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Study finds clear link between children conceived during winter and risk of autism

An examination of the birth records of the more than 7 million children born in the state of California during the 1990s and early 2000s has found a clear link between the month in which a child is conceived and the risk of that child later receiving a diagnosis of autism.

6 May 2011

Scripps Research receives CIRM grant for new research in stem cell biology and disease origins

Stem cells have huge potential in medicine because they have the ability to change or differentiate into many different cell types potentially providing a source of cells to replace those that have been permanently lost by a patient.

6 May 2011

MMRF, APGD collaborate to develop OSI-906 for relapsed multiple myeloma treatment

The Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation and Astellas Pharma Global Development, Inc. today announced that they have entered into a joint collaboration for the clinical development of OSI-906 in patients with relapsed multiple myeloma.

6 May 2011

FDA approves Medtronic's two new dual-electrode leads for cardiac resynchronization therapy devices

Medtronic, Inc. today announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval and launch of the Attain Ability Plus and the Attain Ability Straight left-heart leads for use with cardiac resynchronization therapy devices in treating heart failure patients.

From Medtronic 6 May 2011

Diet high in potassium and low in sodium can reduce blood pressure

Americans are consuming too much sodium and not enough potassium according to clinical studies, including one by the Journal of the American College of Cardiology recently covered in Heart Insight.

6 May 2011

Arsenic exposure and cigarette smoking in combination elevate risk of cardiovascular disease mortality

Arsenic exposure and smoking each elevate the risk of disease. But when combined together, the danger of dying from cardiovascular disease is magnified, a new study finds.

6 May 2011

FDA approves Novartis' Afinitor tablets for pancreatic NET treatment

Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation announced today that the US Food and Drug Administration approved Afinitor tablets for the treatment of progressive neuroendocrine tumors of pancreatic origin in patients with unresectable, locally advanced or metastatic disease.

6 May 2011

Cook Medical introduces new Formula renal stent at SCAI 2011

Patients suffering from blockages of the arteries to the kidneys now have access to a new stenting treatment option with the launch today of Cook Medical's Formula Renal Balloon-Expandable Stent at the Society for Cardiovascular Angioplasty and Intervention 2011 Scientific Sessions.

6 May 2011

Caldera's Desara Mini implant for Stress Urinary Incontinence receives CE Mark certification

Caldera Medical today announced that it has achieved CE Mark certification for its Desara Mini implant, an extension of its popular Desara brand for the treatment of Stress Urinary Incontinence.

6 May 2011

Asthma ‘pill-a-day’ shows similar effectiveness as inhalers: Study

A new study has shown that a ‘once-a-day’ pill may be on par with an inhaler at combating asthma. This tablet, say researchers could revolutionize treatment for the condition, meaning patients are no longer reliant on inhalers, which many find difficult to use. Around 5.4 million Britons have asthma, including 1.1 million children.

5 May 2011

Easy way to lower blood pressure

"HOW TO RECOVER YOUR NATIVE BLOOD PRESSURE - An Easy Way to Lower Your Blood Pressure in 10 Minutes" was published online today by Brahm of San Diego, California.

5 May 2011

Fecal transplant procedures performed at Sinai Hospital

Sudhir Dutta, M.D., head of the Division of Gastroenterology at Sinai Hospital, performed fecal transplant procedures for two patients with severe clostridium difficile (C. difficile) colitis that did not respond to routine antibiotic and other treatments. C. difficile causes symptoms ranging from mild diarrhea to more serious, sometimes life threatening colon inflammation.

5 May 2011

PhotoMedex introduces DNA Damage Control sunscreens

PhotoMedex, Inc. a leading supplier of advanced, clinical skincare and medical laser products, today introduced DNA Damage Control, the breakthrough treatment sunscreens that feature advanced photoprotection with DNA repair technology.

5 May 2011

Promedior's PRM-151 clinical data in idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis to be presented at ATS 2011

Promedior, Inc., a clinical stage biotechnology company developing novel therapies to treat fibrotic and inflammatory diseases, today announced that data from a clinical study of PRM-151 will be presented at the 2011 American Thoracic Society International Conference, being held May 13-18, 2011 in Denver, CO.

5 May 2011

Biosense Webster enters new agreement with Stereotaxis to deploy Odyssey products

Stereotaxis, Inc. announced today that it has entered into a new strategic collaboration with Biosense Webster, Inc. related to Stereotaxis' rapidly growing Odyssey Solutions.

5 May 2011

Mylan launches Oxycodone and Aspirin Tablets for treatment of severe pain

Mylan Inc. today announced that its subsidiary Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc. has launched Oxycodone and Aspirin Tablets USP, 4.8355 mg/325 mg, based on an agreement with licensing partner Coastal Pharmaceuticals.

5 May 2011

Researchers present evidence from first ever general population survey of autism in adulthood

Not a single person identified with autism or asperger's syndrome during a community survey in England actually knew they had the condition, research led by the University of Leicester reveals.

5 May 2011

The Miami Project, InVivo Therapeutics collaborate to develop novel spinal cord injury treatments

InVivo Therapeutics, a company focused on the development of groundbreaking technologies for the treatment of spinal cord injuries, and The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine's Miami Project to Cure Paralysis, the world's most comprehensive spinal cord injury research center, today announced a strategic research collaboration for the development of novel SCI treatments.

5 May 2011

Insights into psychiatric disorders

Social deficits are common in several psychiatric disorders, including autism spectrum disorders and schizophrenia. Individuals with severe social dysfunction can experience significant difficulties with everyday functioning.

5 May 2011

Headache disorders prevalent but under-treated and cause financial burden, WHO report says

Approximately half to three quarters of adults ages 18 to 65 experienced headache last year, making headache disorders one of the most prevalent but under-treated health problems in the world, according to a report released Tuesday by the WHO, Xinhua reports.

5 May 2011

Medical Condition News

Study finds clear link between children conceived during winter and risk of autism

Scripps Research receives CIRM grant for new research in stem cell biology and disease origins

MMRF, APGD collaborate to develop OSI-906 for relapsed multiple myeloma treatment

FDA approves Medtronic's two new dual-electrode leads for cardiac resynchronization therapy devices

Diet high in potassium and low in sodium can reduce blood pressure

Arsenic exposure and cigarette smoking in combination elevate risk of cardiovascular disease mortality

FDA approves Novartis' Afinitor tablets for pancreatic NET treatment

Cook Medical introduces new Formula renal stent at SCAI 2011

Caldera's Desara Mini implant for Stress Urinary Incontinence receives CE Mark certification

Asthma ‘pill-a-day’ shows similar effectiveness as inhalers: Study

Easy way to lower blood pressure

Fecal transplant procedures performed at Sinai Hospital

PhotoMedex introduces DNA Damage Control sunscreens

Promedior's PRM-151 clinical data in idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis to be presented at ATS 2011

Biosense Webster enters new agreement with Stereotaxis to deploy Odyssey products

Mylan launches Oxycodone and Aspirin Tablets for treatment of severe pain

Researchers present evidence from first ever general population survey of autism in adulthood

The Miami Project, InVivo Therapeutics collaborate to develop novel spinal cord injury treatments

Insights into psychiatric disorders

Headache disorders prevalent but under-treated and cause financial burden, WHO report says

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