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Susan Hasty, Publisher

Table of Contents . . . May 2nd, 2008

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Asperger Syndrome - Study data from D. Allen et al provide new insights into Asperger syndrome

Chromatography - Researchers from University of La Laguna detail new studies and findings in the area of chromatography

Depression - Research conducted at Warneford Hospital, Department of Psychiatry has provided new information about depression in adolescents

Health Insurance - Recent studies from University of California add new data to health insurance

Life Sciences - Findings in political science reported from University of Washington

Life Sciences - Investigators at University of Nottingham target life sciences

Life Sciences - New findings reported from R. Warner and co-authors describe advances in life sciences

Life Sciences - New life sciences research from University of Michigan described

Life Sciences - Reports from King Khalid University, Division of Psychiatry add new data to research in life sciences in children

Life Sciences - Research conducted at Cincinnati Children's Hospital has provided new information about life sciences

Life Sciences - Research conducted at Uppsala University has provided new information about life sciences

Life Sciences - Research from American University provides new data about life sciences

Life Sciences - Research from University of Montreal provide new insights into life sciences

Life Sciences - Research from University of Nevada yields new findings on life sciences

Life Sciences - Researchers' work from University of Missouri focuses on life sciences

Mass Spectrometry - Research by F. Hernandez and colleagues in mass spectrometry provides new insights

Medicare and Medicaid - Researchers from Brown University describe findings in medicare and medicaid

Mental Health - Research data from West Virginia University, Medical Department update understanding of mental health

Mental Health - Researchers from University of Washington provide details of new studies and findings in the area of mental health

Mental Health - Study data from University of Cincinnati provide new insights into mental health

Neoplasms - New findings from Columbia University in the area of neoplasms described

Organ Donation - New organ donation data have been reported by E. Mossialos and co-authors

Patents - Research from University of California broadens understanding of patents

Personality Disorders - Report summarizes personality disorders study findings from University of Southern California, Department of Psychology

Public Health - Research from Columbia University in the area of public health described

Smallpox Vaccines - Researchers from Health Resources and Services Administration describe findings in smallpox vaccines

Smoking - Research results from Manipal Teaching Hospital, Manipal College of Medical Sciences update understanding of smoking

Smoking - Studies by G. Cesaroni and co-authors describe new findings in smoking

Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm - FDA Approves Medtronic's Talent(TM) Abdominal Stent Graft for Repairing Aortic Aneurysms

Actinic Keratosis - Graceway Pharmaceuticals Reports Study in British Journal of Dermatology: Patients Treated with ALDARA Experienced Higher Levels of Histological and Sustained Clearance for Actinic Keratosis (AK) than Patients in two Other

Adaptis - Adaptis Promotes Roya Rezai to Chief Compliance Officer

Adverse Drug Reactions - Data on adverse drug reactions reported by researchers at Baylor College of Medicine, College of Medicine

Adverse Drug Reactions - Napo Announces Successful Clinical Results in Phase 2 Study of Crofelemer in Acute Adult Infectious Diarrhea

Adverse Drug Reactions - New adverse drug reactions research reported from S.S. Chaves and co-authors

Affymetrix, Inc. - Affymetrix Announces Preliminary First Quarter Revenue

Age and Ageing - Researchers from University of Queensland detail new studies and findings in the area of age and ageing

Aging - Health Care Work Force Too Small, Unprepared for Aging Baby Boomers; Higher Pay, More Training, and Changes in Care Delivery Needed to Avert Crisis

Aging - Research from University of Washington in the area of aging described

Aging - Statement From Larry Minnix, President & CEO, American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging (AAHSA) on the Senate Special Committee on Aging Hearing, 'Caring for Our Seniors COLONS

Allergies - Alcon's PATANASE(R) Nasal Spray Approved by FDA for Treatment of Nasal Allergy Symptoms

Allergies - OMNARIS(TM) Nasal Spray Now Available by Prescription for Patients with Seasonal and Perennial Allergies

Allergies - Scientists at University of Rostock publish research in allergies

Almost Family, Inc. - Almost Family Announces Pricing of 2,250,000 Common Shares

Alzheimer Disease - Medivation's Dimebon(TM) Significantly Improved Thinking and Memory in Alzheimer's Disease Patients Over One Year

Alzheimer Disease - Study Suggests GAMMAGARD LIQUID May Target the Primary Pathway Involved in Alzheimer's Disease

American Bio Medica Corporation - ABMC Announces Contract in the Dominican Republic

American Chemistry Council - ACC Calls on FDA to Update Review of Bisphenol A

American Chemistry Council - Draft National Toxicology Program Report Supports Safety of Bisphenol A

American Independence Corp. - American Independence Corp. Announces Acquisition of National Marketing Organization Distributing Individual Major Medical Policies

American Medical Association, Advocacy Update, April 14, 2008) - Physician Hospitals of America Denounces 'Farm Bill' Plan to Sell Out Seniors and Physicians to Pay for Agribusiness Subsidies

American Water Works Association - AWWA Urges Science-Based Approach in Addressing Pharmaceutical Compounds in Water

Anatomy - Researchers from University of Texas detail new studies and findings in the area of anatomy

Anesthesia - Data on anesthesia discussed by researchers at University of Oxford

Anesthesia - Elsevier Expands Procedures Consult(TM) with Emergency Medicine, Orthopedics and Anesthesia Procedures

Anesthesia - Research from Sangart, Inc. in the area of anesthesia published

Aneurysm - ES Vascular Receives CE Mark for its First Aortic Stapler for End-to-End Anastomosis Between Synthetic Grafts and Aorta During Open Repair of Aortic Aneurysmal and Occlusive Disease

Angiology - New angiology study findings recently were published by R.L. Gao and co-researchers

Angioneurotic Edema - Lev Pharmaceuticals Announces Submission of Complete Response to FDA for Cinryze(TM) for Hereditary Angioedema

Angiotensins - Studies from Osaka University, Department of Geriatric Medicine in the area of angiotensins described

Angiotensins - Study data from National Cardiovascular Center update knowledge of angiotensins

Antibiotics - Study data from O. Lepparanta and co-authors update knowledge of antibiotics

Anxiety Disorders - BrainCells Inc. Initiates Phase 2 Clinical Trial with BCI-540 for Depression with Anxiety

Arbios Systems, Inc. - Arbios Commences Process to Seek European Marketing Approval for SEPET(TM)

Arpida - Arpida Provides Comprhensive Overview of Pivotal Phase III Trial Data

Arthritis - Latest rheumatoid arthritis drugs compared

Arthroscopy - Studies conducted at N. Saldua et al on arthroscopy recently published

Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO) - Public Justice, on Behalf of ADAO, Files Two Lawsuits over CSI Toys Containing Asbestos

Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology - APIC Conference to Address New CMS Regulations

Asthma - MedImmune Advances Asthma Program with Start of a Phase 2 Trial in Europe and Australia and First U.S.-Based Clinical Trial for Antibody Targeting IL-13

Asthma - New asthma study results from A. Chuchalin et al described

Atlas Butler - National Indoor Comfort Week - a Breath of Fresh Air for Allergy Sufferers

Autism - Arc of Florida Brings the Needs of Persons with Developmental Disabilities to the Attention of the Legislature

Autism - Reports from L.J. Scott and colleagues advance knowledge in autism

Autism - UMDF Statement on the Connection Between Mitochondrial Disease and Autism

Bacterial Vaginosis - Researchers at La Sapienza University have published new data on bacterial vaginosis

Beaumont Hospitals - Beaumont Hospitals Launches Invention Creation Center

Behavior - Studies from University of Hong Kong in the area of behavior published

Best Practices, Llc - Optimizing for Commercial Launch Success

Bioengineering - Data on bioengineering reported by researchers at University of Wisconsin, Medical Department

Biologics - DSM Biologics and Upfront to Develop a Fully Disposable Chromatography System Optimized for High Yield Cell Line Production

BioMed Realty Trust, Inc. - BioMed Realty Trust Prices Public Offering of 5,700,000 Shares of Common Stock

Biopsy - Data on biopsy published by M.A. Simpson and colleagues

Biopsy - New biopsy data have been reported by researchers at University Medical Center

Biopsy - New biopsy study findings reported from Christian Medical College, Medical College

Biotech Business - Spherix Hires Key Employees

Biotechnology - Assistant US Trade Representative Jim Murphy Honored as BIO Legislator of the Year

Biotechnology - Representative Brady Honored as BIO Legislator of the Year

Biotechnology - Representative Schwartz Honored as BIO Legislator of the Year

Biotechnology - Senator Feinstein Honored as BIO Legislator of the Year

Biotechnology Business - United BioSource Acquires Leading Publication Planning Software and Services Company

Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) - Senator Kyl Honored as BIO Legislator of the Year

Bipartisan Policy Center - Former U.S. Senate Majority Leaders Baker, Daschle, Dole, and Mitchell Launch Unprecedented Health Care Effort

Bipolar Disorder - Vioxx Disclosure Emphasizes Need for New Web Resource that Answers Questions About Anti-Epileptic Medication Use

Bipolar Disorder Therapy - Research on bipolar disorder therapy discussed by scientists at Southwestern Medical Center

Blindness - Research from D.T.H. Tan et al has provided new information about blindness

Blood Safety - Recent studies from American University of Beirut, Medical Department add new data to blood safety

Blood Safety - Research from J. Krupinski et al broadens understanding of blood safety

Bone Research - Study results from Imperial College, Department of Mechanical Engineering in the area of bone research published

Brachytherapy - FDA Grants NeoVista's Request to Expand CABERNET Trial to 30 Sites in the U.S.

Breast Augmentation - Getting Beach Ready Calls for More Than Hitting the Gym

Breast Cancer - Millions of Euros could be saved if breast cancer follow-ups were led by specialist nurses

Breast Cancer - New research shows no link between aromatase inhibitors and cardiovascular problems

Breast Cancer - New Study Further Supports Safety of Promensil(R) as a Natural, Effective Way to Manage Mild-to-Moderate Menopausal Symptoms

Breast Cancer - NovoCure presents results from breast cancer pilot study

Breast Cancer - Recent findings from H. Mouridsen and co-authors highlight research in breast cancer

Breast Cancer - Susan G. Komen for the Cure(R) Calls on Policymakers to Address Unfairness in Breast Cancer Incidence and Mortality

Bridge to Healthy Smiles Coalition - Illinois House to Hold Appropriation Hearing on Improving Access to Dental Care for More Than 2 Million Children and Adults

California Nurses Association - RNs Condemn Violent Service Union Attack at Michigan Event

California Nurses Association/National Nurses Organizing Committee - Court Orders Service Union and Its President Andy Stern: Stop Stalking and Harassing Registered Nurse Leaders and Staff of California Nurses Assn/NNOC

California Nurses Association/NNOC - RN Leaders of California Nurses Association/NNOC Demand Andy Stern Immediately Cease SEIU's Harassment and Stalking of Nurses at Home and on Patient Care Floors

Cancer - ANX-530 Demonstrates Equivalent Pharmacokinetics to Navelbine(R) in a Registrational Bioequivalence Clinical Study

Cancer - Cephalon Announces European Commission Approval of EFFENTORA for the Treatment of Breakthrough Cancer Pain

Cancer - Micromet Presents Safety and Efficacy Data from Primate Studies With Two New BiTE Antibodies Developed for Treatment of Leukaemia and Melanoma

Cancer - Neoprobe Receives Regulatory Clearance for Lymphoseek Clinical Study

Cancer - Onconova Therapeutics Announces Presentation of Clinical and Nonclinical Data on Lead Compound ON 01910.Na and New Sulfonamide Compounds at AACR

Cancer - Peregrine Researchers Present New Preclinical Data at AACR Annual Meeting Confirming Unique Anti-Tumor Mechanism of Bavituximab

Cancer - Preclinical Study Presented at AACR Annual Meeting Shows Broad Anti-Cancer Potential of Peregrine's anti-PS Vascular Targeting Antibodies

Cancer - Rite Aid Foundation Grants $20,000 to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute for Mobile Health Initiative

Cancer - Scientists at Cephalon, Inc. discuss research in cancer

Cancer - Studies from K.C. Xu et al add new findings in the area of cancer

Cancer - Tenet and the University of Southern California Reach Tentative Agreement Regarding USC University Hospital and USC Norris Cancer Hospital

Cancer Epidemiology - New findings reported from National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health describe advances in cancer epidemiology

Cancer Therapy - Researchers from Wuhan University, Cancer Center report details of new studies and findings in the area of cancer therapy

Cancer Vaccines - Accentia Announces that After Reviewing Unblinded Results, Independent DMC Recommends Presenting Data on BiovaxID(R) to FDA and Worldwide Regulatory Agencies in Order to Seek Marketing Approvals for Follicular Non-

Cancer Vaccines - Biovest Reports that Independent Data Monitoring Committee Recommends Unblinding of Phase 3 Clinical Results for its Anti-Cancer Vaccine, BiovaxID(R)

Cancer Vaccines - Cell Genesys Announces Encouraging Results from Phase 1/2 Trial of GVAX Immunotherapy for Prostate Cancer in Recurrent Disease

Cancer Vaccines - Findings from University of Arkansas advance knowledge in cancer vaccines

Cancer Vaccines - Geron Receives Milestone Payment From Exeter Life Sciences

Cancer Vaccines - ImQuest Presents New Anti-HIV Drug and Topical Microbicide Development Results on Lead Pyrimidinedione Products IQP-0410 and IQP-0528

Cancer Vaccines - Low HER2 Expressing Breast Cancer Patients Respond Preferentially to Apthera's NeuVax(TM)

Cancer Vaccines - Preclinical Study Presented at AACR Annual Meeting Shows Peregrine's Anti-PS Immunocytokines Can Generate Protective Immune Responses in a Highly Aggressive Breast Cancer Model

Carcinoma - Research from University of Heidelberg broadens understanding of carcinoma

Cardiology - Data on cardiology published by researchers at University of Greifswald, Department of Neurosurgery

Cardiology - New research shows benefits of ultrasound contrast agents outweigh potential risk to heart patients

Cardiology - Research conducted at A. Kezerashvili and co-researchers has updated our knowledge about cardiology

Catheterization - Study results from K. Logan et al provide new insights into catheterization

Central Nervous System Disease - FTY720, a novel oral therapy in development for MS, shows sustained benefits for the majority of patients after three years of treatment

Central Nervous System Disorders - Antares Pharma's Partner to Initiate Phase III Trial for CNS Therapy in Q4 2008

Cerebral Infarction - New cerebral infarction study findings have been reported by Y. Fukuuchi and colleagues

Cervical Cancer - HiFi DNA Tech Tells FDA It is ''Unreasonable'' and Should Study the Science of HPV DNA PCR and DNA Sequencing for Genotyping

Chickenpox - Research on chickenpox reported by T. Carbajal et al

Chickenpox - Researchers at Merck & Company, Inc. have published new data on chickenpox

Chronic Disease - New Jersey Leaders Join Forces to Battle Chronic Disease

Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia - New chronic lymphocytic leukemia data have been reported by P. Hillmen and co-authors

Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia - New chronic lymphocytic leukemia research from University of Cologne described

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Therapy - New chronic obstructive pulmonary disease therapy study findings have been reported by researchers at Auburn University

Clinical Practice - Reports from University of Pittsburgh add new data to research in clinical practice

Clinical Practice - Studies in the area of clinical practice reported from Royal United Hospital

Clinical Research - Intertek Acquires 4-Front Research to Offer Clinical Research Studies on Consumer Products Worldwide

Clinical Trial Research - eResearchTechnology, Inc. and nSpire Health, Inc. Form Alliance to Deliver Integrated Cardiac Safety and Pulmonary Clinical Trial Services

Clinical Trial Research - Hadasit, Hadassah Medical Organization and Brigham and Women's Hospital Announce the Successful Phase I Study Results of a New Orally Administered Drug for Autoimmune Diseases

Clinical Trial Research - Nymox Announces Clinical Study Presentation on BPH Drug at American Urological Association Meeting

Clinical Trial Research - Research from Toronto Western Hospital, Department of Anesthesiology provides new data about clinical trial research

Clinical Trial Research - Risk of death from rofecoxib in some trials may have been misrepresented by study sponsor

Coalition For A Fair & Competitive Insurance Market - Coalition for a Fair & Competitive Insurance Market Says Senate Should Reject the Blues Attempt to Expand Their Unfair Advantage

Codexis, Inc. - Codexis, Inc. Files Registration Statement for Proposed Initial Public Offering

Colon Cancer - Additive Anti-Tumor Activity of NKTR-102 in Combination With Bevacizumab Highlighted in Positive Preclinical Data Presented at AACR Meeting

Colon Cancer - Research from University Hospital provides new data on colon cancer

Colon Cancer - Scientists at Tokai University target colon cancer

Colon Cancer - Sirtex Receives FDA Approval for FAST Clinical Trial

Colon Cancer - Studies from University of Arkansas in the area of salmonellosis described

Committee to Reduce Infection Deaths - April 16th Congressional Hearing on Hospital Infections

Committee to Reduce Infection Deaths - Infection Experts' Report Reveals the CDC'S Deadly Mistakes

Community Health - Medware Signs Transcription Workflow Agreement with Community Healthcare System

Cosmetic Surgery - Cosmetic Surgery Market Report Reveals Annual Growth Rates of Between 21.7% and 69% From 2003

CRM Holdings, Ltd. - Compensation Risk Managers, LLC Receives Notice of Administrative Action by New York Workers' Compensation Board

Cultural Anthropology - Findings in cultural anthropology reported from H. Paxson and co-researchers

Cultural Anthropology - Research from Johns Hopkins University in the area of cultural anthropology published

Cystic Fibrosis - Lung transplants in cystic fibrosis patients with life-threatening bacteria sparks debate at ISHLT

Cystic Fibrosis - Lung Transplants in Cystic Fibrosis Patients With Life-Threatening Bacteria Sparks Debate at ISHLT Meeting

Cytomegalovirus - New cytomegalovirus data have been reported by C. Turturo and co-authors

Defibrillators - Philips Supports the Boston Marathon as the Sole Provider of Life-Saving Medical Devices

Dementia - Medivation's Dimebon(TM) Significantly Improved Daily Function in Alzheimer's Disease Patients, Resulting in Reduced Need for Caregiver Assistance

Dementia Therapy - Studies from Yale University, Department of Psychiatry update current data on dementia therapy

Dengue Fever Vaccines - Studies from Phramongkutklao Hospital, Department of Pediatrics add new findings in the area of dengue fever vaccines

Dentistry - Academy of General Dentistry Releases Updated Employment Statistical Map

Dermatitis - Study results from University of Milan update understanding of dermatitis

Diabetes - Data Presented at AAN Show That Lacosamide Significantly Reduced Pain and was Generally Well Tolerated in Patients With Diabetic Neuropathic Pain

Diabetes - Innocoll Announces Dosing of First Patient in US Phase 2 Clinical Trial to Investigate CollaRx(R) GENTAMICIN TOPICAL for the Treatment of Moderately Infected Diabetic Foot Ulcers

Diabetes - Stem Cells From Menstrual Blood Show Therapeutic Potential

Dialysis - Researchers from Capital University discuss findings in dialysis

Discectomy - New findings in discectomy described by M. Fernandezfairen and co-researchers

DNA Research - Connecticut BioBus Travels to State Capitol on April 24 for Tours and Experiments with Visiting Students

DNA Research - Orchid Cellmark Applauds Expansion of Federal Forensic DNA Identity Testing to Include All Arrestees

Draeger Safety, Inc. - Draeger Receives Frost & Sullivan Consumer Award for Respiratory Protection

Drager - Draeger Supplies Products and Solutions for Shutdown Management

Drug Development - Research data from University of Gothenburg, Sahlgrenska Academy update understanding of drug development

Drug Research - Findings in drug research reported from D. Parish and co-researchers

Drug Resistance - Data from University of Nebraska advance knowledge in drug resistance

Eating Disorders - Scientists at University of Cincinnati report research in eating disorders

Emergency Medicine - Findings from University of California provide new insights into emergency medicine

Emergency Medicine - Study results from K.S. Cosby and colleagues broaden understanding of emergency medicine

Empire Investment Holdings - Empire Investment Holdings Appoints Bill Sweeney General Manager of MSI Surgical Solutions

Enzyme Research - New enzyme research study findings recently were reported by researchers at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Department of Chemistry

Enzyme Research - New enzyme research study findings reported from University of California

Escherichia Coli - Studies from G.H. Wu and colleagues yield new information about Escherichia coli

Evaluation in Clinical Practice - Research from University of Newcastle broadens understanding of evaluation in clinical practice

Evaluation in Clinical Practice - Research results from V.A. Kazandjian and colleagues update understanding of evaluation in clinical practice

Experimental Model Therapy - Research from T. Tsubouchi and co-authors reveals new findings on experimental model therapy

Eye Injuries - Reports outline eye injuries research from Kaohsiung Medical University, Department of Ophthalmology

Family History Research - New findings from T. Hager and co-researchers in the area of family history research described

Family History Research - Reports outline family history research from University of Cambridge

Fibromyalgia - Pfizer's Lyrica Demonstrates Advantages in Sustained Efficacy over Eli Lilly's Sales-Leading Cymbalta in the Treatment of Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia - Studies from P.J. Mease et al have provided new data on fibromyalgia

Fitch Ratings - Fitch Rates Lake Hospital System (Ohio) 2008A&B Revs 'A-'; Outlook Stable

Flu Vaccines - Novavax Reports Positive Results from Preclinical Studies of its VLP-based Trivalent Seasonal Influenza Vaccine Candidate

Fluidigm Corporation - Fluidigm Files Registration Statement for Proposed Initial Public Offering

Food Poisoning Prevention - Studies from Rutgers University reveal new findings on food poisoning prevention

Ford Motor Company - Ford Scientists Look to Nanotechnology for Performance, Fuel Economy Improvements

Gamma Pharmaceuticals Inc - Gamma Pharmaceuticals Inc Teams up with BDA Sports Management to Feature NBA Stars

Gene Therapy - New findings in gene therapy described by Y. Yildirim and co-researchers

Gene Therapy - Reports summarize gene therapy research from University of California

Genetics & Genomics - Scientists Explore Human Gene Pool With Help From Microsoft Research

Geography - Data from Whitman College advance knowledge in geography

Glaucoma - Prevent Blindness America Invites Consumers to 'See America' Through Nationwide Contest

Headache and Migraine - Treximet(TM) (Sumatriptan and Naproxen Sodium) Tablets Approved by FDA for Acute Treatment of Migraine

Health Insurance - Consumer Watchdog Applauds L.A. City Attorney's Efforts to Reinstate Cancelled Blue Cross Patients; Urges State HMO Regulator to Immediately Reinstate Coverage

Health Workforce Solutions Llc - New Website Showcases 24 Promising Models That Are Transforming How Health Care Is Delivered

Heart Attack - Data from University of Frankfurt advance knowledge in heart attack

Heart Attack - New heart attack study findings recently were reported by P. Menasch and co-researchers

Hepatitis C Virus - Romark Laboratories Initiates Phase II Study of Nitazoxanide in Treatment-Naive Patients With Chronic Hepatitis C Genotype 1

Hepatitis C Virus - Studies from National Taiwan University further understanding of hepatitis C virus

Hepatitis C Virus - ViroPharma Announces Discontinuation of HCV-796 Development

Higher Balance Institute - Higher Balance Institute Forced to File Suit to Defend Itself

Hill-Rom - Hill-Rom's NaviCare(R) WatchChild(R) Solution Provides Enhanced Information Technology Solutions for Obstetrical Care

HIV/AIDS - Investigators at University of Toronto publish new data on HIV/AIDS

HIV/AIDS - New data from J.A. Musto et al illuminate research in HIV/AIDS

HIV/AIDS - Reports from Rhode Island Hospital describe recent advances in HIV/AIDS

HIV/AIDS - Reports summarize HIV/AIDS study results from J. Lalezari and co-researchers

HIV/AIDS - Research data from L.A. Sorbera and colleagues update understanding of HIV/AIDS

HIV/AIDS - Research from A.F. Gasasira and co-researchers in the area of HIV/AIDS published

HIV/AIDS - Study data from New York University update knowledge of HIV/AIDS

HIV/AIDS - Study findings from J.S. Haukoos et al broaden understanding of HIV/AIDS

HIV/AIDS - SurgiLance Safety Lancet Part of Major HIV Testing Initiative in Sub-Saharan Africa

HIV/AIDS Therapy - Reports on HIV/AIDS therapy findings from University of California, Department of Internal Medicine provide new insights

Human Organization - Research on human organization detailed by scientists at University of Florida

Hyperhidrosis - Research from Sahlgrenska University in hyperhidrosis provides new insights

Hypertrichosis - New hypertrichosis study findings have been reported by scientists at Medical University of Vienna

IIR - 2009 Annual Partnership with CROs Event Keynote Speaker and Location Unveiled

Immucor, Inc. - Immucor CEO's Italian Trial Moves Toward Second Phase

Inflammatory Bowel Disease - Data on inflammatory bowel disease published by F.M. Habal and colleagues

Influenza - New influenza research from D.I. Bernstein et al outlined

Ingenuity Systems - Ingenuity Systems and Pfizer Announce Strategic Partnership for Pathway Analysis

Internal Medicine - Researchers at University of Michigan publish new data on internal medicine

Investor Environmental Health Network, Falls Church, Va - 'Toxic Stock Syndrome' Report: Many Companies Are Keeping Shareholders in the Dark on Potential Recalls, Bans, and Other Risks

IRIS International, Inc. - IRIS Achieves CE Mark for Its iChem(R)VELOCITY(TM) Automated Urine Chemistry Analyzer

Isis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. - Update From Mipomersen Extended Dosing Study Continues to Show That Mipomersen Is Well Tolerated and Maintains Activity in Patients Treated for Up to 16 Months

Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies - Joint Center Sees Social Determinants of Health as Key to Reducing Disparities at Annual Fund-raising Gala

Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association - Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association Supports Safety of Baby Bottles

Kidney Cancer - AVEO Pharmaceuticals' Novel Triple VEGF Receptor Inhibitor Shows Tumor Regression in Patients with Advanced Renal Cancer; Clinical Activity and Tolerability in other Solid Tumors including Colon and Lung Cancers

Kidney Failure - Studies from J. Sonck and co-authors have provided new information about kidney failure

Kinetic Concepts, Inc. - Kinetic Concepts, Inc. to Offer Convertible Notes

Knee Osteoarthritis Prevention - Reports summarize knee osteoarthritis prevention research from University of Wuppertal, Institute of Occupational Health

Kosan Biosciences Incorporated - Kosan Presents Preclinical Data on Novel Third-Generation Hsp90 Inhibitors at AACR

Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel Llp - Kramer Levin Honored by Northside Center for Child Development

Kryptiq Corporation - Medford Medical Clinic Writes a Prescription for Change: Kryptiq's eScriptMessenger

La Roche-Posay - ANTHELIOS 40 Sunscreen with Mexoryl(TM) SX From the brand trusted for over 15 years worldwide to offer high UVA protection

Law Offices of Howard G. Smith, Bensalem, Pa - Correction: Law Offices of Howard G. Smith Announces Investigation on Behalf of Shareholders of Inverness Medical Innovations, Inc.

Lentigo - Studies from University of Tehran describe new findings in lentigo

Leukemia - ZIOPHARM Presents Positive Data from Phase II Study of Darinaparsin in Advanced Hematological Malignancies at AACR 2008 Annual Meeting

Life Sciences - Data from Medical University of Vienna provide new insights into life sciences

Life Sciences - New findings from T.T. Hien and co-authors describe advances in life sciences

Life Sciences - New life sciences study findings have been published by C. Briggs and colleagues

Life Sciences - New life sciences study findings have been reported by D. Tanne and co-researchers

Life Sciences - New life sciences study findings have been reported by S. Fatovicferencic and co-researchers

Life Sciences - New life sciences study findings have been reported by scientists at Beaumont Hospital

Life Sciences - Recent findings in life sciences described by investigators from Center for Biomedical Research

Life Sciences - Research from Berylliant, Inc. reveals new findings on life sciences

Life Sciences - Research from Food & Drug Administration provides new data on life sciences

Life Sciences - Research from National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health provides new data about life sciences

Life Sciences - Research in the area of life sciences reported from E. Robardet and colleagues

Life Sciences - Research in the area of life sciences reported from Northwestern University, Department of Medicine

Life Sciences - Researchers at Abington Memorial Hospital have published new data on life sciences

Life Sciences - Researchers from Hong Kong University of Science and Technology publish new studies and findings in the area of life sciences

Life Sciences - Studies from Karolinska University, Department of Clinical Neuroscience reveal new findings on life sciences

Liver Transplant - Researchers from University of London, King's College publish findings in liver transplant

Liver Transplant - Studies from Kyushu University describe new findings in liver transplant

Lung Cancer - Studies from D.G. Nicastri et al in the area of lung cancer described

Lymphoma Immunology - Reports outline lymphoma immunology study results from Chugai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Magnetic Resonance - DARA Announces Surgi-Vision Agreement with Boston Scientific Corporation

Malaria - Studies from University of Utah in the area of malaria published

Malaria Therapy - Studies from Malaria Research and Training Center yield new information about malaria therapy

Managed Care - AMCP and FMCP Confer Awards for Volunteer and Professional Accomplishment in Pharmacy

Managed Care - Research Examines Formulary Decision Process among Health Plans

Marketing and Licensing Agreements - Golden State Medical Supply Selects IBM Technology to Comply With California Prescription Drug Pedigree Regulations

Marketing and Licensing Agreements - Healthcare Coalition Approves Tools to Improve Patient Safety During Transitions of Care

Marketing and Licensing Agreements - Researchers from Harvard University provide details of new studies and findings in the area of marketing and licensing agreements

Marketing and Licensing Agreements - Salud Family Health Centers Selects eClinicalWorks Unified EMR/PM Solution

Marketing and Licensing Agreements - WellPoint Announces Development of Innovative Drug Safety System Designed to Monitor Drug and Therapy Risks Post-FDA Approval

Mass Spectrometry - New mass spectrometry research reported from P. Lasch and co-authors

McGuireWoods LLP - April 16 is National Healthcare Decisions Day

Medical Care Research - Research from Pennsylvania State University provides new data on medical care research

Medicare and Medicaid - Texas Health Care Association: New Report on Long Term Care Workforce Spotlights Need to Boost Texas Medicaid Rates

Mental Health - Studies from Columbia University, New York State Psychiatric Institute update current data on mental health in children

Mental Health - Study results from National Institute of Mental Health update understanding of mental health

Merck & Co., Inc. - Merck Responds to Journal of the American Medical Association Articles

Metabasis Therapeutics, Inc. - Metabasis Therapeutics Raises Approximately $10 Million Through a Warrant Exchange and Concurrent Private Placement

Metabolism - Reports outline metabolism study results from S. Abel et al

Molecular Therapy - New molecular therapy study findings have been reported by O. Walisko and colleagues

Monoclonal Antibodies - Abbott Announces HUMIRA(R) (adalimumab) Approved in Japan for the Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Monoclonal Antibodies - Recent findings from W.Z. Qian and co-authors highlight research in monoclonal antibodies

Monoclonal Antibodies - Reports on monoclonal antibodies findings from National Taiwan University provide new insights

Monoclonal Antibodies - Research conducted at Leiden University has updated our knowledge about monoclonal antibodies

Monoclonal Antibodies - Studies from G. Pitarch et al provide new data on monoclonal antibodies

Monoclonal Antibodies - Study findings from I.T. Figueiredo et al provide new insights into monoclonal antibodies

MSA - MSA's John Ryan III and Bill Lambert to Ring Closing Bell at New York Stock Exchange on Tuesday

Multiple Sclerosis - Early Treatment with COPAXONE(R) Significantly Delayed Progression to Clinically Definite Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple Sclerosis Risk Factors - Data on multiple sclerosis risk factors discussed by L. La Mantia and colleagues

Myopia - New myopia findings from Emory University published

National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization - More Than 350 Events Today in Recognition of First National Healthcare Decisions Day

National Patient Advocate Foundation - Small Businesses and the Self-Employed Need Stronger Coverage Protections for Pre-Existing Conditions

Neck Pain - Research results from P. Cote and co-authors update knowledge of neck pain

Nephrosis - New nephrosis study findings have been reported by S. Gulati and co-researchers

Neurogen Corporation - Neurogen Announces Closing of $30.6 Million Financing to Advance Clinical Development Programs

Neuroophthalmology - Data on neuroophthalmology described by E. Mcmullan et al

Nolo.com - Nolo.com Adds Up the Emotional Costs of Foreclosure With the Five Stages of Foreclosure Grief

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer - Report summarizes non-small cell lung cancer study findings from R. Rosell and co-researchers

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer - Research from C.A. Butts and colleagues provide new insights into non-small cell lung cancer

Nursing - Recent studies by P.C. Beecroft and co-authors add new data to nursing findings

Obesity - Dr. Siegal's(R) COOKIE DIET(TM) Creator Sanford Siegal, D.O., M.D., Weighs In on Madonna's 'My husband didn't want to have sex on the

Obesity - New obesity research reported from University of Foggia

Obesity - The Mt. Diablo Region YMCA Invites Families to 'Put Play in Your Day' and Bring Healthy Habits Home During the Nation's Largest Health Day for Children and Families

Obesity and Diabetes - At Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders - Neurochem to officially adopt new name - BELLUS Health - and to provide update on programs including first new natural health product, VIVIMIND(TM)

Obesity and Diabetes - Cancer prevention: stopping cancer before it can start

Obesity and Diabetes - Data on obesity and diabetes published by researchers at University of Padua

Obesity and Diabetes - Statement of the American Diabetes Association Supporting Federal Court's Ruling on New York City Proposal

Obesity Prevention - Studies from University of South Australia, ATN Center for Metabolic Fitness provide new data on obesity prevention

Obstetrics - BioSante Pharmaceuticals Appoints Michael C. Snabes, M.D., PhD, Vice President, Clinical Development

Obstetrics - Researchers from University of Leicester describe findings in obstetrics

Occlutech GmbH - Occlutech Clarifies Statement Regarding Favourable Opinion Obtained From AIPPI With Regard to Patents Held by AGA Medical

Occupational Health - Research from University of Cadiz in the area of occupational health published

Occupational Medicine - Research data from Swansea University update understanding of occupational medicine

Omnicell, Inc. - Rice Memorial Hospital Pharmacy Staff Experiences a 55% Reduction In Time Spent Managing Patient-specific Medications Using Omnicell Singlepointe Solution

Oncolytics Biotech Inc. - Oncolytics Biotech Inc. Completes Dose Escalation in Combination REOLYSIN(R)/Paclitaxel and Carboplatin Trial

Ophthalmic Solution - Research from Kumamoto University in the area of ophthalmic solution described

Ophthalmology - Investigators at Chang-Gung University, Department of Ophthalmology target ophthalmology

Ophthalmology - OptiMedica Names Topcon Medical Japan as Exclusive Distribution Partner

Oral Epidemiology - Study data from University of Leeds update understanding of oral epidemiology

Oramed Pharmaceuticals, Inc. - Oramed Pharmaceuticals Commences Phase 2A Clinical Trials in Israel

Orthopedics - ADVISORY/Computer-Navigated Pelvic Surgery to Be Performed and Broadcast for the First Time in San Francisco

Osteologix, Inc. - Osteologix Completes $5.3 Million Private Placement Financing

Osteoporosis - Study Shows Once-Yearly Reclast Better than Risedronate at Increasing Bone Mass in Patients With Osteoporosis Caused by Glucocorticoids

Otter Tail Corporation - Otter Tail Corporation Holds 2008 Annual Meeting: Shareholders Elect Directors; Board Declares Quarterly Dividend

Ovarian Cancer - Insert Therapeutics to Initiate a Multinational Phase II Clinical Trial of Lead Drug Candidate IT-101 in Ovarian Cancer

Pain Medicine - New pain medicine study findings reported from University of Alberta

Palliative Care - Advanced Care Planning: Plan Now to Make Your End-of-Life Decisions Clear

Palliative Care - Beyond the terminal: Palliative care

Pancreatic Cancer - European Regulatory Agency Grants Orphan Status to Morphotek(R)'s Farletuzumab and MORAb-009

Pancreatic Cancer - Reports from National Cancer Center Hospital describe recent advances in pancreatic cancer

Pancreatic Cancer - Research results from University of Munich update understanding of pancreatic cancer

Parkinson Disease - Michael J. Fox Foundation Announces $5.6-Million Award for Phase 2 Clinical Trial Studying Neuroprotective Potential of Inosine

Parkinson Disease - Status of the E2007 (perampanel) Development Program

Parkinson Disease - Status of the E2007 (perampanel) Development Program - Termination of Parkinson's Disease Clinical Development and Focus on Neuropathic Pain and Epilepsy Indications

Patents - By 2012, the Value of India's Pharmaceutical Market is Expected to Reach an Impressive US$17.8bn

Patents - Neuralstem Responds to Incorrect StemCells, Inc. Release on Patents

Patents - Teva Announces Brussels Court Decision to Revoke MSD's European Patent on Fosamax(R)

Patents - U.S. Patent Office Allows Significant New VNUS Patent

Patents - U.S. Patent Office Upholds StemCells, Inc.'s Patents in Reexamination Decisions

Pediatrics - Growth Hormone is Used to Treat Twice as Many Short Boys Than Girls in the U.S. and Asia; Gender Difference is Smaller in the Rest of the World

Pediatrics - Joint Commission Alert: Prevent Pediatric Medication Errors

Pelvic Organ Prolapse - Studies from Cleveland Clinic update current data on pelvic organ prolapse

Pennsylvania Bio - Fisher Scientific Announces Strategic Alliance with Pennsylvania Bio

Pennsylvania Dental Association - New Pennsylvania Dental Association President Will Focus on Improving Access to Care

Pharmacokinetics - Data from GE Healthcare provide new insights into pharmacokinetics

Pharmacokinetics - Findings from University of Rostock broaden understanding of pharmacokinetics

Pharmacokinetics - Research results from S. Abel and colleagues update understanding of pharmacokinetics

Pharmacology - Research and Markets: Examine How Pharmacogenomics (PGx) Implementations Can Help to Improve Efficiency and Productivity Within the Industry, Across the Fields of Pharma, Biotech and Diagnostics

Polyclonal Antibodies - Reports on polyclonal antibodies findings from National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health provide new insights

Pre-Trials Research - BioDuro & the National Center for Safety Evaluation of Drugs Received Full AAALAC Accreditation

Premier Inc. - Premier Healthcare Alliance Launches QUEST New Technology Program to Promote Healthcare Innovation

Prostate Cancer - Cell Genesys Reports Data on an Association Between Immune Response and Anti-Tumor Activity in Patients Receiving GVAX Immunotherapy for Prostate Cancer and Ipilimumab (MDX-010)

Prostate Cancer - Data Presented at AACR Annual Meeting Shows Bavituximab Equivalent Plus Docetaxel Reduces Tumor Growth By Up to 95% and Halts Metastasis in a Model of Hormone-Refractory Prostate Cancer

Prostate Cancer - Medivation Announces Presentation of Positive MDV3100 Clinical Data in Castration-Resistant Prostate Cancer Patients

Prostate Cancer - Scott & White Hospital Starts Phase II Clinical Trial

Prostatic Hyperplasia - Research from G. Vallancien et al broadens understanding of prostatic hyperplasia

Prostatic Hyperplasia Therapy - Researchers from Akron General Medical Center, Department of Pharmacy detail new studies and findings in the area of prostatic hyperplasia therapy

Protein Therapies - Medgenics on Target to Start Phase I/II Clinical Trials With EPODURE Protein Therapy for Anaemia Mid-2008 as Planned

Proteomics - Leading Protein Engineering Executive Joins Phase Bioscience as CEO

Psoriasis - Research in the area of psoriasis reported from Tor Vergata University

Psychosis - ACADIA Pharmaceuticals to Present Data from Its Phase II Trial with Pimavanserin for Parkinson's Disease Psychosis at the 60th American Academy of Neurology Annual Meeting

Public Health - Health Monitoring Systems Releases EpiCenter(TM)

Radiculopathy - Research in the area of radiculopathy reported from New Cross Hospital

Radiology - James W. Backstrom, M.D., Named Chief Medical Officer of Foundation Radiology Group

Radius Fracture - New radius fracture research from Wake Forest University, Medical Department outlined

Rainn (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) - RAINN Helping Victims of Sexual Assault Online

RecoverCare, LLC - Tim Nolan, New COO of RecoverCare, LLC, Joins Expanding, Top-Tier National Specialty Healthcare Solutions Provider

Regulatory Actions - Food and Drug Administration Center for Veterinary Medicine Honored as BIO Legislator of the Year

Regulatory Actions - PA Department of Health Warns Consumers About Adverse Reactions From Dietary Supplements

Respiratory Care - Woodland Park Care Center Earns Quality Respiratory Care Recognition

RF Surgical Systems, Inc. - Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center Adopts Cutting-Edge Technology to Enhance Patient Safety in the

Salmonellosis - Electrolyzed Water Gives Boost to Eliminating Food-Borne Bacteria Such as Salmonella, E. coli and Listeria Murray's Chicken to be First Poultry Processor to Utilize New Technology in its Food Sanitation Process

SEIU United Healthcare Workers-West - Caregivers Plan Second Strike at Emmanuel Millbrae

SEIU United Healthcare Workers-West - Strike at Millbrae Nursing Home Called Off

Seminoma - Findings from St. Bartholomew's Hospital advance knowledge in seminoma

Service Employees International Union - SEIU to File Motion to Dismiss CNA Restraining Order

Service Employees International Union - Statement by SEIU International President Andy Stern Regarding CNA Temporary Restraining Order

Sickle Cell Anemia - DSMB Supports Continuation of Anthera Phase II Impacts Trial for the Prevention of Acute Chest Syndrome in Patients With Sickle Cell Disease

Sinusitis - Studies Confirm Balloon Sinuplasty(TM) Helps Chronic Sinusitis Patients

Smallpox - Dr. Dennis E. Hruby, Chief Science Officer of SIGA Technologies, to Present CDC Distinguished Lecture on Smallpox Antiviral Drug ST-246

Smallpox - Recent studies by T.N. Thomas and co-authors add new data to smallpox findings

Smallpox Vaccines - Data from J. Neff et al provide new insights into smallpox vaccines

Smallpox Vaccines - New smallpox vaccines study results reported from L.E. Chapman et al

Smallpox Vaccines - Report summarizes smallpox vaccines study findings from R.A. Strikas and co-researchers

Solid Cancer - Life Sciences Discovery Fund Awards $2.2 Million to Support New Solid-Tumor Research Program

Spinal Cord Injury - Scientists at Yonsei University, Medical Department publish research in spinal cord injury

Stanford Graduate School of Business - Academic vs. Real World Ethics Discussed at Stanford Business School

Stem Cell Research - Reports summarize stem cell research from Stem Cell Transplantation Center

Surgery - New surgery study findings have been published by scientists at University Hospital

Surgery - New Technology Promises Safer Organ Transplants and Soft Tissue Surgeries

Surgery - Promoting Patient Safety: CIGNA to Stop Reimbursing Hospitals for Never Events and Avoidable Hospital Conditions

Surgery - Scientists at Hospital for Special Surgery, Surgery Department discuss research in surgery

Synergetics USA, Inc. - Synergetics USA, Inc. Initiates Antitrust Lawsuit against Alcon, Inc.

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited - Takeda Commences Cash Tender Offer for all Outstanding Shares of Millennium

TeamStaff, Inc. - TeamStaff, Inc. Reports Preliminary Second Quarter 2008 Results

Teva Pharmaceuticals USA - Teva Pharmaceuticals USA Responds to FDA Findings on Budeprion XL 300 mg

Texas Access to Justice Foundation - Legal Aid Provides Access to Justice for Victims of Violent Crime

The Advertising Council - Video: Phoenix Suns' Amare Stoudemire Kicks Off Program to Encourage Teens to 'Wake Up' and Go to School

The California Nurses Association/National Nurses Organizing Committee - CNA/NNOC: RNs Condemn Violent Service Union Attack at Michigan Event

The Coalition for a Competitive Pharmaceutical Market (CCPM) - Diverse Coalition of Purchasers Respond to BIO CEO Fly-In: There is Another Side to the Story

The Datalys Center - New National Research Center Focuses on Treatment and Prevention of Sports and Exercise Injuries

The Prescription Project - Pharmaceutical Ghostwriting Trend Mars Credibility of Research and Negatively Impacts Patient Safety

The Project on Emerging Nanotechnologies - Limited Transparency in Federal Nanotech Research May Hamper Development

Thrombosis - Are blood thinners post-op killers?

Toxicology - New toxicology research reported from Yuanpei University

Trigeminal Neuralgia - Research from Johann Wolfgang Goethe University has provided new information about trigeminal neuralgia

Type 2 Diabetes - Studies conducted at University of London, Imperial College on type 2 diabetes recently published

U.S. Department of Justice - Florida Radiologist to Pay U.S. $7 Million to Resolve Fraud Claims

U.S. Department of Justice - Pennsylvania Contractor Pleads Guilty to Participating in Fraud Conspiracy at New York Presbyterian Hospital

U.S. Pharmacopeia - U.S. Pharmacopeia Aiding FDA in Improved Tests for Heparin Contamination

Urinary Tract Infection - Studies from S. Saint and colleagues provide new data on urinary tract infection

Vaccines - AlphaVax Announces Initial Analysis of Data From CMV Phase 1 Clinical Trial

Vaccines - Scientists at University of Texas release new data on vaccines

Varicose Vein - AngioDynamics Offers to Purchase Certain Diomed Assets in the United States and United Kingdom

Varicose Vein - Findings from K.P. Deroos and co-authors broaden understanding of varicose vein

Vascular Disease - Research findings from F.X. Breu et al update understanding of vascular disease

Women's Health - Research conducted at University of Turin has provided new information about women's health

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