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SillaJen reports initiation of multinational randomized Phase 3 study of Pexa-Vec in HCC patients

SillaJen, Inc., a private, clinical-stage, biotherapeutics company focused on the development of oncolytic immunotherapy products for cancer, has announced the initiation of a multinational randomized Phase 3 open-label study of its lead product candidate, Pexa-Vec (formerly JX-594), in patients with advanced liver cancer, also known as hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC).

5 Jan 2016

Mylan announces U.S. launch of generic Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo Tablets

Mylan N.V. today announced the U.S. launch of Norgestimate and Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets USP, 0.18 mg/0.025 mg, 0.215 mg/0.025 mg, and 0.25 mg/0.025 mg, which is the generic version of Janssen's Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo Tablets.

5 Jan 2016

FDA grants Orphan Drug Designation to Ionis Pharmaceuticals' IONIS-HTT Rx for treatment of HD patients

Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted Orphan Drug Designation to IONIS-HTTRx for the treatment of patients with Huntington's disease (HD).

5 Jan 2016

Nottingham researchers explore viruses that can destroy food poisoning bugs in the gut

Viruses that can seek and destroy food poisoning bugs in the gut are being investigated by researchers at The University of Nottingham, thanks to a prestigious new grant.

5 Jan 2016

Drug-microbe interactions may contribute to adverse effects, lessen effectiveness of NSAID

A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) changed the composition and diversity of gut microbes, which in turn shaped how the drug is broken down and ultimately, cut its effectiveness, according to an animal study from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania.

5 Jan 2016

UVA-developed artificial pancreas system to undergo final testing in two clinical trials

A device developed by University of Virginia School of Medicine researchers to automatically monitor and regulate blood-sugar levels in people with type 1 diabetes will undergo final testing in two clinical trials beginning in early 2016.

5 Jan 2016

FDA issues two final orders to strengthen requirements for transvaginal surgical mesh safety

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today issued two final orders to manufacturers and the public to strengthen the data requirements for surgical mesh to repair pelvic organ prolapse (POP) transvaginally, or through the vagina.

5 Jan 2016

Hydroxyurea could be a viable option for children with sickle cell disease

A national sickle cell disease study involving Medical University of South Carolina researchers found that for some children with sickle cell disease, the drug hydroxyurea is as effective as blood transfusions to reduce blood flow speeds in the brain. Increased blood flows are a major risk factor for stroke in these children.

5 Jan 2016

Researchers to undertake long-term clinical trial of artificial pancreas system for type 1 diabetes patients

Researchers will soon undertake one of the largest-ever long-term clinical trials of a system designed to help regulate blood sugar levels of individuals with type 1 diabetes mellitus. If the so-called artificial pancreas system performs in patients as hoped, it could lead to commercial trials and eventual regulatory approval in the United States and abroad.

5 Jan 2016

CFDA issues new drug certificate and production license for Sinovac's EV71 vaccine

Sinovac Biotech Ltd., a leading provider of biopharmaceutical products in China, today announced that the China Food and Drug Administration issued the new drug certificate and production license for its Enterovirus 71 ("EV71") vaccine.

4 Jan 2016

Diet-to-Go launches new meal plan for individuals with Type 2 diabetes or prediabetes

Diet-to-Go on January 4th announced it has launched a meal plan specifically created for people who have Type 2 diabetes or prediabetes. The plan's calorie-controlled meals will also help people lose and manage their weight.

4 Jan 2016

Sugary Western diet may increase risk of breast cancer and metastasis to the lungs

The high amounts of dietary sugar in the typical Western diet may increase the risk of breast cancer and metastasis to the lungs, according to a study at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

4 Jan 2016

New Penn study shows that social behavior in carpenter ants can be reprogrammed

In Florida carpenter ant colonies, distinct worker castes called minors and majors exhibit pronounced differences in social behavior throughout their lives. In a new study published today in Science, a multi-institution team anchored at University of Pennsylvania found that these caste-specific behaviors are not set in stone.

4 Jan 2016

MUSC researchers receive $1.68 million NIH grant to study better treatment for chronic pancreatitis, diabetes

MUSC researchers received a $1.68 million National Institutes of Health grant to explore a better treatment for chronic pancreatitis, with the hopes that it also may shed light on a future cure for patients with type 1 diabetes.

4 Jan 2016

Processed foods may increase likelihood of developing autoimmune diseases

In today's hustle and bustle world, processed foods are commonplace time-savers. But that convenience factor may come with a bigger price tag than previously known, says an international team of researchers.

31 Dec 2015

Eating when not hungry may be bad for our health, new research finds

With the wide availability of convenient foods engineered for maximum tastiness-- such as potato chips, chocolates, and bacon double cheeseburgers-- in the modern food environment and with widespread advertising, the contemporary consumer is incessantly being bombarded with the temptation to eat.

30 Dec 2015

SDSU researchers explore ways to eradicate thirdhand smoke

When cigarette smoke is blown into the environment, its chemical constituents don't just vanish into thin air. Residue from the smoke settles into, accumulates and is stored in the surrounding environment, such as upholstery, carpets, walls, clothing and curtains.

30 Dec 2015

UAB study to examine social support, intuitive eating impact on older African-American men with diabetes

University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Nursing Assistant Professor Loretta T. Lee, Ph.D., has received a 2015 Deep South Resource Center for Minority Aging pilot grant award to examine the association of social support and intuitive eating with glycemic control in older African-American men with diagnosed type 2 diabetes.

30 Dec 2015

UW-led effort aims to develop implantable devices that promote brain plasticity, reanimate paralyzed limbs

In the next decade, people who have suffered a spinal cord injury or stroke could have their mobility improved or even restored through a radically new technology: implantable devices that can send signals between regions of the brain or nervous system that have been disconnected due to injury.

30 Dec 2015

Go Healthy Natural releases new line of Antioxidant Boost liquid multivitamins

Go Healthy Natural, a leader in liquid daily dose multivitamins, has announced the launch of their new line of "Antioxidant Boost" liquid multivitamins. The two ounce daily dose liquid multivitamins will be sold in cases of 24 bottles with free shipping and be featured on www.GoHealthyNatural.com and www.Amazon.com.

30 Dec 2015

Food News and Research

SillaJen reports initiation of multinational randomized Phase 3 study of Pexa-Vec in HCC patients

Mylan announces U.S. launch of generic Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo Tablets

FDA grants Orphan Drug Designation to Ionis Pharmaceuticals' IONIS-HTT Rx for treatment of HD patients

Nottingham researchers explore viruses that can destroy food poisoning bugs in the gut

Drug-microbe interactions may contribute to adverse effects, lessen effectiveness of NSAID

UVA-developed artificial pancreas system to undergo final testing in two clinical trials

FDA issues two final orders to strengthen requirements for transvaginal surgical mesh safety

Hydroxyurea could be a viable option for children with sickle cell disease

Researchers to undertake long-term clinical trial of artificial pancreas system for type 1 diabetes patients

CFDA issues new drug certificate and production license for Sinovac's EV71 vaccine

Diet-to-Go launches new meal plan for individuals with Type 2 diabetes or prediabetes

Sugary Western diet may increase risk of breast cancer and metastasis to the lungs

New Penn study shows that social behavior in carpenter ants can be reprogrammed

MUSC researchers receive $1.68 million NIH grant to study better treatment for chronic pancreatitis, diabetes

Processed foods may increase likelihood of developing autoimmune diseases

Eating when not hungry may be bad for our health, new research finds

SDSU researchers explore ways to eradicate thirdhand smoke

UAB study to examine social support, intuitive eating impact on older African-American men with diabetes

UW-led effort aims to develop implantable devices that promote brain plasticity, reanimate paralyzed limbs

Go Healthy Natural releases new line of Antioxidant Boost liquid multivitamins

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