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Antidepressants may increase heart attack or stroke risk in men: Study

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3 Apr 2011

Stem Cell Action Coalition issues urgent appeal to Minnesota Governor for SCNT research

The Stem Cell Action Coalition issued an urgent appeal to Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton to veto any legislation that contains any impediment to lawful embryonic stem cell research in the state.

2 Apr 2011

Prevalence of NAFLD in US expected to increase by 50% in 2030: Study

According to new data presented today at the International Liver CongressTM, the United States could soon be faced with an epidemic of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, one of the major contributing factors of chronic liver disease, considered as one of the major causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide.

2 Apr 2011

Hispanic population health issues portend challenges for health care system

The Hispanic population boom recorded in last week's census data portends huge challenges for a health care system that has struggled to meet that community's needs.

2 Apr 2011

Diabetes testing among poor adults plunged 23% in 2007: AHRQ

The proportion of poor adults age 40 and over with diabetes who had their blood sugar, eyes and feet examined at least once a year dropped from 39 percent to 23 percent between 2002 and 2007, according to the latest News and Numbers from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality.

2 Apr 2011

Latest scientific discoveries in children's health to be presented at PAS annual meeting

The latest scientific discoveries in children's health will be presented in Denver April 30-May 3, as part of the annual meeting of the Pediatric Academic Societies. This year's gathering is a joint meeting with the Asian Society for Pediatric Research, and more than 6,500 leaders in academic pediatrics from around the world are expected to attend the meeting at the Colorado Convention Center.

2 Apr 2011

DDF develops online calendar of events to raise awareness about diabetes

One of every three people in the United States either has diabetes or is at risk for developing the disease. This generation of children is on the fast track to live shorter, less healthy lives than their parents.

2 Apr 2011

Nipro Diagnostics recognized with SFMA Manufacturer of the Year Award

Nipro Diagnostics, Inc., a leading manufacturer and marketer of diabetes monitoring and management products, has been named the South Florida Manufacturer of the Year, in the 200+ employee category, by the South Florida Manufacturers Association.

2 Apr 2011

Lilly's Axiron testosterone replacement therapy now available in US pharmacies

Eli Lilly and Company announced today that Axiron® (testosterone) topical solution is available in pharmacies throughout the United States. Axiron is a prescription medicine used to treat adult males that have low or no testosterone. Safety and efficacy of Axiron in males younger than 18 years of age have not been established.

1 Apr 2011

Pediatrician suggests tips to combat allergic symptoms

One of the problems that parents may have during the springtime is deciphering whether their children's sneezing is due to a cold or allergies.

1 Apr 2011

Rx Partnership receives Amerigroup grant to provide Virginians with medication access

The Amerigroup Foundation today announced that it has provided a grant of $10,000 to the Rx Partnership in Richmond, Virginia. The grant will be used to support increased access to medications in four free clinics in Virginia.

1 Apr 2011

Research roundup: Patient's income and electronic health records; high deductible plans; raising Medicare age

Healthcare Spending And Preventive Care In High-Deductible And Consumer-Directed Health Plans - Authors analyzed data from more than 800,000 families insured during 2004 and 2005 through one of 53 large employers in U.S., about half offering the high-deductible or consumer-directed plans.

1 Apr 2011

New research: 'Good cholesterol' can act as special delivery vehicle for cancer destruction

High-density lipoprotein's hauls excess cholesterol to the liver for disposal, but new research suggests "good cholesterol" can also act as a special delivery vehicle of destruction for cancer.

1 Apr 2011

Lance Sandwich Crackers to support JDRF's Walk to Cure Diabetes

Lance Sandwich Crackers is partnering with the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation to support the organization's efforts to find better treatments and a cure for type 1 diabetes.

1 Apr 2011

Insulin could play a new role in fighting Alzheimer's disease: Research

A low dose of insulin has been found to suppress the expression in the blood of four precursor proteins involved in the pathogenesis of Alzheimer's disease, according to new clinical research by University at Buffalo endocrinologists. The research, published in March online in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, suggests that insulin could have a powerful, new role to play in fighting Alzheimer's disease.

1 Apr 2011

AngioScore launches AngioSculpt PTA Scoring Balloon Catheters for treatment of PAD

AngioScore, Inc., a developer of novel angioplasty catheters for use in the treatment of cardiovascular disease, today announced the launch of new, longer AngioSculpt PTA Scoring Balloon Catheters for the treatment of peripheral artery disease.

1 Apr 2011

New CMS reimbursement system for ESRD may place cost constraints on clinics

According to Millennium Research Group, the global authority on medical technology market intelligence, the new reimbursement system from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services for end stage renal disease will have a mixed but mostly negative effect on the market for ESRD treatment devices.

1 Apr 2011

NIH combats obesity epidemic with new strategic research plan

To combat the obesity epidemic, the National Institutes of Health is encouraging diverse scientific investigations through a new Strategic Plan for NIH Obesity Research.

1 Apr 2011

Maple syrup contains a range of antioxidant compounds not found in other sweeteners

There's more good news about pure maple syrup from the University of Rhode Island (URI). Researchers there have now identified 54 compounds in maple syrup from Canada, double the amount previously reported, and many with antioxidant activity and potential health benefits. In laboratory studies, they acted as anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory agents. Initial studies also suggest that maple compounds may inhibit enzymes relevant in Type 2 diabetes management.

1 Apr 2011

NIH-funded program to focus on obesity complications in low-income mothers

A Michigan State University nursing researcher has been awarded $3.3 million to help low-income mothers who are overweight or obese improve their health by eating well, being active and dealing with stress.

1 Apr 2011

Endocrinology News and Research

Latest Endocrinology News and Research

Antidepressants may increase heart attack or stroke risk in men: Study

Stem Cell Action Coalition issues urgent appeal to Minnesota Governor for SCNT research

Prevalence of NAFLD in US expected to increase by 50% in 2030: Study

Hispanic population health issues portend challenges for health care system

Diabetes testing among poor adults plunged 23% in 2007: AHRQ

Latest scientific discoveries in children's health to be presented at PAS annual meeting

DDF develops online calendar of events to raise awareness about diabetes

Nipro Diagnostics recognized with SFMA Manufacturer of the Year Award

Lilly's Axiron testosterone replacement therapy now available in US pharmacies

Pediatrician suggests tips to combat allergic symptoms

Rx Partnership receives Amerigroup grant to provide Virginians with medication access

Research roundup: Patient's income and electronic health records; high deductible plans; raising Medicare age

New research: 'Good cholesterol' can act as special delivery vehicle for cancer destruction

Lance Sandwich Crackers to support JDRF's Walk to Cure Diabetes

Insulin could play a new role in fighting Alzheimer's disease: Research

AngioScore launches AngioSculpt PTA Scoring Balloon Catheters for treatment of PAD

New CMS reimbursement system for ESRD may place cost constraints on clinics

NIH combats obesity epidemic with new strategic research plan

Maple syrup contains a range of antioxidant compounds not found in other sweeteners

NIH-funded program to focus on obesity complications in low-income mothers

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