Aging gene linked to production of Alzheimer’s plaques
Jul 26, 2010
A gene known to affect the aging process has been linked to amyloid plaques, which are a hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease, according to new research.
Longevity study contains flaws, geneticists say
Jul 12, 2010
A recent study in the journal Science, which found that centenarians likely share a particular set of genetic variants, had errors and its conclusions are suspect, a group of geneticists says.
FDA approves first generic Effexor extended release capsules for major depressive disorder
Jul 06, 2010
The Food and Drug Administration has approved the first generic version of Effexor XR capsules (venlafaxine hydrochloride) to treat major depressive disorder. Venlafaxine hydrochloride extended-release...
Certain genetic variants may predict extreme longevity, study finds
Jul 06, 2010
If you live to be 100, there is a good chance you have a particular set of genetic variants.
Low-income seniors to receive assistance with prescription drug costs
Jun 09, 2010
Millions of Medicare beneficiaries with limited income will soon receive some ╥Extra Help╙ when it comes to the cost of Part D prescription drugs, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services announced...
CMS issues notice of sanctions to Medicare Advantage insurer
May 19, 2010
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services this week informed Medicare Advantage insurer Quality Health Plans of its intent to impose intermediate sanctions and a civil monetary penalty (CMP) on the...
Profile: Audrey Weiner – Never afraid to mix it up
By
Liza Berger
May 01, 2010
Audrey S. Weiner, President, CEO, Jewish Home Lifecare
Genesis Rehab Services names ReGear Life Sciences a preferred partner
Mar 23, 2010
Genesis Rehab Services has named ReGear Life Sciences a preferred partner. The distinction gives patients better access to the firm’s line of products for arthritis, pain and other age-related issues.
FDA places black-box warning on blood thinner Plavix
Mar 15, 2010
The Food and Drug Administration Friday placed a black-box warning—its most severe safety labeling—on the blood thinner Plavix. In a statement, it said that the drug could put certain patients at increased...
Kinetic Concepts Inc. scored a legal victory Wednesday in its ongoing battle with Smith & Nephew over the use of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy. A Texas jury sided with KCI in a patent infringement lawsuit.