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February 02, 2016 FDA is working with drug makers in a new way to help the industry adopt scientifically sound, novel technologies to produce quality medicines that are consistently safe and effective—with an eye toward avoiding drug shortages, says Michael Kopcha,... by admin | Feb 2, 2016 | Archive
February 02, 2016 The Obama administration announced on Monday that it hopes to spend $1 billion to fund a cancer “moonshot” in search of a cure. The stated goal of the initiative is to spur a decade’s worth of advances in cancer research in 5 years. The... by admin | Feb 2, 2016 | Archive
February 02, 2016 The results of a cost analysis show that, while more expensive to implement, an innovative approach for treating early schizophrenia produces improved outcomes that justify the financial premium. Sanctioned by federal authorities, the protocol is... by admin | Feb 2, 2016 | Archive
February 02, 2016 The World Health Organization (WHO) said Monday that the Zika virus and its suspected link to birth defects constitute a global public health emergency. “The evidence is growing and it’s getting strong,” said WHO Director-General... by admin | Feb 2, 2016 | Archive
February 02, 2016 A new study finds that mobile phone text messaging can significantly increase the likelihood that a middle-aged patient with chronic disease will follow his or her medication regimen. The meta-analysis included 16 studies, including 5 that used... by admin | Feb 2, 2016 | Archive
February 02, 2016 With influenza activity increasing nationwide, CDC said Monday that physicians should quickly treat suspected cases in high-risk patients. The agency said it has received reports of severe respiratory illness among young to middle-aged adults with...