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  • Symposium Reveals New Advances for GI Cancers
    ALEXANDRIA, Va.—New research into the treatment and prognosis of gastrointestinal cancers was released today in advance of the tenth annual Gastrointestinal Cancers Symposium being held January 24-26, 2013, in San Francisco. ...More
    January 24, 2013
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  • Chronic Constipation May Increase Risk of Colorectal Cancer
    LAS VEGAS—Patients with chronic constipation may be at increased risk of developing colorectal cancer and benign neoplasms, according to the recent American College of Gastroenterology study, “Risk of Developing Colorectal Cancer and Benign Neoplasm in Patients with Chronic ...More
    January 24, 2013
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  • Should Flu Vaccines be Mandatory for Healthcare Workers?
    ST. LOUIS―This season's widespread flu is a harsh reminder of the importance of influenza vaccines; this is particularly true for healthcare workers, said Elizabeth Sepper, JD, health-law expert and professor of law at Washington University, in St. Louis. ...More
    January 23, 2013
    Posted in News, Industry Issues
  • Does Meditation Relieve Inflammatory Bowel Disease?
    MADISON, Wisc.—People suffering from chronic inflammatory conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease and asthma—in which psychological stress plays a major role—may benefit from mindfulness meditation techniques, according to a study by University ...More
    January 22, 2013
    Posted in News, Industry Issues, Procedures
  • Healthcare Alliance Gives Endoscope Contract
    TROY, Mich.―PREZIO Health this week announced a multi-year agreement with Premier healthcare alliance that covers handheld surgical-instrument repair, power and pneumatic instruments, and endoscopic equipment repairs. This contract establishes a partnership between PREZIO ...More
    January 22, 2013
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  • Scientists Make Discoveries on Chemo, Colon Cancer
    PHILADELPHIA—Scientists may be able to better predict which patients with colorectal cancer will respond to chemotherapy using a new mathematical model that measures the amount of stress required for a cancer cell to die without harming healthy tissue. The results of this ...More
    January 18, 2013
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  • Fewer Minorities Get Screened for Colorectal Cancer
    OMAHA, Neb.—A new study conducted in the Center for Health Policy at the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Public Health has determined that racial and ethnic minorities are less likely to be screened for colorectal cancer in the United States. ...More
    January 18, 2013
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  • Given Imaging Ends Exploration of Possible Sale
    YOQNEAM, Israel―Given Imaging this week announced that it is ending its previously announced exploration of a possible sale or merger transaction. ...More
    January 17, 2013
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  • How Should Docs Communicate When Prescribing Meds?
    LOS ANGELES—When it comes to prescribing medications to their patients, physicians could use a dose of extra training, according to a new study led by a UCLA researcher. ...More
    January 16, 2013
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  • CS Medical Releases New Scope-Storage Cabinet
    CREEDMOOR, N.C.—CS Medical today announced the release of a probe storage cabinet. The CleanShield endoscope storage cabinet is a storage area for delicate endoscopes. ...More
    January 16, 2013
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