC School of Medicine 0 None
2010-04-13 Boston Globe examines how PEPFAR budget pressures are affecting AIDS clinics in Africa 0 None
2010-04-13 Research finding suggests HCV interference with hepcidin synthesis 0 None
2010-04-13 Drug boosting production of immune system protein worsens TB 0 3
2010-04-13 Experts begin probe of WHO's response to H1N1 0 None
2010-04-13 U.S. seeks to constrain global AIDS program costs 0 None
2010-04-13 San Diego Union-Tribune examines pharma's growing interest in neglected diseases 0 None
2010-04-13 Common drug used to treat Burkitt lymphoma can activate EBV: Study 0 None
2010-04-13 AP examines micro-insurance in Africa 0 None
2010-04-13 IDF awarded NIH grant for advancing knowledge in PIDD through continuance of USIDNET program 0 None
2010-04-13 Stem cell scientists receive stimulus grants to study lung and blood disorders 0 None
2010-04-13 Checklist to stay healthy and active during summer season 0 None
2010-04-13 Gilead Sciences doses first patient in Quad Phase III clinical program 0 None
2010-04-12 Rib-X Pharmaceuticals to present delafloxacin Phase 2 study data at 20th ECCMID 0 None
2010-04-12 Automated UV radiation helps decontaminate healthcare-associated pathogens 0 None
2010-04-12 Clinical and preclinical malaria vaccine data presented at Keystone Symposium 0 None
2010-04-12 Liver biopsy with hepatic copper quantification every 3 years needs to be considered for WD patients 0 None
2010-04-12 Inbuilt sensor in cell phones for detecting deadly chemicals 0 None
2010-04-12 Phase I study of Affinium Pharmaceuticals' AFN-1252 for MRSA initiated 0 None
2010-04-12 Persisting red, itchy, watery eyes in children may be signs of serious conditions 0 1
2010-04-12 Asthma-like symptoms in infants and toddlers is often RAD 0 None
2010-04-12 Scientists identify specific mechanism that triggers resistance to vancomycin 0 None
2010-04-12 Optimer Pharmaceuticals announces results from second Phase 3 clinical study of fidaxomicin 0 None
2010-04-12 Replikin Counts of H5N1 and H1N1 strains on the rise 0 None
2010-04-09 A*STAR announces fifth major collaboration with Italian research centres and universities 0 None
2010-04-09 Effective compound against antibiotic-resistant biofilms 0 None
2010-04-09 Inovio Biomedical receives $2.8M grant to develop DNA vaccine for HCV 0 None
2010-04-09 IFN therapy for chronic hepatitis C must be individualized and optimized for efficacy 0 None
2010-04-09 FDA updates website with information about triclosan 0 None
2010-04-09 ChemoCentryx identifies novel drug candidate targeting ChemR23 chemoattractant receptor 0 None
2010-04-09 Immune system mouse models help study biology of T cells and their role in toxoplasmosis 0 None
2010-04-09 Combination telaprevir treatment beneficial for retreatment of hepatitis C 0 None
2010-04-09 Opinions: Preparing for next flu outbreak; Elections in Zimbabwe; U.S. response to Haiti 0 None
2010-04-09 Pfizer to expand clinical trials in Asia, work on development of antibiotics for drug-resistant TB 0 None
2010-04-09 12 infected with Hepatitis C by a doctor at clinic in Victoria 1 5
2010-04-09 Superbugs on the decline in Scottish hospitals 0 None
2010-04-09 Miami Medicare case spotlights federal probes into HIV therapy fraud 0 None
2010-04-09 LA BioMed to receive $9.7M federal grant for construction of new Chronic Disease Clinical Research Center 0 None
2010-04-09 Ribavirin Biopartners 200mg film-coated tablets granted EU marketing approval 0 None
2010-04-08 Cubist Pharmaceuticals initiates dosing in Phase 2 trial with CB-183,315 for diarrhea due to CDAD 0 None
2010-04-08 Phase 1 SAD study of PSI-938 for HCV initiated 0 5
2010-04-08 Allergy flare-ups due to indoor allergens 0 None
2010-04-08 Pittsburgh managing diabetes more cost effectively than other states 0 None
2010-04-08 Hospital TV remotes are potential reservoir of bacteria 0 None
2010-04-08 Telaprevir-based regimens increase rates of SVR in patients with genotype 1 HCV infection 0 None
2010-04-08 Xhale Innovations wins 2010 Medical Design Excellence Award for HyGreen hand hygiene system 0 None
2010-04-08 Cempra Pharmaceuticals announces schedule of poster presentations at ECCMID 2010 0 5
2010-04-08 Single vaccine for anthrax and plague: iBio confirms grant of rights 0 None
2010-04-08 Hepatitis C infection increases risk for developing kidney cancer 0 None
2010-04-08 Cities, leaders worldwide mark World Health Day 0 None
2010-04-08 Men test positive for chlamydia twice as much as women: survey 1 5
2010-04-07 Cepheid to launch GeneXpert Infinity-48 in Europe at 20th ECCMID 0 None
2010-04-07 DNA barcoding-sequencing of gene in sand flies identifies two species carrying Leishmania naiffi 0 None
2010-04-07 CBOs implement proven HIV/STD risk-reduction intervention with adolescents 0 None
2010-04-07 Major social science study to accompany Bovine TB BVDP 0 None
2010-04-07 Antigens of both influenza B virus strains can improve influenza vaccines 0 None
2010-04-07 Measure of blood flow in lungs could help identify smokers at risk of emphysema 0 None
2010-04-07 Sickle cell disease: Rehospitalization rates high 0 None
2010-04-07 Defective protein responsible for SCA5 disease cuts synaptic terminals and snarls traffic inside neurons 0 None
2010-04-07 Has the NHS procured too many swine flu shots? 0 None
2010-04-07 Does a seasonal flu shot raise the risk of swine flu? 0 None
2010-04-07 Optimer Pharmaceuticals to present data from fidaxomicin Phase 3 studies at 20th ECCMID 0 None
2010-04-07 Obstacles in urban setting limits physical activity and promotes unhealthy food consumption 0 None
2010-04-07 Ontario invests millions of dollars in universal flu vaccine campaign 0 None
2010-04-07 $13,000 per year AIDS drugs Reyataz: AHF calls upon BMS to lower price 0 None
2010-04-07 IGRAs effective for detecting confirmed active TB disease: CHEST 0 None
2010-04-06 PS-targeting antibodies can block HIV virus from entering into certain blood cells 0 None
2010-04-06 Health officials monitor cases of pandemic H1N1 flu in the Southeast 0 None
2010-04-06 Achievements of AFC, Abbott to be highlighted at AFC's 25th Anniversary Gala 0 None
2010-04-06 Findings may help devise new strategies for Cryptococcus infections 0 None
2010-04-06 Dry-mouth and dry-eye symptoms often misdiagnosed by healthcare professionals 0 4
2010-04-06 HHS grants $1.84 billion through Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program for HIV/AIDS care and medications 0 None
2010-04-06 New muco-adhesive patch may help treat oral disorders 0 None
2010-04-06 Emory University researchers develop experimental clinical test for XMRV 0 None
2010-04-06 SCYNEXIS' SCY-635 inhibitor abstracts accepted for presentation at EASL Annual Meeting 0 None
2010-04-05 60 Minutes examines PEPFAR in Uganda 0 None
2010-04-05 Perrigo, Cobrek Pharmaceuticals receive FDA approval for generic Evoclin Foam 1% 0 None
2010-04-05 Peregrine's PS-targeting antibodies block HIV from entry into blood cells 0 None
2010-04-05 China's SFDA finds certain batches of Jiangsu Yanshen's human use rabies vaccine substandard 0 None
2010-04-03 Wall Street Journal examines railway hospital in India 0 None
2010-04-03 Student hygiene education programs can help reduce school absenteeism 0 None
2010-04-03 Games for Life wins British Airways Business Opportunity Grant 0 None
2010-04-03 Greater Than AIDS: Clear Channel Communications announces new effort to broadcast HIV/AIDS information 0 None
2010-04-03 Researchers explore microbial infection of human cells in space environment 0 None
2010-04-03 NewsHour examines research of HIV positive patients who can suppress the virus 0 None
2010-04-03 Scientists provide first-ever glimpse of HIV protein structure 0 None
2010-04-03 Recent releases in Global Health 0 None
2010-04-02 Premature fall in the swine flu vaccination rates worries health officials 0 None
2010-04-02 Utilizing "synthetic population" in simulating spread of infectious outbreaks 0 None
2010-04-02 Variant of ATG16L1 gene associated with higher risk for Crohn's disease 0 None
2010-04-02 Practicing safer sex: New condom technology to keep partners "in the moment" 0 None
2010-04-02 Nonromantic sexual partnerships: Risks and rewards 0 None
2010-04-02 Scientists identify potential new method for treating sleeping sickness 0 None
2010-04-02 Hepatitis C infected donor kidneys thrown away despite urgent need 0 None
2010-04-02 Passengers on Brisbane train may have been exposed to measles 0 None
2010-04-02 2010 DDW conference to highlight breakthrough research on GI health 0 None
2010-04-02 Reform promotes patient safety by creating payment incentives, making mistakes public 0 None
2010-04-02 Opinion: Job development for Haiti; NTDs in Africa; U.S. investment in TB 0 None
2010-04-02 Bloomberg examines potential benefits, drawbacks to PrEP 0 None
2010-04-02 New clues into genomic complexity of Mimivirus 0 None
2010-04-02 Donors pledge $5.3B over 18 months to help rebuild Haiti 0 None
2010-04-02 Liver function tests misinterpreted in majority of children's hospitals 0 None
2010-04-01 New development in treatment of African Sleeping Sickness 0 3
2010-04-01 Health law includes $250 million for abstinence education 0 None
2010-04-01 Florida AIDS Walk 2010: Thousands help raise over $460,000 0 None
2010-04-01 Pramipexole ER uptake to be inhibited by availability of generic version 0 None
2010-04-01 Mtb fine-tunes behaviour to escape detection and causes TB 0 None
2010-04-01 Common remedies can make ocular symptoms worse: MOA 0 4
2010-04-01 VA may expand list of Gulf War illnesses 0 None
2010-04-01 Also in Global Health News: HIV/AIDS in Central Asia; Nigeria MDGs; Aid transparency; Maternal health in Peru 0 None
2010-04-01 Major breakthrough may help develop low toxicity drugs for sleeping sickness 0 None
2010-04-01 Crack, cocaine usage increases risk of HIV in adolescents 0 None
2010-04-01 Bile secretions in small intestine send signals to disease-causing gut bacteria 0 None

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