SENIOR CARE

Ulcerative Colitis: Achieving and Maintaining Remission

Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic inflammatory bowel disorder (IBD) characterized by diffuse mucosal inflammation of the colon.

Eating Disorders

An eating disorder is an abnormal eating behavior that leads to serious physical and emotional problems.

Heparin-Induced thrombocytopenia: An Update

ABSTRACT: Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) is a transient, prothrombotic state.

Trends in NDA Approvals

The research and development (R D) process for a new drug takes an average of 10 to 15 years and involves many discrete steps and activities.

Drug Marketing to Change

Although not the first time the industry has attempted self-policing, on July 10, 2008, the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA), the trade group representing traditional research-oriented drug companies and biotechnology firms, announced revised guidelines that will impact how manufacturers market prescription medicines to health care professionals.