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Cuban hunger striker refuses treatment Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 8:55PMHAVANA – A Cuban dissident journalist on a hunger strike for two weeks was diagnosed as suffering from heart arrhythmia and severe dehydration but again refused hospitalization, a spokesman said Wednesday.
Cuban dissidents ask Brazil's Lula for help Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 12:32AMA group of dissidents urged moderate Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Tuesday to intercede for Cuba to release political prisoners to help save a hunger striker's life.
Cheers & Jeers for Friday, March 5 Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 10:08AMCheers to the crew at Baldino's on Fort Bragg Road. They are always cheerful, friendly and fast with service. We are frequent customers, and the staff always knows what we want and has our sandwiches ready by the time we seat ourselves.
Concerns Raised Over Insulin Pumps Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 9:58AMWe have written about issues surrounding insulin pump malfunctions and recalls in recent years. Now, Reuters reports that the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) is working to reduce risks from dangerous problems that affect what it described as tens of thousands of diabetics. While the FDA did not provide specific insulin pump manufacturers names [...]
Cuban dissident rushed to hospital says ready to die Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 6:54PMHAVANA -Cuban dissident Guillermo Farinas, who has been on hunger strike since last week over a political prisoner's death, was hospitalized Wednesday after fainting, a spokeswoman said.
Is it harmful to estimate extra insulin before a meal? Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 4:33PMIs it harmful to take extra Novolog [a form of injectable insulin] before eating a meal? There are times when I am not at a place where I can read the carb information on menus; therefore, I estimate the number of insulin units I take right before eating.
Novo Nordisk Awarded Department of Veterans Affairs National Insulin Contract Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 5:08PMPRINCETON, N.J., March 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Novo Nordisk, a global healthcare company and leader in diabetes care, announced it has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) as the primary source provider of insulin.
[11C]PiB PET neuroimaging exhibits potential for monitoring therapeutics on amyloid beta load during Alzheimer’s ... Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 12:34AMElan Corporation, plc today announced that findings from a Phase II study which suggested bapineuzumab reduced amyloid-beta deposits in the brains of Alzheimer’s disease patients as measured using a neuroimaging technique known as [11C]PiB PET, were published in the February 28, 2010 online edition of Lancet Neurology. Bapineuzumab is a compound under development by Pfizer and Janssen Alzheimer ...
Strategic Name Development Partners with Hearing and Service Dogs of Minnesota to Create Can Do Canines Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 8:58AMMINNEAPOLIS----For over 20 years, Hearing and Service Dogs of Minnesota has been enhancing the quality of life for people with disabilities by partnering them with specially trained dogs.
Charlie Kimball Secures Partnership with Novo Nordisk, Maker of the Levemir® FlexPen®, for 2010 Firestone Indy Lights ... Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 7:00AMCalifornia native Charlie Kimball has secured sponsorship from Novo Nordisk, a world leader in diabetes care. Kimball will pilot the No. 26 Levemir® FlexPen® car for AFS Racing/Andretti Autosport and will run a full 13-race schedule on the 2010 Firestone Indy Lights series.
Moreno Valley woman set to hike for charity Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 1:39AMMoreno Valley resident Debbi Bond is preparing for a hike this summer at Yosemite National Park, possibly to the summit of Half Dome, 8,837 feet above sea level. She's participating in a fundraiser for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, which provides funds to fight blood cancers. A feat of fitness at high altitude is not new to Bond.
The Spirit of Haiti Tuesday, February 23, 2010 @ 2:39PMInternational Medical Corps (IMC) - USA By Tyler Marshall After two weeks of as a volunteer with International Medical Corps in Port-au-Prince, Haitian-American physician Marie Kima said the suffering she saw there evoked a deep sadness ...
Forest Laboratories Receives Decision from FDA for Supplemental New Drug Application for Bystolic® Tuesday, February 23, 2010 @ 7:00AMNEW YORK----Forest Laboratories, Inc. announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration did not approve the additional indication for Bystolic® tablets as a treatment for stable chronic heart failure as requested in the company’s Supplemental New Drug Application .
East Texans Embrace Food as Medicine and Regain Their Life! Friday, February 19, 2010 @ 11:20AM(Four success stories of East Texans healing with food.) Each year weight loss and health top the New Year’s resolutions lists of most Americans but they are often abandoned shortly thereafter.
Marcadia Initiates Phase 1 Clinical Trial Of GLP-1/GIP Dual Agonist MAR701 Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 8:26AMMarcadia Biotech Inc. announced that it has initiated a Phase 1 clinical trial of MAR701, a novel dual agonist of the incretin hormone receptors for glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) and gastric inhibitory peptide (GIP). Marcadia plans to initially develop this compound as a treatment for type 2 diabetes with once-weekly dosing. The Phase 1 trial will evaluate MAR701 in healthy volunteers at ...
Marcadia Initiates Phase 1 Clinical Trial Of GLP-1/GIP Dual Agonist MAR701 Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 3:23AMMarcadia Biotech Inc. today announced that it has initiated a Phase 1 clinical trial of MAR701, a novel dual agonist of the incretin hormone receptors for glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) and gastric inhibitory peptide (GIP). Marcadia plans to initially develop this compound as a treatment for type 2 diabetes with once-weekly dosing.
Marcadia Initiates Phase 1 Clinical Trial of GLP-1/GIP Dual Agonist MAR701 Wednesday, February 17, 2010 @ 7:00AMMarcadia Biotech Inc. today announced that it has initiated a Phase 1 clinical trial of MAR701, a novel dual agonist of the incretin hormone receptors for glucagon-like peptide-1 and gastric inhibitory peptide .
Copa Libertadores Preview: Universidad De Chile - Caracas Wednesday, February 17, 2010 @ 3:43AMAfter a desperately poor performance in the 2009 Clausura, in which they finished in the bottom half of the table, Universidad de Chile have gone back to basics in 2010.
Insulin dosage devices develop over time Monday, February 15, 2010 @ 10:56PMA recent study used a computer algorithm that analyzed children’s blood glucose levels and recommended adjustments to their insulin doses while they were asleep.
Storms taking mental toll, too Thursday, February 11, 2010 @ 3:45AMDOVER ---- After a weekend blizzard and another forecast Maura Hinckle decided she and her two grandsons needed to get out of the house.
Benefits outweigh risks associated with newborn screening for disorder Wednesday, February 10, 2010 @ 11:09PMNewborn screening for a metabolic disorder could lead to false positives -- adding stress to parents, costing money and possibly subjecting a baby to unnecessary follow-up treatment and dietary restrictions. But the benefits of diagnosing these children early and preventing the risk of mental retardation, disability or death outweigh the costs of a false positive, according to new research.
Storms taking mental toll, too Wednesday, February 10, 2010 @ 2:52AMExperts say getting out of the house and into the sunlight is the best remedy for the cabin fever that many people are experiencing these days.
Insulin study could lead to new dosage devices Sunday, February 7, 2010 @ 6:04PMThe results of a new study on managing juvenile diabetes may give hope to millions of parents in this country and abroad who typically wake up several times a night to make sure their children's blood sugar levels have not dropped into the danger zone.
Free medical care available through Mobile Clinic Sunday, February 7, 2010 @ 5:37AMBy Julia McClure Correspondent West Gainesville residents have a new opportunity for free medical care at their local library every Monday from 6 to 9 p.m.
Artificial Pancreas Trials Show Benefits For Kids, Teenagers With Diabetes Saturday, February 6, 2010 @ 6:20AMIn a landmark study in children and teenagers with type 1 diabetes, JDRF-funded researchers at the University of Cambridge showed that using a first-generation artificial pancreas system overnight can lower the risk of low blood sugar emergencies while sleeping, and at the same time improve diabetes control. The trials tested the safety and effectiveness of a first-generation artificial pancreas ...
FDA Approves New Treatment for Type 2 Diabetes Saturday, February 6, 2010 @ 3:26AMThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Victoza (liraglutide), a once-daily injection to treat type 2 diabetes in some adults.
Artificial pancreas can help manage diabetes in kids overnight Saturday, February 6, 2010 @ 2:46AMIn a landmark study in children and teenagers with type 1 diabetes, JDRF-funded researchers at the University of Cambridge showed that using a first-generation artificial pancreas system overnight can lower the risk of low blood sugar emergencies while sleeping, and at the same time improve diabetes control.
UK scientists claim success in developing artificial pancreas Saturday, February 6, 2010 @ 12:55AMBritish scientists claim to have made a significant breakthrough towards developing a so-called "artificial pancreas" system for managing type 1 diabetes in children.
Hope for juvenile diabetes patients Saturday, February 6, 2010 @ 12:12AMThe results of a new study on managing juvenile diabetes may give hope to millions of parents in the United States and abroad who typically wake up several times a night to make sure their children's blood sugar levels have not...
West Gainesville has new mobile clinic for the underserved Friday, February 5, 2010 @ 7:06PMBy Julia McClure Correspondent West Gainesville residents have a new opportunity for free medical care at their local library every Monday from 6 to 9 p.m.
Artificial pancreas tested in kids with diabetes Friday, February 5, 2010 @ 6:37PMChildren and teens with Type 1 diabetes were able to better control their blood sugar using an automated system that measures glucose levels in real time than with a conventional insulin pump, researchers found.
'Artificial Pancreas' A Step Nearer For Children With Type 1 Diabetes Friday, February 5, 2010 @ 4:38PMScientists in Cambridge have made a significant step towards developing a so-called "artificial pancreas" system for managing type 1 diabetes in children.
Artificial pancreas helps type 1 diabetics during sleep Friday, February 5, 2010 @ 1:04PMThere may be new hope for young patients with type 1 diabetes.
Early artificial pancreas trials show benefits for kids, teenagers with diabetes overnight Friday, February 5, 2010 @ 10:28AMScientists have shown that using a first-generation artificial pancreas system overnight can lower the risk of low blood sugar emergencies while sleeping, and at the same time improve diabetes control among children and teenagers with type 1 diabetes.
No foul play, says coroner Tuesday, February 2, 2010 @ 8:42PMCoroner Tasnim Abu Bakar yesterday ruled there was no foul play and her death was accidental. Nobody was criminally involved in her death, she said, but the question of how she came to her death remai...
No foul play, says coroner Tuesday, February 2, 2010 @ 7:21PMKUALA LUMPUR: The death of medical practitioner Dr Cynthia Joseph six years ago still remains a mystery.
/ CORRECTION - Efficacy and Safety Demonstrated by the OmniPod Insulin Management System in Retrospective Study Tuesday, February 2, 2010 @ 1:00PMBEDFORD, MA--(Marketwire - 02/02/10) - In the news release, "Efficacy and Safety Demonstrated by the OmniPod Insulin Management System in Retrospective Study," issued earlier today by Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, we are advised by the company that the source company should read "Insulet Corporation" and the dateline should read "BEDFORD, MA." Complete corrected text follows ...
Tubing-Free Insulin Pump System improves glycemic control in diabetic patients Tuesday, February 2, 2010 @ 3:06AMAlbany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and The Endocrine Group researchers have concluded that the OmniPod® Insulin Management System significantly improved blood glucose control in diabetes patients who previously received insulin through multiple daily injections. The retrospective study results were published in the latest issue of Infusystems USA, in a study titled, 'Clinical ...
Efficacy and Safety Demonstrated by the OmniPod Insulin Management System in Retrospective Study Monday, February 1, 2010 @ 6:19PMTubing-Free Insulin Pump Shown to Improve A1C and Overcome Obstacles to Pump Therapy
Efficacy and Safety Demonstrated by the OmniPod Insulin Management System in Retrospective Study Monday, February 1, 2010 @ 10:00AMALBANY, NY--(Marketwire - 02/01/10) - Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and The Endocrine Group researchers have concluded that the OmniPod Insulin Management System significantly improved blood glucose control in diabetes patients who previously received insulin through multiple daily injections. The retrospective study results were published in the latest issue of Infusystems USA ...
Pediatric specialist joins staff at Wheeling Saturday, January 30, 2010 @ 11:10PMWHEELING - Dr. Amy M. Jean, a pediatric endocrinologist, has joined the staff at Wheeling Hospital's Center for Pediatrics, filling a void in care for children.
Patna doc develops drug to combat diabetes Wednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 6:51PMGood news for diabetics. A Patna doctor has helped develop Liraglutide, a new anti-diabetic drug, which got the approval of the Food and Drug Administration in the US for clinical use on Tuesday.
Intensive Insulin Therapy Won't Boost Septic Shock Survival Tuesday, January 26, 2010 @ 9:31PMOutcome similar to conventional insulin treatment, study shows.
Corticosteroid Treatment and Intensive Insulin Therapy for Septic Shock in Adults: A Randomized Controlled Trial ... Tuesday, January 26, 2010 @ 3:44PMContext Corticosteroid therapy induces potentially detrimental hyperglycemia in septic shock. In addition, the benefit of adding fludrocortisone in this setting is unclear. Objectives To test the efficacy of intensive insulin therapy in patients whose septic shock was treated with hydrocortisone and to assess, as a secondary objective, the benefit of fludrocortisone. Design, Setting, and ...
Intensive Insulin Therapy Won't Boost Septic Shock Survival Tuesday, January 26, 2010 @ 3:03PMTUESDAY, Jan. 26 (HealthDay News) -- Among adult septic shock patients, intensive insulin therapy to lower high blood glucose levels caused by corticosteroid therapy doesn't reduce the risk of death, a new study has found.
Honduras' new congress holds first session Tuesday, January 26, 2010 @ 12:55AMHonduras' new National Congress held its first plenary session on Monday as lawmakers vowed to reintegrate the country into the international community soon. The newly elected president of Congress, Juan Orlando Hernandez, announced the official functioning of the new congress. He pledged on behalf of lawmakers to improve work efficiency and strengthen inter-party solidarity. President-elect ...
DHMC patient surveillance system decreases adverse events in postoperative care Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 2:10AMA simple yet enormously effective patient surveillance system implemented by anesthesiologists at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center (DHMC) in Lebanon, New Hampshire has proven to dramatically decrease the number of rescue calls and intensive care unit transfers in postsurgical patients, allowing doctors to intervene in more cases before a crisis situation develops.
And miracles happen in Jacmel Friday, January 22, 2010 @ 11:00AMPORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti.— Elizabeth lay under the rubble for one whole week. Just two weeks old, this tiny baby was trapped between the walls of her home when Haiti began to shake. Micheline Joassaint, her mother, had given her up for dead when a team of Colombian rescue workers found her.
Data Show Progression-Free Survival Advantage With Sutent® In Patients With Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumors Friday, January 22, 2010 @ 7:00AMNEW YORK----Pfizer Inc. today announced final results from a randomized Phase 3 trial of Sutent in patients with advanced pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors, a type of cancer which originates in the hormone-producing area of the pancreas.
Woman hospitalized after crash into tree Friday, January 22, 2010 @ 4:54AMA woman was injured when she crashed her SUV into a tree early Thursday night in front of a residence at 1042 W. Eighth St.