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Research may point to more effective therapeutic targets for prion diseases

Scientists from The Scripps Research Institute have determined for the first time that prions, bits of infectious protein devoid of DNA or RNA that can cause fatal neurodegenerative disease, are capable of Darwinian evolution.

4 Jan 2010

Attorney General implores Congress to remove Nebraska provision from federal health care legislation

Attorney General Tom Corbett has joined 11 of his fellow attorneys general urging the leaders of Congress to delete the Nebraska provision from the pending federal health care legislation.

4 Jan 2010

WDI utilizes DXA analysis for fitness and weight management programs

Women's Digital Imaging of Ridgewood (WDI), has begun using Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DXA), a technology developed to screen for osteoporosis (bone loss), to measure body fat in patients who want a more accurate method of establishing goals and measuring results for weight management and fitness programs.

4 Jan 2010

Novelos continues NOV-002 Phase 3 combination trial for lung cancer

BioMedReports.Com, the news portal which covers Wall Street's biomedical sector and delivers financial and investment intelligence to a community of highly informed investors, is reporting Pfizer Inc. has announced that it has decided to discontinue the late-stage study of its lung cancer candidate figitumumab (CP-751,871) while Novelos' pivotal Phase 3 trial, with a primary efficacy endpoint of improvement in median overall survival, continues across approximately 12 countries and 100 clinical sites.

4 Jan 2010

China Yongxin Pharmaceuticals announces projected financial results for 2009

China Yongxin Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a leading manufacturer, distributor and retailer of Chinese traditional medicines, pharmaceutical products, natural health products, health food, cosmetics, and medical equipment in Northeastern China, today announced its projected financial results for the year ending December 31, 2009.

4 Jan 2010

Tips for maintaining health and fitness resolutions in 2010

With the New Year upon us, all over the nation, countless individuals are making new health and fitness resolutions for 2010. Then, in short order, we hear about the masses who don’t achieve their goal. Of course, that doesn’t have to be the case. New Year’s Resolution Success really can become a reality.

4 Jan 2010

Study shows significant benefit of hyperbaric oxygen therapy to improve brain metabolism

A 5-year study of patients with severe traumatic brain injury conducted at Hennepin County Medical Center in Minneapolis shows significant benefit of hyperbaric oxygen therapy to improve brain metabolism and its ability to recover from injury.

4 Jan 2010

EGS receives U.S. patent covering its SerosaFuse fastener and “over the wire” delivery system

EndoGastric Solutions (EGS), the recognized leader in the emerging field of Natural Orifice Surgery (NOS), today announced that the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has issued a key patent covering its SerosaFuse fastener and “over the wire” delivery system.

4 Jan 2010

Simulated Environment Concepts completes negotiations with Zen & O to manufacture 250 SpaCapsules

Simulated Environment Concepts, Inc., makers of the high pressurized dry water massage and relaxation station SpaCapsule, announced that it has completed negotiations with the French company Zen & O, securing a multi-million dollar deal to manufacture 250 SpaCapsules over the next four years.

4 Jan 2010

Going to bed early may help prevent depression and suicidal ideation in adolescents

A study in the Jan. 1 issue of the journal Sleep found that adolescents with bedtimes that were set earlier by parents were significantly less likely to suffer from depression and to think about committing suicide, suggesting that earlier bedtimes could have a protective effect by lengthening sleep duration and increasing the likelihood of getting enough sleep.

4 Jan 2010

Scientists identify genetic marker to diagnose DFTD

An international team of scientists led by a Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) investigator has discovered that the deadly facial tumors decimating Australia's Tasmanian devil population probably originated in Schwann cells, a type of tissue that cushions and protects nerve fibers.

4 Jan 2010

Vascular Disease Foundation seeks nominations for 2010 Jacobson Award

The Vascular Disease Foundation is seeking nominations for the 2010 Julius H. Jacobson II Award for Physician Excellence. The deadline for nominations is Friday, January 29, 2010.

4 Jan 2010

UI cell membrane protein study may lead to new methods of tracking metastasizing cancer cells

With the discovery of a new type of chemical modification on an important muscle protein, a University of Iowa study improves understanding of certain muscular dystrophies and could potentially lead to new treatments for the conditions.

4 Jan 2010

CDC and USOC to hold H1N1 vaccination events in Colorado and Alaska

As America gears up for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, the U.S. Surgeon General and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) leaders will team up with the United States Olympic Committee (USOC) to hold H1N1 vaccination events at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and the 2010 U.S. Cross Country Championships in Anchorage, Alaska on Tuesday, January 5, 2010.

4 Jan 2010

HHS secretary unveils new H1N1 flu vaccination advertisement

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) today announced a new H1N1 flu vaccination advertisement that will air during four College Football Bowl Games held over the New Year's holiday.

4 Jan 2010

Aegis Living provides guidance on senior living communities

It's a fact: each and every January senior living communities see an increase in inquiries from concerned family members looking for help and answers as to how to best care for an aging loved one that needs assistance

4 Jan 2010

Healthcare Trust of America completes acquisition of a three building medical office portfolio

Healthcare Trust of America, Inc. ("HTA"), a self-managed, non-traded, real estate investment trust, announced the completed acquisition of a three building medical office portfolio located in San Angelo, Texas, Corsicana, Texas, and Fort Wayne, Indiana for approximately $20,500,000.

4 Jan 2010

ESS improves quality of life in CRS patients

Upwards of 76 percent of patients with chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) experienced significant quality of life (QOL) improvements after undergoing endoscopic sinus surgery (ESS), according to new research in the January 2010 issue of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery.

3 Jan 2010

HIRU and HTDS announce finalization of MindUp BioResearch Division sale

This is a joint press release of Hiru Corporation (HIRU) and Hard to Treat Diseases (HTDS) - The two companies are pleased to announce the finalization and completion of the purchase and sale of the MindUp BioResearch Division. Details of the transaction completed on cash and stock basis can be found at the Pink Sheets web site www.pinksheets.com under the "filings" tab.

3 Jan 2010

TechPrecision presents strategic plan and outlook for 2010

TechPrecision Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: TPCS) (“TechPrecision”, or “the Company”), a leading manufacturer of large-scale, high-precision machined metal fabrications with customers in the alternative energy, medical, nuclear, defense, aerospace and other commercial industries, today released the following open letter to shareholders reviewing the highlights of 2009 and providing an overview of the Company’s strategic plan and outlook for 2010.

3 Jan 2010

Medical News

Research may point to more effective therapeutic targets for prion diseases

Attorney General implores Congress to remove Nebraska provision from federal health care legislation

WDI utilizes DXA analysis for fitness and weight management programs

Novelos continues NOV-002 Phase 3 combination trial for lung cancer

China Yongxin Pharmaceuticals announces projected financial results for 2009

Tips for maintaining health and fitness resolutions in 2010

Study shows significant benefit of hyperbaric oxygen therapy to improve brain metabolism

EGS receives U.S. patent covering its SerosaFuse fastener and “over the wire” delivery system

Simulated Environment Concepts completes negotiations with Zen & O to manufacture 250 SpaCapsules

Going to bed early may help prevent depression and suicidal ideation in adolescents

Scientists identify genetic marker to diagnose DFTD

Vascular Disease Foundation seeks nominations for 2010 Jacobson Award

UI cell membrane protein study may lead to new methods of tracking metastasizing cancer cells

CDC and USOC to hold H1N1 vaccination events in Colorado and Alaska

HHS secretary unveils new H1N1 flu vaccination advertisement

Aegis Living provides guidance on senior living communities

Healthcare Trust of America completes acquisition of a three building medical office portfolio

ESS improves quality of life in CRS patients

HIRU and HTDS announce finalization of MindUp BioResearch Division sale

TechPrecision presents strategic plan and outlook for 2010

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