Disease Prevention Week

Aegis Health Group - Norton Healthcare Inc. Partners With Aegis Health Group to Bring Health- Management Program to Area Employers

Agammaglobulinemia - Studies from University of Minnesota in the area of agammaglobulinemia published

Alzheimer Disease - Studies from Buck Institute for Age Research update current data on Alzheimer disease

Alzheimer Disease Prevention - Reports outline Alzheimer disease prevention research from C. Lange-Asschenfeldt and colleagues

American Legacy Foundation - American Legacy Foundation Announces Lecture Series on Tobacco Policy and Enforcement in Honor of Vermont Attorney General William H. Sorrell

American Society for Horticultural Science - Fresh from the grapevine to the table

American Society of Nephrology - 'Statins' linked to improved survival in kidney transplant recipients

Angiogenesis - Scientists at University of Tennessee, College of Veterinary Medicine publish research in angiogenesis

Angioplasty - New angioplasty findings from Harvard University, Medical Department published

Anheuser-Busch - Anheuser-Busch Congratulates South Dakota Attorney General Larry Long for His Innovative Approach to Drunk-Driving Prevention

Antithrombotics - Reports from Stanford University highlight recent research in antithrombotics

Apoptosis - Nihon University publishes research in apoptosis

Apoptosis - Researchers from University of Belgrade describe findings in apoptosis

Apoptosis Prevention - New apoptosis prevention study findings have been published by scientists at University of Barcelona

Arizona State University - Study outlines measures to limit effects of pandemic flu on nursing homes

Arkansas Best Corporation - Wesley B. Kemp Named ABF President and COO

Arthritis - Studies in the area of arthritis reported from Vanderbilt University, Medical Department

Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now ACORN - ACORN Celebrates Minimum Wage Increase

Asthma - The American Lung Association Gives Local Organizations a Way To Help People Manage Asthma

Astron Clinica, Llc - Astron Clinica Unveils MoleMate, a Revolutionary Skin Cancer Screening System on Vans Warped Tour

Atrophy Prevention - Findings from Department of Veterans Affairs advance knowledge in atrophy prevention

Bacteriology - Reports outline bacteriology study results from Vanderbilt University

Bacteriology - Scientists at Aachen University publish research in bacteriology

Behavior - Data from University of New South Wales provide new insights into behavior

Behavior - Studies from City University of New York, Lehman College describe new findings in behavior

Bird Flu - Studies from Mahidol University, Medical Department have provided new data on bird flu

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas - Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas Develops Policy to Promote Patient Safety and Stop Reimbursement for 'Never Events,' 'Serious Hospital Acquired Conditions'

Bone Research - Studies from S.U. Lee and co-researchers yield new data on bone research

Bone Research - Studies from University of California reveal new findings on bone research

Brain Cancer - Study results from T.N. Kreisl et al provide new insights into brain cancer

Breast Cancer - Studies by D.E. Rollison and co-authors describe new findings in breast cancer

Breast Cancer Cell Biology - Rajiv Gandhi Center for Biotechnology, Division of Cancer Biology publishes research in breast cancer cell biology

Campylobacter - Studies conducted at P.S.L. Kwan et al on campylobacter recently published

Cancer - National Patient Advocate Foundation (NPAF) Supports Adoption of National Call to Action on Cancer Prevention and Survivorship

Cancer - New research on cancer from S.W. Duffy and co-authors summarized

Cancer - New Research Provides Evidence that Tea May Improve Attention and Focus, Keep Brain Cells Healthy, & Influence Genetics in Cancer

Cancer - Reports from Research Center for Cancer Prevention and Screening add new data to research in cancer

Cancer - Research from Cancer Research Institute broadens understanding of cancer

Cancer - Research reports from Gifu University, Medical Department provide new insights into cancer

Cancer - Research results from S. Woloshin and colleagues update understanding of cancer

Cancer - Sound Pharmaceuticals Files Second IND with the FDA for the Prevention of Chemotherapy Induced Hearing Loss in Advanced Stage Cancer

Cancer - Studies from National Cancer Institute describe new findings in cancer

Cancer Prevention - Research conducted at University of Colorado, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences has updated our knowledge about cancer prevention

Cancer Prevention - University of Nebraska, Eppley Institute for Research in Cancer and Allied Diseases publishes research in cancer prevention

Cardiac Surgery - Study results from O.J. Liakopoulos and colleagues update understanding of cardiac surgery

Cardiomyopathy - Research on cardiomyopathy reported by scientists at Johns Hopkins University

Cardiovascular Disease - New cardiovascular disease study findings recently were reported by researchers at Philipps University

Cardiovascular Disease - New findings from F. Giada and co-authors in the area of cardiovascular disease published

Cerebral Hemorrhage Therapy - New findings from Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions, Department of Neurology in the area of cerebral hemorrhage therapy described

Chemiluminescence - Research reports from C.S. Nautiyal and co-authors provide new insights into chemiluminescence

Chickenpox - Research conducted at University of Oxford has provided new information about chickenpox

Chronic Disease - Studies from F. Jalil and co-researchers in the area of chronic disease published

Chronic Disease - U.S. Preventive Medicine: Healthcare Savings More if Productivity Taken into Account

Clinical Hematology - Reports by J.W. Lee and co-researchers describe recent advances in clinical hematology

Clinical Trial Research - Investigators at Syracuse University release new data on clinical trial research

Clinical Trial Research - MIGENIX Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2008 Financial Results

Clinical Trial Research - PLC Systems Defers Pivotal Study of RenalGuard(TM) in the U.S.

Coagulation - The National Hemophilia Foundation Appoints Advocacy Leader as New CEO

Colon Cancer - Study findings on colon cancer are outlined in reports from North Dakota State University

Committee to Reduce Infection Deaths - On National Patient Safety Day, the Committee to Reduce Infection Deaths Calls on the CDC to Make Every Death Count

Conduct Disorder Genetics - New research on conduct disorder genetics from Virginia Commonwealth University, Virginia Institute for Psychiatric and Behavioral Genetics summarized

Cystic Fibrosis - Study findings from D.Y. Colin et al provide new insights into cystic fibrosis

Dementia - Reports from Sahlgrenska University highlight recent research in dementia

Dementia - Research from C.A. Szekely and co-authors in the area of dementia published

Dementia - Studies from D. Garfinkel and co-authors have provided new information about dementia

Densitometer - Research results from University of Oslo update understanding of densitometer

Dental Caries - Studies from Tsurumi University, Medical Department further understanding of dental caries

Dental Research - Research from University of Dundee in the area of dental research described

Depression - Findings from Johns Hopkins University in depression reported

Depression Risk Factors - Researchers' work from College of Medicine focuses on depression risk factors

Diabetes - New diabetes study findings have been reported from Kobe University, Medical Department

Diabetes - Research on diabetes described by B. Bodenalbala and colleagues

Diabetes - Researchers from University of Melbourne publish new studies and findings in the area of diabetes

Dialysis - Research conducted at Veterans Affairs Medical Center has updated our knowledge about dialysis

Diet and Nutrition - Data on diet and nutrition discussed by researchers at Marshall University

Diet and Nutrition - Research from University of Tokyo yields new data on diet and nutrition

Drug Resistance - Reports from R. Wolf and colleagues advance knowledge in drug resistance

Eating Disorders Prevention - Scientists at University of Chicago, Department of Psychiatry detail research in eating disorders prevention

EcoNugenics, Inc. - Clinical Trial on Hospitalized Children Suffering from Lead Poisoning Reveals the Safety and Effectiveness of Modified Citrus Pectin MCP

Elsevier - Neurotherapeutics presents special issue on new treatments for Alzheimer's disease

Endometriosis - MEDITRINA PHARMACEUTICALS, INC. OPENS INVESTIGATIONAL NEW DRUG (IND) APPLICATION FOR PHASE IIB CLINICAL TRIAL WITH MPI-676 IN ENDOMETRIOSIS - Approval of Second IND Marks Major Corporate Milestone and A

Enterprise Community Partners - Sixteen to Go Green

Environmental Integrity Project, Washington, D.C.; Earthjustice, - Earthjustice/EIP Report: Dangerous Mercury Pollution From Unregulated Cement Kilns in U.S. About Twice as High as Levels Previously Projected by EPA

Enzyme Research - Findings in enzyme research reported from University of Toronto, Faculty of Dentistry

Epidemiology - Studies conducted at M.F. Faramawi et al on epidemiology recently published

Epidemiology and Community Health - Study data from University of Bern provide new insights into epidemiology and community health

European Society of Cardiology - Heart disease is linked to worse mental processes that, in turn, predict the onset of dementia

Exocytosis Prevention - Data on exocytosis prevention published by investigators at Garvan Institute of Medical Research

Farmers Insurance Group - U.S. Birthrates Are Highest in August: Farmers Insurance Warns: Protect Your Children's Identity by Taking Precautionary Steps

Fibrin Tissue Adhesives - Research results from Humboldt University, Medical Department update understanding of fibrin tissue adhesives

Fibrosis - Research by L. Mastronardi and colleagues in fibrosis provides new insights

GE Healthcare - Published Study Demonstrates Lower Serum Creatinine Levels after Contrast Media Administration with Iodixanol Than with Iopromide

Gene Therapy - Studies from University of Helsinki reveal new findings on gene therapy

General Electric - John Dineen Named President and CEO of GE Healthcare; Lorenzo Simonelli to Lead GE Transportation

Genetics & Genomics - Study results from University of Georgia in the area of genetics & genomics published

Gestational Diabetes - Studies from D.A. Savitz et al have provided new data on gestational diabetes

Graft-Versus-Host Disease - Reports by P.J. Martin and co-researchers describe recent advances in graft-versus-host disease

HealthFitness - Response from HealthFitness CEO Gregg O. Lehman, Ph.D., to Report Finding Investment in Disease Prevention Could Save America $5.60 for Every $1 Spent

Healthways, Inc. - Healthways Again Awarded Health Information Product NCQA Certification

Heart Attack Prevention - Research findings from Tel-Aviv University update understanding of heart attack prevention

Heart Disease - Data on heart disease discussed by researchers at University of Calgary

Heart Disease - Recent findings from P.B. Lockhart and co-authors highlight research in heart disease

Heart Disease Prevention - Researchers at Cardiovascular Thrombosis Center publish new data on heart disease prevention

Hemorrhagic Stroke - Scientists at Duke University publish research in hemorrhagic stroke

Hepatectomy - Investigators at Catholic University publish new data on hepatectomy

Hepatitis C Virus Prevention - Study data from University of Montreal update knowledge of hepatitis C virus prevention

Highmark Foundation - Highmark Healthy High 5 School Challenge Program Awards $526,000 in Grants to 65 Pennsylvania Schools

HIV/AIDS - Investigators at Drew University release new data on HIV/AIDS

HIV/AIDS - Reports from University of California, Medical Department describe recent advances in HIV/AIDS

HIV/AIDS - Reports on HIV/AIDS findings from R.O. Valdiserri and co-researchers provide new insights

HIV/AIDS - Research conducted at K. Kubicek and co-researchers has updated our knowledge about HIV/AIDS

HIV/AIDS - Research from J. Bongaarts and co-authors yields new data on HIV/AIDS

HIV/AIDS - Research from R. Caballerohoyos and co-authors in the area of HIV/AIDS published

HIV/AIDS - Research on HIV/AIDS discussed by scientists at Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

HIV/AIDS - Research on HIV/AIDS reported by scientists at McGill University

HIV/AIDS - Researchers from University of Minnesota report on findings in HIV/AIDS

HIV/AIDS - Scientists at McGill University target HIV/AIDS

HIV/AIDS - Scientists at Tulane University, Medical Department target HIV/AIDS

HIV/AIDS - Studies from H. Sopheab et al further understanding of HIV/AIDS

HIV/AIDS - Studies from University of London further understanding of HIV/AIDS

HIV/AIDS - Study findings on HIV/AIDS are outlined in reports from B. Limbu and colleagues

HIV/AIDS - Study results from C.F. Caceres and colleagues broaden understanding of HIV/AIDS

HIV/AIDS - Study results from University of South Carolina provide new insights into HIV/AIDS

HIV/AIDS Co-Infection - New HIV/AIDS co-infection study findings have been published by scientists at Johns Hopkins University

HIV/AIDS Prevention - Findings from University of North Carolina, Department of Epidemiology advance knowledge in HIV/AIDS prevention

HIV/AIDS Prevention - Research from Texas A&M University, Health Science Center in the area of HIV/AIDS prevention published

House Committee on Foreign Affairs - Congress Sends Global HIV/AIDS Legislation to the President

Hygiene - Reports from Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine add new data to research in hygiene

Hypertension - Reports outline hypertension study findings from N.A. Khan and colleagues

Hypertension Prevention - New hypertension prevention research has been reported by scientists at Comenius University, Institute of Pathophysiology

Hypertension Prevention - Scientists at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Division of Cardiology target hypertension prevention

Immunization - Reports outline immunization study results from University of Melbourne

Immunization - Research from Cleveland Clinic reveals new findings on immunization

Influenza - Recent findings in influenza described by researchers from University of Pittsburgh

Influenza Prevention - New influenza prevention study results reported from University of Freiburg, Institute for Medical Microbiology and Hygiene

Injury Infection and Critical Care - Recent findings in injury infection and critical care described by researchers from University of Washington

Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions - Averting postsurgical infections in kids: Give antibiotics within hour before first incision

Joint Commission International - A Healthy Passport to the 2008 Olympic Games

Kidneys - Researchers from University of Modena describe findings in kidneys

Laminectomy - New laminectomy research from Colorado State University described

Latino Commission on Aids - Latino Commission on AIDS Welcomes Miss Universe 2008 Dayana Mendoza as its Newest 'Madrina' in the Fight Against AIDS

Lead Poisoning - Investigators at University of Rochester target lead poisoning

Life Sciences - New findings from G.L. Carriere and co-researchers in the area of life sciences described

Life Sciences - New life sciences findings from M.C. Leonardi and co-authors described

Life Sciences - New life sciences findings from Pennsylvania State University, Research Center described

Life Sciences - New life sciences research from Colorado State University, Research Center outlined

Life Sciences - Peking University describes research in life sciences

Life Sciences - Research from J.F. Andia and colleagues has provided new data on life sciences

Life Sciences - Research from Karolinska University has provided new information about life sciences

Life Sciences - Research reports from Toyama University provide new insights into life sciences

Life Sciences - Researchers at University of Texas release new data on life sciences

Life Sciences - Scientists at Jamia Hamdard detail research in life sciences

Life Sciences - Studies from C. Kearon and colleagues reveal new findings on life sciences

Life Sciences - Studies from Novo Nordisk in the area of life sciences published

Life Sciences - Studies from Vestfold University College in the area of life sciences published

Life Sciences - Study results from RIKEN provide new insights into life sciences

Liko North America - Safe Lifting 'Toolkit' Provides Free Resources for Healthcare Injury Prevention

Liver Failure Risk Factors - Research from University Hospital, Department of Surgery has provided new data on liver failure risk factors

Liver Resection - Data on liver resection published by P. Feltracco and colleagues

Macular Degeneration - Canadian Bio Med Systems Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of ICBS, announces the company has signed a preliminary agreement to acquire the licensing rights to a new technology in ophthalmic medicine for the treatment of Glaucoma and Ma

Manthan Systems - Manthan Unveils the all New ARC 5.8 - the Cutting Edge of Retail Analytics & Decision Making

MedPro Safety Products, Inc. - MedPro Enters into Material Definitive Agreements

Molecular Teratology - New findings in molecular teratology described from University of Cape Town

Molecular Teratology - New molecular teratology study findings recently were published by researchers at University of North Dakota

Montblanc - Montblanc Celebrates Nelson Mandela's 90th Birthday With 46664 Bangle

National Patient Advocate Foundation - National Patient Advocate Foundation NPAF Supports Adoption of National Call to Action on Cancer Prevention and Survivorship

NCR Corporation - Siemens and NCR Ink Reseller Agreement

Nymox Pharmaceutical Corporation - Almost 50% of Americans Exposed to Second-Hand Smoke According to New Report From Centers for Disease Control

Obesity - Recent findings from Children's Hospital highlight research in obesity in children

Obesity - Studies from Z. Shi and co-researchers update current data on obesity

Obesity - Study data from H. Takase and co-authors update knowledge of obesity

Obesity - YMCA Calls on Senate to Fund Community-Based Solutions to Address Childhood Obesity Crisis

Obesity and Diabetes - Data from Texas A&M University provide new insights into obesity and diabetes

Obesity and Diabetes - HealthMedia Launches First-Ever Binge Eating Campaign and Intervention to Take on Nation's Top Eating Disorder

Office of the Speaker of the House - Pelosi Statement on House Passage of Global AIDS Legislation

Orthopedic Nursing - Scientists at Western Connecticut State University detail research in orthopedic nursing

Osteoporosis - Research on osteoporosis published by E.M. Lewlecki et al

Otorhinolaryngology - New otorhinolaryngology data have been reported by scientists at University of Turin

Ovarian Cancer - Research results from C.G. Hannibal and co-authors update knowledge of ovarian cancer

Paramyxovirus - Research from K. Sleeman and colleagues provide new insights into paramyxovirus

Pediatrics - $15 Million Donation From the Karabots Foundation Enables the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia to Open a New Pediatric Care Facility in Norristown, Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency - PCCD Presents Crime Prevention Award to Berks County Police Chief

Perfusion - New perfusion research from University of Zurich described

Perinatal Epidemiology - New perinatal epidemiology study findings have been reported from G. Goedhart et al

Perinatal Epidemiology - New perinatal epidemiology study findings reported from I.S. Santos and co-authors

Pneumonia - Studies from Sankyo Co., Ltd. update current data on pneumonia

Poisoning - Data from D. Kendrick and colleagues advance knowledge in poisoning

Post-thrombotic Syndrome - Recent studies by S.R. Kahn and co-authors add new data to post-thrombotic syndrome findings

Pressure Ulcer - Reports outline pressure ulcer study findings from R. Elliott and colleagues

Principal Financial Group - The Principal Financial Group Announces New Chief Medical Officer for the Health Division

Prion Disease Prevention - Reports outline prion disease prevention study findings from University of Melbourne, Department of Pathology

Prostate Cancer - Data from Thomas Jefferson University advance knowledge in prostate cancer

Psychopathology - New findings from University of Queensland in the area of psychopathology in adolescents described

Public Health - Growing Public Health Crisis of Domestic Violence and Suicides by Returning Veterans

Public Health - Studies from D.H. Barrett and colleagues provide new data on public health

Radian Guaranty - Radian Guaranty Joins Hope Now Alliance

Regenerative Medicine - California Institute for Regenerative Medicine to Fund Stem Cell Research at Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute

Research and Markets Ltd. - Examine International Drug Control into the 21st Century as Explained by Field Experts

Research and Markets Ltd. - Examine the Opportunities with Dyslipidemia in Cardiovascular Risk Reduction

Safe and Secure Internet Gambling Initiative - Professor Assails Inaccurate Claim by Congressman, Encourages Responsible Internet Gambling Regulation

Sexually Transmitted Disease Prevention - Findings from University of California, Department of Laboratory Medicine in sexually transmitted disease prevention reported

Sexually Transmitted Disease Prevention - Reports from National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention, Division of Reproductive Health advance knowledge in sexually transmitted disease prevention

Silicone Implants - New silicone implants study findings reported from F.H. Mendes and co-authors

Skin Cancer - Astron Clinica Unveils MoleMate(TM), a Revolutionary Skin Cancer Screening System on Vans Warped Tour

Skin Cancer - Reports on skin cancer findings from University of California, Medical Department provide new insights

Smoking - Stopping Smoking in the Workplace Continues to Be a Challenge