BioTech Stock Report - The April report provides an outlook on rheumatoid arthritis (RA) therapeutics. RA is considered an autoimmune disease
Beaverton, OR– March 28, 2003 BioTech Stock Report today announced the release of its April 2003 issue. The April report provides an outlook on rheumatoid arthritis (RA) therapeutics. RA is considered an autoimmune disease, which is a term used to describe a complex condition. With RA, the body’s natural immune system goes awry, resulting in the immune system attacking healthy joint tissue and causing inflammation and subsequent joint damage. According to the Arthritis Foundation, RA affects more than 2.1 million Americans, with the predominant number of affected individuals being women, 1.5 million compared to 600,000 men. The typical onset of disease is usually in middle age, but can occur in the 20s and 30s. The April 2003 issue presents scientific background necessary to understand the market for RA therapies, and introduces the investor to important considerations when investing in biotechnology companies addressing rheumatoid arthritis. More importantly, you will learn about the progress of new medicines. Among the companies highlighted in this issue are: Amgen, IDEC Pharmaceuticals, and Abbott Labs, to name a few. To learn more about BioTech Stock Report, visit http://www.biostockreport.com. BioTech Stock Report is published monthly. It has set the standard for independent analysis of the biotechnology sector since 1997, as the leader of independent research regarding biotechnology companies specializing in the development of innovative therapies for diseases. Hardcopy or electronic delivery of the BioTech Stock Report is available. Subscription Rates: 6 months trial subscription for $150, 1 year subscription for $299 or 2 years subscription for $495. Outside the U.S./Canada add $36 per year for hardcopy via airmail. For more information contact:  Wong’s BioTech Stock Report, P.O. Box 7274, Beaverton, OR 97007; phone: 503-649-1355; fax: 503-649-4490; Email: info@biostockreport.com Web Site:  www.biostockreport.com The contents of this publication are based on sources that are believed reliable, but accuracy cannot be guaranteed. This is not an offer to buy or sell securities. BioTech Stock Report is not a registered securities dealer. The information and opinions are for informational purposes only, and are not intended as investment advice. The companies discussed may carry significant investment risk. Readers should review information thoroughly with a registered investment advisor or stockbroker. The publisher and its directors or employees may have positions in and make purchases or sales of securities discussed in this publication.   Contact:   Contact:  Nadine Wong   Company:  BioTech Stock Report   Voice:  503-649-1355   Fax:  503-649-4490
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