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Lupus News : Psychotherapy Can Help People With Lupus Cope Tue, 09 Mar 2010 22:05:15 GMT TUESDAY, March 9 (HealthDay News) -- Psychotherapy helps cut the incidence of psychological woes in patients with lupus who have high levels of daily stress, a new study finds.Lupus News : Advocates Seek Increased Federal Funding To Bridge The Gaps In Lupus Research, Awareness, And Education Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:14:56 GMT On March 16, 2010, an anticipated 1,000 advocates will band together for lupus in person and virtually by phone, email, and through social media networks, to share their personal stories with Members of Congress during the Lupus Foundation of America's, (LFA) Twelfth Annual Advocacy Day. Advocates' personal stories will demonstrate how the gaps in lupus research and understanding have a profound ...Heritage House to offer free lupus screenings Wed, 10 Mar 2010 09:07:30 GMT In recognition of Lupus Awareness Day, the Lupus Foundation of Pennsylvania in conjuction with Heritage House Retirement Center, 80 E. Northampton St., Wilkes-Barre, a division of Wyoming Valley Health Care Systems, will offer free lupus screenings and iGaps in lupus research and understanding have profound effect on people living with disease Tue, 09 Mar 2010 11:07:59 GMT On March 16, 2010, an anticipated 1,000 advocates will band together for lupus in person and virtually by phone, email, and through social media networks, to share their personal stories with Members of Congress during the Lupus Foundation of America’s Twelfth Annual Advocacy Day.MRC scientists announce advance in understanding body's natural defenses Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:48:11 GMT ( University of Leicester ) Medical Research Council scientists at the University of Leicester have made a new advance in understanding how the body fights certain types of cancer and other disease such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.Advance in understanding body’s natural defenses Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:23:18 GMT New research offers potential for developing new therapies for lupus, rheumatoid arthritis and certain types of cancer.Teen lupus patient starting support group for peers Mon, 08 Mar 2010 11:26:53 GMT Instead of enjoying a reprieve from school, 16-year-old Kelsey Deneen spent half of the 2007 summer on her living room couch. In July of that year, after suffering from swollen joints and fatigue, Kelsey was diagnosed with lupus, an autoimmune disease thPsychotherapy Can Help People With Lupus Cope Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:47:01 GMT After 10 sessions, anxiety, depression and stress lessened, researchers say.Thyroid hormone analogue for treating high cholesterol Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:02:51 GMT An experimental thyroid drug reduces cholesterol without the troublesome side effects experienced by some people on statins, according to a study published today in the New England Journal of Medicine. An international team of investigators at Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions, the Karolinska University Hospital and Institute, and The Feinstein Institute for Medical Research tested a substance ...Feldman and other celeb friends mourn Corey Haim, dead at 38 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 22:30:20 GMT When he passed away early this morning, actor Corey Haim was years past the mega-stardom he enjoyed in the 1980s. When he passed away early this morning, actor Corey Haim was years past the mega-stardom he enjoyed in the 1980s.Roche suspends arthritis drug study after deaths Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:03:31 GMT Swiss pharmaceutical company Roche Group said Monday it has suspended a late-stage trial for a new rheumatoid arthritis and lupus drug after several patients died from infections.HHMI's Gilliam Fellowships Aim To Increase Diversity In The Sciences Thu, 11 Mar 2010 11:17:37 GMT The Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) has selected five exceptional individuals to receive the 2010 Gilliam Fellowships for Advanced Study. These students will join a dynamic group of 30 Gilliam fellows, who share a passion for science and a commitment to increasing diversity in the sciences. It's been very gratifying to see the impact of the Gilliam fellows program, says Peter J. Bruns ...Roche, Biogen suspends arthritis drug after deaths Mon, 08 Mar 2010 17:33:17 GMT Swiss drugmaker Roche Holding AG and U.S. biotechnology company Biogen Idec are suspending experimental rheumatoid arthritis and lupus treatment ocrelizumab after deaths following its use, casting doubt over its future.Corey Haim: Hollywood reacts via Twitter Wed, 10 Mar 2010 20:21:58 GMT By Archana Ram From Ashton Kutcher to Alyssa Milano to Kevin Smith and more, see the 140-character memorials being sent via TwitterFDA provides guidance on Restanza clinical program in treatment of CABP Thu, 11 Mar 2010 13:37:43 GMT Advanced Life Sciences Holdings, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company engaged in the discovery, development and commercialization of novel drugs in the therapeutic areas of infection, oncology and respiratory diseases, announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has provided guidance on the clinical program required to assess the approvability of Restanzaâ„¢ (cethromycin), a novel oral ...Press Release Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:06:17 GMT BioInvent International AB (STO:BINV) and Human Genome Sciences, Inc. (NASDAQ:HGSI) today announced that they have entered into a collaboration to discover, develop and commercialize therapeutic monoclonal antibodies which specifically target antigens discovered by HGS.Roche, Biogen suspend arthritis drug after deaths Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:50:52 GMT Swiss drugmaker Roche Holding AG and U.S. biotechnology company Biogen Idec are suspending rheumatoid arthritis and lupus treatment ocrelizumab after it caused deaths, casting doubt over the drug's future.Press Release Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:06:47 GMT Human Genome Sciences Inc. Posted on:11 Mar 10 Human Genome Sciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: HGSI) and BioInvent International AB (OMXS: BINV) today announced that they have entered into a collaboration to discover, develop and commercialize therapeutic monoclonal antibodies that specifically target antigens discovered by HGS.(AFX UK Focus) 2010-03-09 15:11 Human Genome names David Southwell as its CFO Tue, 09 Mar 2010 15:43:29 GMT BOSTON, March 9 (Reuters) - Biotechnology company Human Genome Sciences Inc on Tuesday named David Southwell, the former chief financial officer of Sepracor Inc, as its new CFO. Human Genome's shares have skyrocketed since last year, when it reported unexpectedly strong data from a trial of its experimental lupus drug Benlysta. Last March they were trading as low as 45 cents a share. On Monday ...Study uncovers mechanism facilitating motivation for alcohol after extended abstinence Thu, 11 Mar 2010 10:22:33 GMT New research provides exciting insight into the molecular mechanisms associated with addiction and relapse. The study, published by Cell Press in the March 11 issue of the journal Neuron, uncovers a crucial mechanism that facilitates motivation for alcohol after extended abstinence and opens new avenues for potential therapeutic intervention.Well-Being Calendar: 03/11/2010 Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:36:55 GMT Area blood drives; Events; Meetings; and moreLake County Calendar Thu, 11 Mar 2010 10:11:04 GMT Golf Injury Prevention: Attend this free interactive workshop, from 6-7:30 p.m., April 6 at Liberyville Sports Comples, 1950 N. Highway 45, Libertyville, to learn the body's requirements for golf and understand common golf injuries and rehabilitation.Lake County Calendar Thu, 11 Mar 2010 10:05:24 GMT Classes/Meetings/SeminarsAlyssa Milano on Ex Corey Haim's Death: RIP Sweet Boy Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:53:52 GMT The actress dated the teen heartthrob from 1987 to 1990Get more Us! Follow us on Twitter, Friend us [...]Calendar Thu, 11 Mar 2010 10:25:02 GMT Deadline for calendar items is two weeks in advance of desired publication date. E-mail information on clubs, lectures, community and religious events, reunions and support groups to drock@pioneerlocal.com or fax to (847) 599-6902.Ralph Macchio , Alyssa Milano , Ashton Kutcher among celebs tweeting reaction to Corey Haim's death Wed, 10 Mar 2010 21:03:00 GMT The news of Corey Haim's death shocked many of his fans, as well as his celebrity friends who took to Twitter on Wednesday morning to express their condolences for the troubled Lost Boys actor.Community Calendar for March 11, 2010 Thu, 11 Mar 2010 09:15:21 GMT MEETINGSHGS, BioInvent International AB to discover, develop and commercialize therapeutic monoclonal antibodies Thu, 11 Mar 2010 08:37:55 GMT Human Genome Sciences, Inc. and BioInvent International AB today announced that they have entered into a collaboration to discover, develop and commercialize therapeutic monoclonal antibodies that specifically target antigens discovered by HGS.Osteoarthritis, Fibromyalgia Patients Needed for Pilot Study Thu, 11 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT Makers of a new liquid natural supplement formulation of Cetyl-Myristoleate are seeking osteoarthritis and fibromyalgia patients for a pilot study in Phoenix beginning Monday, April 12, 2010. Â The new formulation, developed by Arizona nutraceutical company, Liquid CMO, LLC, has produced remarkable testimonial results with no harmful side effects and no known drug interactions and is looking to ...80s Teen Idol Corey Haim Dead at 38 Thu, 11 Mar 2010 03:27:36 GMT LOS ANGELES -- Actor and former teen idol Corey Haim has died at the age of 38, the Los Angeles Police Department has confirmed to KTLA.Idera 4Q profit grows on cancer drug payment Wed, 10 Mar 2010 13:05:48 GMT Idera Pharmaceuticals Inc. said Wednesday its profit climbed more than tenfold in the fourth quarter after it received a milestone payment from its partner Merck KGaA.Four ETF Plays for Biotech Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:16:15 GMT ETF firms offer investors a variety of approaches to the biotech industry.Celeb tributes to Corey Haim on Twitter Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:21:42 GMT Celebrities have reacted to news of the death of actor Corey Haim.Human Genome Sciences names David Southwell CFO Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:44:29 GMT Human Genome Sciences Inc. said Tuesday it named David P. Southwell executive vice president and chief financial officer to replace Timothy C. Barabe.Twitter mourns Corey Haim Wed, 10 Mar 2010 23:14:19 GMT Colson Whitehead, Jeremy Piven, Lisa Marie Presley and others tap out their grief in 140 characters or lessTwo Drugs Fail in Trials Wed, 10 Mar 2010 23:27:17 GMT Monday was a gloomy day for industry as two separate drug trials went belly up. AstraZeca's Recentin proved that it wasn't up-to-snuff compared with Avastin, and the Roche/Biogen Idec arthritis collaboration treatment, ocrelizumab, may have led to fatalities.Roche, Biogen suspends arthritis drug after deaths Mon, 08 Mar 2010 21:07:15 GMT ZURICH (Reuters) - Swiss drugmaker Roche Holding AG and U.S. biotechnology company Biogen Idec are suspending experimental rheumatoid arthritis and lupus treatment ocrelizumab after deaths following i...Roche suspends arthritis drug study after deaths Mon, 08 Mar 2010 12:44:59 GMT Swiss pharmaceutical company Roche Group said Monday it has suspended a late-stage trial for a new rheumatoid arthritis and lupus drug after several patients died from infections. Roche said the drug, ocrelizumab, was developed together with Biogen Idec with... Biogen Idec - Rheumatoid arthritis - Health - Conditions and Diseases - Musculoskeletal DisordersTrust In Me Wed, 10 Mar 2010 20:55:02 GMT It's bitterly cold and almost 11 p.m. when the white van stops under the highway bridge in South Jackson. Fifty yards from the road, there's a small campsite lit by the flames rising from an oil drum.Support groups offered to public Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:07:23 GMT Banner Community Education and Wellness Centers offers the following free support groups to provide understanding and a nurturing atmosphere where you receive education about the disease or condition, information on care-management issues and support...Haim became a punchline Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:03:51 GMT If Corey Haim were alive to Google himself today, these options that would pop up on the search list: “Corey Haim movies,” “Corey Haim drugs,” “Corey Haim fat,” “Corey Haim molested.”Hey, Network TV: If You Can't Say Anything Nice About the Internet, Stop Making Episodes About Bloggers Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:24:14 GMT Last night, CBS's The Good Wife, that show that I think is a fictionalized Silda Spitzer thing, was about people Tweeting scandalous things at each other. Then it literally mentioned Politico blogger...Hey, Network TV: If You Can't Say Anything Nice About the Internet, Stop Making Episodes About Bloggers [Internet] Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:55:08 GMT # internet Last night, CBS's The Good Wife , that show that I think is a fictionalized Silda Spitzer thing, was about people Tweeting scandalous things at each other. Then it literally mentioned Politico blogger Ben Smith, by name. This has to stop. More »ASPARTAME: Is it a safe sweetener or a risk to your health? Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:12:51 GMT GateHouse News Service Barb Marks' grandfather was diabetic. Her father was diabetic. Five of her seven siblings are diabetic. Family history shaped her outlook long before she was diagnosed with diabetes 15 years ago.  Thyroid Hormone Analogue for Treating High Cholesterol Wed, 10 Mar 2010 21:00:00 GMT An international team of investigators at Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions, the Karolinska University Hospital and Institute, and The Feinstein Institute for Medical Research tested a substance called Eprotirome in patients with high cholesterol.Biogen Roche suspend arthritis drug Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:11:54 GMT US biotechnology company Biogen Idec and Swiss drugmaker Roche Holding are suspending rheumatoid arthritis and lupus treatment ocrelizumab after it caused deaths, casting doubt over the drug's future.Idera Pharmaceuticals announces net income of $3.9M for fourth-quarter 2009 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:52:43 GMT Idera Pharmaceuticals, Inc. today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2009.Roche, Biogen Idec to suspend Ocrelizumab treatment of patients in RA programme Wed, 10 Mar 2010 08:43:44 GMT Roche and Biogen Idec announced their decision to suspend Ocrelizumab treatment of patients in the Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) programme.Cellzome, GSK form second major alliance to develop new anti-inflammatory drugs Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:22:33 GMT Cellzome today announced that it has formed a second strategic alliance with GlaxoSmithKline (GSK). This new collaboration gives GSK exclusive access to Cellzome's proprietary Episphere(TM) technology in the emerging field of epigenetics as applied to immunoinflammatory disease. Epigenetic mechanisms play a key role in controlling immune cell differentiation and inflammatory gene expression ... |
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