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Table of Contents . . . October 26th, 2008
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Accellion, Inc. - The Jackson Laboratory Selects Accellion Virtual Appliance for Secure File Transfer to Reduce Email Storage and IT Administration Overhead
Acid Reflux Disease Quality of Care - Scientists at University of Aberdeen discuss research in acid reflux disease quality of care
Acist Medical Systems, Inc. - ACIST Medical Systems Announces the Opening of Its New Expanded Corporate Headquarters in Eden Prairie, MN
Adverse Drug Reactions - New adverse drug reactions research has been reported by scientists at King Saud University, College of Pharmacy
AIDS Healthcare Foundation - Florida: Orange County Nixes Public Comment on Tainted AIDS Pharmacy Bid Process at Commissioners' Meeting, Notes AHF
Alzheimer Disease - Intellect Neurosciences, Inc. Grants to Top Tier Global Pharmaceutical Company an Option to License Certain Alzheimer's Patents and Patent Applications
Alzheimer Disease - Studies by X.A. Liu and co-authors describe new findings in Alzheimer disease
Alzheimer Disease - Studies in the area of Alzheimer disease reported from Northwestern University
American Association for Cancer Research - H. Pylori bacteria may help prevent some esophageal cancers
American Association for Cancer Research - Red wine may lower lung cancer risk
American College of Gastroenterology - Air pollution may increase risk of appendicitis
American College of Gastroenterology - Metabolic syndrome ups colorectal cancer risk
American College of Gastroenterology - Vitamin D deficiency common in patients with IBD, chronic liver disease
American Physiological Society - For insulin sensitive overweight patients, 1 session of exercise improves metabolic health
Americans for Nonsmokers' Rights - Why Cigarettes and Pharmacies Don't Mix: Prescription for Change
Anesthesia - Research results from J.L. Downs and colleagues update understanding of aging
Aneurysm - Endovascular Aneurysm Repair Offers Better Results than Open Surgical Repair in High Risk Patients
Aneurysm - Research from J. Raymond and co-researchers in the area of aneurysm described
Angiology - Research results from University of Bern update understanding of angiology
Angiotensins - Data on angiotensins reported by researchers at National Taiwan University
Angiotensins - Researchers from University of Padova describe findings in angiotensins
Arthritis and Rheumatism - New arthritis and rheumatism findings from University of Erlangen described
Arthritis and Rheumatism - Scientists at University of California detail research in arthritis and rheumatism
Asthma Prevention - Research results from Huazhong University of Science and Technology update knowledge of asthma prevention
Atherosclerosis Epidemiology - Data from Loyola University Chicago provide new insights into atherosclerosis epidemiology
Atherosclerosis Therapy - Scientists at Baker Heart Research Institute detail research in atherosclerosis therapy
Bacteremia Cell Biology - Research results from University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey update knowledge of bacteremia cell biology
Battelle - Battelle Expands Partnerships With Universities to Support the National Children's Study
Bioscience - BD Biosciences to Open New Animal-Free, Antibiotic-Free Cell Culture Media Manufacturing Facility
Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council - Groundbreaking, lifesaving TB vaccine a step closer
Bone Marrow - Researchers' work from Monash University focuses on bone marrow
Bone Research - Research from A. Meixner and co-authors yields new data on bone research
Breast Cancer - deCODE Launches deCODE BreastCancer(TM), a Genetic Test to Screen for Risk of the Most Common Forms of Breast Cancer
Breast Cancer - New Findings Spark 'What You Do Matters' Call to Action to Educate Women on Reducing Cancer Risks
Breast Cancer - Teleflora and Nationally Recognized Hospitals to Honor Women Battling Breast Cancer
Breast Cancer Therapy - Studies from University of Sheffield update current data on breast cancer therapy
Cancer - Findings from Columbia University in cancer reported
Cancer - Melanoma Research Included in 2009 Defense Appropriations
Cancer - Reports from National Institutes of Health highlight recent research in cancer
Cancer Animal Studies - Research data from University of Sao Paulo, Department of Pathology update understanding of cancer animal studies
Cancer Gene Therapy - Huaqiao University, Institute of Molecular Medicine describes research in cancer gene therapy
Cancer Vaccines - Nobel Prize to HPV Researcher Highlights Importance of Cervical Cancer Screening and Prevention
Cancer Vaccines - UNC Charlotte to Evaluate Potential Adjuvant Activity of ImmuneRegens Viprovex® with Cancer Vaccine
Candidiasis - CombinatorX Announces Top-Line Results from Phase 2b Study of Synavive (CRx-102) for Knee Osteoarthritis
Cardiovascular Disease - Reports outline cardiovascular disease study findings from J.L. Zamorano and colleagues
Cardiovascular Medicine - New cardiovascular medicine study results from C. Rapezzi et al described
Carotid Endarterectomy - New carotid endarterectomy study results reported from R.S. Vohra et al
Cell Proliferation - Researchers from Singapore General Hospital, Department of Clinical Research publish findings in cell proliferation
Central Nervous System Disease - University of Minnesota publishes research in central nervous system disease
Children's National Medical Center - Children's National researchers develop novel anti-tumor vaccine
Chronic Disease - New Survey: Painful Economy Puts Health Care Pinch on Young Adults
Chronic Myeloid Leukemia - New chronic myeloid leukemia study findings reported from M. Mohty and co-authors
Clifton Mining Company - American Biotech Labs ABL SilverSol Technology Products Show Promising Results in Animal Studies Against H5-N1 Bird Flu and Related Influenza
Clinical Infectious Diseases - Research from J.R. Bennion and co-researchers in the area of clinical infectious diseases published
Clinical Nutrition - Research from Federal University of Minas Gerais, Medical Department yields new findings on clinical nutrition
Clinical Nutrition - Scientists at Baylor College of Medicine, Department of Agriculture publish research in clinical nutrition
Clinical Trial Research - Photos: NIH Launches New Web Site for Parents on Medical Research Studies for Children
Clostridium - Focus on Clostridium difficile: Surveillance and Infection Control Strategies Newsletter
Colon Cancer - New findings from University of Iowa in the area of colon cancer described
Colon Cancer - Research results from L.M. Pasetto and co-authors update knowledge of colon cancer
Colon Cancer - Task Force Finds Several Methods Equally Effective for Colorectal Cancer Screening
Complete Genomics Inc. - Complete Genomics and the Institute for Systems Biology Announce Partnership to Conduct the First Human Genome Population Study
Deerfield Urethane, Inc. - Deerfield Urethane Joins Forces with Olivia Newton-John to Encourage Early Detection of Breast Cancer
Dementia - Study findings on dementia are outlined in reports from J.C. Troncoso and colleagues
Diabetes - Research from K. Albloushi and co-authors in the area of diabetes published
Diabetes - Wayne State University details research in diabetes
Dialysis - Costs of Home Hemodialysis Offset by Better Health, Fewer Hospitalizations
Drug Resistance - Two Luminaries Join Cequent Scientific Advisory Board: Judy Lieberman, M.D. Ph.D., and Patrice Courvalin, M.D.
Emergent BioSolutions Inc. - U.S. Government Issues Declaration Covering Emergent BioSolutions' BioThrax and Anthrax Immune Globulin under Prep Act
Emory University - Compassion meditation may improve physical and emotional responses to psychological stress
Encephalitis - Study results from University of Gothenburg, Institute of Biomedicine provide new insights into encephalitis
Endoscopy - Study results from M. Gagner and colleagues update understanding of endoscopy
Enzyme Research - Research findings from University of California update understanding of enzyme research
Enzyme Research - Research on enzyme research published by scientists at University of Louisville
Enzyme Research - Researchers from Erasmus University report on findings in enzyme research
Epidemiology - Report summarizes epidemiology study findings from R. Basu and co-researchers
Epilepsy - Reports from Columbus Children's Hospital highlight recent research in epilepsy
Epilepsy - Studies conducted at C.S. Paulose et al on epilepsy recently published
EXACT Sciences Corporation - Publication in Annals of Internal Medicine Highlights Clinical Utility of sDNA Testing
Fibrosis - Research on fibrosis described by scientists at University of California
FoldRx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. - FoldRx Announces Rapid Progress with Development Program for Lead Candidate
Gastroenterology - Alba Therapeutics Presents New Data for Larazotide Acetate at the 2008 American College of Gastroenterology Annual Scientific Meeting
Gene Therapy - Data from T. Asselah and colleagues advance knowledge in gene therapy
Gene Therapy - Reports by Q.M. Chu and co-researchers describe recent advances in gene therapy
Gene Therapy - Reports outline gene therapy study findings from University of Toronto
Genetics & Genomics - Study findings on genetics & genomics are outlined in reports from Cleveland Clinic
Genetics & Genomics - UCF in First-of-Its-Kind $54 Million National Study to Examine Environmental and Genetic Factors of Childhood Diseases
Georgetown University Medical Center - Racial differences for brain bleeds suggest stroke risk greater than thought for blacks
Giant Cell Arteritis - New findings in giant cell arteritis described by J. Narvaez and co-researchers
Glaucoma - World Sight Day - Britons at Risk of Losing Their Sight by Not Having Regular Eye Tests
Graft-Versus-Host Disease - New graft-versus-host disease research from University of Montreal outlined
Grain Foods Foundation - Grain Foods Foundation Presents New Research to Congressional Hispanic Caucus
Granulomatosis - Research from Cleveland Clinic broadens understanding of granulomatosis
GTC Biotherapeutics, Inc. - FDA Accepts ATryn BLA Filing
Gynecology - Research reports from University of North Carolina provide new insights into gynecology
Hantavirus Genetics - Studies from Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention provide new data on hantavirus genetics
Harvard Medical School - Children's asthma affected by parental expectations
Health and Medicine - Studies from University of Leeds yield new information about health and medicine
Healthways, Inc. - Healthways Publishes Guide to Establishing Successful Wellness and Disease Management Programs for Employers
Heart Bypass Surgery - New heart bypass surgery study findings have been published by scientists at Groningen University
Heart Disease - Findings from Cornell University advance knowledge in heart disease
Heart Disease - Studies from University of Southampton provide new data on heart disease
Heart Disease - WomenHeart Offers Free Guide to Help Women Reduce Their Risk of Heart Disease
Heart Disease Prevention - Scientists at Cleveland Clinic, Department of Cardiology discuss research in heart disease prevention
Heart Disease Therapy - Studies from Hirosaki University, Division of Cardiology yield new information about heart disease therapy
Helicobacter pylori - New findings reported from U. Kiltz and co-authors describe advances in helicobacter pylori
Helmholtz Association of German Research Centres - Hodgkin lymphoma -- new characteristics discovered
Hepatitic B Vaccines - Findings from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provide new insights into hepatitic b vaccines
Hepatitis B Virus - Studies from Hadassah University update current data on hepatitis B virus
Histopathology - New histopathology study findings have been reported from Duke University, Department of Surgery
HIV/AIDS - Miss Universe 2008 Dayana Mendoza Joins the Fight Against AIDS by Getting Tested for HIV
HIV/AIDS - New HIV/AIDS study findings recently were published by researchers at University of Kentucky
HIV/AIDS Co-Infection - New HIV/AIDS co-infection study findings have been published by scientists at University of New South Wales
HIV/AIDS Prevention - Studies conducted at Johns Hopkins University on HIV/AIDS prevention recently published
HIV/AIDS Screening - Reports from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advance knowledge in HIV/AIDS screening
Hygiene - Veterinarians Say Good Hygiene, Common Sense Key to Healthy Pets and Families
Hyperthyroidism - Studies from H. Erdamar et al provide new data on hyperthyroidism
Immunization - Investigators at Centers for Disease Control and Prevention publish new data on immunization
Immunization - New Survey Shows Pregnant Women Unaware, Misinformed about Flu Shot Benefits During Pregnancy
Immunization - Pregnant Women Missing Important Protection During Flu Season
Immunology - Scientists at Tohoku University, Institute of Development publish new data on immunology
Immunology - Study data from Loyola University Chicago provide new insights into immunology
Inflammation - Reports outline inflammation study findings from Hebei Medical University, Department of Neurology
Inflammation - Research from Center for Disease Control and Prevention provide new insights into inflammation
Influenza - Get a Jump on the Flu Season at Your Neighborhood Ralphs and Food 4 Less Pharmacy
Influenza Vaccines - New findings from National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease in the area of influenza vaccines published
Insulin Resistance - Reports outline insulin resistance study results from University of Catania
Insulin Resistance Risk Factors - Scientists at New York University, Department of Medicine describe research in insulin resistance risk factors
Ischemia - Scientists at Federico II University report research in ischemia
Ischemia - Studies from University of Minnesota yield new data on ischemia
JAMA and Archives Journals - Bipolar disorder in children appears likely to continue into young adulthood
JAMA and Archives Journals - Circumcision not associated with reduced risk of HIV for men who have sex with men
JAMA and Archives Journals - Flu vaccine not associated with reduced hospitalizations or outpatient visits among young children
Janssen, Division of Ortho-McNeil-Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. - FDA Approves New Injection Site for RISPERDAL CONSTA for Schizophrenia Treatment
Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health - Researchers identify genes associated with increased gout risk
Journal of the National Cancer Institute - Tamoxifen chemoprevention associated with earlier diagnosis of ER-negative breast cancer
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International - JDRF funded study links 'hygiene hypothesis' to diabetes prevention
Life Sciences - InnovationRx Launches Medication Adherence Awareness CAMPAIGN IN CALIFORNIA
Life Sciences - New findings in life sciences described from University of Otago
Life Sciences - New life sciences study findings have been published by scientists at Mayo Clinic
Life Sciences - New life sciences study findings have been reported by scientists at Deakin University
Life Sciences - New life sciences study results reported from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Life Sciences - Reports outline life sciences in children study findings from University of North Carolina, Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
Life Sciences - Research from University of Illinois in the area of life sciences described
Life Sciences - Research on life sciences detailed by scientists at Johann Wolfgang Goethe University
Life Sciences - Research on life sciences detailed by scientists at Medical University of Lodz
Life Sciences - Research on life sciences reported by J.S. Benner et al
Life Sciences - Researchers at Miami University target life sciences
Life Sciences - Researchers from Loyola University Chicago, Department of Neurology discuss findings in life sciences
Life Sciences - Researchers from University of Western Australia provide details of new studies and findings in the area of life sciences
Life Sciences - Studies conducted at D.J. Hunter et al on life sciences recently published
Life Sciences - Studies from C.P. Larson and co-researchers yield new data on life sciences in children
Life Sciences - Study data from A. Bialsiewicz and colleagues update understanding of life sciences
Life Sciences - Study results from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention broaden understanding of life sciences
Life Sciences - Zep Inc. Provides Solutions for Public Facilities To Defend Against Potentially Deadly Staph Infections
Lifespan - New research on family-based HIV prevention presented at annual NIH conference
Liquid Chromatography - Reports outline liquid chromatography study findings from University of Helsinki
Liver Disease - Recent findings from University of Cagliari highlight research in liver disease
Lobectomy - Cleveland Clinic details research in lobectomy
Lung Cancer Risk Factors - Reports summarize lung cancer risk factors research from E. De Stefani and co-authors
Macular Degeneration - Study results from J.P. Sangiovanni and colleagues update understanding of macular degeneration
Malaria - New malaria study findings have been reported by P.N. Nganga and co-researchers
Malaria - Report summarizes malaria in children study findings from Navrongo Health Research Center
Malaria - Research from Malaria Research Center reveals new findings on malaria
Mayo Clinic - October 2008 Mayo Clinic Health Letter Highlights Preventing Alzheimer's, Toenail Infections and Flu Shots
Medical Care Research - Research reports from N.J.O. Birkmeyer and co-authors provide new insights into medical care research
Medical College of Georgia - High blood pressure takes big toll on small filtering units of the kidney
Medicare and Medicaid - Summa Health System Hosts Inaugural Health Policy Summit
Melanoma Foundation of New England - Paul Sullivan's Legacy: an Early Warning Program for Detecting Melanoma Before It's Too Late
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center - New study examines effectiveness of colorectal cancer screening tests
Mended Hearts, Inc. - Brent DeMonte Joins Mended Hearts With an Important Heart Health Message: Get Your Flu Shot!
Myelodysplastic Syndrome - New myelodysplastic syndrome study findings recently were published by researchers at Zhejiang University
Myeloma - Mayo Researchers Explore Issues Related to Multiple Myeloma Treatment
Myopathy Therapy - Researchers from Ludwig-Maximilians University, Department of Neurology publish new studies and findings in the area of myopathy therapy
Myopathy Therapy - Scientists at Institute of Neurosciences target myopathy therapy
National Academy of Neuropsychology - National Academy of Neuropsychology to Focus on Effects of Sports Concussions at 2008 Conference
Netrics - California Department of Public Health Deploys Netrics Innovative Matching Platform
Netrics - Netrics Introduces Data Matching Solution for Public Health and Human Services Agencies
Neurodegeneration - Research on neurodegeneration described by scientists at Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai Institutes for Biological Sciences
Neurodegenerative Disease - Research results from Chungbuk National University update knowledge of neurodegenerative disease
New England Research Institutes, Inc. - Award-Winning Short Film on Pediatric Clinical Research Provides Parents with Answers
New England Research Institutes, Inc. - New England Research Institutes, Inc., Appoints Dr. Ramses F. Sadek to Vice President of Biometrics
NIH/National Human Genome Research Institute - Anti-cancer drug prevents, reverses cardiovascular damage in mouse model of premature aging disorder
NIH/National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases - DNA of good bacteria drives intestinal response to infection
NIH/National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases - Scientists decode genome of parasite that causes relapsing malaria
NMT Medical, Inc. - NMT Medical Completes Enrollment in Landmark PFO/Stroke Clinical Trial
NoMoreClipboard.com - Howard University Hospital Offers NoMoreClipboard.com PHR
Norwegian Institute of Public Health - Estrogen reduces risk of fracture after menopause
NovaBay Pharmaceuticals, Inc. - NovaBay Pharmaceuticals To Present Data On Lead Anti-Infective Compound at First-Ever ICAAC/IDSA Joint Meeting
Obesity - New obesity research from William Beaumont Hospital outlined
Obesity and Diabetes - DuPage's Only Provider of Head Start Takes Aim at Childhood Obesity in Minorities
Obesity and Diabetes - Georgia Lipid Academy to Target Rural Georgia Health Care Providers
Obesity and Diabetes - New Federal Study: Behavior Modfification Helps Obese Kids Manage their Weight
Obesity and Diabetes - S.C. BlueChoice HealthPlan Launches Childhood Obesity Program
Opponents of Ohio Bans - Four Groups File Complaints Against Carmona's 2006 Report
Osteoporosis - Scientists at University of Cambridge detail research in osteoporosis
Osteoporosis Therapy - Studies from Institute for Myeloma and Bone Cancer Research add new findings in the area of osteoporosis therapy
Pain Management - Cortex's AMPAKINE Compound, CX717, Achieves Primary Endpoints in Second Phase IIa Respiratory Depression Study in Germany
Pancreatitis Prevention - Researchers from Research Center publish new studies and findings in the area of pancreatitis prevention
Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy - Reauthorization of Muscular Dystrophy Bill Signed into Law
Parkinson Disease - Investigators at University of Twente zero in on Parkinson disease
Parkinson Disease - Research from L. Zecca and co-researchers yields new findings on Parkinson disease
Parkinson Disease Genetics - Research from St. Jude Children's Research Hospital provides new data about Parkinson disease genetics
Pharmacology - Research on pharmacology discussed by scientists at Institute of Pharmacology and Toxicology
Pneumococcal Disease - Researchers' work from University of Alberta focuses on pneumococcal disease
Pneumococcal Disease Vaccines - Findings in pneumococcal disease vaccines reported from Hannover Medical School, Department of Pulmonary Medicine
Pneumonia Vaccines - Research from S.P. Luby and co-researchers provides new data on pneumonia vaccines
Premier Inc. - Park Nicollet Expands Premier Healthcare Alliance Affiliation to Include Web-Based Infection Tracking Tool
Prevention Science - New prevention science study findings reported from S. Philliber and co-authors
Prostate Cancer - Research from F. Fabbri and co-researchers provides new data on prostate cancer
Prostate Cancer - Study results from National Institutes of Health provide new insights into prostate cancer
Public Health - Thousands of Public Health Experts to Address Leading Issues at APHA Annual Meeting, Oct. 25-29
Rabies - Research from H. Takahashiomoe and co-researchers in the area of rabies published
Reproductive Health - Research from National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Division of Reproductive Health provides new data on reproductive health
Research - Too many calories send the brain off kilter
Research and Markets Ltd. - Simple Steps to a Patient Registry: Ticket to Care Coordination, Quality Reporting and Pay for Performance Report
Research and Markets, Ltd. - Improving Medication Adherence: CD-ROM Webinar on Practical Strategies to Increase Patient Compliance
Research Australia - Protection for stressed-out bacteria identified
Research Australia - Research investment failing mental health
Respiratory Syncytial Virus Risk Factors - New respiratory syncytial virus risk factors data have been reported by scientists at University of Otago
Rite Aid Corporation - Rite Aid Pharmacies to Host Flu & Pneumonia Shot Clinics October 21-23 at Nearly 1,300 Locations
Safe Kids Worldwide - Safe Kids USA and FedEx Team Up to Focus on Children's Views of Road Safety Around the World
Salix Pharmaceuticals, Ltd. - Data Released Today Demonstrate That Mesalamine Granules Maintain Remission in Ulcerative Colitis Patients Who Switch from Another 5-ASA
Salix Pharmaceuticals, Ltd. - Rifaximin Demonstrates Highly Statistically Significant Results in Prevention of Hepatic Encephalopathy in Pivotal Phase 3 Study
Salk Institute - What HIV needs
Sickle Cell Anemia - Potential Cure for Children with Sickle Cell Disease Evaluated in Nationwide Research Study; Clinical trial to determine effectiveness of unrelated marrow and cord blood transplants
Sjogren Syndrome - Research reports from University of Bergen provide new insights into Sjogren syndrome
Skin Cancer - McCain Health Attack Ads Overlook Big Factor: Palin Has 40% of Taking Over During First Term
Solid Cancer - Study results from Leiden University update understanding of solid cancer
Sun Life Financial Inc. - Sun Life Financial Adds Oral Cancer Screening to Group Dental Insurance Coverage
SUPERVALU INC. - SUPERVALU Announces Sponsorship of American Heart Association's Go Red for Women
Surgery - New surgery study findings have been reported from Johns Hopkins University
Susan G. Komen for the Cure - Susan G. Komen for the Cure's CEO Hala Moddelmog to Help Highlight International Breast Cancer Crisis at Symposium at Blair House, Followed by White House Event
System Planning Corporation - FIRE PREVENTION WEEK: Best Prevention Practices Identified From Abroad May Help U.S. Fire Safety
The Center for Health Value Innovation - Value-Based Benefits Improving the Health of Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey Employees
The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia - The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Announces New Regional Participant in the National Children's Study
Thrombosis - Research reports from College of Medicine provide new insights into thrombosis
Tooth Decay - MDCH and Delta Dental of Michigan Team Up to Fight Tooth Decay
Tropical Disease - LF Elimination Program Treats Over Half Billion People and Protects Millions More From Debilitating Disease
Tuberculosis - AHRQ News and Numbers: Tuberculosis Hospitalizations Fall 41 Percent
U.S. Census Bureau - Census Bureau Releases Comprehensive Health Insurance Coverage Estimates by County
U.S. Fund for Unicef - U.S. Fund for UNICEF Announces $1.1 Million Grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
U.S. Preventive Medicine - U.S. Preventive Medicine: Economic Crisis Creates Opportunity in Health Care for Investors
University of British Columbia - Largest review of its kind associates anti-inflammatory drugs with reduced breast cancer risk
University of California - Irvine - UCI study shows how fatty foods curb hunger
University of Cincinnati - Bisphenol a linked to chemotherapy resistance
University of Iowa - Study finds genetic variant plays role in cleft lip
University of Leicester - New study determines double flu jab needed against bird flu pandemic
University of Michigan Health System - Alfred Taubman Announces New $22M Gift to U-M
University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine - Inhibiting cholesterol-associated protein reduces high-risk blockages in arteries
University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center - Tamoxifen chemoprevention tied to early detection of breast cancer
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Research team discovers brain pathway responsible for obesity
UT Southwestern Medical Center - Gene variant boosts risk of fatty liver disease, UT Southwestern scientists discover
Vaccine Safety - Kristi Yamaguchi Chairs American Lung Association Christmas Seals Campaign
Vaccine Safety - New vaccine safety findings from University of Antwerp, Infectious Disease Institute described
Vaccines - Findings from J.J. Hu and co-authors provide new insights into vaccines
Vaccinia Virus - Research results from National Institutes of Health update knowledge of vaccinia virus
VIVUS, Inc. - VIVUS Announces the Weight Loss Effects of Qnexa in Type 2 Diabetes
Washington University School of Medicine - Form of Crohn's disease traced to disabled gut cells
WellCentive, Llc - Leading Physician Organization Implements the WellCentive Registry
Wellness - Benefitfocus(R) Introduces Personal Health Assessment Tool for Employers
Wild Blueberry Association of North America - Wild Blueberries Take Top Spot in New Antioxidant Research Study
Wiley-Blackwell - Early breast cancer: LHRH agonists show considerable promise
Women's Health - NIH's National Children's Study Enters Next Phase
Yaws - Studies from K.N. Harper and colleagues provide new data on yaws
Adenomatous Polyp - New adenomatous polyp research from University of Paris discussed
American Academy of Neurology - African-Americans may be at higher risk of stroke-causing brain lesions
American College of Gastroenterology - Women require less tobacco exposure than men to increase colon cancer risk
American College of Medical Genetics - Study looks at psychological impact of gene test for breast cancer
Angiotensins - Reports from Hokkaido Health Science University describe recent advances in angiotensins
Anxiety Disorders - Recent findings from National Institutes of Health highlight research in anxiety disorders
Apnea-hypopnea Syndrome - Data from Westmead Hospital provide new insights into apnea-hypopnea syndrome
Arthritis - Data from H.M. Kremers and colleagues advance knowledge in arthritis
Arthritis - Scientists at Tokyo Women's Medical University target arthritis
Birth Injury - University of New Mexico, Department of Pathology reports research in birth injury
Blood Coagulation Disorders - Research from Capital Medical University in the area of blood coagulation disorders published
Blood Pressure - Reports summarize blood pressure research from Karolinska University, Karolinska Institute
Bone Research - Study findings from University of Turin, Department of Internal Medicine broaden understanding of bone research
Breast Cancer - BOOMj, Inc. Joins Fight Against Breast Cancer
Cancer - New Survey Results Reveal Need for More Education About Women's Cancers:
Cancer - Womansday.com Survey Asks How Much Do You Know About Your Cancer Risk?
Cancer Risk Factors - Researchers from Tianjin Medical University, Cancer Institute report recent findings in cancer risk factors
Cardiology - New cardiology study findings recently were reported by L. Spedicato and co-researchers
Cardiovascular Disease - Reports from Osaka University, Medical Department describe recent advances in cardiovascular disease
Cardiovascular Disease - Touchstone Health Partners with the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association to Fight Cardiovascular Disease Among Seniors
Cardiovascular Risk - Reports from L.M. Baynouna et al highlight recent research in cardiovascular risk
Chronic Disease Risk Factors - Reports outline chronic disease risk factors study results from T.N. Sugathan et al
Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia - Research from L.Z. Rassenti and co-authors yields new data on chronic lymphocytic leukemia
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease - Reports from Sakarya University highlight recent research in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Clinical Infectious Diseases - Researchers from University Children's Hospital detail new studies and findings in the area of clinical infectious diseases
Community-Acquired - Research from C.I. Kang and co-researchers provides new data on community-acquired
Crohn Disease - Studies from J.C. Barrett and colleagues reveal new findings on Crohn disease
Cytomegalovirus - Findings from R. Sanjuan and co-researchers advance knowledge in cytomegalovirus
Cytomegalovirus - Findings in cytomegalovirus reported from Tokyo Metropolitan Komagome Hospital
Diabetes Risk Prevention - Recent findings from Indiana University, Department of Medicine highlight research in diabetes risk prevention
Echinococcosis Epidemiology - Research from Shahid Beheshti University provide new insights into echinococcosis epidemiology
Endometrial Cancer - New research on endometrial cancer from J.V. Lacey and co-authors summarized
Endometrial Hyperplasia - Data on endometrial hyperplasia described by M. Epplein et al
Glaucoma - Study results from S.P. Motsko and colleagues update understanding of glaucoma
Headache and Migraine - Research from M.E. Bigal and co-authors in the area of headache and migraine published
Headache and Migraine Genetics - Research from Louisiana State University, University Health Science Center in the area of headache and migraine genetics described
Heart Attack - Findings from Medical University of Lodz, Department of Cardiology broaden understanding of heart attack
Heart Bypass Surgery - Good Samaritan Hospital details research in heart bypass surgery
Heart Disease - Investigators at Medical University of South Carolina zero in on heart disease
Heart Disease - Polytechnic University reports research in heart disease
Heart Disease - Research conducted at Tokyo University has updated our knowledge about heart disease
Heart Disease - Research conducted at University of Delhi has provided new information about heart disease
Heart Disease - Study findings on heart disease are outlined in reports from University of Montreal
Heart Disease Risk Factors - Study data from Yokohama City University, Division of Cardiology provide new insights into heart disease risk factors
Heart Failure - Studies conducted at St. Mary's Hospital on heart failure recently published
Hepatitis - Study results from A.D. Yeoman and colleagues broaden understanding of hepatitis
Hepatitis C Virus - India's Hepatitis C Virus Drug Market Will Grow to More than $171 Million by 2012
Herbalife Ltd. - Clinical Study Shows Increased Protein Leads to Improvement in Metabolic Syndrome Risk Factors
Hernia - Researchers from University of Copenhagen publish findings in hernia
HIV/AIDS - Data from Catholic University advance knowledge in HIV/AIDS
HIV/AIDS - Recent findings from M. Nyirenda and co-authors highlight research in HIV/AIDS
HIV/AIDS - Reports outline HIV/AIDS study results from Lapeyronie University
HIV/AIDS - Studies from University of Toronto in the area of HIV/AIDS described
Human Papillomavirus - Scientists at University of Washington release new data on human papillomavirus
Hypertension - Research reports on hypertension from S.E. Kjeldsen and colleagues provide new insights
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy - New data from University of Cambridge illuminate research in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Inflammation - New inflammation study findings have been reported by C.P. Georgiades and co-researchers
Insulin Resistance Risk Factors - Studies from Paris Descartes University, Faculty of Medicine in the area of insulin resistance risk factors published
Internal Medicine - Studies from K.L. Stone and colleagues provide new data on internal medicine
JAMA and Archives Journals - Using a fan during sleep associated with lower risk of SIDS
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy - Scientists at University of Amsterdam describe research in laparoscopic cholecystectomy
Lemierre's Syndrome Therapy - Studies from Naval Medical Center provide new data on lemierre's syndrome therapy
Life Sciences - Findings from University of Glasgow in life sciences reported
Life Sciences - Findings from University of Manitoba in life sciences reported
Life Sciences - New life sciences study findings reported from Emory University
Life Sciences - New life sciences study results reported from Northumbria University, Division of Psychology
Life Sciences - Recent studies from University of Murcia, Department of Physiology add new data to life sciences
Life Sciences - Recent studies from University of Pittsburgh add new data to life sciences
Life Sciences - Scientists at National Taiwan University, Department of Pediatrics release new data on life sciences
Lung Cancer - Data on lung cancer described by researchers at National Institutes of Health
Lung Cancer Risk Factors - Research from J.S. Sung and colleagues provide new insights into lung cancer risk factors
Lymphocytic Leukemia - Research from University of Michigan in the area of lymphocytic leukemia described
Macular Degeneration - Data on macular degeneration described by J.S. Sunness et al
Macular Degeneration - New macular degeneration study findings recently were reported by B.A. Nguyenkhoa and co-researchers
Macular Degeneration - Scientists at University of Wisconsin target macular degeneration
McGill University Health Centre - C. difficile and antibiotics not necessarily linked
Medical Care Research - Studies from L.R.M. Hausmann and co-authors have provided new information about medical care research
Melanoma - Scientists at Royal Liverpool University describe research in melanoma
Menopause - Study data from Institute for Clinical and Experimental Medicine update understanding of menopause
Menopause Epidemiology - New menopause epidemiology research from University of Padova outlined
Monoclonal Antibodies - New monoclonal antibodies findings from R.C. Jeffery and co-researchers published
Multiple Sclerosis - Findings from D. Golan et al in multiple sclerosis reported
Nasal Polyps - New Studies Highlight Benefits of Coblation-Assisted Procedures in Airway Fire Prevention and Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
Neuropathy - Researchers from University of Tokyo, Medical Department publish findings in neuropathy
NewsRx - NewsRx Launches New Business Titles, Offers Free Global Warming Publication
Obesity - Researchers from KK Women's and Children's Hospital report on findings in obesity in children
Obesity and Diabetes - New findings in obesity and diabetes described by D.A. Caranti and co-researchers
Obesity and Diabetes Risk Factors - Studies from University of Valencia, Institute of Health have provided new information about obesity and diabetes risk factors
Obesity Epidemiology - Study data from King Saud University, College of Medicine provide new insights into obesity epidemiology
Obstetrics - Research from Northwestern University has provided new information about obstetrics
Osteoporosis - Unigene Initiates Phase I Clinical Study for Oral PTH
Ovarian Cancer - National Ovarian Cancer Coalition Applauds Approval of Increased Funds to Department of Defense Ovarian Cancer Research Program
Pancreatitis - Research from M.E. Weeks and co-authors yields new data on pancreatitis
Parasitology - Research in the area of parasitology reported from Chungnam National University
Personality Disorders - Studies from Parma University further understanding of personality disorders
Pharmacological - Research reports on pharmacological from J. Finsterer and colleagues provide new insights
Physiology - New physiology research reported from University of Ferrara
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders - Researchers from University of California detail findings in post-traumatic stress disorders
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders Risk Factors - Studies from St. Thomas' Hospital provide new data on post-traumatic stress disorders risk factors
Prostate Cancer - Research from Columbia University in the area of prostate cancer published
Pseudomonas aeruginosa - Studies from H.S. Cheong and co-researchers update current data on Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Public Health - Research reports from H.B. Johnston and co-authors provide new insights into public health
Pulmonary Disease - Study data from Columbia University, Medical Department update knowledge of pulmonary disease
Quest Diagnostics Incorporated - Quest Diagnostics to Release Third Quarter 2008 Financial Results
Restenosis - Data on restenosis discussed by researchers at JiaoTong University, Institute of Cardiovascular Disease
Saks Incorporated - Saks Incorporated Announces September Comparable Store Sales
Sebaceous Gland Disease Risk Factors - Research from Jinan University, Department of Dermatology in the area of sebaceous gland disease risk factors published
Snoring - Scientists at National University, Department of Pediatrics target snoring in children
Stem Cell Research - Study data from H. Hauser et al provide new insights into stem cell research
Sudden Infant Death - Using a Fan During Sleep May Reduce Infants' SIDS Risk, Kaiser Permanente Study Shows
Takayasu Arteritis - Study data from M.E. Soto and co-authors update knowledge of takayasu arteritis
Thromboembolism - Study results from M.A. Rodger and colleagues broaden understanding of thromboembolism
Thromboembolism Risk Factors - New thromboembolism risk factors study results reported from Mercy Hospital of Pittsburgh
Thrombosis - Study results from McGill University broaden understanding of thrombosis
Thrombosis Risk Factors - New findings from Erasmus Medical Center in the area of thrombosis risk factors described
Transplantation - Report summarizes transplantation study findings from Radboud University
Type 2 Diabetes - New findings from Massachusetts General Hospital describe advances in type 2 diabetes
Type 2 Diabetes Risk Factors - Studies from University College yield new information about type 2 diabetes risk factors
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