Latest Aging-associated diseases Stories

IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 12, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Aviir Inc., a biotechnology company dedicated to the prevention of cardiovascular disease through innovative laboratory tests, today announced that its current investor group was joined by Partners & Partners to fund the second $10 million tranche of a total possible financing of $30 million. The financing was triggered by the company's successful achievement of revenue milestones ahead of schedule and the final investment of $10...

EMERYVILLE, Calif., Feb. 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Nanomix Inc., (Nanomix), a leading nanotechnology company focused on development of next generation point of care diagnostic tests to enable earlier and more accurate testing in hospital and pre-hospital settings, announced today that it has initiated clinical testing in the U.S. to evaluate the Omega-3 Cardiac Panel. The panel quantitatively tests whole blood specimens for levels of cardiac troponin I (cTnI), myoglobin and...

ZUG, Switzerland, February 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Cardiorentis has initiated the first-ever acute heart failure (AHF) Phase III trial to be specifically designed to assess the effect of early treatment on cardiovascular mortality. TRUE-AHF (TRial of Ularitide's Efficacy and safety in patients with Acute Heart Failure) aims to show that early treatment with intravenous (IV) ularitide may reduce AHF symptoms in the short-term and cardiovascular mortality in the long-term....

The natural anti-inflammatory cream MyoNatural is now available on Amazon.com. This partnership will help bring this innovative pain cream to those who suffer from sore muscles, arthritis, fibromyalgia, and joint pain. Mesa, Ariz. (PRWEB) February 09, 2013 MyoNatural, a pain relief cream, will now be available on Amazon.com, one of the largest online retailers in the world. This partnership will put this innovative anti-inflammatory in the hands of those who suffer from arthritis,...

The Society for Heart Attack Prevention and Eradication (SHAPE) (http://www.shapesociety.org) promotes public awareness for early detection of heart attacks and stroke by introducing the Valentie™ a fashionable red tie with a stylistic heart motif that is indicative of SHAPE's healthy heart mission. Houston, TX (PRWEB) February 08, 2013 The Society for Heart Attack Prevention and Eradication (SHAPE) (http://www.shapesociety.org), a nonprofit organization that promotes public...

Jason Pierce, MSN, MBA, RN for redOrbit.com – Your Universe Online According to a new study presented at the American Stroke Association’s International Stroke Conference 2013, nearly eight percent of stroke survivors in the US may have thought about suicide or wished themselves dead. A stroke is caused by a lack of adequate blood flow to brain tissue resulting in permanent tissue injury. Blood flow to the brain may be blocked due to clots or other obstructions, or interrupted by...

One in 12 Pennsylvania families affected by Alzheimer's disease PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Gov. Tom Corbett today signed an Executive Order establishing the Pennsylvania Alzheimer's Disease State Planning Committee. The committee will work to create a state plan to address the growing Alzheimer's disease crisis in Pennsylvania. "Since Pennsylvania is the fourth 'oldest' state in the nation, it is critical that we unite to find a cure and help those who...

GLEN COVE, N.Y., Feb. 6, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- After more than a decade of leadership, Eric J. Hall announced today that he has stepped down as President and Chief Executive Officer of the Alzheimer's Foundation of America (AFA), a nonprofit organization headquartered in New York City. With a passion for improving the quality of care for people, Hall will continue to serve as an advocate for research, optimal care and services and federal and state legislation that support...

Connie K. Ho for redOrbit.com – Your Universe Online For retirees, Florida is considered one of the best places to retire – surf, sunny weather and relaxation. However, there may be more health benefits from this sunny locale than originally thought. A new study has revealed that sunlight could possibly help reduce the risk of rheumatoid arthritis in aging women. Researchers found that the risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis could be decreased by regular exposure to sunlight,...

SPARTA, N.J., Feb. 6, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- For the fifth year, the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners and International Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners is offering The National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners Alzheimer's and Dementia Staff Education Week February 14th to the 21st Free Staff Training In-services and Tool Kit. The Tool Kit and In-services are free and available at www.nccdp.org. The tool kit and In-services includes...