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Study suggests that variant of cell surface protein is ideal target to treat gastric cancer

New study by the Cancer Science Institute of Singapore and National University Hospital Singapore suggests that a variant of a cell surface protein is an ideal target for developing drugs to treat gastric cancer

23 Apr 2014

Viewpoints: The case against Jenny Mccarthy's vaccine stand; apathy on HIV; defeating Alzheimer's

What do you call someone who sows misinformation, stokes fear, abets behavior that endangers people's health, extracts enormous visibility from doing so and then says the equivalent of "Who? Me?" I'm not aware of any common noun for a bad actor of this sort. But there's a proper noun: Jenny McCarthy (Frank Bruni, 4/21).

23 Apr 2014

tPA therapy improves outcomes for patients suffering acute ischemic stroke

Administering a clot-dissolving drug to stroke victims quickly — ideally within the first 60 minutes after they arrive at a hospital emergency room — is crucial to saving their lives, preserving their brain function and reducing disability.

23 Apr 2014

SIOG, EORTC update expert opinion on managing treatment for aged patients with NSCLC

Half of all patients diagnosed with non-small cell lung cancer are 70 years of age or older, yet despite this high percentage, these elderly patients are not well represented in clinical trials. Therefore, the paucity of clinical data has made it difficult to reach evidence based clinical recommendations.

23 Apr 2014

Scientists develop DNA nanodevices that survive body's immune defenses

It's a familiar trope in science fiction: In enemy territory, activate your cloaking device. And real-world viruses use similar tactics to make themselves invisible to the immune system.

23 Apr 2014

Health clinics can ease financial burden on hospitals and insurance companies

Health clinics that can provide primary care for low-income patients may ease the financial burden on both hospitals and insurance companies while improving patient health, researchers have concluded.

23 Apr 2014

Diaverum acquires its seventh kidney centre in Chile

Diaverum, one of the world's leading renal care service providers, has acquired its seventh kidney centre Chile. The Diaseal clinic, located in Puente Alto, a highly populated and fast growing district in the south of capital Santiago, features 18 stations which are used to treat 100 patients with haemodialysis (HD).

23 Apr 2014

Uncontrollable sweating of hyperhidrosis can have serious impact on person

Sweating is a natural function of the body to cool it down during physical exertion or from a warm environment or to even help cope with emotional situations.

23 Apr 2014

Investigators use computer-assisted approach to identify and rank new clock genes

Over the last few decades researchers have characterized a set of clock genes that drive daily rhythms of physiology and behavior in all types of species, from flies to humans.

23 Apr 2014

Experts must develop preventative strategies for drug-related morbidity, says researcher

Twelve percent of adults in Sweden have diseases related to their use of medicines. But in four cases of ten it would have been possible to avoid the undesired effects.

23 Apr 2014

Communication scholars to discuss the impact of technology at ICA conference

The International Communication Association will hold its 64th annual conference, May 22-26 in Seattle, Washington. The theme of the 2014 conference will explore what the "good life" means in a networked and digital society.

23 Apr 2014

Stronger incentives for medical innovators can reduce health care spending, say researchers

To help rein in massive health care spending, a new RAND study concludes that U.S. policy makers should urgently find ways to incentivize pharmaceutical companies and device makers to develop products that produce more value.

23 Apr 2014

Research shows epigenetic changes contributed to human survival over other extinct species

In parallel with modern man (Homo sapiens), there were other, extinct types of humans with whom we lived side by side, such as Neanderthals and the recently discovered Denisovans of Siberia. Yet only Homo sapiens survived. What was it in our genetic makeup that gave us the advantage?

23 Apr 2014

State highlights: Tenn. may send addicted moms to jail; Hawaii autism coverage; Florida medical marijuana

Pregnant women addicted to illegal narcotics or prescription pain pills could soon be jailed in Tennessee under a bill awaiting the governor's signature.

23 Apr 2014

Vaccine against H. pylori infection is within reach

Researchers from the University of Rhode Island are championing a recent breakthrough in the laboratory with hopes it could lead to a vaccine against the pathogen responsible for stomach cancer and to therapeutics for inflammatory diseases.

23 Apr 2014

Glaucoma drug may help reverse obesity-related vision loss in women

An inexpensive glaucoma drug, when added to a weight loss plan, can improve vision for women with a disorder called idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH), according to a study funded by the National Institutes of Health.

23 Apr 2014

HOPA Membership Awards winners for 2014 announced at 10th Annual Conference

The Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA) announced the recipients of the 2014 HOPA Membership Awards at its 10th Annual Conference in March. HOPA Membership Awards recognize members who have shown outstanding achievement in their field.

23 Apr 2014

Researchers develop first size-based form of chromatography using nanodot technology

Using nanodot technology, Berkeley Lab researchers have demonstrated the first size-based form of chromatography that can be used to study the membranes of living cells.

23 Apr 2014

Detailing the winners: Which insurers scored the most health exchanges sign-ups

In California, it was Anthem Blue Cross, while Kaiser Permanente, Rocky Mountain Health Plans and the Colorado HealthOP appeared to fare well through that state's online insurance marketplace. Meanwhile, reports also track how the small business exchanges did in Rhode Island and Connecticut.

23 Apr 2014

Saint Louis University partners with SSM to offer post-professional residency program in orthopedic physical therapy

Saint Louis University's program in physical therapy is partnering with SSM Physical Therapy to offer a post-professional residency program in orthopedic physical therapy.The year-long residency prepares physical therapists to specialize in evaluating, treating and managing patients who have orthopedic problems.

23 Apr 2014

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Study suggests that variant of cell surface protein is ideal target to treat gastric cancer

Viewpoints: The case against Jenny Mccarthy's vaccine stand; apathy on HIV; defeating Alzheimer's

tPA therapy improves outcomes for patients suffering acute ischemic stroke

SIOG, EORTC update expert opinion on managing treatment for aged patients with NSCLC

Scientists develop DNA nanodevices that survive body's immune defenses

Health clinics can ease financial burden on hospitals and insurance companies

Diaverum acquires its seventh kidney centre in Chile

Uncontrollable sweating of hyperhidrosis can have serious impact on person

Investigators use computer-assisted approach to identify and rank new clock genes

Experts must develop preventative strategies for drug-related morbidity, says researcher

Communication scholars to discuss the impact of technology at ICA conference

Stronger incentives for medical innovators can reduce health care spending, say researchers

Research shows epigenetic changes contributed to human survival over other extinct species

State highlights: Tenn. may send addicted moms to jail; Hawaii autism coverage; Florida medical marijuana

Vaccine against H. pylori infection is within reach

Glaucoma drug may help reverse obesity-related vision loss in women

HOPA Membership Awards winners for 2014 announced at 10th Annual Conference

Researchers develop first size-based form of chromatography using nanodot technology

Detailing the winners: Which insurers scored the most health exchanges sign-ups

Saint Louis University partners with SSM to offer post-professional residency program in orthopedic physical therapy

Membrane proteins in focus: Turning high-risk targets into routine workflows

How metabolic phenotyping can detect viral infections in minutes

Directed enzyme evolution and the Nobel Prize: Making enzymes evolve in the lab

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