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PHILADELPHIA, March 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ERT (Nasdaq: ERES), a leading provider of centralized services to the biopharmaceutical, medical device and related industries, today announced the launch of Centralized Cardiac Safety 2.0, a portfolio of new solutions that enable a significant new ap

BEDFORD, Mass., March 10 /PRNewswire/ --Toxikon Corporation, a preclinical contract testing lab, invites quality assurance, research and development and regulatory professionals to Bedford, Massachusetts April 20 for an international symposium on extractables and leachables testing. The increased u

Student-run venture fund joins Quaker BioVentures in Series A round ITHACA, N.Y., March 10 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- BR Ventures (BRV), an MBA student-run venture fund of the Johnson School at Cornell University, today announced that it has invested in Semprae Laboratories, joining Quaker Bioscienc

REDWOOD CITY, Calif., March 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Codexis, Inc. today announced that Vonnie Estes has joined the company as Vice President, Strategic Planning, Technology.  In this new position, Ms. Estes will be responsible for moving Codexis' technical developments to commercial applications. &#

BELGRADE, Mont., March 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Bacterin International, Inc. (Bacterin), a biologic company focused on the development of innovative, specialty allografts, announces the introduction of OsteoSelect® DBM Putty for orthopedic bone grafting applications.  OsteoSelect® is a mold

NASHVILLE, Tenn., March 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Cumberland Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Nasdaq: CPIX), a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on the hospital acute care and gastroenterology markets, today announced full year 2009 financial results. "The approval and launch of Caldolor and our init

FREMONT, Calif., March 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- WaferGen Biosystems, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: WGBS), a leading developer of state-of-the-art genetic analysis systems, today announced eight new early-access customers that include major universities and service providers in the U.S. and Japan. Th

NEW YORK, March 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Keryx Biopharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: KERX) today announced that Ron Bentsur, the Company's Chief Executive Officer, will be presenting at the 22nd Annual ROTH OC Growth Stock Conference, being held in Laguna Niguel, CA. Mr. Bentsur's presentation will

NATICK, Mass., March 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Boston Scientific Corporation (NYSE: BSX) today announced the schedule of the Company's major events and news announcements at the 59th Annual Scientific Session of the American College of Cardiology/i2 Summit, March 13-16 in Atlanta. "We look forwa

CORAL GABLES, Fla., March 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Catalyst Pharmaceutical Partners, Inc. (Nasdaq: CPRX) announced that Patrick J. McEnany, Catalyst's Chief Executive Officer, will be making a presentation at the BioNetwork East 2010 Conference to be held March 15th through March 17th at the Ede

SHANGHAI, March 10 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- China-Biotics, Inc. ("China-Biotics", the "Company") (Nasdaq: CHBT), a leading developer, manufacturer and distributor of probiotics products in China, today announced the results of its 2009 Annual Meeting of Stockholders ("AGM") held on Friday,

MORRISTOWN, N.J., March 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NYSE: WPI), today announced that it has reached a settlement agreement with Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited and Takeda Pharmaceuticals North America resolving outstanding patent litigation related to Watson's ge

WALTHAM, Mass., March 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Decision Resources, one of the world's leading research and advisory firms for pharmaceutical and healthcare issues, finds that an acute migraine therapy that is not contraindicated in patients with a history, symptoms or signs of vascular disease and also of

HARBIN, China, March 10 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- China Sky One Medical, Inc. ("China Sky One Medical" or "the Company") (Nasdaq: CSKI), a leading fully integrated pharmaceutical company producing over-the-counter drugs in the People's Republic of China ("PRC"), today announced that it will

NEW YORK, March 10 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- American Oriental Bioengineering, Inc. (NYSE: AOB), ("the Company" or "AOBO"), a pharmaceutical company dedicated to improving health through the development, manufacture and commercialization of a broad range of prescription and over the counter

GUANGZHOU, China, March 10 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- China Medicine Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CHME) ("China Medicine" or "the Company"), primarily a leading distributor and a developer of Western pharmaceuticals, traditional Chinese medicines ("TCM"), and other nutriceuticals, announced today

LUDWIGSHAFEN, Germany, March 10, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Just like animals and human beings, plants can get sick. In many cases, the cause is a fungus. Not a mushroom like you see poking up out of the ground in the woods, but a network of branching, filamentary cells that botanists call 'hyphae'. I

CHAPEL HILL, N.C., March 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Cempra Pharmaceuticals today announced the successful completion of Phase 1 clinical trials of its oral formulation of CEM-101, which showed good tolerability in those studies. The company also announced plans to submit an IND to the FDA to begin a Phase 1

Collaboration Exploits Cellzome's World-Leading Proteomics Technology in Epigenetics CAMBRIDGE, England and HEIDELBERG, Germany, March 10, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Cellzome today announced that it has formed a second strategic alliance with GlaxoSmithKline (GSK). This new collaboration gives G

SHENYANG, China, March 10 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- 3SBio Inc. (Nasdaq: SSRX), a leading biotechnology company focused on researching, developing, manufacturing and marketing biopharmaceutical products primarily in China, today announced changes to its board of directors (the "Board"). Ms.

LAFAYETTE, Calif., March 10 /PRNewswire/ -- La Peau Couture, inspired by the personal journey of two-time cancer survivor Cheryl Baca, is a new line of certified 100 percent organic skin, bath, body and hair care products.  La Peau Couture seamlessly integrates everything that is smart about be

LOS ANGELES, March 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Neuro Drinks, a groundbreaking brand of great-tasting functional beverages that are formulated to promote health and well-being, served as presenting sponsor at the Sir Elton John and David Furnish-hosted 18th Elton John AIDS Foundation (EJAF) Academy Awards

KALAMAZOO, Mich., March 10 /PRNewswire/ -- For more than 25 years, employers have turned to Hope Health for their health and wellness information needs. Hope Health is taking its efforts to the next level, launching eMazine™ (pronounced amazing) -- an affordable, electronic, custom resource th

BRIDGEWATER, N.J., March 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Sanofi-aventis U.S. today announced the launch of the Clean Sweep campaign to help guide spring cleaning for the estimated 60 million Americans who are affected by nasal allergies. This campaign helps them locate lurking allergens in their homes and improv

GUANGZHOU, China, March 10 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- China Medicine Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CHME) ("China Medicine" or "the Company"), primarily a leading distributor and a developer of Western pharmaceuticals, traditional Chinese medicines ("TCM"), and other nutriceuticals, announced today

HARBIN, China, March 10 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- China Sky One Medical, Inc. ("China Sky One Medical" or "the Company") (Nasdaq: CSKI), a leading fully integrated pharmaceutical company producing over-the-counter drugs in the People's Republic of China ("PRC"), today announced that it will

WASHINGTON, March 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Eighty-five percent of nurse practitioners agree that one of the roles of healthcare professionals is to provide their patients with information about dietary supplements, according to new research from the "Life...supplemented" 2009 Healthcare Professionals (HCP

BOULDER, Colo., March 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Body Bar® Inc. a premier fitness company specializing in products and educational tools for fitness enthusiasts of all ages and abilities, today announced that Craig Williams has acquired Body Bar Inc., and will join the company as president, effective i

SHENYANG, China, March 10 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- 3SBio Inc. (Nasdaq: SSRX), a leading biotechnology company focused on researching, developing, manufacturing and marketing biopharmaceutical products primarily in China, today announced changes to its board of directors (the "Board"). Ms.

PLYMOUTH MEETING, Pa., March 9 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- BMP Sunstone Corporation (Nasdaq: BJGP) ("BMP Sunstone" or the "Company") today announced that the Company plans to release fourth quarter and full year 2009 financial results on Monday, March 15, 2010, after the market closes. T

NEW YORK, March 8 /PRNewswire/ -- Patients Medical, a leading integrative and holistic medical center in New York City, is supporting National Nutrition Month by offering free nutrition seminars and providing patients with tips to improve their overall well-being this March. Dr. John Salerno, former

MINNEAPOLIS, March 9 /PRNewswire/ -- ARKRAY USA, Inc., a pioneer in the diabetes community, today introduced YouChoose™, an exclusive patient wellness program that provides a go-to source for information on diabetes care and management. The free program is from GLUCOCARD®, ARKRAY's innova

BUENA PARK, Calif., March 9 /PRNewswire/ -- Most people consider color an important factor in fashion, home design, cosmetics, even landscaping. But a new study shows that they don't give color much thought when it comes to food that can improve health, especially heart health. Eight out of 10 Amer

IRVINE, Calif., March 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Cobalis Corporation (Pink Sheets: CLSC) announced today that it has completed filming, editing and production for a national Direct Response Television and Internet advertising campaign to launch and brand PreHistin, the Company's flagship anti-aller

PHOENIX and PARSIPPANY, N.J., March 9 /PRNewswire/ -- Phoenix-based Bricker Labs (www.brickerlabs.com) today announces the launch of the highest potency trans-resveratrol softgel capsule available on the market called ResForte™.  This new resveratrol supplement, made with resVida® tr

NEW DELHI, March 9, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Divine Wellness (http://www.divinewellness.com) is an online health service providing natural health solutions based on Indian wellness traditions, using the latest interactive web technologies. The service provides "on-demand" live chat for diet and nutr

MONROVIA, Calif., March 9 /PRNewswire/ -- Don't let the delectable taste deceive you! Naked® Juice unveils two new, delicious, vegetable rich smoothies that remain true to the same great taste you've come to expect from Naked. Berry Veggie Machine™ and Orange Carrot smoothies are full of

SALT LAKE CITY, March 9 /PRNewswire/ -- Schiff Nutrition International, Inc. announced today that its fish oil products fully comply with California's stringent safety requirement regarding PCB contamination.  Schiff's fish oil products are well within the safe harbor limits for PCBs under Cali

NEW YORK, March 9 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- A new survey shows that almost half (48%) of all Americans regardless of income approve of cosmetic plastic surgery and almost a quarter would consider cosmetic surgery for themselves.  According to the February 2010 report, 48% of respondents with a

American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery reports almost 10 Million Cosmetic Procedures in 2009 NEW YORK, March 9 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Almost 10 million cosmetic surgical and nonsurgical procedures were performed in the United States in 2009, according to statistics released today by the

Multicenter trial led by St. Jude Children's Research Hospital investigators may change neutropenia treatment for all childhood cancer patients MEMPHIS, Tenn., March 10 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- For patients like 10-year-old Sabrina Jo Spence, new research led by St. Jude Children's Research Hospit

HOLMDEL, N.J., March 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Sparta Systems, Inc., the maker of TrackWise® software and the market leader in enterprise quality and compliance management solutions, today announced that a significant percentage of medical device companies currently submitting "high-volume" reports, l

BEDFORD, Mass., March 10 /PRNewswire/ --Toxikon Corporation, a preclinical contract testing lab, invites quality assurance, research and development and regulatory professionals to Bedford, Massachusetts April 20 for an international symposium on extractables and leachables testing. The increased u

NEW YORK, March 10 /PRNewswire/ -- PricewaterhouseCoopers announced today that it will present findings from an independent study of international market conditions for medical device innovation at the 2010 International Medical Device Industry Compliance Congress.  The conference, which is one

HUDSON, Ohio, March 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Faster, better intelligence about physicians, competitors, and markets will now enable Sanvita LLC, a leading provider of Consumer Blood Glucose products, to optimize their strategic decision making ability. Pivotstream, the on-demand analytics and business int

SAN DIEGO, March 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- SpectraScience, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: SCIE), a San Diego based medical device company, announced that its CEO, Jim Hitchin, was recently featured in an MDDI Magazine article entitled, "Fixing the 510(k) Process: Overhaul Would Be Overkill", reporting

MEMPHIS, Tenn., March 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Smith & Nephew (NYSE: SNN, LSE: SN) Orthopaedics Division today announces the global launch of its VLP™ FOOT Variable-angle Locked Plating system. The portfolio of innovative screws and low-profile plates expands for Smith & Nephew sur

COLUMBIA, Md., March 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Cylex announced today the election of Richard A. ("Dick") Sandberg, founder of DIANON Systems, as an independent director on the Company's board. (Logo:  http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20100112/NE34738LOGO ) Brad L. Stewart, chairman of the board an

REDWOOD CITY, Calif., March 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Codexis, Inc. today announced that Vonnie Estes has joined the company as Vice President, Strategic Planning, Technology.  In this new position, Ms. Estes will be responsible for moving Codexis' technical developments to commercial applications. &#

BELGRADE, Mont., March 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Bacterin International, Inc. (Bacterin), a biologic company focused on the development of innovative, specialty allografts, announces the introduction of OsteoSelect® DBM Putty for orthopedic bone grafting applications.  OsteoSelect® is a mold

BRIDGEWATER, N.J., March 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Sanofi-aventis U.S. today announced the launch of the Clean Sweep campaign to help guide spring cleaning for the estimated 60 million Americans who are affected by nasal allergies. This campaign helps them locate lurking allergens in their homes and improv

Regina Benjamin, MD, to outline priorities as Surgeon General WASHINGTON, March 10 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Surgeon General Regina Benjamin, MD, knows first-hand the connection doctors and patients need in order to address tough chronic health threats. Benjamin will discuss her priorities as Surge

NASHVILLE, Tenn., March 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Cumberland Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Nasdaq: CPIX), a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on the hospital acute care and gastroenterology markets, today announced full year 2009 financial results. "The approval and launch of Caldolor and our init

LOUISVILLE, Ky., March 10 /PRNewswire/ -- RecoverCare, LLC, a leading distributor of wound care and bariatric equipment and solutions to the acute and long term healthcare markets, today announced that Kevin McKim, most recently Chief Operating Officer of RecoverCare, has been promoted to President,

NATICK, Mass., March 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Boston Scientific Corporation (NYSE: BSX) today announced the schedule of the Company's major events and news announcements at the 59th Annual Scientific Session of the American College of Cardiology/i2 Summit, March 13-16 in Atlanta. "We look forwa

NEW YORK, March 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Keryx Biopharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: KERX) today announced that Ron Bentsur, the Company's Chief Executive Officer, will be presenting at the 22nd Annual ROTH OC Growth Stock Conference, being held in Laguna Niguel, CA. Mr. Bentsur's presentation will

FREMONT, Calif., March 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Vermillion, Inc. (VRML.PK) today announced the appointment of its distinguished Scientific Advisory Board to assist in directing the Company's product development strategies. Members of the scientific advisory board are distinguished members of aca

CORAL GABLES, Fla., March 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Catalyst Pharmaceutical Partners, Inc. (Nasdaq: CPRX) announced that Patrick J. McEnany, Catalyst's Chief Executive Officer, will be making a presentation at the BioNetwork East 2010 Conference to be held March 15th through March 17th at the Ede

SHANGHAI, March 10 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- China-Biotics, Inc. ("China-Biotics", the "Company") (Nasdaq: CHBT), a leading developer, manufacturer and distributor of probiotics products in China, today announced the results of its 2009 Annual Meeting of Stockholders ("AGM") held on Friday,

New studies focus on gymnastics and year round sports; early treatment predicts most optimal outcomes NEW ORLEANS, March 10 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- At today's 2010 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), two separate studies focus on the dramatic rise of pediatric s