Gene mutation linked to macular degeneration, researchers find
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Haymarket Media
Mar 16, 2005
Age-related macular degeneration, the leading cause of blindness in the elderly, has been linked to a gene mutation, according to three sets of researchers working independently.
Greener pastures
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jun 01, 2013
After seven years, Greenfields of Geneva becomes a reality for Illinois seniors, featuring a luxurious setting overlooking a golf course.
HealthMEDX unveils pharmacy exchange
Jun 05, 2013
HealthMEDX recently announced that its pharmacy exchange is now available.
FDA user fees legislation signed into law
Jul 11, 2012
President Obama signed the Food and Drug Administration user fees bill into law on Monday. The measure reauthorizes user fees paid by medical device and drug companies and creates new user fee programs...
Protective gene mutation gives hope to Alzheimer’s drug development
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McKnight's Staff
Jul 16, 2012
Alzheimer’s researchers got a huge boost last week with the publication of a study showing that a rare genetic mutation prevents the buildup of beta amyloid in the brain.
Drug shortages take toll on providers, residents
Mar 29, 2011
Nine in 10 providers encountered prescription drug shortages in the second half of 2010, according to a survey by Premier Healthcare Alliance. Fully 80% of respondents indicated that the shortages caused...
Study: Omega-3 fatty acids help protect memory in Alzheimer’s patients
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Haymarket Media
Jan 21, 2005
A new study confirms that a lack of Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids in the diet of patients with Alzheimer’s disease aggravates deficiencies in memory and learning.
Book offers nurses advice on genetic challenges
Feb 07, 2018
A new book focuses on genetics and genomic essentials for graduate-level nurses.
Brain-aging gene identified, opening up treatment possibilities
Jan 20, 2009
Scientists at the Université de Montréal have discovered a gene that is responsible for the aging of neurons in the brain and central nervous system. This finding could lead to new therapies for Alzheimer’s...
Drug sales flat in the U.S. last year, according to IMS
Mar 24, 2009
Domestic prescription drug sales grew 1.3% in 2008 to $291 billion amid increased use of generics, lower sales of new products and slackening consumer demand resulting from the economic downturn, according...