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Sewing DNA Thread With Lasers, Hooks And Microbobbins Japanese scientists have made a micro-sized sewing machine to sew long threads of DNA into shape. The work published in the Royal Society of Chemistry journal Lab on a Chip demonstrates a unique way to manipulate delicate DNA chains without breaking them. Pseudotumours Risk For Hip Resurfacing Highlights Need For Regular Clinical Follow-up For New Devices As the incidence of metal-on-metal hip resurfacing has increased in recent years, especially in younger patients, research published in the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery - British Volume (JBJS-Br) discusses occurrences of "pseudotumours" as a result. Protelos(R) (Strontium Ranelate) Is The First Osteoporosis Treatment To Demonstrate Long-term Reduced Risk Of Hip Fracture Results of a new study published in the latest edition of leading journal Arthritis and Rheumatism confirm a long-term reduction in the risk of fractures with strontium ranelate in post menopausal women with osteoporosis. Botox "Parties" Not Just Fun And Games, Advises The American Society For Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Statistics from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) show that almost 2.8 million Botox procedures were performed last year. Botox has been the most popular cosmetic procedure since 2000, and the number of procedures performed has increased 82% in the past five years. But amidst all the positive reports of the benefits of Botox are some disturbing trends. In particular, reports of so-called "Botox parties" have raised red flags for many medical professionals. BioCryst Announces Initiation Of Phase II Study Of Intramuscular Peramivir For The Treatment Of Seasonal Influenza BioCryst Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: BCRX) announced the initiation of a Phase II study of intramuscular (i.m.) peramivir for the treatment of seasonal influenza. The double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel group Phase II trial will compare the efficacy of a single 600 mg injection of i.m. peramivir to placebo in the treatment of seasonal influenza. Protelos(R) (strontium Ranelate) Is The First Osteoporosis Treatment To Demonstrate Long-term Reduced Risk Of Hip Fracture Results of a new study published in the latest edition of leading journal Arthritis and Rheumatism confirm a long-term reduction in the risk of fractures with strontium ranelate in post menopausal women with osteoporosis. Modigene Platform Validated In Independent Phase III Trial Of CTP Technology Modigene Inc., (OTC Bulletin Board: MODG) noted the successful completion of a Phase III clinical trial by Schering-Plough of long-acting fertility hormone corifollitropin alfa (FSH-CTP). FSH-CTP uses the naturally occurring CTP peptide to extend the duration of action of the hormone. Are Women Compromising Their Safety By Visiting A Non-Physician Supervised Medspa Facility The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery has released its results from a consumer survey asking 1,000 women their opinions on medical spas. Findings revealed that millennials, those born between 1976 and 2001, are the primary customers of these facilities. Yet half of those women are compromising their safety by visiting a non-physician supervised medspa facility. American Healthcare Solutions Announces SMART Strategic Services To Prepare Hospitals For The Future A major population age shift is on the horizon; over the next decade, 35 million "Baby Boomers" will reach age 65, transforming the dynamics of healthcare coverage in America. |
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