20Feb/13

Omega-3 Lipid Emulsions Markedly Protect Brain After Stroke in Mouse Study – Science Daily (press release)

Omega-3 Lipid Emulsions Markedly Protect Brain After Stroke in Mouse Study
Science Daily (press release)
Omega-3 fatty acids, in contrast, are very bioactive molecules that target multiple mechanisms involved in brain death after stroke,” Dr. Deckelbaum said. The study revealed that an emulsion containing only DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), but not EPA

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20Feb/13

Son of blood donation record holder uses social media to recruit even more donors – The Province

Son of blood donation record holder uses social media to recruit even more donors
The Province
In his father’s memory, Neil made his very first blood donation in January 2012, on the third anniversary of his father reaching a milestone 500 donations. Since then, he has not only become a regular donor, but has recruited a legacy team of 181

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20Feb/13

Pig Gel Cuts Animal Heart Failure With Human Tests Next – Bloomberg


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Pig Gel Cuts Animal Heart Failure With Human Tests Next
Bloomberg
About 5.7 million people in the U.S. have heart failure, a condition where the heart can’t pump enough blood to support other organs in the body, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Treatment costs the country $34.4
Ventrix’s VentriGel™ Demonstrates Potential to Prevent Heart Failure The Herald | HeraldOnline.com
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20Feb/13

Ventrix's VentriGel™ Demonstrates Potential to Prevent Heart Failure … – The Herald | HeraldOnline.com

Ventrix’s VentriGel™ Demonstrates Potential to Prevent Heart Failure
The Herald | HeraldOnline.com
“These results give us strong validation that VentriGel has the potential to prevent the development of congestive heart failure in patients who are recovering from heart attack,” said Adam Kinsey, Ph.D., CEO of Ventrix. “We will continue to develop
Injected ‘Hydrogel’ May Help Repair Failing HeartsU.S. News & World Report
Ventrix plans heart therapy trials for EuropeU-T San Diego

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20Feb/13

Ventrix's VentriGel™ Demonstrates Potential to Prevent Heart Failure … – PR Newswire (press release)

Ventrix’s VentriGel™ Demonstrates Potential to Prevent Heart Failure
PR Newswire (press release)
“These results give us strong validation that VentriGel has the potential to prevent the development of congestive heart failure in patients who are recovering from heart attack,” said Adam Kinsey , Ph.D., CEO of Ventrix. “We will continue to develop