Giddy at camp Apr 1, 2008
The Conshohocken-based nonprofit also will run camps for children with persistent asthma and children with bleeding disorders from June 28 to July 3 and for children with sickle-cell disease from July 6 to 11 at the Westtown School ... In 2006, Dragonfly Forest had its first local session, which was for 150 children with either sickle-cell disease or bleeding disorders. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Fasprin helps prevent clots Mar 29, 2008
Also pregnant women and people with bleeding disorders or ulcers should ask their doctors before taking it. Check with your doctor before taking any medication. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Blood change worries patients Feb 23, 2008
30-day news archives. "But doctors say the hospital is charging more than what it pays for blood and blood products -- or what they can get back from Medicare or other insurers. That could lead to doctors more oftensending patients to the hospital emergency room for care.And, from the patient's perspective, the hospital made its decision without giving them a voice in it, according to Bill Nilsen, a cancer patient who has undergone several transfusions in the last few months."No matter what,... (Florida Today)
More Students With Serious Health Issues in Schools Jan 30, 2008
The report notes there are students with Type 1 diabetes, asthma, seizures, cystic fibrosis, heart conditions, bleeding disorders, kidney disease, cancer, hydrocephaly, peanut allergies, mental disorders and many other conditions. The district employs a total of seven nurses, but not all of the schools have a full-time nurse on duty. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Blood banks run dangerously low: Collection drives planned in Camdenton, Eldon this week could help ease supply shortage Jan 23, 2008
Plasma is used for patients with bleeding disorders and plasma exchanges. Red blood cells are used for trauma patients, surgery or anemia, a common blood disorder. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)
Can Omega-3 Fatty Acids Help Depression? Dec 22, 2007
"The reported side effects of Omega-3 treatments have been mild and include upset stomach and a fishy taste in the mouth. There do not appear to be risks to the liver or adverse interactions with most other medications," said Rapaport, though he added that people who have bleeding disorders or who are taking blood thinners should not use Omega-3 fatty acids. Check with your doctor first. (Science Daily)
Research Provides Critical Insight into Improving Therapy for Difficult-to-Treat Blood Cancers Dec 10, 2007
In addition to hematologic malignancies, four additional press briefings will take place at the annual meeting focusing on blood clotting and bleeding disorders, leukemias, sickle cell disease and thalassemia, and transplantation. For the complete annual meeting schedule and additional information, please visit. (PR Newswire)
Novis Pharmaceuticals Hires Lisa Lopez Dec 10, 2007
About NOVIS Pharmaceuticals Novis Pharmaceuticals is a leading national distributor of some of the world's leading plasma-derived products such as albumin, immune globulin, hyperimmunes and anti-hemophilic Factors VII, VIII and IX. Hospitals, home infusion therapy companies and other healthcare providers use these biotherapeutics to treat trauma, autoimmune conditions, immune deficiencies, infectious diseases, bleeding disorders, and other life-threatening conditions. SOURCE Novis... (PR Newswire)
Research Identifies Need for Improved Understanding of Sickle Cell Disease in Adulthood Dec 9, 2007
In addition to sickle cell disease and thalassemia, press briefings will take place at the annual meeting focusing on leukemias, hematologic malignancies, blood clotting and bleeding disorders, and transplantation. The study authors and press program moderator will be available for interviews after the press program or by telephone. (PR Newswire)
Research Highlights New Approaches to Management of Blood Clotting and Bleeding Disorders Dec 9, 2007
ATLANTA, Dec. 8 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Data that shed new light on the treatment of residual vein thrombosis, thromboprophylaxis after total hip replacement, chronic immune thrombocytopenic purpura, and venous thrombosis in relation to postmenopausal hormone replacement therapy will be presented at the 49th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Hematology in Atlanta, GA. A press conference will reveal this new research on Saturday, December 8, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. "Complications... (PR Newswire)
Health Tip: Bruises May Signal Health Problems Dec 8, 2007
If you have a family history of bleeding disorders. HealthDay. (MEDLINEplus)
Novis Pharmaceuticals Announces Hiring of Thomas E. Burke III as President and CEO Nov 15, 2007
About NOVIS Pharmaceuticals Novis Pharmaceuticals is a leading national distributor of some of the world's leading plasma-derived products such as albumin, immune globulin, hyperimmunes and anti-hemophilic Factors VII, VIII and IX. Hospitals, home infusion therapy companies and other healthcare providers use these biotherapeutics to treat trauma, autoimmune conditions, immune deficiencies, infectious diseases, bleeding disorders, and other life-threatening conditions. About MTS MTS Health... (PR Newswire)
Blood Clotting Disorders Nov 5, 2007
The preceding information is provided as an overview of how thrombotic disorders occur with deficient inhibitors or abundant clotting factors and how bleeding disorders occur with deficient clotting factors. The causes mentioned here do not comprise a complete list. (Suite101.com)
Survey Shows Restylane, the Number One Selling Dermal Filler in the U.S., is Also 'Top-of-Mind' Among Physicians Surveyed in Canada, Italy, Germany, and France Oct 23, 2007
Restylane(R) should not be used by people with previous bad allergies, particularly to certain microorganisms known as gram positive bacteria; by people with previous bad allergies to drugs that have required in-hospital treatment; or by people with bleeding disorders. Restylane should not be injected anywhere except the skin or just under the skin. (Primezone Releases)
Samford To Host Third-Annual "Knockin' Cancer Out Of The Ballpark" Tournament Oct 19, 2007
The UAB Division of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology at Children's Hospital is Alabama's single largest provider of specialized pediatric services for all forms of cancer, leukemia, brain and spinal cord tumors, hemophilia and other bleeding disorders and sickle cell diseases. It is also home to the Lowder Bone Marrow Transplant program, the only pediatric bone marrow transplant program in the state. (Samfordsports.com)
Salsa Challenge Oct 10, 2007
All proceeds go directly to the Arizona Hemophilia Association, a non-profit organization that serves the individuals and families affected by bleeding disorders. The organization serves this community with a variety of services, programming, counseling and children s activities such as Camp Honor, held each summer in northern Arizona. (FOX 11, AZ)
Stop the bleeding Sep 12, 2007
At least 1,700 Pennsylvanians currently suffer from severe bleeding disorders, approximately 450 in Western Pennsylvania alone ... Created by Congress in 1974, the network of centers ensures access to comprehensive, specialized medical care for individuals with bleeding disorders, including an array of treatment therapies needed to meet specific individual needs ... One simple fact about bleeding disorders is that not all patients respond to all blood-clotting products, and there are no generic... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
‘Sometimes I bleed' Sep 8, 2007
The Nebraska Chapter of the NHF is a statewide support group serving families affected by hemophilia or other bleeding disorders. m a board member, Jurgens said. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Coagulation Testing in Europe Shifts towards Point-of-Care Testing to Generate Quick Results and Improve Patient Care Aug 22, 2007
This reduces the burden on hospitals as well as physician offices and prevents the drastic effects of anticoagulants and other bleeding disorders. Clearly, the growth of POC is generated by quick turn-around-times (TAT) and easy-to-use technology. (BusinessWire)
Wyeth Begins Marketing and Distributing BeneFIX in Europe Jul 3, 2007
Wyeth now manufactures and markets recombinant products for both hemophilia A and B in Europe, which are rare bleeding disorders. In May 2007, Wyeth Pharmaceuticals received a positive opinion from the Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use, the scientific committee of the European Medicines Agency, on new convenience enhancements to BeneFIX. The product enhancements are: a 2000 IU dosage strength vial, a needleless reconstitution device, a prefilled diluent syringe and a low 5 mL... (PR Newswire)
Menstrual bleeding treatment effective in all women Jun 13, 2007
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Endometrial ablation, a treatment for excessive menstrual bleeding or "menorrhagia," appears to be effective in all women, including those who use blood thinners or have underlying bleeding disorders, new research suggests ... This is the first and largest study to address the use of endometrial ablation in a growing population of high-risk women with excessive menstrual bleeding or bleeding disorders, the authors conclude. (Scientific American)
HIV transfusion victims unaware for decades Jun 5, 2007
But people without bleeding disorders were also infected ... "Because they didn't have bleeding disorders, no one followed them up and said: 'Oh, by the way, we pumped some contaminated blood into you'," he said. (Guardian Unlimited)
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Car show to honor legendary dragster May 22, 2007
SAN DIEGO -- The Hemophilia Association of San Diego County will hold its 14th annual golf tournament at noon June 14 at the Sycuan Resort to help raise funds for hemophilia and other chronic bleeding disorders. Foursome and single golf packages are available, as well as corporate sponsorship and donor opportunities. (North County Times)
Pharmacy company pooling resources in Music City Apr 24, 2007
The company, which provides medications and case management services to people with chronic bleeding disorders, will close the Pittsburgh unit by Aug. 21, giving its 56 employees the option to relocate to Nashville's reimbursement operation. Kyle Callahan, president of Hemophilia Health, says the company ended up with two reimbursement units through acquisitions and wants to consolidate them to be more efficient. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
New threat for women Apr 20, 2007
Yet, as Ginsburg notes, nine respected professional medical associations, including the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists attested in court filings that intact dilations and extractions are the safest choice for some women who suffer uterine scarring, bleeding disorders, heart disease or compromised immune systems. Until now, many women, including moderate Republicans, simply could not believe that safe and legal abortions would ever be outlawed again. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
IndyCar Racer Marco Andretti Drives Support for Hemophilia Treatment With Team Hemophilia(SM) Apr 5, 2007
"Bleeding disorders, such as hemophilia, are very challenging conditions, and I hope that the funds and awareness raised by Team Hemophilia will help improve the lives of people living with them." The official program Web site, , will host live Ebay online auctions where participants can bid to win VIP tickets to IndyCar Series races or an Indy 500 Fantasy Weekend including airfare, accommodations, and a VIP IndyCar race day experience for two ... "We appreciate the support of Bayer and Andretti... (PR Newswire)
Oconomowoc woman takes issues to Washington Mar 15, 2007
"GINA is a key piece of legislation, not only for those with bleeding disorders, but also for those with breast cancer, diabetes and ultimately, all Americans," Dittrich wrote in a release summing up her experience in Washington ... Ryan seemed most receptive of supporting what he termed a "best practices model" for care of those with bleeding disorders, she said. (Oconomowoc Focus, WI)
CSL Favors Research Over More Big Takeovers, Chief Executive McNamee Says Mar 11, 2007
Plasma products such as albumin and intravenous immunoglobulin treat bleeding disorders including hemophilia, liver failure, kidney disease and burns and infections. CSL estimates it has about a quarter share of the $8 billion blood plasma product market. (Bloomberg -- Australia & New Zealand)
U of M discovers protein linked to elevated BMI in people of American Indian and Mexican ancestry Feb 22, 2007
This project has been a departure for Nelsestuen, who has made important discoveries related to blood coagulation proteins involved in bleeding disorders such as hemophilia and coagulation disorders such as sepsis and thrombosis. The university has licensed these proteins to three pharmaceutical companies who are developing them as therapeutic agents. (EurekAlert!)
Women Encouraged to Give Blood Feb 14, 2007
The plasma is often used to help those who have bleeding disorders or difficulty with clotting. Recently, blood safety experts noticed that a small percentage of those receiving plasma from certain donors were developing a rare complication called Transfusion Related Acute Lung Injury or TRALI.. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Alphanate Approved for Clotting Disorder Feb 6, 2007
Alphanate, made by Los Angeles-based Grifols Biologicals Inc., is already approved for other bleeding disorders including hemophilia A, the agency said. HealthDay. (MEDLINEplus)
Latest Research in Blood Diseases to be Presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Society of Hematology Dec 7, 2006
Following Dr. Stanley's lecture, a special symposium on the often neglected topic of bleeding disorders in women will take place from 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. in Halls F3-F4. The speakers will discuss ways to diagnose these disorders earlier, optimize treatment management, and advance this important public health issue. (PR Newswire)
FDA Approves FluLaval(TM) (Influenza Virus Vaccine) Oct 8, 2006
FluLaval should not be given to individuals with bleeding disorders such as hemophilia or thrombocytopenia, or to persons on anticoagulant therapy, unless the potential benefit clearly outweighs the risk of administration ... FluLaval should not be given to individuals with bleeding disorders such as hemophilia or thrombocytopenia, or to persons on anticoagulant therapy, unless the potential benefit clearly outweighs the risk of administration. (DG News)
Blood drive Wednesday at TCAT Aug 31, 2006
Platelets are used for patients with bleeding disorders. Plasma is used to treat some coagulation disorders. (Taylor Daily Press, TX)
CSL Has Second-Half Loss on Aventis Charge; Earnings to Rise on Plasma Aug 23, 2006
Albumin and IVIG treat bleeding disorders including hemophilia, liver failure, kidney disease and burns and infections. The Gardisal vaccine is for the second most-common form of cancer in women. (Bloomberg -- Australia & New Zealand)
Blood clot fiber study may aid treatment Aug 8, 2006
Aside from better clot-busting treatments, the work could lead to better ways to prevent dangerous blood clots in the first place and, on the flip side, to help blood clot better in people with hemophilia and other bleeding disorders, he said. "We need to find ways to protect those individuals. By understanding the fibrin architecture, we can use that science in a protective way," said Becker, who wasn't involved with the research. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Clot fibers found to be extremely elastic Aug 5, 2006
"It's an important finding," said Dr. Richard Becker, a cardiologist and hematologist at Duke University Medical Center, "aside from better clot-busting treatments, the work could lead to better ways to prevent dangerous blood clots in the first place and, on the flip side, to help blood clot better in people with hemophilia and other bleeding disorders." Enditem. (Agencies). (Xinhuanet, China)
Kids Facing Tough Health Issues Enjoy Camp Aug 5, 2006
The camps are for children, along with their siblings, who have faced some tough times with conditions such as cancer, arthritis, and bleeding disorders. In the case of 14-year-old Latoya Simon, it was leukemia. (KLAS-TV)
Huge orders from vaccines to gloves Jul 26, 2006
Tenders now on the PASA website include, for example, meningitis and MMR vaccines, oxygen therapy products, medical examination gloves and products for the treatment of bleeding disorders. Once contracts are negotiated and products supplied, they are delivered to hospitals and GPs surgeries by NHS Logistics. (London Times Online)
Novel gene therapy may lead to cure in hemophilia A patients Jul 4, 2006
"This is truly a landmark development for hemophilia A patients," says hematologist, Joan Gill, M.D., professor of pediatric hematology at the Medical College, and director of the Comprehensive Center for Bleeding Disorders at the BloodCenter and Children's Hospital of Wisconsin. "We look forward to the day when basic research is completed and clinical trials can begin in patients.". (EurekAlert!)
Studies to date say erectile dysfunction drugs affect other systems, mostly for the better Jun 17, 2006
However, the drug's effects have not been specifically evaluated in patients with bleeding disorders or in those taking drugs that reduce clotting. "Experimental and human studies indicate that PDE-5 inhibitors are effective and well tolerated, and there is evidence that they are not being used to their utmost potential. We suggest that these drugs may prove beneficial in treating a wide variety of disorders," said Schwarz, the article's first author and a specialist in cardiology,... (EurekAlert!)
Avigen to Present at Pacific Growth Equities & Needham Conferences Jun 9, 2006
Additionally, the company is advancing toward clinical trials a novel therapy for the treatment of multiple bleeding disorders, including hemophilia A and B, AV513. For more information about Avigen, consult the company's website at. (PR Newswire)
Baxter is recognized by the Association of Hemophilia Clinic Directors of Canada May 25, 2006
Baxter to Provide Funding for Genetics Testing Program for Next Three Years VANCOUVER, May 25 /CNW/ - Baxter Corporation (Canada) was recently recognized at the Annual General Meeting of the Association of Hemophilia Clinic Directors of Canada (AHCDC) for its long-standing commitment to, and ongoing partnership with, the AHCDC in ensuring excellent care through continued clinical services, research and education programs for Canadians with congenital bleeding disorders. The AHCDC is a... (Canada Newswire)
Fish oil supplements not for everyone May 17, 2006
Concentrated doses of omega-3s can increase the risk of hemorrhagic stroke and exacerbate health risks for people with bleeding disorders or uncontrolled high blood pressure and people taking anticoagulant medications. Anti-inflammatory effect. (Charlotte.com, NC -- Living)
Hope For Women With Uterine Fibroids May 13, 2006
Doctors may also ask about signs and/or symptoms, order a complete blood count to determine anemia because of blood loss and/or order blood tests to diagnose bleeding disorders and measure the levels of hormones in the uterus. Women may have fears before they are examined, Johnson said. (Atlanta Daily World, GA)
Imaging3's Dominion Seen Facilitating New Neurovascular Treatments and Accelerating Growth of New Market May 3, 2006
Today, over 70% of the 163,000 annual subarachnoid hemorrhages, unruptured aneurysms and other intracranial bleeding disorders (hemorrhagic stroke) are treated via open neurosurgical techniques. Endovascular embolization products and techniques -- microscopic treatments and procedures that are performed from inside the blood vessels -- that can be used by neurosurgeons and interventional neuroradiologists will eventually make up the majority of these procedures, as they have been documented to... (Primezone Releases)
Adrenal Insufficiency May 2, 2006
This condition can occur as a primary or secondary disorder, and it can have congenital or acquired origins. Primary conditions occur in less than 1 per 100,000 persons. (Suite101.com)
Help For Bleeding Hearts: New Research Links A Third Protein To Blood-clotting Disorders Apr 21, 2006
(February 15, 2006) -- An international team of scientists, including a hematologist from Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, has concluded that people with bleeding disorders such as hemophilia remain at risk. . (Science Daily)
Researchers say criterion for diagnosing child abuse not always accurate Feb 26, 2006
Causes of death or conditions associated with retinal hemorrhages included suffocation, sudden infant death syndrome, meningitis, blunt trauma to the head, ruptured cerebral aneurysms, hemorrhagic strokes, cancer that had spread to the brain, high blood pressure, bleeding disorders, diabetes and gunshot wounds to the head. "Many doctors have been taught to look for the hemorrhages when they suspect child abuse and often will diagnose child abuse without considering other possibilities," Lantz... (EurekAlert!)
New Infectious Agents Pose New Risks For People With Bleeding Disorders Feb 16, 2006
An international team of scientists, including a hematologist from Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, has concluded that people with bleeding disorders such as hemophilia remain at risk from emerging infectious agents in plasma and blood transfusions ... Writing January 21, 2006 in the journal Lancet, hematologist Jamie Siegel, M.D., clinical associate professor of medicine at Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, Christopher A Ludlam, professor of... (Science Daily)
Third UK vCJD transfusion case Feb 11, 2006
Most of the people warned were haemophiliacs, who are given plasma products, clotting factors used to treat their bleeding disorders. However, all the blood transfusion cases to date have not involved plasma products. (BBC News -- Health)
Aspirin reduces risk of stroke in women, heart attack in men Jan 19, 2006
Some medical conditions, such as pregnancy, uncontrolled high blood pressure, bleeding disorders, asthma, peptic (stomach) ulcers, liver and kidney disease, could make aspirin a bad choice for you. Make sure that all your health professionals are aware that you are using aspirin to reduce your risk of heart attack and clot-related strokes. (Food Consumer)
