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ROCKVILLE, Md., and RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., March 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Results of a new Roper survey of the lupus community released today highlight a communication gap between people with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE, lupus) and the people who care for and about them. The Roper survey was designed to evaluate the daily and long-term impact of lupus on health, family relationships, career and quality of life, and identify potential gaps in communication. To view the...

WASHINGTON, March 20, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- On Tuesday, March 20, Human Genome Sciences and GlaxoSmithKline released the results of a new survey highlighting a communication gap between people with lupus and the people who care for and about them. The Lupus Foundation of America (LFA) President and Chief Executive Officer, Sandra C. Raymond, issued the following statement regarding the survey results: "Lupus is an unpredictable and incredibly complex disease that can...

NEW YORK, March 5, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The Lupus Research Institute (LRI) extends best wishes for recovery from kidney failure to Nick Cannon, multi-talented performer and husband to singer Mariah Carey. We are thankful that his lupus was diagnosed properly, and appreciate his openness in discussing his battle with lupus nephritis. Difficult to diagnose and to treat, lupus is a chronic and often disabling autoimmune disease in which the immune system turns on itself and attacks...

NEW YORK, March 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Junior investigators embarking on research careers in the New York City metropolitan area may get their first chance at independence in answer to today's request for applications from the S.L.E. Lupus Foundation. Based on unparalleled success in attracting and fostering New York's talent in lupus research, the Foundation is also offering the same opportunity to the up-and-coming scientists of Los Angeles. For over 35 years, the New...

Cells that die naturally generate a lot of internal debris that can trigger the immune system to attack the body, leading to diseases such as lupus. Now Georgia Health Sciences University researchers report that an enzyme known to help keep a woman's immune system from attacking a fetus also helps block development of these autoimmune diseases that target healthy tissues, such as DNA or joints. The findings point toward new treatment strategies for autoimmune diseases, which are on the...

ANAHEIM, Calif., Feb. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Questcor Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: QCOR) today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2011. Net sales for the fourth quarter were $75.5 million, reflecting continued physician acceptance of H.P. Acthar® Gel (Acthar) for treating serious, difficult-to-treat medical conditions. Net sales in the fourth quarter 2010 were $29.3 million. GAAP net income for the fourth quarter of 2011 was $31.6...

HAYWARD, Calif., Feb. 21, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Anthera Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: ANTH), today announced financial results and business highlights for the quarter ended December 31, 2011. Financial Results: Total operating expenses for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2011 were $28.4 million, as compared to $12.9 million for the same period in 2010. For the 12 months ended December 31, 2011, total operating expenses were $93.1 million, as compared to $35.8 million for the same...

West Penn Allegheny Health System physicians were instrumental in the development and trials of a new diagnostic test that pinpoints proteins which are useful in ruling-in lupus and ruling-out similar Disorders. The Avise-SLE blood is now commerically available nationwide. Pittsburgh, PA (PRWEB) February 20, 2012 A new blood test designed by physicians and scientists from the West Penn Allegheny Health System to help clinicians diagnose lupus with greater ease and accuracy is now...

NEW YORK, Feb. 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The Lupus Research Institute (LRI) and its National Coalition of lupus patient advocacy organizations congratulate U.S. Representatives Tom Rooney (R-FL), William Keating (D-MA), Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (R-FL), and Jim Moran (D-VA) on co-chairing a new Congressional Lupus Caucus to apprise Members of Congress of the critical issues impacting lupus sufferers. "These Members of Congress are to be applauded for coming together on a...

NEW YORK, Feb. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The Lupus Research Institute (LRI) today awards 12 "Novel Research Grants" to jumpstart discovery in lupus by supporting original, highly promising ideas from some of the country's most creative scientists. Studies will look at why lupus turns the body's immune system against itself and pioneer strategies for new treatment development. The new awards represent diverse disciplines, from inflammation and medical imaging to evolutionary biology...