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Biomarker trio predicts near-term heart risk

(Medical Xpress)—Cardiologists have identified a trio of biomarkers that may predict which patients with heart disease have a high risk of heart attack or death in the next two years.

Multiple studies examine ideal biomarkers for Huntington's disease

While Huntington's disease (HD) is currently incurable, the HD research community anticipates that new disease-modifying therapies in development may slow or minimize disease progression. The success of HD research depends upon the identification of...

Study puts Huntington's disease trials on TRACK

(Medical Xpress)—A three-year multinational study has tracked and detailed the progression of Huntington's disease (HD), predicting clinical decline in people carrying the HD gene more than 10 years before the expected onset of symptoms.

Nilotinib Enhances Toxic Protein Removal from Parkinson's Disease Neurons

The anticancer drug nilotinib induces clearance of the toxic protein alpha-synuclein from neurons in a mouse model of Parkinson's...

UIC researchers to study gender differences in how the heart uses and stores fat

Researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine will study gender differences in how the heart uses and stores fat -- its main energy source -- and how changes in fat metabolism play a role in heart disease, under a new $2 mi...

Noise, Dirty Air May Be Double Whammy for the Heart

MONDAY, May 20 (HealthDay News) -- Air pollution and noise pollution both may boost the risk of heart disease, new research from Germany suggests. "Many studies have looked at air pollution, while others have looked at noise pollution," said Dr. Bar...

Research explores pharmaceutical advances for IBS, hepatitis C

Research presented at Digestive Disease Week explores pharmaceutical advances for treating irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea and hepatitis C.

AbbVie starts Phase 3 clinical study of atrasentan in patients with diabetic nephropathy

AbbVie announced today the initiation of a Phase 3 clinical study called SONAR (Study Of Diabetic Nephropathy with Atrasentan) to assess the effects of the investigational compound atrasentan - when added to standard of care - on progression of kidne...

New computer model predicts when avian influenza strain becomes infectious

A new computer model could help scientists predict when a particular strain of avian influenza might become infectious from bird to human, according to a report to be published in the International Journal Data Mining and Bioinformatics.

People exposed to wood and tobacco smoke are at greater risk for developing COPD

People who are consistently exposed to both wood smoke and tobacco smoke are at a greater risk for developing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and for experiencing more frequent and severe symptoms of the disease, as well as more severe airflow...

Lund University researchers map significance of heredity for atherosclerotic disease

Researchers at Lund University in Sweden have mapped the significance of heredity for common forms of atherosclerotic disease. No studies have previously examined whether different forms of the disease share heredity.

Genetic markers improve detection of individuals with high risk for CHD

The study comprised over 24,000 Finnish subjects and was led by Professor Samuli Ripatti. The results revealed that a panel of 28 genetic markers improved detection of individuals with high risk for coronary heart disease (10-year risk ≥20%) over t...

Research-based Pharmaceutical Industry Launches 'Do You Mind?' Campaign to Fight Mental and Neurological Disorders

GENEVA, May 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --   Campaign launched during World Health Assembly, where world's health ministers gather to address the large physical and economic costs of these disorders Mental and neurological disorders (MNDs) affect 700 million people annually and account for 30 percent of global non-communicable disease (NCD) burden 'Do You Mind?' helps patients, family members,...

Charlotte, NC Dentist, Dr. Charles Payet Can Now Use Laser Gum Surgery to Fight Gum Disease and Reduce Risk of Stroke

A cutting-edge laser gum surgery allows Dr. Charles Payet to treat patients who have gum disease, which may be putting them at risk for a stroke. With May being Stroke Awareness Month, Dr. Payet is encouraging patients to seek gum disease treatment and reduce their risk of stroke. Charlotte, NC (PRWEB) May 20, 2013 This May Dr. Charles Payet is using the FDA-cleared laser gum surgery to treat gum...

Researchers pinpoint catalytic trigger for onset of Alzheimer's disease

Researchers have pinpointed a catalytic trigger for the onset of Alzheimer's disease - when the fundamental structure of a protein molecule changes to cause a chain reaction that leads to the death of neurons in the brain.

Odessa-Midland Dentist on Benefits of Laser Dentistry

ODESSA, TX -- (Marketwired) -- 05/21/13 -- Dr. Robin Rutherford, an Odessa and Midland dentist, offers cosmetic, implant, and general dentistry services to Odessa and the surrounding areas. With a commitment to offering the latest technology the field has to offer, The Art of Dentistry, Dr. Rutherford's practice, is now providing laser-assisted procedures. Having been ranked one of the nation's l...

Pancreatic Cancer May Be Identified By Molecular Marker From Pancreatic 'Juices'

Researchers at Mayo Clinic have developed a promising method to distinguish between pancreatic cancer and chronic pancreatitis - two disorders that are difficult to tell apart. A molecular marker obtained from pancreatic "juices" can identify almost...

Joint Replacement Surgery Could Become A Thing Of The Past With New Theory On Genesis Of Osteoarthritis

Scientists at Johns Hopkins have turned their view of osteoarthritis (OA) inside out. Literally. Instead of seeing the painful degenerative disease as a problem primarily of the cartilage that cushions joints, they now have evidence that the bone und...

Relationship Discovered Between Sleep Apnea And Alzheimer's Disease

A new study looking at sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) and markers for Alzheimer's disease (AD) risk in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and neuroimaging adds to the growing body of research linking the two. But this latest study also poses an interesting...

Given Imaging Announces Data Confirming PillCam(R) SB Improves Monitoring and Management of Crohn's Disease

-- Additional Study Highlights Improved Diagnostic Yield for New 12-Hour PillCam SB -- -- Celebrates Two Millionth PillCam Milestone -- ORLANDO, Fla., May 21, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Given Imaging (Nasdaq:GIVN), a world leader in specialty GI products and pioneer of capsule endoscopy, today announced new studies that confirm the value of PillCam SB in diagnosing, monitoring and managing p...

Ferumoxytol Treatment Produced Significant Hemoglobin Increases in Adult Iron Deficiency Anemia Patients With Gastrointestinal Disease Who Had Failed or Could Not Tolerate Oral Iron Therapy

LEXINGTON, Mass., May 21, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AMAG Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq:AMAG) announced that a new sub-group analysis from IDA-301, a phase III, randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial, will be presented today at a poster session of the Digestive Disease Week 2013 (DDW) meeting in Orlando, Florida. In the full IDA-301 study, 608 adult patients with iron deficiency anemia (IDA)...

Fountain Valley, Ca Gum Disease Patients with Missing Teeth Can Now Receive Laser Gum Surgery from Dr. Robert Mokbel for Success with Dental Implants

Californians with gum disease who have already lost teeth can now receive the effective Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure (LANAP) for gum disease treatment. This laser gum surgery helps eliminate the disease while reducing the risk of tooth loss and stimulating bone regrowth to create a healthy environment for dental implants. Fountain Valley, CA (PRWEB) May 20, 2013 Dr. Robert Mokbel is on...

Synergy Pharmaceuticals Presents Plecanatide Results From a Large Multicenter Clinical Study at Late-Breaking Abstract Session During Digestive Disease Week 2013

NEW YORK, May 21, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Synergy Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Nasdaq:SGYP), a developer of new drugs to treat patients with gastrointestinal disorders and diseases, today presented positive safety and efficacy results from its large multicenter trial of plecanatide in patients with chronic idiopathic constipation (CIC) at Digestive Disease Week (DDW) in Orlando, FL. The data were pre...

UK first in EU to get Merck's new Schmallenberg vaccine

LONDON (Reuters) - British farmers will be the first in Europe to get a vaccine against Schmallenberg virus, a new livestock disease that hit the continent in 2011.

Biomarkers discovered for inflammatory bowel disease

(University of Cincinnati Academic Health Center) Using the Department of Defense Serum Repository, University of Cincinnati researchers have identified a number of biomarkers for inflammatory bowel disease, which could help with earlier diagnosis an...