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Cardiac myosin-binding protein C identified as potential new diagnostic biomarker for heart attacks

Though they remain a leading killer, heart attacks can be effectively treated provided they can be rapidly diagnosed following initial onset of symptoms. In a study appearing in this month's Molecular and Cellular Proteomics, researchers have identified cardiac myosin-binding protein C (cMyBP-C) as a potential new diagnostic biomarker for heart attacks, one that may be particularly valuable for mild attacks in which traditional diagnostic proteins may not be abundant enough.

11 Dec 2009

People of diverse communities are at increased risk for depression and suicide

Americans do not believe that they know much about depression, but are highly aware of the risks of not receiving care, according to a survey released by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI).

11 Dec 2009

NIH launches a $37 million program to reduce obesity

The National Institutes of Health is launching a $37 million program that will use findings from basic research on human behavior to develop more effective interventions to reduce obesity.

11 Dec 2009

Scientists develop new model of skin cancer based on Src kinases

Scientists at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine have developed a new model of skin cancer based on the knowledge that a common cancer-related molecule called Src kinase is activated in human skin-cancer samples.

11 Dec 2009

Ethics guidelines for hand surgeons

The American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH) Corporate Advisory Council recently gathered in Chicago to create the first ever, ethics guidelines, to be followed by hand surgeons.

11 Dec 2009

American Sentinel University offers new online healthcare degree programs for professionals

American Sentinel University (www.americansentinel.edu), an accredited online university that provides degree programs for professionals, announces two new online healthcare degree programs: Bachelor of Science in Health Informatics and Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) – Infection Prevention and Control specialization.

11 Dec 2009

FY2010 State and Foreign Ops bill expected to move on the Hill this month

The fiscal year 2010 State and Foreign Operations Appropriations bill, which includes funding for global health-related measures, "is moving on the Hill as part of a mammoth catch-all spending bill that's expected to move through both chambers this month," Foreign Policy's blog, "The Cable," reports. "

10 Dec 2009

$6.5 million awarded to Esperanza Health Center for construction and renovation projects

President Obama announced yesterday nearly $600 million in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act grant awards to fund major construction and renovation projects at a total of 85 community health centers nationwide, including a $6.5 million award to Esperanza Health Center in North Philadelphia.

10 Dec 2009

Leaders and community activists create strategy to combat HIV/AIDS in African-Americans

African-American political leaders, union members, ministers and community activists are meeting Monday, December 14th to create and implement a strategy to combat the deadly HIV/AIDS virus in the African-American Community.

10 Dec 2009

Drop in U.S. colorectal cancer deaths

The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) lauds the recent news of the decline in U.S. colorectal cancer death and incidence rates. The report, released this week, shows that from 1975 to 2000, incidence rates dropped 22 percent and death rates dropped 26 percent.

10 Dec 2009

ARKRAY's Assure Platinum Blood Glucose Monitoring System receives FDA clearance

ARKRAY, Inc., the world's 5th largest manufacturer of diabetes self-monitoring systems, today received FDA clearance on the new Assure Platinum Blood Glucose Monitoring System.

10 Dec 2009

Moderate consumption of alcoholic beverages increases the risk of breast cancer recurrence

Moderate consumption of alcoholic beverages (at least three to four drinks per week, no matter the type of alcohol) is associated with a 30 percent increased risk of breast cancer recurrence, according to a new Kaiser Permanente study. Post-menopausal or overweight women may be most susceptible to the effects of alcohol on recurrence, according to the researchers.

10 Dec 2009

Psychologists can help people deal with anxiety and depression symptoms more effectively

From Thanksgiving to New Year's, there are many wishes for everyone to have a blissful and celebratory holiday season. But for many people, the holidays bring more misery than mirth, particularly at a time when the ailing economy can't seem to recover quickly enough and money worries remain on people's minds.

10 Dec 2009

MedPAC suggests recouping overpayments to hospitals

The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission suggested Thursday that Congress should adjust what it pays hospitals for inpatient care in 2011 to recoup overpayments that have come from changes in documentation and coding used by Medicare, according to a report on Modern Healthcare.

10 Dec 2009

UnitedHealth Group invests $5.4M in The Help Group’s tax-exempt revenue bonds

The Help Group received $5,395,000 in capital that will support development of its newest campus serving Los Angeles-area children, adolescents and young adults with autism spectrum disorders.

10 Dec 2009

Nutraceutical International reports net income of $3.2M for fourth-quarter fiscal 2009

Nutraceutical International Corporation today reported results for the fiscal 2009 fourth quarter and year ended September 30, 2009. Net sales for the fiscal 2009 fourth quarter were $41.4 million compared to $40.9 million for the same quarter of fiscal 2008.

10 Dec 2009

Registered dietitians recommend vitamins and supplements for improved bone health

It wouldn't be surprising to find that registered dietitians (RDs) are among the healthiest eaters in the United States, but their healthy habits extend beyond diet. Registered dietitians demonstrate a commitment to the three pillars of health: a healthy diet, supplements and regular exercise.

10 Dec 2009

Convergence between EDC and RTSM solutions simplifies workflow management

Perceptive Informatics, a leading eClinical solutions provider and a subsidiary of PAREXEL International Corporation (Nasdaq: PRXL), today introduced unique product convergence between its DataLabs® EDC solution and ClinPhone® Randomization and Trial Supply Management (RTSM) technologies.

From Parexel 10 Dec 2009

Decade of the Mind: A multidisciplinary effort to understand the phenomenon of mind

As we seek a better understanding of the workings of the human mind, we are continually confronted by fresh ethical, legal, and social questions. Now, researchers are increasingly emphasizing the role of a new discipline, neuroethics, to guide the search for answers to those questions.

10 Dec 2009

HSA survey reveals drug cost inflation in workers’ compensation is up by 7.5%

Drug cost inflation in workers’ compensation is up 7.5 percent according to Health Strategy Associates’ (HSA) Sixth Annual Survey of Prescription Drug Management in Workers’ Compensation.

10 Dec 2009

Education News and Research

Cardiac myosin-binding protein C identified as potential new diagnostic biomarker for heart attacks

People of diverse communities are at increased risk for depression and suicide

NIH launches a $37 million program to reduce obesity

Scientists develop new model of skin cancer based on Src kinases

Ethics guidelines for hand surgeons

American Sentinel University offers new online healthcare degree programs for professionals

FY2010 State and Foreign Ops bill expected to move on the Hill this month

$6.5 million awarded to Esperanza Health Center for construction and renovation projects

Leaders and community activists create strategy to combat HIV/AIDS in African-Americans

Drop in U.S. colorectal cancer deaths

ARKRAY's Assure Platinum Blood Glucose Monitoring System receives FDA clearance

Moderate consumption of alcoholic beverages increases the risk of breast cancer recurrence

Psychologists can help people deal with anxiety and depression symptoms more effectively

MedPAC suggests recouping overpayments to hospitals

UnitedHealth Group invests $5.4M in The Help Group’s tax-exempt revenue bonds

Nutraceutical International reports net income of $3.2M for fourth-quarter fiscal 2009

Registered dietitians recommend vitamins and supplements for improved bone health

Convergence between EDC and RTSM solutions simplifies workflow management

Decade of the Mind: A multidisciplinary effort to understand the phenomenon of mind

HSA survey reveals drug cost inflation in workers’ compensation is up by 7.5%

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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