Press Releases by Category Health & Medicine
APEPTICO presents its lead product AP301 at the Annual Congress of the European …
08th September, 2009, Vienna, Austria: APEPTICO Forschung und Entwicklung GmbH, a biotechnology company developing a novel peptide-based drug for the treatment of the life threatening disease “Acute Lung Injury” today announced, that it will present its most recent scientific results for APEPTICO’s lead compound AP301 at the Annual Congress of the European Respiratory Society which starts on 12th September 2009 in Vienna, Austria.
At the Annual Congress of the European Respiratory…
Swine Flu - Fast and Reliable Isolation of the Viral RNA
Baesweiler, September 7th 2009. The growing amount of suspicious cases for swine flu in addition to the other daily samples forces diagnostic laboratories to react. They need a reliable, time saving solution to cope with a daily throughput of up to 500 additional samples per day. Besides the rising number of samples, the incoming sample material used for different diagnostic requests is very heterogeneous. Processing stool, plasma, swabs and urine…
Mark Houston Recovery Announces Second Annual Alumni Reunion
Austin, TX -- Mark Houston Recovery(MHR), the Texas drug and alcohol recovery center responsible for helping hundreds of men reclaim their lives from addiction, is pleased to announce its Second Annual Alumni Reunion on Saturday, October 17, 2009 from 3:00 p.m. To 9:00 p.m.
The month of October is shaping up to be an exciting one. Mark Houston kicks off the month with the opening of The MHR Center for…
Patient Comfort Systems introduces new antimicrobial positioners
Newark, CA. 04, September, 2009-Patient Comfort Systems announces the introduction of new positioner pads for all MRI, CT, PET, and Nuclear Medicine systems. These new products were created in part to address patient comfort and the growing threats of infections spread by contact, which includes aggressive antibiotic resistant bacteria, such as MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus).
Traditional pad sets generate regions of high pressure and shunt blood flow away from areas of…
Thieme Displays World-Renowned Neurosurgery Program During the Fourteenth World …
New York/Stuttgart, September 2009 – During this week's World Congress of Neurological Surgery, Thieme, the market leading publisher in neurosurgical content, is exhibiting recently published and soon-to-be released titles. The event, which opened on August 30 and concludes on September 4, is taking place at the HynesVeteransMemorialConvention Center in Boston, Massachusetts in the United States. This five day conference provides a forum for showcasing the latest in scientific work related…
Infiniti Research: Global Computerized Physician Order Entry Systems Market 2008 …
CPOE systems exist since the 1970’s and helped to save the lives of numerous patients. The system helps to avoid medication error and therefore the patient’s benefit of this Computerized Physician Order Entry system.
A Computerized Physician Order Entry (CPOE) system is primarily used by hospitals and physicians to reduce medication errors and increase patient safety. Apart from patient safety, the CPOE system also provides benefits such as easy integration between…
Rynek produktów OTC w Europie Środkowo-Wschodniej odporny na recesję
W 2008 r. rynek produktów OTC w Europie Środkowo-Wschodniej wzrósł o około 26%, osiągając wartość 9,2 mld euro. Jak wynika z najnowszego raportu firmy badawczej PMR pod tytułem „OTC market in Central and Eastern Europe 2009. Comparative analysis and development forecasts for 2009-2011”, w 2009 r. rynek ten rozwijał się będzie w tempie około 8%.
8% wzrost rynku w 2009 r.
W ciągu ostatnich kilku lat gospodarki krajów Europy Środkowo-Wschodniej (Rosji,…
XClinical starts cooperation with two academic research networks
XClinical GmbH starts cooperation with the academic research networks “Society for Paediatric Oncology and Haematology” (GPOH) and the “Hannover Clinical Trial Center” (HCTC).
XCLINICAL GMBH, Munich, Germany – August 31, 2009 – XClinical, a European vendor of software products for eClinical trials, known for its innovative and user-friendly CDISC ODM certified EDC software suite MARVIN, today announced that the academic research network GPOH (Gesellschaft für Pädiatrische Onkologie und Hämatologie) and the…
Dr. Kushagra Katariya, Artemis Hospital, Performs Rare Heart Surgery
A team of doctors at Artemis Hospital guided by Dr. Kushagra Kataria, CEO and Chief Cardiothoracic Surgeon performed most complex heart surgery (operation) replacing parts of heart. The 8 hour procedure that happened on August 10 involved "aortic valve replacement, aortic arch grafting, artery reconstruction and patient revival".
Shailesh Devi a resident of Gurgaon has lost all hopes of life. Leading hospitals (both Govt and Private) and top heart…
Visiongain: Monoclonal Antibodies in Cancer Therapy 2009-2024 on reports-researc …
Monoclonal antibody-based therapies for cancer are a thriving part of the biotechnology sector, as our new market report explains. The oncology market continues to expand worldwide, with high demand for more-efficacious and better-tolerated cancer therapies.
The monoclonal antibodies oncology market has been growing at a significant rate and holds high potential for continued growth in both developed and emerging geographical markets. Currently, new technologies are removing some of the drawbacks that…
Resistance and well-being: PROBIOTICS fosters the natural balance of the intesti …
The intestine plays an elementary role for the health of the entire organism. Negative everyday influences such as stress and a biased diet can affect and seriously harm the sensible balance of the digestive organ. Medication or social drugs add to the general strain. As a consequence, the body reacts with digestive disorders and infections because the immune system is undermined In addition, important nutrients cannot be ingested any longer.…
Koncept Analytics: Molecular Diagnostics Market - Trends and Opportunities on re …
Molecular diagnostics holds immense business potential as it is based on the intention of identifying viruses and infectious diseases more accurately at an earlier stage than currently possible. Molecular diagnostics has also emerged as a potential business opportunity as diagnostics businesses generally fetch higher returns of investment than pharmaceutical and other biotech businesses.
Molecular diagnostics or the analysis of DNA and RNA at the molecular level - is a fast-growing market,…
OTC market in Central and Eastern Europe will grow in 2009 despite the global fi …
In 2008 the OTC product market in Central and Eastern Europe developed by around 26%, to €9.2bn. In 2009 this market in the region will grow by around 8%, according to a recently released report “OTC market in Central and Eastern Europe 2009. Comparative analysis and development forecasts for 2009-2011” from PMR, a research and consulting company.
8% OTC market growth in 2009
In the last few years the economies of…
Sektor biotechnologii w farmacji: boom spodziewany dopiero w 2011 roku
Obecnie sektor biotechnologii znajdującej zastosowanie w farmacji i medycynie (tzw. „czerwonej biotechnologii”) rozwija się w Polsce w umiarkowanym tempie, wynika z najnowszego raportu firmy badawczej PMR „Innowacje biotechnologiczne w przemyśle farmaceutycznym w Polsce 2009”. W 2008 r. przychody tego sektora spadły nawet w porównaniu do poprzedniego roku, co było spowodowane gorszymi wynikami Biotonu, największej polskiej firmy biotechnologicznej. Warto jednak zaznaczyć, że firmy biotechnologiczne pracują obecnie intensywnie nad nowymi produktami, których…
Pharmaceutical biotechnology in Poland: industry expected to boom in 2011
Today the market for biotechnology which can be used in pharmaceuticals and medicine (“red biotechnology”) is growing at a moderate pace in Poland. Indeed, in 2008 the sales of industry players even declined, as Bioton, the largest Polish biotech firm, performed poorly. Biotechnological firms are working hard on new products, the sales of which will have a substantial impact on the rate of growth of the industry over the next…
New Global Research & Data Services reports on reports-research.com
Global Research & Data Services has published nine reports concerning the healthcare market in China. These market analyses give an overview of the actual market situations and future outlooks of the markets. The topics of these reports are, cardiovascular devices, wound care management, diabetes care devices, diagnostic imaging, drug delivery devices, in vitro diagnostics, nephrology and urology devices, ophthalmic devices, orthopaedic devices.
The subjects that are discussed in the analyses include:
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Patient Comfort Systems introduces new antimicrobial CTL pad sets
Newark, CA. 19, August, 2009-Patient Comfort Systems announces the introduction of new CTL pad sets for GE and Phillips systems. These new products were created in part to address patient comfort and the growing threats of infections spread by contact, which includes aggressive antibiotic resistant bacteria, such as MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus).
Traditional pad sets generate regions of high pressure and shunt blood flow away from areas of the body, creating…
2010 International Autism Conference to be held in Jerusalem
Preparations are being made for the International Center for Autism Research & Education, Inc. (ICARE) to hold its first annual “International Autism Conference.” The grand scaled event will be held February 16th-18th, 2010 at the International Convention Center in Jerusalem.
Industry experts such as Eric Hollander, M.D; Brian Iwata, Ph.D. and Eli Hatchwell, M.D., Ph.D. are confirmed for the conference.
The nonprofit group expects upwards of 2,500 attendees. Those in…
Infiniti Research: RFID in Healthcare Industry 2008-2012 on reports-research.com
According to Infiniti Research, “the global RFID market was $5,250 million in 2008, and is expected to reach $9,182 million by 2012.”
A major part of the growth for RFID (Radio Frequency Identifcation) comes from established applications such as security/access control, automobile immobilization, animal tracking, and toll collection. However, security-based solutions, contactless payments, and supply chain management applications are also emerging; thus, presenting new market opportunities. The other area of opportunity…
Neurotune starts Phase II Clinical Trial to treat neuropathic pain
Schlieren (Zurich), Switzerland, 17th August 2009. Neurotune AG, a Swiss biopharmaceutical company, has received MCC ’s (the South African National Regulatory Agency) approval for a Phase II clinical study of neurotune’s lead compound NT-11624 for neuropathic pain caused by treatment with anti-retroviral medication.
Approximately 500.000 HIV-patients in the United States and Europe receive anti-retroviral medication. Neurotune’s Phase II trial (8-week, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel group study) will evaluate the safety…
SPASHAPE© DESIGNING FUTURE IN BODY CONTOURING TECHNOLOGY
Available from mid 2009, SPASHAPE© combines Scanning Diodes 635mn laser therapy with Second generation of High Focalised Ultrasounds ( Dynamic HFU)
Based on 7 experiences in body contouring innovation, Medixsysteme, France developed a system that proposed two technologies in one platform. The technology is covered by an international patent. Medixsysteme is fully ISO 13485 certified to manufacture medical devices complying with CE norms.
SPASHAPE© is totally non…
BIOTECON Diagnostics GmbH and Biotest AG start wordlwide sales cooperation
In order to enhance the worldwide launch of its innovative Hygiene Screening System, BIOTECON Diagnostics GmbH Potsdam, Germany has started a global sales cooperation with the Business Unit Microbiology of BIOTEST AG in Eppelheim, Germany.
In September 2009 the dedicated sales force for the microbiological product range of Biotest AG will start to sell the system for rapid identification of microorganisms from hygiene monitoring samples. Corynebacterium, Staphylococcus, Micrococcus, Kocuria, and…
A New Comprehensive Text Fills Gap in Medical Literature on Radiosurgery
New York, NY - Radiosurgery holds many advantages over surgery. First, there is no incision, second, there is no risk of bleeding, infection, or other possible complications that sometimes occur with open surgery. Intracranial Stereotactic Radiosurgery is considered one of the most current and comprehensive books available about surgery that utilizes radiation. Published by Thieme, this reference work addresses both the benefits as well as the limitations of radiosurgical techniques…
Datamonitor: Commercial Insight - Antihormonal Cancer Therapies on reports-resea …
Antihormonal cancer therapies are a class of drugs used predominantly in the treatment of breast cancer and prostate cancer. The high incidence of these tumor types translates into a significant commercial potential for drug developers. Collectively, the antihormonal therapy cancer brands generated sales of about $6.9 billion in the seven major pharmaceutical markets in 2008.
Research and analysis highlights
The antihormonals market was worth $6.9 billion in 2008 across the seven major…
GlobalData: Global ECG Data Management Systems - Increasing Demand to Drive Grow …
The new report by GlobalData, Global ECG Data Management Systems: Increasing Demand to Drive Growth, finds that the significant operational cost reduction that can be achieved through the adoption of ECG data management systems by hospitals, and technological innovation are expected to drive the growth in the ECG data management systems market. The report, highlights these developments as the key market drivers for the global ECG data management systems market.
Global…
Datamonitor: Authorized generics agreements – last ditch effort on part of brand …
As pay-for-delay agreements look to be on the way out of the pharmaceutical industry in Europe and the US, a new report by independent market analyst Datamonitor forecasts that the number of authorized generics (AG) agreements will grow, in tandem with the increasing convergence between branded and generics companies. Competitive pressures in the US and Europe have radically altered the brand-generic dynamic, to the extent that the line between the…
Lion City Radiology Adopts Novel Advanced Image Visualization Solution, Shina Sy …
Singapore, 1st Aug 09. Lion City Radiology has announced that it entered into a multi user 3D software licensing contract with Shina Systems. Shina Systems’ 3Di software is a next-generation advanced clinical image visualization and analysis platform turning any Internet PC – both in and outside an enterprise – into a powerful imaging workstation.
This new software will enable Lion City Radiology to compete in the…
Datamonitor: Pricing and Reimbursement in the United Arab Emirates on reports-re …
The healthcare sector in the emirates of Abu Dhabi and Dubai is undergoing drastic changes as a result of the structural and financing reforms that will impact all major actors in the healthcare sector.
Research and analysis highlights
Reforms undertaken in the UAE will increase healthcare access to all expatriates, and improve the quality of care provided in both the public and private sector. With patients placed at the centre of the…
Physiotherapy Centre in Asia to Offer SpineCor Physiotherapy
SINGAPORE, July 30, 2009 – Core Concepts Physiotherapy Centre is the first physiotherapy centre in Asia to be accredited as a SpineCor Physiotherapy centre with four specially trained physiotherapists. SpineCor physiotherapy programme are designed to complement the action of the SpineCor brace, a flexible dynamic brace designed for the treatment of idiopathic scoliosis.
According to Sylvia Ho, a principal physiotherapist with Core Concepts, “Together with the brace, SpineCor physiotherapy allows us…
GlobalData: Global X-Ray Systems Market - Strategic Market Analysis and Insight …
The new report by GlobalData, Global X-Ray Systems Market: Strategic Market Analysis and Insight to 2015, finds that the digital x-ray systems market is identified as the key segment driving revenue growth in the global x-ray systems market as many hospitals worldwide are making a transition from film based x-rays to digital x-ray environments. The report highlights this development as the key market driver for the global x-ray systems market.
The…
American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine Launches New Web Site
Orlando, FL – The American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine has launched its newly designed website. Designed by McMurry, the new site is more dynamic and user-friendly, offering five distinct areas organized to meet the specific needs of each visitor. A cleaner, simpler layout allows users to quickly locate information on the site, providing a more engaging experience. New features include an Urgent Care Center locator, a more enhanced…
Pat Moore Foundation - Drug Detox Screening that Promotes Safety
Orange County, CA, July 23, 2009 – Since the turn of the century workplace drug testing and pre-employment drug screening tests have become more the norm to help decide whether to promote or deny potential employment.
In the past, a company was considered the ‘owner’s company’ and they had the right to know personal particulars; who their employee lived with, what they drank, whether they attended church, and even to…
Making use of natural supportive measures for traditional treatment in veterinar …
Alternative treatment methods such as ozone or magnetic field therapies are increasingly gaining importance in traditional medicine as supportive measures, too. HERRMANN Apparatebau GmbH has proved with its new portfolio of systems used in the treatment of four-legged patients that their pioneering concepts can be adapted for use in veterinary medicine as well.
For 25 years HAB has manufactured high-quality systems for human medicine. During their development, the latest technological…
Transnational research project on stomach cancer
The Austrian programme on genomic research, GEN-AU got involved in several transnational research projects. Within GEN-AU the project CANCERMOTYSIS focuses on new therapeutic options for advanced stomach cancer. The Austrian Federal Ministry of Science and Research together with the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research promote that project, which is coordinated by Julian Mattes from the Software Competence Center Hagenberg (SCCH).
Systems biology
„We execute novel analysis in the…
Dr. David Blumberg Pioneers A Novel Laparoscopic Colon Surgery Technique (Bandai …
Pittsburgh, PA, 22nd July, 2009 – Dr. David Blumberg, a colorectal surgeon in Pittsburgh has pioneered a novel laparoscopic colon surgery technique. This novel colorectal operation is successful 95-98% in allowing patients with colorectal cancer, diverticulitis, colon polyps, Crohns disease & ulcerative colitis to be cured through tiny band-aid size incisions.
Dr. Blumberg’s pioneering work was reported in the journals Surgical Innovations in September 2008 and Surgical Laparoscopic, Endoscopic and…
Thieme Picks up Magna Cum Laude Award at Prestigious Neuroradiology Meeting
New York/Stuttgart – Thieme Publishers is pleased to announce that the Cerefy Atlas of Cerebral Vasculature has received the Magna Cum Laude Scientific Exhibition Award from the American Society of Neuroradiology during the ASNR's 47th Annual Meeting in Vancouver, British Columbia.
“Dr. Nowinski and his team tirelessly worked to perfect this new atlas. We at Thieme enthusiastically express our appreciation for their unwavering dedication and accomplishments, ” said Brian…
Shina Systems Successfully Performed an Alpha Test of its Novel Aortic Valve Ass …
Caesarea, Israel and Porto, Portugal, July 21, 2009 -- Shina Systems Ltd., a leading provider of clinically effective software solutions for the cardiovascular market, today announced the successful completion of an alpha test of its novel aortic valve assistance software application. Shina Systems’ software application helps the interventional cardiologist achieve successful outcomes when used during complex percutaneous aortic valve replacement (PAVR) procedures.
Shina’s aortic valve assistance software utilized in…
1st EuroPACS Academy course
Pisa, Italy, 25.-26. September 2009
"Linking research to clinical practice" is the slogan with which Prof. Osman Ratib (President of EuroPACS) is inviting to the 1st EuroPACS Academy Course.
This two-days course is intended for physicians, scientists and healthcare professionals who are involved in planning, purchasing, implementation and design of imaging infrastructures for image management and communication. It provides the basic concepts and expert recommendations for system design and implementation and better…
c-LEcta: New Enzyme for Reduction of Acrylamide
Leipzig (Germany), July 20, 2009. Leipzig-based biotechnology company c-LEcta has established a pilot-scale production process for the enzyme "4-LEss Acryl", marking an important milestone on the path to market launch. The highly effective asparaginase prevents the formation of the potential carcinogen acrylamide during the processing of coffee, corn flakes, and other food products. The enzyme can be integrated into existing manufacturing processes during which acrylamide is formed, making it a…
New Report: Brazil Able to Compete in Medical Innovation
The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) applauds the new report “Innovation in Brazil: Public Policies and Business Strategies,” which is based on several seminars organized by the Brazil Institute at The Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars. The report concludes that Brazil has made progress regarding its drug innovation policy and is capable of competing in medical innovation.
A full overview of the report by O Estado de…
Orange County Detox Pat Moore Foundation, When Being Different is Good
Orange County, CA, July 16, 2009 – The Pat Moore Foundation, located in Costa Mesa, California, has been treating people with substance abuse and addiction issues for more than twenty years. Through their experience and research they’ve discovered a unique type of treatment center and alcohol and drug programs that are successful.
Stepping onto the campus of this Orange County detox one can clearly see that the Pat Moore Foundation…
Flight simulator to boost hospital theatre staff skills
Specialist healthcare quality, innovation and productivity improvement enabler, Amnis, is offering visitors to its stand at the Association for Perioperative Practice (AfPP) event, in Harrogate in October, the chance to try their skills at flying and landing an aircraft, via a state-of-the-art flight simulator. The simulator is being staffed by serving BA pilots, in collaboration with Amnis’ partner, Terema, the human factor specialists.
Amnis’ managing director, Mark Eaton, explained: “Both operating…
CYSTIC FIBROSIS - LIPOSOMAL TOBRAMYCIN RECEIVES SECOND ORPHAN DRUG DESIGNATION W …
PRE-CLINICAL DATA INDICATE UNIQUE MICROBIOLOGICAL PROFILE FOR ESTABLISHED ANTIBIOTIC
Zurich, 16 July 2009. An innovative treatment for infections of the respiratory tract in cystic fibrosis patients has received a second orphan drug designation in the US only weeks after a first designation was granted. The recent designation relates to Burkholderia cepacia pathogens that can cause lethal infections in cystic fibrosis patients. For Axentis Pharma AG of Zurich, Switzerland, both designations…
Responsive Respiratory Expands Pediatric Offering with the Introduction of Anima …
Responsive Respiratory adds new Pediatric Bi-Flow Mask to oxygen disposable offering.
The Pediatric Bi-Flow Mask is ideal for children unable to tolerate cannulas and features a comfortable fit and animated design to reduce apprehension. The Bi-Flow Mask is unique from typical oxygen masks and cannulas, as it fits gently under the patient’s nose, reducing the irritation frequently experienced when using a nasal cannula or full face oxygen mask.
“The animated design…
Ultra sonic examination of the hips of newborn babies
The patented procedure developed by Professor Dr. Reinhard Graf – sonography of the hips of newborn babies – is totally painless, free from any radiation burden and other influences dangerous to health – and it had been honoured by the Austrian health ministry.
The examination of the hips of newborn babies (latest weeks 4 – 6 after birth) belongs to the usual examination programme of every paediatrician.
Professor Dr. Reinhard Graf started…
Healthcare organisations urged: ‘Don’t give up on ‘Lean’’
Healthcare organisations – including hospitals – are giving up too soon on ‘Lean’ based improvement initiatives, according to specialist healthcare quality, innovation and productivity improvement enabler, Amnis.
Amnis’ managing director, Mark Eaton, explained: “A number of improvement initiatives underway in the healthcare sector are based on the concepts of ‘Lean’ and ‘Lean Sigma’ but, like many organisations in manufacturing where Lean has its origins, there is already evidence that some healthcare…
Datamonitor: Commercial Insight - Cytotoxic Therapies on reports-research.com
Despite the advent of molecular targeted therapies, cytotoxic chemotherapy remains the cornerstone of cancer treatment and is used across nearly the entire spectrum of tumor types. A number of cytotoxic drugs are on the market, however only a few currently dominate in terms of revenues, with Taxotere (docetaxel; Sanofi-Aventis), Eloxatin (oxaliplatin; Sanofi-Aventis) and Gemzar (gemcitabine; Eli Lilly) the three leading cytotoxics in terms of sales in 2008, with 7MM annual…
Skull Base Moves Forward With New Editor-in-Chief
New York/Stuttgart, July 2009 – Thieme Publishers is pleased to announce the appointment of Dennis H. Kraus, MD, FACS, to the position of Editor-in-Chief of Skull Base, a multidisciplinary journal publishing original articles containing clinical and experimental information for practicing skull base surgeons.
Dr. Kraus is the Director of Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center's Speech, Hearing, and Rehabilitation Center and currently serves on the Executive Council of the North American Skull…
Six Month Clinical Outcomes of SMT’s Supralimus-Sirolimus Eluting Stent with a B …
BARCELONA, Spain, May 20, 2009 - Six months outcome of Sahajanand Medical Technologies Supralimus-Sirolimus Eluting stent with Bioabsorbable Polymer was presented at EuroPCR 2009. This analysis was performed as a part of the prospective of E-Series Multicenter Registry. The dataset demonstrates excellent results in high risk patients with complex coronary lesions, including high procedural success rate (> 97%), and sustained safety.
Presented by Dr. Ricardo A. Costa, of Cardiovascular Research Center,…
EKU Elektronik presents TRIGOdis at Euroanaesthesia 2009
At this year’s European Anaesthesia Congress Euroanaesthesia, which took place in Milan, Italy from 6 to 9 June 2009, EKU Elektronik presented its new anaesthesia unit TRIGOdis to an international audience for the first time ever. The TRIGOdis, a variation of the induction unit TRIGO, is the latest product in the compact class of EKU anaesthesia units. With a bigger and movable 12" touchscreen the TRIGOdis enables best readability from…
