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Researchers identify gene activator that allows stem cells to transform any type of cell

Emerging Healthcare Solutions, Inc. was energized Monday by news that researchers in North Carolina may have identified the gene activator that allows stem cells to reproduce and become any type of cell in the body.

29 Sep 2010

Individuals who do not speak English at home less likely to receive CRC: Researchers

Researchers from Boston Medical Center and Boston University School of Public Health have found that individuals who do not speak English at home are less likely to receive colorectal cancer screenings as compared to those who do speak English at home. The findings, which currently appear on-line in the Journal of General Internal Medicine, suggest that patient-provider language barriers play a role in health-care disparities, and that providers should promote the importance of CRC screening to non-English speaking patients.

29 Sep 2010

AACR to host Third Conference on The Science of Cancer Health Disparities

The American Association for Cancer Research will host its Third Conference on The Science of Cancer Health Disparities at the Loews Hotel in Miami from Sept. 30 to Oct. 3, 2010.

29 Sep 2010

African-American lung cancer patients with EGFR mutation respond better to erlotinib therapy

African-American patients with non-small cell lung cancer are just as likely to display an epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) mutation in tumors as Caucasians, which suggests they are as likely to benefit from targeted therapies such as erlotinib.

29 Sep 2010

Inefficiencies in treatment of chronic pain increases healthcare costs and prolongs patient suffering

A new report launched today in the European Parliament shows inefficiencies in the treatment of chronic pain result in increasing healthcare costs and prolonged patient suffering.

29 Sep 2010

Children younger than 5 years account for over half of bathtub- and shower-related injuries

Bathtubs and showers are frequently associated with injuries to children. Although interventions have been initiated to prevent injuries due to submersions and hot water scalds, little attention has been paid to slips, trips and falls, which account for more than 80 percent of bathtub- and shower-related injuries.

29 Sep 2010

Scientists develop NIA assay to determine drug's differential effects in tumor cells

A novel technology can make nanoscale protein measurements, which scientists can use in clinical trials to learn how drugs work.We are making progress toward the goal of understanding how drugs work in different individuals, said Alice C. Fan, M.D., instructor in the division of oncology at Stanford University School of Medicine.

29 Sep 2010

Study analyses CT for screening of coronary artery calcification in radiation-induced cancer cases

A study based on computer modeling of radiation risk suggests that widespread screening for the buildup of calcium in the arteries using computed tomography scans would lead to an estimated 42 additional radiation-induced cancer cases per 100,000 men and 62 cases per 100,000 women, according to a report in the July 13 issue of Archives of Internal Medicine, one of the JAMA/Archives journals.

29 Sep 2010

HIV care providers call Senate leaders to support Pennsylvania Legislation on HIV testing

HIV care providers from across the state today called upon key Senate leaders to support pending legislation that would change the current Pennsylvania law on HIV testing by removing the requirement for written informed consent and pre-test counseling.

29 Sep 2010

Emergency treatment of anaphylaxis with epinephrine by trained non-medical professionals endorsed

The Epinephrine Roundtable was convened during the 25th Annual Meeting of the Wilderness Medical Society (WMS) in 2008 to explore areas of consensus and uncertainty in the field treatment of anaphylaxis. The panel endorsed the administration of epinephrine to treat anaphylaxis in the field under emergency conditions by trained non-medical professionals. Anaphylaxis, an acute allergic reaction, is sudden in onset and requires immediate treatment. The recommendations of the panel are published in the September issue of Wilderness & Environmental Health.

29 Sep 2010

Study finds PEM scanners equivalent to breast MRI in detecting cancerous lesions

In a prospective study published in the European Journal of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging, researchers at Boca Raton Regional Hospital (Boca Raton, FL) showed that Positron Emission Mammography (PEM) and breast MRI had comparably high ability to detect cancerous lesions.

29 Sep 2010

Study finds broader statin use as a cost-effective way to prevent heart attack and stroke

A new analysis suggests that broader statin use among adult patients may be a cost-effective way to prevent heart attack and stroke. The Stanford University School of Medicine study also found that using a popular test - a screening for high sensitivity C-reactive protein, or CRP - to identify patients who may benefit from statin therapy would be cost-effective, but only under certain scenarios.

29 Sep 2010

HHS Secretary announces $320M ACA grants to strengthen health care workforce

HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius has announced $320 million in grants under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) to strengthen the health care workforce. Of those grants, $253 million will go to improve and expand the primary care workforce under the Prevention and Public Health Fund of the Affordable Care Act.

29 Sep 2010

Most men unaware of breast cancer risk

A study, published in the October issue of the American Journal of Nursing (AJN), revealed that nearly 80% of men are unaware of their breast cancer risk despite having a family history of the disease. One hundred percent of respondents also reported that their healthcare provider did not discuss the disease with them.

29 Sep 2010

Florida likely to seek waiver on medical loss ratio; Ariz. cuts back Medicaid benefits

The Hill Healthwatch: "Florida's 14-member insurance advisory board has unanimously passed a resolution to seek a waiver from the health law's medical loss ratio. An official with the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation tells The Hill that the board's vote means it's a 'done deal' that the state will formally seek some kind of waiver but the board is gathering public input through Oct. 8.

29 Sep 2010

New genetic screening program to reduce risk associated with Plavix

Beginning this month, all patients undergoing cardiac catheterization at Vanderbilt University Medical Center will be tested for a genetic variation that can affect their response to Plavix, the most commonly prescribed clot-preventing drug for heart patients and one of the most commonly prescribed drugs worldwide.

29 Sep 2010

Health law includes help for young women with breast cancer

Kaiser Health News: "A little-noticed section in the health-care overhaul aims to raise awareness among young women and their doctors about the risk of breast cancer between the ages of 15 and 44. The law directs the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to create education campaigns that will focus on breast cancer and young women, and encourage healthful habits that promote prevention and early detection of the disease.

29 Sep 2010

Medicine News and Research

Researchers identify gene activator that allows stem cells to transform any type of cell

Individuals who do not speak English at home less likely to receive CRC: Researchers

AACR to host Third Conference on The Science of Cancer Health Disparities

African-American lung cancer patients with EGFR mutation respond better to erlotinib therapy

Inefficiencies in treatment of chronic pain increases healthcare costs and prolongs patient suffering

Children younger than 5 years account for over half of bathtub- and shower-related injuries

Scientists develop NIA assay to determine drug's differential effects in tumor cells

Study analyses CT for screening of coronary artery calcification in radiation-induced cancer cases

HIV care providers call Senate leaders to support Pennsylvania Legislation on HIV testing

Emergency treatment of anaphylaxis with epinephrine by trained non-medical professionals endorsed

Study finds PEM scanners equivalent to breast MRI in detecting cancerous lesions

Study finds broader statin use as a cost-effective way to prevent heart attack and stroke

HHS Secretary announces $320M ACA grants to strengthen health care workforce

Most men unaware of breast cancer risk

Florida likely to seek waiver on medical loss ratio; Ariz. cuts back Medicaid benefits

New genetic screening program to reduce risk associated with Plavix

Health law includes help for young women with breast cancer

People with pet allergies develop ragweed allergy symptoms: Research

Mayo Clinic Center forms Social Media Health Network to promote healthcare

Researchers identify biomarker to predict tivozanib drug resistance

How can microdialysis benefit drug development

Global and Local Efforts to Take Action Against Hepatitis

Addressing Important Cardiac Biology Questions with Shotgun Top-Down Proteomics

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