“An international study, led by Macquarie University researchers Dr Edwin Lim and Professor Gilles Guillemin, has discovered the first blood biomarker – a chemical identifier in the blood – for multiple sclerosis , a debilitating disorder of the central nervous system that affects more than 23,000 Australians and 2.3 million people worldwide. The findings, which took 12 years to discover, will allow scientists to determine which type of MS a patient has with 85-90 per cent accuracy.
Day: February 8, 2017
Estonia asks for help to fight flu epidemic – The Baltic Times
As flu incidence in Estonia has been unexpectedly high, Estonia has asked Latvia and other countries for assistance with provision of flu medica…… … Read more…
3 Scorching Hot Biotech Stocks — Are They Buys?
Making a 70% return in only three months sounds pretty good. Three biotech stocks have done just that and more.
Super Bowl win comforts family of fan who died during game
The family of a Massachusetts woman who died halfway through the Super Bowl said the Patriots’ stunning come-from-behind win helped ease their grief. The Boston Globe reports that Marilyn Kasputys, of Lincoln, battled Parkinson’s disease and endured seven hip surgeries in the past 15 months.
Where does Obamacare repeal leave fight against opioid abuse?
… across the country receive medical care for addiction because of Medicaid expansion, not to mention community health centers which have received funding for services. “If you repeal the Affordable Care Act without a thoughtful replacement, you’re …
A pediatrician explains why it’s only a matter of time before…
… safety. , and as the dad of an adult daughter with autism and other disabilities, I’m worried that our nation’s health will soon be threatened because we have not stood up to the pseudoscience and fake conspiracy claims of this movement,” Hotez …
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… Act during a 90-minute primetime debate on CNN Tuesday. President Donald Trump has promised to repeal and replace the health care law, often referred to as Obamacare, while Democrats have vowed to defend former President Barack Obama’s landmark …
Judge reminding NFL retirees of concussion settlement
A federal judge in Philadelphia is urging NFL retirees to register for a concussion settlement that could cost the league $1 billion over 65 years. About 22,000 retirees are encouraged to get baseline neurological testing.
Why Do Fingerless Gloves Even Exist?
A few weeks ago we found out they were the top most searched winter accessory on Amazon; and according to data from Google, between 10k and 100k people in the US search for “fingerless gloves” each month. But honestly, why? Who are all these people desperate to find fingerless gloves? As winter gear designed to keep your extremities warm, gloves without fingers are just not adequate.
Some seniors without family are not alone
Gordy Smith, left, talks with Nate Carter and Joe Silva while playing pool together on Feb. 2, 2017 at the Selinsgrove Senior Center in Selnsgrove, Pa. The number of seniors like Maurer who are aging alone without a spouse or close family nearby is on the rise, senior advocates say.
Making adjustments –
… and changed directions,” he said. “I knew I wanted to get in healthcare some how, and I got my bachelor’s degree in health fitness exercise science, with a concentration in cardiac rehab.” Verch graduated from Central Michigan in 2012 and then …
Handout A Patriots fan died during the Super Bowl. Their comeback win helped her family mourn
Marilyn Kasputys tried to hold on for the Super Bowl, and she almost made it through. But as the first half drew to a close with Kasputys’s favorite team behind by two scores, her family knew it was time to say goodbye.
Pets and Wildlife: Bay Area adoptions, events for Feb. 8 and beyond
Millie is just one of many cats that will be available for adoption at Community Concern for Cat’s Valentine parties at their three adoption sites. Kiss & Tail – An Evening of Wild Romance: Enjoy unlimited wine tasting, delicious bites, a photo booth, caricature artist, music and hear “tails” of wild animal romances.
Wirral Olympian Sam Quek needs your support for Clatterbridge Cancer Charity’s new hospital appeal
Andrew Cannell, Jamie Carragher, Sam Quek, Reece Holt, Graeme Sharp and Ian Snodin launch The New Cancer Hospital Appeal at the site of the new Clatterbridge Cancer Centre in Liverpool WIRRAL Olympic gold medallist Sam Quek has urged Globe readers to support Clatterbridge Cancer Charity’s A 15million appeal to build a new cancer hospital in Liverpool. The sportswoman and reality TV star – who was part of the GB Hockey team in last year’s Rio Olympics and awarded the MBE in the New Year’s Honours – joined former Liverpool and Everton footballers Jamie Carragher, Graeme Sharp and Ian Snodin and Clatterbridge fundraisers at the site of the new site in Liverpool this afternoon.
If you’ve been putting it off, now’s a good time to get a flu shot
Health care facilities such as the Reno County Health Department are still offering flu shots for anyone who has yet to receive one this season.
BRIEF-Group Ten Metals says has arranged two private placements to raise proceeds of up to C$1.8 mln
* Thornburg Investment Management Inc reports a 6.36 percent passive stake in Avinger Inc as of Dec 31, 2016 – SEC filing Source text : Further company coverage:
Lifitegrast Ophthalmic Solution Market: Increasing Demand for Advance …
Lifitegrast is an integrin antagonist that reduces T-cell-mediated inflammation associated with dry eye disease . This molecule was in pipeline for past few years and several clinical trials have been performed to test its efficacy in treating the signs and symptoms of dry eye syndrome.
TRAVEL: Another insight on PSFK for Members
Airport gyms, yoga rooms and local organic eateries are just some of the new health and wellness features popping up at airports internationally Passengers exiting cramped airplanes are finding respite through an increasing trend of recreational airport features. Flyers can now enjoy airport gyms and yoga rooms as newly implemented norms in airport amenities, in addition to balanced food options featuring local, organic meals.
Veterans Canteen Meetings at Levine Senior Center
Local veterans of all ages are invited to attend a gathering to meet other veterans, enjoy donuts and coffee, engage in fellowship while developing camaraderie with other veterans from all branches of service. Army, Navy, Marine and Airmen veterans all join in the discussions and activities.
From routine visit to cardiac surgery, Minimally invasive thoracotomy …
… through which blood can flow, while a bicuspid aortic valve only has two, according to the National Institutes of Health. Unlike a normal aortic valve, the bicuspid aortic valve may not be completely effective at stopping blood from leaking back …
Why Eyes are Blue
… experienced a deficiency in vitamin D in the diet. This vitamin plays an important role in immune function and health . In addition to dietary sources, it is also synthesized in the skin in the presence of sunlight. One way of correcting for vitamin …
Your heart will thank you if you do these things
If you’ve taken the steps to cease and desist some of your more unhealthy habits, it’s now time to add some healthy ones to your arsenal. Putting a priority on heart health will allow you to have a fulfilling and active lifestyle and will contribute to fewer visits to the doctor.
BRIEF-S. Africa’s Competition Tribunal issues court decisions
* Thornburg Investment Management Inc reports a 6.36 percent passive stake in Avinger Inc as of Dec 31, 2016 – SEC filing Source text : Further company coverage: * Says it has raised about $7 million in equity financing from total offering amount of about $7 million – SEC filing Source text :
The Latest: Price transfers business ownership to wife
Tom Price, President Donald Trump’s pick for health secretary, has amended his government ethics agreement as the Senate prepares to debate and vote on his confirmation. In the amended agreement released Wednesday, Price says he has transferred ownership interest in a business to his wife.
Why Penn Vet Isna t Happy With Wolfa s Proposed Budget
… “expand awareness of the Vet School’s historic partnership with the Commonwealth, which was designed to protect the health and safety of the citizens of Pennsylvania and its largest industry, agriculture The School is a major contributor to …
Lady Gaga tells bodyshamers ‘I’m proud of my body’
Lady Gaga hit back at cyber bullies who made fun of her body during her spectacular halftime show at Sunday’s Super Bowl. FILE PHOTO — Feb 5, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Lady Gaga performs during halftime between the Atlanta Falcons and the New England Patriots during Super Bowl LI at NRG Stadium.
NFL concussion hearing to be streamed live online Wednesday
A federal judge in Philadelphia will live-stream a hearing Wednesday in the NFL concussion case so retired players can learn what’s ahead as the estimated $1 billion settlement rolls out this year. The NFL this week is moving the first $65 million in payments into trust funds that cover injury claims, baseline testing and education.
10 Things to Know for Today
The Pyeongchang Olympics have been drawn into the country’… . Somali soldiers providing security stand near a checkpoint on the eve of presidential elections in Mogadishu, Somalia Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2017.
Carlsberg’s Q4 sales miss expectations
Russia is the main market in Carlsberg’s Eastern Europe region that provides around a fifth of the brewer’s sales Carlsberg said today that its sales fell and it missed expectations in each of its three regions in the fourth quarter. Sales in Eastern Europe fell 2.5% to 2.33 billion Danish crowns, the world’s third largest brewer said in a trading statement today, compared with analyst expectations for a 7% gain.
10 for Today: Wednesday, Feb. 8
It is unclear which way the three judges of the San Francisco-based 9th Circuit Court of Appeals will rule , though legal experts say the states appear to have the edge. Sen. Elizabeth Warren is forbidden from speaking again on Sen. Sessions’ nomination as attorney general after running afoul of the chamber’s arcane rules by reading a three-decade-old letter from Dr. Martin Luther King’s widow.
Sobell House series: how personal touches helped to comfort terminal cancer patient
AS specialists in end-of-life care, Sobell House Hospice comforts many patients who might not make it back home. Though his liver cancer was terminal, the motorbike-mad 54-year-old was told during his time on the ward – as doctors had told him before – that he still had months left to live.
10 Proven Health Benefits of Cherries You Need to Know
Cherries are especially useful for treating gout. Gout is a kind of arthritis linked to an unusually high amount of uric acid in the bloodstream.
First Cancer Patient Treated In Phase I/II Trial of ApoGrafta
Cellect Biotechnology Ltd. , a developer of stem cells selection technology, today announces that it has treated the first blood cancer patient in the recently initiated Phase I/II trial of its stem cell technology ApoGraftTM. The trial is intended to assess the Cellect ApoGraftTM process which is designed to prevent Graft-versus-Host Disease , a common complication associated with stem cell transplant in which the transplanted immune cells attack the recipient’s body cells and organs.
Pain Therapeutics – Drugs, Markets & Companies – Analyzed for the…
Research and Markets has announced the addition of Jain PharmaBiotech’s new report “Pain Therapeutics – Drugs, Markets and Companies” to their offering. This report describes the latest concepts of pathomechanisms of pain as a basis for management and development of new pharmacotherapies for pain.
Apricus Biosciences to Present at the 19th Annual Bio Ceo & Investor Conference
Apricus Biosciences, Inc. , a biopharmaceutical company advancing innovative medicines in urology and rheumatology, today announced that Richard Pascoe, Chief Executive Officer, will present at the 19th Annual BIO CEO & Investor Conference on Tuesday, February 14, 2017, at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The conference will be held at The Waldorf Astoria, New York, NY.
Supernus Announces Issuance of Eighth U.S. Patent Protecting Trokendi XR
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. , a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing products for the treatment of central nervous system diseases, today announced the issuance on January 31, 2017 of an eighth patent by the United States Patent and Trademark Office covering Trokendi XR, its novel once-daily extended-release topiramate product. The patent provides protection for the product with expiration that is no earlier than 2027.
Know Your Priorities, Even in the Midst of Turmoil – A Timely Tip
Maintaining your priorities is not too difficult when you’re familiar with your time demands and your terrain. But when you’re going through tumultuous times it’s different.
Nanoparticles: The new One True Cause of All Disease? [Respectful Insolence]
Sorry. I couldn’t resist. I also couldn’t resist revisiting the topic of nanoparticles one last time.
Adults urged to get vaccinated
… in vaccination rates, with whites more likely than all other groups to be vaccinated. And she noted that adults with health insurance are two to five times more likely to be appropriately vaccinated. “It’s a double whammy for those without …
Manishka Koirala will play Nargis Dutt in Sanjay Dutt’s biopic
Mid January, Rajkumar Hirani kick-started the filming of the much-hyped Sanjay Dutt biopic that’ll star Ranbir Kapoor in the lead. The film also features Sonam Kapoor as Sanjay’s earlier love interest, Vicky Kaushal as his friend from the US, Anushka Sharma as a journalist and Paresh Rawal as Sunil Dutt.