password
username
Sponsored by CakeMail, an email marketing software
Newsletter preview

Dear Subscriber,
Welcome to the latest Medical News Today Newsletter. Here are your medical news links from the past 7 days (below).
To *** from our newsletter, or to alter any of your subscription details (name,e-mail address etc) please see http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/newsletters.php?changemydetails=y .
You can also customise your newsletter for the therapy areas you want to receive news on. (E.G diabetes, ADHD etc)!

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
SPONSORED LINK

Have our newsfeed in your website
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/newsfeeds.php

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Abortion News
Kansas Judge Denies DA's Motion To Disqualify Planned Parenthood Attorneys From Abortion Case21 Jan 2008
Huckabee Compares Differing State Laws On Abortion Rights To Differing Slavery Laws21 Jan 2008
ADF Files Lawsuit Claiming Calif. School Prevented Student From Forming Antiabortion Club18 Jan 2008
U.S. Abortion Rate Lowest Since 1974, Guttmacher Report Says18 Jan 2008
Actions Taken On Abortion-Related Legislation In Kentucky, Tennessee16 Jan 2008
Indiana Committees Take Action On Abortion, Pharmacy-Related Legislation15 Jan 2008

ADHD News
Finding The Causes Of ADHD - New Study Launched By Norwegian Institute Of Public Health21 Jan 2008

Aid / Disasters News
Hundreds Of Thousands Of Children Suffer The Consequences Of The Post-election Crisis In Kenya17 Jan 2008
Kenya: Helping Older People In The Wake Of Violence17 Jan 2008
WFP Food Is Distributed In Nairobi Slums And To Kenyan Refugees In Uganda16 Jan 2008
Red Cross And HOPE Worldwide Partner To Curtail Home Fires15 Jan 2008
Largest Number Of Donors Ever Set Fund-Raising Record For UNFPA15 Jan 2008

Allergy News
FSA Action On Food Allergies, UK18 Jan 2008
Improved Understanding Of How Allergic Reactions Are Triggered15 Jan 2008

Alzheimer's / Dementia News
Insight Into Alzheimer's Disease Provided By Engineered Mice20 Jan 2008
EPIX Pharmaceuticals Announces Updated Results From Phase 2a Clinical Trial Of PRX-03140 In Alzheimer's Disease18 Jan 2008
Evidence Found For Genes That Affect Risk Of Developing Alzheimer's Disease18 Jan 2008
Alzheimer's Molecule Is A Smart Speed Bump On The Nerve Cell Transport Highway18 Jan 2008
Brain Protein Reduces Alzheimer's Plaques In Mice18 Jan 2008
A ''Yes/No'' Blood Test For Alzheimer's?18 Jan 2008
Cholesterol Lowering Drugs May Not Prevent Alzheimer's Disease17 Jan 2008
Portable Device Quickly Detects Early Alzheimer's17 Jan 2008
Awards For Drug Discovery Research For Frontotemporal Dementia Announced17 Jan 2008
'Instant' Alzheimer's Drug Claim16 Jan 2008
Teva Announces Tentative Approval Of Generic Aricept(R) Tablets16 Jan 2008
New Method Developed To Identify Genetic Determinants Of Alzheimer's Disease15 Jan 2008

Anxiety / Stress News
Post Traumatic Stress Has Trebled Among Combat-exposed Military Personnel21 Jan 2008
Workplace Bullying Rife - Rising Stress Levels Hit The Health Of The Nation And The Economy, UK16 Jan 2008

Arthritis News
Modified-Release Prednisone Reduces Morning Stiffness In Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis (Capra-1 Trial)21 Jan 2008
VGX Pharmaceuticals Receives FDA Clearance To Commence Clinical Trials Of VGX-1027, A Novel Oral Drug With Potent Anti-inflammatory Activity16 Jan 2008

Autism News
Substantial Role In Autism Played By Chromosomal Abnormalities18 Jan 2008
National Conference On Autism To Be Held In Southwest Florida17 Jan 2008
The Garden City Group, Inc. Makes Donation To Autism Speaks16 Jan 2008

Bio-terrorism / Terrorism News
Universal Detection Technology Selected By The US Department Of Homeland Security To Train First Responders In Bioterrorism Detection15 Jan 2008

Biology / Biochemistry News
Scientists Discover New Method Of Observing Interactions In Nanoscale Systems19 Jan 2008
High-Risk Plant Pathogen In Atmosphere To Be Studied Using Small, Unmanned Aircraft19 Jan 2008
News From The Journal Of Clinical Investigation18 Jan 2008
Glycoscience Now Hotbed Of Medical Research18 Jan 2008
Shedding Light On Protein-Drug Interactions16 Jan 2008
Amazing Longevity Reported In Simple Organism Suggests Strategies For Increasing Human Lifespan15 Jan 2008
New Buffer Resists PH Change, Even As Temperature Drops15 Jan 2008
New Particle Can Explain All Forces Of Nature15 Jan 2008
Development Of Enzyme Mimics Funded By $5 Million Grant15 Jan 2008
Heart Rhythm Can Be Adversely Affected By Celecoxib15 Jan 2008
Molecular Evolution Of Limb Length15 Jan 2008
The Same Rules Determine Number Of Offspring, Whether It Is Wildebeest Or Malaria Parasite15 Jan 2008
10 Fold Life Span Extension Reported In Simple Organism15 Jan 2008

Bipolar News
Psychological Interventions Are Effective In Mood Swings17 Jan 2008

Bird Flu / Avian Flu News
India Bird Flu Cull Hampered18 Jan 2008
GelVac(TM) Nasal Powder H5N1 (Bird Flu) Influenza Vaccine Passes Preclinical Toxicology Studies16 Jan 2008
Juvaris BioTherapeutics Announces Cooperative Research And Development Agreement With The Centers For Disease Control And Prevention16 Jan 2008

Blood / Hematology News
US Food And Drug Administration Approves RECOTHROM™21 Jan 2008
FDA Approves ZymoGenetics' RECOTHROMTM Thrombin, Topical (Recombinant)21 Jan 2008
Sickle Cell Disease Pain Prevalence And Severity Higher Than Previous Estimates [Includes Video]18 Jan 2008
FDA Approves Sealant To Control Bleeding During Surgery17 Jan 2008
Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Launches B12, Folate, And Ferritin Tests On Its Dimension Vista Intelligent Lab System17 Jan 2008
Minor Injury Linked To Blood Clot, UK17 Jan 2008
King Pharmaceuticals Reports FDA Approval Of Revised Labeling Regarding Purity Of THROMBIN-JMI(R)16 Jan 2008
Court Sets June Trial Date In Patent Litigation16 Jan 2008
Pharmion Submits European Marketing Authorization Application (MAA) For Vidaza(R) In Patients With Higher Risk Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS)15 Jan 2008

Bones / Orthopaedics News
Year-Long Nurse Mentorship Program To Address Evolving Needs In Care And Management Of Rheumatic Diseases21 Jan 2008
Annual Bone Fracture Rate Almost 4% And Double Previous Estimates, UK21 Jan 2008
Value Of Drugs For Pre-osteoporosis Exaggerated21 Jan 2008
Many Osteoporosis Medications Prevent Fractures But Little Evidence To Support Differentiation Based On Effectiveness18 Jan 2008
Scoliosis Screening Should Make The Grade In Schools17 Jan 2008
Orthovita Submits 510(k) Application To FDA For The Use Of CORTOSS(R) Bone Augmentation Material In Vertebral Augmentation17 Jan 2008
Fixing Wrist Fractures Without A Cast16 Jan 2008
Risk Of Bone Necrosis Tripled By Popular Osteoporosis Drugs15 Jan 2008
Knee Replacement Options Expanding15 Jan 2008
Knee Arthroscopy Gets Patients Back On Their Feet Fast15 Jan 2008
Low Testosterone Among Over 60s Men Linked To Fracture Risk15 Jan 2008
Phase III Data Published For Once Monthly Dose Of Risedronate To Treat Postmenopausal Osteoporosis15 Jan 2008
Tendon Grafts Deliver Gene Therapy15 Jan 2008

Breast Cancer News
5% Of Breast Surgery Patients Become Infected At Incision Site21 Jan 2008
NICE Guidelines On Breast Cancer Follow-Up Need Urgent Revision, UK21 Jan 2008
Good News For Breast Cancer Patients Resistant To Tamoxifen21 Jan 2008
Many Child Tumours Indicate Increased Maternal Breast Cancer Risk21 Jan 2008
Inhibiton Therapeutics Provides Update For ICA-1 Compound In-Vitro Testing In Breast Cancer Cell Lines18 Jan 2008
Celsion To Proceed With Phase II Pivotal Breast Cancer Trial After Receiving Supportive FDA Response17 Jan 2008
Black Women Get Breast Cancer Two Decades Earlier Than White Women17 Jan 2008
Half Of Breast Cancer Tumors Have Molecular 'Achilles Heel'16 Jan 2008
More Clues About BRCA1's Role In Breast Cancer Provided By New Pathway16 Jan 2008
Kosan Initiates Phase 2 Trial Of Alvespimycin, Second-Generation Hsp90 Inhibitor, In HER2-Positive Metastatic Breast Cancer16 Jan 2008
Breast Cancer Spread 'Halted'16 Jan 2008
Risk Of Lobular Breast Cancer Increased Fourfold After Just 3 Years Of Combined HRT16 Jan 2008
Cancer Charities Join Forces To Launch New Trial For Women With An Aggressive Type Of Breast Cancer, UK16 Jan 2008
FDA Approves New Genetic Test For Breast Cancer Patients15 Jan 2008
Abnormal Proteins In Saliva Identify Breast Cancer, Benign Tumor Cells, Study Finds15 Jan 2008

Cancer / Oncology News
15th International Conference On Cancer Nursing Singapore, August 17-21, 200821 Jan 2008
NFCR Scientists Open New Research Field To Find The Causes Of Cancer21 Jan 2008
Elekta Announces First Two Clinical Sites Using VMAT Cancer Treatment Capability21 Jan 2008
News From Mayo Clinic Proceedings21 Jan 2008
ThromboGenics And BioInvent Receive Approval To Begin Clinical Trials Of TB 403 For The Treatment Of Cancer19 Jan 2008
Adolescents Don't Get Same Access To Latest Treatments As Younger Patients, Cancer Study Finds19 Jan 2008
Scientists Discover Virus Linked To Deadly Skin Cancer18 Jan 2008
Transcription In Normal Cells Driven By Cancer Stem Cell Marker18 Jan 2008
Substance To Fight Neuroblastoma Found In Plant Pathogen18 Jan 2008
Adherex Announces Phase IIb Expansion Of ADH-1 Combination Study In Melanoma18 Jan 2008
Role Of Cancer Stem Cell Marker Uncovered: Controlling Gene Expression18 Jan 2008
Groundbreaking Medical Device Helps Woman Win Battle Against Cancer18 Jan 2008
New Study Shows That Fitness Trumps Fatness In Determining Risk Of Cancer Death In Men18 Jan 2008
Cancer - The Right Treatment For The Right Person18 Jan 2008
Study Of Fu-Zheng-Jie-Du-Decoction Action On PTEN Expression In Hepatocellular Carcinoma17 Jan 2008
Determine What Tests You Need To Find Cancer Early With The Great American Health Check17 Jan 2008
Cancer Research UK Invests 10m Pounds In Drug Discovery17 Jan 2008
Three Novel Approaches To Curing Cancer Win New Damon Runyon - Rachleff Innovation Award17 Jan 2008
Actions Taken On Cancer Screening-Related Legislation In California, Virginia17 Jan 2008
SGX Initiates Phase I Trials For SGX52317 Jan 2008
IntraOp's Mobetron Helps Save Ohio Woman Diagnosed With Recurrent Liposarcoma17 Jan 2008
Successful OCT Imaging Of Oral Cancer Tissue Announced By MDL And UCH, UK17 Jan 2008
Cancer Therapy Pioneer Folkman Dies, Age 7416 Jan 2008
Children's Hospital Cancer Study Finds Adolescents And Young Adults Don't Get Same Access To Cutting-Edge Treatment As Younger Patients16 Jan 2008
Cancer Prevention Research And Glowing Fruit Flies15 Jan 2008
Single-Agent Chemotherapy Still Preferred To Biological Therapies For Treatment Of Metastatic Melanoma15 Jan 2008
Cancer Experts: Breastfeeding Protects Mothers, Children15 Jan 2008

Cardiovascular / Cardiology News
St. Jude Medical Distributes Programmer Software Upgrade To Eliminate Low-Frequency Anomaly21 Jan 2008
Increased Risk Of Heart Attack Or Stroke For Patients Who Are Resistant To Aspirin, UK21 Jan 2008
World's Biggest Heart Model Simulated At Universite De Montreal21 Jan 2008
Teva Announces Approval Of Pravastatin Sodium Tablets, 80 Mg21 Jan 2008
ECardio Diagnostics Launches Exclusive Cardiac Event Monitoring Features And Services21 Jan 2008
Suppressing Overactive Immune System May Help Heart Failure Patients20 Jan 2008
European Summit On Cardiovascular Disease Prevention19 Jan 2008
Modifying The Immune System Can Help Heal Patients With Heart Failure19 Jan 2008
St. Jude Medical Announces FDA And European CE Mark Approvals Of Durata Defibrillation Lead, USA18 Jan 2008
Air Pollution May Cause Heart Disease; Nano-Sized Particles Most Damaging18 Jan 2008
Boehringer Ingelheim Announces Enrollment Is Complete For The Largest Atrial Fibrillation Outcomes Trial The RE-LY(TM) Study18 Jan 2008
Calcium Pills And Heart Risk - NHS Response18 Jan 2008
Boehringer Ingelheim Announces Enrolment Completion Of The Largest Atrial Fibrillation Outcomes Trial - The RE-LY(TM) Study18 Jan 2008
St. Jude Medical Announces U.S. Clearance For Cardiac Image Integration Software17 Jan 2008
NitroMed To End Promotion Of Heart Failure Medication Specifically Approved For Blacks17 Jan 2008
13 Million Dollar Federal Grant For Research Into Vascular Disease Awarded To Weill Cornell17 Jan 2008
Fully Automated, Irrigated Tip Radiofrequency Ablation System With Remote Navigation Receives FDA Approval17 Jan 2008
Calcium Supplements May Increase Risk Of Heart Attack In Older Women16 Jan 2008
Anthera Announces Preliminary Positive Results From Once-Daily A-002 Phase II Cardiovascular Trial16 Jan 2008
Universite De Montreal Researchers Simulate World's Largest Heart Model Using SGI Technology16 Jan 2008
First Patient Enrolled In Cogentus Pharmaceuticals' Pivotal Phase 3 Trial Of Novel Combination Medicine16 Jan 2008
Patients Treated With Lipitor Were Significantly Less Likely To Have A Cardiovascular Event Than Those Treated With Simvastatin, New Study Shows16 Jan 2008
First Head To Head Study Comparing Crestor And Lipitor(R) Effects On The Treatment Of Atherosclerosis16 Jan 2008
Technology Innovations And Community Teaching Initiatives Combine To Buoy Survival In Hospitals And The Community15 Jan 2008
Atherosclerosis, Weight Gain Could Be Reduced By Lipoic Acid15 Jan 2008
Anyone Can Save A Life: Researchers Lead National Efforts To Improve CPR Quality15 Jan 2008
Scientists 'Grow' Hearts15 Jan 2008

Caregivers / Homecare News
Moffitt Study Seeks Caregivers For Senior Cancer Patients, USA15 Jan 2008

Cervical Cancer / HPV Vaccine News
Expertise Of Operators Of Pre-Operative Ultrasound Could Be Crucial To Decrease The Number Of Major Operations For Women With Suspected Ovarian Cancer21 Jan 2008
Leading Insurer Stresses Protection During Cervical Cancer Awareness Month21 Jan 2008
Pap Tests As Important As Ever For Cervical Health18 Jan 2008
Cancer Vaccine Showing Promise In Ovarian Trials17 Jan 2008
French High Council For Public Health Recommends HPV Vaccine Gardasil Over Cervarix17 Jan 2008
RCOG Consumer's Forum Free Public Lecture: Can Cervical Cancer Be Prevented? UK16 Jan 2008
National Cervical Cancer Coalition (NCCC) State Chapters To Provide Parents With Educational Forum To Discuss Cervical Cancer And HPV Vaccines16 Jan 2008
Nventa Completes Evaluation Of Second Cohort In HspE7 Phase 1 Cervical Dysplasia Trial15 Jan 2008

Cholesterol News
Study Prompts Patients To Question Whether They Should Continue Use Of Vytorin18 Jan 2008
PreMD Announces FDA Decision On POC Skin Cholesterol Test16 Jan 2008
Cleveland Clinic To Lead First Head-to-Head Comparison Of The Two Most Potent Statins16 Jan 2008

Clinical Trials / Drug Trials News
Leading Psychiatric Medical Associations Call For Clinical Trials Registry18 Jan 2008
New Phase Of Additional Funds To Support Clinical Trials Methods, UK17 Jan 2008
Antidepressant Trials Are Selectively Reported, Study17 Jan 2008
Vytorin Results Disappointing, Experts Say Don't Panic16 Jan 2008

Colorectal Cancer News
Surgeons Remove Large Tumor, Transplant Bowel Back Into Patient19 Jan 2008
Colon Cancer Gene Reveals New Function18 Jan 2008

Complementary Medicine / Alternative Medicine News
Spice Slashes Blood Sugar Levels18 Jan 2008

Conferences News
IBC Announces Conference: The 2nd International Biology, Preclinical And Beyond In India And China15 Jan 2008

Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery News
New York Times Examines Duration Of Breast Implants, Health Risks Of Reoperation21 Jan 2008

Crohn's News
FDA Approves Tysabri® For The Treatment Of Moderate-To-Severe Crohn's Disease21 Jan 2008
FDA Approves Tysabri To Treat Moderate-To-Severe Crohn's Disease15 Jan 2008

Dentistry News
Chief Dental Officer "In Denial" Says Dental Practitioners Association, UK21 Jan 2008
Top National Honor To Be Awarded To LSUHSC Dental School19 Jan 2008
BDA Response To Citizens Advice Access Survey, UK16 Jan 2008

Depression News
Depression And Anxiety Can Double Chances Of Coronary Artery Disease21 Jan 2008
Withdrawal Symptoms From Paroxetine May Last For A Long Time17 Jan 2008
Does It Help To Continue Antidepressant Drug Treatment For Preventing Recurrence In Depression?17 Jan 2008
Women And Men Doctors Have Divergent Views On Women And Depression17 Jan 2008
CeNeRx BioPharma Announces Successful Completion Of Phase L Clinical Program For Novel Antidepressant Agent Tyrima(TM)17 Jan 2008
Depression Stems From Both Nature And Nurture16 Jan 2008
Gabriel Sciences Receives NIH SBIR Grant For Development Of Antidepressant16 Jan 2008
Mothers And Children Needed For Depression Study, University Of Pittsburgh15 Jan 2008

Dermatology News
Innovative Cold Sore Treatment Device Virulite Comes To US21 Jan 2008
Abbott's HUMIRA® (adalimumab) Receives FDA Approval For Moderate To Severe Chronic Plaque Psoriasis21 Jan 2008
Neutralizing IL-22 Prevents Psoriasis In Mice20 Jan 2008
Abbott's HUMIRA(R) (adalimumab) Receives FDA Approval For Moderate To Severe Chronic Plaque Psoriasis19 Jan 2008
CDC To Launch Study On Unexplained Illness18 Jan 2008
New Study Reports Enbrel(R) (Etanercept) Significantly Improved Moderate To Severe Plaque Psoriasis In Children And Adolescents18 Jan 2008
AA Advanced Technology, Inc. Receives FDA Approval For MesoDerm(R)18 Jan 2008
Clinical Trial To Treat Rare Skin Disorder With SiRNA Technology18 Jan 2008
Improved Quality Of Life Offered By New Drug For Children With Psoriasis17 Jan 2008
Medela Healthcare, Inc. Launches Institutional Wound Therapy Rental Program17 Jan 2008
Isolagen Inc. Completes Injections Of Isolagen Therapy(TM) In Phase III Wrinkle And Phase II Full Face Studies16 Jan 2008
CollaGenex Pharmaceuticals Initiates Phase 2 Dose-Finding Study Of Becocalcidiol For The Treatment Of Psoriasis15 Jan 2008
RADIESSE More Effective Than Resty*** As Reported In A 60-Patient Clinical Trial15 Jan 2008

Diabetes News
American Diabetes Association (ADA), Members Of The Congressional Diabetes Caucus To Hold Briefing On Devastating Toll Of Diabetes21 Jan 2008
Click For Diabetes - Join Internet Fundraising Challenge, UK21 Jan 2008
Welchol(TM) (colesevelam HCl) Receives FDA Approval To Reduce Blood Glucose In Adults With Type 2 Diabetes19 Jan 2008
GSK Does Not Option XL784 For Further Development19 Jan 2008
Diamyd Medical: 30-Months Results From DIAMYD(R) Type 1 Diabetes Trial To Be Presented In Hannover18 Jan 2008
Genaera Begins Dosing Second Phase 1 Trial Of Type 2 Diabetes And Obesity Compound Trodusquemine (MSI-1436)18 Jan 2008
Transplanted Pig Cell Islets: A Solution For Diabetes Sufferers? USA18 Jan 2008
Insulin News That's Easy To Swallow18 Jan 2008
"I'm A Happier Person Than I Was Before" - American Diabetes Association17 Jan 2008
Marvel LifeSciences Ltd Withdraws Its Marketing Authorisation Applications For Insulin Human Rapid Marvel, Insulin Human Long Marvel16 Jan 2008
Autoimmune Diabetes Triggered By Immunity-Controlling T-cells As They Wane With Age16 Jan 2008
Annals Of Family Medicine January/February 200815 Jan 2008
Research To Improve Diabetes Management, UK15 Jan 2008
Diabetes UK Careline Scotland Launched15 Jan 2008

Eating Disorders News
Is Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation A New Treatment Of Bulimia Nervosa?19 Jan 2008

Endocrinology News
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome And Morning Cortisol Response18 Jan 2008
Thyroid Disease 101: Ten Facts Doctors Forget To Tell Patients17 Jan 2008

Epilepsy News
Keppra XR(TM) Extended- Release Tablets Filed With The FDA17 Jan 2008
"Speaking Out For Epilepsy" Podcast, USA15 Jan 2008

Eye Health / Blindness News
New Way To Produce High-Vitamin Corn Could Improve Eye Health And Nutrition In Developing Countries20 Jan 2008
Face Facts: People Don't Stand Out In Crowds19 Jan 2008
Grant For Vision-Threatening Conditions Received By University Hospitals Case Medical Center Ophthalmology19 Jan 2008
Enhancing Digital Television Viewing For Visually-Impaired19 Jan 2008
New Implantable Lenses Can Reduce The Need For Glasses After Cataract Surgery18 Jan 2008
Dark Or Yellow Leafy Vegetables Reduced Risk Of Cataracts17 Jan 2008
Academy, Along With ABO And OMIC, Establish New Performance Improvement Taskforce17 Jan 2008
St. Jude Defines Eye Cancer Gene's Role In Retinal Development17 Jan 2008
Blind People In Cumbria Get Free Computer Classes, UK16 Jan 2008
Seeing The World Differently - Vitalise Launches New Holiday Brochure For Visually Impaired People, UK15 Jan 2008

Fertility News
Go Ahead For Human-Animal Embryo Hybrids, UK21 Jan 2008
Colleges Say NHS Should Fund Fertility Services For Cancer Patients, UK15 Jan 2008

Flu / Cold / SARS News
Boots Claims The British Workforce Is Left Feeling Cold And Confused17 Jan 2008
Efficacy Of M2 Vaccines Increased By Cell Death Suppression16 Jan 2008
Increase In Influenza-like Illness, Ireland15 Jan 2008
Anadis' Milk-Based Anti-Influenza (Flu) Virus Antibodies To Provide Immediate Immunity15 Jan 2008

GastroIntestinal / Gastroenterology News
What Are The Essential Characteristics Of Serum PG In Chinese?20 Jan 2008
A Promising New Approach To Cadmium Induced Hepatoxicity: Cytoprotective Effect Of Midkine20 Jan 2008
Studying Penetration Of The Gastrointestinal Tract By Salmonella Enteritidis19 Jan 2008
Means Of Controlling Parasite That Kills And Eats Human Cells18 Jan 2008
Oxoid IDEIA Viral Gastroenteritis Panel Allows Rapid Diagnosis Of Norovirus And Other Leading Causes Of Viral Gastroenteritis18 Jan 2008
Osteoporosis In Gastric Cancer Survivors17 Jan 2008
New Research Offers Potential To Protect Patients From Liver Injury After Abdomen Surgery17 Jan 2008
Cryptosporidiosis - Are We Winning The Battle? UK17 Jan 2008
Study Sheds Important New Light On Inherited Disorder Causing Iron Overload17 Jan 2008
Young Cancer Doctors To Be Recognized For Important Contributions To Gastrointestinal Cancers Research16 Jan 2008
Metabolism Affected By Probiotics New Study Finds16 Jan 2008
Chewing Gum Health Scare15 Jan 2008

Genetics News
Gene Networks In Animal Development And Evolution Feb. 15 And 1621 Jan 2008
Current Thinking Challenged By Researcher In RNA Biology21 Jan 2008
Researchers Find Tiny Genetic Differences Have Huge Consequences21 Jan 2008
NIH Advisory Panel Report Notes Lack Of Regulation, Oversight For Genetic Tests21 Jan 2008
Polynesians Have Little Genetic Relationship To Me***sians, Genome Scan Shows20 Jan 2008
Genetic Diversity Of European Americans And Disease Gene Mapping18 Jan 2008
Genetic Testing Named As Official Journal Of Genetic Alliance18 Jan 2008
Unique Protection From DNA Damage Inferred By Evolution Of Human Genome's 'Guardian'17 Jan 2008
10-Fold Life Span Extension Reported In Baker's Yeast17 Jan 2008
First Commercial Genetic Test For Male Baldness Being Launched17 Jan 2008
Scientists Associate Six New Genetic Variants With Heart Disease Risk Factor16 Jan 2008
Should Children Be Permitted To Get Genetic Testing For BRCA 1 / 2 Mutations?16 Jan 2008
Researchers Uncover New Piece To The Puzzle Of Human Height15 Jan 2008

Headache / Migraine News
POZEN Submits Human Lymphocyte Study For Treximet™ (Formerly Known As Trexima™)17 Jan 2008
MAP Pharmaceuticals Reaches Agreement With FDA On Special Protocol Assessment For MAP0004 Phase 3 Clinical Trial In Patients With Migraine17 Jan 2008

Health Insurance / Medical Insurance News
Empire Bluecross Blueshield Partnership With Consumer Health Services Inc. Provides Members With Expanded Access To Care And In-Network Coverage21 Jan 2008
Blue Cross And Blue Shield Of North Carolina Sheds Light On Medical Costs - Publishing Typical Costs For Hundreds Of Visits, Procedures And Diseases21 Jan 2008
Pennsylvania Gov. Rendell Tries To Push Cover All Pennsylvanians Program Funding Through Legislature21 Jan 2008
GM To Offer Buyout To 46,000 Employees To Open Jobs For New Workers Who Will Receive Lower Wages, Reduced Benefits21 Jan 2008
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Launches Reward Program For Physicians18 Jan 2008
USA Today Examines Legal Barrier Faced By U.S. States, Cities To Provide Universal Health Care18 Jan 2008
AMA To Triple Spending For Campaign To Promote Issue Of Uninsured In Presidential Election18 Jan 2008
Georgia's PeachCare To Receive Enough Federal Funding To Prevent Shortfall17 Jan 2008
Labor Department Regulatory Guidelines For Wellness Plans Likely To Prevent Employers From Making Health Coverage More Costly For Unhealthy Workers17 Jan 2008
House Speaker Pelosi Holds Forum To Address Long-Term Health Care Issues17 Jan 2008
New Study Highlights Deficiencies Of Governor Blunt's Proposal To Provide Health Coverage To Uninsured Missourians, USA16 Jan 2008
Nurses, Patients March On CIGNA Forum To Protest Insurance Industry Abuse Of Patients16 Jan 2008
Doctors Give Massachusetts Health Reform A Failing Grade - Poor Early Outcomes Raise Red Flags, Only Private Insurers Profit16 Jan 2008
Most U.S. Adults Support Health Insurance Mandate With Government Subsidies For Some, Survey Finds16 Jan 2008
USA Today Examines Early Retirees' Access To Health Insurance16 Jan 2008
Health Insurers To Refuse Payment, Billing For Care Related To Hospital Errors16 Jan 2008
AHRQ Releases Consumer Financial Incentives Guide For Employers And Other Health Care Purchasers16 Jan 2008
New Reports Examine Candidates' Plans, Public's Views Regarding Health Care Reform And 2008 Elections16 Jan 2008
Officials In Kansas, Missouri, New Mexico Discuss Efforts To Expand Health Coverage15 Jan 2008
Budget Deficits Might Force Some States To Reduce Funds For Health Care Programs, Find New Revenue Sources15 Jan 2008
Businesses Increasingly Auditing Employees To Ensure Dependents Eligible For Health Insurance15 Jan 2008
Kaiser Daily Health Policy Report Features Recent Developments In The Presidential Campaign Related To Health Care15 Jan 2008
Health Insurance For The Poor In Africa15 Jan 2008

Hearing / Deafness News
The Brain Activity Behind Tinnitus Uncovered16 Jan 2008

HIV / AIDS News
FDA Approves New HIV Drug After Priority Review21 Jan 2008
Thompson Does Not 'Appreciate,' 'Understand' Importance Of PEPFAR As Foreign Policy Tool, Opinion Piece Says21 Jan 2008
Global South Countries Increasing Health, Development Cooperation21 Jan 2008
Indonesian Fishermen At Increased Risk Of HIV Because Of Social, Cultural Factors, Study Says21 Jan 2008
School Attendance Might Reduce HIV Risk Among Youth In Rural South Africa, Study Says21 Jan 2008
More Than 25% Of Scottish Residents Cannot Identify Main Routes Of HIV Transmission, Survey Finds21 Jan 2008
HIV Peptide's Possible Pathway Into The Cell Revealed By Researchers18 Jan 2008
San Francisco HIV Prevention Officials Discuss Higher HIV Prevalence Among Black MSM18 Jan 2008
Not Everyone, Who Becomes Infected With HIV, Originates From A 'High Risk' Group, Canada18 Jan 2008
Quality Of Life, As Important As Life Itself18 Jan 2008
Women Living In Rural Areas Of Zimbabwe Have Limited Access To Antiretrovirals, Groups Say18 Jan 2008
Pacific Magazine Profiles Oceania Society For Sexual Health, HIV Medicine18 Jan 2008
UNICEF Calls On Religious Leaders In Asia-Pacific To Fight HIV-Associated Stigma, Discrimination Among Children18 Jan 2008
United Nations Launches $40M Appeal To Provide Services To People Affected By Violence In Kenya, Including People Living With HIV/AIDS18 Jan 2008
Washington, D.C., Public Health Officials Pledge To Implement HIV/AIDS Curriculum By Fall 200818 Jan 2008
A 'Social Vaccine' Against AIDS: Keeping Young South Africans In School17 Jan 2008
Encouraging Teens To Receive HIV Test 'Much Easier' With Guarantee Of Privacy, Editorial Says17 Jan 2008
Progenics Initiates Phase 2 Clinical Trials For PRO 140, A Novel HIV Antibody Therapy17 Jan 2008
Reuters Profiles School For HIV-Positive Children In India17 Jan 2008
Zimbabwe National Traditional Healers' Association Launches Registry Of Practitioners Treating HIV/AIDS17 Jan 2008
Many Young People In Cameroon Do Not Retrieve HIV Test Results, Researchers Say17 Jan 2008
San Francisco-Area Group Donates Hospital Equipment To Ethiopian Health Centers In Effort To Fight HIV/AIDS, Other Diseases17 Jan 2008
Keeping Young South Africans In School: A "Social Vaccine" Against AIDS17 Jan 2008
HIV Shifting From Most To Least Educated In Sub-Saharan Africa16 Jan 2008
One-Third Of Women With Only One Sexual Partner Contract HPV Within A Year, Study Finds16 Jan 2008
Lifting Federal Ban On Needle-Exchange Programs Will Help Fight HIV/AIDS In Baltimore, Letter To Editor Says16 Jan 2008
British Soldiers, Civilian Contractors Undergo HIV, Hepatitis C Screenings After Receiving Blood That Was Not Properly Screened16 Jan 2008
Washington, D.C., Community Groups To Hold Meeting Focused On HIV/AIDS16 Jan 2008
HHS Secretary Leavitt Says U.S. Committed To Helping Eradicate HIV/AIDS In India16 Jan 2008
Researchers Report That Existing Antiretroviral Drugs May Thwart Vaginal HIV Transmission15 Jan 2008
Arizona Hispanic Group Reverses Decision To End HIV/AIDS Services Through Ryan White Program15 Jan 2008
Fight Against HIV/AIDS In U.S., New York City 'Far From Over,' Editorial Says15 Jan 2008
Majority Of New York City Adults At Increased Risk Of HIV Transmission Think They Are Not At Risk, Survey Says15 Jan 2008
California Gov. Schwarzenegger Proposes FY 2008 Budget, Includes Funding Levels For HIV/AIDS Services15 Jan 2008
Ghana AIDS Commission Launches Condom-Distribution Program Ahead Of African Cup Of Nations15 Jan 2008
WHO Recommends More Than 4M Workers Be Hired To Provide HIV/AIDS Services In Developing Countries15 Jan 2008
Potential Efficacy Of HIV Prevention Strategy Shown In Mouse Model15 Jan 2008

Hypertension News
Adding Lipitor Early To Effective Blood Pressure Treatment Provided A Significant Reduction In Heart Attacks Or Deaths From Heart Attacks Over 5 Years18 Jan 2008

Immune System / Vaccines News
New Player In Innate Immune Response Discovered By Scientists17 Jan 2008
Doctor Prescribes 10 Life-Saving Inoculations For Adults17 Jan 2008
Get Your Shots Before Heading To Summer Olympics17 Jan 2008
Innovative Smaller, Cheaper, 1-Dose Vaccines16 Jan 2008
New Way To Block Destructive Rush Of Immune Cells15 Jan 2008

Infectious Diseases / Bacteria / Viruses News
Researcher, Magnet Lab Receive 2-Million Dollars Grant To Target Tuberculosis21 Jan 2008
Controlling Schistosomiasis: Buffalo Or Snails?21 Jan 2008
A Tricky Tumor Virus: Epstein-Barr Virus Reprograms The Biological Properties Of A Signal Protein Of Its Host Cells19 Jan 2008
Can Hantavirus Infection Spread Among Humans?19 Jan 2008
Abbott Announces Approval Of First Fully Automated Blood Screening Test For HTLV-I/HTLV-II19 Jan 2008
$2 Million Grant To Target Tuberculosis19 Jan 2008
Researchers Identify A Way To Control Parasite That Eats And Kills Human Cells18 Jan 2008
First Two Cases Of XDR-TB Confirmed In Botswana, Ministry Of Health Say18 Jan 2008
Viroporins, Membrane Permeabilizing Proteins Of The Poliomyelitis Virus17 Jan 2008
New Data Show Menveo(TM) To Be The First Quadrivalent Meningococcal Vaccine To Provide Immunogenicity In Infants16 Jan 2008
News From The Public Library Of Science15 Jan 2008
Physician Reporting Of Emerging Outbreaks Increased By Simple Online Methods15 Jan 2008

Irritable-Bowel Syndrome News
Scientists Uncover New Potential Treatment For Inflammatory Bowel Disease15 Jan 2008

IT / Internet / E-mail News
HIT Definitions Project Announces Public Forums17 Jan 2008
Nominations Open - Sixth Annual Modern Healthcare CEO IT Achievement Award, USA16 Jan 2008
Frost & Sullivan Recognizes Kai Sensors For Its Path-Breaking Multi-Potential Sensing Technology For Wireless Patient Monitoring16 Jan 2008
Philadelphia Inquirer Examines Software Designed To Compile Transcripts Of Physician-Patient Interaction15 Jan 2008
Humana Press Journals Now Available On SpringerLink - Access To Humana Press Journals Platform Will Be Deactivated 31 January 200815 Jan 2008

Liver Disease / Hepatitis News
Indian Medicinal Plant Acanthus Ilicifolius May Combat Liver Cancer20 Jan 2008
What Is The More Suitable For Early Detection Of Low Abundant Lamivudine-Resistant Mutants?20 Jan 2008
Attention: Extra-Hepatic Manifestation Of Hepatitis C Virus Infection19 Jan 2008
'IDEAL' Study Affirms Roche's Pegasys As Effective Treatment For Hepatitis C17 Jan 2008
For Liver Cancer Identification Proteomic Profiling Shown More Accurate Than Traditional Biomarkers16 Jan 2008
Why Men Are More Prone To Liver Cancer16 Jan 2008
Lessening The Burden Of Hepatitis B Virus Infection And Liver Cancer Among Asian And Pacific Islander Americans16 Jan 2008
Schering Plough Reports Top Line Results Of The IDEAL Study15 Jan 2008
Roche Responds To Announcement Of 'IDEAL' Hepatitis C Trial Results15 Jan 2008

Lung Cancer News
Cysteine-Rich Protein Prevents Weight Loss In Lung Cancer Patients: A Promising Intervention Study18 Jan 2008
Agennix Receives Special Protocol Assessment Approval From FDA For The Pivotal Trial Of Talactoferrin Alfa In First-Line Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer18 Jan 2008

Lupus News
Genes Linked To Lupus Identified By International Consortium21 Jan 2008
Discovery Of New Genetic Mutation That Halts The Development Of Lupus18 Jan 2008
Tolerx Achieves Milestone With Completion Of Phase Ib Clinical Study Of TRX1 In Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus16 Jan 2008

Lymphoma / Leukemia News
AWMSG Recommends SPRYCEL(R) For Use In NHS Wales21 Jan 2008
Rituximab Added To Six Cycles Of Chemotherapy Improves Survival In Elderly Patients With Aggressive Lymphoma21 Jan 2008
Stem Cells Which Cause Childhood Leukaemia Found, UK18 Jan 2008
UK Discovery Major Step Forward In Treating Leukemia18 Jan 2008
Epstein-Barr Virus Reprograms The Biological Properties Of A Signal Protein Of Its Host Cells18 Jan 2008
Old Drug Inspires New Approach In Blood Cancers18 Jan 2008
High-Risk Acute-Leukemia Patients May Be Identified Using Genetic Blood Test16 Jan 2008
FDA Extends Review Of Genasense(R) NDA Appeal In Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia15 Jan 2008

Medical Devices News
X-Ray Vision Sharpened By New Technology21 Jan 2008
German-Made Heart Pump For Children Needing Heart Transplants Is Focus Of National Study21 Jan 2008
Need For Diagnostic Surgery Eliminated By Virtual Biopsy21 Jan 2008
21st Century Nano Tools To Repair The Nervous System21 Jan 2008
Simulation-Based Engineering And Science: Free Workshop21 Jan 2008
What's Next For Carotid Artery Stenting? Vascular Surgeons Ask19 Jan 2008
Robotic Prostate Cancer Surgery Performed On Two Brothers, Just Hours Apart18 Jan 2008
Potential For Superhuman Vision Using Contact Lenses With Circuits18 Jan 2008
Microbial Identification Microarray Tool Identifies 300 Oral Bacterial Species18 Jan 2008
Technion Develop Sensory Respiration Device For Newborn Babies17 Jan 2008
Carbon Nanopipettes Created That Are Smaller Than Cells And Measure Electric Current16 Jan 2008
Medical Implants: The Inside Story16 Jan 2008
Fish Oil Supplements May Help Some Cardiac Patients While Harming Others15 Jan 2008
Rubber Gloves: "Born" And Now Banished15 Jan 2008

Medical Malpractice / Litigation News
Nurse Struck Off For Denying Burns Patient Pain Relief, UK21 Jan 2008
World Bank Investigation Uncovers Fraud In Five Bank-Sponsored Health Projects In India15 Jan 2008
Medical Error Reporting By Doctors Seems Underused15 Jan 2008
Medical Defence Union Announces Dates For 2008 Ethics And Law Workshops, UK15 Jan 2008

Medical Students / Training News
Increase In Training Of Doctors Called For By World Medical Association18 Jan 2008
Indigenous Health Education: Fostering A Fresh Approach, Australia16 Jan 2008

Medicare / Medicaid / SCHIP News
Maryland Gov. O'Malley Budget Proposal Includes Cuts For Medicaid, Health Department21 Jan 2008
6,300 Medical Equipment Suppliers Participated In First Round Of Medicare Competitive Bidding Program21 Jan 2008
USA Today Examines Future Of Medicare, Social Security Benefits For Aging Baby Boomers Amid 'Projected Long-Term Explosion Of Health Care Costs18 Jan 2008
Democrats Consider Proposing Temporary Increase In Medicaid Federal Matching Funds For States As Part Of Economic Stimulus Package18 Jan 2008
Congress To Resume Crafting Medicare Legislation That Would Further Delay Physician Fee Cut18 Jan 2008
Democrats Ask HHS Secretary To Lift CMS Limits On SCHIP, Medicaid18 Jan 2008
Democratic Lawmakers Say CMS Has No Authority To Limit State Efforts To Expand Medicaid Eligibility17 Jan 2008
California Budget Plan Would Lead To Reduced Federal Matching Funds For Medicaid, SCHIP16 Jan 2008
Small Medical Equipment Suppliers Criticize New CMS Rule16 Jan 2008
Florida Medicaid Beneficiaries Sue Health Care Agency Over Misleading Materials Promoting Pilot Program16 Jan 2008
CMS Proposes Cash Allowance To Let Beneficiaries Hire Personal Care Workers16 Jan 2008
CAGW Denounces Efforts To Scuttle Medicare Provider Audits, USA15 Jan 2008
CMS Issues Proposed Rule To Empower Medicaid Beneficiaries To Direct Personal Assistance Services, USA15 Jan 2008
Medicare And Social Security Are Crucial To Fending Off Poverty For Future Retirees15 Jan 2008

Mental Health News
Presidential Candidates Answer Mental Healthcare Questionnaire21 Jan 2008
MHA Response To New England Journal Of Medicine Study, "Selective Publication Of Antidepressant Trials And Its Influence On Apparent Efficacy"18 Jan 2008
New Book Discusses Mental Health Among Blacks, Challenges They Face In Seeking, Receiving Treatment18 Jan 2008
Avoiding Weight Gain Induced By Antipsychotic Drugs17 Jan 2008
Presidential Candidates Answer Mental Health Questions17 Jan 2008
Medicaid Managed Care Plans Place More Burden On Patients And Families With Severe Mental Illness, AJP Study Shows15 Jan 2008
Loss Of Mind And Money: Delirium And Its Costs15 Jan 2008

MRI / PET / Ultrasound News
GE Healthcare Presents New Data Management Solution For High Content Analysis And Screening15 Jan 2008
GE Healthcare Recognized Again As The Industry Leader By IMV, Named Best In PET System Service15 Jan 2008

MRSA / Drug Resistance News
CDC Statement On MRSA In Men Who Have Sex With Men18 Jan 2008
Sniffing Out Staph Infections18 Jan 2008
New MRSA Superbug More Prevalent Among Sexually Active Gay Men15 Jan 2008
Novacta Receives 3.5 Million Pounds Strategic Translation Award From The Wellcome Trust To Target C.difficile Infections, UK15 Jan 2008

Multiple Sclerosis News
Multiple Sclerosis Response To Treatment May Vary Depending On Patients' Genes15 Jan 2008

Muscular Dystrophy / ALS News
Muscles In Muscular Dystrophy Animal Model Improved By Stem-cell Transplantation21 Jan 2008
Autoadapt Create The Car Seat That Can Swivel And Recline, UK15 Jan 2008
Vitalise Increases Choice For Disabled People And Carers In 2008-2009, UK15 Jan 2008

Neurology / Neuroscience News
What's The Big Secret? Indiana Officials Appear To Be Hiding Pork Plant Health Risks From Workers21 Jan 2008
Brain Connections Strengthen During Waking Hours, Weaken During Sleep21 Jan 2008
GlaxoSmithKline And XenoPort Report Positive Top-line Results Of Second Phase 3 Restless Legs Syndrome Trial For XP13512/GSK183826221 Jan 2008
Improved Treatment For Cancerous Brain Tumors Using Combined Radiation Seed, Chemotherapy Wafer Implants21 Jan 2008
Detectiing Auditory And Visual Change In The Human Brain21 Jan 2008
Neurological Basis Of Depression Following Sports Concussion Located By MNI Researchers21 Jan 2008
Army Task Force Finds Major Gaps In Care Of Traumatic Brain Injuries21 Jan 2008
Trophos Reaches Mid-point Of Phase II Clinical Trial Of TRO19622 In Painful Diabetic Neuropathy21 Jan 2008
Antitumor Activity Of Rapamycin In Glioblastoma21 Jan 2008
Gene Linked To High Homocysteine, Lower Cognitive Performance19 Jan 2008
Scientists Close In On Taurine's Activity In The Brain18 Jan 2008
Team Discovers How Brain's Own TPA Helps Regulate Blood Flow To Neurons18 Jan 2008
International Congress On Gait & Mental Function18 Jan 2008
Unprecedented Method To Predict ALS, Parkinson's Disease Unveiled By Mayo Clinic Study16 Jan 2008
News From The Journal Of Neuroscience16 Jan 2008
Dopamine Involved In Aggression15 Jan 2008
A Good Night's Sleep Could Improve Long-term Memory, UK15 Jan 2008
First Published SF-6D Utility Measures For Paraplegia And Tetraplegia15 Jan 2008
Pleasure Experience Of Wine Goes Up With Price15 Jan 2008

Nursing / Midwifery News
American College Of Nurse-Midwives To Host 53rd Annual Meeting & Exhibit In Boston May 23-2921 Jan 2008
Midwife Receives Caution For Poor Care, UK21 Jan 2008
Nursing Workforce - Working Longer, Getting Older, Australia18 Jan 2008
ACNM Applauds Release Of The Business Of Being Born Documentary, USA16 Jan 2008
Selective Restraints And Reduced Medication Could Reduce Nursing Home Falls Says Four-Year Study15 Jan 2008

Nutrition / Diet News
More Listeria Found At Massachusetts Milk Plant21 Jan 2008
FDA Warns Public Of Possible Botulism Risk21 Jan 2008
Making Quick Decisions Healthy: Simple Front Of Pack Logo Best To Help Consumers In Busy Shopping Environment20 Jan 2008
Degenerative Diseases Such As Cancer May Be Combatted By Consumption Of Extra Virgin Olive Oil20 Jan 2008
New Research Supports Effectiveness Choices Stamp To Make Healthy Choices Easy19 Jan 2008
Why High-Protein, Low-Fat, And Low-Carbohydrate Diets Suppress Hunger19 Jan 2008
Workplace Caterers Commit To Healthier Food, UK18 Jan 2008
Study Finds Diet And Lifestyle Critical To Recovery18 Jan 2008
Lancet Series On Undernutrition Off Target To Save The Lives Of Millions Of Malnourished Children18 Jan 2008
Survey Reveals Americans Don't Make The Grade When It Comes To The ABC's Of Nutrition And Multivitamins17 Jan 2008
FDA Issues Documents On The Safety Of Food From Animal Clones16 Jan 2008
Government Of Canada Launches Consultation On Canada's Proposed Food And Consumer Safety Action Plan16 Jan 2008
Vegetables May Be New Calcium Providers15 Jan 2008
New Health Initiative To Battle The Bulge, Australia15 Jan 2008
Commission Proposes Measures To Encourage Safe Novel Foods In The EU15 Jan 2008

Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness News
New Dimensions Weight Loss Surgery Among First To Offer REALIZE(TM) Personalized Banding Solution18 Jan 2008
Resistin May Be Biochemical Link Between Obesity And Type 2 Diabetes17 Jan 2008
BJOG Release: Does Being Overweight Or Obese Increase Subsequent Hysterectomy Risk?16 Jan 2008
Pedometers Help People Lose Weight Even Without Changes In Diet16 Jan 2008
Weight-Loss Tips Differ In African-American, Mainstream Magazines15 Jan 2008
Thousands Of Genes Found To Influence Body Weight