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Researchers explain how gut bacteria can inactivate cardiac drugs

For decades, doctors have understood that microbes in the human gut can influence how certain drugs work in the body - by either activating or inactivating specific compounds, but questions have long remained about exactly how the process works.

26 Jul 2013

Frequency, duration of patient-doctor contact important for improving health of dialysis patients

Both the frequency and duration of patient-doctor contact during dialysis care vary appreciably across countries, and facilities with more frequent and longer contact had fewer patient deaths and hospitalizations, according to a study appearing in an upcoming issue of the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology.

26 Jul 2013

Researchers uncover way to stop cancer cells using HIF-1 gene through synthetic biology approach

Scientists have discovered a new molecule that prevents cancer cells from responding and surviving when starved of oxygen and which could be developed into new treatments for the disease, according to new research published in the Journal of the American Chemical Society today (Friday).

26 Jul 2013

For many states, Medicaid expansion plans remain unsettled

Federal officials remind Florida lawmakers that it is not too late to opt into the program, while in Virginia, Politico reports the issue could be decided by this fall's gubernatorial election. Also, an Arizona push to get the issue on the ballot in November may fail because of paperwork errors and the Michigan Senate considers a tweaked expansion bill that requires co-pays for new Medicaid enrollees.

26 Jul 2013

IOM urges Congress not to shift Medicare payments to pay more in areas with low costs

A panel of experts says the government should by wary of suggestions that cutting payments to high cost areas and rewarding low-cost areas would help improve care and reduce Medicare costs.

26 Jul 2013

Binge eating among women doubles if their significant other encourage dieting

Women who are frequently encouraged by their significant others to lose weight are more likely to resort to unhealthy measures to do so, according to new research in the American Journal of Health Promotion.

26 Jul 2013

Two GOP Senators push to choke off IRS health law implementation funds

Also in the news, Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., is positioning himself to be the lead sponsor of legislation that would ban abortions after 20 weeks. Meanwhile, the nursing home industry is stepping up its lobbying efforts to protect its Medicare funding.

26 Jul 2013

Veterans suggest link between activities and long-term psychological well-being

Veterans participating in extended outdoor group recreation show signs of improved mental health, suggesting a link between the activities and long-term psychological well-being, according to results of a new University of Michigan study.

26 Jul 2013

Silk implants placed in brain of animals may help stop progression of epilepsy

Silk has walked straight off the runway and into the lab. According to a new study published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation, silk implants placed in the brain of laboratory animals and designed to release a specific chemical, adenosine, may help stop the progression of epilepsy.

26 Jul 2013

Study: Bipolar disorder evolves differently in patients who binge eat

Bipolar disorder evolves differently in patients who also binge eat, a study by Mayo Clinic, the Lindner Center of HOPE and the University of Minnesota found. Binge eating and obesity often are present among bipolar patients, but the mood disorder appears to take a different path in those who binge eat than it does in obese bipolar patients who do not, the researchers discovered.

26 Jul 2013

Study: Daily dietary supplementation with blend of omega fatty acids improves severe dry eye

Study findings published online, ahead of print, in Cornea show that daily dietary supplementation with a unique combination of omega fatty acids (GLA, EPA and DHA) for six months is effective in improving ocular irritation symptoms and halting the progression of inflammation that characterizes moderate to severe dry eye.

25 Jul 2013

Ascendancy Healthcare signs multi-year collaboration with Quintiles

Ascendancy Healthcare, Inc. dedicated to the commercialization of therapeutic products to meet unmet medical needs in China and other high-growth Asian markets, announced today a multi-year collaboration with Quintiles, the world's largest provider of biopharmaceutical development and commercial outsourcing services.

25 Jul 2013

Novo Solutions MD announces releases of NovoScarMD scar cream

Novo Solutions MD announces the launch of NovoScarMD the most scientifically advanced scar cream to come to market in 10 years. NovoScarMD reverses existing and new scar damage, keloids, and stretch marks, and rapidly returns skin to its original state with almost no trace of skin injury

25 Jul 2013

Studies support use of EOS 3D imaging system in assessing impact of bracing for AIS

EOS imaging, the pioneer in orthopaedic 2D/3D imaging, today announced that two new studies supporting the use of its 3D imaging technology in assessing the impact of bracing for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis have been published online in the European Spine Journal.

25 Jul 2013

NeoGenomics launches clinical molecular tests for comprehensive profiling of MDS

NeoGenomics, Inc., a leading provider of cancer-focused genetic testing services, announced today that it has validated and launched a number of clinical molecular tests for the comprehensive profiling of myelodysplastic syndrome.

25 Jul 2013

First Edition: July 25, 2013

Today's headlines include reports about WellPoint's second-quarter profits and the Insitute of Medicine's findings about geographic varitions in Medicare spending.

25 Jul 2013

Artificial pancreas for type 1 diabetes patients: an interview with John Pritchard, Cambridge Consultants

Essentially, what an artificial pancreas would be doing is taking the blood glucose results from a continuous monitor and taking the data that the patient puts in about the amount she/he is eating, and then adjusting the amount of insulin being delivered by the pump based on a mathematical formula that would be very personalized to that patient.

25 Jul 2013

EKF Diagnostics introduces STAT-Site M ß-HB strip test for DKA assessment

EKF Diagnostics, the global in vitro diagnostics business, announces the worldwide launch of the new STAT-Site M ß-HB, following successful CE marking.

From EKF Diagnostics 25 Jul 2013

New biosensor can alert athletes when they are about to bonk or hit the wall

A new biosensor, applied to the human skin like a temporary tattoo, can alert marathoners, competitive bikers and other "extreme" athletes that they're about to "bonk," or "hit the wall," scientists are reporting. The study, in ACS' journal Analytical Chemistry, describes the first human tests of the sensor, which also could help soldiers and others who engage in intense exercise - and their trainers - monitor stamina and fitness.

25 Jul 2013

NeuRA's new $54 million brain research facility opens in Sydney

Brain research in Australia has received a significant boost with the opening of a new $54 million research facility in Sydney.

25 Jul 2013

Research News and Research

Researchers explain how gut bacteria can inactivate cardiac drugs

Frequency, duration of patient-doctor contact important for improving health of dialysis patients

Researchers uncover way to stop cancer cells using HIF-1 gene through synthetic biology approach

For many states, Medicaid expansion plans remain unsettled

IOM urges Congress not to shift Medicare payments to pay more in areas with low costs

Binge eating among women doubles if their significant other encourage dieting

Two GOP Senators push to choke off IRS health law implementation funds

Veterans suggest link between activities and long-term psychological well-being

Silk implants placed in brain of animals may help stop progression of epilepsy

Study: Bipolar disorder evolves differently in patients who binge eat

Study: Daily dietary supplementation with blend of omega fatty acids improves severe dry eye

Ascendancy Healthcare signs multi-year collaboration with Quintiles

Novo Solutions MD announces releases of NovoScarMD scar cream

Studies support use of EOS 3D imaging system in assessing impact of bracing for AIS

NeoGenomics launches clinical molecular tests for comprehensive profiling of MDS

First Edition: July 25, 2013

Artificial pancreas for type 1 diabetes patients: an interview with John Pritchard, Cambridge Consultants

EKF Diagnostics introduces STAT-Site M ß-HB strip test for DKA assessment

New biosensor can alert athletes when they are about to bonk or hit the wall

NeuRA's new $54 million brain research facility opens in Sydney

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