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American Cancer Society, World Lung Foundation unveil ‘The Tobacco Atlas, Fifth Edition’

The Tobacco Atlas, Fifth Edition ("The Atlas"), and its companion mobile app and website TobaccoAtlas.org, were unveiled today by the American Cancer Society and World Lung Foundation at the 16th World Conference on Tobacco or Health.

19 Mar 2015

Social media ratings may influence patient perceptions of hospitals, quality of care

Social media has become an important way for institutions to communicate - both sending messages and receiving feedback - with clients and with the general public.

13 Mar 2015

Scientists simplify chemical synthesis of small molecules using 3D printing technology

Howard Hughes Medical Institute scientists have simplified the chemical synthesis of small molecules, eliminating a major bottleneck that limits the exploration of a class of compounds offering tremendous potential for medicine and technology.

13 Mar 2015

Nuclear medicine in Australia: an interview with Doug Cubbin, ANM Board Chairman

Molybdennum-99 is a central part of Australia’s modern medical system, and is by far the most commonly used radioisotope produced by ANSTO. It decays to Technetium-99m, which is potentially lifesaving as it is used in the diagnosis of heart, conditions, as well as diagnostic procedures associated with kidneys, lungs, bone and the liver.

10 Mar 2015

2U, Yale University partner to launch online Master of Medical Science degree for PA

2U, Inc., today announced that it is partnering with Yale University to launch an online Master of Medical Science (MMSc) degree for aspiring physician associates (PA), pending approval of the online program by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant and various state licensing agencies.

10 Mar 2015

Viagra can have anti-cancer, anti-Alzheimer's disease effects if used with new drugs

Chaperone proteins play an important role in protein folding in human cells and in bacteria and are promising new targets for drugs to treat cancer and Alzheimer's disease and for novel antiviral drugs and antibiotics. How existing drugs such as Viagra or Cialis and a derivative of the drug Celebrex, for example, can reduce the activity of a specific chaperone protein, with the potential for anti-tumor and anti-Alzheimer's disease effects, is described in a Review article in DNA and Cell Biology, a peer-reviewed journal from Mary Ann Liebert, Inc., publishers.

10 Mar 2015

Study identifies 10 new cases of breast cancer in transgender veterans

A study of breast cancer in transgender veterans has identified ten new cases, increasing the total number of published cases in both female-to-male and male-to-female transgender persons.

9 Mar 2015

NYBC launches new mobile app to enhance donation experience for blood donors

New York Blood Center recently launched a new mobile app providing a convenient, user friendly platform for blood donors to find donation locations, make and manage appointments, view donation history and donor profiles, and access the full NYBC website to manage Donor Advantage accounts, redeem points, and much more.

5 Mar 2015

UCLA life scientists develop new method to find genetic markers for many diseases

UCLA life scientists have created an accurate new method to identify genetic markers for many diseases -- a significant step toward a new era of personalized medicine, tailored to each person's DNA and RNA.

4 Mar 2015

New insights into the use, outcomes of gluteoplasty and vaginal labiaplasty procedures

Two of the fastest-growing plastic surgery procedures are gluteoplasty or "butt augmentation," to improve the appearance of the buttocks; and labiaplasty to address cosmetic and functional concerns with the vagina.

3 Mar 2015

Experts review diagnostic approaches to treat obstructive coronary artery disease in women

Obstructive coronary artery disease (CAD) in women often presents with different types of symptoms than in men and can be challenging to diagnose due to a variety of factors. A national panel of experts convened to review the latest evidence regarding CAD in women, diagnostic approaches, and new types of tests and technologies.

3 Mar 2015

Neurotechnology introduces SentiGaze Software Development Kit

Neurotechnology, a provider of high-precision biometric, robotics and AI technologies, today introduced the SentiGaze Software Development Kit (SDK).

2 Mar 2015

Qualcomm launches Snapdragon Sense ID 3D Fingerprint Technology

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated, is extending its mobile security leadership with the launch of Qualcomm Snapdragon Sense ID 3D Fingerprint Technology, the mobile industry's first 3D fingerprint authentication technology based on ultrasonic technology.

2 Mar 2015

Mundipharma launches Remsima® (infliximab), a new-generation value-based monoclonal antibody, in six European markets

Mundipharma International Limited’s network of independent associated companies are launching Remsima® (infliximab) this month in Germany, Italy, UK, Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg following expiry of the relevant patents and Supplementary Protection Certificates, having secured distribution rights from Celltrion Healthcare Hungary Kft for Remsima in these markets.

1 Mar 2015

Physicians urge households to add 'clean my medicine cabinet' to Spring cleaning chores list

After marijuana and alcohol, the most commonly abused drugs by those over the age of 14 are prescription and over-the-counter medications.

28 Feb 2015

UWE Bristol selected to develop Patient Centred Outcome Measures

The University of the West of England has been chosen as one of seven new sites to develop Patient Centred Outcome Measures (POCMs) by NHS England. The new centres will mean that children and young people will play a more active role in deciding which outcomes are important to them.

27 Feb 2015

Metrohm USA announces 2015 Young Chemist Award winner

Metrohm USA and Metrohm Canada are pleased to announce the winner of the 2015 Young Chemist Award, Chad Atkins. Chad is completing his Ph.D. at the University of British Columbia where he works under the supervision of Robin Turner and Michael Blades.

26 Feb 2015

Shortlist announced for world leading healthcare awards

Companies from across the UK have been announced as part of the shortlist for the prestigious Medilink UK Awards 2015 - celebrating cutting edge technologies, outstanding business achievements and international success across the UK’s Life Sciences sector.

26 Feb 2015

Scientists discover DNA vaccine that alleviates chronic inflammation in the body

An international team of scientists including CureLab Oncology, Inc. (Boston), University of Camerino (Italy), and Boston University have serendipitously discovered a DNA vaccine, which systemically alleviates chronic inflammation in the body. Since osteoporosis is an inflammatory disease, preventive and therapeutic effects of the new vaccine were demonstrated on mouse models with osteoporosis.

26 Feb 2015

Psoriasis management: an interview with Dr Sandy McBride

A major challenge around treating psoriasis is communication - psoriasis can flare and resolve in between appointments so it can be difficult to express and describe the life impact of these flares and recall possible triggers and response to treatments. People with psoriasis can also find it very difficult to talk about their emotions – something known as alexithymia – again making it difficult for clinicians to fully appreciate the impact of psoriasis.

25 Feb 2015

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American Cancer Society, World Lung Foundation unveil ‘The Tobacco Atlas, Fifth Edition’

Social media ratings may influence patient perceptions of hospitals, quality of care

Scientists simplify chemical synthesis of small molecules using 3D printing technology

Nuclear medicine in Australia: an interview with Doug Cubbin, ANM Board Chairman

2U, Yale University partner to launch online Master of Medical Science degree for PA

Viagra can have anti-cancer, anti-Alzheimer's disease effects if used with new drugs

Study identifies 10 new cases of breast cancer in transgender veterans

NYBC launches new mobile app to enhance donation experience for blood donors

UCLA life scientists develop new method to find genetic markers for many diseases

New insights into the use, outcomes of gluteoplasty and vaginal labiaplasty procedures

Experts review diagnostic approaches to treat obstructive coronary artery disease in women

Neurotechnology introduces SentiGaze Software Development Kit

Qualcomm launches Snapdragon Sense ID 3D Fingerprint Technology

Mundipharma launches Remsima® (infliximab), a new-generation value-based monoclonal antibody, in six European markets

Physicians urge households to add 'clean my medicine cabinet' to Spring cleaning chores list

UWE Bristol selected to develop Patient Centred Outcome Measures

Metrohm USA announces 2015 Young Chemist Award winner

Shortlist announced for world leading healthcare awards

Scientists discover DNA vaccine that alleviates chronic inflammation in the body

Psoriasis management: an interview with Dr Sandy McBride

Advancing Neuroscience Research Through Collaboration and Patient-Centered Innovation

The impact of vibration on microscopy

How Omics Technologies Are Transforming Biological Research and Drug Discovery

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