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Abortion News
HHS 'Hectoring' ACOG To Change Opinion On Referrals By Physicians Opposed To Abortion, Opinion Piece Says14 Apr 2008
Oklahoma Senate Approves Omnibus Antiabortion Bill, Sends Measure To Gov. Henry14 Apr 2008
Kan. Supreme Court Hears Arguments In Case Regarding Enforcement Of Grand Jury Subpoena Of Abortion Records11 Apr 2008
Fla. Senate Committee Approves Bill Requiring Women To Have Ultrasounds Before Undergoing Abortion11 Apr 2008
ACOG Ethics Opinion On Referrals By Physicians Opposed To Abortion, EC09 Apr 2008
Actions Taken On Antiabortion Legislation In Alaska, Arizona, Georgia09 Apr 2008
Scalia Says Abortion Rights Not In Constitution, Judicial Nomination Process More Politicized09 Apr 2008
South Korean Health Experts Advocate Changes To Abortion Ban, Face Opposition From Antiabortion Groups08 Apr 2008
Kansas Senate Approves Antiabortion Legislation; Gov. Sebelius Expected To Veto Bill08 Apr 2008

Aid / Disasters News
UNICEF, V-Day Put Rape In Democratic Republic Of The Congo Front And Center14 Apr 2008
New Book: Forgotten Diseases Key To Lifting Developing World From Poverty, Destitution And Despair12 Apr 2008
WFP Calls For Funds To Curb More Unrest In Haiti08 Apr 2008

Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs News
Expert Panel Report On Supervised Injection Site Released, Health Canada14 Apr 2008
Arizona Doctor Offers New Addiction Drug Treatment For Meth Addicts Showing More Than 60% Success Rate12 Apr 2008
Mechanism For Meth Addiction Discovered10 Apr 2008
Marijuana Increases Alcohol Toxicity In Young Rats09 Apr 2008
BMA Cymru Wales Puts Pressure On The Prime Minister To Cut The Drink Drive Limit08 Apr 2008

Allergy News
From Cancer Vaccines To A Cure For Allergies14 Apr 2008
Five Million Hay Fever Sufferers Putting Health At Risk, UK14 Apr 2008

Alzheimer's / Dementia News
PHC's Pivotal Research Initiates Largest Phase I Alzheimer's Disease Trial To Date For Major National Sponsor14 Apr 2008
Arthritis Drug Success With Alzheimer's Prompts Calls For More Investment In Research11 Apr 2008
Three Winners Of New Award For Younger Researchers Announced By Coalition Of Alzheimer Organizations11 Apr 2008
Alzheimer's Society Comment On Entanercept And TNF Alpha Protein, UK11 Apr 2008
Alzheimer's Society Comment On New Research Linking Type 2 Diabetes And Dementia11 Apr 2008
Alzheimer's Foundation Of America Symposium: Identifying Young-Onset Alzheimer's Disease11 Apr 2008
Researchers Close In On Origins Of Alzheimer's Plaques11 Apr 2008
Lovastatin Shown To Slow Progression Of Alzheimer's Disease10 Apr 2008
Studying Neural Sludge Accumulation In Alzheimer's10 Apr 2008
Diabetes In Mid-Life Linked To Increased Risk Of Alzheimer's Disease10 Apr 2008
PharmAthene's Recombinant Butyrylcholinesterase (rBChE) May Play A Neuroprotective Role In Alzheimer's Disease10 Apr 2008
Quick, Simple Screening Tool For Alzheimer's Disease Developed By Texas Neuropsychologist09 Apr 2008
Depression Is A Risk Factor Rather Than Early Sign Of Alzheimer's Disease08 Apr 2008
Three Researchers Awarded AAN Potamkin Prize For Alzheimer's Research08 Apr 2008
Early Diagnosis Of Neurodegenerative Disease On The Horizon08 Apr 2008
The Effects Of Caffeine On Alzheimer's Disease - NHS Reaction08 Apr 2008
Alzheimer's And Intelligence08 Apr 2008
Depression Increases Risk Of Alzheimer's Disease08 Apr 2008

Anxiety / Stress News
By Seeking Out Positive Experiences That Make Us Laugh We Can Do A Lot On Our Own To Stay Well08 Apr 2008

Arthritis News
Cartilage Repair Hope Offered By Stem Cells Tor Arthritis Sufferers14 Apr 2008
Physical Activity Is Natural Pain Reliever For Arthritis10 Apr 2008
FDA Approves Orencia(R) (abatacept) For Moderate-To-Severe Polyarticular Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) In Patients Over Six09 Apr 2008
ACZ885, A New Biological Drug In Development, Shows Potential In Treating Serious Life-long Autoinflammatory Diseases09 Apr 2008
Current And Emerging Drugs Have No Advantage Over Enbrel In Inhibiting/Slowing The Progression Of Rheumatoid Arthritis08 Apr 2008
Hit Pain Where It Hurts: Arthritis Care Launches New UK Course08 Apr 2008

Autism News
Kids With Autism May Have Gene That Causes Muscle Weakness14 Apr 2008
UMDF Statement On The Connection Between Mitochondrial Disease And Autism12 Apr 2008
Columbia University Begins Search For Causes Of Autism International Effort Considered Groundbreaking11 Apr 2008
Study Supports Theory That Rise In Autism Is Related To Changes In Diagnosis09 Apr 2008
Childhood Autism Linked To Substantial Loss Of Household Income08 Apr 2008
Children's Hospital Contributes Genotype Data To Enhance Autism Research Worldwide08 Apr 2008
University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center Receives 250,000 Dollars To Create Autism Treatment Network Site08 Apr 2008

Bio-terrorism / Terrorism News
Time To Take A Stand To Protect Scientists Performing Animal Research13 Apr 2008
Ready To Go: Mobile Terahertz Devices12 Apr 2008

Biology / Biochemistry News
Stopping Unwanted Cell Death: Implications For Drug Discovery14 Apr 2008
A Better Mouse Model For Cancer Research13 Apr 2008
A Diaphanous Control During Embryo Formation11 Apr 2008
Experts In Systems Biology, Molecular Pharmacology And Bioengineering Convene In Barcelona, Invited By IRB Barcelona And The BBVA Foundation11 Apr 2008
Max Perutz And The Secret Of Life11 Apr 2008
Worldwide Research Archive Doubles In Size Since 200411 Apr 2008
Sharing The Road11 Apr 2008
News From The American Chemical Society, April 9, 200811 Apr 2008
House Committee Asks Industry For Input On FDA Approval Process Of Follow-On Biologics10 Apr 2008
Latest Internet Technology For The Replacement Of Animal Experiments10 Apr 2008
Solving The Z Ring's Mysteries May Lead To New Antibiotics10 Apr 2008
'Death Protein' Research Secures Funding For UCF Scientists09 Apr 2008
Using Street Theater To Channel The Lessons Of Molecules09 Apr 2008
Researchers 'See' Structure Of Open Nicotinic Acetylcholine Ion Channels08 Apr 2008
At Home On A Crab, With New Evolutionary Neighbors08 Apr 2008

Bipolar News
European Marketing Authorization For Abilify - For Severe Manic Episodes In Bipolar I Disorder14 Apr 2008

Bird Flu / Avian Flu News
Examining The Avian Flu: From Pandemic Planning To Vaccine Development09 Apr 2008
Human To Human Transmission Of Bird Flu08 Apr 2008

Blood / Hematology News
Twin Findings Raise Hopes Of Improved Anemia Treatments14 Apr 2008
PATHFAST(R): Rapid Whole Blood Immunoassay Analyzer From Polymedco12 Apr 2008
Cells On Path To Becoming Mature T Cells More Flexible Than Commonly Thought10 Apr 2008
EBMT Has Successful Finish To 34th EBMT Annual Congress, Plans For The Coming Year10 Apr 2008
Too Much Of A Good Thing: High Levels Of Factor VIIa Cause Problems In Mice10 Apr 2008
Protecting A Life-Saving Blood Product From Human Form Of Mad Cow Disease10 Apr 2008
New Data Show Revlimid(R) (lenalidomide) Offers Significant Survival Gainsfor People With Life-limiting Blood Cancer09 Apr 2008
Gore Revise Study Receives Approval From FDA09 Apr 2008
FDA Reports More Deaths Linked To Contaminated Heparin09 Apr 2008

Bones / Orthopaedics News
ArthroCare Announces Parallax Contour, A New Device For Mechanical Void Creation14 Apr 2008
Study Shows Once-Yearly Reclast Better Than Risedronate At Increasing Bone Mass In Patients With Osteoporosis Caused By Glucocorticoids11 Apr 2008
New Dyneema Purity(R) Ug Grade Delivers Enhanced Performance To Support Long-Term Strength Of Implants11 Apr 2008
NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Creates Program Dedicated To Treating Facial And Skull Malformations In Children11 Apr 2008
Prevention Of Osteoporosis Might Lie In The Letter "D"11 Apr 2008
Landmark Study Aims To Improve Osteoporosis Care Standards Worldwide - Multi-national Study Will Follow 60,000 Women For 5 Years10 Apr 2008

Breast Cancer News
Alcohol And Genetic Factors Linked To Breast Cancer Risk14 Apr 2008
Breast Cancer: A Role For Trans Fatty Acids?14 Apr 2008
Connection Found Between Protein And Prognosis In Breast Cancer14 Apr 2008
Breast Cancer Vaccine Cuts Deaths14 Apr 2008
A Diagnosis Of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Doesn't Always Mean Cancer Spread14 Apr 2008
New York Times Examines Radiologists' Transition To Digital Mammograms14 Apr 2008
Breast Cancers : What If Their Invasive Power Were "latent" From The Beginning Of Their Development?13 Apr 2008
Radiation Beneficial For Older Breast Cancer Patients12 Apr 2008
MRI Changes Breast Cancer Treatment Choice; Increases Time To Treatment12 Apr 2008
MRI "Best" For Looking At Breast Cancer And More12 Apr 2008
Abraxis BioScience Announces Approval To Market ABRAXANE For Metastatic Breast Cancer In Korea11 Apr 2008
Women Taking Estrogen-Only HRT More Likely To Develop Benign Breast Lumps, Study Finds11 Apr 2008
Siemens Launches Dedicated Ultrasound And Women's Health Team - New Offering To Provide A One-stop Approach To Breast Imaging Solutions11 Apr 2008
Eating Soy Foods In Puberty May Protect Against Breast Cancer10 Apr 2008
Karen M. Lynch Launches New Breast Cancer Blog Called The Pink Ribbon Review10 Apr 2008
Looping Genes May Hold A Key To Understanding Breast Cancer09 Apr 2008
More Treatment Options With PBS Listing Of Advanced Breast Cancer Drug From 1 May 2008, Australia09 Apr 2008
Ingredient Found In Green Tea Significantly Inhibits BreastCancer Growth In Female Mice08 Apr 2008
Data On AS1411 Action In Breast Cancer Cells Published In Cancer Research08 Apr 2008
Democratic Presidential Candidate Clinton Announces Proposal To Increase Funds For Breast Cancer Research08 Apr 2008
Clinton Proposes Increasing Breast Cancer Research, Treatment Funding By $300M Annually08 Apr 2008

Cancer / Oncology News
Molecule That Disrupts Ewing's Sarcoma Oncogene Found In Lab Study14 Apr 2008
Risk To Older Australians Of Sun-Related Skin Cancer Death14 Apr 2008
Illumina Introduces Three New Research Products To Study Genetic Variations Linked To Cancer Development14 Apr 2008
Updated Data On Reata's Two Clinical Candidates Presented At 2008 Annual Meeting Of The American Association Of Cancer Research14 Apr 2008
Biomarkers Allow Doctors To Match Therapy To Patient14 Apr 2008
How What And How Much We Eat (And Drink) Affects Our Risk Of Cancer14 Apr 2008
Landon Foundation-AACR INNOVATOR Awards14 Apr 2008
Further Research On Resveratrol Shows Promise For Treatment Of Pancreatic Cancer14 Apr 2008
Calling For Walkers To Step Out And Make A Difference For Mouth Cancer14 Apr 2008
Turning To The Immune System To Fight Malignant Glioma: UPCI Researchers Present Novel Findings At AACR Annual Meeting14 Apr 2008
New Class Of Anti-Cancer Drugs That Target PI 3-kinase In Clinical Trials13 Apr 2008
Removal Of Superficial Tumours In Oesophagus By Endoscopy Can Avoid Complete Extirpation Of This Part Of The Digestive Tract13 Apr 2008
EntreMed To Highlight ENMD-2076 Kinase Inhibitor At 2008 AACR Annual Meeting12 Apr 2008
Overall Decrease In Kidney Cancer Deaths In Europe12 Apr 2008
Joining Forces: European Society For Medical Oncology And European CanCer Organization12 Apr 2008
European Cancer Resolution Will Benefit Patients And All Those Who Treat And Care For Them11 Apr 2008
Developing Cancer Treatments Directed At Critical Developmental Pathway11 Apr 2008
Phase II Study Of IMC-A12 For Advanced Head And Neck Cancer Commences Patient Enrollment11 Apr 2008
Kalos Therapeutics Data Confirming Anti-Cancer Effect Of Naturally Occurring Heart Hormones Presented At Experimental Biology 2008 Symposium11 Apr 2008
Cancer Pathways That Also Control The Adult Stem Cell Population11 Apr 2008
Cancer Widows Are Often Emotionally Isolated11 Apr 2008
Embryonic Stem Cells And Cancer Stem Cells Linked By Module Map10 Apr 2008
Technique Developed At Stanford Enables Creation Of Cancer Stem Cells10 Apr 2008
Understanding Why An Attack On Two Fronts Has Anticancer Effects10 Apr 2008
Thalidomide Pharmion(R) Receives Marketing Approval From Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration For Treatment Of Newly Diagnosed Multiple Myeloma10 Apr 2008
Extracts From Reishi Mushroom And Green Tea Shows Synergistic Effect To Slow Sarcoma10 Apr 2008
Social Support Reduces Stress Of Genetic Counseling For Cancer10 Apr 2008
Double Binding Sites On Tumor Target May Provide Future Combination Therapy10 Apr 2008
About 850 Children Develop Cancer Each Year In Canada09 Apr 2008
Other Highlights In The April 8 JNCI09 Apr 2008
Too Many Gene Copies Stimulate Tumor Cell Growth09 Apr 2008
American Society For Therapeutic Radiology And Oncology Receives Record Number Of Abstracts For 50th Annual Meeting09 Apr 2008
Tumor-Sensing Role Found In Blood Pressure Enzyme08 Apr 2008
Anti-Cancer Activity Of Tea In Gastrointestinal Cells Affected By Digestive Process08 Apr 2008
Pronounced Decrease In Malignant Melanoma Tumor Volume Produced By Dermytol08 Apr 2008
Using Sunbeds Under 35 Could Prove Fatal, UK08 Apr 2008
Recent SiRNA Research Publications Support Silence Therapeutics Combined Development Approach08 Apr 2008
Specialized Genasense(R) Clinical Trials Featured At AACR Meeting08 Apr 2008
EpiCept Announces Positive Clinical Data From EPC2407 Phase I Cancer Trial08 Apr 2008

Cardiovascular / Cardiology News
Researcher Finds Link Between Pneumonia Deaths And Engine Exhaust14 Apr 2008
Pediatrix Acquires South Florida Pediatric Cardiology Practice14 Apr 2008
Events Of The Heart To Premiere "You've Gotta Have Heart''14 Apr 2008
DVT Expert: Find Out If You're At Risk This Summer14 Apr 2008
Extremely Low Dose CT Coronary Angiography Shows Promise In Assessing Cardiac Function12 Apr 2008
MDCT Accurate In Detecting Stenosis In Calcified Coronary Artery Plaque12 Apr 2008
Hospitalization Linked To Increased Mortality In Heart Failure Patients12 Apr 2008
Atherosclerosis-Associated Biochemical Signals May Damage Other Organs12 Apr 2008
3 Legendary Physician-Scientists To Be Honoured By LA BioMed11 Apr 2008
NEJM Study Demonstrates Carotid Stenting With Embolic Protection Is Comparable To Surgery11 Apr 2008
Researchers Discover 'Modus Operandi' Of Heart Muscle Protein11 Apr 2008
Novel Process Behind Heart Muscle Contraction Discovered10 Apr 2008
Genetic Test Offers Clues About Cardiac Hypertrophy In Children10 Apr 2008
New Research For Mechanical Support Devices In Pediatrics To Be Released At International Heart And Lung Transplant Meeting10 Apr 2008
Association Between Low Birth Weight, Excessive Weight Gain And Heart Problems In Later Life: Study Suggests Inflammation May Be The Cause10 Apr 2008
Vermillion Biomarker Panel Potential Aid In The Diagnosis Of Peripheral Artery Disease09 Apr 2008
Lower Target Levels For Blood Pressure And LDL-Cholesterol Could Provide Early Cardiovascular Benfits But May Not Work Forever09 Apr 2008
Cardiovascular Disease Prevention: Building A Heart Healthy Environment09 Apr 2008
Endovascular Repair For Thoracic Disease Viable Alternative09 Apr 2008
Backpack Straps Can Decrease Blood Flow In The Shoulder And Arm, Loss In Fine Motor Control And An Increase In Fatigue08 Apr 2008
Increased Risk For Cardiovascular Disease Associated With Genetic Variants Of USF108 Apr 2008
Risk Of Sudden Death In Women May Be Raised By Malfunctioning Kidneys08 Apr 2008
Surgeons Announce Advance In Atrial Fibrillation Surgery08 Apr 2008
Increased Levels Of Certain Protein Linked To Risk Of Coronary Heart Disease08 Apr 2008

Caregivers / Homecare News
Nursing Homes Increasingly Use Arbitration To Avoid Lawsuits, Reduce Costs14 Apr 2008
Influential Committee Calls For More Help For The Independent Homecare Sector14 Apr 2008
Errors Plague Medicare "Competitive Bidding" Program08 Apr 2008

Cervical Cancer / HPV Vaccine News
Quebec To Offer Schoolgirls Free HPV Vaccines14 Apr 2008
First Of Its Kind: HPV Resource Created For Adolescents And Parents08 Apr 2008

Cholesterol News
Physicians And Patients Nationwide Discuss Controversial Results Of Recent Cholesterol Lowering Study11 Apr 2008
eFoodSafety Launches Cinnechol(TM), An All-Natural Alternative To Conventional Cholesterol Drugs09 Apr 2008

Clinical Trials / Drug Trials News
AVAX Technologies Announces Initiation Of Clinical Study With Autologous Ovarian Cancer Vaccine (OVax)11 Apr 2008
Is Stopping A Cancer Trial Good For Patients Or Companies?10 Apr 2008
American Statistical Association Offers One-Day Course For Clinical Trial Statisticians On The Analysis Of Censored Data10 Apr 2008
Stopping A Cancer Trial Early: Is It For The Benefit Of Patients Or Industry?09 Apr 2008
When And How To Share Data, And When To Suspend A Study - Authored By Dr. Jeffrey Borer Of NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell09 Apr 2008

Colorectal Cancer News
Cell Death In The Colon Influenced By Vitamin D And Calcium14 Apr 2008
Pillcam(R) COLON May Be A Cost-Effective Strategy For Preventing Colo-Rectal Cancer, Study11 Apr 2008
Customized Health Education Not Always Necessary10 Apr 2008
Non-Profit Group Formed To Promote Safe Colorectal Cancer Screenings And Care09 Apr 2008
Studies Look At Colonoscopy Rates Among Minorities, Use Of Patient Navigators08 Apr 2008
Perioperative Chemotherapy's Role In Management Of Patients With Resectable Liver Metastases From Colorectal Cancer08 Apr 2008

Conferences News
Education And Networking Opportunities For Pharmacists And Health Care Professionals14 Apr 2008
Hospitalists Take Over San Diego, USA14 Apr 2008
CDC Disease Detectives Highlight Findings From Recent Investigations - Conference11 Apr 2008
New Research To Be Presented At ACOG Annual Clinical Meeting10 Apr 2008
AACR Annual Meeting Showcases Developments In Understanding And Targeting Cancers10 Apr 2008
American Society For Microbiology 108th General Meeting June 1-5, 2008 In Boston, Massachusetts10 Apr 2008
National Health Links Conference 20 Years Of Health Links: What Next?, London, UK09 Apr 2008
Advanced Biofuels Will Slow Climate Change08 Apr 2008

Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery News
Moves To Protect Canadians From Unqualified 'Cosmetic Surgeons'11 Apr 2008
Facelifts Make A Comeback With Boomers In 200710 Apr 2008

Crohn's News
Omega-3's No Help For Crohn's Sufferers09 Apr 2008
For Crohn's Patients, Omega-3 Fatty Acids Not Effective In Preventing Relapse08 Apr 2008

Cystic Fibrosis News
Debate At ISHLT: Lung Transplants In Cystic Fibrosis Patients With Life-Threatening Bacteria14 Apr 2008
Lung Transplants In Cystic Fibrosis Patients With Life Threatening Bacteria Sparks Debate At ISHLT Meeting12 Apr 2008
Three New States Join Efforts To Screen Newborns For Cystic Fibrosis10 Apr 2008

Dentistry News
Pay Award 'Fails To Recognise' Challenges Facing Dentistry, UK14 Apr 2008
Pay Award 'fails To Recognise' Challenges Facing Dentistry, UK14 Apr 2008
General Dental Council Issues Statement On Implant Dentistry, UK10 Apr 2008
Cavities In Children Reduced More Than 60 Percent10 Apr 2008
Delta Dental Urges Patients To Request Oral Cancer Exams From Dentists09 Apr 2008
Helmerhorst Awarded By National Institute Of Dental And Craniofacial Research09 Apr 2008
Dental Care Professionals: Are You Ready For The Introduction Of Compulsory Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? UK09 Apr 2008
NHS Dentists Gnashing Teeth At Further Pay Cut, UK08 Apr 2008
British Dental Association Gives Mixed Reception To Pay Award08 Apr 2008

Depression News
Depression And Alzheimer's14 Apr 2008
Disparities In Depression Among Older Hispanics In US14 Apr 2008
Those At Risk Of First Depression Episode Late In Life Revealed By Personality Study14 Apr 2008
Childhood Maltreatment Causes Inflammation And Depression In Adulthood14 Apr 2008
Extending Life By Tackling Depression In Cancer Patients11 Apr 2008
Intra Cellular Therapies Announces The Discovery Of Potent Antidepressant Activity In ITI-00710 Apr 2008

Dermatology News
International Conference On Wound Healing14 Apr 2008
Solarium Ban For Under-18s And Fair-skinned People, New South Wales, Australia11 Apr 2008
Burn Care Skills Shortage To Be Treated By UK's First Specialist Professional Qualification11 Apr 2008
Cystic Acne And What To Do About It11 Apr 2008
European Commission Approves Label Change For Aerius(R) (Desloratadine) For Urticaria As Well As Idiopathic Urticaria10 Apr 2008
CuraGen Advances CR011-vcMMAE Into Phase II10 Apr 2008
Teenagers With Acne Need Hope And Assurance It Is Temporary10 Apr 2008
The American Society For Dermatologic Surgery Releases New Procedure Survey Data09 Apr 2008
Effective Acne Treatment Must Attack The Root Cause09 Apr 2008
Adult Acne More Prevalent Than People Realize08 Apr 2008
Acne Effects On Self Esteem08 Apr 2008
New Study Shows Proprietary Canola Extract, Dermytol(TM), Produces Pronounced Decrease In Malignant Melanoma Tumor Volume08 Apr 2008

Diabetes News
American Diabetes Association And Entelos Broaden Access To Testing With "Virtual Mice"11 Apr 2008
3,000 Walkers Braved Snow In Support Of Diabetes UK11 Apr 2008
Experimental Treatment For Type 1 Diabetes Patients Shows Promise11 Apr 2008
International Diabetes Federation To Provide Diabetes Education Courses To Diabetes Educators In Latin America10 Apr 2008
Natural Citrus Supplement May Benefit Diabetics10 Apr 2008
Insulin Problems In Mid Life Linked To Raised Alzheimer's Risk10 Apr 2008
Potential Drug Target Identified For Diabetes10 Apr 2008
Tolerx Advancing Novel Type 1 Diabetes Agent Into Phase III Clinical Trial Program Following End Of Phase II FDA Meeting10 Apr 2008
People With Diabetes May Have All-Natural Citrus Supplement To Help Lower Blood Glucose And Cholesterol Levels10 Apr 2008
Cholesterol, Blood Pressure Control May Reverse Atherosclerosis In Adults With Diabetes10 Apr 2008
Tart Cherries May Reduce Inflammation, Lower Risk For Type 2 Diabetes & Heart Disease10 Apr 2008
Rigel's R788 Shows Preclinical Activity In Type 1 Diabetes Model09 Apr 2008
Diabetes In Wisconsin Increased 27% Since 2005, Report Says08 Apr 2008

Ear, Nose and Throat News
Treatment With Theophylline Improves Smell Function When Biochemistry Is The Culprit08 Apr 2008

Endocrinology News
Reducing The Severity Of Chronic Endocrine-Related Diseases: The Vitamin D Connection09 Apr 2008
Heart Disease Predetermined By Oxygen Levels In The Womb09 Apr 2008
Parion Sciences Announces Phase I Clinical Results For Novel Dry Mouth Treatment08 Apr 2008

Epilepsy News
Diabetes Drug May Hold Potential As Treatment For Epilepsy, Using Same Mechanism As Ketogenic Diet10 Apr 2008
Diabetes Drug May Hold Potential As Treatment For Epilepsy09 Apr 2008

Erectile Dysfunction / Premature Ejaculation News
Federal Authorities Seize More Than 100,000 Dollars Of Unapproved Drugs Marketed As "Natural Supplements"10 Apr 2008

Eye Health / Blindness News
Glaucoma - Tentative Approval For Dorzolamide Hydrochloride With Timolol Maleate Ophthalmic Solution14 Apr 2008
MIT Refines Optical 'Lab On A Chip' - Live-Animal Nerve Regeneration Study Gets A Boost11 Apr 2008
Novagali Pharma Announces The Launch Of Cationorm(R)10 Apr 2008
Sirion Therapeutics Highlights Pivotal Trial Results Of Durezol(TM) At The American Society Of Cataract And Refractive Surgery Annual Symposium09 Apr 2008
When Poor Communication Pokes You In The Eye08 Apr 2008
Study On Post-Lasik Quality Of Life08 Apr 2008

Fertility News
Small Molecule MiRNAs Regulate Female Mouse Fertility09 Apr 2008
Institute For Progressive Medicine Announces A Natural Approach To Improving Fertility09 Apr 2008

Flu / Cold / SARS News
The Aethlon Hemopurifier(R) To Test Against The Partially Reconstructed 1918 Influenza Virus14 Apr 2008
H1N1 Influenza Virus With Highest Replikin Count(TM) Since The 1918 Pandemic Identified In The U.S. And Austria08 Apr 2008

GastroIntestinal / Gastroenterology News
New Procedure In Diagnosing Small Bowel Disorders Proves Efficient And Effective12 Apr 2008
Napo Announces Successful Clinical Results In Phase 2 Study Of Crofelemer In Acute Adult Infectious Diarrhea11 Apr 2008
The GI Company To Present Phase I & II Oral Mucositis Data At MASCC / ISOO Annual Meeting08 Apr 2008
Recombinant Human Intestinal Trefoil Factor (rhITF) Oral Spray For Prophylaxis Of Chemotherapy-induced Oral Mucositis08 Apr 2008

Genetics News
Novel 'Gene Toggles' Discovered By UD Researchers13 Apr 2008
Scientists Find A Fingerprint Of Evolution Across The Human Genome12 Apr 2008
Geneticist Francis Collins Named First Recipient Of Inamori Ethics Prize At Case Western Reserve11 Apr 2008
Action Protocol In DNA Tests Modified Following Fraud Attempt In A Paternity Test11 Apr 2008
Scientists Develop Strategy To Rapidly Describe Outbreak Strains With Next-Generation DNA Sequencing10 Apr 2008
Establishing How A Genetic Mutation Can Cause Disease09 Apr 2008
Technique Traces Origins Of Disease Genes In Mixed Races09 Apr 2008
Navigenics'(TM) Genome Analysis Used In Research Trial On The Impact Of Providing Genetic Risk Assessments09 Apr 2008
New Research Adds To Growing Body Of Knowledge Of Genetics Of Height09 Apr 2008
Reflecting On The Social Implications Of Human Genetics Research - Past, Present, And Future - New Book08 Apr 2008

Health Insurance / Medical Insurance News
U.S. Needs Universal Health Care To Prevent Deaths Related To Being Uninsured, According To Columnistx14 Apr 2008
Louisiana Senate Panel Criticizes Insurance Voucher Proposal For New Orleans' Low-Income, Uninsured Adults14 Apr 2008
Massachusetts Health Insurance Connector Approves 10% Increase In Affordability Standards14 Apr 2008
NEJM Perspectives Examine California Health Reform Efforts, Individual Health Insurance Mandates11 Apr 2008
Florida Governor Crist Touts Plan That Would Insure More Residents, Senate Likely To Pass Plan This Week11 Apr 2008
Proposal To Fund Maine Health Insurance Program Would Impose Fixed, Annual Surcharge On Beneficiary Claims11 Apr 2008
Chrysler Contract With United Auto Workers To Establish VEBA Receives Preliminary Approval11 Apr 2008
Elizabeth Edwards Says Clinton Plan Would Be 'More Successful' In Achieving Universal Coverage11 Apr 2008
Reports Shows How Many People Are Likely To Die In Each State Due To Lack Of Health Coverage10 Apr 2008
Study Examines Use Of ED By Uninsured, Affluent Patients; Web Exclusives Feature Discussions With Dutch, German Health Officials;10 Apr 2008
Massachusetts Health Insurance Law Has Achieved Much; Health Care Leaders Need To Boost Cost Controls, Editorial Says10 Apr 2008
Increased Health Care Costs Contribute To U.S. Wage Slowdown, NYT Columnist Writes10 Apr 2008
Iowa Senate Passes Health Care Expansion Legislation Without Mandate10 Apr 2008
Former House Speaker Gingrich Says Democrats Will Not Overhaul Health Care10 Apr 2008
MEGA Life Fined $1M In Maine For Flawed Premium Method09 Apr 2008
Missouri House Republicans Propose Health Coverage Legislation To Replace Governor's Failed Proposal09 Apr 2008
Kentucky Lawmakers Approve Bill To Allow Unmarried Adult Children To Remain On Parents' Insurance Policies08 Apr 2008
IOM Review Recommends Centralized Agency To Study Comparative Effectiveness08 Apr 2008
Universal Coverage Exacerbating 'Imbalance' Between Supply Of Physicians, Number Of Patients In Massachusetts08 Apr 2008

Hearing / Deafness News
Top 5 Ways To Protect Your Hearing12 Apr 2008
Tips To Protect Voice And Hearing12 Apr 2008

HIV / AIDS News
Efforts Raise HIV/AIDS Awareness Among Blacks, Encourage Black Students To Pursue Health Careers, Address Infant Mortality Disparity14 Apr 2008
Newspapers Publish Opinion Piece, Letter To Editor Responding To Suggestions On Future Of HIV Vaccine Research14 Apr 2008
Opinion Piece Examines PEPFAR, Local Volunteerism In Zambia14 Apr 2008
Egyptian Court Convicts Suspected HIV-Positive Men On Charges Of 'Debauchery'14 Apr 2008
AP/Houston Chronicle Examines HIV Outbreak Among 72 Children, 16 Mothers In Kyrgyzstan14 Apr 2008
Kenyan Government Adopts Male Circumcision As A Standard HIV Prevention Strategy14 Apr 2008
Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy Launches New HIV/AIDS Web Site14 Apr 2008
Researchers Call For Improvements In Trial Design To Test Biomedical Interventions To Prevent HIV11 Apr 2008
China's Industry, Commerce Administration Launches Program To Increase HIV Prevention, Education Services In Private Sector11 Apr 2008
Members Of Canadian HIV/AIDS Group Delayed In Boarding Flight After Security Guard Deemed Them Health Risks To Other Passengers11 Apr 2008
Uganda's HIV/AIDS Policies Overlook Young Children, Study Says11 Apr 2008
Thailand's New Campaign Against Illegal Drugs Will Undermine HIV/AIDS Efforts, Advocates Say11 Apr 2008
University Of Washington Institute For Health Metrics To Host Conference On Improving Calculation Of Global Health Data11 Apr 2008
More Companies Are Creating Programs To Help Alleviate Worldwide HIV/AIDS Epidemic, The Conference Board Reports11 Apr 2008
Canadian Prisons Contributing To Spread Of HIV, Researchers Say10 Apr 2008
Group Launches Web Site Offering Support, Advice To Children Affected By HIV/AIDS In Vietnam10 Apr 2008
Nigerian State Bans Promotion, Distribution Of Contraceptives, Including Condoms10 Apr 2008
ADAP Waiting Lists Nearly Eliminated, Kaiser Family Foundation, NASTAD Survey Says; Challenges Remain10 Apr 2008
NanoViricides Commences HIV Drug Animal Trials10 Apr 2008
Uganda Conference Addresses Antiretroviral Treatment Access Among Children09 Apr 2008
Chicago Tribune Examines 'Unexpected Challenges' Of Raising HIV-Positive Teens09 Apr 2008
New York Daily News Examines Queens' Needle-Exchange Program09 Apr 2008
U.K. Motion Calls On International Development Department To Place Women At Center Of HIV/AIDS Efforts09 Apr 2008
Brazil Opens Condom Factory To Reduce Spread Of HIV, Preserve Rainforest09 Apr 2008
Study Finds Advances In Estimating HIV Incidence In Epidemics09 Apr 2008
ImQuest Scientists Present Important HIV Microbicide Development Results At Microbicides 2008 In Delhi, India09 Apr 2008
HHS Awards 1.1 Billion Dollars For HIV/AIDS Care, Medications08 Apr 2008
Letters To Editor Respond To Opinion Piece Addressing AIDS Vaccine Research08 Apr 2008
Kenya To Spend $61M To Increase Antiretroviral Treatment Access, Health Ministry Says08 Apr 2008
VOA News Examines Initiative In Malawi That Provides Assistance To Wives Of Prisoners, Aims To Prevent Spread Of HIV08 Apr 2008
African Countries Should Increase Funding To Alleviate Health Worker Shortages, Group Says08 Apr 2008
More Than 2M Children Worldwide Living With HIV/AIDS, Report Says08 Apr 2008
Ardea To Present Data On HIV Non Nucleoside Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitor And Two MEK Inhibitors At Upcoming Medical Conferences08 Apr 2008

Hypertension News
American Heart Association Issues New Guidelines For Treating Resistant Hypertension08 Apr 2008

Immune System / Vaccines News
Wellmune WGP Supplementation Research Results Presented At Experimental Biology 2008 Meeting10 Apr 2008
Mumps Resurged In United States10 Apr 2008
Adults Need Protection Against Vaccine Preventable Diseases, Too09 Apr 2008
Pediatrician Advice Followed By Parents Concerning MMR Vaccinations08 Apr 2008

Infectious Diseases / Bacteria / Viruses News
Arpida Provides Further Comments On The Pivotal Phase III Trials12 Apr 2008
ECDC Warns Of Upsurge Of Measles In Europe: Unvaccinated People Are At Risk11 Apr 2008
T-Cell Multiplication Unexpectedly Delayed After Infection11 Apr 2008
Meridian Bioscience Launches Two New TRU(TM) Brand Rapid Tests For The Detection Of Epstein-Barr Virus11 Apr 2008
Study Showed Minimally Invasive Surgery Reduced Risk Of Hospital-Acquired Infections Compared To Open Surgery11 Apr 2008
Vitamin D Deficiency Linked To Tuberculosis10 Apr 2008
Arpida Invited To Present Data On Iclaprim At Scientific Conference10 Apr 2008
BRAHMS Receives FDA Clearance To Market Automated Procalcitonin (PCT) Test09 Apr 2008
House Dust Is A Rich Source Of Bacteria08 Apr 2008
The 'Zero' Mentality: Is It Good For Infection Control?08 Apr 2008

Irritable-Bowel Syndrome News
Callisto Pharmaceuticals Files IND For SP-304 (Guanilib) In Chronic Constipation And Irritable Bowel Syndrome10 Apr 2008

IT / Internet / E-mail News
Siemens Is The Technology And Market Leader For Connectors Associated With The Electronic Health Card14 Apr 2008
Living With Robots And Interactive Companions14 Apr 2008
Gaps In Service Revealed By National Hospice Study14 Apr 2008
Shedding Light On How Cells Become Different Using Computation To Unravel How Genes Are Regulated13 Apr 2008
Habits, Roles Of Blog Readers Revealed12 Apr 2008
New Electronic System For Detecting And Notifying Infectious Illness11 Apr 2008
Is The Internet Pro-Suicide?10 Apr 2008
Health Canada And NAHO Launch Innovative Aboriginal Youth Suicide Prevention Web Site10 Apr 2008
Computer Modelling Determines That 1 In 7 Cases Of Bird Flu Could Be Prevented By Closing Schools In Event Of Pandemic10 Apr 2008
Critics Of HIPAA Say Law Is Too Lenient To Adequately Protect Patient Privacy10 Apr 2008
MedicMate, Windows Mobile Application For Healthcare Professionals10 Apr 2008
Carnegie Mellon Develops Computer Model To Study Cell Membrane Dynamics10 Apr 2008
Researchers Take Step Toward Creating Quantum Computers Using Entangled Photons In Optical Fibers10 Apr 2008
Protein Data Bank Archives 50,000th Molecule Structure09 Apr 2008
Video Doctor Helps HIV-Positive Patients Reduce Risky Behaviors09 Apr 2008
Use Of Information Technology Is Minimal In Nursing Homes09 Apr 2008
"Exciting New Approach" For Identifying MicroRNAs - PhD Student At MDC Develops New Computer Program09 Apr 2008
Central And Secure Storage Of Patient Images And Reports For 33 Canadian Hospitals Sites09 Apr 2008
Data-Handling Technique Finds Genes To Be Team Players In Curbing Brain Cancer Cell Growth08 Apr 2008
Use Of Digital Health Records Improves Health Of The Elderly08 Apr 2008
Improving Technologies Used In Tissue Engineering And Information Technology08 Apr 2008
Thousands Of Diabetics Benefit Through Use Of The Electronic Health Record08 Apr 2008
Digital Signal Processing: The Not-So-Digital Future08 Apr 2008
Study Finds Regional Nuclear Conflict Would Create Near-Global Ozone Hole, Impacting Human Health And Ecosystems08 Apr 2008
Wii Used In Parkinson's Study08 Apr 2008
Teens Who Have TV In Their Bedroom Are Less Likely To Engage In Healthy Habits, U Of M Research Finds08 Apr 2008
Schwarzenegger Calls For Stronger Privacy Of Medical Records08 Apr 2008

Liver Disease / Hepatitis News
Researchers Find That Targeted Therapy Combination Overcomes Treatment Resistance In Liver Cancer14 Apr 2008
Researchers Identify Treatment Target For Liver Cancer Recurrence And Survival11 Apr 2008
Antipodean Pharmaceuticals Announces Completion Of Phase 2 Study Of Lead Compound MitoQ(R)11 Apr 2008
Hepatitis B Virus Triggers Cell 'Suicide' In Patients With Chronic Infection09 Apr 2008
Roche Diagnostics Expands Availability Of Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) Immunoassay09 Apr 2008
For Patients With Advanced Liver Cancer, Hope Found In Combination Therapy08 Apr 2008

Lung Cancer News
Antisoma Announces Start Of Phase III Lung Cancer Trial Of ASA40414 Apr 2008
Amrubicin Is Designated As An Orphan Medicinal Product By The European Commission For The Treatment Of Small Cell Lung Cancer14 Apr 2008
European Medicines Agency (EMEA) Approves ALIMTA® (pemetrexed For Injection) For Use In Lung Cancer Treatment14 Apr 2008
ASA404, A Novel Cancer Agent, Begins Pivotal Trial To Explore New Approach In Treating Lung Cancer, The Leading Cause Of Cancer Death14 Apr 2008
Biomoda To Present Paper On Enhanced Technology For Early Detection Of Lung Cancer At Annual SWARM Meeting11 Apr 2008
High-Intensity Chemotherapy Does Not Improve Survival In Small Cell Lung Cancer09 Apr 2008

Lymphoma / Leukemia News
Genitope Corporation's MyVax(R) Personalized Immunotherapy Pivotal Phase 3 Trial Results Available On Company Website11 Apr 2008
Anti-Cancer Compounds: The Good And The Bad Side11 Apr 2008
Insight Into The Genetic And Molecular Mechanisms Underpinning Acute Myeloid Leukemia08 Apr 2008

Medical Devices News
Prostate Cancer Detection Aided By 3T MRI14 Apr 2008
Useful And Effective Diagnosis Of Patients With Large Bowel Obstruction Using CT14 Apr 2008
Unnecessary Treatment Of Some Cervical Cancer Patients Can Be Prevented By MRI And PET/CT14 Apr 2008
For Detecting Endoleaks MRI Better Than MDCT14 Apr 2008
Mammography Plus Sonography Can Help Rule Out Breast Cancer In Patients With Palpable Lesions14 Apr 2008
Newly Diagnosed Breast Cancer Patients Benefit From Use Of USFNA Of Lymph Nodes14 Apr 2008
New Technique In Treating Patients With Liver Cancer Proves Effective14 Apr 2008
New Cardiac CT Technique Significantly Reduces Patient' Exposure To Radiation14 Apr 2008
Covidien Unveils The Next Generation In Advanced Surgery14 Apr 2008
Post-Operative Care For Heart Patients Developed By Psychologist12 Apr 2008
New Pan-European Collaboration Launched Into The Diagnosis And Control Of Coeliac Disease11 Apr 2008
Long-Term Benefit Of Carotid Stenting As Alternative To Surgery Shown By SAPPHIRE Trial11 Apr 2008
Microscaffolding May Help Stem Cells Rebuild Brain After Stroke Damage11 Apr 2008
New Research For Mechanical Support Devices In Pediatrics To Be Released At ISHLT10 Apr 2008
Secrets Of The Heart Revealed By Molecular Imaging10 Apr 2008
For 2 Stroke-Prevention Procedures, Study Finds It's Neck-And-Neck Down The Long Stretch10 Apr 2008
When Predicting Risk Of Cardiovascular Disease, Non-Lab Methods Are As Effective As Lab Tests10 Apr 2008
New Application Note From Wyatt Demonstrates The Accurate And Reliable Characterization Of Polyurethanes In Medical Devices10 Apr 2008
Citrate Appears To Control Buckyball Clumping But Environmental Concerns Remain08 Apr 2008
Minimally-Invasive Robot-Assisted CABG Surgery08 Apr 2008
Fight Against Counterfeit Drugs Advanced By Faster Test Reported For Detecting Fake Tamiflu08 Apr 2008

Medical Malpractice / Litigation News
Joint Commission Alert: Prevent Pediatric Medication Errors - Children Are Three Times More At Risk Than Adults14 Apr 2008
Nurse Is Struck Off After Stealing Drugs And Forging Prescription Sheets11 Apr 2008
Nurse Struck Off For Slapping Alzheimer's Resident10 Apr 2008
Prison Nurse Struck Off For Performing Oral Sex On Prisoner, UK10 Apr 2008
Top-Performing Hospitals Have 43% Lower Medical Error Incidence Rate Compared With Poorest Performers09 Apr 2008
New York Times Examines Johnson And Johnson's Pre-Emption Defense Over Safety Of Birth Control Patch09 Apr 2008

Medical Students / Training News
Society Of Hospital Medicine Announces Hospital Medicine Fellowship, USA14 Apr 2008
Wellcome Trust Supports African Medical Research And Training11 Apr 2008
Collaboration Between The Feinstein And Sweden's Karolinska Institute11 Apr 2008
Distance Learning Course In Radiation Oncology For Cancer Treatment10 Apr 2008
University Of Utah Holds Conference To Encourage More Minorities To Enroll In Medical School, Pursue Other Health Professions08 Apr 2008
American Medical Student Association Partners With Pharmedout.Org To Offer Guide On Hosting Industry-Free Meetings08 Apr 2008

Medicare / Medicaid / SCHIP News
Florida Lawmakers Seeking To Expand Medicaid Pilot Program14 Apr 2008
Bills To Speed Medicare Drug Plan Reimbursements To Pharmacies Could Limit Fraud Detection, Increase Costs, PBM Group Says14 Apr 2008
Letter To The Editor, Editorial Address Study On End-of-Life Hospital Spending For Medicare Beneficiaries11 Apr 2008
Medicare Payment Advisory Commission Approves Recommendations For Nursing Homes, Primary Care11 Apr 2008
At Least Nine Of 17 States With SCHIP Income Eligibility Thresholds Above 250% Of Federal Poverty Level Will Meet Federal Enrollment Guidelines11 Apr 2008
House Panel Unanimously Approves Legislation That Would Block Implementation Of Medicaid Rule Changes11 Apr 2008
House Subcommittee Approves Measure Blocking Seven New Medicaid Rules11 Apr 2008
Massive Medicaid Cuts Will Impact All Floridians, Safety Net Hospital Leaders Warn11 Apr 2008
CMS Issues New EPrescribing Standards For Prescription Drug Program11 Apr 2008
Texas Delays Program To Expand Coverage To Low-Income Adults10 Apr 2008
Senate Finance Committee Chair Baucus To Meet With Physician Groups To Discuss Medicare Bill10 Apr 2008
Attorney General Martha Coakley Files Brief Challenging President Bush's Child Health Insurance Limits10 Apr 2008
Some House Republicans Expected To Support Measure Blocking New Medicaid Rules10 Apr 2008
Congress, President Must Address Medicare 'Budget Chaos,' Op-Ed States09 Apr 2008
CMS Should Delay Competitive Bidding Program For Medical Equipment Because Of Improper Disqualifications, Group Says09 Apr 2008
CMS Says Payments To Medicare Advantage Plans Will Increase By 3.6% In 200909 Apr 2008
How Scheduled Medicare Pay Cuts Will Affect Patients: ACP Report08 Apr 2008
Medicare Patients Face Severe Difficulty In Receiving Care Unless Cuts To Medicare Payments Averted08 Apr 2008
Medicare Announces Funding For Health Insurance Counseling Programs For 200808 Apr 2008
Medicare Pilot Program Illustrates Difficulties Of Reducing Costs08 Apr 2008
End-of-Life Hospital Spending For Medicare Beneficiaries With Chronic Health Conditions Varies Widely, Study Finds08 Apr 2008
Rep. Dingell Promises To Pass Bill Blocking New Medicaid Rules; Senate Introduces Similar Bill08 Apr 2008
New Medicare Equipment Bidding Program For Riverside, California Area Is Rife With Errors, Says The American Association For Homecare08 Apr 2008
Groups Urge Congress To Stop Overpayments To Medicare Private Health Plans08 Apr 2008
QMed, Inc. Receives 2-Year Extension Of Medicare Coordinated Care Demonstration Project By CMS08 Apr 2008
Internists Report On How Scheduled Medicare Pay Cuts Will Affect Patients08 Apr 2008

Men's health News
Stopping Maternity Services From 'shutting Out' The Father14 Apr 2008
Young Macho Men With Serious Injuries Often Abuse Alcohol11 Apr 2008
Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) Beneficial In Men 60 And Older08 Apr 2008

Mental Health News
Mental Health Care Under Medicare Shown To Be Essential For Community, Australia14 Apr 2008
Cultivating Mental Health On The Farm13 Apr 2008
Social Integration Affects Mental Health In Unexpected Ways11 Apr 2008
Mental Health Charity Wins 8.8m Pounds To Fund Eco-projects That Will Tackle Stigma And Promote Mental Wellbeing, UK10 Apr 2008
Mental Health America Applauds Dingell-Murphy Bill To Delay Harmful Medicaid Cuts10 Apr 2008
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