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Cancer update 2009
In its new Cancer Facts & Figures 2009, the American Cancer Society says that an estimated 650,000 deaths have been avoided over the last 15 years because of a decline in overall cancer rates.The 2009 report says that cancer death...
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Genetic variation of genes for xenobiotic-metabolizing enzymes and risk of bronchial asthma: the importance of
The aim of our pilot study was to evaluate the contribution of genes for xenobiotic-metabolizing enzymes (XMEs) for the development of bronchial asthma.We have genotyped 25 polymorphic variants of 18 key XME genes in 429...
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Respiratory Syncytial Virus Bronchiolitis and Asthma - Insights from Recent Studies and Implications for Thera
(Click the title below to leave the MDLinx Network and go to the Journal's Website) Inflammation & Allergy - Drug Targets, 07/02/09 Print Save in My Library Free Abstract Mailaparambil B et al.- This review summarizes current...
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Breastfeeding link to reduced asthma risk not influenced by parental allergies
MedWire News: Children who are breastfed for at least 16 weeks are significantly less likely to develop asthma than those who are not breastfed, research confirms.Furthermore, the reduced risk for asthma associated with...
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Understanding nasal cell rhinovirus resistance may lead to new asthma therapy
MedWire News: Nasal epithelial cells are more resistant to rhinovirus infection than bronchial epithelial cells, say researchers who also report that susceptibility to infection is similar in nasal epithelial cells from those with and...
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Breakdown in epithelial barrier function in patients with asthma: Identification of novel therapeutic approach
(Click the title below to leave the MDLinx Network and go to the Journal's Website) Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, 06/29/09 Print Save in My Library Free Abstract Swindle EJ et al.- The bronchial epithelium is pivotally...
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Comparison of the Pharmacodynamics of Biapenem in Bronchial Epithelial Lining Fluid in Healthy Volunteers Give
Today in Pulm/Thoracic Infections...Comparison of the Pharmacodynamics of Biapenem in Bronchial Epithelial Lining Fluid in Healthy Volunteers Give.
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Montelukast reduces eosinophil and mast cell numbers in asthma
MedWire News: Treatment with a potent leukotriene receptor antagonist (LTRA) in mild asthmatic patients reduces the number of eosinophils and mast cells, research shows.The results suggest that the cysteinyl LTRA montelukast might reduce...
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Johnstown day center keeps seniors active, engaged socially
Marge Hagerich has trouble breathing.A bronchial condition keeps her attached to an oxygen machine. Heart problems required the insertion of three stents. She takes several medications daily. Hagerich, 77, of Richland in...
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Stem cell factor indicative of asthma severity
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - In asthmatics, peripheral blood levels of stem cell factor (SCF), a pleiotropic cytokine, and its soluble receptor c-kit, are related to disease severity, Polish researchers report in a June 1st paper in BMC...
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Montelukast and bronchial inflammation in asthma: A randomised, double-blind placebo-controlled trial
Today in Asthma/Atopy...Montelukast and bronchial inflammation in asthma: A randomised, double-blind placebo-controlled trial.
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Avigen Considers $3M Acquisition by MediciNova in Favor of $20.5M BVF Takeover
Avigenis contemplating an acquisition deal that would see its takeover by MediciNova just months after it seemed liquidation was on the cards if a previous $20.5 million buyout proposal by Biotechnology Value Fund (BVF) failed.After...
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Comparison of the Pharmacodynamics of Biapenem in Bronchial Epithelial Lining Fluid in Healthy Volunteers Give
The time above the MIC (T>MIC) is the pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic (PK/PD) parameter that correlates with the therapeutic efficacy of beta-lactam antibiotics.A prolonged infusion can provide plasma drug concentrations that remain...
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IL17A genetic polymorphisms associated with pediatric asthma
MedWire News: A polymorphism in the gene that encodes a key cytokine known to induce inflammatory processes is associated with pediatric bronchial asthma, research shows.From the results in this study, it may be suggested that...
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Mannitol methacholine challenge must be performed in correct order
MedWire News: Bronchial challenge with mannitol and methacholine can be performed on the same day but mannitol must be used first, report researchers who showed that methacholine modulates the mannitol response.Outlining the...
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CCR4 blockade potent, feasible for suppressing allergic inflammation
MedWire News: Blocking the chemokine receptor CCR4 is a promising new approach to the treatment of allergic asthma, preclinical data suggest.CCR4 is expressed by human T-helper (Th)2-type lymphocytes, which in turn orchestrate the...
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Watson Files FDA Application for Generic Mucinex(R) D
Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(NYSE:WPI), a leading specialty pharmaceutical company, confirmed that its subsidiary, Watson Laboratories, Inc. - Florida, has filed an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) with the U.S. Food and Drug...
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Chemicals in Marijuana Smoke May Harm DNA
FRIDAY, June 19 (HealthDay News) -- The smoke from cannabis, the plant from which marijuana is derived, contains compounds that can damage DNA and increase the risk of cancer just like tobacco smoke, says a new study from the United Kingdom....
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Chile reports sixth A/H1N1 flu death
SANTIAGO, June 22 (Xinhua) -- Chilean health authorities on Monday reported the nation's sixth A/H1N1 flu death on the weekend in Rancagua, a city 80 km south of the capital Santiago.Sandra Ceron, 45 years old, was the first woman to die...
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Qualitative Analysis of High Resolution Computed Tomography Scans in Severe Asthma
Sumit Gupta , MBBS, Salman Siddiqui , MBChB, Pranab Haldar , MBChB, J.Vimal Raj , MBBS, James J. Entwisle , MBBS, Andrew J. Wardlaw , PhD, Peter Bradding , DM, Ian D. Pavord , DM, Ruth H. Green , MD and Christopher E. Brightling...
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The Response to Bronchodilators in Adults is not Predictive of Bronchial-hyperreactivity
Today in Asthma/Atopy...The Response to Bronchodilators in Adults is not Predictive of Bronchial-hyperreactivity.
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bitop AG and Activaero collaborate on clinical study of inhalable Ectoin-solution
- bitop AG and Activaero GmbH announced the start of a clinical study on bitop AGs medical device Ectoin inhalation solution using Activaeros controlled breathing technology, the AKITA inhalation system.Ectoin inhalation solution is based...
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Chemicals in Marijuana Smoke May Harm DNA
FRIDAY, June 19 (HealthDay News) -- The smoke from cannabis, the plant from which marijuana is derived, contains compounds that can damage DNA and increase the risk of cancer just like tobacco smoke, says a new study from the United Kingdom....
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Lung cancer: The emotional connection
Lung cancer: when unresolved emotions and diagnosis shorten your life 'Surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy' are the three treatment options a person hears soon after they're told they have lung cancer.Lung cancer is the third most...
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bitop AG and Activaero collaborate on clinical study of inhalable Ectoin-solution
- bitop AG and Activaero GmbH today announced the start of a clinical study on bitop AG's medical device Ectoin inhalation solution using Activaero's leading controlled breathing technology, the AKITA inhalation system.Ectoin inhalation...
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