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NCC, BD to implement cervical cancer early detection program for underserved women in Peru

The National Cancer Coalition and BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company), a leading global medical technology company, are pleased to announce the implementation of a cervical cancer early detection program to benefit 75,000 underserved women in Peru. With a goal to reduce the high cervical cancer mortality levels in the mountainous region surrounding Cusco, this extensive three-year program is set to conduct liquid-based cytology exams utilizing the BD SurePath™ Liquid-based Pap Test System.

From BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) 5 Feb 2011

Discussions in progress for implementing Medisafe 1 Technology's device in Israel Blood Banks

Medisafe 1 Technologies Corp., a developer of patented technologies that physically prevent unauthorized administration of prescription medications, announced today a significant progress on the discussions to implement the company's safety pre-matching locking device technology for blood transfusion vials with Israel's national Emergency Medical Services Provider who oversee the entire Nation's Blood Banks.

5 Feb 2011

Proper skin care, cosmetics can improve skin of acne and rosacea patients

Patients with acne and rosacea are often confused about selecting appropriate skin care products, cosmeceuticals and cosmetics to add into their daily routine. While they want to continue to see results with the treatment regimen from their dermatologist, they also want to be comfortable using products that address other skin issues, such as wrinkles or that protect their skin, such as sunscreens.

5 Feb 2011

Phase II results of VELCADE in patients with aggressive lymphoma published in Journal of Clinical Oncology

Millennium: The Takeda Oncology Company today announced that Phase II results of a clinical trial examining VELCADE (bortezomib) in patients with previously untreated aggressive lymphoma were published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology.

5 Feb 2011

Study: Air at petrol stations, immediate surroundings are affected by emissions from vehicle fuels

In Spain it is relatively common to come across petrol stations surrounded by houses, particularly in urban areas. Researchers from the University of Murcia have studied the effects of contamination at petrol stations that is potentially harmful to health, which can be noted in buildings less than 100 metres from the service stations.

5 Feb 2011

Tips for women to ensure a healthy heart and a healthy vacation

Henrico County based Mondial Assistance, the largest travel insurance provider in the world, and the American Heart Association's (AHA) Mid-Atlantic chapter are teaming up for the 2011 Go Red for Women campaign and as part of the effort are offering these tips for women to ensure a healthy heart and a healthy vacation in 2011. Mondial Assistance is a "Healthy Lifestyle" Partner for this year's campaign.

5 Feb 2011

Canisius College professor explains long-term benefits of leisure

According to leisure expert Dr. E. Christine Moll, "play" is as important to a person's health as keeping cholesterol levels in check and getting regular exercise. Moll, a professional counselor and professor of counseling and human services at Canisius College in Buffalo, NY, explains that leisure is like medicine.

5 Feb 2011

New data on CYTOMIMIC Technology's potential to stimulate tissue repair featured at 69th AAD

Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc. today announced that its award-winning, breakthrough CYTOMIMIC™ Technology will be featured in a scientific poster at the 69th Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), February 4-8, 2011, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, LA.

5 Feb 2011

NOCSAE warns athletes and parents not to rely solely on marketing, promotional materials

The National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment issued a warning to athletes and parents of athletes to get the facts about football helmets and concussion protection – and not rely solely on marketing and promotional materials.

5 Feb 2011

Immunomedics reports net loss of $3.4M in total revenues for second quarter 2011

Immunomedics, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company primarily focused on the development of monoclonal antibody-based products for the targeted treatment of cancer, autoimmune and other serious diseases, today reported financial results for the second quarter ended December 31, 2010.

5 Feb 2011

EpiCareSRT, Sensus Healthcare aim for mobile non-surgical skin cancer treatment service

EpiCareSRT announced today it has entered into a strategic partnership with Sensus Healthcare to take new aim at skin cancer by providing the first mobile service to bring low-dose superficial radiation therapy directly to the point-of-care in dermatology offices.

5 Feb 2011

HHS releases first-ever list of health care's most wanted fugitives

They may have cost federal taxpayers $124 million in fraud but don't expect a reward for turning them in.

5 Feb 2011

HCR to pay off existing term loan and revolving credit facilities

HCR ManorCare, Inc. has announced its intention to refinance its term loan and revolving credit facilities. The new term loan is for $400 million, and the revolving credit agreement is for $150 million.

5 Feb 2011

New community for women survivors of gender violence opened in Bukavu, DRC

V-Day and the Fondation Panzi (DRC), with support from UNICEF, announce today the opening of City of Joy, a revolutionary new community for women survivors of gender violence in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo.

5 Feb 2011

Lotus adds two additional stories to new Beijing headquarters building

Lotus Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a fast-growing, profitable developer, manufacturer and seller of medicine and drugs in the People's Republic of China ("PRC"), today announced that it will add two additional stories to its new headquarters building in Chaoyang District, Beijing, which is currently under construction and is scheduled to be completed in the second quarter of 2011.

5 Feb 2011

Researchers describe the complete genome of Daphnia

From an environmental perspective, Daphnia pulex -- the waterflea - is the best-studied organism on the planet. Scientists know how this species responds to pollution, predators, day and night, making it an important model for ecological and evolutionary research. Its genome, however, remained elusive, limiting understanding of how the environment and genes interact.

5 Feb 2011

WCRF: Healthy lifestyle can reduce risk of common cancers

On World Cancer Day, new independent evidence confirms that the increasing global trend of unhealthy and sedentary lifestyles is responsible for putting millions at an unnecessarily high risk of cancer.

5 Feb 2011

BCBSIL, IHA partner to reduce Illinois hospital readmissions through PREP initiative

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois and the Illinois Hospital Association are joining forces to reduce Illinois hospital readmissions through a new quality initiative—Preventing Readmissions through Effective Partnerships.

5 Feb 2011

AIDS United awards new grants to improve lives of people with HIV/AIDS

Thousands of individuals living with HIV/AIDS in low-income and/or rural areas will now receive local, high quality care, thanks to new grants awarded by AIDS United for its Access to Care initiative.

5 Feb 2011

NYSE Amex accepts Palatin's exchange listing compliance plan

Palatin Technologies, Inc. reported that its exchange listing compliance plan has been accepted by the NYSE Amex. Palatin has been granted an extension until May 26, 2011 to regain compliance with stockholders' equity requirements under Section 1003(a)(iii) of the NYSE Amex Company Guide and until February 28, 2011 to regain compliance with financial condition continued listing requirements under Section 1003(a)(iv).

5 Feb 2011

Medical News

NCC, BD to implement cervical cancer early detection program for underserved women in Peru

Discussions in progress for implementing Medisafe 1 Technology's device in Israel Blood Banks

Proper skin care, cosmetics can improve skin of acne and rosacea patients

Phase II results of VELCADE in patients with aggressive lymphoma published in Journal of Clinical Oncology

Study: Air at petrol stations, immediate surroundings are affected by emissions from vehicle fuels

Tips for women to ensure a healthy heart and a healthy vacation

Canisius College professor explains long-term benefits of leisure

New data on CYTOMIMIC Technology's potential to stimulate tissue repair featured at 69th AAD

NOCSAE warns athletes and parents not to rely solely on marketing, promotional materials

Immunomedics reports net loss of $3.4M in total revenues for second quarter 2011

EpiCareSRT, Sensus Healthcare aim for mobile non-surgical skin cancer treatment service

HHS releases first-ever list of health care's most wanted fugitives

HCR to pay off existing term loan and revolving credit facilities

New community for women survivors of gender violence opened in Bukavu, DRC

Lotus adds two additional stories to new Beijing headquarters building

Researchers describe the complete genome of Daphnia

WCRF: Healthy lifestyle can reduce risk of common cancers

BCBSIL, IHA partner to reduce Illinois hospital readmissions through PREP initiative

AIDS United awards new grants to improve lives of people with HIV/AIDS

NYSE Amex accepts Palatin's exchange listing compliance plan

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