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Study measures effects of high-fat maternal diet on the cognitive functioning of offspring

New research suggests that a high-fat maternal diet during pregnancy and while breastfeeding could have significant and lasting detrimental effects on the brain function and behavior of children.

5 Nov 2014

Dr. Grace Campbell receives RNF Fellow Research Grant Award

The Rehabilitation Nursing Foundation (RNF) presents Dr. Grace Campbell, PhD BSN RN CRRN MSW, with the RNF Fellow Research Grant Award. RNF offers $30,000 in the form of multiple grants for research projects that address the clinical practice, educational or administrative dimensions of rehabilitation nursing. Dr. Campbell received her award at the ARN 40th Annual Educational Conference, October 29 - November 1, 2014 in Anaheim, CA.

5 Nov 2014

Study reveals outcomes of cosmetic surgery between older patients and younger ones

Senior citizens are at no higher risk for complications from cosmetic surgery than younger patients, according to a recent study by plastic surgeons at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

5 Nov 2014

Top 5 things to talk about in end-of-life discussions with hospitalized patients, their families

A study led by a McMaster University researcher has identified the top five things health care teams should discuss with hospitalized patients and their families at the end of life, but the research also found gaps between what patients would like and the care they receive.

5 Nov 2014

ProstaCaid dietary supplement supports prostate health

A recent presentation at an international cancer research conference in Greece reviewed the body of data on ProstaCaid, a dietary supplement compound for prostate health. A number of published studies demonstrate the formula's effects in supporting prostate health against specific prostate cancer cell lines and prostate urinary symptoms.

5 Nov 2014

UT Arlington professor uses tissue-engineered artificial lymph nodes to draw prostate cancer cells

A UT Arlington bioengineering professor is using tissue-engineered artificial lymph nodes to attract prostate cancer cells to better target and eradicate the disease.

5 Nov 2014

Dietary supplement KoACT is superior to calcium, vitamin D for bone health, study reveals

A new study by a Florida State University researcher reveals that a new dietary supplement is superior to calcium and vitamin D when it comes to bone health.

5 Nov 2014

UC Riverside wins GCE grant to explore 'inciting healthy behaviors' using simple cell phone game

The University of California, Riverside announced today that it is a Grand Challenges Explorations winner, an initiative funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Eamonn Keogh, a professor of computer science in the Bourns College of Engineering, will pursue an innovative global health and development research project, titled, "Inciting Healthy Behaviors: Nudging using Prompt-Execute-Gauge, a Human Computation Game."

5 Nov 2014

Ranbaxy obtains FDA approval to manufacture, market Fenofibrate Capsules USP, 43 mg and 130 mg

Ranbaxy Laboratories Limited announced today that the Company has received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to manufacture and market Fenofibrate Capsules USP, 43 mg and 130 mg. The Office of Generic Drugs, U.S. Food and Drug Administration, has determined the Ranbaxy formulations to be bioequivalent and have the same therapeutic effect as that of the reference listed drug Antara Capsules, 43 and 130 mg, respectively, of Lupin Atlantis.

5 Nov 2014

Light-activated diabetes drug: an interview with Dr David Hodson

We've known about chemicals that can be light-activated for about five to ten years now. They’ve mainly all been applied to neurons and, more specifically, the retina. Nobody has ever really looked at any tissues outside of the nervous system.

5 Nov 2014

New studies offer hope for breast cancer survivors struggling with cancer-related pain, swelling

Two new studies from the Abramson Cancer Center and the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania offer hope for breast cancer survivors struggling with cancer-related pain and swelling, and point to ways to enhance muscular strength and body image.

5 Nov 2014

Non-injectable vaccine may provide long-term protection against deadly Ebola virus

A potentially breathable, respiratory vaccine in development has been shown to provide long-term protection for non-human primates against the deadly Ebola virus, as reported this week in the online edition of the journal Molecular Pharmaceutics.

5 Nov 2014

New device facilitates diagnosis of prostate cancer

Distinguishing between benign and malignant prostate tissue is difficult. A new device facilitates the diagnosis for doctors: Through a visual analysis, they can reliably determine if they are dealing with carcinoma within a minute-and-a-half. Fraunhofer researchers will be presenting the prototype at the COMPAMED trade fair in Düsseldorf from November 12th to 14th.

5 Nov 2014

Modern bariatric surgery can cut medications in obesity patients

Patients with obesity take significantly fewer medications after weight-loss surgery than their non-surgical counterparts, and end up spending 22.4 percent less on drugs for diabetes and heart disease after four years, according to new research.

5 Nov 2014

HemoCue WBC Analyzers now used in US hospitals for handling suspected Ebola patients

HemoCue America, a leader in advanced point-of-care testing (POCT) systems, today announced delivery of HemoCue White Blood Cell (WBC) Analyzers to a number of US hospitals. The WBC Analyzers are a part of emergency preparedness plans for handling of suspected Ebola patients.

5 Nov 2014

BioElectronics to present innovative chronic pain therapy at OTC Pharma Asia Conference

BioElectronics Corporation, the maker of advanced consumer and healthcare medical devices announced today that its Executive Vice President, Dr. Deepak Kotak has been invited to present BioElectronics' innovative chronic pain therapy at the OTC Pharma Asia Conference, on Tuesday, March 3, 2015 in Singapore.

5 Nov 2014

New mobile wireless system for monitoring elderly people at homes

Fraunhofer FIT demonstrates a mobile wireless system that monitors the health of elderly people in their own homes, using miniature sensors. Besides non-invasive sensors this platform integrates technology to take a blood sample and to determine specific markers in the patient's blood.

5 Nov 2014

Novo Nordisk announces re-launch of online patient support platform for people with diabetes

Novo Nordisk, a world leader in diabetes care, today announced the re-launch of Cornerstones4Care, an award-winning online patient support platform for people living with diabetes.

From Novo Nordisk 5 Nov 2014

Bluebeards Original joins with Lung Cancer Alliance to raise awareness about lung cancer

Bluebeards Original is pleased to announce that it has joined with the Lung Cancer Alliance in the month of November to help raise awareness about lung cancer and lung cancer screening. Throughout the month of November, Bluebeards Original will donate 5% of every purchase made on bluebeardsoriginal.com, while promoting lung cancer awareness on its site and through social media.

5 Nov 2014

Mylan announces U.S. launch of generic Loestrin 24 Fe

Mylan Inc. today announced the U.S. launch of its Norethindrone Acetate and Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets USP, 1 mg/0.02 mg and Ferrous Fumarate, which is the generic version of Warner Chilcott's Loestrin 24 Fe.

5 Nov 2014

Medical News

Study measures effects of high-fat maternal diet on the cognitive functioning of offspring

Dr. Grace Campbell receives RNF Fellow Research Grant Award

Study reveals outcomes of cosmetic surgery between older patients and younger ones

Top 5 things to talk about in end-of-life discussions with hospitalized patients, their families

ProstaCaid dietary supplement supports prostate health

UT Arlington professor uses tissue-engineered artificial lymph nodes to draw prostate cancer cells

Dietary supplement KoACT is superior to calcium, vitamin D for bone health, study reveals

UC Riverside wins GCE grant to explore 'inciting healthy behaviors' using simple cell phone game

Ranbaxy obtains FDA approval to manufacture, market Fenofibrate Capsules USP, 43 mg and 130 mg

Light-activated diabetes drug: an interview with Dr David Hodson

New studies offer hope for breast cancer survivors struggling with cancer-related pain, swelling

Non-injectable vaccine may provide long-term protection against deadly Ebola virus

New device facilitates diagnosis of prostate cancer

Modern bariatric surgery can cut medications in obesity patients

HemoCue WBC Analyzers now used in US hospitals for handling suspected Ebola patients

BioElectronics to present innovative chronic pain therapy at OTC Pharma Asia Conference

New mobile wireless system for monitoring elderly people at homes

Novo Nordisk announces re-launch of online patient support platform for people with diabetes

Bluebeards Original joins with Lung Cancer Alliance to raise awareness about lung cancer

Mylan announces U.S. launch of generic Loestrin 24 Fe

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