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Taking Steps To Control Life With Chronic Digestive Disease - 25 Mar 2008
North American Press Syndicate,Combined with a similar disease called Crohn's, ulcerative colitis affects over 1.4 million Americans-and as many as 150000 people with these diseases are
Finding a Toilet as Performance Art - 25 Mar 2008
New York Times,At 21 he received a diagnosis of ulcerative colitis, a condition that is caused by inflammation and sores in the lining of the rectum and colon,
Share this article: - 25 Mar 2008
Asbury Park Press,...suffering from Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. disease (IBD), affect up to 41000 New Jersey residents and approximately 1.4 million Americans.
Shire plc: IFRS Results for the Year Ending December 31, 2007 - 25 Mar 2008
MSN MoneyPENTASA - Ulcerative colitis US prescriptions of PENTASA for the year to December 31, 2007 were up 3% compared to the same period in 2006 primarily due to a
Selston engineer died from bowel surgery complications - 25 Mar 2008
Mansfield Chad,The inquest was told he had been diagnosed with ulcerative colitis of the bowel five years previously and was admitted to King's Mill on 15th September
The Carolina Center to Discuss Chronic Digestive Disturbances on ... - 25 Mar 2008
dBusinessNews Triangle (press release),...gall bladder dysfunction, chronic constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, and inflammatory bowel disease such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease.
Shire hits the road with ulcerative colitis patient awareness program - Mar 10, 2008
Medical Marketing and Media,Shire Pharmaceuticals is hitting “the road� as part of a new unbranded education campaign for patients with ulcerative colitis (UC), complete with live
Great Comebacks(R) Program Announces 2007 National Award Winner - Feb 28, 2008
FOXBusinessDiagnosed with ulcerative colitis when he was 9 years old, Scott Ellis grew up determined to not let his disease stop him from following in his family's
New Mouse Model Of Inflammatory Bowel Disease Created And ... - Mar 6, 2008
Science Daily (press release)The two most common forms of IBD are Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis (UC); in extreme cases, they can be fatal. The mouse model closely resembles the
Shire Launches Patient Education Forums on Better Managing the ... - Mar 9, 2008
PR Newswire (press release),LIALDA is the only ulcerative colitis treatment that utilizes MMX(R) Technology. LIALDA with MMX Technology combines a pH dependent gastro-resistant coating
Crohn's, Colitis group holds an open house - Mar 3, 2008
Sault Star,IBD describes two conditions called Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. They affect the digestive system, make intestinal tissue form sores,
When the Body Decides to Stop Following the Rules - Feb 25, 2008
New York Times,What I didn’t anticipate was the loss of control over my life that I thought I had, until the gastroenterologist uttered the words “ulcerative colitis.
A Masterton man - Mar 13, 2008
Edmonton Sun,Pisani, 30, battled back after a bout with ulcerative colitis put his career in jeopardy. "Back in August, I was just trying to get better," Pisani said.
Dry skin invites eczema "� an itch that demands a scratch - Mar 15, 2008
SouthCoastToday.com,DONOHUE: Can you define the condition and treatment of ulcerative colitis? What are flares? What causes it? The name defines ulcerative colitis.
Hollis-Eden Pharmaceuticals Provides Update on Clinical ... - Mar 17, 2008
Business Wire (press release),Phase I/II clinical trials are now ongoing with TRIOLEX for type 2 diabetes and ulcerative colitis, with additional Phase I/II clinical trials scheduled to
Shire Launches Patient Education Forums on Better Managing the ... - Mar 9, 2008
SunHerald.com,...an informative patient education program for people with ulcerative colitis (UC), a disease that affects nearly 700000 individuals in the United States.
SemBioSys FY07 Loss Widens - Quick Facts [SBS.TO] - Mar 17, 2008
RTT News,Phase I/II clinical trials are now ongoing with Triolex for type 2 diabetes and ulcerative colitis. The company said, in the Phase I/II trial, subjects will
Know your risks when it comes to colon cancer - Mar 19, 2008
Bonner County Daily Bee,Colon cancer may develop in certain polyps, called adenomas. n Ulcerative Colitis or Crohn's disease. People with these conditions may be at higher risk. n
Community Health Charities of Nebraska adds new agency - Mar 14, 2008
Grand Island Independent,Its mission is to cure and prevent Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis through research and to improve the quality of life of children and adults
Cancer study yields bowel treatment - Mar 11, 2008
Belleville News Democrat,The two most common forms of IBD are Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis; in extreme cases, they can be fatal. By crossbreeding two mouse lines,
Friends hold dance night for charity - Mar 8, 2008
Enfield & Haringey Independent,By Paul Dicken A GROUP of friends from Oakwood are holding a dance music event next week in support of people with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.
Cheers & Jeers - Mar 22, 2008
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette,...of the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America’s mission to cure Crohn’s Disease and ulcerative colitis, and to improve the quality of patients’ lives.
Although Remicade and Humira Are Being Increasingly Prescribed for ... - Mar 4, 2008
PR Newswire (press release),The Emergence of New Biologic Treatment Options for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis: Physician and Payer Attitudes is based on a US survey of 101
Cerimon to Conduct a Proof of Concept Study for Basiliximab for ... - Mar 10, 2008
Earthtimes,Simulect(R) (basiliximab) entered a Phase IIb study for moderate-to-severe ulcerative colitis in the April 2007. In late fourth quarter 2007,
Napa To Sonoma Wine Country Half-Marathon - Feb 29, 2008
NBC5i.com,Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are painful, medically incurable illnesses that can attack any area of the digestive system, while ulcerative colitis
Salix Acquires Rights to Family of Drugs from European Firm - Mar 13, 2008
WRAL.com,The products are sold in the UK for treatment of ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease and chronic diarrhea due to colitis.
Company hits road for drug - Mar 11, 2008
Chester DailyLocal.com,Shire Pharmaceuticals of Tredyffrin launched On the Road Again, a patient education program for people with ulcerative colitis, a disease that affects
Suprane, Colazal Need New Warnings on Heart, Lung Risks, FDA Staff ... - Mar 24, 2008
Newsinferno.com,Colazal was approved by the FDA in July 2000 for the treatment of mildly to moderately active ulcerative colitis. At approval, Colazal was the first oral
As Use of Biologicals Rises, So Too Will Cutaneous Reactions to ... - Mar 24, 2008
DG NewsCrohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and psoriasis. Dr. Gaspari said that biologicals are also used off label for a number of dermatological diseases.
Salix buys US drug rights - Mar 13, 2008
News & Observer,MORRISVILLE - Salix Pharmaceuticals bought the rights to develop and market treatments for moderate Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, which can cause
Do patients with IBD receive optimal care? - Feb 27, 2008
Science Centric,This article reported that all the patients with ulcerative colitis received optimal doses of aminosalicylate while 39.7% patients with ileal or colonic CD
Bowled over for Crohn's - Feb 25, 2008
Zanesville Times Recorder,People are aware of us and what the diseases are," said Tony Murphy, Zanesville Bowl chairman, who was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis in 2005.
Family shares heartbreak over murdered father - Mar 13, 2008
KBCI CBS 2,He was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis in 2005 and had his colon removed. Tripp says her son went from being an outgoing, athletic teen,
EYE ON YOUR HEALTH: Help with prescription medications - Mar 13, 2008
Winknews.com,Alicia Moore has suffered with Ulcerative Colitis for years, a painful and debilitating inflammatory bowl disease, often leaving her unable to leave her
Taking care of your health: Don't ignore the slightest problem - Mar 24, 2008
Sioux Falls Argus Leader,The main concern is colon cancer or an inflammatory colon condition such as Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. Black stools can mean you are bleeding
Sizing up Chelios's Masterton Trophy competition - Mar 17, 2008
MLive.com,Laing Fernando Pisani returned from a vicious bout with ulcerative colitis, and I'd argue that he's the prohibitive favourite for the award at present.
ALSO NOTED: Medicaid changes could close Ga. hospitals; FHA ... - Mar 5, 2008
FierceHealthcare,Article > New research suggests that although Remicade and Humira are being prescribed often for Crohn's Disease and ulcerative colitis, insurers aren't
Salix reports $19 million loss - Mar 3, 2008
News & Observer,The drug, Colazal, is used to treat ulcerative colitis. Federal regulators in December approved generic versions of the drug, which are cheaper for patients
No more Moreau - Feb 26, 2008
Faceoff.com,Earlier this season, Greene had his left fibula surgically put back together, Fernando Pisani missed 26 games with ulcerative colitis, and Ladislav Smid is
Salix Pharmaceuticals Ltd announces purchase of Budesonide ... - Mar 14, 2008
Trading Markets (press release),According to the companies, budesonide is marketed in the United Kingdom as Budenofalk 2mg Rectal Foam for the treatment of distal active ulcerative colitis
Salix could pay $23M in licensing deal - Mar 20, 2008
Bizjournals.com,The products include a rectal foam for the treatment of ulcerative colitis and capsules to help treat mild to moderate Crohn's disease and chronic diarrhea.
Feisty Pisani keeps ticking - Mar 13, 2008
Edmonton Journal,DENVER - Last summer, Fernando Pisani wasn't sure if he had the stomach to continue playing when his ulcerative colitis knocked him for a loop and reduced
Area man earns money for charity - Mar 12, 2008
Belleville View,It is often mistaken for other GI disorders that cause similar symptoms, such as ulcerative colitis, diverticulitis and irritable bowel syndrome.
“Strike Out Crohn’s & Colitis Bowl-A-Thon� - Mar 5, 2008
Indiana's NewsCenter,The annual event will offer families, adults and children impacted by Crohn’s Disease and/or Ulcerative Colitis (collectively known as IBD) AND those who
Millennium Expands IBD Franchise with Addition of New Development ... - Mar 17, 2008
CNNMoney.com (press release)MLN0002 already has demonstrated the ability to induce clinical remission in patients with ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease and is expected to enter
Access To Success: The Second Annual UCBeyond Scholarship Program - Feb 27, 2008
Canada NewsWire (press release),It includes two similar yet distinct conditions called Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. These diseases affect the digestive system and cause the
Hope For Crohn's Patients With Fistulas Found In HUMIRA/Adalimumab - Mar 11, 2008
Medical News Today,It is considered an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), similar to ulcerative colitis. Up to 43% of Crohn's disease patients develop painful and embarrassing
Hollis-Eden Pharmaceuticals Reports Positive Preliminary Data from ... - Mar 18, 2008
Business Wire (press release),...is very exciting given our clinical development programs for TRIOLEX in diseases of inflammation such as ulcerative colitis and rheumatoid arthritis.
Ben a great 'spokes' man for charity - Mar 18, 2008
Northampton Chronicle & Echo,Ben Richards, 14, from East Hunsbury, who was diagnosed with auto immune liver disease and ulcerative colitis when he was eight, organised a sponsored bike
An open source solution to manage clinical trial data; and more - Mar 3, 2008
EurekAlert (press release),The resulting phenotype, including endoplasmic reticulum stress, resembles clinical and pathologic features of human ulcerative colitis.
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