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Abortion News
Florida Senate Rejects Measure Requiring Ultrasounds Before Abortion At Any Stage05 May 2008
Kansas Senate Fails To Override Veto Of Antiabortion Legislation05 May 2008
Kan. Judge Dismisses Subpoena Regarding Planned Parenthood Clinic's Records01 May 2008
Baltimore Sun Examines Reasons For Declining Abortion, Birth Rates30 Apr 2008
Minnesota, Nebraska, Virginia Congressional Candidates Comment On Abortion30 Apr 2008
Indian Prime Minister Singh Decries Sex-Selective Abortions, Calls For Stricter Enforcement Of Laws30 Apr 2008
Giuliani Should Not Have Received Communion Because He Supports Abortion Rights, Cardinal Says30 Apr 2008
Bishops' Giving Communion To Politicians Supporting Abortion Rights Undermines Pope's Message, Opinion Piece Says29 Apr 2008
Scalia Says Constitution Does Not Prohibit, Permit Abortion Rights29 Apr 2008
S.D. Secretary Of State Certifies Petition To Put Abortion Ban On Ballot29 Apr 2008

ADHD News
Shire To Present Additional Scientific Data On ADHD Treatment Portfolio At American Psychiatric Association Annual Meeting02 May 2008
Shire To Present Additional Scientific Data On ADHD Treatment Portfolio At American Psychiatric Association Annual Meeting02 May 2008

Aid / Disasters News
Risk Management In An Increasingly Hazardous World - New Book02 May 2008
Kofi Annan To Address Global Food Crisis, Its Impact And Solutions In Africa01 May 2008
Tornadoes Trigger American Red Cross Help To Southeast Virginia30 Apr 2008
Escalating Human Rights Abuses In Zimbabwe - Africa Action Calls For Immediate SADC And AU Intervention29 Apr 2008

Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs News
Genomic 'Fingerprint' For Alcohol-Induced Heart Failure Identified By Scientists05 May 2008
Women Catching Up With Men In Alcoholism05 May 2008
Early Alcohol Exposure Can Quickly Lead To Heavy Drinking05 May 2008
Treatment Target Suggested By Analysis Of Alcoholics' Brains05 May 2008
Drug Addicts Can Learn How To Save Lives, Yale Researchers Find02 May 2008
Gordon Brown To Regrade Cannabis As A Class B Drug Sparks Approval From Recovering UK Addicts01 May 2008
Computer Programs Help Drug Abusers Stay Abstinent, Yale Researchers Find01 May 2008
Largest Methamphetamine Lab Ever Discovered In Canada30 Apr 2008
SAMHSA Announces Availability Of New Drug-Free Workplace Kit30 Apr 2008
Findings Help Explain Why People Engage In Risky Behavior While Intoxicated30 Apr 2008
Explaining The Syndrome Of Absinthism30 Apr 2008
Salvia, Increasingly Popular Recreational Drug, Shows Rapid Uptake, Short Duration In Animals29 Apr 2008
The Cold Hard Truth About 'Speed' And 'Ice', Australian Medical Association29 Apr 2008
Government Of Canada Delivering Critical Treatment Initiatives To Address Illicit Drug Use29 Apr 2008

Allergy News
Peanut Allergy Immunotherapy Should Be Available In Five Years04 May 2008

Alzheimer's / Dementia News
Anti-Inflammatory Drug - Alzheimer's Society Comment05 May 2008
Alzheimer Scotland Supports Appeal Judgment On NICE Cost-effectiveness Disclosure05 May 2008
Alzheimer Scotland Welcomes Promising Early Findings From Tarenflurbil Study02 May 2008
Renewed Hope For Mild Alzheimer's Patients As NICE Process On Anti-Dementia Medicines Ruled Unfair, UK02 May 2008
Men And Women Have Different Dementia Risks01 May 2008
Risk Factors For Dementia Are Different Between Men And Women01 May 2008
Tarenflurbil Trial Encouraging For Mild Alzheimer's Disease Patients30 Apr 2008
Presentations From 'Intracellular Traffic And Neurodegenerative Disorders' Meeting30 Apr 2008
Journal Of Alzheimer's Disease Annual Award For Outstanding Contribution To Be Awarded To Milan Fiala, MD29 Apr 2008
Investigators Unveil New Drug Discovery Tool For Alzheimer's Disease29 Apr 2008
Alzheimer Scotland Welcomes Sutherland Report On Free Personal Care29 Apr 2008
MPs Highlight Abuse Of Human Rights Of People With Dementia, UK29 Apr 2008

Arthritis News
NICE And Its Decision Not To Approve Rheumatoid Arthritis Drug Abatacept, UK05 May 2008
NICE Preliminary Decision On Sequential Use Of Anti-TNFs, NICE 'Penny-Pinching' Restricts Patient Choice30 Apr 2008
Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients Not To Have Access To Treatment If First One Is Unsuitable, England29 Apr 2008
Rheumatoid Arthritis - MorphoSys Announces Completion Of First Dosing In Phase 1 Trial For MOR103 Program29 Apr 2008

Autism News
Public Invited To Attend Autism Research Town Hall Meeting - May 3, Sacramento, California30 Apr 2008

Biology / Biochemistry News
Mapping Protein Electron Transfer Pathways With QM/MM Methods05 May 2008
Northeastern Researcher Develops Model To Track Concentration Of E. Coli Bacteria In The Lower Charles River05 May 2008
A New Idea For How Anti-Aging Products Delay Ripening Of Fruit And Wilting Of Flowers05 May 2008
Nature Paper Describes Technique For Extracting Hierarchical Structure Of Networks04 May 2008
Two Groundbreaking Scientists Share America's Largest Medicine Prize03 May 2008
New Publication Shows Evolution Is Everywhere03 May 2008
The Double Life Of Proteins Discovered By Scientists03 May 2008
Journal Of Clinical Investigation Online Early Table Of Contents: May 1, 200802 May 2008
New Model For Embryonic Limb Development Revealed By USC Researcher01 May 2008
Birdsongs Give Insights Into Learning New Behaviors - Young Songbirds Babble Before They Learn To Sing01 May 2008
Great Ape Diseases Are Threat To Humans30 Apr 2008
CSIRO Unveils A New Class Of Fatty Acids29 Apr 2008
Single-Celled Bacterium Works 24-7 Converting Light To Energy By Day, Moonlighting At Night29 Apr 2008

Blood / Hematology News
Nix Essential To Red Blood Cells05 May 2008
St. Jude Medical Announces U.S. Launch Of TigerWire Steerable Guidewire02 May 2008
Heparin Testimonies Before House Committee30 Apr 2008
Testimony Of Baxter Int. CEO Before Subcommittee On Oversight And Investigations Committee On Energy And Commerce U.S. House Of Representatives29 Apr 2008
Viscosity Enhancers That Thicken Blood Are Highly Effective In Treating Severe Hemorrhage29 Apr 2008
Clumps Of Red And White Blood Cells May Contribute To Sickle Cell Disease29 Apr 2008

Bones / Orthopaedics News
Study Identifies Genes Which Increase Risk Of Osteoporosis And Confirms Potential For Screening05 May 2008
Foot Pain As A Result Of Gardening, By Board-Certified Podiatrist05 May 2008
Pioneer(R) Surgical Technology Announces First Human Implants Of Its NuNec(TM) Cervical Arthroplasty Device03 May 2008
Marathon Man Nottingham Bi-Lateral Amputee 117 Miles Over Six Weeks On State Of The Art Blades02 May 2008
Genetic Factors Identified As Increasing Risk Of Osteoporosis02 May 2008
CoreSpine Technologies Expands Spinal Disc Site Preparation Efforts02 May 2008
Seeking An Osteoporosis Fingerprint Through Genotyping01 May 2008
Medtronic Receives Approval To Market Smaller Kit Sizes Of Infuse(R) Bone Graft30 Apr 2008
USC School Of Dentistry Researchers Uncover Link Between Osteoporosis Drugs And Jaw Infection30 Apr 2008
Genes Identified That Significantly Increase Risk Of Osteoporosis And Could Serve Potential Screening Function29 Apr 2008
Researchers Develop Smart Instrument For Tissue Damage Assessment - Queensland University Of Technology29 Apr 2008

Breast Cancer News
Discovery In Second Breast Cancer Victims Questions Use Of Sentinel Node Biopsy With Prophylactic Mastectomies In High-Risk Women05 May 2008
Breast Cancer Haven, London Wins 'Healing Spaces Award'05 May 2008
Gene Variations May Predict Risk Of Breast Cancer In Women05 May 2008
Cytori Begins Breast Reconstruction Study In Europe05 May 2008
Mayo Clinic Researchers Discover Novel Approach To Estimate Risk Of Breast Cancer05 May 2008
GSK Receives Positive Opinion For Conditional Approval Of New Oral Breast Cancer Treatment, Tyverb (lapatinib)04 May 2008
Risk Of Common Type Of Breast Cancer May Be Reduced By Daily Aspirin01 May 2008
Early Diagnosis, Treatment Of Lymphedema Enabled By Preoperative Assessment Of Breast Cancer Patients01 May 2008
Data Show Preoperative Assessment Of Breast Cancer Patients Enables Early Diagnosis, Successful Treatment Of Lymphedema01 May 2008
BT Test For Breast Cancer Now Covered By Insurance01 May 2008
News From The Journal Of The National Cancer Institute30 Apr 2008
Eradicating Breast Cancer By Attacking The Roots30 Apr 2008
Peregrine Pharmaceuticals Completes Patient Enrollment In First Stage Of Bavituximab Phase II Breast Cancer Trial30 Apr 2008
Community Breast Center Experience Shows Real World Application Of Breast-Specific Gamma Imaging Has Significant Impact On Clinical Care30 Apr 2008
RiverStone Journals Launches Organizer For Women With Breast Cancer30 Apr 2008
Identification Of New Genes Will Help Predict Breast Cancer Patient Outcome29 Apr 2008

Cancer / Oncology News
Molecular Insight Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Initiates Phase 2a Azedra(TM) Clinical Trial In Neuroblastoma Patients05 May 2008
AmpliMed Corporation Announces Start Of Randomized Phase 2 Trial Of Amplimexon In Pancreatic Cancer05 May 2008
Cancer Remains Top Cause Of Unum's Disability Claims; Research Finds Supportive Workplace Can Aid Recovery05 May 2008
The International Agency For Research On Cancer Candidates Exposed!05 May 2008
Melanoma Of The Rectum: A Rare Entity03 May 2008
US Oncology Applauds Journal Of Clinical Oncology Study Highlighting Value Of PET Scans For Cancer Patients With Various Types Of Malignancies02 May 2008
Proteolix Initiates Phase 2 Clinical Trial Of Carfilzomib In Patients With Relapsed Solid Tumors02 May 2008
In Tumor Cells 'Destruct' Triggers May Be Jammed According To UF Geneticists01 May 2008
Relief For Cancer Patients Suffering From Opioid-Induced Bowel Disorders30 Apr 2008
International Cancer Genome Consortium Formed By Scientists30 Apr 2008
Healthy Habits Improve A Cancer Survivor's Quality Of Life30 Apr 2008
Cancer Experts Issue Seasonal Warning On Grilling -- With An Important Research Update30 Apr 2008
Nutritional Guide Explains Subsistence Diet For Alaska Native Cancer Survivors30 Apr 2008
Medarex Announces Presentations At Annual Meeting Of The American Society Of Clinical Oncology30 Apr 2008
International Cancer Genome Consortium Launched, Ten Countries Involved29 Apr 2008
News From The American Chemical Society, April 23, 200829 Apr 2008
How Cancer Spreads29 Apr 2008
Exercise Programme Improves Physical Performance And Reduces Fatigue In Cancer Patients After Treatment29 Apr 2008

Cardiovascular / Cardiology News
AngioScore Receives FDA Clearance To Market AngioSculpt PTA Scoring Balloon Catheter For Additional Peripheral Indications05 May 2008
Heart Attack Warning Signs More Likely To Be Missed Or Ignored By Women05 May 2008
Heart Failure Patients May Suffer Similarly To Advanced Cancer Patients05 May 2008
Depressed Heart Failure Patients May Benefit From Exercise Plus Psychological Counseling05 May 2008
Bioabsorbable Drug Eluting Stents Safe And Effective In Preliminary Study05 May 2008
In Africa, Heart Disease And Its Risk Factors Are Expanding05 May 2008
Improving Survival Rates Among Users Of Left Ventricular Assist Devices04 May 2008
Trends In Heart Mortality Reversing In Younger Women03 May 2008
Heart Failure Patients' Health Improved By Remote Monitoring02 May 2008
Study Identifies New Mechanism Linking Activation Of Key Heart Enzyme And Oxidative Stress02 May 2008
Medicare Expands Coverage For Artificial Heart Devices02 May 2008
Manufacturer Of Heart Defibrillator Signs Consent Decree Of Permanent Injunction02 May 2008
Evidence That Stun Guns May Stimulate The Heart - Canadian Medical Association Journal Review02 May 2008
Largest Study To Date Finds ICDs Beneficial In Children, But Inappropriate Shocks Can Be A Problem02 May 2008
Study In 7,000 Men And Women Ties Obesity, Inflammatory Proteins To Heart Failure Risk02 May 2008
Healthy Lifestyles Become A Political Affair01 May 2008
Using "Smart Scales" For Congestive Heart Failure Monitoring Could Save NHS Over £60M A Year And Help Save Thousands Of Lives, UK01 May 2008
Coronary Artery Plaque Imaging Device Cleared By FDA30 Apr 2008
Minimally Invasive Endograft Offers Superior Results30 Apr 2008
Hundreds Of Heart Disease And Stroke Survivors Urge Congress To Step Up The Fight Against The Nation's No. 1 Killer30 Apr 2008
Cardica Reports Positive Top-Line Results And Submits 510(k) For PAS-Port(R) Proximal Anastomosis System In Cardiac Bypass Surgery30 Apr 2008
Nuvelo Announces Positive Proof-of-Concept Data With Anticogulant NU17230 Apr 2008
New Report Links Periodontitis With Increased Risk For Cardiovascular Disease And Diabetes, UK30 Apr 2008
The Genetic Background Of Heart Failure And The Role Of Hypertension - A Close Cooperation Between Basic Researchers And Clinicians In Berlin-Buch29 Apr 2008
Physio-Control And FDA Agree On Plan To Address Quality System Issues29 Apr 2008
Researchers Pin Down Main Factors For Heart Failure Hospital Admissions29 Apr 2008
Irregular Heartbeat Affects Women Taking Osteoporosis Drug29 Apr 2008
Study Identifies Factors Leading To Hospital Admission For Heart Failure29 Apr 2008
Terumo Heart Summarizes Results Of DuraHeart(TM) LVAS Implants29 Apr 2008
Tracleer (Bosentan) Receives New Indication In Patients With Systemic Sclerosis And Active Digital Ulcer Disease29 Apr 2008

Caregivers / Homecare News
Accordance Home Care Launches Operations In Huntsville05 May 2008
ResCare Acquires Texas Home Care Services05 May 2008
Government Launches Guidance To Assist In Support For Self Care, UK02 May 2008

Cervical Cancer / HPV Vaccine News
Michigan Legislature Passes Bill To Make HPV Information Available To Girls, Families05 May 2008
Mothers Less Likely To Pursue HPV Vaccination For Youngest Daughters01 May 2008
Cervical Cancer Screening Program Review Shows Effectiveness And Room For Improvement30 Apr 2008
Third Wave Completes FDA Submissions For Its Two HPV Products30 Apr 2008
Clinical Trial Results Show Proof-of-Concept For Use Of Coriolus Versicolor As Immunonutrition In HPV Patients With Cervical Lesions (LSIL)29 Apr 2008

Cholesterol News
Merck Receives Not Approvable Letter From FDA For MK-0524A (ER Niacin/laropiprant)30 Apr 2008

Clinical Trials / Drug Trials News
BR Pharma Appoints Adele Davis As Head Of Clinical Trials29 Apr 2008

Colorectal Cancer News
Monoclonal Antibody Hb3: A Marker For Colon Cancer Progression Or As A Therapeutic Target?04 May 2008
Studies Point To Benefits Of Personalized Chemotherapy Dose Management In Colorectal Cancer03 May 2008
Does 1q31.1-32.1 Harbor A Tumor Suppressor Gene Related To Chinese SCC Patients?01 May 2008

Complementary Medicine / Alternative Medicine News
What's "Natural" When It Comes To Personal Care Products?02 May 2008
Industry Members Rally In Washington, D.C. For The Natural Products Association's 11th Annual Natural Products Day02 May 2008
FDA Completes Final Analysis Of "Total Body Formula" And "Total Body Mega Formula" Products02 May 2008

Compliance News
Studies Look At Blacks' Noncompliance With Weekly Dialysis Treatment; Provider, Patient Satisfaction With Telephone Interpretation Services01 May 2008

Conferences News
Conference In Copenhagen, 10-12 March 2009, To Look At Climate Change: Global Risks, Challenges And Decisions03 May 2008

Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery News
Lipodissolve - Response By Dr. Bark To Plastic Surgeons Who Have Given It A "Negative Spin"05 May 2008
Got Fat?: Plastic Surgeons Review Fat-Melting And Fat-Grafting Procedures03 May 2008
British Cosmetics Doctors Unite Against Laser De-Regulation01 May 2008

Cystic Fibrosis News
The Breathing Life Awards, UK05 May 2008

Dentistry News
American Dental Association Stresses Good Oral Health During Pregnancy02 May 2008
Conference Unveiling For British Dental Association Masterclass01 May 2008
Medtronic And Scil Technology Establish Partnership For Dental Bone Regeneration Therapies30 Apr 2008
New York Times Examines Debate Over 'Dental Therapists' Providing Care To Alaska Natives29 Apr 2008
New York Times Examines Debate Over 'Dental Therapists'29 Apr 2008

Depression News
Depressed People Have High Rates Of Physical Illness05 May 2008
Depression Turns Off The Music In The Mother-Baby Dance30 Apr 2008
Women & Depression29 Apr 2008
Deep Brain Stimulation May Offer Hope For Select Patients With Treatment Resistant Major Depression29 Apr 2008

Dermatology News
UK Children Have Europe's Highest Skin Cancer Rates05 May 2008
Minister Harney Announces Public Consultation On Legislation To Control The Use Of Sun Beds, Ireland02 May 2008
ZymoGenetics Presents Positive Results From RECOTHROM(TM) Thrombin, Topical (Recombinant) Spray Study In Burn Patients02 May 2008
New Genetic Test Helps Women And Doctors Predict Female Hair Loss Before It Starts01 May 2008

Diabetes News
Efforts, Events Address Diabetes, HIV/AIDS, Other Health Issues Among Minorities05 May 2008
Dangerously High Blood Glucose Levels Explained By Genetic Breakthrough02 May 2008
Understanding Red Wine's Potential Benefit For Diabetes02 May 2008
High Beta-Glucan Barley Helps Manage Diabetes And Heart Health02 May 2008
New Approaches To Islet Transplantation In Type 1 Diabetes02 May 2008
Diabetes And Alzheimer's Disease Linked By Salk Institute Study01 May 2008
Innocoll Announces Dosing Of First Patient In US Phase 2 Clinical Trial To Investigate CollaRx(R) GENTAMICIN TOPICAL For The Prevention Of Infections01 May 2008
CureDM's Diabetes Therapy Achieves Major Development Milestone01 May 2008
South African Diabetes Market Growing Significantly Due To Improved Diagnosis Rates30 Apr 2008
Specialist Nurses Still Under Threat Despite NHS Surplus, UK30 Apr 2008
Glitazones Could Increase Risk Of Bone Fractures30 Apr 2008
Studies Of Diet Offer Little Insight To Preventing Pregnancy Related Diabetes30 Apr 2008
VitalCare Signs LOI For Diabetes Treatment Center In Utah30 Apr 2008
Hundreds Of Diabetes Advocates Come To Washington To Urge Increased Federal Funding For Diabetes Research And Prevention29 Apr 2008
Drug Combo Could Lower Diabetes Complications And Costs29 Apr 2008
For Mother's Day, The Gift Of Health29 Apr 2008
Medtronic Announces FDA Clearance Of New OneTouch(R) Ultralink(TM) Blood Glucose Meter29 Apr 2008
Canadian Diabetes Association Thanks Our World-Class Volunteers29 Apr 2008
African Americans Have 5 Times Higher Amputation Rate29 Apr 2008
Insulin Secretion Increased In Otherwise Healthy Obese People By Aspirin-Like Compounds29 Apr 2008

Ear, Nose and Throat News
Sub-Sonic Vibrating Device For Opening Eustachian Tube In Middle Ear Inflammation05 May 2008
Zebrafish May Help Solve Ringing In Veterans' Ears01 May 2008

Eating Disorders News
Treatment Center To Host Conference To Discuss Controversial Look At Eating Disorders01 May 2008

Endocrinology News
Insulin Resistance And Atherosclerosis: The "Missing Link"30 Apr 2008

Epilepsy News
Randomised Trial Confirms Efficacy Of Ketogenic Diet In Preventing Epileptic Seizures In Children03 May 2008
Epilepsy Drug Causes Bone Loss In Young Women29 Apr 2008

Erectile Dysfunction / Premature Ejaculation News
New Penile Pump Could Improve Patient Satisfaction, Confidence02 May 2008
Teaching Patients To Use Their Penile Prosthesis Requires Compassion02 May 2008

Eye Health / Blindness News
News From The May 2008 Issue Of Ophthalmology04 May 2008
Keep Your Eyes Beautiful With Safe Makeup Tips02 May 2008
ISTA Pharmaceuticals Announces New Phase III Clinical Findings To Support Bepreve NDA Filing01 May 2008
Down's Syndrome Children May Only Need Bifocals For 2 Years30 Apr 2008
Gateshead Firm Fined £10,500 After Worker Is Left Blind In One Eye, UK30 Apr 2008
Drug Therapy For Diabetic Eye Disease Shows Promising Results In Clinical Trial30 Apr 2008
H. Dunbar Hoskins, Jr., MD Is 2009 Recipient Of GRF's Highest Honor, The Catalyst Award - Glaucoma Research Foundation29 Apr 2008
Soft Contact Lenses Do Not Increase Myopia Progression In Children, Study Shows29 Apr 2008

Fertility News
On RCN Resolution To Fully Implement Nice Fertility Guidance, UK02 May 2008

Flu / Cold / SARS News
Learning From The Influenza Virus' Tricks05 May 2008

GastroIntestinal / Gastroenterology News
A Patient Who Was Diagnosed As IPN-B Without Hepatolithiasis?04 May 2008
Early Treatment Of Stomach Infection May Prevent Cancer03 May 2008
Sorting Of CEA Modulated By Cholesterol, Implications For Inflammatory Bowel Disease03 May 2008
Gastric Juice For Diagnosis Of H. Pylori Infection In Patients On Proton Pump Inhibitors01 May 2008
Discovery Of High Rate Of Pediatric Complicated Idiopathic Gallstone Disease01 May 2008

Genetics News
Gene Sequence That Can Make Half Of Us Fatter Is Discovered05 May 2008
Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute And Applied Biosystems Announce Project To Advance Study Of Cancer Genomics05 May 2008
Statement Of Support: Aetna Commends Passage Of Genetic Non-Discrimination Act (GINA)05 May 2008
House Approves Genetic Nondiscrimination Legislation; President Bush Expected To Sign Bill Into Law05 May 2008
House Passes Genetic Nondiscrimination Bill; President Bush Expected To Sign05 May 2008
Researchers Report The Cloning Of A Key Group Of Human Genes, The Protein Kinases04 May 2008
Defective Gene And Harmful Blood Glucose Levels Linked04 May 2008
Regulatory T Cells In Patients Treated With Adacolumn Granulocytapheresis04 May 2008
House Expected To Pass Bill Barring Insurers, Employers From Discriminating Based On Genetics02 May 2008
Cold Spring Harbor Protocols Features Classic Approaches For Analyzing Chromosomes02 May 2008
Projects Give View Of Structural Differences Among Individuals And Find Previously Unknown Human DNA01 May 2008
First Sequence Map Of Large-Scale Structural Variation In Human Genome01 May 2008
New Tool Scans The Genome For Disease-Relevant Variations29 Apr 2008
Evolutionary Intricacies Of Rickettsia Pathogens Revealed By Scientists29 Apr 2008
Identification Of Genes For Common Heart Condition And Kidney Problem29 Apr 2008
CQ's Carey Looks At Genetic Anti-Discrimination Measure, Legislation To Block Medicaid Rules Implementation, FDA Hearings29 Apr 2008

Headache / Migraine News
ROXRO PHARMA Announces Positive Clinical Proof Of Concept Results For Novel Intranasal Migraine Treatment29 Apr 2008

Health Insurance / Medical Insurance News
Kids' Health-Care Coverage Affected By US Unemployment, Resulting In Unmet Health Needs05 May 2008
Essay Examines Health Care, Economy; Statehealthfacts.org Posts Updated, New Information On Medicare, Medicaid05 May 2008
Health Care Reform Must Address Concerns Of Businesses, Individuals, Opinion Piece States05 May 2008
Minnesota Gov. Pawlenty Proposes State Health Care System Changes, Including Tax Credits, HSAs05 May 2008
Enrollment For Wisconsin's New Consolidated Health Program Higher Than Expected, Could Affect Costs05 May 2008
Presumptive Republican Presidential Nominee McCain Promotes Health Care Proposal At Cleveland Clinic05 May 2008
Healthy Americans Act Could Be Budget-Neutral By 2014 When Fully Implemented, According To CBO Report05 May 2008
Genetic Discrimination Bill Passed By Congress02 May 2008
More Than Six Million Enrolled In Health Savings Account Plans02 May 2008
Colorado House Approves Legislation That Would Bar Insurers From Providing Incentives For Prescribing Generic Drugs02 May 2008
Missouri Senate Passes Wide-Ranging Health Care Bill, Including Revised Insure Missouri Program02 May 2008
55% Of Large Commercial Health Plan Members Do Not Understand 'Critical Details' Of Their Health Plans, Online Survey Finds02 May 2008
Closing Arguments Presented In Class-Action Lawsuit Over Veterans Health Care System02 May 2008
Enrollment In Health Savings Accounts Increases, Particularly Among Higher-Income People, GAO Report Finds02 May 2008
Campaign Of Presumptive GOP Presidential Nominee McCain Says His Health Plan Might Require Higher Taxes For Some02 May 2008
PBS' 'NewsHour' Examines Effects Of Massachusetts Health Insurance Law Two Years After Enactment01 May 2008
California Gov. Schwarzenegger To Attempt Second Health Care Proposal01 May 2008
Presumptive GOP Presidential Nominee McCain Provides Further Detail On His Health Care Proposal01 May 2008
Updated Guide Provides Overview Of Health Coverage In U.S.30 Apr 2008
Most California Voters Concerned About Health Care, Would Have Supported Governor's Overhaul Plan, Poll Finds30 Apr 2008
Presumptive Republican Presidential Nominee McCain Promotes Health Care Proposal At Miami Children's Hospital30 Apr 2008
Employer-Sponsored Health Insurance Premiums For Family Coverage Rose 10 Times Faster Than Income, Report Finds30 Apr 2008
Health Care Marketplace30 Apr 2008
Michigan Senate Health Committee Chair Discusses Health Insurance Proposal29 Apr 2008
Missouri Senate Endorses Subsidized Health Coverage Legislation For Low-Income Working Residents29 Apr 2008
Wall Street Journal Examines Presidential Candidate Proposals To Address Health Care Costs29 Apr 2008

Hearing / Deafness News
Deaf Child Worldwide Launches Family Friendly Resource02 May 2008
Bat Echolocation Is Intense29 Apr 2008

HIV / AIDS News
IFST Updated Information Statement On HIV/AIDS And The Food Handler05 May 2008
New "OPAL Therapy" Presents Simple, Cost-Effective Method Of Treating HIV Infection05 May 2008
Times Of Central Asia Examines HIV/AIDS Epidemic, Related Stigma, Discrimination In Tajikistan05 May 2008
Shanghai, China, To Establish Four New Methadone Clinics To Curb Spread Of HIV, Health Officials Say05 May 2008
Rapid Population Growth In Uganda Affecting Efforts To Fight HIV/AIDS05 May 2008
Magic Johnson Calls For More HIV Testing Among Blacks In D.C.05 May 2008
Canadian Government Committed 'Breach' Of Scientific Standards By Interfering In Vancouver's Supervised Drug-Injection Site, Researchers Say05 May 2008
European Commission Grants Full Approval Of HIV Protease Inhibitor, Tipranavir (Aptivus®)04 May 2008
Largest Ever Regional AIDS Conference To Review Epidemic Status And Changing Challenges In The Response03 May 2008
Compound Synthesized To Flush HIV Out Of Hiding And Into Crosshairs02 May 2008
Specific Adverse Events Of Antiretroviral Therapy Vary Depending On Race, Gender, Study Says02 May 2008
Namibia's New Era Examines Increased Risk Of HIV Among Fishermen02 May 2008
Antigua, Barbuda Government, UNFPA Hold Training Workshop For Groups To Promote Condom Use02 May 2008
mtvU, Kaiser Family Foundation, POZ Magazine Launch Online Game To Confront HIV/AIDS-Related Stereotypes02 May 2008
HIV/AIDS Services In Northern Cote D'Ivoire Still Unavailable02 May 2008
Two PEPFAR-Funded Methadone Clinics Open In Vietnamese Port City02 May 2008
Specific Adverse Events Of Antiretroviral Therapy Vary Depending On Race, Gender, Study Say02 May 2008
GAO Reports Examine PEPFAR Funding Allocation01 May 2008
Salt Lake Tribune Examines Enforcement Of Utah Law Requiring Mandatory HIV Tests For Convicted Sex Workers, Solicitors01 May 2008
Commercial Sex Industry Booming Along Uganda, Sudan Border; Teachers Increasingly Joining Trade, Study Says01 May 2008
Philippine Lawmaker Introduces Bill To Bolster HIV/AIDS Prevention01 May 2008
Number Of HIV/AIDS Cases In Singapore Reached Record High Last Year01 May 2008
Global Climate Change To Increase Vulnerability To HIV/AIDS Of People In Developing Countries, Panel Says01 May 2008
Suppression Of Human Protein Reduces HIV's Ability To Enter T Cells, Replicate, Study Finds01 May 2008
Medical Journal Calls Upon Barack Obama To Do Much More30 Apr 2008
Online Intervention Paramount For Reducing HIV In High-Risk Population30 Apr 2008
Newspapers Respond To PEPFAR Reauthorization Bills30 Apr 2008
CDC, Verizon, University Of Georgia Launch Cell Phone Initiative That Aims To Increase HIV Testing Among Youth30 Apr 2008
World Bank Approves $10M Grant To Rwanda For HIV/AIDS Efforts30 Apr 2008
Egyptian Actors Address HIV/AIDS, Recent Imprisonment Of Men Living With Disease30 Apr 2008
Washington Post Examines Peace Corps' Policy Regarding HIV-Positive Volunteers30 Apr 2008
Clinton Foundation, UNITAID Announce New Antiretroviral Discounts30 Apr 2008
Monitoring AIDS Treatment By Physical Symptoms Is Effective29 Apr 2008
Improving AIDS Prevention In Africa By Involving Partners Of Pregnant Women29 Apr 2008
New Front In Fight Against AIDS Virus29 Apr 2008
UNICEF Peer Education Program Increasing HIV/AIDS Awareness In Yemen, Official Says29 Apr 2008
Christian Science Monitor Examines Peace Corps' Efforts To Attract Experienced Volunteers For Work Related To HIV/AIDS, Other Issues29 Apr 2008
Second Conference About HIV/AIDS In Eastern Europe, Central Asia Scheduled For May In Moscow29 Apr 2008
Appeals Court Decision Restores More Than $1M In HIV/AIDS Funds To New York Counties29 Apr 2008
PEPFAR Reauthorization Bill To Benefit Malaria Efforts, Experts Say29 Apr 2008

Hypertension News
High Blood Pressure Still Sneaking Past Doctors, Stanford Study Shows05 May 2008
Blood Pressure A Major Problem In Developing Countries05 May 2008
Study Finds Education, Simple Measures Keys To Improving Vets' Hypertension Care05 May 2008
Four-Fifths Of High Blood Pressure Related Deaths Occur In Developing World04 May 2008
GlaxoSmithKline's Volibris (ambrisentan) Receives Authorisation From The European Commission For The Treatment Of Functional Class Hypertension04 May 2008
Doctors Still Missing High Blood Pressure, Stanford Study Shows02 May 2008
Discovery Of Compound Could Lead To New Blood Pressure Drugs02 May 2008
Coversyl(R) Protects Hypertensive Patients Against New-Onset Diabetes02 May 2008
Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension - Gilead Initiates Letairis® (ambrisentan) Phase IV Program02 May 2008
Updated Guidance On Blood Pressure, UK30 Apr 2008
Hydrogen Sulphide May Be Involved In Regulating Blood Pressure30 Apr 2008
Millions Of Patients May Find Hope In A New Implantable Device Designed To Lower High Blood Pressure In Drug Resistant Hypertension Patients30 Apr 2008

Immune System / Vaccines News
Malaria Vaccine Pioneer, Katherine L. O'Brien, Awarded The Albert B. Sabin Gold Medal In Vaccinology03 May 2008
ALAS Foundation's Wyclef Jean Joins PAHO To Boost Child Vaccination In Haiti02 May 2008
Scientists Find Much Faster Way To Make Antibodies01 May 2008
CDC Says One Fourth Of Toddlers Behind On Vaccinations30 Apr 2008
Immune System Kick Started In Moist Nasal Lining In Sinusitis, Asthma And Colds30 Apr 2008
KaloBios Completes Patient Dosing In Its U.S. Phase 1 Trial Of Its Third Drug Candidate, KB00330 Apr 2008
One-fifth Of US 2-year-olds Not Fully Immunized, Warns CDC29 Apr 2008
DOR BioPharma Initiates Non-Human Primate Efficacy Studies Of RiVaxTM, Its Vaccine Against Ricin Toxin29 Apr 2008
Simpler, Cheaper Method Of Rabies Vaccination Is Effective29 Apr 2008

Infectious Diseases / Bacteria / Viruses News
Serious Disease And Bacterial Slime05 May 2008
Scientists Discover Why Plague Is So Lethal05 May 2008
Phylogeny And Geography Predict Pathogen Community Similarity In Wild Primates And Humans05 May 2008
Increases In West Nile Virus Replikin Concentrations Precede Increases In The Number Of Human Cases05 May 2008
3M Collaborates With Infectious Disease Research Institute On Vaccine Adjuvants05 May 2008
Cholera Study Provides Exciting New Way Of Looking At Infectious Disease04 May 2008
Measles Rise In US Is Imported, CDC02 May 2008
Active Ingredient In Florastor Probiotic Clinically Proven To Boost Efficacy Of Treatment For Clostridium Difficile-Associated Disease01 May 2008
Scientists Discover How Some Bacteria Survive Antibiotics01 May 2008
Inhibitex Initiates Phase I Trial Of FV-100 For The Treatment Of Shingles01 May 2008
Drug Target For The Most Potent Botulinum Neurotoxin Determined By Scientists30 Apr 2008
White Paper Details New Techniques For Isolating, Identifying Anaerobic Bacteria And Organisms30 Apr 2008
Alabama Hospitals Compare Infection Prevention Performance Statewide With New Benchmarking Tool30 Apr 2008
Doctors Should Not Prescribe Antibiotics To Treat Adults With Rhinosinusitis29 Apr 2008
IFPMA Vaccine Task Force Funds University Of Cambridge Virus Mapmaker To Help WHO Global Influenza Surveillance Network29 Apr 2008

Irritable-Bowel Syndrome News
Antidepressant Found To Alleviate Symptoms Of Irritable Bowel Syndrome In Adolescents02 May 2008
Sucampo Pharmaceuticals Obtains FDA Approval For AMITIZA(R) For The Treatment Of Irritable Bowel Syndrome With Constipation In Adult Women30 Apr 2008
FDA Approves Amitiza For IBS-C - Only Drug Available In USA For Irritable Bowel Syndrome With Constipation30 Apr 2008

IT / Internet / E-mail News
Research Driving ICT Use In The Health Sector05 May 2008
Biological Image Analysis Accelerated By Carnegie Mellon Technique04 May 2008
National Cancer Institute Mouse Proteomic Technologies Initiative Data Sets Released To Public On Tranche02 May 2008
Former House Speaker Gingrich Discusses Need For More Physicians To Adopt Electronic Health Record Systems, Focus On Preventive Health30 Apr 2008
Automatic Classification Of Iberian Pig Meat In Spain Made Possible By New Computer Applications29 Apr 2008
VR Environments Therapeautic For Addicts29 Apr 2008

Liver Disease / Hepatitis News
Health Department Encourages Public To Learn Risk Factors For Viral Hepatitis05 May 2008
New Findings: The Anti-Fibrotic Mechanism Of Plant Extract Cpd 86103 May 2008
P-HOP Event To Provide Free Hepatitis C Testing To The Community - P-HOP Recognizes May As Hepatitis Awareness Month02 May 2008
Anti-HAV Antibodies In Beta-Thalassemia01 May 2008
Managing Chinese Obese Children With Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease01 May 2008
Anti-HBe May Play A Role In The Progression Of The Disease Of Hepatitis B01 May 2008
High Circulating D-Dimers Are Associated With Presence Of Ascites01 May 2008
Clinical Update - Debio 025 In Hepatitis C29 Apr 2008

Lung Cancer News
Astrazeneca Files Marketing Application In Europe For EGFR Inhibitor Gefitinib In Locally Advanced Pre-Treated Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)05 May 2008
Synergistic Growth Inhibitory Effect Of Herbal Extracts Against HCC And Lung Cancer Cells03 May 2008
Vicus Therapeutics Records Last Patient Visit Of Phase 2, VT-122 Trial For The Treatment Of Cachexia In Patients With Advanced Lung Cancer01 May 2008
Compugen Announces Discovery Of Blood Based Biomarker For Diagnosis Of Lung Cancer01 May 2008

Lupus News
Genentech And Biogen Idec Announce Top-Line Results From Phase II/III Clinical Study Of Rituxan In Systemic Lupus Erythematosus01 May 2008
Rigel's R788 Slows Progression Of Murine Lupus In Preclinical Studies30 Apr 2008
Statement From The Lupus Foundation Of America Regarding The Release Of Top-Line Results From A Study Of Rituxan For The Treatment Of Lupus30 Apr 2008

Lymphoma / Leukemia News
Risk Of Leukemia Relapse May Be Revealed By Molecular Change01 May 2008
New Analysis Finds Day Care Attendance Early In Life Cuts Childhood Leukaemia Risk By About 30%29 Apr 2008
EU Approval For Zevalin(R) As First-Line Consolidation Treatment29 Apr 2008

Medical Devices News
HeartMate II Mechanical Heart Pump For Heart-Failure Patients Approved By FDA05 May 2008
Smart Instrument For Tissue Damage Assessment Developed By QUT Researchers05 May 2008
Benefits Of ICDs In Children: Largest Study To Date04 May 2008
New Surgical Device Saves Lives And Limbs On Iraq's Front Lines03 May 2008
2008 Inductees Welcomed To National Inventors Hall Of Fame02 May 2008
Medical Devices Regulator Issues Alert Over Walking Frames02 May 2008
Researchers Develop Completely Automated Anesthesia System: A World First02 May 2008
Melbourn Offers Testing For New Era Of Nasal Inhalers - Laser Particle Sizing Ensures Accurate Delivery To Target02 May 2008
Head & Neck Cancer Treatment Improved By Robotic Surgery01 May 2008
Users Of Left Ventricular Assist Devices Show Improving Survival Rates01 May 2008
Elderly Heart Patients With ICD Devices Live Longer After Heart Failure01 May 2008
Studies Discuss Cochlear Implants, Middle Ear Infections And Bone-Anchored Hearing Aids01 May 2008
Six Rural Maryland Hospitals Will Use Electronic System To Remotely Monitor ICU Patients From Delaware01 May 2008
ISI Employs Mini-Origami For Drug Delivery30 Apr 2008
New 3-D Test Method For Biomaterials 'Flat Out' Faster30 Apr 2008
Lighting Up The Lungs To Help Diagnose Disease29 Apr 2008
Key To Future Technologies Held By 'Sticky Nanotubes'29 Apr 2008
New Nanotechnology Building Block From Chemical Cousin Of DNA29 Apr 2008

Medical Malpractice / Litigation News
Kaiser Daily Health Policy Report Examines Malpractice Developments In Louisiana, Tennessee05 May 2008
Nurse Cautioned For Taking Inappropriate Photos Of Patient, UK02 May 2008
Nurse Who Prescribed To Husband Struck Off, UK02 May 2008
Former UCLA Hospital Employee Indicted For Selling Celebrity Patient Information30 Apr 2008
Statement, Scientific Protein Laboratories - Subcommittee On Oversight & Investigations Committee On Energy & Commerce US House Of Representatives29 Apr 2008

Medical Students / Training News
Premedical Course Of Study Now Available At Kettering University05 May 2008
U.S. Medical School Enrollment Projected To Rise 21 Percent By 201205 May 2008
Interdisciplinary Research: UD Study Explores How Scientists From Different Fields Work Together02 May 2008
Report Calls For End To 'Macho' Medical Schools Culture - British Medical Association Says, UK01 May 2008
Overseas Doctors Should Not Be Scapegoated - British Medical Association Comment On House Of Lords Ruling30 Apr 2008
SCAI Awards 46 Grants For Interventional Cardiology Training Fellowships30 Apr 2008
AMA Runs Ads, Medical Students Conduct Events To Highlight Cover The Uninsured Week30 Apr 2008
Medical Schools Should Implement Bans On Pharmaceutical, Medical Device Industry Gifts, Editorial States30 Apr 2008
Canadian Doctors Seek Better Balance Between Professional And Personal Aspects Of Life29 Apr 2008
Fewer General Surgeons In United States Today29 Apr 2008
Canterbury Christ Church University Is Launching A New Masters Degree In Cardiology At Its Medway Campus, UK29 Apr 2008

Medicare / Medicaid / SCHIP News
New Medicaid Regulations 'Backdoor Effort' To Reduce Cost Of Health Care For Low-Income Residents, Editorial States05 May 2008
CMS Proposes Rule To Reduce Reimbursements For Skilled Nursing Facilities05 May 2008
CMS Proposes More Accurate Payment Rates For Medicare Skilled Nursing Facilities In Fiscal Year 200902 May 2008
Congress Should Ensure State Medicaid, SCHIP Programs Have Adequate Funding During Economic Downturn, Editorial States02 May 2008
New Jersey Official Discusses Concerns About Proposed Medicaid Copayments01 May 2008
HHS Secretary Leavitt Says Bush Administration Would Accept Short-Term Moratorium On Two New Medicaid Regulations, While Five Others Would Take Effect01 May 2008
HHS Secretary Leavitt Suggests Compromise On Medicaid Bill, Senate Support Unclear01 May 2008
Families USA Report: Texas Will Lose 6,000 Jobs, 635.8 Million Dollars In Business Activity Due To Bush Administration's Medicaid Cuts30 Apr 2008
New AMA/RUC Recommendations On Medicare Medical Home Demo Submitted To CMS, USA30 Apr 2008
House Members Discuss SCHIP, Medicare, Medicaid During Debate In Cincinnati30 Apr 2008
Humana Reports Q1 Revenue Increase Driven By Medicare Advantage Plan Performance30 Apr 2008
Number Of Uninsured U.S. Residents Projected To Rise By 1.1M For Each Percentage Point Increase In Unemployment Rate, Could Strain Public Programs30 Apr 2008

Mental Health News
Mental Illnesses Under-treated Compared With Physical Illnesses In High-, Low- And Middle-income Countries05 May 2008
Department Of Defense Announces New Policy On Disclosure Of Mental Health Treatment For Military Personnel05 May 2008
Mentally Unhealthy Workplaces Taking An Enormous Toll In Canada05 May 2008
Psychological Distress, School Bullying And The 'Choking Game'04 May 2008
Mental Health Month Survey Explores Americans' Social Relationships02 May 2008
Louisiana Residents Still Face Mental Health Issues; Many Will Not Admit To Needing Help, Survey Finds02 May 2008
Making It Easier To Talk About Mental Health02 May 2008
New Study Measures Links Between Mental Health, Youth Delinquency And Criminal Behaviour30 Apr 2008
Military Mental Health Issues To Be Featured At APA Annual Meeting29 Apr 2008

MRI / PET / Ultrasound News
Imaging Yields Insights Into 'Nanomedicine' For Cancer Treatment05 May 2008
Effects Of Rimonabant On Cardiometabolic Risk Profile Include Loss Of Visceral Fat And Mobilization Of Liver Fat30 Apr 2008
Acusphere Submits New Drug Application For FDA Approval Of Imagify(TM)30 Apr 2008
European Ultrasound Markets Embrace New Technologies30 Apr 2008
Cell Phones Used To Increase Access To Medical Imaging29 Apr 2008

MRSA / Drug Resistance News
Turning On Cell - Cell Communication Wipes Out Staph Biofilms02 May 2008
Minocycline/Rifampin Catheters Shown To Reduce Microbial Resistance29 Apr 2008

Multiple Sclerosis News
Multiple Sclerosis Activity May Be Affected By Prozac03 May 2008
Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month: MS Society Reflects On 60 Years Of Progress, Canada02 May 2008
Merck Serono And ZymoGenetics Initiate Atacicept Phase 2 Clinical Trial In Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis02 May 2008

Muscular Dystrophy / ALS News
MDA Activities Focus Attention On National ALS Awareness Month02 May 2008
Drug Targets Identified In Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy And Other Conditions01 May 2008
Muscular Dystrophy Campaign At Naidex Exhibition, UK29 Apr 2008

Neurology / Neuroscience News
Dr. Verner Bingman Named Distinguished Research Professor At BGSU05 May 2008
Unisex Brain With Specific Signals Triggers 'Male' Behavior03 May 2008
Study Suggests Vocabulary Evolved To Fit In The Brain03 May 2008
Studies Find Young Children Rely On One Sense Or Another, Not A Combination02 May 2008
New Guide Strives To Improve Care Of Neurological Conditions, UK02 May 2008
Ingredient In The Pill Could Prevent Brain Damage After Head Injury01 May 2008
Brain Training30 Apr 2008
Medtronic Delivers Procedural Intelligence In Seventh-Generation StealthStation(R) System For Neuro-Navigation30 Apr 2008
Quiz Show, Patty Duke At The APA Annual Meeting30 Apr 2008
News From The Journal Of Neuroscience30 Apr 2008
Memory Manipulation Questioned By Moral Philosopher30 Apr 2008
Clinical Data On The Use Of Medtronic's Deep Brain Stimulation System For Psychiatric Disorders To Be Presented At International Neurosurgical Meeting29 Apr 2008
Researchers Say Language Skills Develop At 6