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Published on Nov 26, 2019

Why Novartis Is Buying The Medicines Company For $9.7 Billion

Vasant Narasimhan, MD, MPP, CEO of Novartis, is betting on RNA interference by acquiring The ... [+] Medicines Company. (Photo by ERIC PIERMONT/AFP via Getty Images)AFP via Getty ImagesNovartis AG is paying $9.7 billion to buy The Medicines Company. …

Source: Forbes - Neutral
Published on Nov 13, 2019

Skin Infection Risk Linked to Lipitor, Zocor, Other Popular Cholesterol Drugs in New Study

Side effects of Lipitor, Zocor and other popular cholesterol drugs may increase the risk of skin infections, according to the findings of new research. In a study published last month in the British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology, Australian researchers …

Source: AboutLawsuits.com - Neutral
Published on Oct 28, 2019

FDA Watch List Adds Drugs With Anaphylaxis, Fetal Death Risk

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has updated its quarterly watch list with four dozen drugs and drug classes because it has received new safety information or identified possible signs of serious risk — including serious risks from conditions such …

Source: Medscape - Neutral
Published on Jul 8, 2019

Doctor’s Tip: Statins aren’t perfect but can save your life

High total and bad cholesterol (LDL) are both major risk factors for atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries/plaque). This disease can cause slowly enlarging partial blockages in coronary arteries, which can result in angina (chest pain with …

Source: Post Independent - Colorado - Neutral
Published on May 4, 2019

Bad info may be scaring patients away from heart-healthy statins

More than a quarter of people who could benefit from taking statins don't, and a new survey suggests that while not enough doctors are prescribing the cholesterol-lowering drugs, fears about side effects also play a part. "There is so much …

Source: News (South Africa) - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 30, 2019

The Healthy Geezer: Statins can do more than lower cholesterol

Today’s column is the second in a two-part series about statins. Statins, which are also known as HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, are drugs that lower cholesterol by blocking the liver substance responsible for making cholesterol. Statins may also help your …

Source: Times Herald Record - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 27, 2019

El jugo de toronja y algunos medicamentos son una mala combinación

English El jugo de toronja y la fruta misma pueden ser parte de una dieta saludable. La toronja o pomelo contiene vitamina C y potasio, que son nutrientes que necesita el organismo para funcionar adecuadamente. Pero no es bueno para usted cuando afecta la …

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Published on Apr 26, 2019

What is the best time to take statins and why?

Statins are cholesterol-lowering drugs. Some statins work best in the evening while others work just as well in the morning. The best time to take statins depends on the specific drug.Statins are a type of prescription medication that can lower a person…

Source: Medical News Today - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 24, 2019

The Healthy Geezer: To understand use of statins, first understand cholesterol

Q: I’ve heard statins referred to as wonder drugs that we should put in our drinking water. Do they deserve this reputation? A: Statins are worth two columns because so many seniors take them. This is the first installment. We’ll begin with background on …

Source: Times Herald Record - Uncategorized
Published on Mar 30, 2019

Fear, Misinformation Keeps People From Taking Statins

By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, March 27, 2019 (HealthDay News) -- More than a quarter of people who could benefit from taking statins don't, and a new survey suggests that while not enough doctors are prescribing the cholesterol- …

Source: WebMD - Neutral
Published on Mar 28, 2019

Bad Info May Steer Consumers Away From Statins

More than a quarter of people who could benefit from taking statins don't, and a new survey suggests that while not enough doctors are prescribing the cholesterol-lowering drugs, fears about side effects also play a part. "There is so much …

Source: Newsmax - Right-wing
Published on Mar 27, 2019

Bad Info May Be Scaring Patients Away From Heart-Healthy Statins

WEDNESDAY, March 27, 2019 -- More than a quarter of people who could benefit from taking statins don't, and a new survey suggests that while not enough doctors are prescribing the cholesterol-lowering drugs, fears about side effects also play a part. …

Source: Pharmaceutical News - Uncategorized
Published on Mar 21, 2019

Personal Health: When the Benefits of Statins Outweigh the Risks

In a 20-year study in Britain of men who had no coronary risk factors other than high LDL levels and no evidence of heart disease, 40 milligrams a day of pravastatin (Pravachol), a relatively weak statin, reduced coronary deaths by 28 percent. Also …

Source: The New York Times - Neutral
Published on Mar 21, 2019

When the Benefits of Statins Outweigh the Risks

In a 20-year study in Britain of men who had no coronary risk factors other than high LDL levels and no evidence of heart disease, 40 milligrams a day of pravastatin (Pravachol), a relatively weak statin, reduced coronary deaths by 28 percent. Also …

Source: The New York Times - Neutral
Published on Mar 8, 2019

Researchers Find Monthly Shots Do Just As Well At Controlling HIV As Daily Pills, But Cost May Be An Issue

The news could help patients who struggle to remember to take the daily pills, but cost remains a sticking point with the shots. In other public health news: Ebola, cigarette warnings, meat safety, the flu, second-hand smoke, and more. The Associated Press …

Source: KHN - Neutral
Published on Nov 12, 2018

With better drugs for high cholesterol, doctors become more ambitious with treatment goals

In a new strategy for preventing heart attacks and strokes, leading cardiologists are urging their fellow physicians to focus on reducing the LDL cholesterol of patients at greatest risk of suffering a cardiovascular crisis, and to use costly new drugs if …

Source: Orlando Sentinel - Florida - Neutral
Published on Sep 7, 2018

Tonix Pharmaceuticals Announces New Board Member, Oye Olukotun, M.D.

NEW YORK, Sept. 07, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tonix Pharmaceuticals Holding Corp. (Nasdaq: TNXP) (Tonix) today announced the appointment of Adeoye “Oye” Olukotun, M.D. to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. Dr. Olukotun assumes the seat held by …

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Published on May 5, 2018

Are These Disappointing Drugs Back on Track to Billions?

When a brand new class of cholesterol-lowering drugs called PCSK9 inhibitors won Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval in 2015, it was heralded as the biggest advance in battling heart disease since the invention of statins. The launch of PCSK9 …

Source: The Motley Fool - Neutral
Published on May 3, 2018

Muscle aches, not joint pain, a statin side effect

Dear Dr. Roach: I am a 69-year-old white male. I take one 20-mg pravastatin per day to manage my cholesterol. One of the side effects is joint pain. Are you aware of a substitute that does not have this joint pain side effect? H.L. Dear H.L.: Statins are …

Source: Detroit News Online - Uncategorized

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 18:43 GMT

SMi’s 2nd Annual Pharmaceutical Cleanroom Conference Presents must attend workshops

SMi Group reports: Pharmaceutical Cleanroom Conference must attend workshops released which will convene in London on 5th October 2021. LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The highly anticipated 2nd annual …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 15:00 GMT

Pharmacy Automation Market Size Worth $ 6820 Million By 2025 at 8.6% CAGR – Report by Market Research Future (MRFR)

New York, US, June 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pharmacy Automation Market Overview: According to a comprehensive research report by Market Research Future (MRFR), “Pharmacy Automation Market- Information by Product Type, End User, and Region - Forecast …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 05:49 GMT

Martin Baughman the ‘One off’ Pharmaceutical Injury Law Firm, IVC & TMV Litigation Update: Verdict

Martin Baughman has now taken 3 Bard IVC filter cases to a successful verdict.. the latest is a $3.3 million award in Wisconsin in Natalie v CR Bard Inc et al. SANTA BARBARA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “Martin …

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Published on June 17, 2021 - 20:43 GMT

Acclaimed Nutritional Pharmacist, Benjamin Knight Fuchs, R.Ph., On Fulvic Acid the Key to Ultimate Skin & Mental Health

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Here's something you probably haven't considered: fulvic acid. It may, however, give us the answer to bettering brain function, skin tone, and gastrointestinal health. …

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Published on June 17, 2021 - 16:30 GMT

Inhalation & Nasal Spray Generic Drugs Market at CAGR of 8.29% by 2031: Visiongain Research Inc.

Visiongain has published a new report on Inhalation & Nasal Spray Generic Drugs Market Report 2021-2031. Profiles of Inhalation & Nasal Spray Generic Drugs and Forecasts By Drug Class (Bronchodilators, Combination Drugs, Corticosteroids, …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy
Published on June 17, 2021 - 20:38 GMT

State Auditor McGuiness Estimates State Overpaid Its Pharmacy Benefit Manager by $24.5 Million over Three Years

DOVER, Del. – $24.5 million taxpayer dollars. That’s how much Delaware appears to have overpaid its pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) for state employees’ prescription drugs over a three-year period, State Auditor Kathy McGuiness said today. “For fiscal years …

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Published on June 16, 2021 - 12:09 GMT

Generic Oncology Drugs Market Growth Sturdy at 6.3% CAGR to Outstrip $36,029.60 Million by 2027 - COVID-19 Impact and ...

Pune, India., June 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Generic Oncology Drugs Market: Key Insights According to our new research study on “Generic Oncology Drugs Market to 2027 – Global Analysis and Forecast – by Molecular Type, and Indication” the Generic …

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Published on June 16, 2021 - 18:05 GMT

Bills to Save Coloradans Money on Health Care, Rx Drugs Signed into Law

DENVER, CO – Governor Jared Polis today signed legislation into law that will reduce the cost of health care and prescription drugs in Colorado. The Colorado Option will save consumers on the individual and small group markets 15 percent on their health …

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Published on June 20, 2021 - 09:17 GMT

Ebola outbreak in Guinea declared over

The Ebola outbreak that emerged in Guinea in mid-February was declared over today. It was the first time the disease resurfaced in the country since the deadly outbreak in West Africa that ended in 2016. Guinean health authorities declared the outbreak on …

Distribution channels: Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry, Human Rights ...
Published on June 19, 2021 - 14:09 GMT

NeuroCoach Rachel Kozy’s Book “You’re Welcome” a Must-Read for Mental Health in the Wake of COVID

You’re Welcome capitalizes on Rachel’s own mental breakdown to help improve every aspect of her readers’ wellbeing. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NeuroCoach, Rachel Kozy, MPH, MBA, is calling out to …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 17:26 GMT

Coronavirus: African Union Member States reporting COVID-19 cases as of 19 June 2021, 9 am EAT

African Union Member States (55) reporting COVID-19 cases (5,160,473), deaths (136,810) and recoveries (4,590,617) by region: Central (186,334 cases; 2,931 deaths; 167,582 recoveries): Burundi (5,121; 8; 4,198), Cameroon (80,090; 1,310; 77,305), CAR (11, …

Distribution channels: Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry, World & Regional
Published on June 19, 2021 - 17:26 GMT

WHO Demonstrates Commitment in supporting COVID-19 Response and Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) Preparedness in Liberia

he World Health Organization (WHO) on 16th June 2021 delivered a huge consignment of Infection Prevention Control (IPC) supplies and laboratory diagnostic kits to the Ministry of Health in Monrovia to strengthen the response to COVID-19 and improve …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 17:26 GMT

The President of the Republic of Mauritius discussed COVID-19 Vaccination Programme with the WHO Representative in ...

His Excellency Mr Prithvirajsing Roopun, the President of the Republic of Mauritius met Dr Laurent Musango, the WHO Representative in Mauritius on 17 June 2021 to discuss the COVID-19 situation and the vaccination programme in the country. It was an …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 16:19 GMT

UNAIDS is deeply saddened by the death of the former President of Zambia, Kenneth Kaunda

UNAIDS is deeply saddened by the death of the first President of Zambia, Kenneth Kaunda, and expresses its sincere condolences to his family, his friends and the country. Mr Kaunda was a strong supporter of the AIDS response and showed great leadership and …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 16:19 GMT

Coronavirus - Zimbabwe: COVID-19 Daily Update (18 June 2021)

Download logo As at 18 June 2021, Zimbabwe had 41 335 confirmed cases, including 37 143 recoveries and 1 656 deaths. To date, a total of 700 244 people have been vaccinated against COVID-19.Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Health and Child …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 16:19 GMT

Coronavirus - Ethiopia: COVID-19 Reported Cases in Ethiopia (18 June 2021)

Daily: Laboratory Test: 5,594 Cases: 124 Severe Cases: 228 New Deaths: 14 Recovery: 439 Total: Laboratory Test: 2,813,953 Active Cases: 16,987 Total Cases: 274,899 Total Deaths: 4,276 Total Recovery: 253,634 Total Vaccinated: 1,974,476Distributed by APO …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 14:19 GMT

Coronavirus - Eswatini: COVID-19 daily info update (18 June 2021)

Minister of Health Lizzie Nkosi's COVID-19 update on 18 June 2021: Total daily tests: 592 New confirmed cases: 16 Cumulative confirmed cases: 18,800 Active cases: 126 Recoveries: 17,997 (14 new) Currently admitted: 25 New deaths: 1 Total deaths: 677 …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 12:14 GMT

Coronavirus - Zambia: COVID-19 Statistics Daily Status Update (18 June 2021)

As of 18th June, we recorded 2,913 new cases out of 12,703 tests (23% positivity); 1,999 recoveries and 29 new deaths (MTSRIP).Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Zambia National Public Health Institute (ZNPHI).

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 22:58 GMT

Irrigation Water Conditioning Opportunities

Learn how technology developed by Dime Water Inc. can help improve the way water is utilized in agricultural irrigation and other commercial applications. VISTA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to the U.S. …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 09:07 GMT

Covid-19: African countries win the race against time with testing laboratories

Download logo In March 2020, Africa had its back to the wall, helpless in the face of the magnitude of a virus that appeared in Asia and quickly spread to the entire planet. Only two African countries were then able to test for the novel coronavirus: …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 19:30 GMT

(Stepping Stone Medical Statesville NC) Stepping Stone Medical certified by North Carolina Community College System

The North Carolina Community College System has granted a Proprietary School License to Statesville-based Stepping Stone Medical. STATESVILLE, , NC, USA, June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Based in Statesville, NC, Stepping Stone Medical is …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 18:43 GMT

SMi’s 2nd Annual Pharmaceutical Cleanroom Conference Presents must attend workshops

SMi Group reports: Pharmaceutical Cleanroom Conference must attend workshops released which will convene in London on 5th October 2021. LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The highly anticipated 2nd annual …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 05:45 GMT

Disabilities Special Needs Dentist Duncanville Forth Worth TX Updates Services

Duncanville, United States, June 19, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Disability Dental announced an updated range of dentistry services for special needs patients in Duncanville, near Fort Worth TX. The dental practice can help patients with Alzheimer’s disease, …

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Published on June 19, 2021 - 05:41 GMT

Invisalign Midtown East NY Clear Aligner Therapy For Teeth Straightening Updated

New York, United States, June 19, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Midtown East, New York-based Modern Dental of Manhattan has updated its range of cosmetic dentistry services to offer Invisalign clear aligner therapy for patients who want to enhance the …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 17:00 GMT

On Juneteenth, Everyday Health Commemorates Yr 2 of Black Health Facts, Focusing on Mental Health in the Black Community

Patrice Harris, MD, medical editor in chief at large and Arefa Cassoobhoy, MD, chief medical editor/ VP of medical affairs, co-oversee the initiative. J2 Global (NASDAQ:JCom) NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 16:32 GMT

Plug & Play K-12 Curriculum And Instruction

A Solution For Next-Gen K-12 Education PLANO, TEXAS, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The K-12 landscape is transforming, driven by the urgent need for alternatives to public-school education. This demand, together with the …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 15:32 GMT

Third Verdict for Plaintiff Against Bard in IVC Filter Case

Third Verdict for Plaintiff Against Bard in IVC Filter Case; Dallas Attorneys win $3.3M for new plaintiff. DALLAS, TEXAS, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Third Verdict for Plaintiff Against Bard in IVC Filter Case For the …

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Published on June 18, 2021 - 15:30 GMT

The Washington Post Names CollabraLink a 2021 Top Washington-area Workplace

For the second year in a row, CollabraLink has been named one of The Washington Post’s 2021 Top Workplaces in the Washington, D.C. area MCLEAN, VA, USA, June 18, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For the second year in a row, CollabraLink has been …

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