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Abortion News
Kansas Supreme Court Checks Grand Jury's Power In Tiller Case09 May 2008
U.S. Supreme Court To Consider Asylum Cases Of Men Whose Partners Were Forced To Undergo Abortions In China09 May 2008
The Current 24-Week Limit For Abortion Should Stay, Say UK Doctors09 May 2008
British MP Introduces Amendment To Reduce Abortion Time Limit To 20 Weeks' Gestation08 May 2008
McCain Does Not Mention Roe During Speech On Judiciary; Advocates Say He Used Coded Language08 May 2008
fpa Responds To The Department Of Health Pilot Study On Early Medical Abortions In Community Medical Settings, UK08 May 2008
Results Of Pilot Study On Early Medical Abortions In Community Medical Settings Published, UK08 May 2008
Polish Bishops Express Opposition To Council Of Europe Resolution Calling On Members To Legalize Abortion07 May 2008
Kansas Supreme Court Unseals Two Suits Demanding Former AG Kline Return Abortion Records07 May 2008
Tenn. House Rejects Proposed Constitutional Amendment Saying Right To Abortion Is Not Protected06 May 2008
Democrat Who Opposes Abortion Rights Wins Special Congressional Election In Louisiana06 May 2008

ADHD News
FDA Approves Strattera(R) For Maintenance Of ADHD In Children And Adolescents10 May 2008
VYVANSE Demonstrated Significant Improvement In ADHD Symptoms In Adults09 May 2008
Shire Investigational Nonstimulant INTUNIV Showed Significant Efficacy In Reducing ADHD Symptoms08 May 2008
OROS(R) Methylphenidate In Adults With ADHD: New Insights08 May 2008
New Analysis In Boys And Girls Shows The ADHD Patch, DAYTRANA(TM) (methylphenidate Transdermal System), Offered ADHD Symptom Control For 12 Months08 May 2008

Aid / Disasters News
Relief Supplies From American Red Cross Arrive In Myanmar12 May 2008
'Undeterred Despite The Obstacles': American Refugee Committee Responds To Tragedy In Myanmar11 May 2008
Expert Claims UNAIDS Should Be Shut Down10 May 2008
Aid Flights To Proceed To Myanmar Tomorrow - World Food Programme09 May 2008
UNICEF Seeks 8.2 Million Dollars To Meet The Critical Needs Of Children And Women Affected By The Cyclone In Myanmar09 May 2008
World Red Cross Red Crescent Day In Action09 May 2008
Limited Access To Myanmar Frustrates And Disappoints The United Nations08 May 2008
Myanmar - General Situation Update - World Health Organization08 May 2008
Myanmar Cyclone: MSF Teams Bring Immediate Assistance While Additional Staff And Relief Materials Are Ready To Be Sent08 May 2008
American Red Cross Steps Up Relief For Survivors Of Myanmar Cyclone08 May 2008
UNICEF On The Ground In Myanmar Delivering Critical Supplies07 May 2008
UNICEF In Myanmar: Rapid Response Critical To Saving Lives07 May 2008
Hospitals In Louisiana And Mississippi To Receive More Katrina Recovery Grants07 May 2008
'Monsoon Britain' Predicted By Expert07 May 2008
Food Aid Now Reaching Cyclone-Hit Areas In Myanmar - World Food Programme06 May 2008
Generous Donors Allow Red Cross To Respond Swiftly And Effectively To Southeastern Virginia Tornadoes06 May 2008
N.C. State Leads Effort To Create 'Next Generation' Of Experts On Hazards And Natural Disasters06 May 2008
American Red Cross Stands Ready To Aid Cyclone Survivors In Myanmar06 May 2008

Alcohol / Addiction / Illegal Drugs News
Depressed Teenagers Making Themselves Worse With Marijuana Says US Government Report12 May 2008
Cannabis Reclassified As A Class B Drug Welcomed By Unite/MHNA12 May 2008
Government Of Canada Reaches Out To First Nations And Inuit Communities As Part Of Anti-Drug Strategy09 May 2008
Use Of Drink And Drugs By Young People For Better Sex09 May 2008
More Drug Users Are Being Provided With Effective Treatment Services But These Are Still Key Areas For Improvement, UK08 May 2008
Cannabis - Decision To Reclassify Is Wrong, Says Mental Health Charity Rethink, UK08 May 2008
Adolescent Preference For Alcohol Linked To Adult Heavy Drinking07 May 2008
Estimated 750,000 Problem Gamblers Among America's Youth07 May 2008
Study Finds Alcohol-To-Outlet Density And Violence Are Clearly Linked Over Time06 May 2008
Imbibing Alcohol In Adolescence May Lead To Heavy Drinking06 May 2008
Alcohol And Cocaine Dependence Linked To The Tachykinin Receptor 3 Gene06 May 2008
Drinking Among Young Adolescents Affected By Genes And The Environment06 May 2008

Allergy News
Immune System Pathway Identified To Fight Allergens, Asthma08 May 2008
House Of Lords To Debate Science Committee Allergy Report, UK08 May 2008

Alzheimer's / Dementia News
Weight Link To Dementia12 May 2008
Court Of Appeal Makes Decision Following Ruling That Nice Process On Anti-Dementia Medicines Unfair, UK09 May 2008
Promoting Dignity And Independence For People Who Suffer From Dementia09 May 2008
Molecules In Plants May Have Beneficial Effect On Alzheimer's Disease09 May 2008
Alzheimer's Disease: Modulating Enkephalin May Reduce Cognitive Deficits08 May 2008
Patent Claims Allowed Covering Samaritan's Alzheimer's Memory Recovery Drug In Australia08 May 2008
EPIX Pharmaceuticals Initiates Phase 2b Program In Alzheimer's Disease07 May 2008
Ibuprofen Linked To Reduced Alzheimer's Risk06 May 2008

Anxiety / Stress News
Improving Anxiety Treatment Through The Help Of Brain Imaging: A Potential Future Treatment Strategy12 May 2008
Next Pharmaceuticals Announces A New Clinical Study Demonstrating Relora(R) Significantly Relieves Short-Term Anxiety In Healthy Women12 May 2008
National Conference To Help Rural Veterans Cope With Combat Stress, Hosted By Geisinger07 May 2008

Arthritis News
Molecular Response Of Cartilage To Injury Identified By Study12 May 2008
Actemra Inhibits Joint Damage And Improves Physical Function Of Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis09 May 2008
New CDC Study Finds Arthritis Can Be A Barrier For Adults Seeking To Manage Diabetes Through Physical Activity09 May 2008
Risk Of Knee Osteoarthritis Progression May Be Reduced By Use Of A Cane09 May 2008
Increased Risks For Infection And Dislocation Faced By Obese Patients Following Revision Hip Replacement Surgery09 May 2008
Medication For Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis Confirmed Effective By Study09 May 2008
Molecular Response Of Cartilage To Injury Identified By Study09 May 2008
Rheumatoid Arthritis: Fully-automated Anti-CCP Assay Launched By Roche Diagnostics09 May 2008
Trubion Announces Initiation Of Phase 2b Study Of TRU 015 For The Treatment Of Rheumatoid Arthritis08 May 2008
A Bit Of Reassurance On Lyme Disease06 May 2008

Autism News
UK Autism Campaign Urges Debate On Social Care And The Elderly With Autism12 May 2008
Multinational Initiative Announced By Autism Speaks To Raise Awareness For Research, Diagnosis And Treatment Of Autism12 May 2008
University Of Leicester To Lead Audit Of Adults With Autism, UK09 May 2008
Charity Welcomes Landmark Autism Announcement, UK09 May 2008
Department Of Health Announces Adult Autism Srategy, UK09 May 2008
Groundbreaking International Effort Begins Search For Causes Of Autism08 May 2008
Autism In Children And Mental Disorders In Parents Linked06 May 2008
New Book Relates Life With An Autistic Son06 May 2008

Bio-terrorism / Terrorism News
US Hospitals Have No Capacity For Terror Attack, House Survey08 May 2008
Albemarle Optimizes Smallpox Drug Candidate For SIGA06 May 2008
Emergent BioSolutions Acquires Advanced Recombinant Protective Antigen Anthrax Vaccine Candidate And Technology06 May 2008

Biology / Biochemistry News
News From The Journal Of Clinical Investigation11 May 2008
Nanotube Production: From Sooty Mess In Test Tube To Ready Formed Chemical Microsensors10 May 2008
Multicellular Response Is 'All For One'09 May 2008
New Cost-Effective Means To Reconstruct Virus Populations09 May 2008
Insulin-Regulated Molecular Pathway Maintains Energy Balance When Starved Of Food07 May 2008
Medical Research Is Essential To Improving The Economy And Bettering Lives07 May 2008
Applied DNA Sciences And Smiths Detection Sign Memorandum Of Understanding To Provide Rapid Portable Forensic Testing For SigNature(TM) DNA07 May 2008
Genedata Expressionist(R) 5.0 High-Throughput Biomarker Discovery Platform Released07 May 2008
$250,000 Prize Awarded By March Of Dimes To Leaders In Understanding Embryonic Development06 May 2008
European Network Of Biological Samples Key To Develop New Cures For Complex Diseases06 May 2008
Platypus Genome Reveals Evolutionary Path That Gave Mammals Reproductive Edge, Stanford Scientist Says06 May 2008
Tracking Role Of Sugars In The Cell With Glowing Zebrafish06 May 2008

Bipolar News
Problems Identified With Diagnosis Of Bipolar Disorder07 May 2008

Blood / Hematology News
FDA Approves New Formulation Of Coagulation Therapy12 May 2008
Air Pollution May Be Associated With Blood Clots In Deep Leg Veins12 May 2008
Some Medical Centers Still Stocking Contaminated Heparin, FDA Alert10 May 2008
Supporting Minority Medical Students To Increase Diversity In Hematology09 May 2008
Catalyst Biosciences Selects Drug Development Candidate In Factor VIIa Program For Hemophilia07 May 2008
ParagonDx Receives FDA 510(k) Marketing Clearance For Warfarin Sensitivity Genotyping Kit07 May 2008
New Formulation Of Medication For Rare Disease Patients07 May 2008

Bones / Orthopaedics News
Osteologix IND For NB S101 For Osteoporosis Accepted By FDA09 May 2008
Patients Treated For Chronic Tendinosis With TOPAZ(R) Highly Satisfied Study Shows09 May 2008
Synexus Increases Osteoporosis Clinical Trial Capacity09 May 2008
Nation's Largest Medical Specialty Organization Issues New Guideline For Screening For Osteoporosis In Men08 May 2008
Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Launches New Journal: Current Orthopaedic Practice07 May 2008
Screening For Osteoporosis In Men, Comprehensive Clinical Practice Guideline - American College Of Physicians [Includes Video]06 May 2008
News From The Annals Of Internal Medicine, May 6, 200806 May 2008

Breast Cancer News
Increasing Sun Exposure Is Not The Way To Decrease Breast Cancer Risk, Say Yale Experts12 May 2008
Initiatives In Baltimore And California Address Minority Health Issues12 May 2008
Breast Cancer Response To Estrogen Regulated By Previously Unseen Switch09 May 2008
Alternative To Biopsy For Women With Probably Benign Lesions09 May 2008
Breast Cancer Tumors Grow Faster In Younger Women08 May 2008
Breast Cancer Radiotherapy: A Possibility For Fewer Doses07 May 2008
Key To Spread Of Common Form Of Breast Cancer Held In Cells Lining Milk Ducts06 May 2008
Focusing On Genetic Mutations And Cancer Risk06 May 2008
Cancer Patients Put At Risk For PTSD By Anxiety And Mood Disorders06 May 2008
'Gatekeepers' Of Breast Cancer Transition To Invasive Disease Identified By Scientists06 May 2008

Cancer / Oncology News
Cancer Research UK Honours Business12 May 2008
Doctors Without Borders relief p*** gets permission to land in Yangon12 May 2008
Doctors Try Suffocating Stubborn Tumors - Cutting Off Blood Supply, Nutrients May Help In Pancreatic Cancer12 May 2008
Common Laser Surgery For Uncommon Cancer - Doctors Have New Option In Treating Often Devastating Eye Cancer12 May 2008
Cancer Survival Surges - Except For One Group12 May 2008
Search Is On For Genes That Point To Womb Cancer12 May 2008
Chromosome "lassoing": A New Key Mechanism In Cell Division12 May 2008
$35.5 Million In CIHR Funding Awarded To Health Researchers In McGill Network12 May 2008
Next President Should Establish Center Focused On Development Of Cures For Diseases, Opinion Piece States12 May 2008
ASCO And Cancer Foundation Recognize Community Oncology Practices' Dedication To Clinical Research09 May 2008
Discovery Of New Cancer Gene09 May 2008
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Commences Phase 1 Trial With EntreMed's Selective Kinase Inhibitor09 May 2008
A Real-life I Am Legend? Researcher Champions Development Of "Reovirus" As Potential Treatment For Cancer09 May 2008
Speedier, More Precise Cancer Radiotherapy08 May 2008
NCI Awards Grant For Photodynamic Therapy Research08 May 2008
Government Of Canada Helps P.E.I. To Cut Wait Times For Cancer Care08 May 2008
Lilly Oncology To Unveil More Than 50 Studies At Asco 200807 May 2008
UC San Diego Researchers Target Tumors With Tiny 'Nanoworms'07 May 2008
Heart Attack Injury Lessened And Function Restored By Naturally-Occuring Protein07 May 2008
Researchers Find Way To Make Tumor Cells Easier To Destroy07 May 2008
Interacting Proteins Identified, Key To Melanoma Development, Treatment07 May 2008
Biosimilar G-CSF - Cooperation On Three Continents07 May 2008
Whole-Organ Genomic Survey Depicts Journey From Normal To Malignant Cell In Bladder Cancer06 May 2008
George Washington Medical Center's Cancer Institute Honors Margaret Foti For Leadership In The Fight Against Cancer06 May 2008
How Cells Communicate To Activate The Cell Division Machinery May Address Problem Of Proliferation Of Malignant Cells And Tumor Growth06 May 2008
EGFR Protects Cancer Cells From Starvation Via A Kinase-Independent Mechanism06 May 2008
4-Year-Old Becomes 1000th Patient To Have Skull-Base Tumor Removed Through The Nose By University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center Surgical Team06 May 2008
Native Hawaiians, Other Native Pacific Islanders Have Higher Cancer Rates Than Whites, Study Finds06 May 2008
Cultural Sensitivity Improves Outcomes For Cancer Patients06 May 2008

Cardiovascular / Cardiology News
Vertebrate Cardiac Conduction System Illuminates New Therapies And Screens For Sudden Cardiac Death12 May 2008
Free Heart Health Assessments For South Asians At TiEcon 200812 May 2008
Philips Launches New Release Of Its Top-Rated Xcelera Cardiology Information Management Solution12 May 2008
New Genetic Models Could Be Key To Understanding Underlying Mechanisms Of Cardiac Arrhythmias, Sudden Cardiac Death11 May 2008
CorMatrix(R) Announces FDA 510(k) For Novel Biomaterial Implant For Intracardiac Repair10 May 2008
Adding Darapladib To Statins To Treat Coronary Heart Disease09 May 2008
Boston Scientific Announces FDA Approval Of New Family Of Advanced Pacemakers09 May 2008
CardioTech Receives Approval For A Second Graft Size For CardioPass Clinical Trial09 May 2008
St. Jude Medical Announces FDA Clearance And CE Mark Approval Of Strada Carotid Guiding Sheath09 May 2008
Do We Still Need Rescue Breaths? UK09 May 2008
Volcano Corp Announces First Human Use Of The Volcano Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) Imaging Catheter09 May 2008
Carotid Bruit Linked To Cardiovascular Problems09 May 2008
Naturally Occurring Protein May Be Effective In Limiting Hart Attack Injury And Restoring Function09 May 2008
Medtronic Initiates Voluntary Field Actions For Selected Heparin-Coated Products Used During Cardiopulmonary Bypass08 May 2008
Aortic Aneurysm -- Often An Unexpected Diagnosis08 May 2008
Advantage Medical Devices Receives FDA Clearance For VantageCath(TM)07 May 2008
Clinical Advantage Of Switching To Angiomax From Heparin In Acute Coronary Syndrome Patients Undergoing Early Invasive Treatment07 May 2008
Delay In Reaching Hospital Can Be Deadly For Heart Attack Patients07 May 2008
Women And Heart Attack: Study Finds Failure To Recognize & Treat07 May 2008
Common Drug Eases Leg Cramping, Enables Farther Walking07 May 2008
Vascular Insights Receives FDA Clearance For Infusion Catheter07 May 2008
NIMS' Acceleration Platform To Be Investigated As A New Treatment Of Cardiovascular Disease07 May 2008
Cordis Corporation Launches New Peripheral Angioplasty Balloon Catheters07 May 2008
Loss Of Protective Heart Failure Protein Causes High Blood Pressure06 May 2008
HeartWare Receives Conditional Approval Of IDE06 May 2008
InspireMD Announces Positive 6-Month Efficacy And Safety Results Of The MGuard(TM) Coronary Stent06 May 2008
Research Sounds The Drumbeat For Women And Heart Disease Risk06 May 2008

Cervical Cancer / HPV Vaccine News
Health Discovery Corporation And DCL Medical Laboratories To Develop A Computer Assisted Diagnostic Test For Cervical Cancer08 May 2008
New Zealand Prime Minister Announces Funding For New HPV Vaccine Program06 May 2008
Mothers More Willing To Have Older Daughters Vaccinated Against HPV, Study Finds06 May 2008
Are U.S. Mothers Ready To Vaccinate Their Daughters Against HPV?06 May 2008
Explaining Cervical Cancer Prevention06 May 2008

Cholesterol News
Transporting Your Apolipoproteins Testing To The Next Level09 May 2008
LifeCycle Pharma Announces Positive Data From LCP-AtorFen Phase II Clinical Program08 May 2008

Clinical Trials / Drug Trials News
Vaptans Could Treat Many Conditions, Including Hemorrhage, Water Retention, Painful Periods, And Psychotic Disorders08 May 2008

Colorectal Cancer News
Dutch Authorize Manufacture Of Vaccinogen's New Anti-Colon Cancer Vaccine; License Clears Path To European Production, Final FDA Trial08 May 2008
Similar Outcomes For Minimally Invasive, Open Surgery In Colon Cancer07 May 2008
Poniard Pharmaceuticals Completes Enrollment Of Phase 2 Picoplatin Trial In Colorectal Cancer07 May 2008
Curis Announces Genentech's Initiation Of Hedgehog Antagonist Phase II Clinical Trial In Metastatic Colorectal Cancer07 May 2008
Novel Mechanism For The Development Of Colon Cancer Discovered06 May 2008

Complementary Medicine / Alternative Medicine News
Media Opportunity: Herbal Medicine Awareness Week 23-30 May 2008, UK06 May 2008

Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery News
Skin Flaps Deliver Cancer Fighting Therapy, ASPS Study Reveals09 May 2008
Long Island Plastic Surgeon Is New ASAPS President07 May 2008
Clinical Data Demonstrates 5 Year Efficacy And Safety Of Aquamid(R) In Facial Augmentation06 May 2008

Dentistry News
Array BioPharma Presents Additional Positive Phase 2 Results In Inflammatory Pain Clinical Trial At The American Pain Society's Annual Scientific Meet09 May 2008

Depression News
Mind: Return Of The Great Depression Causing Great Depression12 May 2008
Antidepressants Do Work In Depression While Evidence For Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Is Poorer Say Experts12 May 2008
Untreated Depressed People Have Fewer Serotonin & Opioid Receptors, And Variation Is Linked To Symptoms And Treatment Response11 May 2008
Depression Treatments Reviewed By NeuroInvestment08 May 2008
Study Demonstrates Lexapro(R) Significantly Improves Depression Symptoms In Adolescents08 May 2008
New Evidence-Based Guidelines For Antidepressants07 May 2008
Studies Show Workplace Depression Is Significantly Under-Treated07 May 2008
Aspect Medical Systems Presents Positive Results Of BRITE Major Depression Study At Scientific Conferences07 May 2008
News From The Canadian Medical Association Journal06 May 2008
Seroquel Evaluation On Improvement In Short And Long-Term Symptoms06 May 2008
Sudden Death Of A Parent Raises Risk Of Depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder For Surviving Children, Pitt Researchers Find06 May 2008
Low Blood Levels Of Vitamin D May Be Associated With Depression In Older Adults06 May 2008

Dermatology News
MGH Dermatologists First In New England To Offer New Laser Treatment09 May 2008
Skin Flaps Deliver Cancer-Fighting Therapy, ASPS Study Reveals09 May 2008
XenaCare Holdings Inc. (XCHO) Launches UV Sun Defense In A Pill09 May 2008
Cynosure's Accolade(TM) Workstation For Pigmented Lesions Receives Korean Regulatory Approval08 May 2008
No Need To Endure Excessive, Embarrassing Sweating08 May 2008
Valeant Pharmaceuticals Announces Temporary Stay In Efudex(R) Case07 May 2008
Indoor Tanning Is Not As Safe As You Think - In Fact, It's Totally Out07 May 2008
New Studies Support Dermatologists' Recommendation: Self-Exams, Screenings Vital For Detecting Skin Cancer06 May 2008
Warning: New Skin Cancer Study Finds Outdoor Workers Are Less Likely To Get Screened For Skin Cancer06 May 2008
Recent Advances Make Sunscreen More Effective And Easier To Use06 May 2008
Senetek PLC Announces Positive Results From Pyratine-6(TM) Clinical Trial In Patients With Acne Rosacea06 May 2008

Diabetes News
Evidence Discovered For Suspected Cause Of Type 1 Diabetes12 May 2008
Get Inside Diabetes At Body Worlds 412 May 2008
MedImpact Research Predicts Hospital Stays And Measures Effects Of Patient Education Among Diabetics12 May 2008
AOA Champions National Effort To Combat Diabetes09 May 2008
Arthritis Unnecessarily Stops Many US Diabetics Taking Needed Exercise09 May 2008
New Lacosamide Data Provides Evidence For Long-Term Efficacy In Diabetic Neuropathic Pain09 May 2008
American Association Of Clinical Endocrinologists Endorses National Diabetes Goal09 May 2008
Award Received By Boston Medical Center/Boston University School Of Medicine Researcher08 May 2008
American Diabetes Association Applauds U.S. Senators For Fighting Diabetes In Minority Communities08 May 2008
Philippine Diabetes Education Program Receives Grant From International Diabetes Federation08 May 2008
Unilet Superlite And Unilet GP To Be Discontinued, UK08 May 2008
DiaKine Therapeutics And Kinexum Metabolics To Develop Novel Combination Treatment To Type 1 Diabetes08 May 2008
Senators Lautenberg And Isakson Introduce Legislation To Help Prevent Minority Diabetes, USA07 May 2008
Metabolic Benefits From Fat Transplantation07 May 2008
Not All Fat Created Equal07 May 2008
News From The American Chemical Society, April 30, 200806 May 2008
Philadelphia Initiative Seeks To Reduce Diabetes, Cardiovascular Disease Among Blacks06 May 2008
New Study Confirms Dose Accuracy Of SoloSTAR(R) Prefilled Insulin Pen06 May 2008

Ear, Nose and Throat News
Successful New Laser Treatment For Vocal-Cord Cancer Reported By MGH Researchers07 May 2008

Eating Disorders News
Illinois House Bill 1432 To Provide Fair And Equal Coverage For Eating Disorders09 May 2008

Endocrinology News
The Endocrine Society Conference June 15-18, 2008, San Francisco, California11 May 2008
Preliminary Results From Phase 2 Genzyme Study Highlight Potential Of Novel Oral Compound For Gaucher Disease08 May 2008
Signs Of Aging Might Instead Be A Treatable Thyroid Disorder08 May 2008
Divigel(R) (estradiol Gel) 0.1 Percent Offers Lowest Approved Dose Of Estradiol For Treatment Of Moderate To Severe Hot Flashes06 May 2008
Two Year Study Confirms SUPPRELIN(R) LA Implant Maintains Profound Suppression Of Hormones In Children With Premature Onset Puberty06 May 2008

Erectile Dysfunction / Premature Ejaculation News
Erectile Dysfunction After External Beam Radiotherapy For Prostate Cancer10 May 2008

Eye Health / Blindness News
Low-Vision Rehabilitation Appears To Improve Visual Function In Macular Disease12 May 2008
Glaucoma Patients With Poor Health Literacy May Have Greater Disease Progression12 May 2008
High Blood Pressure, High Cholesterol May Be Associated With Retinal Vascular Disease12 May 2008
Beyond Fashion: Why You Gotta Wear Shades11 May 2008
Bayer And Regeneron Dose First Patient In Second Phase 3 Study For VEGF Trap-Eye In Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration09 May 2008
Only One In Five Children Have Eyes Tested, Figures Show, Australia09 May 2008
MicroRNAs Appear Essential For Retinal Health08 May 2008
NicOx Announces U.S. Phase 2a Results For PF-03187207 And Gives An Update On Continuing NO-prostaglandin Program07 May 2008
Gene Linked To Severe Diabetic Eye, Kidney Diseases07 May 2008
Link Found Between Mitochondrial DNA And Macular Degeneration06 May 2008
UV Protection For Eyes Especially Important During Summer Months06 May 2008

Fertility News
Fertility Doctors: Studies Suggest Artificial Insemination Increasingly Second Choice09 May 2008
Simple Test Could Calculate Number Of Fertility Years06 May 2008

Flu / Cold / SARS News
Flu Vaccine Less Effective In Winter 2007/2008 Than In Previous Winters07 May 2008
Starting Flu Vaccination In August Could Help Protect Nearly 11 Million More Children During Scheduled Doctors' Visits06 May 2008

GastroIntestinal / Gastroenterology News
Digestive Disease Week: Exciting New Data To Be Released12 May 2008
454 Sequencing For The Characterization Of The Protective Intestinal Flora12 May 2008
New Study Suggests Tapentadol IR For Acute Pain Is Associated With Improved Gastrointestinal Tolerability Compared To Oxycodone IR11 May 2008
Ultrasound First, Not CT, For Diagnosing Suspected Acute Appendicitis09 May 2008
Nitrates In Vegetables Protect Against Gastric Ulcers08 May 2008
New Data Show High Frequency Of Medical Claims For Gastrointestinal Events By Patients On Antiplatelet Therapy07 May 2008

Genetics News
How Body Size Is Regulated: International Study Discovers Ten New Genes Related To Human Growth12 May 2008
International Study Discovers 10 New Genes Related To Human Growth12 May 2008
Studying Regulation Of Genes To Understand The Underpinnings Of Most Human Diseases12 May 2008
55th Anniversary Of Nobel Honoring Double Helix Continues To Overlook The Late Rosalind Franklin10 May 2008
Sequencing Of The Platypus Genome Reveals The Early History Of Mammals10 May 2008
New Study Shows How Genes Control Blood Proteins Important To Health09 May 2008
Eliminating Disease-Causing Genes With Bread Mold?09 May 2008
Facial Symmetry And Gender Perception08 May 2008
Secret To Testis Development Lies In Gene Interaction08 May 2008
Genetic 'Tag Team' Keeps Cells On Cycle08 May 2008
A Short Guide To The Human Genome, Book08 May 2008
Sigma Aldrich Joins Phase 2 Of The RNAi Consortium To Validate ShRNA Libraries08 May 2008
Lev Pharmaceuticals Announces Cinryze(TM) Complete Response Submission Accepted For Review By FDA08 May 2008
Genes In Brains Of Suicide Victims Marked By Child Abuse08 May 2008
The Ethics Of Reproductive Technology Debated06 May 2008
Genome Sequence Of Fungus Reveals Unsuspected Ability To Use Complex Carbon Sources06 May 2008

Gout News
Gout - Adenuric(R) (Febuxostat) Receives Marketing Authorisation In The European Union06 May 2008

Headache / Migraine News
FDA Approves New Class Of Migraine Drug12 May 2008

Health Insurance / Medical Insurance News
Issue Module Presents Background On Health Care In 2008 Election12 May 2008
New Hampshire House Passes Bill To Create Plan To Lower Insurance Premiums For Small Businesses12 May 2008
Georgia Gov. Perdue Signs Bill Establishing Tax Exemptions For Employer-Provided High-Deductible Policies12 May 2008
Should Patients Be Allowed To Pay Top-up Fees To Acquire Certain Treatments?09 May 2008
Contract Dispute Between California Hospital And Insurer Disrupts Care For Hmong Immigrant Children, Parents Say09 May 2008
Connecticut Senate Approves Legislation To Expand State Health Care Plan09 May 2008
Illinois Gov. Blagojevich To Stop Enrolling People In Expanded FamilyCare Program09 May 2008
Washington, D.C., City Council Member Makes Changes To Universal Health Care Proposal08 May 2008
U.S. Manufacturers Spend Twice As Much As Foreign Competitors On Health Care, Report Finds08 May 2008
Senate Finance Committee Holds First In Series Of Congressional Hearings On U.S. Health System Overhaul08 May 2008
Opinion Pieces Examine Health Care Proposal Of Presumptive Republican Presidential Nominee McCain07 May 2008
Florida Legislature Passes Health Plan To Offer 'No-Frills' Coverage To State's Uninsured07 May 2008
El Paso, Texas, Region Can Serve As 'Model' For Minority Health Care, Opinion Piece States06 May 2008
CQ's Carey Looks At Genetic Anti-Discrimination Approval, Debate Over Medicaid Regulations, Legislation To Treat Substance Abuse Among Veterans06 May 2008
Michigan Senate Passes Bill That Would Expand, Reduce Cost Of Private Health Insurance06 May 2008
Many Insured U.S. Residents Having Trouble Paying For Medical Expenses Because Of Less-Extensive Coverage, Higher Premiums, Copayments, Deductibles06 May 2008
Healthy San Francisco Program Prompts Some Companies To Shift Costs To Consumers But Appears Effective06 May 2008
Newspapers Examine Issues Related To Health Care Proposals Of Presidential Candidates06 May 2008

Hearing / Deafness News
New Study Shows How Sounds Are Amplified In The Inner Ear, A Finding That Could Explain How Hearing Loss Can Result From Genetic Mutation Or Overdose08 May 2008
St. Jude Finds 'Dancing' Hair Cells Are Key To Humans' Acute Hearing08 May 2008
British Sign Language, The Deaf And Criminal Justice06 May 2008
Hearing For The First Time In 65 Years - HBO Documentary Film "Hear And Now"06 May 2008

HIV / AIDS News
Access To Generic HIV/AIDS Drugs Increasing Following Thailand's Decision To Issue Compulsory Licenses, Health Official Says12 May 2008
Latino Commission On AIDS Project Focuses On HIV/AIDS Among Hispanic Immigrants In Deep South12 May 2008
South Carolina Legislature Approves $2.4M For State ADAP12 May 2008
Southeast Asian Officials Meet In Laos To Discuss HIV/AIDS Prevention12 May 2008
Kenya Launches Campaign To Increase TB Screening Among HIV-Positive People12 May 2008
HIV Prevention Funding In Africa Should Be Shifted To Promote Male Circumcision, Partner Reduction Programs, Study Says12 May 2008
Major Shift In HIV Prevention Priorities Needed12 May 2008
Success Of Prisoner HIV Program11 May 2008
Calling For A Major Shift In HIV Prevention Priorities09 May 2008
Ex Vivo Results From HIV Positive Individuals With And Without Depression09 May 2008
HIV/AIDS Funding In Tanzania Expected To Total $476M, Government Report Says09 May 2008
Namibia To Launch Pilot HIV Testing, Counseling Project09 May 2008
New HIV Cases Increasing In Germany, Institute Says09 May 2008
Rapid HIV Tests Highly Effective In Preventing Mother-to-Child HIV Transmission In India, Study Finds09 May 2008
Biotech Firm GeoVax Labs To Launch Phase II Trials Of HIV Vaccine Candidate09 May 2008
AIDS Orphan Advocates Call For Increased Community-Based Programs, Passage Of PEPFAR Bill09 May 2008
Free Antiretroviral Treatment In Malawi Proving Effective09 May 2008
A Single HIV Enzyme's Many Tasks Revealed By Molecular Espionage08 May 2008
Utah Law Requiring HIV Tests For Convicted Sex Workers, Solicitors Fails To Slow Spread Of HIV Because It Is Not Enforced, Editorial Says08 May 2008
Urgent Action Needed To Address HIV/AIDS Among U.S. Minority Communities As Cases 'Skyrocket,' Expert Says08 May 2008
Appropriate Treatment Methods Can Prevent Nearly All Risk Of Mother-To-Child HIV Transmission, Study Says08 May 2008
Government, Businesses Should Cooperate To Mitigate Effects Of HIV/AIDS In Papua New Guinea, Conference Delegate Says08 May 2008
British Prime Minister Brown Holds Conference On Role Of Businesses In Efforts To Meet MDGs08 May 2008
U.N. Launches Workplace HIV Program08 May 2008
Once-Daily HIV Medicine Reyataz(R) (atazanavir) Now Available In One 300mg Capsule, UK08 May 2008
Anti-HIV NanoViricide Drug Candidate Demonstrates Significant Therapeutic Efficacy In Animal Trials07 May 2008
Urgent Action Needed To Address HIV/AIDS Among Minority Communities As Cases 'Skyrocket,' Expert Says07 May 2008
PEPFAR Reauthorization Bills Should Address Increased Risk Of HIV Among Women In Africa, Editorial Says07 May 2008
HIV/AIDS Should Not Be 'Barrier' To Peace Corps Service, Editorial Says07 May 2008
Texas AG Abbott Issues Opinion Allowing Prosecution Of People Involved In Bexar County Needle-Exchange Program07 May 2008
'60 Minutes' Profiles Partners In Health Co-Founder Paul Farmer07 May 2008
Group Launches Program To Expand Role Of People Living With HIV/AIDS In Uganda07 May 2008
Russia Should Increase HIV Prevention Efforts Targeted At IDUs, UNAIDS Executive Director Piot Says07 May 2008
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Profiles Founder Of Children Affected By AIDS Foundation06 May 2008
New York Lawmakers, HIV/AIDS Advocates Working To Address HIV/AIDS Funds For Counties06 May 2008
HIV/AIDS Cases Decline In Malawi; Testing, Counseling Sites Increase, Health Official Says06 May 2008
Rate Of Voluntary HIV Testing Unchanged In Singapore Despite Expanded Access To Rapid HIV Tests06 May 2008
More Women Than Men Sought Services At Uganda's AIDS Support Organization In 2007, Report Says06 May 2008
Global Fund Might Consider Loans For Countries That Become Too Wealthy To Qualify For Grants, Executive Director Says06 May 2008
It's The Virus, Stupid: Immune Exhaustion In HIV Infection06 May 2008
Can HIV Transmission In Pregnancy In Low Income Settings Be Prevented With Round The Clock Rapid Testing In Labor?06 May 2008

Hypertension News
Despite Therapy For Hypertension Kidney Disease Worsens In A Fourth Of African-Americans06 May 2008

Immune System / Vaccines News
The Design Of A Vaccine Against Leishmaniasis12 May 2008
Immunization Levels Among Inner City Children Enrolled In Subsidized Childcare Just Over Half Of National Averages, USA09 May 2008
Novartis Menveo(R) Vaccine Shows Strong Immune Response Against Four Types Of Meningitis Disease In Pivotal Phase III Study07 May 2008
New Discovery On Role Of Vital Protein That Fights Meningitis07 May 2008

Infectious Diseases / Bacteria / Viruses News
New Discovery On Role Of Vital Protein That Fights Meningitus12 May 2008
Lighting The Way To Cleaner Facilities Using UV Lotion12 May 2008
Medical Errors Expert To Give Keynote Address At APIC Conference12 May 2008
Microbiologists Receive Top Canadian Recognition12 May 2008
Treatment Could Be The Nation's First Line Of Defense Against Terrorist Smallpox Outbreak12 May 2008
Death Of A Child Infected With Diphtheria In London12 May 2008
Astellas' Mycamine(R) (micafungin) Licensed For Use In Europe To Treat Serious Fungal Infections12 May 2008
Virus Hijacks Cell Division Machinery11 May 2008
Daubenton's Bat Tests Positive For European Bat Lyssavirus Type 209 May 2008
Is Your Toilet Cleaner Than Your Keyboard?08 May 2008
Preventing Perioperative Transmission Of Airborne Microorganisms: Pilot Study Reinforces Use Of Portable Anteroom HEPA Filtration07 May 2008
Outbreak Of Screw Worm In Yemen07 May 2008
New York Firm's Meat And Poultry Products Recalled06 May 2008
Latest Findings On Lyme Disease: Annual Conference At UNH Highlights Diagnosis And Treatment Of Debilitating Disease, May 17th06 May 2008
Annual Conference On Vaccine Research To Highlight Not Only Health Benefits But Also Economic Gains06 May 2008

Irritable-Bowel Syndrome News
New NICE Guidelines Mean IBS Sufferers Will Be Tested For Coeliac Disease, UK12 May 2008
Anti-depressants May Benefit Some Patients With Irritable Bowel Disease06 May 2008

IT / Internet / E-mail News
Most Spanish Hospital Websites Are Not Accessible12 May 2008
Scientists Demonstrate Method For Integrating Nanowire Devices Directly Onto Silicon11 May 2008
NCAR Installs 76-Teraflop Supercomputer For Critical Research On Climate Change, Severe Weather10 May 2008
New Breed Of Supercomputers To Improve Assessment Of Global Climate Change10 May 2008
'Telepsychiatry' Allows Nurses To Treat Women With Postpartum Depression09 May 2008
Computer Game Could Benefit World Health09 May 2008
Consumers Ranked According To Environmental Behavior In First-Of-Its-kind 14-Country Study08 May 2008
University Research Contributes To Global Warming08 May 2008
Telehealth Intervention Benefits Patients With Chronic Illness08 May 2008
Mathematical Model Answers Question - Does The Brain Control Muscles Or Movements?08 May 2008
Theft Of Medical Information Becoming More Common USA Today Reports08 May 2008
Connect Imaging Announces Software To Support Totoku Super High Resolution Display For Mammography08 May 2008
America On The Move(R) Launches New Online Program For Families08 May 2008
New Breed Of Supercomputers For Improving Global Climate Predictions07 May 2008
Sniffing Out Danger Like Bloodhounds: New Cell-Based Sensors07 May 2008
Psychiatric Profile Of Teenagers At Risk For Committing Violent Acts Highlighted By OHSU Psychiatrist07 May 2008
Technologies Are Improving NHS Care In The UK07 May 2008
From Road Accidents To Rocket Fuel: Revolutionary Transport Research Showcased At Nottingham, UK07 May 2008
More Than 25 Percent Of Pediatric 'Emergency' Visits Could Be Replaced ByTelemedicine07 May 2008
Early ADMET Use Reported By Genetic Engineering And Biotechnology News06 May 2008
A Digital Haven For Terrorists On Our Own Shores?06 May 2008
Life Saving Role For Cell Phones06 May 2008
British Medical Association Responds To Independent Report On Shared Electronic Patient Records06 May 2008

Liver Disease / Hepatitis News
Liver Disease - Can-Fite Successfully Completed Phase I Clinical Trial With Its 2nd Drug CF10207 May 2008

Lymphoma / Leukemia News
Vion Pharmaceuticals Announces Initiation Of Clinical Trial Of Cloretazine(R) (VNP40101M) In Combination With Cytarabine09 May 2008
Critical Outcome Technologies Inc. Announces Granting Of European Patents For Acute Myelogenous Leukemia Drug Candidates08 May 2008

Medical Devices News
Research Into Cell Metabolism And Medical Injuries To Be Spearheaded By Engineer12 May 2008
From Engineering Solutions To Extending Human Healthspan To Developing Socially Assistive Robotics For Physical And Cognitive Health12 May 2008
UTHSC-H Trauma Research: Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst Announces $5M TETF Investment12 May 2008
OCAST Funds OSU Projects With Commercial Viability12 May 2008
Isotopes Made-To-Order Hold Promise On Science's Frontier12 May 2008
Virtus International Sponsors The 3rd Annual 2008 Future Medical Device Forum Inthe Vibrant City Of Tampa, Florida12 May 2008
New Technique Measures Ultrashort Laser Pulses At Focus11 May 2008
Radiotherapy Delivery Up To Eight Times Faster, Accuracy Improved With Less Time For Movement09 May 2008
Brain Imaging Improves Anxiety Treatment09 May 2008
Magnet Lab Researchers Make Observing Cell Functions Easier09 May 2008
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Warms Up09 May 2008
Artificial Golgi Created By Undergrad08 May 2008
ALS Association Endorses S. 2932, Rehab Carve-Out Bill08 May 2008
Picis Launches Total Perioperative Automation Solution In Europe08 May 2008
Donal Quinn Heads Diagnostics Division Of Siemens' Healthcare Sector07 May 2008
Miniature Smart Pump07 May 2008
Stem Cell Maturity Test07 May 2008
Extreme Lab-On-A-Chip: Pocket-Sized PCR Rapid Test Including Sample Preparation07 May 2008
House Hearing To Address Concerns Over Medicare Durable Medical Equipment Competitive Bidding Program07 May 2008
Autonomous Robot Surgeries Come A Step Closer07 May 2008
Breakthrough Instrument To Test Inhalable Drug Delivery Devices07 May 2008

Medical Malpractice / Litigation News
Ob-Gyns Hear Medical Liability Success Stories "Look Beyond Caps" Message Is Echoed07 May 2008
New Study Finds Bar-Coded Surgical Sponges Improve Patient Safety07 May 2008

Medical Students / Training News
To Encourage Research In Hematology, Promising Medical Trainees Awarded Funding12 May 2008
Kansas Health Reform Bill Includes Funding For Physician Training Program08 May 2008
Report On Training Is Damning Indictment Of Government, British Medical Association Says, UK08 May 2008
Texas Medical Association Awards Minority Scholarships07 May 2008
Graduating Doctors Will Leave Queensland If Jobs Aren't Available - Australian Medical Students' Association06 May 2008

Medicare / Medicaid / SCHIP News
Senate, House Delay Votes On Supplemental War Appropriations Bills With Provisions To Delay Medicaid Regulations12 May 2008
Proposed Federal Rule Would Ban Certain Marketing Techniques For Private Medicare Plans12 May 2008
Clock Ticking To Stop Medicare Physician Cuts That Hurt Seniors09 May 2008
CMS Proposes New Protections For Medicare Beneficiaries In Medicare Advantage And Prescription Drug Programs09 May 2008
Committee Evaluates Impact Of Planned Cut To Medicare Physician Fee Payments, USA09 May 2008
Statement Of President Of The Medicare Rights Center, On Proposed Regulations Governing Medicare Private Health And Prescription Drug Plans09 May 2008
Medicare Cuts Will Hurt Physicians In Small Practices, ACP Says09 May 2008
Senate Version Of Supplemental War Appropriations Bill Would Delay Medicaid Regulations, Increase FDA Funds09 May 2008
Senate Finance Committee Discusses Offsets For Estimated $15M To $18M Cost Of Medicare Payment Delay; Bush Administration Requests June 16 Deadline09 May 2008
Proposed Medicaid Regulations Would Not Compromise Disaster Preparedness, Bush Administration Officials Say09 May 2008
Letter From Bush Administration Indicates States Have More Flexibility To Prove They Enrolled 95% Of Currently Eligible Children In SCHIP09 May 2008
CMS Provides States With Information About SCHIP Crowd-Out Policies08 May 2008
CMS Launches Pilot To Test Personal Health Records For Medicare Beneficiaries In South Carolina08 May 2008
Stark And Health Subcommittee Grill CMS Over Bidding System Problems, USA08 May 2008
House Democrats Attach Bill To Delay Medicaid Regulations To Supplemental War Appropriations Legislation08 May 2008
Lawmakers, Industry Representatives, Officials Discuss Medicare Competitive Bidding Program For Durable Medical Equipment08 May 2008
Senate Democrats Attach Medicaid Bill Provisions To War Spending Measure08 May 2008
CMS Selects NHIC To Administer Medicare Claims Payment In Alaska, Idaho, Oregon And Washington08 May 2008
Medicare Bidding Program For Home Medical Equipment Is A 'Train Wreck' For Patients And Providers, AA Homecare Tells Ways And Means Subcommittee07 May 2008
AARP Effort To "Keep Medicare Fair" Moves To High Gear - New Television Spots And Direct Mail Begin Nationwide This Week07 May 2008
Studies Examine Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Outreach Efforts; Access To Care Among Uninsured Middle-Class, Low-Income Children07 May 2008
Lawsuit Filed To Stop 10% Medicaid Provider Payment Rate Reduction In California07 May 2008
New SCHIP Enrollees Have Unmet Health Care Needs And Waiting Period Would Negatively Affect Health Status Of Enrollees06 May 2008
California Health Care Providers Sue State Over Cuts06 May 2008
Pharmaceutical Care Management Association Lobbies For Electronic Prescribing Requirement In Medicare Bill06 May 2008
CMS Announces Decision On Medicare Coverage Of Artificial Hearts, Long-Term Acute Care Hospital Reimbursements06 May 2008
Senate Action On Medicare MD Pay Bill Might Be Delayed Due To Medicaid, War Funding Efforts, AARP Lobbyist Says06 May 2008
Some States To Ask Congress To Regulate Marketing Of Private Medicare Plans06 May 2008

Mental Health News
Mind Comments On New Public Attitudes Survey09 May 2008
2008 May Is Mental Health Month: Stressed "Sandwich Generation" Mothers Must Care For Themselves09 May 2008
Attitudes To Mental Health Remain Broadly Sympathetic, Department Of Health, UK09 May 2008
Not In My Back Garden - Government Figures Show Mental Health Stigma Is Still Rife, UK09 May 2008
Call For 'Serious Commitment To Improve Mental Health'08 May 2008
VA Director Denies Being Intentionally Vague Regarding Veterans' Suicide Data, Says E-mail Was 'Unfortunate'08 May 2008
Mental Disorders Cost Society Billions In Unearned Income07 May 2008
Magellan Health Services Sponsors 2008 Children's Mental Health Awareness Week07 May 2008