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Archimedes, FDA collaborate to develop computer model of clinical trials evaluating weight loss medications

Archimedes Inc., a healthcare modeling company, announced today that it has entered into a Research Collaboration Agreement with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to develop a computer model of clinical trials evaluating weight loss medications. The model will be used to obtain a better understanding of the benefits of weight loss against the long-term risks of cardiovascular outcomes in patients treated with weight loss drugs.

20 Jan 2011

FDA provides tentative approval under PEPFAR for Matrix's Lamivudine and Zidovudine NDA

Mylan Inc. today announced that its subsidiary Matrix Laboratories Limited has received tentative approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) under the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) for its New Drug Application (NDA) for Lamivudine and Zidovudine Tablets, 30 mg/60 mg.

20 Jan 2011

First Edition: January 20, 2011

Today's headlines feature reports about yesterday's House vote to repeal the health overhaul and about the GOP's next steps in its effort to undo the sweeping law.

20 Jan 2011

American Lung Association releases 2010 State of Tobacco Control Report

The American Lung Association released its State of Tobacco Control 2010 report today, which tracks progress on key tobacco control policies at the federal and state level, assigning grades based on whether laws are adequately protecting citizens from the enormous burden caused by tobacco use.

20 Jan 2011

HIV-infected patients three times more likely to suffer strokes

While the overall hospitalization rate for stroke has declined in recent years, the numbers have jumped dramatically for patients infected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), suggesting they may be up to three times more likely to suffer a stroke than people uninfected by the virus that causes AIDS.

20 Jan 2011

CHI responds to FDA recommendations for 510(k) regulatory review process

California Healthcare Institute today released a statement in response to new U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommendations that could transform the 510(k) regulatory review process for new medical devices, greatly affecting innovation and public health in California.

20 Jan 2011

ETPN, Nanobiotix introduce Nanomed TV to provide information on Nanomedicine

Nanomed TV www.dailymotion.com/nanomedTV foresees to become the main hub for Nanomedicine thanks to its initiators, two major European players in nanomedicine: the European Technology Platform on Nanomedicine and Nanobiotix.

20 Jan 2011

Precedent Health announces formal launch

Precedent Health, Inc., a healthcare company focused on aligning physicians, hospitals and payers by building innovative provider networks, today announced the formal launch of the company. Funding was provided by Heritage Group, LLC, TEXO Ventures, LLC and members of the founding executive team. The company will have its headquarters in Nashville, TN along with a satellite office in Austin, TX.

20 Jan 2011

Reducing generic prices will not result in pharmacy shortages: Study

A University of British Columbia study shows that there are enough pharmacies situated throughout Ontario communities to absorb many closures without negatively affecting geographical accessibility for residents. The research suggests concerns that reducing generic pricing could result in pharmacy shortages are unfounded.

20 Jan 2011

BI refuses to offer increased access to AIDS drugs for low-income Americans

AHF issued the following: Despite a growing national AIDS drug crisis, pharmaceutical giant Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, has steadfastly refused to offer increased access to its lifesaving AIDS drugs or to respond in any way to repeated requests by AIDS Healthcare Foundation, the largest global AIDS organization, to do its part in creating a solution.

20 Jan 2011

Party, policy leaders take key positions in fight over health overhaul's future

In a battle that has near- and long-term implications, party leaders flex their muscles. Meanwhile, centrists launch a new program to advance the development of state exchanges.

20 Jan 2011

Bluechiip, STMicroelectronics enter partnership to manufacture unique MEMS-based tracking tags

STMicroelectronics, the leading supplier of MEMS devices for consumer and portable applications, and Bluechiip Limited, an innovative early-stage company that has developed a groundbreaking tracking solution, today announced that the two companies are to cooperate in the manufacturing of unique MEMS-based tracking tags, aimed at a range of different markets, but initially in healthcare, such as biobanks.

20 Jan 2011

Covidien launches Puritan Bennett 520 ventilator in Europe

Covidien, a leading global provider of healthcare products and recognized innovator in mechanical ventilation and respiratory care devices, today announced that the Puritan Bennett™ 520 ventilator is now available in the European Union.

20 Jan 2011

Supreme Court to hear arguments over Medicaid payments

At issue is whether California and other financially challenged states have the leeway to reduce Medicaid payments to doctors, hospitals and other medical providers.

20 Jan 2011

Reform, repeal, replace ... looking behind the numbers and arguments

News outlets offer insights — and fact-checking — about the arguments surrounding the GOP effort to undo the health overhaul.

20 Jan 2011

Medicom, Wolters Kluwer enter joint venture to deliver clinical decision support to doctors in China

Wolters Kluwer Health today announced a joint venture with leading China drug information provider Medicom to deliver clinical decision support to doctors in China as the country prepares for significant changes to its healthcare system.

20 Jan 2011

Polls offer mixed views of Americans' views on health law, repeal

Varying polls offer slightly different takes on where the American public stands regarding the health overhaul, its impact on the economy and whether it should be undone. Democrats are stepping up to try to sway these opinions. Meanwhile, a vocal physician organization has stepped into the fray in opposition of the overhaul.

20 Jan 2011

Autism Speaks Autism Treatment Network adds 17 sites in Canada and the U.S

Autism Speaks and Autism Speaks Canada who together form North America's largest autism science and advocacy organization, is pleased to announce the expansion of its Autism Treatment Network to include 17 leading children's hospitals and academic medical centers in the Canada and the U.S.

20 Jan 2011

6 states join multi-state legal challenge against health law

The new tally in the lawsuit, led by the state of Florida, is 26.

20 Jan 2011

House to vote today on health law repeal

In the GOP-led effort to repeal the health overhaul, the dynamics of the health reform debate return to center stage. This time, in what is viewed as a symbolic effort in the lower chamber, many reports indicate the tone was collegial.

20 Jan 2011