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Researchers uncover unique cellular, molecular mechanisms behind tooth renewal

Alligators may help scientists learn how to stimulate tooth regeneration in people, according to new research led by the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California.

15 May 2013

New nimodipine oral solution receives FDA approval for subarachnoid hemorrhage treatment

On May 10, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Nymalize, a new nimodipine oral solution, to treat patients experiencing symptoms resulting from ruptured blood vessels in the brain (subarachnoid hemorrhage).

15 May 2013

Misaligned teeth are chief culprits in the development of gum disease, tooth decay

Crooked, crowded teeth can rob you of your health. In fact, misaligned teeth are among the chief culprits in the development of gum disease and tooth decay.

14 May 2013

Neutra in final stages of negotiations toward new partnership in U.S. MMJ industry

Neutra Corp., a growing provider of all-natural wellness solutions, announced today that it has entered the final stages of negotiations toward a potentially lucrative new partnership in the $1.7 billion U.S. medical marijuana industry.

14 May 2013

India's DBT, Bharat Biotech announce positive Phase III clinical trial results of rotavirus vaccine

The Government of India's Department of Biotechnology and Bharat Biotech announced positive results from a Phase III clinical trial of a rotavirus vaccine developed and manufactured in India.

14 May 2013

Research findings may pave way to new treatment for Alzheimer's disease in humans

A drug developed by scientists at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies, known as J147, reverses memory deficits and slows Alzheimer's disease in aged mice following short-term treatment.

14 May 2013

Roundup: NYC examines solitary confinement alternatives for mentally ill inmates; Texas lawmakers push to modernize medical practices; N.C. cancer parity bill passes House

New York City will soon change the way mentally ill inmates are disciplined after breaking rules while in jail, creating alternatives to the more traditional approach of solitary confinement used for most inmates (Yee, 5/12).

14 May 2013

FDA approves Arbor Pharmaceuticals' NDA for Nymalize oral solution

Arbor Pharmaceuticals announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved its New Drug Application for Nymalize (nimodipine) oral solution.

14 May 2013

New study provides clear picture of the impact and causes of diarrheal diseases

A new international study published today in The Lancet provides the clearest picture yet of the impact and most common causes of diarrheal diseases, the second leading killer of young children globally, after pneumonia.

14 May 2013

TriStar Wellness Solutions completes acquisition of HemCon Medical Technologies

TriStar Wellness Solutions, Inc., a health and wellness company that targets opportunities in the self-care and professional marketplace, has acquired HemCon Medical Technologies Inc., a Portland, Oregon-based leading researcher and manufacturer of products for bleeding and wound management.

13 May 2013

Highlights: Feds sue Fla. Senate president's former company over Medicare billing practices; Okla. eyes existing Medicaid program to cover more people

Department of Justice is suing the hospice company founded by Florida's Senate president, accusing it of submitting tens of millions of dollars in fraudulent Medicare claims for more than a decade, including while Don Gaetz was vice chairman of the board (5/9).

13 May 2013

UNM Cancer Center to participate in Phase 3 clinical trial of novel treatment for men with prostate cancer

The University of New Mexico Cancer Center is among a few select institutions nationwide participating in a Phase 3 clinical trial studying a novel treatment for men with newly diagnosed, localized prostate cancer.

13 May 2013

Breo Ellipta gets FDA approval for treatment of airflow obstruction in patients with COPD

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Breo Ellipta (fluticasone furoate and vilanterol inhalation powder) for the long-term, once-daily, maintenance treatment of airflow obstruction in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, including chronic bronchitis and/or emphysema.

13 May 2013

New test determines which children with malaria are likely to develop cerebral malaria

Researchers at Michigan State University have identified a test that can determine which children with malaria are likely to develop cerebral malaria, a much more life-threatening form of the disease.

10 May 2013

Lexicon Pharmaceuticals advances Phase 2 clinical trial of LX4211 in patients with type 1 diabetes

Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc. announced today that it is progressing into the placebo-controlled portion of its Phase 2 clinical trial of LX4211 in patients with type 1 diabetes, having successfully completed the open-label, pioneer portion of the trial.

10 May 2013

Affordable Care Act falls well short in improving health outcomes, reveals new ADA analysis

When it comes to access to routine dental care – a major determinant of oral health – the Affordable Care Act falls well short in its goals of lowering costs, increasing access and improving health outcomes, according to new analysis by the American Dental Association.

10 May 2013

Synageva BioPharma reports study results of sebelipase alfa in adults with late onset LAL Deficiency

Synageva BioPharma Corp., a biopharmaceutical company developing therapeutic products for rare diseases, today reported 12-month results from an ongoing extension study with sebelipase alfa in adults with late onset Lysosomal Acid Lipase Deficiency.

9 May 2013

Strax Rejuvenation reaches impressive milestone

Strax Rejuvenation, a plastic surgery and wellness center based in Florida, has just reached an impressive milestone: there have been over 40,000 patients who have had procedures performed by staff surgeons at various surgery facilities over the past seven years.

9 May 2013

PCORI awards $2M to UNC med school for diabetes research

The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute has approved a research award to the University of North Carolina School of Medicine to study the role of glucose monitoring in patients with type 2 diabetes using oral medications.

9 May 2013

Nearly 5 million asthmatics with ABPA could benefit from antifungal treatment, say researchers

An estimated 4,837,000 asthmatics with allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (ABPA) could benefit substantially from antifungal treatment, say researchers from the University of Toronto and Manchester University.

9 May 2013

Oral News and Research

Researchers uncover unique cellular, molecular mechanisms behind tooth renewal

New nimodipine oral solution receives FDA approval for subarachnoid hemorrhage treatment

Misaligned teeth are chief culprits in the development of gum disease, tooth decay

Neutra in final stages of negotiations toward new partnership in U.S. MMJ industry

India's DBT, Bharat Biotech announce positive Phase III clinical trial results of rotavirus vaccine

Research findings may pave way to new treatment for Alzheimer's disease in humans

Roundup: NYC examines solitary confinement alternatives for mentally ill inmates; Texas lawmakers push to modernize medical practices; N.C. cancer parity bill passes House

FDA approves Arbor Pharmaceuticals' NDA for Nymalize oral solution

New study provides clear picture of the impact and causes of diarrheal diseases

TriStar Wellness Solutions completes acquisition of HemCon Medical Technologies

Highlights: Feds sue Fla. Senate president's former company over Medicare billing practices; Okla. eyes existing Medicaid program to cover more people

UNM Cancer Center to participate in Phase 3 clinical trial of novel treatment for men with prostate cancer

Breo Ellipta gets FDA approval for treatment of airflow obstruction in patients with COPD

New test determines which children with malaria are likely to develop cerebral malaria

Lexicon Pharmaceuticals advances Phase 2 clinical trial of LX4211 in patients with type 1 diabetes

Affordable Care Act falls well short in improving health outcomes, reveals new ADA analysis

Synageva BioPharma reports study results of sebelipase alfa in adults with late onset LAL Deficiency

Strax Rejuvenation reaches impressive milestone

PCORI awards $2M to UNC med school for diabetes research

Nearly 5 million asthmatics with ABPA could benefit from antifungal treatment, say researchers

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