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PRWeb: 02-26-2005

11 California Seniors Denied Access to Life-sustaining Drugs in FDA Seizure of Prescriptions at LAX
Only a week after a panel appointed by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommended allowing the sale of known potentially harmful pain-relieving drugs as an ‘acceptable risk’, the agency seized a shipment of life-sustaining drugs, including Lipitor, a cholesterol-lowering prescription, intended for delivery to 11 California senior citizens. The seizure took place at Los Angeles Airport. [PRWEB Feb 25, 2005]

Pfizer Criticized for Inadequate Celebrex Safety Data
FDA criticizes Pfizer for inadequate testing of Celebrex [PRWEB Feb 25, 2005]

Quantum Health & Pacific Nutritionals Team to Provide Tsunami Relief via Vitamin Angels
Tsunami victims will be receiving a donation of adult multi-vitamins and children’s multi-chewables thanks to a unique alliance between two natural product companies. Quantum Health of Eugene, Or., a marketer of natural products, and Pacific Nutritionals of Vancouver, WA, a supplement manufacturer have teamed up to donate the much needed nutritional aids to Tsunami victims through the relief organization Vitamin Angel Alliance. [PRWEB Feb 25, 2005]

MDRG Appoints DDL Package Testing Engineer as New VP - Medical Device Industry Experts Partner in Twin Cities Coalition
Scott Levy, DDL Package Testing Engineer has been appointed Vice President of Twin Cities Based Medical Device Resource Group (MDRG), to build and foster the MDRG’s reputation as a leading industry resource. [PRWEB Feb 24, 2005]

Armada Health Care, LLC launches Myarmada.com
Armada Health Care, LLC (Armada), one of the nation’s largest group purchasing organizations for long term care, acute care, HMO and PBM entities, announced the official launch of its secure member and business partner website, www.myarmada.com [PRWEB Feb 24, 2005]

Covalys Biosciences and Cisbio International Announce Collaboration to Combine SNAP-tag™ and HTRF® Technologies
Covalys Biosciences AG and Cisbio international today announced a collaboration to develop products combining Covalys’ SNAP-tag protein labeling system with Cisbio’s homogeneous time resolved fluorescence (HTRF®) technology. [PRWEB Feb 23, 2005]

US and Canadian Pharmacies Introduce New Acne/Rosacea Treatment
After 30 years of research - The Parasite That Influences People's Facial Complexion - Over 90% of sufferers are infected at birth with parasites that cause ugly skin - If your skin is rough and flushes, or if it's aging prematurely, experiencing acne, psoriasis, eczema, rosacea or other blemishes, then there could be parasite activity - A team of doctors isolated a small unseen parasite called human demodex (Demodex folliculorum or sometimes referred to as the Eyelash Creature) that can cause people's complexion to become rough, lumpy and reddish, as well as hair loss, premature aging of the skin, enlarged pores and acne. The parasite looks like a microscopic worm and it feeds off our skin. It takes only 10 days to grow from egg to full size and it multiplies at an extremely rapid rate if not treated properly, leading to acne rosacea, a bizarre type of skin rash that occurs primarily on the face. [PRWEB Feb 23, 2005]

New Vioxx Search Engine Launched
Specialized search engine provides information on medical and legal web sites for those researching the Merck painkiller Vioxx said to cause heart attacks, strokes, and death in those looking for arthritis pain relief [PRWEB Feb 23, 2005]

AffordableDrugs.com New Medical Dictionary - Celebrex - an Arthritis Pain Relief Medication
AffordableDrugs now offers Celebrex at a discount price. Celebrex is used to relieve pain from arthritis. [PRWEB Feb 23, 2005]

New, Non-Invasive Test Could Help with Early Detection of Colorectal Cancer
A simple, painless test that can be performed in a doctor’s office to screen for early-stage colorectal cancer is in development at IMI with what researchers say is high prospects for success [PRWEB Feb 22, 2005]

Vulvar Vestibulitis: Painful to Touch—and to Discuss
Until recently, the only reliable treatment for Vulvar Vestibulitis Syndrome (VVS) was the surgical removal of the vulva itself. Fortunately, today there are other options, including the use of Alferon N, an immune booster. [PRWEB Feb 22, 2005]

Elchrom Scientific Introduces Blot-EX With Highest Protein Recovery in Western Blotting
Elchrom Scientific, a provider of state of the art solutions for biomolecular separations, analyses and purification, announced today the introduction of Blot-EX a new non-acrylamide, non-toxic, high resolution electrophoresis precast hydrogel especially conceived for increasing protein transfer efficiency during Western blotting. [PRWEB Feb 22, 2005]

Another Oprah American Success Story
In her years as the “Queen of Talk TV” Oprah Winfrey has sparked many a success story. From helping to launch the careers of little known writers to transforming little known products into household names. Indeed the power of Oprah has launched many an entrepreneurial ship, but perhaps no cruise on the good ship Oprah has been as wild a ride as that of Wayne Perry. Thanks to an appearance on Oprah’s top rated show, Perry accidentally discovered a natural herbal remedy that is gaining a stellar reputation as an important medical breakthrough for relieving chronic headaches and sinus conditions. [PRWEB Feb 21, 2005]

Nurses and Patients Groups Join the Fight Against Counterfeit Medicines
The second Global Forum on Pharmaceutical AntiCounterfeiting, taking place in Paris, France, March 15-17 2005, is a unique gathering of all the parties involved in the fight against the pernicious and dangerous problem of counterfeit and substandard medicines. [PRWEB Feb 21, 2005]

Recovery From Sarcoidosis to be Highlighted at Conference March 12-13, 2005
The Autoimmunity Research Foundation is sponsoring a conference March 12-13, 2005, at Chicago’s Midway Airport, that will bring together physicians, recovering patients and policy-makers to review an innovative antibacterial therapy that offers hope for effective treatment of several autoimmune diseases including: Sarcoidosis (Reggie White’s disease). [PRWEB Feb 21, 2005]

Breast Enhancement Pills - Do They Work?
This article explores the claims of many breast enhancement pills and defines many of the ingredients found in popular breast enhancement pills. Ingredients used in most breast enhancement pills are defined and recommendations are made. [PRWEB Feb 21, 2005]

The History and Controversy Behind Post-Menopausal Hormone Therapy
A new analysis reports on the history and stakeholders behind the drugs. [PRWEB Feb 20, 2005]

Currently There is Only One Real Israeli Pharmacy - isrameds.com
Beware of canadian pharmacies masking themselves as Israeli, investigate them ask them exactly where are they located and you'll find they are all in Canada. [PRWEB Feb 20, 2005]

The 2nd Annual PHARMtechexpo Post-Event Update
The event for Quality Contacts - An Informative and, more importantly, Practical Conference Programme, Over 800 Attendees, PHARMtech 2006 is scheduled to take place in Warsaw – Watch this space. [PRWEB Feb 19, 2005]

Independent Agent Takes National Health Care Plan Provider Online
After more than 15 years providing discount dental plans and prescription drug plans, with more than 2 million satisfied customers, National Health Care Discount (NHCD) will be offering their plans online. The new company, Great Med Plan, GreatMedPlan.com is an independent online division of NHCD and is owned and operated by an independent agent of NHCD. [PRWEB Feb 18, 2005]

Argea’s CEO is a Featured Panelist at The Conference Board’s Webcast Presentation of Thinking Offshoring Through: A Framework for Decision-Makers, February 22, 2005
Ram Iyer to discuss vital operational requirements for achieving best business outcomes through outsourcing and offshoring [PRWEB Feb 18, 2005]

No Prescription Needed Pharmacy
MyGreatPharmacy has launched and offers free shipping on all products. [PRWEB Feb 18, 2005]

Tart Cherries - Natural Cox-2 Inhibitors, Now Available in CherryFlex One A Day Softgels, for Arthritis and Gout Relief.
Tart Cherries contain anthocyanins that inhibit the Cox-2 (cyclo-oxygenase) enzymes produced by the body. These enzymes play a major role in the pain and inflammation that is especially prominent in osteoarthritis. Tart Cherries attack the Cox-2 enzymes to help relieve pain and inflammation without the side effect caused by prescription drugs. [PRWEB Feb 17, 2005]

At Last, Real Pain Relief for Shingles Patients
Topicure.com released a new patented Over the Counter topical cream treatment for shingles that is changing the way Doctors are treating shingles patients. Topicure Wound Care cream costs $24.95 a tube and brings a new level of treatment with immediate pain relief without having to resort to expensive prescription narcotics. [PRWEB Feb 17, 2005]

Armada Health Care Experiences Significant Growth through Addition of New Members
[PRWEB Feb 17, 2005]

Cyco Software and DataCore Technology Showcase Cyco AutoManager Asset Management Solution at MUWG 2005
Cyco Software and DataCore Technology will be showcasing the Cyco AutoManager MAXIMO Module at the MAXIMO Utility Working Group (MUWG) meeting that will be held February 15-16 at the TradeWinds Island Grand Resort in St. Petersburg, Florida. [PRWEB Feb 15, 2005]

PharmMall Launches Online Pharmacy for Prescription Medications
No prior prescription is required to order brand-name prescription medications for anxiety, weight loss and others disorders. [PRWEB Feb 15, 2005]

Serious Cardz are Just the Tonic for Group DCA
DCA Obtain Exclusive Pharma Industry Rights to Technology for Interactive Promotion and Education [PRWEB Feb 15, 2005]

Privacy Networks, Inc. Rolls Out Internet Communications Security Suite at RSA Conference
Privacy NETworks has developed a complete front-to-back software suite that enables companies to effectively manage, control and secure the entire life cycle of their email communications. Internet Communications Security Suite, ICSS, from Privacy NETworks assures that all email communications are seamlessly and automatically validated, encrypted, secured, archived and are retrievable on demand. ICSS makes it easy for companies to comply with the confidentiality, security, retention and reporting requirements of regulations such as HIPPA and Sarbanes-Oxley. [PRWEB Feb 14, 2005]

Baron Messenger Becomes First Florida Courier Company in Messenger Courier Association of America (MCAA) to Attain GSA Schedule Status
Baron Messenger's GSA Schedule listing is under Schedule 48 Transportation, Delivery and Relocation Services' SIN 451-3 for Local Courier Delivery Services for Same Day Delivery of extremely urgent letters, small packages, and heavyweight shipments. [PRWEB Feb 14, 2005]

Swisslog and Cardinal Health Announce Strategic Alliance in Pharmacy Automation
Swisslog, through its Healthcare Solutions division, and Cardinal Health, Inc., through its Clinical Technology and Services segment, announce a strategic alliance to provide pharmacy automation for the packaging, bar coding, storage and dispensing of medications. [PRWEB Feb 14, 2005]

ProSalesLaunch© Prepares Pharmaceutical Sales Representatives for Product Launch
Targeted training program provides essential selling, planning, and strategic skills representatives need to successfully launch and sell pharmaceutical products. [PRWEB Feb 13, 2005]

More Americans Visiting Asian Online Pharmacies than Ever Before
The mounting tide of foreign online drug buying seems to be turning towards Asia as buyers look for even better prices than Canadian and Mexican pharmacies. [PRWEB Feb 12, 2005]

New Recruitment Site for Pharma & Biotech
Pharmavillage.com will enable job seekers to search through hundreds of jobs in just a matter of a click of a button and gives the job seekers multiple options such as searching jobs by regions categories, salaries and receiving email alerts on a daily basis [PRWEB Feb 10, 2005]

Health Author Suggests Natural Solutions to Get Accutane-like Results without the Costs
Author of "Acne Messages: Crack the Code of Your Zits and Say Goodbye to Acne," Naweko San-Joyz understands the concerns facing acne sufferer’s who desire Accutane-like results. San-Joyz conducted research to inexpensively mimic the effects of Accutane. "Accutane provokes five acne-fighting actions that anyone can replicate using nutrition and self-care," explains San-Joyz. [PRWEB Feb 8, 2005]

Med Services Europe Reveals How a Pharmaceutical Company Can Sell a Drug Before it is Approved
Medical marketing and business development expert describes how pharmaceutical companies can generate important revenues while drug development is still in progress. [PRWEB Feb 8, 2005]

Former ArvinMeritor Executive Assumes Senior Role With Kaufman Global
Mr. Sean Wright, the former head of continuous improvement at the $8 billion, Tier-I automotive system and component supplier, ArvinMeritor, has formally accepted the senior position of Vice President, Operational Excellence with Kaufman Global, an industry leader in the practice of implementing operational improvements. [PRWEB Feb 8, 2005]

Seminar on How Pharmaceutical Companies Can Achieve Unprecedented Visibility into and Greater Command Over their Core Processes
BusinessEdge Solutions, Inc. and Lombardi Software, Inc., present a March 1 seminar at Fiddlers Elbow Country Club, Bedminster, NJ, from 8:00 a.m. to noon. Participants will learn how they can automate processes throughout the company. Addressing opportunities in the medical, manufacturing, marketing, and sales functions, the seminar will demonstrate how BPM can help implement and enforce standard operating procedures for both internal and external participants and help companies gain real-time oversight into policy compliance and process performance metrics enterprise wide. [PRWEB Feb 8, 2005]

Magno-Humphries Laboratories Introduces Folical-D(tm), A New Nutritional Supplement That Addresses Serious Nutrition Shortfall In Americans’ Diets
Folical-D (tm) is a new nutritional supplememnt containing FoliSolv (tm) that combines calcium, folic acid, and vitamin D. [PRWEB Feb 8, 2005]

FoliSolv(tm) Significantly Increases Bioavailability of Folic Acid in Nutritional Supplements
FoliSolv (tm) is a newly patented formula that may change the way folic acid is used in nutritional supplements. [PRWEB Feb 8, 2005]

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