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New analytic method suggests tumors grow in punctuated, staccato-like bursts

A new method of analyzing cancerous tumors developed by scientists at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory suggests that tumors may not evolve gradually, but rather in punctuated or staccato-like bursts.

14 Mar 2011

Novel biomarkers may aid in diagnosis and management of asthma, COPD

Four novel biomarkers have been identified which may aid in the diagnosis and management of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, according to a study conducted by researchers in Australia, who determined the biomarkers may be used in different combinations to successfully identify patients with either of the airway diseases.

14 Mar 2011

Test that measures destruction of lung air sacs, could help prevent progression of emphysema

During a regular annual physical exam, blood is usually drawn to check the health of a person's heart, kidneys and liver. Now, researchers at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center say a blood test that detects the early development of emphysema -- well before symptoms occur -- may someday also be offered.

12 Mar 2011

Provepharm receives favorable EMA Review of its methylthioninium chloride Proveblue

Provepharm, a start-up specialized in the development of pharmaceutical applications, announces today that, following a one-year centralized review procedure, the European Medicines Agency’s Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CMPH) issued a favorable assessment of its methylthioninium chloride Proveblue on 17 February.

12 Mar 2011

Alzheimer's vaccine - First evidence for efficacy

AFFiRiS' Alzheimer's vaccine candidate AD02 showed indicative evidence for potential efficacy in a phase I clinical trial. This was demonstrated by the analysis of the data from secondary clinical study endpoints.

12 Mar 2011

Number of cancer survivors rise: CDC report

Latest figures show that many Americans are surviving cancer. In fact, 40 percent of cancer survivors have outlived their diagnoses by 10 years or more.

12 Mar 2011

Coffee reduces stroke risk: Study

A new study involving nearly 35,000 women published Thursday in Stroke: Journal of the American Heart Association suggests that drinking coffee may lower the risk of stroke.

12 Mar 2011

New drug for Lupus approved

A new drug for lupus has won U.S. approval. The drug, Benlysta from Human Genome Sciences Inc., is administered once a month intravenously.

12 Mar 2011

Acupuncture for menopausal hot flashes: Study

According to a new study, women who suffer from hot flashes and other uncomfortable symptoms of menopause may be able to find relief through acupuncture. These symptoms plague menopausal women and usual therapy for it is hormone replacement therapy but that has its own problems including an increased risk of coronary heart disease, stroke and breast cancer.

12 Mar 2011

Flu pandemics may return & mutating strains: Studies

Scientists have warned that we have not seen the end of H1N1 swine flu that swept the globe in 2009/10. The strain of the virus could easily morph into a more transmissible form, while an older, mid-20th century virus could also come roaring back they say. Asian influenza, a H2N2 strain, first appeared in 1957 and killed one to four million people despite a major vaccination campaign. Studies have shown that most people today aged 50 or older retain some immunity to the virus, which continues to circulate in birds and swine. But the younger are more vulnerable they warn.

12 Mar 2011

Red Cross responds to the worst earthquake in Japan's history

The Red Cross is responding to a powerful 8.9 magnitude earthquake that struck Japan overnight. The earthquake, the worst in Japan's history, has triggered a tsunami warning across 20 countries along the Pacific coast.

11 Mar 2011

Depression: Get a second opinion, 69% of initial diagnoses are incorrect

As he struggled for decades with a depression that often left him despondent, Eric Wilson never thought to get a second opinion.

11 Mar 2011

Premier endorses GHX Procurement Suite

The Premier healthcare alliance and GHX are partnering to help Premier alliance members gain better control over the purchase of medical-surgical supplies that are not in their item master or on contract, and to automate their accounts payable processes.

11 Mar 2011

Food for healthy teeth and gums

For years, dentists have told patients to avoid foods that can harm their oral health. However, researchers are also looking at how including beneficial foods and beverages can improve your teeth and gums. Experts from Western Dental Services, Inc., suggest including the following foods in your diet to help maintain your smile's health and beauty.

11 Mar 2011

UnitedHealth Group ranked No. 1 on FORTUNE's 2011 'World's Most Admired Companies'

Diversified health and well-being company UnitedHealth Group earned the top overall ranking among insurance and managed care companies in FORTUNE's 2011 "World's Most Admired Companies" list, featured in the magazine's March 21 issue.

11 Mar 2011

Otelixizumab Phase 3 DEFEND-1 study in new-onset autoimmune type 1 diabetes does not meet primary endpoint

Tolerx, Inc. and GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) today announced that the Phase 3 DEFEND-1 study of otelixizumab, an investigational humanized anti-CD3 monoclonal antibody, did not meet the primary efficacy endpoint of change in C-peptide at month 12 in patients with new-onset autoimmune type 1 diabetes.

11 Mar 2011

Viewpoints: Health law's individual mandate, fighting the deficit by pinching health care pennies

Like anyone who writes regularly about what passes for economic and fiscal debate in American politics, I've developed a strong tolerance for nonsense. After all, if I got upset every time powerful people were illogical and/or dishonest, I'd spend every waking hour in a state of raging despair. ... if you're serious about deficits, you shouldn't be pinching pennies now; you should be looking for ways to rein in health spending over the long term.

11 Mar 2011

Testosterone associated with dominant behavior and competitive success in attracting women

Theories have long proposed that testosterone influences competition among males trying to attract females. Findings from a recent study at Wayne State University give a clearer understanding of the links between testosterone and human mating behavior, and how testosterone is associated with dominance and competitive success when men battle for the attention of an attractive woman.

11 Mar 2011

Roundup: Poll finds satisfaction with Mass. health coverage; Kan. Gov. seeks Medicaid block grant

The first survey of consumers who receive subsidized health insurance through the state's Health Connector shows most give it high marks, according to results released yesterday by the Connector Authority. Eighty-six percent of those surveyed said they were pleased with the range of services covered and the quality of care available, and 82 percent had similar feelings about their choice of doctors.

11 Mar 2011

Extra intake of iron may not benefit pregnant women, except when anemic

Although universal prenatal supplementation with iron is recommended, an extra intake of iron does not noticeably benefit pregnant women, except when they are anemic. This was observed by researchers of the Institute of Tropical Medicine Antwerp and colleagues who followed more than a thousand pregnant women in Burkina Faso.

11 Mar 2011

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New analytic method suggests tumors grow in punctuated, staccato-like bursts

Novel biomarkers may aid in diagnosis and management of asthma, COPD

Test that measures destruction of lung air sacs, could help prevent progression of emphysema

Provepharm receives favorable EMA Review of its methylthioninium chloride Proveblue

Alzheimer's vaccine - First evidence for efficacy

Number of cancer survivors rise: CDC report

Coffee reduces stroke risk: Study

New drug for Lupus approved

Acupuncture for menopausal hot flashes: Study

Flu pandemics may return & mutating strains: Studies

Red Cross responds to the worst earthquake in Japan's history

Depression: Get a second opinion, 69% of initial diagnoses are incorrect

Premier endorses GHX Procurement Suite

Food for healthy teeth and gums

UnitedHealth Group ranked No. 1 on FORTUNE's 2011 'World's Most Admired Companies'

Otelixizumab Phase 3 DEFEND-1 study in new-onset autoimmune type 1 diabetes does not meet primary endpoint

Viewpoints: Health law's individual mandate, fighting the deficit by pinching health care pennies

Testosterone associated with dominant behavior and competitive success in attracting women

Roundup: Poll finds satisfaction with Mass. health coverage; Kan. Gov. seeks Medicaid block grant

Extra intake of iron may not benefit pregnant women, except when anemic

Advancing brain microphysiological systems (bMPS)

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