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British Journal of Dermatology publishes data on DermTech's new genomic assay for melanoma

DermTech International, a biotechnology company dedicated to bringing genomic medicine to dermatologists, today announced that the discovery data on its new genomic assay for melanoma have been published in the British Journal of Dermatology.

7 Feb 2011

Curaxis President comments on new Alzheimer's Association report

Patrick S. Smith, President and Chief Executive Officer of Curaxis Pharmaceutical Corp., commented today on a new report by the Alzheimer's Association, titled "Generation Alzheimer's – the defining disease of the baby boomers", which demonstrates the devastating impact and size of Alzheimer's disease.

7 Feb 2011

Allergies appear to reduce glioma risk

The more allergies one has, the lower the risk of developing low- and high-grade glioma, according to data published in Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention, a journal of the American Association for Cancer Research.

7 Feb 2011

Positive results from EpiCept NP-1 Phase IIb trial in patients with CPN

EpiCept Corporation today announced positive results from a Phase IIb trial evaluating the efficacy and safety of EpiCept NP-1 in chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy. EpiCept NP-1 is a topical analgesic cream containing two FDA-approved drugs, amitriptyline and ketamine, in development for the relief of pain from various peripheral neuropathies.

7 Feb 2011

Pediatric physicians present 12 research abstracts, posters at Cardiology 2011

Pediatric cardiology researchers and clinicians gather this week in Scottsdale, Ariz. for Cardiology 2011, the 15th Annual Update on Pediatric and Congenital Cardiovascular Disease, sponsored by The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Original research from more than 30 cardiac programs in the U.S. and abroad is being presented throughout the meeting.

7 Feb 2011

Genomic study identifies link between Native American ancestry, relapse in young leukemia patients

The first genome-wide study to demonstrate an inherited genetic basis for racial and ethnic disparities in cancer survival linked Native American ancestry with an increased risk of relapse in young leukemia patients. The work was done by investigators at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and the Children's Oncology Group.

6 Feb 2011

New research: Binge drinking in rural areas is more of a problem than previously thought

Binge drinking is often considered to be a problem of towns and cities but new research published in BioMed Central's open access journal BMC Public Health shows that binge drinking in rural areas is more of a problem than previously thought.

6 Feb 2011

Researchers discover molecular mechanism implicated in geographic atrophy

A team of researchers, led by University of Kentucky ophthalmologist Dr. Jayakrishna Ambati, has discovered a molecular mechanism implicated in geographic atrophy, the major cause of untreatable blindness in the industrialized world.

6 Feb 2011

Wood smoke may create adverse health effects in humans

With millions of people warding off winter's chill with blazing fireplaces and wood-burning stoves, scientists are raising red flags about the potential health effects of the smoke released from burning wood. Their study, published in the American Chemical Society's journal, Chemical Research in Toxicology, found that the invisible particles inhaled into the lungs from wood smoke may have several adverse health effects.

6 Feb 2011

Diabetes Management – a new journal addressing the management issues of a complex disease

Future Medicine Ltd has today announced the launch of Diabetes Management – a new bimonthly title presenting findings, analyses and commentaries on the battle with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. Diabetes Management is published by Future Medicine Ltd (UK, London) renowned for its collection of journals providing healthcare practitioners and research professionals with a unique source of objective, cutting-edge information on exciting trends emerging in light of advances in medicine, healthcare and clinical practice.

6 Feb 2011

Patient need to share medication side effects with health care team: Retired family doctor

"I had a wonderful gentleman patient who had resistant blood pressure," recalls Vicki Koenig, M.D., a retired family doctor in Exmore, VA. "When he came for a blood pressure check on the latest new med and it was great, I was ecstatic. Then he said, 'But I notice my urine's a little dark.' His was one of the first cases of fatal liver complications from this medication."

5 Feb 2011

MHCC to support Bell Let's Talk on February 9

The Mental Health Commission of Canada is proud to support Bell Let's Talk - an anti stigma campaign culminating on February 9, Bell Let's Talk Day. On that occasion, Bell will contribute 5¢ for every long distance call and text message its customers make to further fund and support mental health initiatives throughout Canada.

5 Feb 2011

Dream Foundation to fulfill final dream for Stage III Pancreatic Cancer patient

On February 6, Dream Foundation, the first national wish-granting organization for adults in the end stages of life, will fulfill Ed Demyan's final dream - to witness the ultimate American sporting event, the Super Bowl. Demyan, 47, of Brooklyn, Ohio, is a proud father three daughters (11, 14, 22) and a future step-daughter (15).

5 Feb 2011

AFA president issues statement acknowledging former President's contribution to Alzheimer's awareness

Eric J. Hall, president and CEO of the Alzheimer's Foundation of America, today noted the centennial birthday of President Ronald Reagan on February 6 by issuing a statement that acknowledged the former President's contribution to Alzheimer's awareness.

5 Feb 2011

fitlosophy to sponsor 5-week BLOG YOUR HEART OUT campaign

fitlosophy, inc., the Orange County, California-based creators of fitbook, the award-winning line of 12-week fitness and nutrition journals, is pleased to support the American Heart Association for the second year by sponsoring a 5-week BLOG YOUR HEART OUT campaign.

5 Feb 2011

NFL, NDC, Gen YOUth Foundation collaborate to tackle childhood obesity

Some of our nation's principal thought leaders in child health, physical activity and education will converge today in North Texas, site of Super Bowl XLV, to sign a Memorandum of Understanding that outlines an unprecedented private-public partnership committed to child health and wellness.

5 Feb 2011

Vascular birthmarks can cause concern for parents: Dermatologists

Vascular birthmarks, which occur in nearly 10 percent of all infants at birth or within the first few weeks of life, can cause concern for parents particularly if they are large or in a cosmetically important area. The decision to treat a birthmark is one that parents should make with a dermatologist, who can determine the type of birthmark and whether or not it poses any potential risks in the future.

5 Feb 2011

Hospice Foundation of America develops free online webinar to analyze impact of advanced cancer

The Hospice Foundation of America has developed "Coping with Cancer at the End of Life," a free online webinar that examines the impact of advanced cancer, and how family, professionals and volunteers can manage the demands of caring for someone with end-stage cancer.

5 Feb 2011

People can encounter common hazards like frostbite, frostnip during winter

Winter can be especially hazardous to human health with frostbite and frostnip being among the more common hazards people are likely to encounter. Frostbite and frostnip occur when the human body is exposed to extremely low temperatures for a period of time without the proper clothing for the conditions. Extreme cold causes the blood vessels of the body to begin to narrow and constrict, reducing blood flow to the extremities, such as ears, the nose, hands and feet.

5 Feb 2011

CDC: One quarter of all ED visits during winter are due to snowboarding, sledding accidents

Broken bones due to snowboarding and sledding top the list of common causes for visits to the Emergency Department during the winter months. According to the Centers for Disease Control one quarter of all ED visits are attributed to snowboarding accidents,, and half of all cases were broken bones and sprains.

5 Feb 2011

Medical Condition News

British Journal of Dermatology publishes data on DermTech's new genomic assay for melanoma

Curaxis President comments on new Alzheimer's Association report

Allergies appear to reduce glioma risk

Positive results from EpiCept NP-1 Phase IIb trial in patients with CPN

Pediatric physicians present 12 research abstracts, posters at Cardiology 2011

Genomic study identifies link between Native American ancestry, relapse in young leukemia patients

New research: Binge drinking in rural areas is more of a problem than previously thought

Researchers discover molecular mechanism implicated in geographic atrophy

Wood smoke may create adverse health effects in humans

Diabetes Management – a new journal addressing the management issues of a complex disease

Patient need to share medication side effects with health care team: Retired family doctor

MHCC to support Bell Let's Talk on February 9

Dream Foundation to fulfill final dream for Stage III Pancreatic Cancer patient

AFA president issues statement acknowledging former President's contribution to Alzheimer's awareness

fitlosophy to sponsor 5-week BLOG YOUR HEART OUT campaign

NFL, NDC, Gen YOUth Foundation collaborate to tackle childhood obesity

Vascular birthmarks can cause concern for parents: Dermatologists

Hospice Foundation of America develops free online webinar to analyze impact of advanced cancer

People can encounter common hazards like frostbite, frostnip during winter

CDC: One quarter of all ED visits during winter are due to snowboarding, sledding accidents

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