Posted on March 12th, 2009 by Health News
A new product deemed a medical food by the Food and Drug Administration is now available in the United States, the manufacturer has announced. The food was shown in a phase 2 trial to improve cognition and memory in patients with mild to moderate AD. However, the Alzheimer’s Association urges caution, saying that little is [...]
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A series of letters pose questions about the use of concomitant therapies, the interaction between hypokalemia and outcomes, and ALLHAT. Heartwire
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Improved patient-oriented research in Europe will benefit European citizens and the European medical industry and facilitate the transfer of scientific discoveries from the laboratory bench to the bedside. For Europe and for the rest of the world this effort will be of great importance for the quality of life of individuals and the wellbeing of [...]
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The quadrivalent human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine appears to offer protection against several oncogenic HPV types that are not covered by the vaccine. Medscape Medical News
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Wal-Mart Inc, which has moved into low-cost healthcare with walk-in clinics and cheap prescriptions, said on Wednesday its Sam’s Club unit would sell a package including software and Dell computers directly to doctors for electronic medical records. Reuters Health Information
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New research shows that children of a parent with bipolar disorder face a 14-fold increased risk for the development of bipolar spectrum disorders. Medscape Medical News
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A review provides practice recommendations to evaluate and treat common childhood poisonings. Medscape Medical News
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The FDA has approved revisions to the safety labeling for anastrozole tablets (Arimidex), carvedilol tablets and extended-release tablets (Coreg, Coreg CR), and alglucosidase alfa injection (Myozyme). Medscape Medical News
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In its response to the draft Pharmacy Order 2009 consultation the NPA’s major concerns relate to: - regulation of pharmacy premises - membership of the Council - use of post-nominals - temporary registration in emergencies - proposals for differential fees.
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The National Pharmacy Association (NPA) commissioned this toolkit to support its members in evaluating their services and in preparing reports for commissioners. Increasing focus is being placed on evaluation in health services across the UK. PCOs will be basing commissioning decisions on government health priorities, local health needs and evidence of service [...]
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