October 2015

Misuse of stimulants and a variety of other prescription medications is quite common among college students in the US, suggests new research.

The European project Venomics has succeeded in creating the largest database of toxins in history after analyzing 203 species of poisonous animals, which will in turn help develop new medicines.

Maharashtra Governor C.V. Rao on Saturday asked the Indian pharmaceutical industry to develop drugs for lifestyle diseases like diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular ailments and tuberculosis, among others.

High levels of cholesterol are linked to a heightened risk of tendon abnormalities and pain, reveals a pooled analysis of the available evidence.

The Australian government on Saturday announced plans to allow cannabis to be legally grown for medical and scientific purposes, the media reported.

Sandoz Canada launch a brand new multi-platform application, which allows healthcare professionals to have this crucial information at their fingertips. Sandoz Pro app (sandozpro.sandoz.ca) allows users to view information on availability of injectable medicines. This new tool is designed for healthcare professionals and buyers who want to make the most of their time, as it helps them plan their injectable drug supplies and make informed decisions at all times.

A simple tool to predict an individual's five-year risk of requiring life support with mechanical ventilation has been developed by researchers. The study appeared in Journal of the American Geriatric Society.