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ADHD News
Auriga Laboratories Obtains Rights To Market And Sell A New Product Indicated For The Treatment Of ADHD05 Dec 2007

Aid / Disasters News
American Red Cross Responds To Northwest Flooding10 Dec 2007
New Study Finds That Some 55,000 Children Who Were Displaced Following Hurricane Katrina Face Long Term Health, Mental And Educational Crises08 Dec 2007
Government Of Israel And Palestine Red Crescent Society Sign Agreement To Increase Emergency Medical Services07 Dec 2007
Before Winter Snow, More Flooding For The Northwest - Red Cross Assisting Communities As Evacuations Continue07 Dec 2007
UK Fuelling Conflict In Sub Sahahran Africa07 Dec 2007
'Action Tank' To Be Launched By UCSF To Advance Promising Global Health Strategies04 Dec 2007
Children Living In Dangerous Conditions Following The Aftermath Of Bangladesh Cyclone04 Dec 2007

Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs News
Death Penalty For Drug Offences Violates Human Rights, Australia10 Dec 2007
Demetriou Speaks Out On Drugs In Sport, Australia10 Dec 2007
Nicotine Addiction May Be Controlled By Influencing Brain Mechanisms10 Dec 2007
HBO's Addiction Project Receives Award From American College Of Neuropsychopharmacology10 Dec 2007
Alcohol's Effect On Brain Cells - Activates A Stress-Linked Pathway In Neurons To Release Key Genes, Weill Cornell Team Reports10 Dec 2007
Alarming Rise In Substance Abuse In Somali Combatants10 Dec 2007
Research Reveals Secrets Of Alcohol's Effect On Brain Cells09 Dec 2007
Catalyst Pharmaceutical Partners Announces Positive Phase II Trial Results For Vigabatrin In The Treatment Of Cocaine Addiction08 Dec 2007
This Holiday Season, Teach Your Kids The Science Of How Drinking Alcohol Can Hurt Them07 Dec 2007
Gene That Influences Alcohol Consumption Identified06 Dec 2007
Helping Families And Youth Avoid Substance Abuse, Behavior Problems06 Dec 2007
New Study Identifies 4 Major Motivators To Drink Alcohol - 1 Of Them Could Be A Sign Of Problem Drinking05 Dec 2007
Make Scotland's Roads Safer - Reduce The Drink Driving Limit05 Dec 2007
Linking Heavy Drinking, Conduct Disorder And High-Risk Sexual Behavior04 Dec 2007
Good Sports Reduces Alcohol Problems For 2000 Clubs, Australia04 Dec 2007
ADF Supports FebFast, Australia04 Dec 2007

Allergy News
Food Intolerance Or Food Allergy?06 Dec 2007
Research Finds Allergic Children Exposed To Peanuts At Younger Ages Despite Recommendations To Avoid05 Dec 2007
Greer Announces Safety And Dosing Study Evaluating Sublingual-Oral Immunotherapy In Patients With History Of Adverse Reactions To Allergy Injections05 Dec 2007

Alzheimer's / Dementia News
Sugary Beverages May Increase Alzheimer's Risk09 Dec 2007
Frost & Sullivan Lauds Avid Radiopharmaceuticals For Its Molecular Imaging Technology That Can Enable Early Diagnosis Of Alzheimer's Disease07 Dec 2007
Drug Creates New Connections In Brain Restores & Improves Memory07 Dec 2007
Alzheimer's Neurotoxin Structure Characterized By UIC Chemists04 Dec 2007
RSAMD Concert Aims To Hit The Right Note For Alzheimer Scotland04 Dec 2007

Anxiety / Stress News
Holiday Season Brings Stress, Anxiety To Many; APA Offers Tips For Coping With Mood Disorders In Winter Months10 Dec 2007
Develop A Stress-Free Holiday Plan That Includes Time To Enjoy The Holidays, California07 Dec 2007
Anxiety And Mood Disorders Affect Many Affected By Katrina04 Dec 2007

Arthritis News
New Study Uncovers Prevalence, Burden Of Pediatric Arthritis In U.S.10 Dec 2007
Pine Bark Naturally Reduces Osteoarthritis Knee Pain06 Dec 2007
Reviewers AGREE On Osteoarthritis Of The Knee06 Dec 2007
New Study Reports Unparalleled Clinical Results For Treatment Of Anterior Knee Arthritis05 Dec 2007

Autism News
Brain Overgrowth In 1-Year-olds Linked To Development Of Autism10 Dec 2007
First-Ever Genetic Animal Model Of Autism10 Dec 2007
MIT: Missing Protein May Be Key To Autism05 Dec 2007
Study Finds Fever May Lead To Improved Behavior In Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders04 Dec 2007

Biology / Biochemistry News
The BBVA Frontiers Of Knowledge Awards Announced By BBVA Chairman Francisco Gonzalez10 Dec 2007
News From The Biophysical Journal10 Dec 2007
Roger Kornberg To Present Lecture At The Joint Biophysical Society/IUPAB Meeting10 Dec 2007
Experimental Biology 2008 Meets In San Diego April 5-910 Dec 2007
Dosage Compensation In The Mouse Balances Up-Regulation And Silencing Of X-Linked Genes10 Dec 2007
Mapping Meiotic Single-Strand DNA Reveals A New Landscape Of DNA Double-Strand Breaks In Saccharomyces Cerevisiae10 Dec 2007
Award From The International Society For Developmental Psychobiology Presented To Rutgers Professor Jay Rosenblatt09 Dec 2007
New Journal Partnership For 2008 Announced By Elsevier09 Dec 2007
'Biosynthetic Studies Of Platensimycin' Joint Paper Published By Experts From Stevens, Merck09 Dec 2007
Winner Of The GE & Science Prize For Young Life Scientists08 Dec 2007
Gene Identified That Regulates Polarity In Regenerating Flatworms08 Dec 2007
Elsevier Announces New Journal Partnership For 200806 Dec 2007
Identifying Pheromones That Trigger Aggression Between Male Mice06 Dec 2007
Switzerland Aiming For World Class In Systems Biology06 Dec 2007
European Molecular Biology Organization Installation Grants Help 9 Scientists Set Up In Europe06 Dec 2007
DFG To Establish 10 New Collaborative Research Centers05 Dec 2007
Mitochondria Defects Linked To Social Behavior And Spatial Memory05 Dec 2007
Violent Sex Acts Boost Insect's Immunity System05 Dec 2007
Extensive Proteomics Research Strengthens The Uptake For Protein Purification Kits In Europe05 Dec 2007
Proteins' 'Breaking Point' Found, UK05 Dec 2007
News From The Early Online Journal Of Clinical Investigation04 Dec 2007
Treatment Possibility Discovered Following Study On Toxin That Tainted Spinach04 Dec 2007
Cold Spring Harbor Protocols Features Innovative Methods For Embryology Research04 Dec 2007
MIT Sculpts 3D Particles With Light -- Medical Applications Could Include Diagnostics, Tissue Engineering04 Dec 2007

Bipolar News
Pregnant Women At Risk Of Bipolar Recurrence With Interruption Of Medication10 Dec 2007
Outcomes In Bipolar Disorder May Be Improved By Stable Sleep Patterns And Regular Routines10 Dec 2007
Gender-Related Brain Differences In Early Onset Mental Illness10 Dec 2007

Bird Flu / Avian Flu News
Father Of Bird Flu Victim Also Infected Say Authorities In China08 Dec 2007
Calling For Changes In Early-Warning System For Bird-Flu08 Dec 2007
Vical Expands Clinical Testing Of DNA Vaccine Against H5N1 Pandemic Influenza07 Dec 2007
Bird Flu Continues To Threaten Humans, FAO Director-General Warns05 Dec 2007

Blood / Hematology News
Gentium Announces Expanded Access Program Of Defibrotide For Patients With Severe Veno-Occlusive Disease10 Dec 2007
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Launches State-Of-The-Art Blood Mobile10 Dec 2007
Weill Cornell Physician-Scientists Present Latest Cancer Findings At American Society Of Hematology (ASH) Meeting10 Dec 2007
Pivotal Phase 3 Romiplostim Study In Splenectomized Patients Meets Primary Endpoints10 Dec 2007
PROCRIT® (Epoetin Alfa) Data To Be Presented At American Society Of Hematology Annual Meeting10 Dec 2007
Genmab's HuMax-CD38 Enters Phase I/II Clinical Trial For Multiple Myeloma08 Dec 2007
Genoptix, Inc. Announces Availability Of MPL W515 L/K Mutation Analysis For MPD At 49th Annual American Society Of Hematology (ASH) Meeting08 Dec 2007
Pharmion To Present Clinical Data On Key Hematology Products At American Society Of Hematology (ASH) Annual Meeting07 Dec 2007
Sickle-Cell Patients May Benefit From Anticancer Drugs07 Dec 2007
Broxmeyer, Of Indiana University, Awarded National Prize For Cord Blood Research07 Dec 2007
Sickle Cell Anemia Treated Using Reprogrammed Skin Cells In Mice07 Dec 2007
Proteolix Announces Clinical Results With Carfilzomib To Be Reported At ASH 2007 Annual Meeting07 Dec 2007
PROCRIT(R) (Epoetin Alfa) Data To Be Presented At American Society Of Hematology Annual Meeting07 Dec 2007
TargeGen Announces Planned Initiation Of Clinical Trial Of JAK2 Inhibitor TG101348 In Myeloproliferative Disease Patients, And Presentations At ASH07 Dec 2007
Bloodless Alternative To Transfusion For Jehovah's Witnesses And Transfusion-Wary06 Dec 2007
Top Scientists To Receive Prestigious Awards From The American Society Of Hematology06 Dec 2007
49th Annual Meeting Of The American Society Of Hematology Will Feature The Latest Research In Blood Diseases06 Dec 2007
Advances In Blood Cancer Therapy To Be Highlighted At American Society Of Hematology Conference06 Dec 2007
Protein Controls Blood Vessel Formation, Offers New Drug Target05 Dec 2007
Different Anticoagulant Regimens Yield Equal Results05 Dec 2007
Standing Stone's CoagClinic Improves Patient Safety And Reduces Costs For Anticoagulation Therapy Management05 Dec 2007
FEIBA Granted Prophylactic License, UK05 Dec 2007
Genta Clinical Programs Featured At American Society Of Hematology Meeting05 Dec 2007

Bones / Orthopaedics News
Pivotal Phase III Data Show Superior Efficacy Of Rivaroxaban Over Enoxaparin10 Dec 2007
Knee Operations Can Lead To Other Injuries09 Dec 2007
Depression Raises Osteoporosis Risk For Premenopausal Women08 Dec 2007
Acologix Presents Preclinical Data On Cartilage Regeneration By AC-100 At The OARSI 2007 World Congress On Osteoarthritis08 Dec 2007
Oh, The Weather Outside Is Frightful06 Dec 2007
Rosiglitazone Linked To Osteoporosis06 Dec 2007

Breast Cancer News
Scientists Discover How BRCA1 Gene Variant Helps Breast Cancer Grow10 Dec 2007
New Taxotere(R) (docetaxel) Injection Concentrate Data To Be Presented At The 30th Annual San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium (SABCS)08 Dec 2007
Breast Development May Be Affected By Household Chemical06 Dec 2007
Breast MRI Spots Other Cancers, May Alter Treatment Plan06 Dec 2007
ADVENTRX Announces Completion Of Patient Enrollment In Phase 2 Clinical Trial Of CoFactor(R) For The Treatment Of Advanced Breast Cancer06 Dec 2007
Uninsured, Others Less Likely To Receive Breast Cancer Test04 Dec 2007
Avastin For Breast Cancer Awaits FDA Panel Review04 Dec 2007

Cancer / Oncology News
ASCO Announces QOPI Health Plan Program To Promote Oncology Quality Improvement10 Dec 2007
Vidacare Announces Clearance Of Novel Bone Marrow Biopsy System For Hematology/Oncology10 Dec 2007
Multiple Myeloma Clinical Trial Shows Distinct Survival Benefit With Lower Dose Of Steroids10 Dec 2007
ZOLINZA (vorinostat) With Bortezomib Demonstrated Clinical ActivityIn Investigational Studies Of Patients With Advanced Multiple Myeloma10 Dec 2007
Cancer Risks From Eating Red And Processed Meat10 Dec 2007
Lifestyle And Cancer Prevention: Making Choices That Change Cancer Risk09 Dec 2007
Cancer Prevention And Public Health09 Dec 2007
Findings On Plant-Derived Cancer Medicines09 Dec 2007
New Evidence For The Protective Effects Of Fruits And Veggies09 Dec 2007
Mechanism Found For Faulty Protein Disposal09 Dec 2007
Researchers Find Mechanism For Faulty Protein Disposal08 Dec 2007
Chemistry Professor Is Small Times' Innovator Of The Year08 Dec 2007
Unique Source Of Cancer Incidence From Around The World07 Dec 2007
Akorn, Inc. Announces First ANDA Submission For Serum Institute Of India, Ltd.07 Dec 2007
CSHL Scientist Recognized For Accelerating Cancer Gene Research07 Dec 2007
Radiofrequency Ablation Growing In Popularity As A Treatment For Cancer07 Dec 2007
More Action Needed To Help Britain Beat Cancer06 Dec 2007
Prime Minister Gordon Brown Backs Future World Class Medical Research Centre In St Pancras Land Sale, UK06 Dec 2007
Eminent Cancer Research Scientist Appointed To The Wellcome Trust Board Of Governors, UK06 Dec 2007
Inhibiton Therapeutics Announces ICA-1 Compound Effective In In-Vitro Testing In Various Cancer Cell Lines06 Dec 2007
BSD-2000 Cancer Treatment System Purchased By Nanchong Hospital In China06 Dec 2007
The Judge Group Delivers Application Solutions To Aid Cancer Patients In Finding Clinical Trials06 Dec 2007
Metastatix Commences Phase 1 Clinical Trial Of MSX-122 In Cancer Patients06 Dec 2007
Did You Know That 15 To 20 Percent Of Cancers Are Caused By Infections?06 Dec 2007
Clinical Studies Of OvaRex In Advanced Ovarian Cancer Fail To Meet Primary Endpoint06 Dec 2007
Senesco Technologies Initiates Preclinical Studies For Cancer Target06 Dec 2007
Carcinogen In Cooked Food Linked To Ovarian And Endometrial Cancer05 Dec 2007
AACR Introduces Cancer Prevention Research05 Dec 2007
NCI Renewal Grant To Develop New Cancer Therapies05 Dec 2007
A New Journal Devoted Exclusively To The Growing Science Of Cancer Prevention05 Dec 2007
Get To Know Your Family History This Holiday Season: Be Aware Of Prevalent Cancers In Your Family05 Dec 2007
Veterans With Cancer Might Fall Under Radar For Depression05 Dec 2007
RCP Comment On Cancer Reform Strategy, UK04 Dec 2007
Recognising Medical Oncologists In The EU For The Benefit Of Cancer Patients04 Dec 2007
Cancer Website For Patients Earns Awards For Outstanding Content04 Dec 2007
Anti-Cancer Drug Made More Specific By Modification04 Dec 2007
Management Guidelines For Patients On Sunitinib04 Dec 2007
University Of Texas Medical Branch Might Require Proof Of Residency Before Providing Care To Indigent Patients With Cancer04 Dec 2007
SGX Pharmaceuticals Submits Investigational New Drug Application For SGX523, A Highly Potent, Selective, Orally Bioavailable CMET Inhibitor04 Dec 2007
Biocept Announces Study To Isolate Circulating Tumor Cells From Blood04 Dec 2007

Cardiovascular / Cardiology News
Raised Heart Disease Risk For 'otherwise Low-risk' Women With Calcium In Coronary Arteries10 Dec 2007
FDA Reviewing Potential Anti-Arrhythmic Claims For Ranexa(R)08 Dec 2007
Sorin Group Announces First U.S. Implant Of Mitroflow Aortic Pericardial Heart Valve07 Dec 2007
Toshiba And TomTec Deliver New Tools For Cardiac 4D Ultrasound07 Dec 2007
Increased Heart Attacks, Strokes And Respiratory Infections Linked06 Dec 2007
Cell Transplant Improves Survival After Heart Attack06 Dec 2007
Implanting Embryonic Cardiac Cells Prevents Arrhythmias06 Dec 2007
Myocor Receives Approval For Percutaneous Trial06 Dec 2007
FAA Approves CompuMed, Inc. As Telecardiology Vendor05 Dec 2007
Portola Initiates Phase II Clinical Program In Heart Attack Patients With Its Novel Antiplatelet Agent, PRT06012805 Dec 2007
American Red Cross Offers Compression-Only CPR Practice Kit04 Dec 2007
Simple Two In One Test Signals High Risk After A Heart Attack04 Dec 2007

Caregivers / Homecare News
Grassley Seeks Probe On Antipsychotic Use In Nursing Homes07 Dec 2007

Cervical Cancer / HPV Vaccine News
Screening Is Key To Cervical Cancer Prevention09 Dec 2007

Cholesterol News
News From The Journal Of Lipid Research04 Dec 2007

CJD / vCJD / Mad Cow Disease News
Scripps Scientists Develop New Tests That Identify Lethal Prion Strains Quickly And Accurately05 Dec 2007

Clinical Trials / Drug Trials News
Despite Strong Evidence From Randomized Trials, Refuted Claims From Observational Studies Often Persist06 Dec 2007
GDC Issues Guidance On Clinical Trials, UK05 Dec 2007

Colorectal Cancer News
50 Percent Of Americans Age 50 And Older Have Never Had A Colonoscopy07 Dec 2007
Vectibix(R) Approved In The European Union For The Treatment Of Metastatic Colorectal Cancer07 Dec 2007
Colorectal Cancer Patients Benefit From Stent Placement In Minimally Invasive Procedure05 Dec 2007
Colon Cancer Screenings May Not Payoff And Could Pose Harm To Some04 Dec 2007

Complementary Medicine / Alternative Medicine News
World-First Clinical Trial To Study African Traditional Medicine08 Dec 2007
Balance, Not Bias Provided By Complementary Medicines Training04 Dec 2007

Conferences News
Eminent List Of Plenary Speakers Announced For MICROSCIENCE 2008, UK10 Dec 2007
Foreign Trade Show Program Of The Federal Government Supports German Joint Pavilion At BIOTECH CHINA 200806 Dec 2007
Cinpathogen Brings Together Over 40 Shanghai Area Hospitals - Hematology Conference06 Dec 2007

Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery News
Specialists In Pediatric Reconstructive And Adult Cosmetic Surgery Join Cedars Sinai Medical Group09 Dec 2007
Caffeine's Use In Cosmetic Dermatology09 Dec 2007
Ipsen And Medicis Announce Submission Of Reloxin(R) In Aesthetics To The FDA07 Dec 2007
Progress Made In Securing Patient Safety In Cosmetic Procedures, UK05 Dec 2007
Renowned Plastic Surgeons Join Cedars-Sinai Medical Group; Specialists Perform Pediatric Reconstructive And Adult Cosmetic Surgery05 Dec 2007

Crohn's News
Callisto Announces Presentation On Guanilib At 2007 Crohn's And Colitis Foundation National Research And Clinical Conference05 Dec 2007

Cystic Fibrosis News
Cystic Fibrosis Proteins Photographed Interacting09 Dec 2007

Dentistry News
Cavities - Nature Or Nurture? $1 Million Grant To Pitt Dental School To Study Causes10 Dec 2007
Introduction Of Fluoridated Water For Queensland08 Dec 2007
StatMedica Defends Medical Tourism, UK06 Dec 2007
The Evidence Should Be Beyond Doubt When A Dentist's Career Is At Risk, Says BDA, UK06 Dec 2007
Targacept Announces Results Of Phase II Study Of TC-2696 In Postoperative Dental Pain05 Dec 2007
It's Time To Check Up On Dental Health05 Dec 2007
Survey Confirms Americans Prefer Root Canal Treatment By Endodontists05 Dec 2007
Salaried Primary Care Dentists Vote In Favour Of Proposed Contract, UK05 Dec 2007

Depression News
Link Between Depression And Heart Disease10 Dec 2007
New Strategy For Developing Antidepressants10 Dec 2007
Possible Genetic Predictor For Response To Lithium Augmentation In Depressed Patients09 Dec 2007
New Data Reinforces The Superiority Of Escitalopram Over Duloxetine For Acute Treatment Of Depression05 Dec 2007
AstraZeneca Presents New Depression And Anxiety Results For SEROQUEL XR05 Dec 2007
Behavioral Problems And Injury More Common Among Children Of Depressed Mothers04 Dec 2007

Dermatology News
Centocor And Janssen Cilag Submit Applications Requesting Approval Of Ustekinumab In The U.S. And Europe For Treatment Of Severe Plaque Psoriasis10 Dec 2007
Dermatology Nurses' Association Joins Symphony To Raise Funds For Melanoma Education07 Dec 2007
Schools Have New Weapon For Head Lice Screening07 Dec 2007
MDC Scientists Reveal Role Of Gene In Sensitivity To Thermal Pain07 Dec 2007
Topical Treatment For Age Spots, From Harvard Women's Health Watch06 Dec 2007
Common Foot Problems -- And What Can Be Done For Relief06 Dec 2007
Clevex Receives Cleveland Clinic's New Product Award For Developing New Dermatological Device05 Dec 2007
Approach To A More Effective Sunscreen Shows Promise04 Dec 2007
Arana Announces Phase II Trials For Lead Compound ART62104 Dec 2007

Diabetes News
Diabetes And Cancer Risk In Women10 Dec 2007
Diabetes And Holiday Foods: Cedars-Sinai Physician Offers Tips To Maintain A Healthy Holiday Balance10 Dec 2007
Monotherapy BYETTA® Showed Significant Improvement In Glucose Control And Weight Loss In Adults With Type 2 Diabetes10 Dec 2007
Quality Improvement Initiatives Lead To Progress In Diabetes Care10 Dec 2007
Access Pharmaceuticals Demonstrates Ability To Significantly Reduce Glucose Levels In Pre-clinical Testing Of Cobalamin(TM) Oral Insulin08 Dec 2007
Oculus Innovative Sciences Completes Enrollment Of Phase II Trial Of Microcyn(R) Technology In Treatment Of Mildly Infected Diabetic Foot Ulcers07 Dec 2007
Monotherapy BYETTA(R) Showed Significant Improvement In Glucose Control And Weight Loss In Adults With Type 2 Diabetes07 Dec 2007
Sulodexide Data Safety Monitoring Committee Completes Additional Review Of Phase 3 Study Data07 Dec 2007
New Diabetes Drug To Be Tested, UK06 Dec 2007
Gaps In Care For People With Diabetes, UK06 Dec 2007
50,000 People Denied Insulin Pumps In The UK06 Dec 2007
Dia-B Announces Results Of Phase I Human Trial For Type 2 Diabetes Drug ISF402, And Progress Toward Phase II Trials06 Dec 2007
Mental Health Treatment Extends Lives Of Older Patients With Diabetes And Depression06 Dec 2007
Transatlantic Rowing Challenge Made Possible By One Of A Kind New Diabetes Gadget, UK05 Dec 2007
Half The Steps To Test - With The New And Only, All-In-One Blood Glucose Monitoring System05 Dec 2007
Sangamo BioSciences Announces Completion Of Enrollment Of Phase 2 Clinical Trial Of ZFP Therapeutic For Diabetic Neuropathy05 Dec 2007
Patient Enrollment Completed In Phase IIb Trial Of EpiCept(TM) NP-1 In Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy04 Dec 2007

Dyslexia News
Slow Reading In Dyslexia Tied To Disorganized Brain Tracts04 Dec 2007

Ear, Nose and Throat News
New Electronic Journal Head And Neck Pathology Founded By Springer06 Dec 2007
Drink Up Before You Go Caroling This Season As Long As It's Not Alcohol06 Dec 2007
Placebo As Good As Common Treatments For Sinus Infections05 Dec 2007

Eating Disorders News
Anorexia More Likely To Hit Males Who Have Twin Sister04 Dec 2007

Endocrinology News
Patients With Mild Cushing Syndrome May Benefit From Adrenalectomy09 Dec 2007
The AACE Warns Impending Medicare Cuts Will Jeopardize Access To Critical Endocrine Care06 Dec 2007

Epilepsy News
Leading Epilepsy Groups Unveil New Survey Results Challenging Patients To Take Charge Of Their Health10 Dec 2007
ANAVEX Advances Drug Candidates For Treatment Of Epilepsy07 Dec 2007
Epilepsy Research Foundation And The Milken Family Foundation Announce Recipients Of Translational Research Grants To Support Epilepsy Therapies06 Dec 2007
UCB Announces Positive Phase III Trial Results For Keppra XR (Levetiracetam) Extended-Release Tablets05 Dec 2007
Pfizer's Legacy Of Commitment To The Epilepsy Community04 Dec 2007
UCB Announces Positive Phase III Trial Results For Keppra XR(TM) (levetiracetam) Extended-Release Tablets04 Dec 2007

Erectile Dysfunction / Premature Ejaculation News
Over-The-Counter Solution To Erectile Dysfunction04 Dec 2007

Eye Health / Blindness News
Contact Lens Shift Can Compromise Vision Of People With Astigmatism With The Blink Of An Eye10 Dec 2007
OPKO's Bevasiranib Named One Of Most Promising Drugs Recently Entering Phase III Trials07 Dec 2007
MSF Calls On Roche To Reduce Cost Of Oral Antibiotic To Prevent Blindness Among People With HIV/AIDS In Developing Countries06 Dec 2007
People In Southeast Asia Needlessly Becoming Blind Due To A Neglected Virus04 Dec 2007

Fertility News
Beyond The Abstract CA Repeat And RsaI Polymorphisms In ERbeta Gene Are Not Associated With Infertility In Indian Men10 Dec 2007
Bayer Schering Pharma Paves The Way To The Next Important Oral Contraceptive Milestone10 Dec 2007
Health Canada Approves Conceptus' Third Generation Essure(R) Permanent Birth Control System10 Dec 2007
Vitrolife: Products For Cold Storage Of Embryos Approved In Canada07 Dec 2007
Teen Birth Rate Increase Demonstrates Need For Authentic Abstinence Education07 Dec 2007
Stowers Institute's Hawley Lab Identifies Factors Responsible For Restart Of Meiotic Cycle05 Dec 2007
NIAC Welcomes Plan To Reduce Multiple Births But Calls For Improved Access To NHS Funded Treatment, UK05 Dec 2007

Flu / Cold / SARS News
A New Approach To Study Flu Drug Resistance06 Dec 2007
ImmuneRegen BioSciences And DelSite Biotechnologies To Collaborate On Development Of Pandemic Flu Treatment05 Dec 2007
Seven Steps To Prevent Colds And Flu This Winter05 Dec 2007

GastroIntestinal / Gastroenterology News
Merck's ROTATEQ® Reduced Hospitalizations And Emergency Department Visits Due To G9P1A[8] Rotavirus By 100 Percent10 Dec 2007
Differing Physician And Patient Perceptions Regarding Impact Of UC Revealed by Nationwide Survey10 Dec 2007
Washing Practices Of Fresh-Cut Produce Can Minimize Food-Borne Illness Risks09 Dec 2007
Nationwide Survey Reveals Differing Physician And Patient Perceptions Regarding Impact Of Ulcerative Colitis On Patients' Lives08 Dec 2007
American College Of Gastroenterology Offers Updated Clinical Guidance For Managing Pregnant Patients08 Dec 2007
Patients With Protein-Losing Enteropathy Can Now Be Treated Safely And Effectively08 Dec 2007
Glenmark Initiates Phase 2 Trial For Crofelemer For Acute Infectious Diarrhea07 Dec 2007
Symptoms Of Isolated Proctitis Treated By Asacol06 Dec 2007
Study Data Show Asacol(R) (Mesalamine) Is Effective In Treating All Extents Of Ulcerative Colitis Including Isolated Proctitis06 Dec 2007
Children's Hospital Researchers Identify Molecular 'switch' That Could Save Very Young Lives05 Dec 2007
EntreMed Commences Phase 2 Study With MKC-1 In Pancreatic Cancer05 Dec 2007
Medtronic Files PMA Application For FDA Approval Of Talent Abdominal Stent Graft System05 Dec 2007
Re-Engineered Gleevec Reduces Heart Risks04 Dec 2007
Suggesting New Ways To Break The Giardia Parasite's Grip04 Dec 2007

Genetics News
UCSF Biologist Honoured For Pioneering Research In DNA Synthesis - L'Oreal-UNESCO Awards09 Dec 2007
Is Generosity Genetically Programmed?09 Dec 2007
Are Humans Evolving Faster?07 Dec 2007
Latest Integrated Microbial Genomes Data Management System Update Release06 Dec 2007
"Epigenetic" Marks A Clue To Multiple Functions Of The Brain05 Dec 2007
Genes Identified That Protect Against Heart Damage From Chemotherapy04 Dec 2007

Headache / Migraine News
New Study Published In The Lancet Neurology Shows Topamax(R) Provides Sustained Reduction In Monthly Migraine Days For Up To One Year04 Dec 2007
Genetic Testing May Help People With Severe Type Of Migraine04 Dec 2007

Health Insurance / Medical Insurance News
Three States Consider Proposals To Expand Health Care Coverage10 Dec 2007
Massachusetts Sees Nearly 300,000 Uninsured Enroll For Coverage Under Health Care Law10 Dec 2007
Washington Pos Profiles Senator Who Pledged To Purchase Individual Insurance Coverage Until All U.S. Residents Had Access To Care10 Dec 2007
Health Care Debate Should Focus On Spending, Opinion Piece States07 Dec 2007
California Appellate Court Ruling On Policy Cancellations Could Spur Class-Action Lawsuits07 Dec 2007
Illinois Coalition Sues State Over Expansion Of Family Care07 Dec 2007
Louisiana Health Care Coalition Proposes Insurance Vouchers For Free-Market Care07 Dec 2007
Massachusetts Health Insurance Connector Asks Insurers To Limit Premium Increases To 5% In 200806 Dec 2007
Harvard Experts Offer Recommendations To Address Problems With U.S. Health Care System06 Dec 2007
Newspapers Examine Presidential Candidates' Health Care Proposals06 Dec 2007
Health Plan For Military Families Achieves Member Satisfaction Rating Among Highest In America05 Dec 2007
Employers Use Stick-and-Carrot Approach For Wellness Programs05 Dec 2007
UAW Leaders, Ford Executives Sign Contract At Ceremony05 Dec 2007
American College Of Physicians Endorses Two Approaches To Achieve Universal Coverage05 Dec 2007
More Than 40M U.S. Residents Say They Cannot Afford Adequate Health Care, According To CDC Study05 Dec 2007
Insurance Broker Heath Lambert Delivers Unique Solutions To The Muscular Dystrophy Campaign, UK04 Dec 2007
Walgreen Will No Longer Accept Four CVS Caremark Prescription Drug Plans04 Dec 2007
Clinton, Obama Continue To Spar Over Health Care Plans04 Dec 2007

Hearing / Deafness News
Dangerous Toy Coverage Missing An Important Health Threat: Risk Of Hearing Loss09 Dec 2007
American Academy Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery Makes Hearing Health The Focus Of A New Public Service Announcement04 Dec 2007

HIV / AIDS News
When Blame Is Again Unjustly Assigned To Haitians For The Pandemic, AIDS10 Dec 2007
GSK's Continued Commitment To Fighting HIV/AIDS Results In Approval Of New Formulations Of Three Medicines For The Treatment Of Children10 Dec 2007
Groups Receive Grants For Minority Health Efforts; Spanish-Language Film Aims To Teach Catholic Hispanics About HIV10 Dec 2007
Minorities Make Up Large Proportion Of HIV/AIDS Cases In Massachusetts, Report Shows10 Dec 2007
About 19,000 People In Virginia Living With HIV/AIDS, Additional 6,000 Might Not Know Their Status, Study Says10 Dec 2007
U.S. To Support Vietnam Pilot Methadone Program In 2008, Officials Say10 Dec 2007
Project RED Art Auction Expected To Raise More Than $40M For Global Fund Programs In Africa10 Dec 2007
Washington Post Examines Indian Nationwide Train Trip To Raise HIV/AIDS Awareness Among Youth In Rural Villages10 Dec 2007
China Launches Nationwide Video Campaign To Promote Condom Use In Effort To Prevent Spread Of HIV10 Dec 2007
Housing Works Criticizes Giuliani's Work On HIV/AIDS Issues While New York City Mayor10 Dec 2007
Proposal For HIV-Positive Visitors Makes A Bad Rule Worse08 Dec 2007
UK Doctors Failing To Diagnose HIV Early In Africans07 Dec 2007
Editorials, Opinion Pieces Respond To World AIDS Day07 Dec 2007
HIV/AIDS, Gender-Based Violence Interlinked, Zambian National Assembly Speaker Mwanamwambwa Says07 Dec 2007
Ukrainian President Yushchenko Says Government Has Inadequately Addressed HIV/AIDS07 Dec 2007
India Should Target HIV Prevention Efforts At High-Risk Groups, Commentary Says07 Dec 2007
New Rules For HIV-Positive People Visiting U.S. More Restrictive Than Old Regulations, Critics Say07 Dec 2007
Clinical Trial Of New Drug Shows Reduction In Abdominal Fat Accumulation And Improvement In Lipids In HIV-Infected Patients06 Dec 2007
HIV/HAART-Associated Lipodystrophy Syndrome Treatment Breakthrough06 Dec 2007
Attitudes Among HIV-Infected Men Regarding Partners06 Dec 2007
HIV Working Group Releases Report On Vaccine, Microbicide Research, Development06 Dec 2007
Businesses In Fiji Should Increase Efforts To Fight HIV/AIDS, Conference Delegates Say06 Dec 2007
Male Circumcision Does Not Offer Protection Against HIV Among U.S. Black, Hispanic MSM, Study Says06 Dec 2007
FDA Tentatively Approves Mylan's Generic Version Of Antiretroviral Viread For Use In PEPFAR06 Dec 2007
Canopus BioPharma Selected To Present Its Drug Candidate For HIV/AIDS Treatment At The Global Summit On AIDS And The Church05 Dec 2007
Richardson Releases HIV/AIDS Plan05 Dec 2007
New Data On Cancer Rates Among HIV-Positive People 'Underline' Need For Antiretrovirals That Restore Immune Function, Opinion Piece Says05 Dec 2007
District Should 'Remain Vigilant' As Senate Votes On Bill That Would Remove Ban On Funding For Needle-Exchange Programs, Letter Says05 Dec 2007
Gates Foundation Gives Group $28.5M For Microbicide Research, Officials Say05 Dec 2007
Social Stigma, Taboos In Iran Undermining Government Efforts To Fight HIV/AIDS, Official Says05 Dec 2007
Stigma, Discrimination Toward Haitians Could Increase Following Release Of Study That Found HIV Arrived In U.S. From Haiti, Advocates Say05 Dec 2007
Black MSM Twice As Likely As White MSM To Be Living With HIV, Researchers Say05 Dec 2007
Number Of Annual New HIV Cases In U.S. Might Be Higher Than Previously Thought05 Dec 2007
HHS And Kaiser Family Foundation Team Up To Promote Text Messaging In The Fight Against HIV/AIDS04 Dec 2007
R&D Pharmaceutical Industry Intensifies Efforts To Address HIV/AIDS Threat, Including Resistance & Pediatric Needs04 Dec 2007
The New HIV Estimate For India And Its Implications04 Dec 2007
Editorials, Opinion Pieces Respond To World AIDS Day04 Dec 2007
HIV Vaccine Trial Participation Might Lead To Negative Social Consequences, Study Says04 Dec 2007
New York Gov. Spitzer Considers Imposing Mandatory Managed Care Enrollment Among HIV-Positive Medicaid Beneficiaries04 Dec 2007
Thai Government Failing To Prevent, Treat HIV/AIDS Among Injection Drug Users, Report Says04 Dec 2007
President Bush Announces Plans To Travel To Africa Next Year To Review Progress Of PEPFAR Programs04 Dec 2007
UNICEF, UNITAID Team Up To Prevent HIV Infection In Newborns04 Dec 2007
HIV-Infected Infants Respond Poorly To Childhood Vaccination04 Dec 2007

Hypertension News
Transcendental Meditation More Effective In Reducing High Blood Pressure Compared To Other Stress Reduction Programs, Study Shows05 Dec 2007
Transcendental Meditation Effective In Reducing High Blood Pressure, Study Shows05 Dec 2007
FDA Approves Diovan(R) For Treatment Of High Blood Pressure In Children04 Dec 2007
Pharmacopeia Announces Additional Positive Findings From Phase 1 Multiple Ascending Dose Study Of PS433540 (DARA)04 Dec 2007

Immune System / Vaccines News
Mandatory Flu Shots For New Jersey Preschoolers10 Dec 2007
Pathogens Use Previously Undescribed Mechanism To Sabotage Host Immune System10 Dec 2007
Parents Resist Flu Shot Requirements For Preschoolers In New Jersey09 Dec 2007
Bioject At The Forefront Of Product Development With Use Of Biojector(R) 2000 In Vical's Expanded DNA Vaccine Clinical Trial07 Dec 2007
YouTube Full Of One-Sided Anti-Vaccination Videos06 Dec 2007
Exercising Our Immune System04 Dec 2007
News From The Journal Of Clinical Investigation04 Dec 2007
Pneumococcal Vaccine Linked To Lower Costs And Reduced Hospitalizations For Children Under Two04 Dec 2007

Infectious Diseases / Bacteria / Viruses News
Infectious Disease Specialists Establish NIH-Funded Program On Fungal Infections At Pitt10 Dec 2007
Modern Health Issues Highlighted With Discovery Of Most Ancient Case Of Tuberculosis10 Dec 2007
Specialist In Tick-Borne Pathogens Receives $1.8 Million Grant10 Dec 2007
Early Detection Of Infectious Disease Outbreaks Aided By New Software09 Dec 2007
101 Suspected Ebola Fever Cases, Plus Hundreds Monitored In Uganda07 Dec 2007
National Measles Campaign Reaches Over 196,000 Children In Lesotho07 Dec 2007
Epiphany Biosciences Reports Initiation Of Phase 2 Study Of Valomaciclovir For The Treatment Of Acute Infectious Mononucleosis07 Dec 2007
Beating Hospital Yeast Infection06 Dec 2007
Purified Bacterial Extract Sprayed Into Lungs Ramps Up Innate Immune System04 Dec 2007
Humans Simply Caught In Crossfire Of Shiga Toxin04 Dec 2007
Health Secretary Reminds Kids To Stop Germs - Wash Hands04 Dec 2007
Spanish Ecologists Discover A Novel Route Of Viral Transmission04 Dec 2007

IT / Internet / E-mail News
University Of Colorado Hospital Goes Live With Centricity Perioperative System To Coordinate Surgical Services And Provide A Continuous Patient Record10 Dec 2007
Memorial Blood Centers Notifying Donors Of Possible Data Loss07 Dec 2007
Tower Hamlets PCT Uses Text Messaging To Boost Attendance For Breast Cancer Screening, UK07 Dec 2007
Studies Show Mobile Clinical Assistant From Intel And Motion Improves Care Delivery And Clinician Productivity, USA06 Dec 2007
Breeding Ground For Anti-Vaccination Views On YouTube06 Dec 2007
The Center Founder Gingrich Hosts E-Prescribing Event With Senator Kerry06 Dec 2007
Computer Calls Can Talk Couch Potatoes Into Walking, Stanford Study Finds05 Dec 2007
Robotics Lab Helps Stroke Patients With Recovery05 Dec 2007
Talyst Capital Leasing Program Provides Hospitals, Health Systems A Fast Path To Pharmacy Automation05 Dec 2007
BMJ Group Acquires Onexamination.Com, UK05 Dec 2007
UK's First Integrated Patient Record System Rolls Out From Acute To Community Sector05 Dec 2007
FDA Launches E-Mail Alert Subscription Service Through Public Web Site04 Dec 2007
Metrohealth System Goes Live On GE Healthcares Centricity Laboratory Information System04 Dec 2007

Liver Disease / Hepatitis News
Human Liver Diseases, Drug Testing Benefit From New Chimeric Mouse Model04 Dec 2007
Treating Patients With Psychiatric Disorders For Hepatitis C04 Dec 2007
In Adolescent Males New Upper Limit Defined For Normal ALT04 Dec 2007

Lung Cancer News
Potential For Blood Test To Detect Lung Cancer10 Dec 2007
Research Links Diet, Gardening And Lung Cancer Risk09 Dec 2007
AMAS Test Measures Lethal Replikin Gene Activity In Lung And Other Cancers07 Dec 2007

Lymphoma / Leukemia News
The International Myeloma Foundation Says Major Medical Conference Points To Improved Treatment And Survival Options For Blood Cancers10 Dec 2007
New Data Show Gleevec(R) Halts Progression To Advanced Stages Of Life-threatening Form Of Leukemia In Sixth Year Of Treatment10 Dec 2007
Major Phase III Data Show Zevalin® Significantly Increases Progression Free Survival In Follicular Lymphoma10 Dec 2007
Complete Response With Oblimersen Combination Improves Survival Of CLL Patients10 Dec 2007
Event-Free Survival For Leukemia Patients Improved By Vaccine10 Dec 2007
New Medicare Rule Cuts Reimbursement For Class Of Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma Treatments10 Dec 2007
Genzyme Completes Enrollment In Pivotal, Phase 2 Clinical Trial Of Clofarabine In Adult AML06 Dec 2007
National Cancer Institute Study To Determine The Optimal Time For CLL Patients To Begin Treatment05 Dec 2007
Medarex Announces Allowance Of Investigational New Drug Applications For Wholly Owned Fully Human Anti-CD19 Antibody, MDX-134205 Dec 2007
Vion Pharmaceuticals Announces Initiation Of Clinical Trial Of Cloretazine(R) (VNP40101M) In Combination With Stem Cell Transplantation05 Dec 2007
Outcomes Similar In 'Mini Transplant' Patients' When Using Related And Unrelated Donor Cells04 Dec 2007
TREANDA New Drug Application For The Treatment Of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Granted Priority Review Status By FDA04 Dec 2007

Medical Devices News
Biochip Enables Simultaneous Detection Of 5 Cell Adhesion Molecules In A Single Sample10 Dec 2007
First Automated Use Of 3-D Ultrasound In Procedure To Detect Fetal Heart Defects10 Dec 2007
Pioneering Sport PhD Courses To Include Biosensor Research To Enable Detection Of Illegal Performance-Enhancing Drugs10 Dec 2007
Evaluation Of Stem Cells' Potential For New Ways To Treat Disease - Aided By PET And Bioluminescent Imaging09 Dec 2007
Catheters Used To Unclog Arteries Can Also Treat Tears09 Dec 2007
EMD Serono Launches Easypod, New Electronic Growth Hormone Injection Device08 Dec 2007
Improved Protection For Biomedial Devices Could Result From Rutgers-Camden Research08 Dec 2007
NIMS' Motion Platform Treatments Beneficial In Patients With Heart Failure And Peripheral Arterial Disease07 Dec 2007
Smiths Medical Receives Clearance For New Safety Needle To Help Protect Clinicians And Minimize Patient Discomfort07 Dec 2007
Improving Technology Allows The Closest Look Ever At Native Human Tissue06 Dec 2007
Desert Regional Medical Center Implements Cerner RxStation To Improve Medication Management05 Dec 2007
Scientists Monitor Circulating Cells In Bloodstream Using Optical Device04 Dec 2007
Energy Supply That Drives Sperm Could Power 'Nanobot'04 Dec 2007
New Quantum Cascade Laser Chip Offers Ultra-Sensitive Chemical Sensing04 Dec 2007
Blind College Students May Benefit From New Smartpen And Paper04 Dec 2007
Sculpting 3-D Particles With Light Offers Medical Applications04 Dec 2007
Newest High-Tech Tool For Brain Disorders Employed By UCSF Medical Center04 Dec 2007
Unexpected Bacteria In Cystic Fibrosis Patients Identified By CU-Boulder Technology04 Dec 2007

Medical Malpractice / Litigation News
Nurse Who Gave Anti-Psychotic Drug To Treat Diarrhoea Struck Off, UK07 Dec 2007
One In Ten Suffers Medical Error, UK05 Dec 2007
Most Doctors Do Not Report Incompetent Colleagues, Survey04 Dec 2007

Medical Students / Training News
BMA Gearing Up For Difficult Recruitment Process, UK10 Dec 2007
Who Is Teaching Science And Mathematics? Don't Ask The Government, UK10 Dec 2007
ASH Holds A Special Symposium To Interest High School Students In Biomedical Research06 Dec 2007

Medicare / Medicaid / SCHIP News
Kaiser Daily Health Policy Report Highlights Medicaid Developments In Three States10 Dec 2007
MedPAC Approves Recommendations That Would Increase Participation In Medicare Programs For Low-Income Beneficiaries, CQ HealthBeat Reports10 Dec 2007
AMA Opposes Cost Shift For Reversal Of Medicare Physician Fee Cut10 Dec 2007
Senate Republicans Propose New Medicaid Language In SCHIP Bill10 Dec 2007
Lawmakers Doubt Agreement On SCHIP Legislation Will Be Reached, Expect To Approve Long-Term Extension07 Dec 2007
Senate Finance Committee Chair Baucus Cancels Medicare Bill Mark Up, Will Negotiate With House Democrats07 Dec 2007
NCPA Testifies Before House Small Business Committee07 Dec 2007
Seniors Nationwide Urge Senate To Reform Medicare Advantage, USA06 Dec 2007
UnitedHealth, Humana Look To Increase Enrollment In Medicare Advantage Plans06 Dec 2007
White House Threatens Veto Of Medicare Legislation06 Dec 2007
Democrats Plan To Pass Long-Term Extension Of SCHIP Unless Lawmakers Agree This Week On Legislation To Expand, Reauthorize Program06 Dec 2007
Independence Blue Cross Announces End Of No-Cost Generic Drug Program05 Dec 2007
Medicare Rx Plans To Cover Fewer Medications Next Year05 Dec 2007
Leavitt Issues Requests For Medicare Reform Package05 Dec 2007
CMS Begins Third Annual Medicare Provider Satisfaction Survey , USA04 Dec 2007
Statement By Mike Leavitt, Secretary Of Health And Human Services, Regarding Medicare Physician Payment Legislation And Health Information Technology04 Dec 2007
AMA Backs Roxon On Moves To Simplify Medicare, Australia04 Dec 2007
Letters To Editor Address New York Times Hospice Article04 Dec 2007
Alabama Medicaid Budget Remains Unknown, Commissioner Says04 Dec 2007
SCHIP Legislation Contains Loopholes That Would Allow Undocumented Immigrants To Enroll, Analysis Shows04 Dec 2007
SCHIP, Appropriations Bills Remain Top Issues On Congress' Agenda As Lawmakers Return From Thanksgiving Recess04 Dec 2007
CMS Begins Third Annual Medicare Provider Satisfaction Survey, USA04 Dec 2007

Mental Health News
In Wake Of Omaha Shooting, Mental Health America Provides Tips To Holiday Shoppers To Ease Anxieties08 Dec 2007
Mind Comments On Shocking True Picture Of Mixed-Sex Wards And Racial Discrimination In NHS, UK07 Dec 2007
Mental Healthcare In 2007: A Bleak Picture? UK07 Dec 2007
Local Charity Soldiers Of Love Launches Peer Specialist Program To Aid Mental Health Crisis In New Orleans06 Dec 2007
JAMA Commentary Discusses Effects Of Natural, Manmade Disasters On Mental Health Worldwide06 Dec 2007
Mental Illnesses Reported By 17% Of New Orleans Residents After Hurricane Katrina, Study Finds06 Dec 2007
Healthcare Commission's State Of Healthcare 2007 Report Causes Concern, Says The Mental Health Foundation, UK05 Dec 2007
Rep. Holt Calls For Passage Of Mental Health Parity Legislation04 Dec 2007

MRI / PET / Ultrasound News
GE Healthcare Licenses Rights To Ultrasound Diagnostic Protocol Developed By Eastern Virginia Medical School Obstetrician10 Dec 2007
New Image Guided Radiotherapy System Benefits High Risk Patients09 Dec 2007
Trauma & Routine Assessments Enhanced With World's First Adaptive CT07 Dec 2007
World's Most Powerful MRI Ready To Scan Human Brain05 Dec 2007
World's Most Powerful MRI Ready To Scan Human Brain05 Dec 2007

MRSA / Drug Resistance News
Decoy Makes Sitting Duck Of Superbugs09 Dec 2007