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New UCL cancer research centre launched in UK

A new centre is launched in London today (Wednesday), joining a select group of Cancer Research UK Centres across the UK.

14 Oct 2009

Geniom RT Analyzer provides accurate diagnosis of multiple sclerosis and lung cancer disorders

Data published in BMC Cancer and PLoS ONE show that microRNA (miRNA) biomarkers provide reliable and highly differentiated diagnosis from blood samples for lung cancer and multiple sclerosis.

14 Oct 2009

National study shows people who work after retiring experience fewer major diseases

Retirees who transition from full-time work into a temporary or part-time job experience fewer major diseases and are able to function better day-to-day than people who stop working altogether, according to a national study. And the findings were significant even after controlling for people's physical and mental health before retirement.

14 Oct 2009

Imaging as a tool to identify severe cases of H1N1

Researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have found that imaging can now be used as a tool for identifying severe cases of H1N1 and may play a key role in understanding the pathogenesis of the virus, possibly leading to earlier diagnoses of severe cases in the future, according to a study published online today in the American Journal of Roentgenology. The study will be published in the December issue of AJR.

14 Oct 2009

H1N1 patients with ARDS survive illness when treated with ECMO

Despite the severity of disease and the intensity of treatment, most patients in Australia and New Zealand who experienced respiratory failure as a result of 2009 influenza A(H1N1) and were treated with a system that adds oxygen to the patient's blood survived the disease, according to a study to appear in the November 4 issue of JAMA.

14 Oct 2009

Invacare Corporation's initiative to raise awareness of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Invacare Corporation is sponsoring a bicycle expedition to raise awareness of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and inspire oxygen users to live active lives. The cyclist, Mark Junge, will be using the Invacare® XPO2™ Portable Oxygen Concentrator on his 816-mile trip. He will begin in New York City’s Times Square on October 15, 2009, and complete the trek in Charleston, South Carolina, on November 2, 2009.

14 Oct 2009

Do not underestimate the serious impact of the H1N1 virus, say researchers

A research team has warned medical experts in the Northern Hemisphere not to underestimate the serious impact of the H1N1 (Swine flu) virus with a new report showing that many patients who were critically ill with the virus required prolonged life support treatment with heart-lung machines.

14 Oct 2009

Bladder cancer patients benefit from anticancer drug that is used to treat lung and colon malignancies: Study

An anticancer drug that is commonly used to treat lung and colon malignancies is having a benefit and potentially prolonging survival in patients with invasive bladder cancer, researchers reported at the 2009 Clinical Congress of the American College of Surgeons.

14 Oct 2009

American Lung Association to raise awareness about the seriousness of seasonal influenza

In the spirit of "healthy competition," the American Lung Association in Minnesota is teaming up with the Minneapolis and St. Paul Fire Departments to raise awareness about the seriousness of seasonal influenza and the importance of vaccination this year.

14 Oct 2009

Study says critical illness among Canadian patients with H1N1 occurred rapidly after hospital admission

Critical illness among Canadian patients with 2009 influenza A(H1N1) occurred rapidly after hospital admission, often in young adults, and was associated with severely low levels of oxygen in the blood, multi-system organ failure, a need for prolonged mechanical ventilation, and frequent use of rescue therapies, according to a study to appear in the November 4 issue of JAMA.

13 Oct 2009

Compugen, Bayer Schering Pharma sign collaboration agreement for tumor research

Compugen Ltd. announced today that they have signed a collaboration agreement with Bayer Schering Pharma AG, Germany covering the further evaluation of a Compugen discovered tumor target and its splice variants.

13 Oct 2009

University of Nottingham pioneers new type of MRI scan

People with chronic lung disease and asthma could soon be offered better treatment thanks to a new type of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scan being pioneered at The University of Nottingham.

13 Oct 2009

Noninvasive ventilation should be used during an infectious outbreak contrary to current policies

Contrary to current policies recommending that non-invasive ventilation be avoided during an infectious outbreak, the author of a commentary (pre-embargo media link only http://www.cmaj.ca/embargo/cmaj081987.pdf) in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) www.cmaj.ca argues that it should be used expeditiously in this setting.

13 Oct 2009

Brookstone launches anti-snore pillow

Enjoy a peaceful night's sleep and significantly decrease the rhythmic, strident sound of your partner's incessant snoring with the Brookstone Anti-Snore Memory Foam Pillow. The specialty retailer and product development company recently launched its anti-snore pillow with a clinically tested design helpful in reducing snoring and providing comfort without altering your natural sleep style or position.

13 Oct 2009

European Patent Office announces intention to grant patent for Phyton Biotech's methods of producing taxanes

Phyton Biotech GmbH, a world leader in plant cell culture technology, reports that the European Patent Office has announced its intention to grant a European patent to Phyton covering methods of producing taxanes such as paclitaxel.

13 Oct 2009

Low birth weight children face higher risk of developing asthma later in life

A new study from the medical university Karolinska Institutet in Stockholm shows that children born with low birth weight are at a higher risk of developing asthma later in life.

12 Oct 2009

Communications technology for students and employees to manage their healthcare relationships

Allviant Corporation today announced the launch of its CarePass™ pilot program with Arizona State University to add another tool to the university’s health and wellness communications and services while empowering its employees and students with tools to manage their healthcare relationships.

12 Oct 2009

Wake Forest University School of Medicine honours researchers

Wake Forest University School of Medicine honored eight of its researchers with awards for excellence at the 13th Annual Research Awards Day Oct. 1.

12 Oct 2009

COPD Management Program for South Region TRICARE beneficiaries

Humana Military Healthcare Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of Humana Inc., announced today an additional benefit available for South Region TRICARE beneficiaries. The Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Management Program offers telephonic education and coaching by dedicated registered nurses.

12 Oct 2009

Researchers find how KEAP1 tumor suppressor works

A tumor-suppressing protein snatches up an important cancer-promoting enzyme and tags it with molecules that condemn it to destruction, a research team led by scientists at The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center reports this week in the journal Molecular Cell.

12 Oct 2009

Lungs News and Research

New UCL cancer research centre launched in UK

Geniom RT Analyzer provides accurate diagnosis of multiple sclerosis and lung cancer disorders

National study shows people who work after retiring experience fewer major diseases

Imaging as a tool to identify severe cases of H1N1

H1N1 patients with ARDS survive illness when treated with ECMO

Invacare Corporation's initiative to raise awareness of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Do not underestimate the serious impact of the H1N1 virus, say researchers

Bladder cancer patients benefit from anticancer drug that is used to treat lung and colon malignancies: Study

American Lung Association to raise awareness about the seriousness of seasonal influenza

Study says critical illness among Canadian patients with H1N1 occurred rapidly after hospital admission

Compugen, Bayer Schering Pharma sign collaboration agreement for tumor research

University of Nottingham pioneers new type of MRI scan

Noninvasive ventilation should be used during an infectious outbreak contrary to current policies

Brookstone launches anti-snore pillow

European Patent Office announces intention to grant patent for Phyton Biotech's methods of producing taxanes

Low birth weight children face higher risk of developing asthma later in life

Communications technology for students and employees to manage their healthcare relationships

Wake Forest University School of Medicine honours researchers

COPD Management Program for South Region TRICARE beneficiaries

Researchers find how KEAP1 tumor suppressor works

Achieving and maintaining ISO 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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