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High-fiber cereals make progress in taste

Consumer Reports evaluated 18 high-fiber cereals and found seven especially flavorful choices. The report notes that most Americans can stand to double their intake of fiber which can help control appetite and weight, and might help lower the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes.

1 Sep 2009

Managing costs for clinical trials is a big challenge

In the drug industry, clinical trials carry price tags that run well into the tens of millions of dollars. Managing such costs demands a sure hand, and trial sponsors go to great lengths to monitor and manage funds allocated to vendors.

1 Sep 2009

Elsevier publishes second edition of Signal Transduction

Elsevier, the world-leading publisher of scientific, technical and medical information products and services, announces the publication of the new second edition of Signal Transduction edited by Bastien D. Gomperts, Ijsbrand M. Kramer and Peter E.R. Tatham.

1 Sep 2009

Chlorella green food sourced from algae contains a wide range of essential nutrients

"While we can still take advantage of summer's fresh produce, ensuring a consistent supply of whole foods throughout the year can reap benefits for those focused on aging as healthfully as possible," says Michael E. Rosenbaum, M.D. "Chlorella, a super green food sourced from a fresh water algae, contains the widest range of essential nutrients available in any single food source, including potassium, all B vitamins, magnesium, zinc, iron and 18 vital amino acids." Though beneficial for all life stages, Sun Chlorella can especially help aging adults thanks to these health rewards.

1 Sep 2009

Study reveals that alcohol control policies are not enforced strictly in U.S.

More than one in 10 people who binge drinks gets behind the wheel of a car during or just after their binge. Of those who binge and drive afterward, more than half had consumed their liquor in a bar, restaurant or club.

1 Sep 2009

Federal official chooses Wiley newsletter to discuss his plans for strengthening addiction treatment in community corrections

A. Thomas McLellan, Ph.D. the top federal official on addiction treatment, chose Wiley newsletter Alcoholism & Drug Abuse Weekly for his first interview after being sworn in as deputy director of the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy. Published in the Aug. 31 issue, the interview reveals the bold directions McLellan plans to head in, including a new focus on probation and parole, in partnership with Gil Kerlikowske, ONDCP director.

1 Sep 2009

Dr. Lawrence Deyton appointed as Director of the new Center for Tobacco Products

Wellstone Filter Sciences (OTCBB: WFLR.OB - News) applauds the appointment of Dr. Lawrence Deyton as Director of the new Center for Tobacco Products. The Center's mission, according to the FDA is to, "use the best available science to guide the development and implementation of effective public health strategies to reduce the burden of illness and death caused by tobacco products."

31 Aug 2009

SDBJ names A-Life Medical executive as the CFO of the Year

A-Life Medical, Inc., the pioneer and leading provider of computer-assisted coding products and services to the healthcare industry, announced today that Jaye Connolly, who serves as chief financial officer and chief operating officer, has been named CFO of the Year in the private company category of the 2009 San Diego Business Journal (SDBJ) CFO of the Year awards program.

31 Aug 2009

XerGame products to be showcased at the US Open Tennis Championships

XerTech Inc., a leading manufacturer, seller, and distributer of cutting-edge, interactive fitness systems, today announced that it will showcase its XerGame products at the US Open Tennis Championships, starting today, August 31, and running through the end of the event on September 13, 2009.

31 Aug 2009

Fernando Pisani and 24 hockey players helped raise funds and awareness about Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis

The spirit of giving back was as strong as ever this weekend at the first ever Score for Colitis & Crohn's event, which raised $20,000 for four gastrointestinal and digestive disease patient organizations from across the country. The Score for Colitis & Crohn's initiative, which took place at the West Edmonton Mall's Ice Palace on Saturday, August 29th, featured Fernando Pisani of the Edmonton Oilers and 24 aspiring young hockey enthusiasts who were all on hand to help raise funds and awareness about Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, the latter of which Pisani was diagnosed with in 2007.

31 Aug 2009

Holistic health expert highlights the benefits of regular meditatation

Medical costs this year are hitting almost everyone in the pocketbook. With politicians scrambling to come up with a workable solution, Americans face dark days ahead as monthly insurance fees go up again, often with double-digit rate hikes. Is there any hope for hard-working Americans who face the challenge of paying these exorbitant fees?

31 Aug 2009

DSG finds place in the Inc. 500 list

The Inc. 500, which ranks the fastest growing U.S. privately held companies, announced that DSG reached No. 82 in the nation, making it the fastest growing privately held company in the Philadelphia area. As an Inc. 500 honoree, DSG shares a prestigious pedigree with such notable companies as Intuit, Microsoft, and Oracle.

31 Aug 2009

Fitness and weight loss are the main reasons behind European runners

To honour its 60th anniversary this year, ASICS took its expertise in running to another level by conducting an unprecedented research into the mind of the runner. Executed by the research institute Synovate, ASICS' 'Reasons to Run' research asked more than 3,500 runners in seven European countries* to reveal the 'why?' behind their actions, making it the biggest study of its kind ever.

31 Aug 2009

People who drink alcohol are likely to exercise more than teetotalers

Drinkers aren't just bending their elbows: according to a new study, the more alcohol people drink, the more likely they might be to exercise.

31 Aug 2009

HHS Flu Prevention PSA contest conducted to help promote flu prevention

Help us select a winner! It’s time for the public to vote for the best video in the HHS Flu Prevention Public Service Announcement (PSA) Contest. The producer of the winning video gets a $2,500 cash award, and the winning PSA will be broadcast on national television!

30 Aug 2009

New sleep formula unveiled at USANA Health Sciences' 17th annual international convention

USANA Health Sciences, Inc. hosted thousands of independent Associates and guests from around the world this week for its 17th annual international convention in Salt Lake City.

30 Aug 2009

“Next Top Doc” quiz winner to receive the ReachMD $5000.00 Educational Scholarship

ReachMD LLC and ReachMD XM Radio 160, a leading multi-media provider of advanced healthcare education and information, teamed with Dr. Nancy Snyderman, Chief Medical Editor of NBC News, and on staff in the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Pennsylvania, to present the winner of “ReachMD’s Next Top Doc” quiz show with the ReachMD $5000.00 Educational Scholarship.

29 Aug 2009

ABAM addresses the need for treating patients with addiction issues by introducing a new certification

The American Board of Addiction Medicine (ABAM) has addressed the significant need for treatment of patient's with addiction issues through the establishment of a new certification in the field of addiction medicine. Cesar L. Benarroche, MD is among the first physicians in the United States certified by the American Board of Addiction Medicine, a new independent medical specialty board.

29 Aug 2009

Banfield Veterinary Clinical Center Student Commons dedicated in honour of the Naimoli family by WesternU

WesternU celebrated the generous contributions of the Naimoli family with the dedication of the Banfield Veterinary Clinical Center Student Commons in their honor.

29 Aug 2009

Chiropractor and nutritional educator receives Excellence in Nutritional Education award

Chiropractor and nutritional educator, Dr. Michael Dobbins, has received the Excellence in Nutritional Education award from Standard Process. The Wisconsin-based nutritional whole food supplement manufacturer presented the award during a private reception Thursday evening at Florida Chiropractic Association’s National Convention and Expo event in Orlando, Fla.

29 Aug 2009

Miscellaneous News

High-fiber cereals make progress in taste

Managing costs for clinical trials is a big challenge

Elsevier publishes second edition of Signal Transduction

Chlorella green food sourced from algae contains a wide range of essential nutrients

Study reveals that alcohol control policies are not enforced strictly in U.S.

Federal official chooses Wiley newsletter to discuss his plans for strengthening addiction treatment in community corrections

Dr. Lawrence Deyton appointed as Director of the new Center for Tobacco Products

SDBJ names A-Life Medical executive as the CFO of the Year

XerGame products to be showcased at the US Open Tennis Championships

Fernando Pisani and 24 hockey players helped raise funds and awareness about Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis

Holistic health expert highlights the benefits of regular meditatation

DSG finds place in the Inc. 500 list

Fitness and weight loss are the main reasons behind European runners

People who drink alcohol are likely to exercise more than teetotalers

HHS Flu Prevention PSA contest conducted to help promote flu prevention

New sleep formula unveiled at USANA Health Sciences' 17th annual international convention

“Next Top Doc” quiz winner to receive the ReachMD $5000.00 Educational Scholarship

ABAM addresses the need for treating patients with addiction issues by introducing a new certification

Banfield Veterinary Clinical Center Student Commons dedicated in honour of the Naimoli family by WesternU

Chiropractor and nutritional educator receives Excellence in Nutritional Education award

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