Nursing is a profession focused on advocacy in the care of individuals, families, and communities in attaining, maintaining, and recovering optimal health and functioning. Modern definitions of nursing describe it as a science and an art that focuses on promoting quality of life as defined by populations, communities, families, and individuals, throughout their life experiences [...]

A major issue in the development of regenerative medicine is the cell sources used to rebuild damaged tissues. In a review of the issue published in Developmental Dynamics, researchers state that inducing regeneration in humans from the body’s own tissues by chemical means is feasible, though many questions must be answered before the process can [...]

Proactive measures can reduce hip fracture rates by an average of 37.2 percent — and as much as 50 percent — among those at risk, according to a study conducted by Kaiser Permanente Southern California. The study was published online on November 3 by The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery, a peer-reviewed journal.
The largest [...]

Medgenics (AIM:MEDG), is pleased to announce encouraging preliminary data for its Phase I/II clinical trial.
The landmark Phase I/II clinical trial of Medgenics’ EPODURE Biopump, for providing sustained treatment of anemia in subjects with chronic kidney disease, is underway. The current trial is designed to assess the safety and efficacy of the EPODURE Biopump in providing [...]

A study conducted by Kaiser Permanente Southern California has shown that proactive measures can reduce hip fracture rates by an average of 37.2 percent — and as much as 50 percent — among those at risk. The study was published online on November 3 by The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery, a peer-reviewed journal.
The [...]

“We created the COO position to build our strategic capabilities at a senior level,” said John Hinson, Cardiac Science President and CEO. “Dave impressed us with his strategic insight and global perspective as well as his broad operations and sales management experience. We are delighted to welcome him to Cardiac Science.”
In this new role, Mr. [...]

A Clarkson resident is one step closer to making her dream come true.
On Oct. 27, Heather Nesbeth received the 2008 Bayer Dream Fund, an annual Bayer Inc. award providing up to $5,000 to support the dream of a Canadian who is effectively managing their diabetes.
Nesbeth, who is one of about two million Canadians with diabetes, [...]

While the market for initial public offerings has shut down in all industries, with no deals in the United States in nearly three months, biotechnology companies desperate for capital will likely be waiting in line far longer than others when it does re-open.
Once an industry coveted by investors, biotech has not seen an IPO since [...]

After reviewing the evidence, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) concluded that primary care providers can increase breastfeeding rates and duration by encouraging and supporting breastfeeding. The USPSTF recommends primary care interventions before, around, and after childbirth to advocate and support breastfeeding. The recommendation appears in the October 21, 2008, issue of Annals of [...]

On 15 August 2008 Novo Nordisk initiated its share repurchase programme in accordance with the provisions of the European Commission’s regulation no 2273/2003 of 22 December 2003, also referred to as the Safe Harbour rules.
Under the programme Novo Nordisk will repurchase B shares for an amount of up to DKK 1.7 billion in the period [...]