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New angiographic analysis examines impact of stent thrombosis in patients undergoing PCI

A new angiographic analysis of the CHAMPION PHOENIX trial examined the incidence and impact of stent thrombosis (ST) in patients undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). Results of the study were released today and will be presented March 30 at the American College of Cardiology 63rd Annual Scientific Session.

29 Mar 2014

American Bio Medica's net sales decrease 7.3% in fourth quarter 2013

American Bio Medica Corporation today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2013.

From Medica Corporation 29 Mar 2014

Scientists discover simple method to measure density of engineered nanoparticles in physiological fluids

Thousands of consumer products containing engineered nanoparticles — microscopic particles found in everyday items from cosmetics and clothing to building materials — enter the market every year. Concerns about possible environmental health and safety issues of these nano-enabled products continue to grow with scientists struggling to come up with fast, cheap, and easy-to-use cellular screening systems to determine possible hazards of vast libraries of engineered nanomaterials.

29 Mar 2014

New -7 million centre to lead research in manufacturing advanced chemical products

A new -7 million centre at the University of Leeds will lead UK research in manufacturing advanced chemical products. The Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Complex Particulate Products and Processes will fund 50 new research students in a field that has been targeted by the Government as a key growth area for the UK economy.

29 Mar 2014

Beyond the health law enrollment numbers, state-by-state disparities, penalties draw headlines

The Wall Street Journal reports that federal officials have sent a "nudging" email to consumers who haven't picked a plan yet. And the New York Times examines how the push to expand health coverage has taken the shape of a number of very different and uneven individual efforts instead of "a sweeping federal overhaul." Meanwhile, NPR notes that the state specific figures may turn out to be more important than the national sign up total.

29 Mar 2014

$New instrument can conduct biological scans in fraction of time and cost of industry standard$

New instrument can conduct biological scans in fraction of time and cost of industry standard

Northeastern University professor of pharmaceutical sciences, Tania Konry, has developed a single instrument that can conduct a wide range of biological scans in a fraction of the time and cost of industry standard equipment. That's because it uses considerably less material and ultra-sensitive detection methods to do the same thing.

29 Mar 2014

Heart problems less likely for spouses than for single people

People who are married have lower rates of several cardiovascular diseases compared with those who are single, divorced or widowed, according to research to be presented at the American College of Cardiology's 63rd Annual Scientific Session. The relationship between marriage and lower odds of vascular diseases is especially pronounced before age 50.

29 Mar 2014

Reversing erectile dysfunction possible with lifestyle changes

Men suffering from sexual dysfunction can be successful at reversing their problem, by focusing on lifestyle factors and not just relying on medication, according to research at the University of Adelaide.

29 Mar 2014

Biogen Idec's ALPROLIX receives FDA approval for hemophilia B treatment

Today Biogen Idec announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved ALPROLIX [Coagulation Factor IX (Recombinant), Fc Fusion Protein], the first recombinant, DNA derived hemophilia B therapy with prolonged circulation in the body.

29 Mar 2014

States work to clarify enrollment rules, untangle technical problems as open enrollment period moves toward its close

News outlets also report that states are still conducting outreach efforts and offering the latest tallies of people who are signing up as well as information about subsidies.

29 Mar 2014

BIDMC scientist wins Gairdner Award for landmark discovery in the field of angiogenesis

Harold F. Dvorak, MD, senior investigator in the Center for Vascular Biology Research at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and former chairman of BIDMC's Department of Pathology, is one of eight scientists to win the 2014 Canada Gairdner Awards, which recognize some of the most significant medical discoveries from around the world. Awarded by the Gairdner Foundation, based in Canada, the awards are considered among the most prestigious international awards in medical research.

29 Mar 2014

Study explores effect of child obesity intervention programs on blood pressure

One of the serious health consequences of obesity is elevated blood pressure (BP), a particular problem in children because research has found that high BP in children usually follows them into adulthood, carrying with it a wide range of possible negative consequences.

29 Mar 2014

Two doses of HPV-16/18 AS04-adjuvanted vaccine Cervarix non-inferior to three-doses

A recent study in the journal Human Vaccines & Immunotherapeutics, showed that two doses of the HPV-16/18 AS04-adjuvanted vaccine Cervarix (GlaxoSmithKline) are non-inferior to three-doses in the current schedule.

29 Mar 2014

White House: As deadline approaches, Obamacare sign ups top 6 million

Many questions remain about what this number means, though, including how many of those enrolling in new coverage had been uninsured before signing up and whether young and healthy people will be adequately represented.

29 Mar 2014

Researchers develop fluorescent sensor to identify presence of drug used to spike beverages

A team of researchers from the National University of Singapore (NUS) has developed the world's first fluorescent sensor to identify the presence of a drug known as GHB that is commonly used to spike beverages. When the sensor is mixed with a sample of a beverage containing GHB, the mixture changes colour in less than 30 seconds, making detection of the drug fast and easy.

29 Mar 2014

TV watching leads to excessive snacking, cardiovascular risk in middle school kids

Middle school kids who park themselves in front of the TV for two hours or more each day are more likely to consume junk food and have risk factors for cardiovascular disease, even compared to those who spend an equal amount of time on the computer or playing video games, according to research to be presented at the American College of Cardiology's 63rd Annual Scientific Session.

29 Mar 2014

Public not crazy about health law but believes it's here to stay

A new Associated Press-GfK survey finds that 26 percent of Americans say they support the health law, and a narrow majority expects it to be implemented with only minor changes. Another survey shows Hispanic support for the president and the health law declining, although nearly half still approve of both.

29 Mar 2014

Women who have 4 or more live births more likely to show early signs of heart disease

Women who give birth to four or more children are much more likely to have evidence of plaque in their heart or thickening of their arteries - early signs of cardiovascular disease - compared with those having fewer pregnancies, according to research to be presented at the American College of Cardiology's 63rd Annual Scientific Session.

29 Mar 2014

New finding reinforces importance of developing healthy eating habits early in life

Women who ate a diet high in fresh fruits and vegetables as young adults were much less likely to have plaque build-up in their arteries 20 years later compared with those who consumed lower amounts of these foods, according to research to be presented at the American College of Cardiology's 63rd Annual Scientific Session.

29 Mar 2014

Religion and spirituality have distinct but complementary influences on health

Religion and spirituality have distinct but complementary influences on health, new research from Oregon State University indicates.

29 Mar 2014

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New angiographic analysis examines impact of stent thrombosis in patients undergoing PCI

American Bio Medica's net sales decrease 7.3% in fourth quarter 2013

Scientists discover simple method to measure density of engineered nanoparticles in physiological fluids

New -7 million centre to lead research in manufacturing advanced chemical products

Beyond the health law enrollment numbers, state-by-state disparities, penalties draw headlines

New instrument can conduct biological scans in fraction of time and cost of industry standard

Heart problems less likely for spouses than for single people

Reversing erectile dysfunction possible with lifestyle changes

Biogen Idec's ALPROLIX receives FDA approval for hemophilia B treatment

States work to clarify enrollment rules, untangle technical problems as open enrollment period moves toward its close

BIDMC scientist wins Gairdner Award for landmark discovery in the field of angiogenesis

Study explores effect of child obesity intervention programs on blood pressure

Two doses of HPV-16/18 AS04-adjuvanted vaccine Cervarix non-inferior to three-doses

White House: As deadline approaches, Obamacare sign ups top 6 million

Researchers develop fluorescent sensor to identify presence of drug used to spike beverages

TV watching leads to excessive snacking, cardiovascular risk in middle school kids

Public not crazy about health law but believes it's here to stay

Women who have 4 or more live births more likely to show early signs of heart disease

New finding reinforces importance of developing healthy eating habits early in life

Religion and spirituality have distinct but complementary influences on health

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

Advancing Motor Neuron Disease Diagnosis with Non-Invasive Ultrasound and AI

How agentic AI is reshaping laboratory workflows

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