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Innovative new devices that facilitate IA treatment improve outcomes, decrease mortality rates

In the last decade, Intra-Arterial (IA) stroke therapy (a technique in which thrombolytic agents and devices are passed through the arteries directly to the clot site) has gained notable momentum as an effective and safe treatment option for patients.

28 Jul 2015

Increased awareness of fertility preservation options needed for young patients with cancer

A new study points to the need for increased awareness of fertility preservation options for young patients with cancer. Published early online in CANCER, a peer-reviewed journal of the American Cancer Society, the study found that factors such as gender, education, and insurance status may impact whether patients and their physicians have discussions and take actions to preserve fertility during cancer treatment.

28 Jul 2015

New technology enhances investigations of epigenomes

A new technology that will dramatically enhance investigations of epigenomes, the machinery that turns on and off genes and a very prominent field of study in diseases such as stem cell differentiation, inflammation and cancer, is reported on today in the research journal Nature Methods.

28 Jul 2015

Regeneron, Sanofi to jointly advance new immuno-oncology treatment options for cancer patients

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and Sanofi have entered into a new global collaboration to discover, develop and commercialize new antibody cancer treatments in the emerging field of immuno-oncology.

28 Jul 2015

Inflammation plays role in onset of delirium in older adults

Delirium is an acute state of confusion that often affects older adults following surgery or serious illness. Now a study led by researchers at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center confirms that inflammation - an immune response that develops when the body attempts to protect itself from harmful stimuli -- plays a role in the onset of delirium.

28 Jul 2015

RE.WORK Future Technology Summit to showcase breakthrough technologies in MedTech

New technology is changing the way we work and live. At the third annual RE.WORK Future Technology Summit we will showcase breakthrough technologies in Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, MedTech, 3D Printing, Smart Materials , IoT, and Wearable Technology to explore their impact on business, society and the home.

27 Jul 2015

Majority of healthcare workers in Allentown vote to be represented by Teamsters

A majority of janitorial workers working for Crothall Healthcare at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Allentown, Penn., have recently voted to be represented by Teamsters Local 773. There are 233 total employees in the group which consists of staff members assigned in the cleaning crews, room preparation and as floor technicians.

25 Jul 2015

Study reveals impact of patient navigator program on no-show rates for cervical cancer screening

Researchers at Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women's Hospital reported a 20% decline in the rate of missed appointments for cervical cancer evaluation following a Pap smear when a patient navigator program was initiated at the referral center.

25 Jul 2015

New special issue addresses hottest areas of research in cancer and metabolism

The latest Special Issue in ecancermedicalscience collects four original articles from experts in cancer and metabolism, addressing the hottest areas of research in this rapidly developing field.

25 Jul 2015

ADA celebrates 25 years of changing lives

Hailed as the Bill of Rights for individuals with disabilities, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 has fulfilled much of its promise since it went into effect 25 years ago, according to a survey of disability leaders, released on July 23 in Washington, D.C. But the findings also reveal ongoing and emerging challenges and areas of opportunity.

25 Jul 2015

Biopharmaceutical companies still trying to find the best ways to measure effectiveness of CAPA processes

A well-defined CAPA system is essential for any biopharmaceutical company to drive quality improvements across the organization. Hence, it is imperative for biopharmaceutical organizations to measure the effectiveness of their CAPA processes to identify potential areas of improvement in their quality function.

25 Jul 2015

New benchmarking study reveals current corporate library services within biopharmaceutical industry

Corporate libraries and information centers are under increasing pressure in today's environment of shrinking business resources. To meet those pressures, libraries and information centers need to demonstrate their value to their organization. That means library leaders need to know whether their activities are cost effective and whether they are spending in the areas that have the greatest impact for their customers.

25 Jul 2015

Genesis files shelf registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

Genesis HealthCare, one of the nation's largest providers of post-acute care, today announced that it has filed a shelf registration statement on Form S-3 with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission.

25 Jul 2015

Trends, R&D progress, and predicted revenues in RNAi therapies

When will RNAi therapies reach the market? Visiongain's brand new report shows you potential revenues to 2025, assessing data, trends, opportunities and prospects there.

25 Jul 2015

Houston Abilities Expo to take place on July 31-August 2 at NRG Center

Thousands of people with disabilities, their families, caregivers, seniors, wounded veterans and healthcare professionals are expected to attend Abilities Expo on July 31-August 2, 2015 at NRG Center (formerly Reliant Center), Hall E. Admission is free and show hours will be Friday 11 am to 5 pm, Saturday 11 am to 5 pm and Sunday 11 am to 4 pm.

25 Jul 2015

Abbott, BMW BERLIN-MARATHON partner to celebrate the power of health

The organizers of the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON today proudly announced a new partnership with the global healthcare company Abbott, which became an Official Sponsor of the 2015 BMW BERLIN-MARATHON, one of six iconic races in the Abbott World Marathon Majors series.

25 Jul 2015

Reduced pain, disability predict satisfaction after spine surgery

Patient satisfaction ratings after surgery for spinal degenerative disease—especially in terms of reduced pain and disability—are a good indicator of the procedure's effectiveness, reports a study in the August issue of Neurosurgery, official journal of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons.

25 Jul 2015

Novartis announces FDA approval of Odomzo (sonidegib) 200 mg capsules for treatment of laBCC patients

Novartis today announced the US Food and Drug Administration has approved Odomzo (sonidegib, formerly LDE225) 200 mg capsules for the treatment of adult patients with locally advanced basal cell carcinoma (laBCC) that has recurred following surgery or radiation therapy, or those who are not candidates for surgery or radiation therapy.

25 Jul 2015

Texas Institute for Surgery receives five-star rating for patient satisfaction

Texas Institute for Surgery at Texas Health Presbyterian Dallas received the maximum grade of five stars in a rating of patients' experience of care of more than 3,500 hospitals that is posted on a federal government website.

25 Jul 2015

FDA approves Praluent (alirocumab) Injection for treatment of patients with high LDL cholesterol

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and Sanofi today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Praluent (alirocumab) Injection, the first FDA-approved treatment in a new class of drugs known as PCSK9 (proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 9) inhibitors.

25 Jul 2015

Healthcare News and Research

Latest Healthcare News and Research

Innovative new devices that facilitate IA treatment improve outcomes, decrease mortality rates

Increased awareness of fertility preservation options needed for young patients with cancer

New technology enhances investigations of epigenomes

Regeneron, Sanofi to jointly advance new immuno-oncology treatment options for cancer patients

Inflammation plays role in onset of delirium in older adults

RE.WORK Future Technology Summit to showcase breakthrough technologies in MedTech

Majority of healthcare workers in Allentown vote to be represented by Teamsters

Study reveals impact of patient navigator program on no-show rates for cervical cancer screening

New special issue addresses hottest areas of research in cancer and metabolism

ADA celebrates 25 years of changing lives

Biopharmaceutical companies still trying to find the best ways to measure effectiveness of CAPA processes

New benchmarking study reveals current corporate library services within biopharmaceutical industry

Genesis files shelf registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

Trends, R&D progress, and predicted revenues in RNAi therapies

Houston Abilities Expo to take place on July 31-August 2 at NRG Center

Abbott, BMW BERLIN-MARATHON partner to celebrate the power of health

Reduced pain, disability predict satisfaction after spine surgery

Novartis announces FDA approval of Odomzo (sonidegib) 200 mg capsules for treatment of laBCC patients

Texas Institute for Surgery receives five-star rating for patient satisfaction

FDA approves Praluent (alirocumab) Injection for treatment of patients with high LDL cholesterol

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