Oct 11 2006
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Effective resuscitation in patients with traumatic brain injury and hemorrhage is a challenge. While blood is the optimal resuscitation fluid, it is typically not available in the out-of-hospital setting, and its use is associated with certain risks. Research shows that HBOC-201 holds promise…
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Oct 11 2006
Over 1,500 British troops have returned from Iraq suffering from mental problems, including post traumatic stress disorder, Defence Secretary John Reid has revealed.
“Between January 2003 and December 2005 inclusive, 1,551 UK service personnel who had served in Iraq on Operation Telic were subsequently assessed by the Defence medical services as suffering from a mental health disorder,” Reid said. Continue Reading »
Oct 10 2006
(PRWEB) - (PRWEB) May 5, 2006 — Twenty-three leaders in the field of coma and coma-like states, many internationally known, were hosted at Mohonk Mountain House by Northeast Center for Special Care last week to answer the question: “What do we know about coma and what do we need to know?” They came together to help shape the future policy and management for altered states of consciousness at a working meeting called “Impairments of Consciousness: Creating a Consensus,” sponsored by National Brain Injury Research, Treatment and Training Foundation (NBIRTT) and Northeast Center for Special Care.
Oct 06 2006
Shares of Plato Learning dropped 9.7 percent Friday after the provider of computer-based tutoring programs said its second-quarter net loss widened as revenue declined. The net loss in the quarter ended April 30 likely will be between $5.5 million and $6.3 million, Bloomington-based Plato said in a preliminary earnings statement. Plato had a net loss of $3 million a year earlier. Second-quarter revenue fell to between $19 million and $20 million, down from $31.4 million last year. Plato has posted losses for the past five quarters. Chief Executive Officer Mike Morache said the company is introducing products and subscription programs but didn’t reach its expectations this quarter in making those changes. Plato will release final results June 1. Plato shares closed at $8.75, down 94 cents.
Oct 06 2006
THURSDAY, April 27 (HealthDay News) — Blood levels of magnesium in patients who’ve just suffered traumatic brain injury could help predict outcomes, researchers report.
A team at the University of Pittsburgh Brain Trauma Research Center measured initial blood magnesium levels in 83 patients with severe brain injuries.
Oct 02 2006
Name : DENNIS J. WRIGHT, dwright@phoenixvillenews.com
05/09/2006
According to Cynthia Morrison, chairman, “Toast To Spring” will include the latest fashions, hors d’oeuvres, dinner and a silent auction and raffle.
“Everyone from youngsters to grandparents will get a glimpse of the new trend-setting apparel for both spring and summer,” said Morrison. “Fashions for women will include a collection of fun and flirty playwear, work attire and outfits for a night out on the town.”
Women’s fashions will be presented by Polka*Dots of Phoenixville and Paoli, while boys and girls outfits are by Kids Clothesline and Occasions Boutique of Malvern.
Oct 02 2006
Thursday April 27, 10:45 pm ET
Key points:
- US Army and Neuren make significant progress in joint Traumatic Brain Injury programme confirming NNZ-2566 as a ‘very promising candidate for brain trauma’
Oct 02 2006
Medical Patent News Published: Wednesday, 10-May-2006
Neuren Pharmaceuticals has announced that its patent application entitled “GPE Analogs and Peptidomimetics” (PCT/US02/16361) has been issued in the United States (US Patent No: 7,041,314) on 9 May 2006.
Oct 02 2006
Thursday May 11, 8:30 am ET
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA–(CCNMatthews - May 11, 2006) - Allon Therapeutics Inc. (TSX:NPC - News), The Neuro Protection Company(TM), reported today in its first quarter 2006 operating results that it continued to achieve important milestones in its drug development programs.
Sep 29 2006
Friday May 12, 10:07 am ET
NovaVision Vision Restoration Therapy, the First and Only Therapy to Improve Visual Field Deficit from Stroke or TBI, Recognized for Advancements in Healthcare Nationwide
BOCA RATON, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–May 12, 2006–NovaVision, Inc. today announced it received the Palm Beach County Medical Society Advancements in Healthcare Award at the organization’s 3rd annual Heroes in Medicine Award Program.
