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LAF report estimates the total economic burden of new cancer cases at $305 billion in 2009

A landmark report released today by the Lance Armstrong Foundation (LAF) estimates the total economic burden of new cancer cases at $305 billion in 2009. The findings are included in the report, "Breakaway: The Global Burden of Cancer - Challenges and Opportunities," released today in Dublin at the premiere LIVESTRONG Global Cancer Summit.

25 Aug 2009

Malaysian biotechnology industry expected to grow by revenue at an average rate of 15 percent per year

Malaysia's plans for its biotechnology sector remain ambitious even with the recent global meltdown. By 2020 the government envisages this sector will employ up to 160,000 people and will contribute to 5% of Malaysia's GDP.

25 Aug 2009

A new therapy for treating gastro-oesophageal reflux in babies

20% of parents seek medical help because of the frequent regurgitation (spitting up food) of their baby and the accompanying discomfort (crying). Reputed medical journal "Archives of Disease in Childhood" of the "British Medical Journal" group recently published the results of the clinical research project that began at the end of 2006 in the Children's gastroenterology department of the Brussels University Hospital.

25 Aug 2009

New RAND study finds that Prescription Benefit Program for Medicare recipients surpasses expectations

The program created to provide Medicare recipients with prescription drug benefits exceeded expectations during its first two years, extending pharmacy coverage to most seniors while reducing their overall spending on drugs, according to a new RAND Corporation study.

25 Aug 2009

Karo Bio collaborates with Wyeth for treating inflammatory diseases

The Swedish biotech company Karo Bio today announced that beginning September 1, 2009, Wyeth will take on all future research and development activities under the drug discovery collaboration between the parties.

25 Aug 2009

University of Southampton develops a microfluidic single-cell impedance cytometer for blood cell analysis

A hand-held device which could offer point-of-care blood cell analysis in doctors' surgeries is being developed by academics at the University of Southampton and is described in a paper in Lab on a Chip this month.

25 Aug 2009

Field and DNA studies reveal that marine reserves aid in shark conservation measures

A long-term field and DNA study by the Institute for Ocean Conservation Science at Stony Brook University, University of Miami, Field Museum of Chicago and others has shown that young lemon sharks born at the Bimini islands, Bahamas, tend to stay near their coastal birthplace for many years.

25 Aug 2009

NIAID to establish a human immune profiling research consortium in 2010; invites grant applications

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), a component of the National Institutes of Health, is accepting grant applications for a new initiative to establish a consortium of human immune profiling research centers.

25 Aug 2009

Value-Based Insurance Design improves health care services

As members of Congress continue to debate proposals for health care reform, the National Pharmaceutical Council (NPC) has released a new report on an important approach being used by leading edge employers for improving patient health outcomes - Value-Based Insurance Design (VBID).

25 Aug 2009

New study reveals that mild glucose intolerance in pregnancy may relate to risk of heart disease

Mild glucose intolerance in pregnancy may be an early identifier of women who are at increased risk of heart disease in the future, found a new study http://www.cmaj.ca/press/cmaj090569.pdf published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) www.cmaj.ca.

25 Aug 2009

RetireSafe's supporters outraged at proposed health care reform that adversely affects senior citizens

RetireSafe applauds Michael Steele, chairman of the Republican National Committee for outlining some crucial steps for health care to protect senior Americans. "We look at The Seniors' Health Care Bill of Rights, unveiled today, as an "emergency medical intervention" that will help ensure that seniors will receive access to quality health care," stated Thair Phillips, RetireSafe President.

25 Aug 2009

Study links positive work experiences with happier home life

A Kansas State University study shows that invigorated and dedicated employees carry over their positive work experiences for a happier home life.

25 Aug 2009

Research to be conducted on bacterial microbes in space to discover new medicines

Along with supply and equipment cargo bound for the International Space Station, Space Shuttle Discovery STS-128 will carry an additional scientific payload being conducted by Austin-based Astrogenetix, the first commercial space company to use microgravity to discover the foundation of new medicines.

25 Aug 2009

PLoS journal throws light on neglected tropical diseases toll in sub-Saharan Africa

An analysis published August 25 in the open-access journal PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases sheds new light on the toll that neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) take on sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), with an estimated 500 million people suffering from these debilitating and sometimes deadly diseases.

25 Aug 2009

Research reveals the life-long detrimental impact of maternal smoking during pregnancy

A new study by researchers at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California (USC) has found that the life-long effects of maternal smoking during pregnancy may occur through specific changes in DNA patterns.

25 Aug 2009

Celsius Holdings introduces calorie burning beverage in New York and Pennsylvania

Celsius Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB: CSUH) announced today that Celsius®, the original calorie burning beverage, is now available at all 76 Tops Friendly Markets locations in New York and Pennsylvania.

25 Aug 2009

State of Arizona offers BCBSAZ network option to its employees and their families

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona (BCBSAZ) is pleased to announce the State of Arizona is offering a BCBSAZ network option to approximately 65,000 state employees and their families during the upcoming health insurance open enrollment period.

25 Aug 2009

Thyretain TSI Reporter BioAssay test for detecting auto-antibodies attains the FDA clearance

Diagnostic HYBRIDS announces the FDA clearance, for marketing under the 510(k) pre-notification process, of the Thyretain TSI Reporter BioAssay. Thyretain is an in vitro diagnostic use test that specifically detects auto-antibodies called thyroid stimulating immunoglobulins (TSI) in patient serum.

25 Aug 2009

Myoderm expands its portfolio to include drug procurement, management and distribution services

Myoderm, a leading global pharmaceutical supplier of comparator drugs for clinical research and clinical trials, has expanded its portfolio to include Distribution Management Services. This new capability provides their clients with an efficient solution for sourcing, managing, and distributing off-the-shelf, commercial drugs used in clinical trials.

25 Aug 2009

Neurogen stockholders to receive $11 million in Ligand Pharmaceuticals common stock as part of acquisition deal

Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (NASDAQ:LGND) and Neurogen Corporation (NASDAQ:NRGN) announced today they have entered into a definitive merger agreement under which Ligand will acquire Neurogen. Under the transaction, Neurogen stockholders will receive an estimated $11 million in Ligand common stock and will be granted Contingent Value Rights (“CVRs”) under four CVR agreements.

25 Aug 2009

Research News and Research

LAF report estimates the total economic burden of new cancer cases at $305 billion in 2009

Malaysian biotechnology industry expected to grow by revenue at an average rate of 15 percent per year

A new therapy for treating gastro-oesophageal reflux in babies

New RAND study finds that Prescription Benefit Program for Medicare recipients surpasses expectations

Karo Bio collaborates with Wyeth for treating inflammatory diseases

University of Southampton develops a microfluidic single-cell impedance cytometer for blood cell analysis

Field and DNA studies reveal that marine reserves aid in shark conservation measures

NIAID to establish a human immune profiling research consortium in 2010; invites grant applications

Value-Based Insurance Design improves health care services

New study reveals that mild glucose intolerance in pregnancy may relate to risk of heart disease

RetireSafe's supporters outraged at proposed health care reform that adversely affects senior citizens

Study links positive work experiences with happier home life

Research to be conducted on bacterial microbes in space to discover new medicines

PLoS journal throws light on neglected tropical diseases toll in sub-Saharan Africa

Research reveals the life-long detrimental impact of maternal smoking during pregnancy

Celsius Holdings introduces calorie burning beverage in New York and Pennsylvania

State of Arizona offers BCBSAZ network option to its employees and their families

Thyretain TSI Reporter BioAssay test for detecting auto-antibodies attains the FDA clearance

Myoderm expands its portfolio to include drug procurement, management and distribution services

Neurogen stockholders to receive $11 million in Ligand Pharmaceuticals common stock as part of acquisition deal

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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