Press Releases by Category Health & Medicine
aycan with its PACS-Solutions at the ECR 2013 in Vienna
From 7th until 11th March 2013 the European Congress of Radiology is held again in Vienna. With its accompanying exhibition and visitors from over 100 countries, the ECR is the largest radiological meeting in Europe.
aycan will be on-site again with its exhibition stand to present products like the vendor neutral PACS archive aycan store, the CE-labeled and FDA 510(k) cleared diagnostic and post-processing workstation aycan OsiriX PRO, as well as…
China to be the Second Largest IVD Market by 2017
According to a new report by RNCOS, “In-Vitro Diagnostics Market Analysis to 2017”, in 2012, the US led the global IVD market with around 41% share. It was followed by Japan and Germany, which stood at the second and the third position, respectively. The emerging markets of China, India, Mexico and Brazil are however, growing much faster than the developed ones. They are likely to experience a double-digit growth rate…
Japanese Cancer mAbs Market to Post Double-Digit Growth by 2015
As per RNCOS’s new research report entitled, “Cancer Monoclonal Antibodies Market to 2015”, cancer represents a major concern area and cause for high direct healthcare expenditures. Amongst the various cancers, colorectal cancer consumes the largest share of resources. The Japanese mAbs market is still largely untapped and is characterized by a slow approval process and delayed marketing authorization. It is expected that in the future, authorities will take optimum…
Medical tourists are the best advocates for effective health solutions
Monte Carlo, Monaco: Current trends in the medical tourism industry indicate that the needs of international patients are challenging health service providers to come up with advanced solutions for quality healthcare outcomes. The basic question of a medical traveler is always ‘Who is the best doctor?’ This new approach – benchmarking for outcomes - will ensure medical tourism is more focused on patient-centered medicine.
The topic of benchmarking of…
GammaTech Healthcare Computing Solutions On Display at HIMSS13
GammaTech to Show Customizable Tablets and PCs for the Medical Industry
FREMONT, CA – Feb. 25, 2013 - GammaTech Computer Corp., a major international manufacturer and supplier of innovative notebook and tablet computers, will demonstrate its latest tablet and PC options for the medical industry at the HIMSS13 Annual Conference & Exhibition in New Orleans. GammaTech will display its healthcare computing solutions at booth #7816 in the Ernest N. Morial Convention…
New Webinar: "Realizing Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Security by 3rd Party GMP an …
SGS invites you to register for the complimentary webinar "Realizing Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Security by 3rd party GMP and GDP Audits" on February 26, 2013.
As a result of recent changes in regulations and directives, more action by manufacturers of medicinal products is required to control their international partners for manufacturing, storage, and shipment. The objective of this webinar (45-minute presentation/15-minute Q&A) is to present the key role of third party…
Bridging the gap – Healthcare and IT
One of the objectives of the Healthcare IT India Summit is to bring in the industry experts and regulators to converse and present the scope for the Healthcare Informatics. The summit will be held on 23th & 24th April, 2013, in Hyderabad and will focus on integrating Healthcare with Information Technology to make way for the future of Healthcare management system.
Healthcare has come a long way from being perceived as…
RNAi Therapeutics: The Next-Gen Arsenal against Virus
As per the new research report by RNCOS, “Global RNAi Market Analysis”, RNAi drugs are finding increasing research focus for the treatment of viral infections. Few RNAi drugs in pipeline hold immense potential. For instance, in February 2012, Tekmira Pharmaceuticals initiated the TKM-Ebola Phase 1 clinical trial, which is a placebo-controlled, single-blind, single-ascending dose study with additional multiple-ascending dose cohorts of its RNAi drug “TKM-Ebola” in healthy human volunteers.
TKM-Ebola is…
Patent Expiry of Key Insulin Brands to Fuel Growth of Biosimilar Insulin
According to a new research report by RNCOS entitled, “Global Biosimilars Market Forecast to 2015”, biosimilar insulins have a very promising market in the future as the rising incidences of diabetes would require more affordable biosimilar insulins. Both the US and Europe are expected to show a promising growth, but especially significant growth will be exhibited in the developing countries, such as China and India which have the highest diabetes…
Food Contact Materials - Legislation and Recent Incidents in China
To protect consumers, all retailers and manufacturers of food and food contact products must ensure that contaminants are not transferred from containers, packaging or products otherwise in direct contact with foodstuffs, in quantities exceeding national and/or international regulations.
Latest Contamination Case in Chinese Beverages
In recent news, China’s national quality watchdog and Hunan’s provincial Bureau for Technical Supervision (BTS) announced that drinks from one of the country’s biggest wine producers contained plasticizer…
Develop the right strategy following the advancement of pre-filled syringe syste …
The boom in biotechnology was undoubtedly a fundamental driver for pre-filled syringes. It decreases the chances of dosage errors, improving sterility, assuring patient compliance and removes cross-infection from re-usage of needles. It is no surprise that pre-filled syringes has become the leading platform for driving innovation and adding market value to the biopharmaceutical industry. These have been key factors in driving growth in the drug delivery and packaging industries with…
Munich Innovation Group Announces Availability of Medical Ultrasound Imaging Pat …
Munich, Germany (February 21, 2013) – Munich Innovation announces the availability of a medical ultrasound imaging portfolio.
It consists of 17 patent families (including 10 granted US patents) broadly covers many aspects of medical ultrasound imaging technology, such as 3D/4D image reconstruction, image processing, transesophageal echocardiogram and ultrasound simulation.
“Medical ultrasound is an established technology with many applications in the medical field and even has the potential for many innovative upcoming…
Telelaparoscopy in US – The Next Thing in Healthcare Robotics
Robotics has made its way majorly into almost every field and healthcare has also identified it as a means to achieving the next-generation healthcare. In its latest report, RNCOS has revealed that telelaparoscopy in the US has the potential to become the next great idea in healthcare robotics serving to fill several unmet demands. The US faces a shortage in skilled physicians and surgeons and also has an unequal distribution…
Ottobock reveals strong ties to Asia
ISPO world congress: research project received award for best presentation
Ottobock presented itself at this year's ISPO world congress in Hyderabad (India). Under the motto "Your Partner in Education", a total of 65 employees from Germany and Asia put up the booth, which, at almost 300 square metres, was one of the biggest of the industrial exhibition and demonstrated almost the entire current product portfolio. Highlights were the presentations of the…
Specialist of Test and Measurement goes medical
Nürnberg, February 19th 2013 : GOSSEN METRAWATT, one of the leading global supplier of test and measurement systems is has launched SECULIFE, a product range developed for the use in medical enviroments and applications.
SECULIFE is divided into the area of security testsystems and functional testsystems. They allow accurate measurements according to the international mandatory standards for medical devices and the necessary documentation. Depending on the device and measuring task…
National Partnership Between NEDA & SMH Brings Free Online Eating Disorder Scree …
The National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) has partnered with Screening for Mental Health, Inc. (SMH) to launch MyBodyScreening.org, a website where people can take a free, anonymous self-assessment to gauge their risk of an eating disorder.
The anonymous SMH online screening takes only a few minutes and consists of a series of questions developed by treatment professionals in the eating disorders field, which are designed to indicate whether clinical help…
In-Vitro Diagnostics Market Analysis to 2017
RNCOS has recently added a new Market Research Report titled, “In-Vitro Diagnostics Market Analysis to 2017” to its report gallery. The global in-vitro diagnostics (IVD) market is going through a very exciting phase, offering immense opportunities for players involved in the business. The market, which on one hand, is struggling to maintain a foothold in the unstable economy of Europe is growing astoundingly at a high double-digit growth rate in…
Dynamic Growth of the Ottobock Group
Best year for sales and earnings in the history of the company
With a sales increase of 15.2 % to EUR 794.4 million, EBITDA growth of 12.8 % to EUR 128.3 million and total operating performance of EUR 869.6 million, the family company and global market leader in orthopaedics technology based in Duderstadt, Lower Saxony is growing fast. Not only Otto Bock HealthCare but also the Foam and Sycor divisions contributed…
IOSH 2013: A new dimension in Respirator Integrity Testing allows for the Detect …
The MITA 8120, an accessory for the PortaCount Respirator Fit Tester is designed to test the integrity of full-face respirators, SCBA’s, APR´s and CBRN masks.
London / Shoreview/Minnesota, February 14th, 2013 – Any user of a respirator requires the highest level of protection. For mask service centres, manufacturers, or such organizations as military, rescue squads in production facilities, or workers in dangerous environments, it is essential to test the devices for…
Free Social Security Disability Screenings in Raleigh March 2
Allsup provides consumer information at the Lupus Foundation of America’s national tour event at Raleigh Marriott City Center, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Allsup, a nationwide provider of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) representation and Medicare plan selection services, is pleased to support the Lupus Foundation of America’s “Help Us Solve the Cruel Mystery™” tour, which will be in Raleigh Saturday, March 2, 2013.
“Lupus is one of the cruelest,…
The Myers Group Names Mark Belongie as Vice President of Sales and Marketing
ATLANTA, GA – The Myers Group, a leader in healthcare survey research and call center support services, is pleased to announce the addition of Mark Belongie to its executive leadership team as Vice President of Sales and Marketing.
Mr. Belongie comes to The Myers Group with over 25 years of healthcare experience. He has held prior sales and leadership roles with national health plans and a healthcare contact…
SFL’s Managing Director Invited to Speak at MEDTEC Europe Event in Stuttgart, Ge …
SFL is pleased to announce that Shayesteh Fürst-Ladani, SFL’s Managing Director, has been invited to give a presentation on the classification and regulation of drug/device combinations at the MEDTEC Europe event to be held in Stuttgart, Germany from 26 to 28 February 2013. Attracting 14,000 attendees annually and featuring key experts from industry, MEDTEC Europe has developed into a leading event for the medical technology sector.
During the session on Wednesday…
Immuno Biotech presents GcMAF Research Papers on fighting Cancer and Autism trea …
GcMAF helps fight Autism and Cancer by rebuilding body's immune system.
Guernsey, UK (February 8, 2013) -- On February 1, 2013, in simultaneous presentations at the Immunology Conference in San Diego, California and at the International Cancer Conference at the University of Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates, Guernsey-based company, Immuno Biotech Ltd. presented its latest research paper on GcMAF. The presentation was entitled "Multifaceted immunotherapeutic effects of GcMAF on human…
US Telelaparoscopy - Creating New Avenues for Telemedicine Vendors
The Telemedicine Industry in the US is comprised of a number of segments that have revolutionized healthcare administration in the country and globally. The global telemedicine market is anticipated to grow at a robust CAGR of around 14% during 2012-2016. Amongst the several contributing geographies, US accounts for a predominant 50% share and has offered a significant platform for innovative developments. Our report has identified telegastroenterology, teleoncology, and telesurgery as…
Understanding Arsenic in Food Products
Arsenic is a naturally occurring compound. Colorless, odorless and tasteless, arsenic is commonly found in food and its raw ingredients. However, scientific literature indicates that its consumption, in high quantities, can be linked to skin lesions, cancer and diabetes.
Arsenic exists naturally in our environment and can be found in the air we breathe, the water we drink and the ground we walk on. But today the amount of arsenic from…
VAXIMM reports positive topline data from first oral cancer vaccine trial
- Study meets endpoints and demonstrates safety and tolerability of VXM01 -
Basel (Switzerland), Mannheim (Germany), February 7th, 2013 – VAXIMM AG, a Swiss-German biotech company focusing on oral cancer vaccines, announced today topline data from the first clinical trial of its investigational oral cancer vaccine VXM01. The randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind Phase I/II dose escalation study met all key endpoints and demonstrated safety and tolerability.
The study code-named VXM01-01-DE enrolled 45 patients…
Getting the Best Liberation Treatment in India
Liberation treatment that is used to help patients who suffer from multiple sclerosis. It is a groundbreaking method that has given new hope to people with the disease all over the world. The procedure was developed by Dr. Paolo Zamboni. He developed it while he was trying to come up with causes for multiple sclerosis which his wife was suffereing from. The treatment is also known as the ZAMBONI procedure…
The Benefits of Spinal Fusion Surgery India
Over the last few years, India has emerged as one of the top ranking destinations for medical tourism. Millions have come to the country in search of top medical care and they have never been disappointed. India is home to some of the best hospitals in the continent. In major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Pune, Chennai, Hyderabad, etc. you will find top quality medical care for all types of…
Announcing the Grand Opening of Marsi's Massage
Marsi's Massage, owned and operated by Marsi Smith, has announced her grand opening in Maui, Hawaii on February 1, 2013. During her grand opening, she is offering a special saving of 20% off any massage, gift card or package.
Smith began massage therapy after moving out of mid – level management in corporate America. During this time, she noticed that there was the need to offer healing…
Free Medical & HIV/Aids Awareness Camp in Delhi by MIW Foundation with Supreme I …
MIW foundation with support of Supreme Infrastructure India Ltd. has organized a “Free Medical & Aids Awareness Camp” held at DUSIB Project site, JJ Colony, Rajiv Nagar, New Delhi 110042 were in doctors from government and non-government organisations from New Delhi participated in the Camp.
The Camp was organised to provide Medical Relief which included free general medical consultation, ENT consultation, free eye check-ups, dental clinic, distribution of free medicines etc.…
Home Improvement Giants in the UK to Pull Out Bee-Harming Products
Two major British home improvement retailers pledge to pull off gardening products after European Food Safety Authority identified chemicals from them. Continue reading for more pertinent details.
Two of the UK's major home improvement companies, B&Q and Wickes, pledged to stop the sale of gardening products that contain nicotine-based insecticide after researchers linked it to the dramatic decline of bee population.
The announcement came with B&Q promising to pull out one of…
SMi announces the 16th annual Generics and Patent Strategies London
SMi is pleased to announce the 16th annual Generics and Patent Strategies conference taking place in London from 13-14 May 2013. The conference will see world-renowned experts present the hottest topics and key challenges faced within the Generics industry today in combination with panel discussions, that will provide the latest updates on increasing profitability in a highly competitive market, how to overcome some of the IP issues faced when challenging…
Chinese Regenerative Medicine Market to Witness Strong Growth
As per a new research report by RNCOS, “Global Regenerative Medicine Market”, China is becoming an important player in the regenerative medicine market landscape, including stem cell research, and tissue engineering. China has been investing heavily into application-orientated research and clinical trials in this field, and has several companies and hospitals offering therapeutic services.
China’s gross domestic expenditure on R&D activities in science and technology has grown tremendously in recent years…
Jenoptik Reports Growing Demand for Gallium Phosphide Microoptics
At SPIE BiOS 2013, Jenoptik is presenting high-index gallium phosphide microoptics for near to mid-wavelength infrared applications.
Microlenses, microlens arrays, and diffractive optics are used in medical applications for homogenization of laser beams for laser eye surgery and aesthetic skin treatment, for creating multi-spot arrays for ophthalmic diagnostics, for collimating and shaping laser beams for surgical applications, and for imaging applications such as optical coherence tomography and scanning confocal microscopy.
Recent advances…
IAPAM Announces Date For NEXT Physician HCG Training: March 22, 2013
The report, ”How Obesity Threatens America's Future 2012,” states that, “if obesity rates continue on their current trajectories, by 2030, ..... 39 states could have rates above 50 percent, and all 50 states could have rates above 44 percent.”To meet this consumer demand, the IAPAM is helping physicians enter this lucrative market, by offering their physician-led hCG Training in Scottsdale, Arizona on March 22, 2013.
Las Vegas, Nevada, USA., February 01,…
Grand Opening For Club Reduce Florida Set For Early February In Tarpon Springs
Tarpon Springs, FL, January 31, 2013 – Thursday, February 7, 2013 at 5:30 p.m. will mark the grand opening of the new Club Reduce Florida holistic weight loss center and spa. The highly anticipated center, located at 1200 S. Pinellas Avenue, will also host a ribbon cutting ceremony with local dignitaries attending including, Tarpon Springs Mayor David O. Archie, Palm Harbor Chamber Honorary Mayor Arlene Tracht and Chamber of Commerce…
Premier Health Event Brings Together Industry Leaders For A Health-e-Nation
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA (January 31, 2013) – The 2013 Health-e-Nation Leadership Summit is gearing up to make a big impact on the health care industry this year. Now in its 11th year, this high-profile event is renowned for bringing together distinguished thought leaders from healthcare, government and IT in an atmosphere that fosters discussion and collaboration. This year’s event will be held from 19-21 March at the RACV City Club, 501…
IAPAM Announces the Newest Date for its Respected Physician hCG Training: March …
Las Vegas, Nevada, USA - January 31, 2013 -- The report, "How Obesity Threatens America's Future 2012," states that, "if obesity rates continue on their current trajectories, by 2030, 13 states could have adult obesity rates above 60 percent, 39 states could have rates above 50 percent, and all 50 states could have rates above 44 percent." To meet this consumer demand, the IAPAM is helping physicians enter this lucrative…
Why Demand for Spine Surgery India is growing?
Since the nineties, urban India turned from an agrarian economy to a digital economy. Many global business behemoths have some or the other centre in India, whether it is manufacturing, sales, or after sales service. Because of this, an entire generation – and beyond – are becoming cubicle public. While this has only spelled progress and better living standards for Indians, the cubicle culture has its share of disadvantages, one…
Consolidation Activities Picking up Pace in the Clinical Laboratory Testing Mark …
According to a new research report by RNCOS, “US Clinical Laboratory Testing Market Assessment”, the US clinical laboratory testing market has witnessed actively growing consolidation activities in recent times, that boost market growth considerably. Over the last three years, companies, such as Quest, LabCorp, Sonic, and Solstas Lab Partners have in particular accounted majority of the deals in the market. The sector has also attracted private equity investors that have…
US Telelaparoscopy Opportunity Analysis - RNCOS Reveals Hidden Avenues
Telemedicine has long been spoken and speculated about as the next big tradition in medicine and healthcare. With sophisticated hardware, network, and software capabilities; the global telemedicine niche has come a long way and evolved into a full-fledged industry. At this critical juncture, RNCOS has analyzed this immensely beneficial area to answer one most fundamental question – What next?
Our report has identified three most promising areas for telemedicine players, namely…
Need for Fairfield County Macular Degeneration Awareness as Population Ages
“At Doctor & Associates I feel that we have an obligation to educate patients about their risk factors for macular degeneration as well as the symptoms of macular degeneration so as to encourage regular eye exams-especially for patients over 50,” commented Fairfield County Connecticut Ophthalmologist Leslie Doctor, M.D. “As the population in our community ages we want to do all we can to help patients get access to early detection,…
Award-winning speakers are meeting at the Global Pharma Manufacturing Summit 201 …
Event dates and location:
8th Annual Global Pharma Manufacturing Summit 2013
June 27th-28th 2013
The Westin Copley Place, Boston, US
www.gpmsummit.com
Now in its eighth year, the Global Pharma Manufacturing Summit presents premier networking opportunities for pharma manufacturing industry leaders to discuss and share their expertise.
Over 150 senior executives and decision-makers will spend two days in June to discuss best practices about quality management, manufacturing excellence, outsourcing and contract manufacturing.
Manufacturers are facing increasing…
Next-Generation Vaccine Delivery – RNCOS Insight
Vaccine Development and delivery systems are being challenged towards new innovations and it is expected that the global vaccine industry in near times will witness a dynamic shift from a simple syringe and a vial to tech-savvy gadgets and miniaturized delivery systems. RNCOS releases its FREE January 2013 Whitepaper “RNCOS Insights” on Next-Generation Vaccine Delivery to outline what’s happening on the vaccine delivery front.
The traditional vaccine delivery methods are being…
New Phase 2 Asthma Clinical Trial Now Enrolling at Achieve Clinical Research in …
**Achieve Clinical Research is now enrolling for Asthma Clinical Trials in Alabama. To get started, visit Achieve Clinical Research or call us directly at (205) 380-6434.
BACKGROUND & RATIONALE
Asthma is a chronic disease characterized by airway inflammation, airway hyperresponsiveness, and episodic bronchoconstriction. It is estimated that approximately 300 million people worldwide are affected by asthma; this number is expected to increase by an additional 100 million by 2025. Because both neutrophils…
Good night: These Foods Will Help You Catch Some Sleep
Munich (01/28/2013). By looking at what you eat, you can find out how well you sleep. Various foods contain ingredients with positive effects on sleep. Certain amino acids and hormones only found in select foods can be especially helpful.
Salmon
Salmon contains unsaturated docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), a fatty acid in the omega-3 family. This acid can help stimulate melatonin production within the human body. That's good news, since melatonin regulates the human…
Global Emergency Resources’ HC Standard® Powers Interoperability at Presidential …
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The 2013 Presidential Inauguration brought landmark changes in emergency management and spectator safety. For the first time, inaugural personnel used a powerful situational awareness software suite to track medical emergencies; reunite lost family members; and provide real time information to event organizers. Emergency personnel from The District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia, and the United States military integrated emergency data using HC Standard® –…
Vendor Credentialing Services Canada changes name to Vendorlink.ca
Vendor Credentialing Services Canada Inc.(VCS), announced that it has completed a transaction in which the US based minority shareholder has sold its interest in the company. As a result, the company is now a wholly Canadian owned corporation. As part of the transaction the company has changed its name to Vendorlink.ca Ltd. (Vendorlink)
This re-branding more accurately reflects the Company's vision and expanding product offerings. Vendorlink will remain focused on…
Building on its success in France, AEDMAP is now deploying its AED management so …
Paris, January 24th 2013. AED installation answers a public health need. AEDMAP, defibrillators management and geolocation solution launched in France by Dr Paul Dardel, prepares to conquer European and Middle East markets. A new axis of development and growth for AEDMAP that primarily targets companies and public authorities.
“Installing defibrillators is not enough. It is vital to map them, maintain them regularly, facilitate and promote their use and train the public…
Careers in White medical job fair now in Latvia, Letonia and Estonia
Medicov LDT announces the calendar for the 8th edition of the event, which will take place in 12 European countries.
Careers in White will celebrate its 8th anniverary this spring, by adding new locations in the event portofolio. The medical careers event will take place starting with March 2nd in Croatia and will end the spring edition with Estonia on May 27th.
The event is known to the health care workers…
