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May16	Healthy food is not necessarily more expensive than junk food.
May16	Brain implant allows paralyzed patients to move a robotic arm with their thoughts only.
May14	USRDS reports increases in blood transfusion rate to dialysis patients of 9-22 percent in 2011 vs. 2010.
May14	Another study shows potential benefits of a higher fat diet in diabetic patients.
May14	Bone morphogenic protein 8B, brown fat cells, and obesity.
May14	Portuguese economy adversely impacting care of dialysis patients.
May10	White coat vs. white dress hypertension
May10	HDL cholesterol that contains ApoC-III is bad for you.
May10	LARIAT to tie off left atrial appendage for atrial fibrillation treatment vs. warfarin.
May10	JAMA paper shows CKD-EPI equation better than MDRD for estimating CKD mortality risk.
May10	Destruction of vagal afferents using surgically applied capsaicin for extreme obesity.
May10	More severe scleroderma in African Americans linked to certain antibodies.
May04	JAMA: Fish oil RCT shows some benefit in terms of AV grafts, but primary outcome was negative.
May04	Mechanism of increased CV risk with NSAIDs explained.
May04	Rethinking the medical school class lecture model.
May04	Aspirin and warfarin equally effective in heart failure patients.
May04	Combination of two mTor inhibitors reverses liver tumor growth.
May04	Two types of macrophage cell lines identified.
May04	American College of Rheumatology issues lupus nephritis guidelines.
May04	Use of earplugs in the intensive care unit reduces patient cognitive disturbance by 50%.
May04	Jogging shown to prolong life by 5-6 years.
May04	Cardiovascular risks of varenicline not confirmed.
May01	Gut microbe swap changes eating habits of rats.
May01	Randomized trial of hemodiafiltration vs. low-flux dialysis shows no overall benefit.
May01	FDA approves everolimus for treatment of kidney angiomyolipomas associated with tuberous sclerosis.
May01	Facebook sets up a mechanism for its users to declare their organ donor status.
May01	Renal denervation devicemakers in the news: Covidien and Maya medical.
May01	Nephros gets 510k approval from FDA for it's add-on hemodiafiltration module.
May01	Avastin and Lucentis similarly effective in treating wet age-related macular degeneration.
May01	Synthetic stool a potential treatment for chronic C. dificile infection.
May01	High uric acid levels a risk factor for hypertension in teenagers.
May01	Diabetes per se may not be a risk factor for contrast nephropathy.
May01	Twin study emphasizes benefits of prolonged sleep time in avoiding obesity.
May01	Dark side to beta-carotene supplements?
May01	Interferon treatment can cause depression.
Apr26	Patient recovery after being declared brain dead in the news.
Apr26	Survey of physician salaries in 2011.
Apr26	FDA issues safety warning about using aliskiren plus an ACEI or ARB in diabetes or CKD.
Apr26	Twice transplanted kidney at Northwestern in the news on CNN.
Apr26	More physicians calling the rounds at the newest ACOs.
Apr26	Want more bone cells and less fat cells? Endoglin may be the answer.
Apr26	Increased vitamin D levels may increase osteoporosis during calcium depletion.
Apr26	Donor kidney doesn't agree with you? Get it removed and give it to someone else.
Apr24	Dr. George Schreiner: in memoriam
Apr17	DaVita updated kidneysmart.org CKD patient education website
Apr17	Targeted ultrasound therapy for prostate cancer shows promise.
Apr17	ProPublica dialysis facility tracking website updated and in the news.
Apr17	Proteins can fold in a water-free environment and develop thermal resistance
Apr17	Twice the sodium in some fast foods sold in the US or Canada vs. France or UK.
Apr17	Survival better after partial vs. radical nephrectomy in kidney cancer.
Apr17	Caffeine use may help dry eye syndrome.
Apr15	Weekend off-topic: Yes, there is microbial life on Mars, detected 35 years ago.
Apr10	Percutaneous needling of urinary bladder detects presence of novel bacteria.
Apr10	New MRI technique may predict progress of dementias.
Apr10	Fish oil benefits questioned for heart attack and stroke survivors.
Apr10	FDA pilots an advanced technology program for ESKD.
Apr10	Selective renal nerve denervation benefits persist for at least 3 years afterwards.
Apr10	Higher blood glucose levels may benefit heart failure patients.
Apr05	Handheld plasma torch rapidly kills biofilm-encased bacteria.
Apr05	DXA scans suggest that BMI markedly underdiagnoses obesity prevalence in the U.S.
Apr05	As yet unidentified factor from fat stem cells can markedly increase glucose uptake in muscle.
Apr05	Salivary amylase levels determine blood glucose response to starchy food ingestion.
Apr05	Bacterial contamination found in pharmacy robots preparing IV solutions.
Mar27	FDA approves peginesatide to treat anemia in adult dialysis patients.
Mar27	Warren Buffet loads up on DaVita stock.
Mar27	LDL antibodies reduce LDL cholesterol by 70% in patients already taking statins.
Mar20	CDC reports on New Jersey efforts to reduce bloodstream infections in dialysis units.
Mar20	Antiplatelet therapy in CKD patients with heart disease called into question.
Mar20	With climate warming, U.S. residents face risk of contracting Chagas disease.
Mar15	CDC launches 54 million dollar ad campaign against smoking.
Mar13	Shiga-toxin E. Coli carrier state markedly reduced by azithromycin treatment.
Mar13	Ben Lipps retiring as CEO of Fresenius; Rice Powell to replace him.
Mar13	Shiga-toxin producing E. Coli associated with correctional facility-run dairy.
Mar13	Eating red meat associated with health risks and shorter life expectancy.
Mar13	FDA nd Congress launches initiatives to deal with drug shortages.
Mar13	Mouse intestinal cells induced to secrete insulin, resulting in possible cure for type 1 diabetes.
Mar13	Botulinum toxin useful in treating overactive bladder.
Mar13	HIPK2 linked to kidney fibrosis.
Mar13	New laser-based photoacoustic ultrasound diagnostic method for osteoporosis
Mar13	HDCN renewal message "untrusted certificate" error
Mar08	FDA: Mercury poisoning linked to some creams designed to lighten or rejuvenate skin.
Mar08	CMS publishes draft incentive for next stage of physician EMR use.
Mar08	FDA considering making many drugs over the counter.
Mar08	Murder trial of alleged killing of dialysis patients by bleach injection begins in Texas.
Mar08	Donor stem cell transfusion helps achieve tolerance in the recipient.
Mar08	Silver mouthwash to treat oral Candidiasis.
Mar08	Animal studies suggest that nitric oxide gas inhalation after stroke improves brain perfusion.
Mar08	Scientist make revolutionary progress in electron microscope resolution.
Mar08	New class of drugs can reverse fibrosis in injured and diabetes-afflicted kidneys.
Mar08	Pretransplant extracorporeal normothermic perfusion of donor kidneys shows benefits.
Mar03	Selective renal denervation lowers LVMI from 112 to 95 g/m2 over a 6 month period.
Mar02	Weekend off topic: Robot helicopter orchestra performs James Bond tune.
Mar02	FDA: Statins and protease inhibitors taken together can increase risk of muscle injury.
Mar02	Touch cannulation technique for vascular access gets a vote of approval.
Mar02	Patient education video regarding dialysis choices.
Mar02	Is the Fresenius monopoly getting too big? FTC orders FMC to divest itself of 54 clinics.
Mar02	Inhibiting Forkhead boxO (FoxO) proteins preserves muscle mass in diseased mice.
Mar02	No increased risk of cardiovascular disease over 10 years for live kidney donors.
Feb28	Bicycle riding can cause increases in PSA (prostate-specific antigen) levels.
Feb28	FDA adds diabetes, memory loss warning to statins.
Feb28	Diaverum diaysis provider now includes 250 clinics worldwide.
Feb26	How vitamin D inhibits inflammation
Feb26	FDA approves Helicobacter pylori breath test for children.
Feb26	Takeda's GP40 agonist drug lowers blood sugar in type 2 diabetes without hypoglycemia risk.
Feb26	Nicotine may cause vascular injury
Feb22	FDA advisory panel votes to approve weight loss drug Qnexa (phentermine/topiramate)
Feb21	U.S. Congress approves tax package, including temporary fix to Medicare MD reimbursement cut.
Feb21	New treatment for BPH better than standard transurethral prostatectomy.
Feb21	Link between polyneuropathy and prediabetes questioned.
Feb21	Fresenius UK chooses the charity that it will support for the coming year.
Feb21	Password access problem to HDCN now fixed.
Feb21	HDCN Update: ASH presentations on surgical ablation for refractory hypertension; Cardiovascular aspects of HD and PD (ADC audiofiles).
Feb21	Annals review of controlled feeding trials debunks idea that fructose leads to obesity.
Feb18	Four new drugs will change prostate cancer care.
Feb18	Hypervirulent resistant Klebsiella bacterium is next superbug in waiting.
Feb18	NNCC launches 2 new exams: Advanced CCHT and LPN/LVN
Feb18	Novaflux reuse technology maintains high-flux characteristics with reuse, improves filter life.
Feb18	New link identified between insulin resistance and gut inflammation via fatty acid synthase.
Feb18	University of Alberta makes progress in developing hepatitis C vaccine.
Feb18	Polystyrene nanoparticles block gut iron absorption.
Feb14	Amino acid response pathway, autoimmune disease, tolerance, and a Chinese herb.
Feb14	Fresenius and Aetna launch CKD management program
Feb14	Stem cells can reduce scar tissue after heart attacks.
Feb14	Recurrent dehydration may the cause of mystery Central American kidney disease.
Feb14	CYBORD multiple chemotherapy regimen (using bortezomib) good for AL amyoidosis.
Feb14	Paricalcitol fails to improve LVH in CKD patients in randomized PRIMO trial.
Feb14	400 types of lipstick found to contain trace amounts of lead; importance unclear.
Feb09	CDC issues safety alert regarding proton pump inhibitors and risk fo C difficile diarrhea.
Feb09	Bexarotene rapidly clears Alzheimer type plaque from brains of mice.
Feb09	Virtual patient-doctor interactions being used by pharmacy store chain in Detroit area.
Feb09	Aethlon discusses hemopurifier results in terms of ability to clear blood of hepatitis C.
Feb09	FGF21 (this is NOT FGF23) good for reducing fat mass, but bad for bone density.
Feb09	Coronary artery disease in British males linked to common Y-chromosome haplogroup.
Feb07	Is obesity and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease contagious?
Feb07	Taste receptor type cells in the pancreas release insulin in response to fructose.
Feb07	Bread, rolls and biscuits are number 1 source of sodium in the American Diet.
Feb07	In Memoriam: Hans-Dietrich Polaschegg
Feb03	New Engl J Med Op Ed article questions wisdom of Medicare 3 year limit on immunusuppressive drugs after transplantation.
Feb03	Triglyceride levels predict stroke risk in postmenopausal women.
Feb03	Clopidogrel with aspirin does not prevent smaal subcortical strokes; increases bleeding risk
Jan31	HDCN Update: Links to part 6 ASH and part 3 NANT added.
Jan29	HDCN Update: ASH talks on offtarget drug effects; NANT lectures, ADC audiofiles about RRF
Jan26	Chemists synthesize artificial cell membrane.
Jan26	New NKDEP educational material for patients regarding CKD
Jan25	Seven percent of raw meat products sampled contained MRSA.
Jan20	Functional cure for HIV based on stem cell transplant from those naturally immune to the virus.
Jan19	Int Soc for Hemodialysis honors Dr. Lee Henderson with the 2012 Scribner Trailblazer Award.
Jan18	Mechanism of anticancer effect of metformin explained.
Jan17	Renal denervation surgery now available in Toronto, Canada.
Jan17	Electrocuting toxigenic E. Coli
Jan13	Drs. Steinman and McAllister to receive 2012 AAKP medal of excellence awards.
Jan13	New mass spectrometry method can characterize Staph infection within hours.
Jan13	NIH study shows that 32 million Americans harbor autoantibodies.
Jan12	What is irisin and how does it regulate brown fat tissue?
Jan12	Routine aspirin may cause harm
Jan10	Dabigatran linked to risk of acute coronary events.
Jan05	HDCN update: Hypertension in CKD (ASH 2011); Home HD and machines (NANT 2011); Volume control in PD (ADC 2011)
Jan05	Phase 1 trial of hepatitis C vaccine shows strong immune reponse.
Jan05	Manganese may play an important role in osteoporosis.
Jan05	Low vitamin D levels linked to depression
Dec26	Some dialysis centers to get less money for failing to meet CMS quality targets.
Dec26	Mechanisms whereby sildenafil helps alleviate diastolic heart failure elucidated in dogs.
Dec22	Universal flu vaccine using matrix protein 2 shows promising results in mice.
Dec22	MMWR: Transmission of hepatitis C through transplanted donor organs.
Dec20	"Bath salt" intoxication leads to recurrent acute kidney injury.
Dec20	Eculizumab for toxigenic E. Coli- related illness.
Dec20	FDA issues draft guidance that medical device tests should include women.
Dec20	Elizabeth Barrett Browning had a disease having to do with potassium balance?
Dec20	Cryptochromes interact with glucocorticoids to regulate metabolic processes.
Dec15	Chewsing khat is bad for you if you have heart disease.
Dec15	Appeal for donated dialyzers for Gaza.
Dec13	B-cells that are active only in the gut, turning into monocyte-like cells there.
Dec13	Sugarcane nephropathy afflicts many, but cause remains a mystery.
Dec13	High hepcidin levels associated with immunosuppression reduction in liver transplants.
Dec13	CKD may cause breakdown of tight junctions between intestinal epithelial cells.
Dec13	Statins reduce plaque by affecting the CCR7 chemokine receptor on macrophages.
Dec11	One session of gene therapy for hemophilia B leads to prolonged increase in clotting factor.
Dec08	New purine synthesis blocking drug kills malaria parasites.
Dec07	New method proposed of genetically repairing sickle cell genes.
Dec06	U.S. FDA considering the relative efficacy and safety of Affymax to treat CKD anemia.
Dec06	EPO involved in the spread of cancer.
Dec06	Self-absorbing drug-eluting heart scaffold stent implanted in Montreal.
Dec06	Rotating night shift work increases risk of type 2 diabetes in women.
Nov28	Amgen negotiates 2 large anemia drug contracts with DaVita and Fresenius.
Nov28	Consumption of canned soups results in marked increase in urinary bisphenol A (BPA).
Nov28	McMaster study published in JAMA suggests a U-shaped relation between sodium intake and CV risk.
Nov28	Similar effects of beer and wine on risk of cardiovascular disease.
Nov21	Fresenius MCNA announces that Dr. Frank Maddux will be its Chief Medical Officer
Nov21	Higher blood 25-D levels (> 100 ng/dL) linked to new onset atrial fibrillation.
Nov16	Satellite Healthcare accepting grant applications until Feb 17 of 2012.
Nov16	Stem cell treatment improves severe CHF in Lancet study.
Nov16	ASN; PRIMO study shows no benefits of paricalcitol on LVH in patients.
Nov16	Higher dose statins reduce coronary artery plaque.
Nov16	American Heart Association Scientific Sessions website.
Nov16	Niacin may not improve hard outcomes.
Nov16	CETP inhibitor more than doubles HDL cholesterol levels.
Nov16	Ain't necessarily so dept: Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy associated with long life.
Nov09	Tear drops as useful as blood for monitoring blood glucose levels (in rabbits).
Nov09	Extra-carotid to internal carotid artery bypass surgery of limited value after ministroke.
Nov09	Potassium channels in the hypothalamus linked to blood glucose control.
Nov09	Most women with lupus can have successful pregnancy outcomes
Nov04	U.S. kidney broker arranged transplants in prestigious university hospitals.
Nov04	Medicare issues final rule for ESRD prospective payment system.
Nov04	Vitamin D study shows no mortality benefit in older women.
Nov02	Organ trafficking gangs force poor to sell kidneys to wealthy nation patients.
Nov01	FHN Nocturnal Trial results published in Kidney International
Nov01	Am Heart Assoc High BP Research Council Fall 2011 Meeting abstracts
Oct31	Extracorporeal shock wave therapy gives encouraging results in male impotence.
Oct30	Weekend off-topic: New source of energy: Tell me something I didn't already know.
Oct28	Super Committee Dems ready a revised, scaled down Medicare health plan.
Oct28	Comparison table of renal multivitamin ingredients published in JREN.
Oct28	New York kidney broker pleads guilty, faces 20 years in prison.
Oct28	Medtronic launches clinical trial of its renal denervation device.
Oct28	Sulodexide fails to show benefit in diabetic kidney disease in large trial.
Oct26	Furanocoumarin-free grapefruit may have less interference with prescription drugs.
Oct26	Kilogram and mole to be redefined.
Oct26	FDA panel to review anemia drug peginesatide (from Affymax) on Dec. 7, 2011.
Oct26	National Kidney Foundation names Bruce Skyer as new CEO.
Oct26	Visual MD video series explaining CKD (patient education tool)
Oct26	17 years in prison for two Brazilian doctors for removing kidneys for transplant prior to brain death.
Oct26	FTC orders DaVita to divest itself of 29 /106 dialysis units purchased from DSI to maintain competition.
Oct26	Apixaban better than warfarin for atrial fibritllation.
Oct26	Body colonization with sticky Staph may account for device-related infections.
Oct26	Taking at least one BP med at bedtime lowers cardiovascular risk.
Oct26	Patients who skip or shorten dialysis treatments will lower reimbursement to facility under new guidelines.
Oct20	American Heart Association issues advisory supporting population-wide sodium intake reduction.
Oct20	Final CMS ACO rule relaxes some requirements for doctors and hospitals.
Oct20	Elderly (over 75 years) die not infrequently due to aggressive prostate cancer spread.
Oct20	Abbott labs to spin off drug division as a separate company.
Oct20	CDC via MMW publishes usual sodium intakes of US individuals, 2005-2008.
Oct19	ASN alert regarding Deficit Reduction Committee and expenditures of critical importance regarding CKD
Oct19	Report links kidney stones to gallstones.
Oct18	St. Jude Medical announces first clinical use of renal denervation technology.
Oct18	Link to JAMA paper describing e-beam sterilized dialyzers and thrombocytopenia.
Oct18	Electron-beam sterilization of certain polysulfone dialyzer membranes linked to thrombocytopenia.
Oct18	BNP biomarker-guided therapy of heart failure markedly lowers complication rate.
Oct14	National Renal Administrators Association Annual Meeting talks
Oct14	ASN Renal Week 2011 abstracts now available.
Oct14	MMWR (CDC): Incidence of heart disease in the U.S. declining from 2006 - 2010 (pdf)
Oct14	USRDS releases its 2011 report
Oct14	Vitamin E supplements at 400 IU/day associated with increased risk of prostate cancer.
Oct14	Higher serum 25-D levels of great importance in fighting off tuberculosis infection.
Oct14	Do variants of macrophage inhibitory factor gene account for access infections?
Oct14	Activating fetal hemoglobin production in mice reverses sickle cell disease.
Oct14	Bacteria-derived bile acids linked to efficacy of statins.
Oct14	JASN publishes a series of papers regarding genetic basis of kidney disease risk in Blacks.
Oct14	mRNA-mediated gene regulation shown to be of increasing importance.
Oct14	Weekend Off-topic: More on Ni-H based generation of energy (Rossi E-Cat)
Oct11	Thiazides may be especially useful to treat hypertension from calcineurin-inhibitor drugs.
Oct11	Link between FGF23 and LVH strengthened by studies in mice, rats, and patients.
Oct11	Chronic dialysis being initiated about 5 months earlier today vs. 10 years ago.
Oct06	Kidney recipients freed from need for long-term immunosuppressive drugs.
Oct06	Diabetic rats cured with their own stem cells
Oct04	DaVita piloting use of solar power in one of its Indiana dialysis clinics
Oct04	FDA outlines its philosophy regarding regulation of medical devices.
Oct04	Salt institute requests that U.S. agencies remove salt restriction from new dietary guidelines.
Oct04	Scrub your potatoes and leeks to reduce the risk of toxigenic E. Coli.
Oct04	AAKP educational videos for patients now available.
Oct04	Orexin is a hormone that fights (white) fat with (brown) fat. Are obese persons orexin-deficient?
Oct04	Washing your hospital scrubs at home? Water may not be hot enough to kill drug-resistant bacteria.
Oct04	Vitamin D deficiency common in patients taking oral steroids.
Oct04	Gut protein alphavbeta6 may be key to developing immune tolerance
Sep30	HDCN login scripts now repaired
Sep28	Congressional debt panel meeting in secret, looking at Medicare/Medicaid cuts.
Sep28	Saw palmetto no more effective than placebo for urinary tract symptoms.
Sep28	Prestart nutrition care associated with better survival during 1st year of dialysis therapy.
Sep28	Dr. Barry Straube honored with AAKP award.
Sep28	Hb target of 11-13 better than 9-11 in predialysis CKD patients accoding to a Japanese randomized trial
Sep28	New cystatin C eGFR equations available based on a new standardized cystatin C assay.
Sep28	Use of higher dialysate Na in patients with lower serum Na associates with better, not worse outcomes.
Sep28	Lowering dialysate sodium lowers systolic BP
Sep27	Eculizumab approved by FDA to treat atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome.
Sep27	Legistlation introduced in the House to extend transplant drug coverage.
Sep27	Pittsburgh hospital sued after live-donor transplant of hepatitis-C infected kidney.
Sep27	Plaque disruption explains heart attacks in women with normal coronary angiograms.
Sep24	USRDS study in NEJM emphasizes increased weekend risk in 3/week dialysis patients.
Sep21	New York nephrologist gets tangled up with an insider trading case based on nephrotic syndrome drug.
Sep21	Exposure to vehicle exhaust fumes from traffic can trigger heart attacks with a 6-hour window.
Sep21	cMyBP-C protein may be new diagnostic marker for acute heart attack.
Sep21	Study calculates Vitamin D requirement for dark-skinned subject living in Chicago as 2500 IU/day
Sep21	Continued immunosuppressant treatment of lupus in ESRD may boost survival.
Sep18	Risk of pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer with sitagliptin and exenatide highlighted.
Sep18	Weekend off-topic: Online gamers crack 3-D structure of AIDS-related enzyme.
Sep15	ADVANCE trial results suggest that intensive glucose control slows progression to ESRD in diabetic patients.
Sep15	Like yourself and other people? It could be due to your oxytocin receptor genotype.
Sep15	DaVita Clinical Research announces biorepository services to facilitate research.
Sep15	MRSA in the United States becoming resistant to combination antibacterial ointments.
Sep15	Response-guided multidrug therapy for hepatitis C can cut treatment time in half.
Sep15	Tufts University and the National Kidney Foundation in financial dispute over KDOQI guidelines.
Sep15	Harvard School of Public Health proposes new healthy eating plan.
Sep15	Grady hospital and Fresenius reach deal on dialyzing indigent undocumented immigrant patients.
Sep15	Cryoablation treatment of atrial fibrillation shows promise.
Sep15	NEJM: Apixaban better than warfarin to treat atrial fibrillation.
Sep13	Sensipar gets FDA label change focusing on hypocalcemia monitoring and seizure risk.
Sep13	Stored blood samples from CKD homocysteine study show that FGF-23 is risk factor for ESRD, death
Sep13	Pennsylvania woman donates kidney to son, then finds out that she's been fired.
Sep13	Body clock found to regulate platelet function
Sep13	Fish oil reduces the effectiveness of chemotherapy.
Sep10	HCN2 gene found to regulate chronic pain
Sep07	Long-distance runners still drinking too many fluids.
Sep07	Congresswoman who champions the cause of kidney patients asked if her husband's nephrology practice represents a conflict of interest.
Sep07	Undocumented immigrant dialysis patients in Atlanta being dialyzed only on an emergency basis.
Sep07	DaVita finishes acquiring dialysis units from DSI.
Sep07	CDP138 protein involved in insulin-stimulated insertion of GLUT4 into cell membrane.
Sep03	Atlanta undocumented immigrant dialysis patients at risk of losing access to care.
Sep03	FDA updates kidney failure warning for zoledronic acid (Reclast) osteoporosis drug.
Sep03	Poor sleep quality increases risk of high blood pressure.
Sep03	Off-topic: Ben Gurion researchers identify gene associated with myopia.
Aug30	Gut bacteria influence anxiety-type behavior in mice via the vagus nerve.
Aug30	Will the chocolate-eating craze impact oxalate load in patients with CKD?
Aug30	European Society of Cardiology 2011 symposium home page
Aug30	Donor heart arrives warm and beating in experimental organ transfer device.
Aug30	FDA recall: H and P povidone iodine prep solutions, swabsticks.
Aug30	Mayo Clinic and the Cleveland Clinic en route to becoming national brands.
Aug30	Higher salt intake and low activity linked to increased risk of dementia in the elderly.
Aug30	Higher patient costs for home dialysis patients in Australia.
Aug30	Survey of U.S. dialysis patients contends that they are largely unprepared for disasters.
Aug30	Satellite Dialysis continues to grow its incenter nocturnal hemodialysis program.
Aug30	European registry tracks outcomes with ablation therapy for atrial fibrillation.
Aug30	Weight-loss simulatino tool allows prediction of efficacy of dietary interventions for obesity.
Aug30	Adoption study underlines role of genetics in causation of heart disease.
Aug23	Worried about being exposed to radiation while performing interventional procedures?
Aug23	New computed tomography heart scan exposes patients to 90% less radiation.
Aug19	HHS cutting red tape to speed clinical trials
Aug19	Sirtuin activating drug prolongs lifespan in obese mice by 45%
Aug19	RenalGuard system (IV fluid infusion rate tied to Foley catheter urine output) shows benefits in preventing contrast nephropathy.
Aug19	High serum phosphorus may accelerate CKD progression, block effects of ramipril.
Aug19	Vitamin C dissolves Alzheimer plaques in mice.
Aug17	Web cam used to monitor hand hygiene in Japanese ICU hospital.
Aug17	Airborne latex allergens spread by cornstarch used to powder gloves
Aug17	Singapore AWAK (wearable kidney) in the news.
Aug11	T-cells engineered to kill leukemia cells. Complete remission in 2/3 patients.
Aug10	Younger Blacks fare relatively worse on dialysis.
Aug10	Soy tablets of no benefit in preventing bone loss in postmenopausal women.
Aug10	Panfungal vaccine based on injection of killed Baker's yeast?
Aug07	TEMPI syndrome: Perinephric fluid collections and erythrocytosis - what causes it?
Aug06	Federal grand jury probes DaVita
Aug03	Study finds why muscles weaken with age and identify a possible treatment.
Aug03	Effect of the debt deal on Medicaid and Medicare.
Aug03	DaVita launches pilot dialyzer recycling project in Southern California
Aug03	4-D Substudy suggests that low homoarginine levels associate with sudden death.
Aug03	Senators Durbin and Cochran introduce legislation to extend coverage of transplant immunosuppressive drugs.
Aug03	Colon microbes may be an important source of uremic toxins.
Aug02	JASN: Dipstick proteinuria a good test to predict rapid GFR decline.
Aug02	FDA to seek public comment on Institute of Medicine's rec to eliminate 510k program
Aug02	Fresenius acquires Liberty Dialysis and American Access Care Holdings.
Aug02	Technology: Tired of transferring those heavy patients from bed to chair? Call RIBA.
Aug02	Extracorporeal removal of Flt-1 in preeclampsia may have clinical benefits
Jul28	Gout prevalence swells over the last 2 decades and now stands at 4%.
Jul28	Baxter establishes Baxter Ventures to invest in developing therapies.
Jul25	New relationships between germinal centers and regulatory T cells identified.
Jul25	Fixdialysis.com cites recent newspaper articles about the dialysis industry.
Jul25	Eating the same foods, "meal monotony" may help dieters lose weight.
Jul25	Lawsuit against DaVita by 2 former employees charges misuse of IV drug dosing
Jul23	Frequent Hemodialysis Network Nocturnal Trial primary results published.
Jul23	Metformin can reduce risk of polycystic ovary syndrome in susceptible young girls.
Jul23	Nephros gets FDA 510k approval for dialysate purification for its filters.
Jul23	Early intravenous fluid therapy may reduce risk of kidney damage after toxigenic E. coli infection.
Jul23	Elimination of HLA-B matching priority in transplant allocation helps minority recipients get a kidney
Jul22	New labeling requirements for meat additives, including brine solution, being considered.
Jul21	FDA approves ticagrelor (Brilinta) to treat acute coronary syndrome.
Jul21	FDA panel votes against dapagliflozin, casting doubt over the drug class of SGLT2 inhibitors.
Jul21	Stress cardiomyopathy is real and affects a broad range of elderly patients.
Jul21	Knockout model shows that kidney dopamine is an important modulator of blood pressure.
Jul20	Off-topic: Find five challenge game.
Jul19	CMS releases software that projects a unit's reimbursement for dialysis
Jul19	Intravenous ribose helps recovery from heart attack. A potential dialysate additive to prevent stunning?
Jul19	Carvedilol found to improve intradialytic hypertension in pilot study.
Jul19	More on deadly webcap and fool's webcap (Cortinarius) mushrooms that cause renal failure.
Jul19	Kidney failure from eating poisonous mushrooms (probably Cortinarius orellanus?) in the news
Jul15	Multilingual communications guide for talking with dialysis patients
Jul15	AAMI updates its dialysis collection for 2011.
Jul15	European studies find few benefits of near-normalization of blood glucose in type 2 diabetes.
Jul15	Brave new world. Hacking into the genetic code of E. Coli.
Jul15	CDC infection prevention guidelines for outpatient settings released.
Jul12	HHS releases health insurance exchange rules.
Jul12	French manufacturer Degremont buys Ameriwater.
Jul12	First completely synthetic organ transplant (trachea).
Jul12	Kv7.4 potassium channel in blood vessels linked to control of blood pressure.
Jul12	Cigarette smoking during pregnancy linked to increased risk of serious birth defects.
Jul12	Eating tree nuts helps diabetic patients lower HbA1c levels.
Jul12	Therapeutic hypothermia betters outcome post cardiac arrest - why not a dialysis system?
Jul12	FDA approves trial of renal artery SNS ablation by catheter using Ardian/Medtronic system.
Jul12	Higher sodium and lower potassium intake independently link to mortality in NHANES
Jul08	CMS-sponsored ICD-10 slideshows, teleconferences.
Jul07	CMS to hold open forum on its proposed ESRD Quality Improvement Program changes on July 14th.
Jul07	American Heart Association maintains its guidance about 1.5 g/day max sodium intake.
Jul07	Pelvic floor exercises not helpful in preventing incontinence in men after prostatectomy or TUR
Jul07	Cochrane Library review questions benefits of salt reduction in terms of hard outcomes.
Jul07	Time Magazine covers the European E. coli - HUS epidemic.
Jul07	Either excessively high or low sodium intake in pregnant rats adversely affects nephron number and kidney function in their offspring.
Jul05	CMS website page regarding updates to reimbursement for 2012.
Jul05	CMS proposes eliminating the minimum 10 g/dL Hgb target for ESAs.
Jul05	Off-topic: Brain-wave computer interface coupled with Second Life gives new opportunities to ALS patients.
Jul05	CMS looking at physician reimbursement and at auditing high-value codes.
Jul05	Anti-smoking drug varenicline may have adverse cardiovascular effects.
Jul05	NSAIDs associated with increased risk of atrial fibrillation.
Jul05	Alpha-tocotrienol, a form of vitamin E, may protect brain cells after a stroke.
Jul02	Weekend off-topic: Apartment complex DNA profiles its dogs to enable 'poo-print' verification
Jul01	New rules provide relief for sleep-deprived medical residents (16-hour shift limit)
Jul01	CMS proposes rescinding signature requirement on lab requisitions.
Jul01	Resveratrol may mitigate disuse-atrophy of muscle and bone (in rats)
Jul01	E. coli can survive in streambeds for months.
Jul01	New hidden incision technique reduces scarring in kidney laparoscopic surgery.
Jul01	New class of antiangiogenesis drugs discovered from South American tree.
Jun30	FDA: New picture warnings to be placed on smoking materials
Jun30	New test measures vitamin D absorption from dietary sources.
Jun28	Collagen-binding protein allows dental S. mutans bacteria to attach to heart valves.
Jun28	AHA Webinar, slides showing use of tissue-engineered vascular graft.
Jun28	Visceral fat decreased by increased intake of soluble fiber and exercise.
Jun28	First blood vessels grown in the lab from cells implanted into patients.
Jun28	New hybrid minimally invasive surgical procedure to treat atrial fibrillation
Jun28	New genetic risk factors for lupus found in African Americans.
Jun28	Anticholinergic dugs, including diphenhydramine linked to cognitive impairment and mortality risk in the elderly.
Jun28	NEJM: Bardoxolone methyl improves kidney function in type 2 diabetic patients.
Jun25	EDTA/ERA 2011 abstracts site
Jun25	EDTA Congress 2011. Daily Congress News Links
Jun25	ADA Scientifc Sessions, June 2011. Home page and daily newsletter.
Jun25	American Diabetes Association Scientific Sessions - abstracts online
Jun25	BCG vaccine and the spleen: Both involved in a potential cure for type 1 diabetes?
Jun24	Eight week diet of 600 kcal/day can reverse early type 2 diabetes
Jun23	Blueberries for strong rat bones.
Jun23	NEJM: Telaprevir provides dramatic improvement in hepatitis C patients.
Jun21	Shorter pause between stopping CPR and administering electroshock linked to higher survival.
Jun21	Patients with insomnia? Try rocking them to sleep.
Jun21	Prostate cancer in mice cured with vaccine derived from human prostate cancer cells.
Jun19	E.Coli O104 that causes HUS sequenced and complete genome released.
Jun16	Florida transplant surgeon shot and killed by one of his patients.
Jun16	FDA Medwatch: Ongoing safety review in progress re pioglitazone and possible bladder cancer risk.
Jun16	FDA approves Nujolix (belatacept) for organ transplantation.
Jun16	Skype helps home hemodialysis patients link up with health care providers.
Jun13	FDA Medwatch: Risk of thyroid calcitonin tumors (in rodents) and pancreatitis with liraglutide.
Jun13	Aftermath of European E. Coli-related HUS outbreak - 100 may need kidney transplants.
Jun13	Trouble sleeping? A cool nightcap may just be the ticket.
Jun13	Aurora A kinase may contribute to polycystic kidney disease.
Jun10	France and Germany suspend approval for pioglitazone due to bladder cancer risk question; other countries not yet.
Jun10	FDA: Finasteride or dutasteride may increase risk of high-grade prostate cancer.
Jun10	Activation of specific nicotine receptors in the brain might control obesity.
Jun10	Baxter loses product liability lawsuit relating to Chinese heparin in Cook County court.
Jun10	Inhibition of insulin degrading enzyme may help control type 2 diabetes.
Jun10	More evidence that sprouts were the cause of the German E. Coli HUS outbreak
Jun09	Tech off-topic: Pool playing robot shows its mettle.
Jun09	Hospitals turn to nocturnists to improve care.
Jun09	CGRP made by skin cells linked to chronic pain.
Jun09	NEJM Perspective: Dialysis and U.S. Immigration Law
Jun09	FDA-mandated labeling change for simvastatin regarding risk of higher dosages.
Jun09	Pretreatment of mice with thymosin beta 4 induces cardiac repair after induced infarct.
Jun09	SHARP trial (simvastatin plus ezetimibe in CKD) results published in the Lancet.
Jun09	FDA: Myopathy risk of high-dose (80 mg) simvastatin close to 50%; limitations to use recommended.
Jun09	Growing role of antibiotic peptides.
Jun07	CMS to host Webinar on new features in Crown Web III on June 30th.
Jun07	Medicare to offer more waivers pertaining to e-prescribing noncompliance penalty.
Jun07	Minntech CEO Roy Malkin injured in single-engine plane crash.
Jun07	Gene therapy reverses type 1 diabetes in mice.
Jun07	Response rate to bisphosphonates depends on 25-D level.
Jun07	Usual dose of yearly zoledronic acid may be considerably higher than needed.
Jun07	Universal flu vaccine trials show promise
Jun07	Number of non O157 E. Coli cases causing HUS rising in the United States.
Jun05	E. Coli outbreak cause may be sprouts from an organic farm in Germany.
Jun05	HUS in U.S. travelers returning from Germany.
Jun04	FDA statement on E. Coli O104 outbreak in Europe and surveillance for this in the U.S.
Jun02	Teenager sold one of his kidneys for an I-Pad
Jun02	Toxigenic E. Coli causing HUS in Europe have been sequenced.
Jun02	New variety of MRSA originating in animals identified in Europe.
Jun02	More on the E. Coli outbreak. New strain. Spanish cucumbers apparently NOT the culprit.
Jun02	European E. Coli outbreak caused by toxic new strain.
Jun01	Histone deacetylase inhibitor reverses LVH in a mouse model.
May31	Cause of toxigenic E. Coli outbreak in Germany still undetermined
May31	Affymax/Takeda files new drug application (NDA) for peginesatide to treat anemia.
May31	Swedish gene analysis shows that venous thromboembolism has a hereditary component.
May31	NEJM: Eculizumab of benefit in children suffering from hemolytic uremic syndrome due to toxigenic E. Coli.
May31	Higher fat, lower carb diets pose little cardiovascular risk over the short term.
May29	Weekend off-topic: Focardi and Rossi changing the world. October, 2011.
May28	Outbreak of E. Coli hemolytic uremic syndrome in Germany linked to cucumbers.
May28	Lactate shuttle in human tumors. Is chronic use of lactate-based PD fluid a risk?
May28	Biotrends report documents changes in vitamin D use with bundling.
May28	MGmin-LDL identifed as a subtype of LDL associated with cardiovascular disease.
May28	Whistleblower lawsuit against Renal Care Group for home dialysis supplies nets 82 million.
May28	Chronic estrogen exposure may increase blood pressure via superoxide; reversed by resveratrol.
May26	Addition of niacin to simvastatin fails to protect the heart and may increase stroke risk
May25	Nineteen percent of young adults found to have high blood pressure.
May24	Turkey tail mushroom found to be very effective in suppressing prostate tumors in mice.
May24	Heavy smoking tied to advanced kidney cancer.
May24	Off topic: BCL6 shows fantastic results against non-Hodgkins lymphoma and ALL.
May22	Analysis of the new Accountable Care Organization regulations from Kaiser.
May22	Epleronone reduces the incidence of atrial fibrillation in class 2 heart failure.
May22	IBM's Watson computer going to medical school - should "graduate" in 2 years.
May19	Avandia (rosiglitazone) REMS (Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy) document.
May19	CMS offers new Accountable Care Organization options.
May19	NKF will suspend U.S. Transplant Games for 2012 due to economic constraints
May19	More on Avandia action by the FDA
May19	FDA pulls Avandia (rosiglitazone) from retail pharmacy shelves.
May19	Modifying Treg cells allows transplantation of human skin onto mice.
May19	Deuterium-enriched vitamin A slows rate of age-related macular degeneration in a mouse model.
May19	Dairy consumption does not elevate cardiovascular risk in Costa Rican study.
May19	Study compares three induction immunosuppressants, finds the cheapest one, alemtuzumab, to be noninferior.
May19	L-arginine-rich foods lower risk of pre-eclampsia.
May17	FDA advisory panel will convene to reconsider approval of fenofibrate
May16	IDOL, inducible LKL receptor degrading molecule, may be target for cholesterol lowering.
May16	CMS relaxes telemedicine privileging rules.
May16	Voters in Switzerland reject proposed ban on physician-assisted suicide.
May16	KLF14 gene may be a regulator of body fat, obesity, and cholesterol.
May16	UPMC live donor kidney transplant program reviews protocols after transmission of one case of hepatitis C
May15	Telemedicine monitoring of heart failure patients strikes out.
May15	Collagen-induced platelet aggregation blocker revacept - a possible role as a dialysate additive?
May13	FDA approves boceprevir to treat hepatitis C.
May13	New branch found of the fungal tree of life, fungi without cell walls.
May12	Desperate Americans buy kidneys from live donors in Peru.
May12	New HIV vaccine tested in macaques shows promising results.
May12	BMC Medical Ethics journal publishes report focused on dialysis patient scenarios.
May12	Nephros gets approval to market its dual stage ultrafilter in Canada.
May12	Five Star Healthcare offers insurance policy for dialysis unit providers.
May12	Losartan might protect against disuse muscle atrophy (in mice).
May12	Glucosuric drugs may help resolve persistent urinary E. Coli infection
May10	Women may be at higher risk of RCIN after coronary angiography than men.
May10	FDA clears test that distinguishes MRSA from MSSA (Staph aureus).
May10	Lund University researchers develop new test to diagnose lupus.
May10	Giving EPO to heart attack patients receiving PCI linked to increased infarct size.
May05	Nxstage reports record revenues for Q1 2011.
May05	Fresenius Q1 earnings call transcript.
May04	Off topic: This may be the real thing, folks!
May03	Large observational DaVita study suggests no increase in mortality risk due to reuse of dialyzers.
May03	DaVita launches wireless internet for its dialysis patients and physicians.
May03	Sodium retention action of thiazolidinediones linked to increased proximal tubular absorption.
May03	Link to EPOGH study in JAMA on urinary sodium and CV death risk.
May03	Off topic: If true, this will be changing all of our lives (in Italian).
May03	Ain't necessarily so: Observational study suggests lower sodium intake increases risk of death from heart attack and strokes..
May02	Nephrogenic fibrosis symposium to be held at Yale University May 20-21.
Apr29	More on the Loyola U. Med Center live altruistic kidney donor program.
Apr29	Review of non-nutritive sweetners from the Diabetes Care journal
Apr29	Work more than 8 hours a day? You may be setting yourself up for a heart attack.
Apr29	Medical History: Kidney-related excerpts from the Encyclopedie of Diderot and D'Alembert
Apr29	USRDS 2010 Annual Report now available as an AJKD free online supplement.
Apr29	Avastatin equivalent to Lucentis for treating wet macular degeneration, but much cheaper.
Apr29	FDA panel recommends approval of telaprevir for hepatitis C.
Apr29	Thyroid supplements in the elderly increase bone fracture risk.
Apr29	Multiple staff from Loyola Medical Center have become altruistic live kidney donors.
Apr29	Flu vaccination improves hard outcomes in renal transplant patients.
Apr29	Ramipril efficacy in slowing CKD progression enhanced in obese subjects.
Apr28	Viral breakthrough in HBV treatment with nucleoside analogs may be due to noncompliance.
Apr28	Case report of a possible link between kava tea ingestion and rhabdomyolysis in a bicyclist.
Apr28	Artificial nose show promising results in detecting bacterial growth.
Apr28	Vitamin E helps reduce nonalcoholic fatty liver more than metformin in diabetic kids.
Apr28	Leprosy in the United States via transmission from armadillos.
Apr27	Life Options releases CKD patient education toolkit.
Apr26	Boceprevir and telaprevir each show promising results in patients with hepatitis C.
Apr26	CROWN Web 4.0 release documents now available on the Web.
Apr26	25D blood level differences explain 40% of difference in blood pressure between blacks and whites.
Apr26	STAT3 activation linked to cyst growth in adult polycystic disease.
Apr25	Dialysis facility inspections in the news (Des Moines Register)
Apr25	The cardiologists weigh in on how to treat blood pressure in the elderly.`
Apr25	Oops! High levels of omega-3s, as indicated by DHA, associated with high-grade prostate cancer.
Apr22	Prolongation of the QT interval on sudden standing a marker for sudden death risk.
Apr22	CDC issues new guidance on preventing bloodstream infections.
Apr22	Canadian patient data analysis emphasizes high mortality risk of central venous catheters.
Apr22	ACE inhibitors may trigger recurrence of breast cancer: an unexpected finding
Apr22	Ketogenic diet reverses diabetic nephropathy in mice.
Apr22	Common mucin production gene strongly linked to idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.
Apr22	Pirfenidone gives promising results in treating diabetic nephropathy.
Apr22	Granulocyte-macrophage colony stimulating factor improves flu survival in mice.
Apr20	Only 3 types of people in this world if you're a gut bacterium.
Apr20	Intensified ultrafiltration in an attempt to control blood pressure linked to more access complications.
Apr20	Calcium supplements linked to increased heart attack risk in older women.
Apr19	A mother's diet during pregnancy can alter a baby's DNA.
Apr19	Some kidney donors have trouble getting health insurance from some carriers.
Apr19	Testosterone treatment of mild prostate cancer not associated with obvious risk.
Apr19	TH17 blocking drug halts multiple sclerosis in animal models, may also affect lupus.
Apr19	Low carb diet reduces liver fat more quicklly than standard diet.
Apr15	Apparent link between diabetes and diet soda may be confounding by indication.
Apr15	Meat found to be commonly contaminated with drug-resistant Staph. aureus.
Apr14	Midlife brain shrinkage predicts likelihood of Alzheimer dementia later on.
Apr14	ACO regulations: Some answers, more questions.
Apr12	Off topic: Changing the world in terms of energy availability - Rossi and Focardi
Apr12	Aloe vera extracts linked to tumors in rats.
Apr12	Am Acad Neurol issues guidelines regarding treatment of diabetic nerve pain.
Apr12	Evaluation of three disease management approaches to ESRD patient care (large pdf)
Apr12	Reversed hookup between individual RO machine and home dialysis machine led to hypercalcemia.
Apr12	Diesel engine exhaust filter can reduce heart-harmful particle level by 98%.
Apr12	Waiting for a kidney? Try Facebook.
Apr12	On-sitne heart attack response team provides median door to angioplasty balloon time of 47 minutes
Apr12	Vitamin D improves flow-mediated vasodilatation in overweight African American subjects.
Apr12	Like nuts? In the shell pistachios may be a good choice.
Apr12	25D levels below 15 mcg/L linked to increased risk of age-related macular degeneration
Apr08	Renalguard peri-operative fluid replacement system reduces incidence of contrast nephropathy
Apr08	Mayo Clinic study suggests chronic allograft nephropathy less common than previously.
Apr08	Accountable Kidney Care Collaborative to host webinar on April 26th detailing nephrology-based accountable care organizations.
Apr07	Ciliary neurotropic factor delivered by encapsulated cells may help age-related macular degeneration
Apr07	CMS eliminates 3.1% transition payment reduction from bundle. Kidney Care Partners comments.
Apr06	Watson Pharma gets FDA approval for generic ferric gluconate.
Apr06	Implanted neck baroreceptor buzzer lowers blood pressure in controlled study.
Apr06	Gut bacteria may convert choline to pro-atherogenic compounds. Caution re supplements.
Apr06	Vaccine against hepatitis C may soon become a reality.
Apr06	Like maple syrup? It may be good for you.
Apr06	Quadruple therapy gives promising results for hepatitis C
Apr04	New York Times article weighs in on palliative care and eligibility for dialysis.
Mar31	HHS releases proposed rule regarding Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs).
Mar30	HIV-positive donors for HIV-positive recipients?
Mar30	Antibiotics wrapped in nanofibers show dramatically increased efficacy.
Mar30	New patent legislation will change "first to invent" to "first to file".
Mar29	Large study using ambulatory BP monitoring shows that many cases of apparent resistant hypertension are really white coat readings.
Mar29	Small, randomized trial of renal denervation shows benefit in treating resistant hypertension.
Mar29	Feds to follow ProPublica and release previously confidential dialysis clinic outcomes data.
Mar29	Very high fish oil consumption may protect obese persons from inflammatory-related complications.
Mar29	Phase 1 safety trials for begin for deuterium-based drug targeting diabetic kidney disease.
Mar29	Whole fiber breakfeast cereat consumption associated with lower blood pressure.
Mar29	Nicotine found to increase blood levels of HbA1c in diabetic patients.
Mar29	Donor DNA in the blood is an early sign of heart transplant rejection.
Mar29	Prostatic artery embolization for BPH better than TURP
Mar26	Jan-Feb issue of Seminars in Dialysis temporarily available free of charge. Includes critiques of latest KDIGO CKD-MBD guidelines.
Mar26	Ain't necessarily so: Higher salt intake associated with lower mortality in diabetic patients?
Mar25	GAO issues reports on monitoring of oral drugs for ESRD patients
Mar24	CMS considering eliminating physician signature requirement for certain laboratory tests.
Mar24	Blood levels of 5 metabolites can predict subsequent development of type 2 diabetes
Mar24	Rockwell proceeding with Phase III trial of dialysate-added iron.
Mar24	Ok, you know about FGF23. But FGF19 may be even more important in glucose metabolism.
Mar24	Do you still ask about green or yellow phlegm in your patients who are coughing?
Mar24	Multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumonia found in Los Angeles County area acute care hospitals.
Mar24	NEJM: Pioglitazone lowers (by 72%) the risk of progression of impaired glucose tolerance to type 2 diabetes
Mar23	MMWR: HIV transmitted via living donor organ tissue
Mar23	Statins reduce relapse rate of prostate cancer after radiation therapy.
Mar23	Complement-regulating genes associated with severe pre-eclampsia
Mar23	Newly identified virus in China has high mortality rate, causes fever and thrombocytopenia.
Mar23	So if we cut out fruits (potassium) and whole grains (phosphate), we also cut out fiber. Is that a good thing?
Mar21	Finasteride use associated with prolonged period of erectile dysfunction.
Mar21	Partial kidney removal for early renal cancer may give better outcomes.
Mar21	Canadian observational data suggests that dual ACEI/ARB treatment is risky in the elderly.
Mar21	Reanalysis of 1958 experiment shows a path for creation of amino acids from primordial gases and elements.
Mar18	Vascular Access Atlas by TJ Vachharajani (large 70 page .pdf file) from Fistula First
Mar17	CDC recommends retesting live donors for HIV just prior to organ donation.
Mar17	American Regent recalls lots of injectable dexamethasone.
Mar17	MMWR: HIV infection transmitted from live donor kidney graft..
Mar17	JASN: Use of aspirin associates with longer dialysis graft unassisted primary patency.
Mar17	Vasopressin receptors on intercalated cells required for aldosterone effects on hydrogen excretion.
Mar17	CMS declines to issue a National Coverage Determination for ESAs
Mar17	Cardiac injection of autologous stem cells markedly improves heart failure.
Mar17	Intensive care unit central line infections drop by 60% over a 10-year period.
Mar15	11beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type 1 linked to apple vs. pear-shaped phenotype.
Mar15	FDA approves Gadavist (gadobutrol), a macrocyclic gadolinium contrast agent for CNS imaging.
Mar15	Microcamera no larger than a grain of salt enables microvessel endoscopy.
Mar15	Wnt receptor Frizzled-9 involved in bone mineralization.
Mar15	Testing tears for glucose content may be alternative to skin-prick monitoring.
Mar15	Snapin protein found to control insulin release from pancreatic beta cells.
Mar15	NEJM: Comments on the Frequent Hemodialysis Network daily dialysis study.
Mar14	Anaplasmosis, babesiosis, ehrlichiosis, oh my!
Mar12	FDA to issue proposed draft calorie-labeling regulations for restaurants later this month (March).
Mar12	Endothelin-A antagonist atrasentan reduces UACR in diabetics in small phase 2 study.
Mar12	Disruption of circadian cycle can lead to fatty liver.
Mar12	Coffee drinking linked to reduced stroke risk in women.
Mar12	Wnt1 can stimulate new blood vessel formation and also improve blood flow.
Mar09	Newly identified H1N1 influenza virus mutation results in greatly increased transmission potential.
Mar09	Doctors try new models to push health insurers aside.
Mar09	E. Coli O157:H7 linked to hazelnuts.
Mar09	Fresenius Medical Care acquires HemaMetrics Crit-Line business.
Mar05	NEJM paper compares loop diuretic strategies for acute heart failure.
Mar05	"Printing" new kidneys. Pie in the sky or pie on the table?
Mar03	Aranesp kickback case trial leads some participants to plead the 5th.
Mar03	Mar Cor announces heat disinfectable portable RO machine.
Mar02	Whistle-blowing nephrologist gets award from the FBI.
Mar02	New analysis of ACCORD study finds increased mortality with tight glucose control.
Mar02	Glycogen synthase kinase 3 beta (GSK3B) antibody lowers blood pressure in animals.
Mar02	New CPR method increases survival by 50 percent.
Mar02	Self-treatment of drug allergy rash with a tanning be can lead to toxic epidermal necrolysis.
Mar02	Higher diabetes risk in African Americans linked to lower serum potassium levels
Mar02	NSAID use linked to erectile dysfunction
Feb28	Abnormal cubilin gene linked to albuminuria
Feb28	Older patients confused about how to time taking of multiple drugs.
Feb28	Lead contamination found in cooking vessels sold in Philadelphia's Chinatown
Feb28	Gut bacteria can affect hepatic lipid metabolism
Feb24	Dietary sodium has a U-shaped association with CKD progression in type 1 diabetes
Feb24	FDA approves saxagliptin (Onglyza) labeling to include patients with CKD
Feb24	New proposal to allocate donor kidneys to younger patients being considered.
Feb24	Like pecan pie?
Feb24	Redesign of live liver donor matching network could result in substantially more transplants.
Feb24	Missing sugar molecule raises diabetes risk in humans
Feb24	Do CKD patients have a leaky gut, and if so, might dairy colostrum help?
Feb24	Fresenius Medical completes solid fiscal year, but sees lower growth in 2011 due to bundling.
Feb22	More CrownWeb simulations available
Feb22	Fresenius gets FDA clearance to market its home hemo dialysis machine.
Feb22	Routine measurement of central blood pressure becoming more practical.
Feb18	Where the sodium comes from: sauces, bacon, bread, milk, and cheese
Feb18	FDA approves use of everolimus transplant drug immunoassay
Feb18	Redsense blood spill detector gets FDA clearance for clinical use.
Feb17	Wrong patient got kidney in USC - does well, but transplant program reboots
Feb17	New aldosterone-related gene mutation linked to severe hypertension
Feb17	18 laptops secured to dialysis machines stolen from one dialysis unit.
Feb17	IBM's Watson computer being readied to assist in reviewing medical literature, patient records.
Feb16	RPA Public Policy in a Minute for February video
Feb16	NEJM: HLA allele linked to idiopathic membranous nephropathy..
Feb16	Am Soc Nephrol opposes proposed cuts to NIH research.
Feb16	Sanofi finally seals the deal to buy Genzyme.
Feb16	Rockwell commences PRIME study of dialysate-added iron.
Feb16	FDA finalized regulations concerning software that accompanies medical devices.
Feb16	Metformin for CKD? A contrarian point of view.
Feb16	Ecuardorean Sephardic remnant populations with Laron dwarfism live long diabetes- and cancer-free lives.
Feb16	Of interest to balding nephrologists only.
Feb15	Use of chlorhexidine-soaked cloths for bathing of hospital patients reduces infection rate.
Feb14	High fiber intake from grains associated with lower risk of many diseases and greater longevity.
Feb13	Weekend off-topic: Crash course in economics; Learn why your practice (and your family) is having trouble making ends meet.
Feb11	Would you like mercury or lead with your incandescent replacement light bulbs?
Feb11	UK's NICE updates its anemia treatment guidelines for CKD, lowering target Hb to 10-12 g/dL
Feb11	Arizona seeks to remove 280 K people from Medicaid coverage
Feb11	Apixaban may prevent strokes more efficiently than aspirin in atrial fibrillation.
Feb11	New genetic cause of primary hyperaldosteronism identified, and it's not rare.
Feb11	Ain't necessarily so: Impact of fructose intake on obesity questioned.
Feb11	Changing views about saturated fat intake and its impact on cardiovascular disease.
Feb11	CDC report underlines discordant results with serologic tests for syphilis
Feb09	Salt and diet soda ingestion linked to increased risk of cerebrovascular events
Feb09	Fructose and glucose activate cortical brain region in opposite ways.
Feb08	Vermont governor proposes single-payer health plan
Feb07	DaVita acquires Nashville-based DSI renal
Feb07	Pivotal discoveries in age-related macular degeneration.
Feb07	Nephron-sparing surgery leads to better outcomes in kidney cancer.
Feb07	Urine-sniffing dogs detect prostate cancer with high sensitivity
Feb04	Mutation points to adenosine as playig a role in arterial calcification.
Feb04	Vegetable juice helps dieters lose weight.
Feb04	Infusion of donor regulatory T cells lowers risk of graft vs. host disease.
Feb04	Defect in CD8 regulatory T cells linked to lupus in a mouse model.
Feb02	NEJM: Fidaxomicin a new, more effective treatment for Clostridium difficile.
Feb02	Western style diet associated with more rapid decline in kidney function.
Feb02	Bisphosphonates may extend survival by 5 years.
Feb01	Sanofi still pursuing offer to acquire Genzyme.
Feb01	FDA adverse event drug reporting system flags several drugs used in CKD.
Feb01	Nephrologist Barry Straube retires from CMS post.
Feb01	FDA decides to not approve diet drug Orexigen's Contrave at the present time.
Feb01	Specific populations of bacteria in the gut linked to fatty liver.
Feb01	Nephron regeneration succeeds in zebrafish experiments.
Feb01	Google Art Project:: How it was done (You Tube video).
Feb01	Stroll through the world's great museums via Google Art Project
Jan31	Rhabdomyolysis in student athletes who train too hard after extended layoff.
Jan31	New USDA sodium guidelines recommend sodium intake < 1.5 g/day for individuals with CKD, HTN, or DMj
Jan27	Who needs insulin? UT Southwestern study shows that without glucagon, insulin may not be that important.
Jan27	Rockwell to launch phase 3 studies of iron-fortified dialysate.
Jan27	Circadian rhythms demonstrable even in red blood cells.
Jan27	NEJM: rTPA use lowers risk on infection and sepsis in dialysis patients with CVCs.
Jan27	Could the predilection for autoimmune diseases among women be due to avoidance of dirt?
Jan27	Certain subtypes of Listeria are especially prone to infect the heart.
Jan26	RPA and AMA recommend physician-led Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs)
Jan26	Fresenius implements bundled dialysis care agreement in Spain.
Jan26	Nearly half of dialysis technicians in California failing newly required skills test.
Jan26	New method to break up biofilms involves DNAase and polyaspartic acid.
Jan23	Ain't necessarily so: Why are people in developed countries obese, again?
Jan21	Hickey paralyzes woman (seriously)
Jan21	Baxter problems with PD solution contaminants in the news.
Jan21	Cost savings of transplantation compared to dialysis in the news.
Jan21	Fresenius to sell bonds to fund new acquisitions
Jan21	Propublica dialysis unit tracker allows patients to check on unit mortality data.
Jan21	Fresenius recalls some Combiset blood tubing sets because of kinking risk.
Jan21	Inhaled insulin fails to get FDA approval; 2 additional studies were requested.
Jan21	Medicare advisory panel questions benefits of ESAs prior to transplantation
Jan19	New gene mutation that is commonly associated with renal cell cancer discovered.
Jan19	CMS organizes MEDCAC meeting to assess ESAs in transplant patients
Jan19	FDA to streamline path for medical device review.
Jan15	National Library of Medicine's Daily Med website for quick access to drug package inserts.
Jan14	Coffee, sex (hormones), and diabetes...
Jan14	Patient can't sleep? Time to put on the blue-blocker glasses.
Jan14	Be careful not to inhale any prions.
Jan14	American Heart Association calling for sodium reduction to 1.5 g/day for everyone.
Jan14	Let me tell you one thing about nurses who eat blueberries...
Jan12	JAMA: Candesartan linked to better survival in heart failure than losartan.
Jan12	Common painkillers linked to increased risk of vascular complications.
Jan12	NEJM: Cholesterol efflux capacity from macrophages, a new measure of HDL action, linked to carotid intima-media thickness.
Jan12	U.S. Supreme Court rules that medical residents should be taxed as employees.
Jan12	Behavioral therapy cuts incontinence after prostate surgery
Jan11	Stem Cell treatment of age-related macular degeneration on the horizon.
Jan11	Medicaid cuts in Arizona result in denial of payment for certain (nonkidney) transplant procedures.
Jan11	New obesity drug shows stunning rate of weight loss in pilot study.
Jan10	American Dietetic Association releases CKD Nutrition Guidelines
Jan10	Dialysis units - the last open wards of medicine
Jan10	New rules may increase number of patients on home dialysis.
Jan10	Statins may be harmful after hemorrhagic stroke.
Jan06	CROWN Web 2.0 tentative start date set for April of 2011.
Jan06	Extended-release clonidine now available for sale in the United States.
Jan04	KCER: Kidney Community Emergency Response Coalition to host Community Partner meeting at the Annual Dialysis Conference, Feb 22, 2011.
Jan04	Dr. Suhail Ahmad named Chief Medical Officer of Northwest Kidney Centers
Jan04	Euromedic sells Eastern European dialysis units to Fresenius.
Jan02	Podocyte filtration barrier to ethanol
Dec30	We'll let you out of jail if you donate a kidney.
Dec29	World's first kidney donor dies at age of 79.
Dec29	CMS finalizes quality incentive program for dialysis units
Dec28	Oops! High blood folate levels associated with impaired function of tumor suppressors.
Dec28	Vegetarian diet leads to lower phosphate and FGF23 levels.
Dec28	FDA clears Novartis' triple antihypertensive drug for marketing.
Dec28	USRDS ASN 2010 presentations available on the USRDS website.
Dec28	Dr, Polaschegg to receive Scribner Trailblazer award at upcoming Annual Dialysis Conference.
Dec28	Dolphin skin teaches us how to create antibacterial surfaces.
Dec22	Real-time CO2 monitoring helps patients control their anxiety attacks
Dec22	U.S. House votes to exempt doctors from ID theft red flags rule.
Dec22	Metreleptin a promising new treatment for type 1 diabetes.
Dec21	Hexavalent chromium found in tap water in 31 cities across the U.S.
Dec21	Ain't necessarily so dept: Whole fat dairy product fatty acid associated with lower risk of type 2 diabetes.
Dec20	"30 Rock" actor Tracy Morgan recovering from kidney transplant surgery.
Dec18	FDA approves Medtronic cryoablation device to treat atrial fibrillation.
Dec17	Congress moves to reduce lead levels in drinking water.
Dec17	Higher-than usual endotoxin levels found in some Baxter PD solutions in Europe and other non-US countries.
Dec17	Beetroot juice may increase walking distance in the elderly.
Dec17	Weekend off-topic: Economics 101 (James Rickards)
Dec17	Patient complaining of respiratory problems? Sulfur outgassing from drywall might be a cause.
Dec16	Seaweed-coated pig islet cell transplantation approved to treat type 1 diabetes in Russia.
Dec16	US Veterans Administration to Medicare-based fees to non-VA docs providing dialysis services to veterans.
Dec16	Naturally high hemoglobin in dialysis patients not associated with an adverse prognosis.
Dec16	CKD progressors identified via creatinine or cystatin have different outcomes.
Dec16	ASN to meet in Chicago in 2016.
Dec15	Ain't necessarily so: No link between serum 25-D levels and cardiovascular mortality.
Dec14	Stem cell transplant cures HIV patient
Dec13	Widespread vitamin D deficiency of concern in Asia.
Dec13	Lenalidomide boosts immunity in the elderly.
Dec12	Case-control study suggests marked benefits for 3/week incenter nocturnal dialysis.
Dec11	Comment to NIDDK on submitted ideas for kidney disease research projects at this link.
Dec11	Kidney Research National Dialogue: The NIH-NIDDK is waiting for your research ideas.
Dec09	Fetal genome mapped from mother's blood for the first time.
Dec09	Fresenius considers acquisition of companies making generic drugs.
Dec09	RCT casts doubt on utility of cranberry juice to prevent urinary tract infection.
Dec09	Naphthalene diimide useful to detect nanomolar quantities of fluoride in water.
Dec08	Senate votes to maintain Medicare rates of physician reimbursement for another year.
Dec08	Two-hour tuberculosis test could revolutionize treatment of the disease.
Dec08	Study finds U-shaped relation between frailty and 25-D levels in elderly women.
Dec07	In Canada, earlier start of dialysis therapy associated with increased mortality risk.
Dec07	Psychological and parenting issues related to genetic testing of newborns for inherited disease proclivities.
Dec03	FDA updates recall of Baxter Colleague infusion pumps to Class I status.
Dec03	FDA rejects expanding label of prostate-shrinking drugs to include cancer prevention.
Dec03	New Abbott drug atrasentan reduces proteinuria in diabetic kidney disease.
Dec03	Fresenius enters into agreement with Galenica pharma to develop new IV iron products.
Dec03	Bacteria that use arsenic instead of phosphorus identified
Nov30	AMAG's Feraheme modifies its labeling, but FDA does not require a black box warning.
Nov30	Prolyl hydroxylase inhibitor FG-2216 results in increased EPO production by ESRD kidneys and liver.
Nov30	Keryx announces positive results for Zernez, an iron-based phosphate binder
Nov30	M3 muscarinic receptor on pancreatic beta cells key to insulin release.
Nov30	Institute of Medicine releases new guidelines for vitamin D intake (600-800 IU)
Nov30	Source of protection against saturated fat (Angptl4) found, and 3% of people don't have it.
Nov25	A new approach to control serum phosphate
Nov23	Propoxyphene withdrawn from the U.S. market due to risk of cardiotoxicity.
Nov21	Baxter and DEKA announce FDA approval of their home hemodialysis device for testing
Nov21	ASN Renal Week 2010 audio recap. Part 3. (50 mb mp3 file)
Nov21	ASN Renal Week 2010 audio recap. Part 2. (50 mb mp3 file)
Nov21	E. Coli water contamination linked to later vascular injury.
Nov21	View ASN 2010 syllabus on-line
Nov21	FHN 6/week short daily dialysis trial results reported. Frequent dialysis lowes LVH and improves QOL.
Nov21	Bardoxolone INCREASES GFR by a substantial amount in type 2 diabetic CKD patients
Nov18	Statins boost bacterial killing by phagocytes.
Nov17	Radiofrequency zapping of renal nerves in CKD lowers blood pressure substantially.
Nov17	NEJM: New CETP inhibitor anacetrapib shows promise in affecting LDL and HDL levels
Nov16	FDA panel recommends approval of Benlysta to treat lupus flares.
Nov16	Medical director of a dialysis unit claims it was done because she raised patient care concerns.
Nov16	Nevada doctor in hot water for prescribing BP pills over the phone without seeing the patient.
Nov16	Xarelto and other warfarin alternatives about to hit the U.S. market.
Nov14	Paricalcitol addition to RAAS inhibitors lowers proteinuria in albuminuric type 2 diabetics
Nov14	AHA 2010 abstracts: Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in High-Risk Populations: Diabetes and Kidney Disease
Nov14	AHA 2010 abstracts: Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome and Chronic Kidney Disease
Nov14	AHA 2010 Abstracts: Cardiorenal syndrome: pathophysiology
Nov14	AHA Scientific Sessions ongoing in Chicago, Nov 13-17.
Nov14	Large RCT has good news and bad news for nesiritide (Natrecor).
Nov12	Specialized blood vessels jumpstart liver regeneration.
Nov11	Brass, even in modern plumbing fixtures, continues to cause lead-contamination of drinking water.
Nov11	Frequent hemodialysis network (FHN) and FSGS trial results to be presented at ASN.
Nov11	Pioglitazone slows down cyst growth in a rat model of PKD.
Nov10	Second 'Pro Publica' article focuses on dialysis needle dislodgement.
Nov09	ProPublica article on dialysis care in the United States
Nov08	Cerebral microbleeeds common with aging.
Nov08	AAKP awards 2011 Medal of Excellence Award to Ray Hakim and Allen Nissenson.
Nov08	Rush to judgement? Rosiglitazone not linked to heart events in BARI 2D
Nov08	Doctors abandon traditional practice modes for concierge medicine and hospital-owned care.
Nov08	.pdf file of Archives paper on higher mortality risk with early start (observational data)
Nov08	Nutrition prof. sheds 27 pounds on 1800 calorie Twinkie and junk food diet.
Nov08	Solar-powered BP device could be valuable in underdeveloped countries.
Nov08	Archives paper warns of risks of initiating dialysis at a high level of renal function.
Nov08	Genistein (from soy) may help prevent spread of prostate cancer cells.
Nov08	Pentazocine stabilizes retina in a mouse model of diabetes.
Nov07	McMaster U. scientists turn skin stem cells into various types of blood cells.
Nov05	Liberty Dialysis and Renal Advantage merge to become 3rd largest dialysis provider.
Nov04	A traitor in our midst - the FAP-expressing immune cell protects cancer cells, allowing them to grow.
Nov04	Addition of telaprevir increases hepatitis C cure rates.
Nov02	Crown Web update: 2 security IDs may be needed to access the system by some users.
Nov02	MMWR: Diabetes accounts for 44% of new cases of ESRD.
Nov02	Fresenius Medical Care to opt into bundling payment system for ESRD care.
Nov02	Inhaled steroids increase diabetes risk.
Nov02	Lead burden varies dramatically among urban neighborhoods.
Nov02	New liver hormone linked to selenoprotein P associated with insulin resistance.
Nov02	Salaries for Life Science majors dropping in the United States.
Nov02	Fish oil out, beet juice in, for better brain health
Nov02	Every person emits 2 tons of CO2 each year through metabolism of food.
Nov02	ASN Renal Week 2010 abstracts now available (VERY large .pdf file)
Oct31	ISBP Abstracts, September 2010 meeting
Oct30	U.S. says genes should not be eligible for patents
Oct30	Miniature livers grown from stem cells in the lab.
Oct29	Deuterated fatty acids resistant to oxidative damage.
Oct29	AMAG Q3 report discusses potential black box warning
Oct28	BBraun recalls tainted heparin due to oversulfated chondroitin sulfate contamination.
Oct28	MMWR: Diabetes rates up, but incidence of ESRD due to diabetes is down.
Oct28	Minocycline prevents osmotic demyelination due to hyponatremia in rats.
Oct27	What is the AMA relative value scale update committee and what does it do?
Oct27	Drinking sugary beverages markedly increases risk of diabetes.
Oct26	Lies, damned lies, and medical science. Why 80% of observational trials and 25% RCTs are wrong.
Oct25	Diabetics resistant to diabetic retinopathy have low levels of tyrosine phosphatase SHP-1
Oct25	Coverage denials by insurers for pre-existing conditions rise sharply.
Oct25	Shaking d'em old bones keeps them strong.
Oct23	Calcium acetate plus magnesium carbonate as good as sevelamer in P-binding ability.
Oct22	Missouri man donated HIV-tainted blood; kidney transplant recipient infected.
Oct22	Teriparatide may rebuild gum tissue in periodontal disease
Oct22	Salt sensitivity linked to vasopressin via induction of brain protein synthesis.
Oct19	High UF rates associate with higher mortality in the HEMO study
Oct18	Susceptibility to hypertension in Blacks may be related to too much aldosterone.
Oct18	Think that cavemen ate only meat? New evidence shows they ate cattail flour and veggies.
Oct18	Fenretinide reduces the risk of transformation of dry to wet macular degeneration.
Oct18	Open access research papers are cited more often.
Oct18	Intestinal alkaline phosphatase (IAP) enzyme needed to maintain healthy bacteria in the gut.
Oct18	Vitamin D deficiency linked to lung transplant rejection.
Oct18	FDA advisory recommends continued use of Aranesp in predialysis patients when indicated despite stroke risk.
Oct18	ABC - airway, breathing, chest compression of CPR changed to just "C" for chest compressions.
Oct15	NEJM: Regulatory action on rosiglitazone by the FDA.
Oct15	American Heart Association position paper on smokeless tobacco products.
Oct15	Not-for-profit TOPS weight loss program found to be effective.
Oct15	Off-topic: Argument to Beethoven's 5th symphony
Oct14	FDA CV and Renal Drugs Advisory Committee meets Oct 18th to consider TREAT study results.
Oct14	MRI-guided laser ablation of kidney and liver tumors gives promising results/
Oct14	Another round of FDA label changes for ESAs may be in the works
Oct13	Use mini Opera browser to access password-protected mp3 and pdf files on HDCN
Oct13	Baxter creates new medical products business and announces leadership changes.
Oct13	One in five West Virginia 5th graders may have high blood pressure.
Oct13	Want to lower blood pressure? Eat more watermelon for it's L-arginine precursors (but watch the K !)
Oct12	First trial begins of embryonic stem cell therapy to treat spinal cord injury.
Oct12	Pharmacy benefits group attempts to predict drug non-compliance at an early stage.
Oct12	International Society for Hypertension in Blacks recommends aggressive treatment.
Oct12	Exposure at night to dim light may lead to weight gain (in mice)
Oct12	Estrogen therapy associated with kidney stones in postmenopausal women.
Oct09	More on FDA-mandated withdrawal of Meridia (sibutramine) from the U.S. market.
Oct09	Androgen deprivation therapy causes structural bone decay.
Oct09	Abbott removes weight loss drug Meridia (sibutramine) due to stroke and heart disease risk.
Oct07	Branched-chain amino acid supplements prolong lifespan in rodents.
Oct07	CDC awards 1.9 million dollars in grants to local governments for sodium reduction initiatives.
Oct07	Cantel's Mar Cor acquires Gambro's U.S. water purification business
Oct07	Secondary analysis of osteoporosis trial suggests that raloxifene slows progression of CKD.
Oct05	Fistula First offers course for surgeons in Chicago: How to make fistulas that work.
Oct05	NIH adds more patients over 75 to SPRINT blood pressure goal trial.
Oct05	FDA warns Fresenius on response to Liberty cycler and Naturalyte dialysate problems.
Oct05	International Society of Nephrology celebrates 50 years (film)
Oct04	Oleoyl serine may be a new form of treatment for osteoporosis.
Oct04	New evidence suggests that dietary intake of saturated fats has limited risk of CV disease.
Sep30	Strong link found between diabetes and air pollution.
Sep30	CJASN study suggest communication and multidisciplinary care linked to better survival in dialysis units.
Sep30	United States Renal Data Systems 2010 annual report now available on-line.
Sep30	Keryx initiates phase 3 trial of ferric citrate (Zerenex) as a phosphate binder.
Sep28	HHS asking for comments on their action plan to prevent healthcare-associated infections.
Sep28	Abatacept found to be ineffective for lupus
Sep28	EDTNA/ERCA Recommendations for Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression in renal units
Sep27	Soil used by urban gardeners may be contaminated with lead.
Sep25	Transcatheter aortic valve replacement associated with markedly improved survival.
Sep25	Increased magnesium intake associated with a lower incidence of diabetes
Sep25	Octagam IVIG withdrawn from sale due to thromboembolic event risk.
Sep25	EPO/Procrit recall due to particulate matter in vials
Sep23	Off-topic: Vertical wind turbines and schools of fish.
Sep23	FDA says, US patients will only be allowed to take rosiglitazone if they are unable to take pioglitazone.
Sep23	AMAG's Feraheme faces potential challenges due to safety and price concerns.
Sep23	FDA to limit patient access to rosiglitazone (Avandia)
Sep23	Abbott Labs buys international rights to CKD prevention drug bardoxolone
Sep23	What is "dry water"?
Sep23	Three proteins reliably increase in the blood during transplant rejection.
Sep23	European Medicines Agency recommends that Avandia (rosiglitazone) be banned from the European market.
Sep22	NIH-NIDDK workshop (Oct 18-19) on translating CKD research into improved clinical outcomes .
Sep22	FDA advisory committee to meet on October 18 to consider the results of the TREAT anemia study.
Sep22	CMS releases new proposed qualiity measures developed by Arbor Research (1.5 mb pdf file)
Sep22	FDA warns of kidney failure and other side effects from aromatase inhibitors in dietary supplements.
Sep22	Weight-based dosing of taribavirin causes less anemia than ribavirin in hepatitis C treatment.
Sep22	Terlipressin treatment for GI bleeding reduces serum sodium levels.
Sep20	Adenovirus 36 infection linked to obesity in children.
Sep20	Five doctors from South Africa charged in participating in paid kidney donation.
Sep17	MMWR reports transmission of a soil amoeba causing encephalitis via a transplanted organ.
Sep17	Conference call for Medicare Prospective Payment System on Sept. 27th.
Sep15	Read food labels and lose weight.
Sep15	Complement inhibitor treatment may prolong life of donor organs.
Sep15	Defective ABCB4 gene impedes cholesterol excretion into the bile.
Sep14	Key health law provisions to begin September 23rd.
Sep10	NIH launches beta version of new tool to identify unknown pills.
Sep10	FDA approves 510k for sorbent dialysis system.
Sep10	No need to change site of peripheral intravenous drips every 3 days.
Sep10	University of Kansas researchers develop compound that reverses diabetic neuropathy in mice.
Sep10	Alzheimer amyloid precursor protein function discovered to be involved with iron storage
Sep09	MMWR: Who eats fruits and vegetables; time trends by State of residence
Sep09	FDA issues new safety alert re gadolinium-containing contrast agents and NSF.
Sep08	Quercetin (found in onions and black tea) aggravates kidney cancer in rats
Sep08	Long-term weight loss may increase blood levels of fat-soluble organic pollutants.
Sep08	RPA vascular access initiative launched.
Sep07	Vegetable-based low-carbohydrate diets better than those rich in animal protein
Sep07	New gene makes bacteria resistant to almost all known antibiotics.
Sep06	Fresenius to manage dialysis units in Abu Dhabi.
Sep03	Fresenius issues recall on some dialysis machines and other equipment due to power cord issues.
Sep03	Hemodiafiltration reduces intradialytic hypotension episodes but increases predialysis BP.
Sep03	Deal would provide dialysis for illegal immigrants in Atlanta
Sep03	Cranberry juics blocks ability of Staph aureus bacteria to form biofilm in the urinary bladder.
Sep03	Fish oils inactivate inflammatory effects of macrophages present around fat cells
Sep03	Mutation in toll-like receptor gene heightens lupus risk in men.
Sep03	UCSF announces progress on implantable artificial kidney.
Sep03	Novel antimalarial drug candidate shows promise.
Sep03	First clinical trials completed on potent new drug against hepatitis C.
Sep02	NEJM: Increased cardiovascular risk from weight loss drug sibutramine.
Sep02	AASK trial analysis suggests lower BP targets may benefit African Americans with proteinuria.
Aug31	Could a vaccine against Staph aureus toxin alpha hemolysin (Hla) help in exit-site infection?
Aug31	Large study debunks notion that statins may be associated with cancer.
Aug31	Protein called "sprouty" linked to both fat mass and bone density.
Aug31	Apixaban reduces stroke risk more than aspirin in patients with atrial fibrillation.
Aug30	Genzyme rebuffs takeover bid from Sanofi-Aventis
Aug29	Molecule found that deactivates selective components of the complement system.
Aug27	Bleeding during dialysis: VA patient advisory that led to the decision to adopt Redsense technology
Aug27	Renal Research Institute Advances in CKD 2011 conference; Jan 26-28, 2011, in Miami, FL. (Program: 2 mb .pdf file)
Aug26	European data shows no increased mortality risk with increased Hb variability.
Aug26	Analysis of large claims-based dataset suggests heart risks for rosiglitazone and pioglitazone are similar.
Aug26	Genetic variants in protein kinase C affect CKD progression in type 2 diabetics of Chinese descent.
Aug26	Novartis options siRNA drug from Quark Pharma to reduce AKI and delayed allograft function.
Aug26	New NICE hypertension in pregnancy guidelines issued; recommend daily aspirin
Aug26	Back to the future: Renin profiling claimed to be useful in predicting response to RAAS inhibitors or beta-blockers.
Aug26	Redsense blood leak alarm to become mandatory for Veterans Administration dialysis patients in the U.S.
Aug26	Baxter fined in Australia for alleged anti-competitive behavior.
Aug26	Fresenius to acquire peritoneal dialysis business from Gambro.
Aug26	Naringenin from grapefruits shows promise as a treament for type 2 diabetes
Aug26	L-arginine supplements markedly increase ability to perform endurance exercise.
Aug24	Randomized trial shows that drinking water before a meal reduces calorie consumption.
Aug24	Genetic studies underline pleiomorphic effects of Vitamin D.
Aug24	Early corticosteroid withdrawal improves graft and patient survival rates.
Aug21	KDIGO initiative for improved drug dosing in patients with kidney disease
Aug21	Pasteurized eggs may be indicated groups at high risk for Salmonella infection.
Aug20	National Renal Administrators Association offers new bundlng tool.
Aug20	Binge drinking markedly increases death risk in subjects with hypertension.
Aug20	Adding fish oil to low fat diet helps metabolic syndrome.
Aug20	Two FDA approved drugs cause HIV to mutate itself to death in mice.
Aug19	Vitamin D may improve allergic aspergillosis related diseases.
Aug17	FDA to withdraw approval of midodrine for orthostatic hypotension, because promised additional studies have not been submitted.
Aug17	Bariatric surgery markedly improves type 2 diabetes
Aug17	FDA approves longer use of (200 days) of valganciclovir for CMV prophylaxis post transplant.
Aug15	CMS to host confernce call on its Quality Incentives Program on Aug 24, 2:00 PM EST
Aug15	ALLHAT long-term follow-up study confirms advantages of diuretics.
Aug15	Type of insurance markedly affects creation of AV fistula rate in incident dialysis patients.
Aug13	Rate of kidney stones in U.S. children seems to have increased markedly.
Aug13	New serum tests for ovarian cancer with 100% accuracy!
Aug12	CMS may require one physician visit/month to home dialysis patients in order to get paid.
Aug11	Beta amyloid and tau protein in spinal fluid predict Alzheimer disease with 90% accuracy.
Aug10	Niacin may be useful treatment against Candida albicans and Aspergillus
Aug10	Artificial life forms evolve basic intelligence
Aug05	Problems with HDCN login Thursday morning 10:00 AM Chicago time
Aug04	ANNA plans KDAE - kidney disease awareness and education week, 9-13 August.
Aug04	HDCN: Vascular calcification; Parts 3-5 from ASDIN meeting talks.
Aug04	CMS implements steps to close donut hole for pharmaceutical funding
Aug04	CDC reports U.S. obesity rates for 2009 by state
Aug02	Low carb diet boosts HDL cholesterol more than low fat diet over 2-year period.
Aug02	Need evidence of rehabilitation with nocturnal dialysis? How about competitive high-jumping?
Aug02	Mix-ups of reused dialyzers in the newspapers.
Aug02	New drug resistant strain of E. Coli spreading in the U.S. as well as abroad.
Jul31	Is a dialysate calcium of 2.50 mEq/L too high?
Jul30	Calcium supplements increase the risk of heart attack in postmenopausal women.
Jul29	VA innovation initiative accepting grant applications until Sept. 30, 2010.
Jul28	Plan for urine-powered fuel cells leaks out
Jul28	Biotrends data suggests that use of ESAs for stage 4 CKD is falling.
Jul28	Presence of nonhuman sialic acid in biotech drugs can provoke an immune response.
Jul28	Pulse steroids kill plasmacytoid dendritic cells in lupus
Jul26	CMS issues final rule for bundling and prospective payment (large .pdf file)
Jul25	UK National Health Service rumored to be planning draconian cuts in service.
Jul24	NxStage revenue increased by 21% on home products sales.
Jul24	Sugar substitutes may be useful to lose weight, after all.
Jul24	Marcrophage fatty acid synthase a new target to prevent atherosclerosis.
Jul24	Conference of portable dialysis technology and 3rd ISHD meeting, 30_Sep to 2_Oct, Vincenza, Italy (large .pdf file)
Jul22	Osteocalcin and bone intimately involved in diabetes and insulin action.
Jul21	FDA freezes enrollment in pioglitazone vs. rosiglitazone safety study.
Jul21	Glitazones act NOT as PPAR-gamma agonists, but by blocking PPAR phosphorylation by ckd5.
Jul20	Inhaled insulin comes one step closer to FDA approval.
Jul20	FDA approves generic version of transdermal clonidine.
Jul20	Fresenius signs licensing agreement with company specializing in anti-thrombotic coating technology.
Jul16	RPA Public Policy in a Minute webcast
Jul16	APOL1 gene increases risk of kidney disease in African Americans.
Jul15	FDA review panel shows mixed opinions about whether Avandia should be withdrawn from sale.
Jul15	Drink tea by the quart? If so you might risk fluorosis.
Jul15	ACCORD (NEJM): HbA1c target < 6% and combo statin/fenofibrate Rx better for retinopathy.
Jul15	NEJM: Rituximab may be better than cyclophosphamide for relapsing vasculitis
Jul15	NEJM: Rituximab similar to cyclophosphamide for treament of vasculitis.
Jul12	Abstracts from 2010 World Congress of Cardiology - Posters (274 page .pdf)
Jul12	World Congress of Cardiology 2010 oral presentation abstracts (100 page .pdf)
Jul12	Who is new CMS head Donald Berwick?
Jul12	Current breathing system filters used in anesthesia no good when wet.
Jul12	Florida group to market automobile designed specifically to accommodate a wheelchair.
Jul12	UK national health service to undergo massive structural overhaul
Jul12	New Canadian osteoporosis guidelines recommend 800-2000 IU of vitamin D for those over 50.
Jul12	Fatty acid elongase cures type 2 diabetes in mice.
Jul09	More on the FDA and Avandia (rosiglitazone) safety issues.
Jul08	Getting forgetful? P7C3 seems to help aging rats.
Jul08	Rosiglitazone safety issues continue to be unresolved. FDA to reveal new data tomorrow.
Jul08	After 15 months, FDA decides that Nephros HDF system does not meet substantial equivalency test.
Jul08	Cholesterol can exit the blood via the liver into the intestine while bypassing bile.
Jul08	High-protein reduced calorie diet linked to loss on bone density in women.
Jul08	New mystery gene linked to FSGS
Jul08	Nicotinamide inhibits Candidal infection
Jul08	What is oh-GLICK-nack-ase and why is it important?
Jul06	Healthcare.gov -- the U.S. government's new website providing insurance plan info to patients.
Jul06	Robert Brenner named CEO of start-up company focusing on use of stem cells to treat kidney disease.
Jul06	CROWN Web phase III coming in January of 2011.
Jul06	Got a thick neck? Might not be so good if you're a child.
Jul06	Good outcomes reported with every other night nocturnal dialysis.
Jul06	AmeriWater to use Nephros dual-stage ultrafilters in its portable water purification systems.
Jul06	Cocoa flavanols increase angiogenic cell number.
Jul06	Obesity-induced inflammation linked to !L-6 generation via adipocyte PCK-zeta.
Jul06	INVEST study published in JAMA: No benefit of targeting BP < 130/80 in diabetics vs. 130-140
Jul06	How water drinking increases blood pressure and sympathetic activity.
Jul03	HDCN: Best talks on hyponatremia ever
Jul03	Blueprint for a cure for HIV starts to come into focus.
Jul02	Bundling rule proposal goes to Office of Management and Budget for approval.
Jul02	Why 25 vitamin D levels may be low in uremia.
Jul02	Olive oil consumption downregulates gene activity associated with atherosclerosis.
Jul02	Honey as a topical antibiotic explained.
Jul02	Sugary drink consumption raises risk of hypertension.
Jul02	HDCN password server is down
Jun30	Effect of moving to a high-diagnostic geographic region on patient risk scores.
Jun30	NEJM: Is computed tomography safe?
Jun30	What?? Vasopressin does what???
Jun29	Can't decide if rosiglitazone is safe for the heart? Ask Consumer Reports.
Jun29	Video presentation summary of ACCORD trial results.
Jun29	KDOQI CKD guideline of BP < 130/80 is being questioned.
Jun29	Fresenius issues recall of 5008 and 5008S dialysis machines in the UK.
Jun29	Beetroot juice in the news as a means of lowering blood pressure and CV risk.
Jun29	New study shows no increased cardiovascular risk due to rosiglitazone.
Jun29	ACCORD trial results with HbA1C < 6% show some benefits, some risks.
Jun29	ACCORD trial shows eye benefits of intensive glucose control and of statin+fibrate therapy.
Jun29	American Diabetes Association 2010 meeting abstracts
Jun28	Calorie labeling in restaurant chains goes national.
Jun28	NEJM paper for everolimus use in PKD (full text)
Jun28	NEJM paper for sirolimus use in PKD randomized trial (full text).
Jun28	NEJM link to early vs. late start paper (full text).
Jun28	EDTA late-breaking clinical trial results: Early vs. late start makes no difference; Rosuvastatin no good, but atorvastatin good, in treating CKD proteinuria.
Jun26	EDTA late breaking clinical trials: Sirolimus, everolimus RCT results re slowing of ADPKD
Jun26	EDTA/ERA 2010 scientific conference accepted abstracts.
Jun24	First year residents to be limited to work shifts no longer than 16-hours
Jun24	Selective estrogen compound activates cell-surface receptors only, may confer vascular protection.
Jun22	NKDEP provides training materials regarding nutrition in nondialysis CKD patients.
Jun22	European Soc Hypertension 2010 meeting abstracts - June 21st.
Jun22	European Soc Hypertension 2010 meeting abstracts - June 19th.
Jun22	European Soc Hypertension 2010 meeting abstracts - June 19th.
Jun22	ENDO 2010 "abstracts 2 view"
Jun22	Daily new reports of ENDO 2010 meeting
Jun22	Medicare physician payment cut could cost millions more in reprocessing.
Jun22	Genetic septet in control of platelet stickiness.
Jun22	Price comparison shopping enters the medical marketplace.
Jun22	UK National Health Service argues for complete ban on use of trans fats.
Jun22	FDA to hold daylong meeting on medical device innovation.
Jun22	Wall Street Journal article highlights food - drug interactions.
Jun22	Cutting carbs more effective than low-fat diet in insulin-resistant women.
Jun22	Affymax shares fall after cardiovascular risk concerns raised about hematide.
Jun19	Peter Stewart's "Acid-Base Balance" online in full text.
Jun18	HDCN: Diabetic nephropathy talks from RW2009; more RW2009 audiofiles
Jun18	Senate fails to spare doctors from Medicare cuts.
Jun18	Blood pressure of 110 and above in teenage boys presages HTN.
Jun17	Once-weekly exenatide controls weight and HbA1c in DURATION-4 study.
Jun17	Angiomyeloproliferative lesions in the kidney after direct autologous stem cell injection.
Jun17	FDA increasing it's interest in mercury exposure via dental amalgam.
Jun17	Tranexamic acid, a procoagulant, reduces serious bleeding in trauma patients.
Jun17	Medicare may revisit coverage of ESAs.
Jun17	German Shepherd dogs show ability to sniff out prostate cancer in urine specimens.
Jun17	Has the cause of type 1 diabetes been found?
Jun17	Inhibition of complement may be new strategy of anticoagulation for dialysis.
Jun17	Daily use of probiotics reduces risk of ventilator-associated pneumonia by half.
Jun17	Gut bacteria can clearly trigger arthritis in a susceptible-mouse model.
Jun16	Home Dialysis Plus raises 50 million dollars of seed money investment.
Jun15	Hemoglobin A1c levels slightly higher in African Americans.
Jun13	FDA claims that genetic testing kits are medical devices that need to be regulated.
Jun13	Lancet study suggests that ARBs may be associated with a higher rate of lung cancer.
Jun11	Like maps and lab tests? mmol and mg?
Jun11	Short stature increases risk for heart disease: an important confounder for BMI
Jun10	Bipolar disorders linked to hypertension
Jun10	Allopurinol markedly slows progression of CKD in small randomized trial.
Jun10	Meta-analysis quantifies risk of nephrotic syndrome due to bevacizumab (2%).
Jun10	The secret of why red wine and green tea block some cancers may be revealed.
Jun10	Why did heart attacks go down by 24% in Northern California's Kaiser patients?
Jun10	Continuous aspiration thrombectomy helps return brain function post major strokes.
Jun10	Spanish hospital experiences outbreak of MRSA resistant to linezolid.
Jun10	Ghrelin acting on MC4 receptors in the brain shown to affect serum cholesterol levels.
Jun05	Baxter's IVIG Gammagard being withdrawn as a precaution due to allergic reactions.
Jun03	Consumer Reports: Lead and cadmium in your protein shake? Where is this coming from?
Jun02	World-wide standardization for HbA1c is in the works.
Jun02	Amgen drug denosumab (Prolia) approved by the FDA to fight osteoporosis.
Jun02	DSI Renal named Dr. Mark Kaplan as chief medical officer.
Jun02	Do you have 10 burning questions about the role of FGF23 in kidney disease?
Jun02	Baxter shuffles financial executives
Jun02	How to assess the role of confounding in observational studies
Jun02	Activated basophils and IgE antibodies implicated in an animal model of lupus.
Jun02	Cooking renal tumors with radiofrequency ablation as effective as traditional surgery.
Jun02	Nicer than needles: insulin pills for diabetics in clinical trials.
Jun02	Post-dialysis fall contributed to Gary Coleman's death
Jun02	New paper dipstick test can type blood in a few seconds.
Jun02	Calcium supplements: Too much of a good thing?
Jun02	Lead in ammunition contaminates game meat
May31	HDCN: The rest of the 2010 RRI meeting (18 talks), 23 audiofiles from ASN RW2009,
May31	HDCN login problem fixed
May30	The politics of salt reduction: the food industry fights back.
May29	Ain't necessarily so: High dose cholecalciferol INCREASES falls and fracture risk in elderly women.
May29	Abstracts of the High Blood Pressure Research Council of Australia 31st Scientific Meeting.
May29	Renal research in 19th century Germany.
May28	Neurosurgical journal find concealed images of human brain and spinal cord in Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel drawing.
May26	Genzyme gets FDA approval for Pompe disease drug
May26	FDA mandates labels change for proton pump inhibitors warning of fracture risk.
May26	Watson files abbreviated new drug application for sevelamer carbonate.
May26	Enterovirus gene fragments found in 83% of kids with type 1 diabetes.
May26	Fresenius buys Asia Renal Care.
May26	Drinking fewer sugar-sweetened beverages may lower blood pressure.
May26	B cell genes characterize transplant patients who do well after stopping immunosuppressives.
May26	High levels of HDL cholesterol do not always protect.
May21	Sequencing the bugs in our bodies
May21	Weekly GLP-1 mimetics soon to be available for diabetics.
May21	How texting and mobile apps can improve your health
May21	Venter creates bacterium composed entirely of synthetic DNA.
May21	Long-term metformin use linked to vitamin B12 deficiency
May21	Mercury found in skin-lightening creams
May21	Use of Viagra associated with long-term hearing loss.
May21	Gene fusion may be smoking gun in prostate cancer development
May21	Nanotech breath sensor for acetone detects type 1 diabetes.
May21	Mayo clinic researchers identify important kidney cancer gene.
May20	Federal Trade Commission targets privacy concern about copy machine storage of files on internal hard drive.
May18	Medicare cuts for physicians loom yet again.
May18	Teva Pharmaceutical announces tentative FDA approval of generic cinacalcet (Sensipar)
May18	Pregnenolone sulfate may reduce inflammatatory mediator production by blood vessels.
May18	Sirolimus helpful in treating autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease in pilot study.
May18	Higher blood pressure found in people living in urban areas
May18	E. coli resistant to gentamicin more common, due to gene transfer of resistance element.
May18	Eating processed meat vs. regular meat may increase risk of CV and DM.
May12	Gates foundation announces 78 winners for Round 4 of its Grand Challenges grants
May12	Grandfather clauses may represent a sizeable loophole in the health care reform bill.
May12	Novel plastics designed to inhibit biofilm by blocking bacterial communication and quorum sensing
May12	Treating toxigenic E. coli at the source: Cattle recto-anal junction.
May12	Why multiple drug treatment may be required to treat hepatitis C virus infection.
May12	Off-topic: Does a siphon work because of gravity or pressure?
May12	Off-topic: Can gravity be defied? (video)
May12	Working overtime increases heart risk
May12	Gum disease treatment may help glucose control in patients with diabetes
May11	Sept 30 - Oct 2nd, 2010: 3rd Annual ISHD Congress and World Conference on Portable-Wearable and Miniaturized Systems for Dialysis and UF
May11	Proton pump inhibitors increase risk of fractures and of nosocomial C. difficile
May10	HDCN update: RPA talks, more RRI talks, more RW2009 audiofiles; Dialysis in the poisoned patient
May10	RPA 2010 slide/audio lectures now available on HDCN.
May10	New law could help hospice patients continue dialysis
May10	GAO report validates physician complaints on Medicare claims contractors
May06	Multistate recall of Romaine lettuce underway due to toxigenic E. coli.
May06	Having a TIA? Eat some dark chocolate.
May06	New atherosclerosis gene gives promising results.
May05	New health law will require industry to disclose payments to physicians
May05	Mitochondrial DNA strongly linked to stroke risk
May05	New meta-analysis (Annals Int Med) accentuates increased stroke and thrombosis risk of ESA therapy
May05	NxStage's Q1 revenues jump, losses narrow
May05	High doses of vitamins C and E induce stem cell genetic abnormalities (in vitro)
May05	A single sleepless night can induce insulin resistance in healthies.
May05	Dietary protein may reduce hip fractures in the elderly
May04	American Society of Hypertension program book (see RSS feed for audiofile link)
May04	American Transplant Congress 2010 abstracts now available
May04	Mayo clinic biopsy study of healthy kidneys donated for transplant; they commonly show nephrosclerosis
May04	FDA orders recall of all Baxter Colleague infusion pumps
May04	Fresenius Q1 report shows increased revenues.
May04	Impaired function of natural killer T cells may contribute to pathogenesis of lupus and other autoimmune diseases
May03	GAO report regarding CMS need to evaluate effect of bundling (large .pdf file)
Apr30	The joys of having your spicy meatball and eating it.
Apr30	GAO recommendation that CMS monitor dialysis quality after implementation of bundled payment.
Apr30	DSEN: Organ trafficking is here in the U.S. right now?
Apr30	Octreotide given to patients with liver cysts and ADPKD slows progression of both liver and kidney cysts
Apr30	Provenge (prostate cancer vaccine) approved for use in the U.S. by the FDA
Apr30	SHR (spontaneously hypertensive rat) genome sequenced - 788 mutations found!
Apr30	Doxycyclin plus rifampin effective in Reiter's syndrome
Apr30	New gene link to scleroderma found
Apr30	NEJM: Vitamin E good for nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
Apr28	Eating hot peppers significantly increases (doubles) post-prandial energy expenditure as well as fat oxidation.
Apr28	Lead poisoning risk in wild-shot game birds due to small, undetected lead shot fragments.
Apr28	U.S. federal judge dismisses complaint against Amgen alleging use of kickback to increase Aranesp use.
Apr28	B.Braun announces U.S. availability of dialysis machines with built-in Kt/V monitors based on dialysate UV absorbance measured on-line.
Apr28	Anabolic steroid use in healthies impairs left ventricular relaxation by 50% and also ejection fraction.
Apr28	DaVita reports 1st quarter financial income growth of about 13% higher than previous year.
Apr28	RCT shows that high-dose B vitamins associated with increased risk of progression and CV events in diabetics.
Apr28	Depomedrol and ACTH have different effects on osteonecrosis of the hip, VEGF.
Apr28	Using deep homology to uncover gene - disease associations
Apr26	Provenge prostate cancer vaccine - will the FDA approve it?
Apr24	More arrests in organ trafficking ring
Apr24	FDA approves Zortress(R) - everolimus - for organ transplant use.
Apr24	FDA to increase focus on safety of infusion pumps.
Apr24	Group B strep an underrecognized cause of urinary tract infections.
Apr23	Cryptococcus gatti infections emerge in the northwestern part of the United States
Apr22	Incidence of calcium-alkali syndrome increases with calcium/vitamin D supplementation in the elderly.
Apr22	California legislators consider living organ donor registry.
Apr22	University of Chicago to sell 3 off-site dialysis units to DaVita
Apr22	Blood test for rejection gene markers may preclude need for cardiac biopsy in heart transplant patients
Apr21	FDA press release relating to regulation of home therapy devices
Apr21	Home medical devices to get stricter FDA reveiw
Apr20	About 6 kg of weight loss in obese subjects markedly reduces pro-inflammatory immune dysfunction.
Apr20	Council of Bioethics in UK explores notion of payment for organ donors
Apr20	Institute of Medicine sodium report - full text
Apr20	FDA Statement on Institute of Medicine sodium report
Apr20	Institute of Medicine, Harvard researchers call for rules for sodium reduction in food
Apr20	Diets high in added sugar raise heart disease risk.
Apr19	HDCN: Dual RAAS therapy vs. monotherapy - a debate; RRI 2010 meeting talks (part one); 29 more RW2009 audiofiles; 6 NNJ CE articles; Selecting meds for diabetes in advanced CKD.
Apr19	Bad news and more bad news: Gene that makes you fat melts your brain.
Apr19	Gamma prime fibrinogen levels in the top quarter equals a 7-fold increase in MI risk
Apr15	Premeal ingestion of whey protein suppresses food intake and post-prandial insulin.
Apr15	AJKD: Is niacin ready for prime time as a phosphate binder in stage 3-5 CKD?
Apr15	Senate Democrats move closer to passing a bill delaying physician Medicare 19% pay cuts.
Apr15	Screening kids for CKD using urine dipstick for protein costs 3000 dollars per detected case.
Apr15	Finding love online, despite health problems
Apr14	Bariatric surgery lowers pregnancy complication risk in obese women
Apr14	US Renal to acquire Dialysis Corp of America for 112 million dollars
Apr14	New artificial pancreas pump infusing both insulin and glucagon controls blood sugar better.
Apr14	28 states poised to expand role of nurse practicioners.
Apr13	Health Bill Provision On Long-Term Care Will Affect Baby Boomers
Apr13	Harnessing the Web and Supercomputers to Track Pathogens as They Evolve
Apr13	High glycemic index carbs increase heart risk in women.
Apr13	ITAM-coupled receptors linked to macrophage immune function, arthritis
Apr12	True or false: Seven concerns about the new health care law.
Apr12	Scientist find genetic keys that control tumor metastasis.
Apr12	State of Missouri forced to reduce size of program supporting CKD patient education
Apr12	US/European consortium identifies new genes linked to CKD
Apr11	VA planning to pay Medicare rates (39% reduction) to nonVA clinics for dialysis.
Apr11	Medicare pay cut so that Congress can undo 21% reduction in payments.
Apr11	Nanovaccine stops type 1 diabetes from developing in mice.
Apr11	Generic losartan and losartan + HCTZ now available
Apr07	Tech off topic: Skinput; lean and zoom
Apr07	JAMA: Kidneys from donors with a particular caveolin-1 genotype are rejected twice as often.
Apr07	Merger completed for ESRD Networks 4, 9 and 10.
Apr07	Heparin tested under the new standard may be 10% less potent than previously.
Apr07	High fruit and vegetable intake of limited benefit in cancer prevention.
Apr07	Police smash international organ trafficking ring.
Apr07	NEJM: Telaprevir markedly boosts hepatitis C cure rate.
Apr07	Multicellular organisms that can live in the complete absence of oxygen discovered.
Apr07	Adenylyl cyclase 6 suppression by cilia in bone triggers new bone formation secondary to exercise.
Apr06	Lanthanum carbonate may work in patients intolerant to sevelamer and calcium-based binders.
Apr06	Eating eggs for breakfast helps reduce calorie consumption throughout the day.
Apr02	AMAG and Takeda announce strategic collaboration
Apr02	Nephros revenues 4th quarter of 2009
Apr02	Familial azotemia helps clarify role of urea in uremic toxicity - platelets
Apr02	Will the pre-existing condition federal pool of money soon be exhausted?
Apr01	Are donor kidneys with hepatitis C wasted?
Mar31	Home dialysis patients anxiously wait for health care reform to unfold.
Mar31	ASN World Kidney Day 2010 video
Mar31	Should home dialysis patients register with the city water treatment department?
Mar30	Is a cure for hepatitis C virus at hand?
Mar30	HHS has 90 days to set up a high-risk pool for patients with pre-existing conditions.
Mar30	Is this the end of gene patenting?
Mar30	Eating 1 small square of chocolate per day lowers CV risk by 39%
Mar29	Vascular Access Society of the Americas to hold its symposium in Las Vegas on May 12-14, 2010.
Mar29	U.S. judge invalidates gene patent
Mar29	ANNA action alert - write Congress regardling bundling issues for ESRD care.
Mar29	Novel antivirus compounds target the viral envelope, and are broadly effective.
Mar29	Junk food fed rats keep on eating despite experiencing electric shocks.
Mar29	NKF's legislative action center releases position paper on Health Care Reform bill
Mar29	Silverstrand Investments suing Feraheme over alleged withholding of patient safety info.
Mar29	OIG audit targets Spectra laboratories over billing procedures.
Mar28	Toronto conference on Nephroprevention to be held October 1-2, 2010.
Mar26	HDCN: Thrombotic microangiopathies; 34 new audiofiles from RW09; Transplant across HLA/ABO barriers; Sources of phosphate in the diet
Mar26	House passes edited version of Health Care Reform Reconciliation Bill
Mar26	Probiotic supplements may help the obese lose weight.
Mar26	FDA advisory panel review of ESA risks in CKD (2 hr video)
Mar24	Estimated GFR reporting by laboratories increases nephrology referral; effect on outcomes not yet clear.
Mar24	Diabetes and prediabetes at epidemic proportions (240 million !) in China
Mar24	Fresenius appeals 19.4 M verdict relating to use of Method II billing by Renal Care Group.
Mar23	Utility of metabolic syndrome as a clinical tool debated in Diabetologia journal.
Mar23	Novel compound targetting DC-SIGN receptor developed against HIV
Mar23	High-fructose corn syrup associated with liver scarring in patients with NAFLD.
Mar23	Dropping dialysate sodium using conductivity feedback results in better volume control
Mar22	Health Reform Bill: What's next? The fight moves to the Senate.
Mar22	Inventor of beta-blocking drugs, Scottish scientist Sir James Black, dies.
Mar22	NDT early: Hemodialysis causes microemboli to enter the circulation.
Mar22	Fibrillin-1 and TGF beta linked to scleroderma
Mar22	Multidrug-resistant C. difficile infections on the rise in hospitals
Mar22	High fructose corn syrup = table sugar in terms of fructose content, but not in terms of obesity.
Mar22	Effect of UV sunlight rays on multiple sclerosis -- something other than vitamin D at work?
Mar20	Gov. Schwarzenegger, Steve Jobs, lobby for new organ donor legislation in California.
Mar19	Sen Kent Conrad's letter to CMS concerning the ESRD bundling proposal.
Mar19	JACC paper: Rosuvastatin in CKD subgroup of the JUPITER trial
Mar19	High-dose rosuvastatin reduces mortality in CKD patients by 44%.
Mar19	Stem cell windpipe transplant apparently succeeds in UK child.
Mar18	Kraft to cut sodium content of its processed foods by an average of 10%
Mar15	Slightly elevated lead levels found in some spices to Indian food.
Mar15	Valsartan and nateglitidine of no use in reducing CV death in prediabetics.
Mar15	Level of myeloperoxidase strongly associated with CAD mortality.
Mar15	Higher 25D levels in African Americans associated with vascular calcification
Mar15	ACCORD trial combination fibrate plus statin results (NEJM, pdf)
Mar15	ACCORD trial lower BP target results (NEJM, .pdf)
Mar15	ACCORD trial results released at ACC: BP lower than 120 or addition of fibrates have no benefit in diabetics.
Mar12	New RPA website on-line. Annual Meeting starts today, March 12th.
Mar12	Plavix gets new FDA warning regarding reduced efficacy in 3% slow activators.
Mar12	Man who fixes dialysis machines now has to use one.
Mar12	Early initiation of metformin in type 2 diabetes may have advantages.
Mar12	Spikes in blood pressure predict stroke risk better than high average readings.
Mar12	Weight bearing exercise during weight loss does not prevent increased bone turnover.
Mar11	Family of four gets their genome sequenced
Mar11	Control of serum phosphorus: More emphasis on dietary intake.
Mar11	Today is World Kidney Day
Mar11	Fresenius to offer online hemodiafiltration to its UK clinics.
Mar11	Gastric bypass increases the risk of kidney stones.
Mar11	NEJM: Thyroid hormone analogue lowers LDL cholesterol in statin-treated patients.
Mar10	Hemolysis with intravenous immunoglobulin solutions
Mar10	JASN paper questions use of ion exchange resins to treat hyperkalemia.
Mar10	Researchers confirm the safety of kidney donations
Mar08	Daily dialysis with NxStage system improves sleep and restless legs syndrome.
Mar08	Good Vitamin D levels needed for adequate killer T cell function.
Mar08	DSEN: Bloggers report from the Annual Dialysis Conference in Seattle.
Mar05	Fresenius acquires National Vascular Care
Mar04	Genetic test may be able to predict success rate of low-carb vs. low-fat diet.
Mar04	Pycnogenol (pine bark extract) reduces kidney damage in hypertension.
Mar04	JASN study evaluates longer-term treatment of chronic hyponatremia with tolvaptan.
Mar04	New interest in gut microflora
Mar04	Prostate cancer vaccine (Dendreon) improves survival by 40% in patients with advanced disease.
Mar04	NEJM: Glycated hemoglobin linked to CV death risk in nondiabetic adults.
Mar02	3 different diets equivalent in terms of improving carotid artery atherosclerosis.
Mar02	FDA advisory panel recommends approval of belatacept for kidney transplants.
Mar02	Class I recall of Baxter's Home Choice and Home Choice Pro due to risk of overfill
Mar01	Plan on working until you're 100? Meet such a centenarian physician.
Mar01	Dialysis center owner is a kidney patient.
Mar01	Leukocyte biology suggests that simvastatin may increase infection risk.
Feb28	Rising threat of infections due to drug-resistant Gram-negative infections
Feb26	15th International Congress on Renal Nutrition and Metabolism, May 25 in Lausanne, Switzerland.
Feb25	Fresenius Medical Care reports strong financial results
Feb25	Nintendo Wii exercise games keep elders in shape and combat depression.
Feb25	Estrogen receptor activation for refractory prostate cancer
Feb24	US NKF makes availabe CKD patient education program on modality choice
Feb23	AHA/ACC issue Science Advisory re heart risk and thiazolidinedione drugs.
Feb23	New cardiac CT scanners with 320 detector rows expose patients to 90% less radiation.
Feb22	HDCN: Hepatitis C in renal disease; 52 more RW2009 talks; Sorbent dialysis; HTLV screening in donors.
Feb22	Checklists reduce complications in surgical procedures
Feb22	5-diamond safety program for missed HD treatments (Mid-Atlantic Renal Coalition)
Feb22	Mutations in gene encoding K channel KCNN3 associated with atrial fibrillation.
Feb22	Tests that purported to show conscious thought in longterm coma patient proven unreliable.
Feb18	Anesthesiologists may be the first specialists to be replaced by computers.
Feb18	Output of scientific papers growing quickly in non-US countries; fastest in Iran.
Feb18	JASN: Efficacy and safety of ion exchange resins questioned.
Feb18	Sucrose and trehalose stabilize live vaccines so that refrigeration is no longer needed.
Feb17	Dr. R.H. Lustig on fructose, obesity, and metabolic syndrome (90 min talk)
Feb17	Belatacept shown to be beneficial in routine transplant immunosuppression.
Feb16	Something fishy about metformin
Feb16	Affymax readies blockbuster alternative to Epogen.
Feb15	Next generation of hand sanitizers to use gas plasma.
Feb15	Greater use of extended criteria donor transplants for the elderly recommended.
Feb15	DSEN blog: MD patient questions what should be the minimum dose with NxStage
Feb15	Robotic surgery for prostatectomy - marketing hype or a true advance?
Feb12	CMS Plans Open Door Forum on ESRD and Clinical Laboratories
Feb12	NKDEP offers a suggested approach to drug dosing in CKD
Feb12	Mercury, arsenic and lead commonly found in herbal medicines.
Feb12	Texas jury acquits nurse who complained about a physician's care to the Texas Medical Board.
Feb12	Tetrahydrobiopterin (BH4) a drug already used in humans, prevents diastolic heart failure in mice.
Feb11	Medicare pay fix for doctors hitches a ride on the jobs bill
Feb11	GLP-1 analogue designed to be taken weekly shows promising results in diabetics.
Feb11	DaVita posts Q4 results; doing very well, up 12% relative to Q4 2008.
Feb11	NEJM: Stents better than balloon angioplasty in dialysis patients AV graft stenosis.
Feb10	FDA grants humanitarian use device designation for high MW cutoff membrane in treating multiple myeloma.
Feb10	3SBio licenses China rights to ferric citrate as a phosphate binder.
Feb10	Statins associated with a 40% reduction in risk of cataracts
Feb10	Soy isoflavone tablets of no benefit in preventing bone loss.
Feb10	Thiazolidinediones increase fracture risk in observational study.
Feb10	Harmless virus kills cancer cells that activate the Ras pathway in cells.
Feb09	Even mild hypokalemia in heart failure patients with early-stage CKD associated with increased mortality.
Feb08	What is "third-hand smoke" and why is it potentially dangerous?
Feb08	AMAG safety update on adverse effects in patients taking Ferraheme
Feb08	Speed dating model used to match physicians with patients.
Feb08	TERC and telomere length linked to biologic age in humans.
Feb08	Barley, beer (esp. pale ale), orthosilicic acid, and bone health
Feb04	ANNA anounces its new elected officers for the coming year.
Feb04	Who will provide unreimbursed dialysis to immigrant dialysis patients in Atlanta?
Feb04	Metabolism across mammals is a function of body weight to the 2/3 power and not to the 3/4.
Feb04	USRDS presentations at ASN Renal Week 2009
Feb04	New metaanalysis debunks link between saturated fat intake and heart disease.
Feb03	Why changing the gut microbiota with antibiotics may have adverse effects.
Feb03	Nordic Medcom AB to distribute NxStage hemodialysis system in Scandinavia.
Feb03	NEJM: Many people in a coma are not really in a coma - willful modulation of brain activity.
Feb01	CMS issues new guidelines for adequacy, infection, and access reporting.
Feb01	Serious liver disorder associated with didanosine (drug used to treat HIV) use
Jan29	Class I recall issued for Aquarius hemodialysis machine made by Edwards and distributed by Baxter.
Jan29	Spontaneous remission in 34% of patient with idiopathic membranous GN treated conservatively.
Jan29	Overweight elderly live longer.
Jan27	ASH 25th Annual Scientific Meeting to be held May 1-4, 2010 in New York City.
Jan27	HDCN: HIV nephropathy, Heart-Kidney Connection; SGLT2 blockers in diabetes; RW2009 audiofiles; Rituximab.
Jan27	Think you know how platelets are made? Guess again.
Jan27	Financial burden of providing emergency dialysis to illegal immigrants at Las Vegas UMC.
Jan27	New software allows 3D imaging during coronary angiography.
Jan27	Doctors without borders dialyzes patients in Haiti with AKI due to crush syndrome.
Jan27	Longevity effects of human growth hormone debunked by long-lived deficients.
Jan27	Magnesium brain content associated with cognitive function
Jan27	Vitamin D deficiency linked to GI microflora, gut immunity, and Crohn's disease.
Jan27	Password access to HDCN has been restored.
Jan26	Prostate cancer vaccine increases survival of patients with refractory, metastatic disease.
Jan26	UC professor engineers oral vaccines against malaria and cholera.
Jan26	AJKD: Comments on AURORA study results on use of statins in CKD patients.
Jan26	AJKD: Series of editorials from different perspectives on CMS 2009 prospective payment system.
Jan25	Providing dialysis to illegal immigrants costing one university dialysis center 2 M dollars/month.
Jan25	MMWR: Prevalence of abnormal lipid levels among youths
Jan25	FDA schedules premarket clearance meeting re medical devices on 18 Feb, 2010
Jan25	Spearphishing schemes target doctors by masquerading as habitual, trusted sources.
Jan24	Dr. Bernard Canaud to receive 2010 Belding Scribner Trailblazer Award at the ADC
Jan21	NEJM study quantitates benefits of salt reduction on CV outcomes.
Jan21	Retail meat linked to urinary tract infections.
Jan21	New sensor can measure glucose in exhaled breath
Jan20	Gambro announces agreement to acquire CHF solutions.
Jan20	New business analysis published on global trends in dialysis markets.
Jan20	DaVita names Dr. John Moran as VP in charge of home therapies.
Jan17	Why some doctors are opting out of Medicare.
Jan16	National CKD surveillance system is in the works
Jan16	Uncomfortable arithmetic: whom to cover vs. what to cover.
Jan15	Baxter recalls Home Choice automated PD systems due to risk of overfill.
Jan15	Comments to CMS regarding effect of bundling on frequent hemodialysis
Jan14	UC Davis study confirms efficacy of calcium plus vitamin D in reducing fracture risk.
Jan14	Slightly elevated blood lead levels in adolescents associated with reduced cystatin GFR.
Jan14	Alzheimer's disease might be detectable by a retinal exam.
Jan13	Baxter to face lawsuits over tainted heparin.
Jan13	Sophisticated insulin pump prototype in development for type 1 diabetes mellitus
Jan13	BPA (bisphenol A) linked to cardiovascular risk.
Jan13	HDCN secure server certificate updated
Jan12	Intranasal and intracranial TGF-alpha restores motor function after stroke in rats.
Jan12	Obesity identified as a risk factor for clear cell kidney cancer.
Jan11	New test strip developed to detect blue algae microcystins in water.
Jan11	CV and kidney progression risk tied to proteinuria may be affected by race.
Jan08	CJASN: Higher serum calcium levels associated with increased mortality.
Jan07	Miami's Jackson County health system can no longer pay for dialysis of poor patients.
Jan07	UCLA study shows metformin to be safe in patients with diabetes and advanced heart failure.
Jan06	One man's mission to create a living mind inside of a machine.
Jan06	NEJM FDA op ed piece: Time for reevaluation of anemia drugs.
Jan06	FDA plans safety panel on 3 drugs for anemia.
Jan06	Study examines the mathematical benefits of drawing multiple patient lab samples.
Jan06	Fresenius Medical Care urges patients to prepare for winter storms.
Jan06	Temporary reprieve eases crisis for dialysis-dependent illegal immigrants.
Jan06	Genetic survey of clear cell renal cancer samples identifies new gene abnormalities.
Jan06	Calorie information from fast food and other restaurants underestimates true calorie content of their foods.
Jan06	Candesartan prevents proliferative gene profile in diabetic eye disease.
Jan06	Plate weight monitor helps children slow rate of eating at mealtimes.
Jan05	HDCN: ANCA vasculitis treatment; FGF23 in MBR; Iron and Anemia; Impact of Bundling; Metabolic syndrome after Transplant
Jan05	Vitamin C arrests senescence in mice mutated to mimic Werner syndrome.
Jan05	Glycyrrhizin increases ability of skin to ward off infection.
Jan05	Fat mass helps build bone in young girls.
Jan05	Sharing a hospital room increases the risk of C. difficile infection
Dec31	Political cartoons dealing with health care reform
Dec31	Vitamin E supplements can shorten life expectancy in some patients
Dec31	Officials re-examining organ donor rules after transmittal of amoebic brain infection
Dec29	High price of FDA approval - the case of colchicine.
Dec29	Disinfectants may promote emergence of superbugs.
Dec29	Transplanted organs from donor who died of undiagnosed brain disease transmitted amoebic brain infection to recipient.
Dec29	Risk of ESRD in diabetics has been decreasing by 4% per year since 1996.
Dec29	Inner ear organs can alter brain blood flow, affect postural hypotension, dizziness.
Dec29	JRN: Updated list of phosphate in sports drinks and other beverages.
Dec29	Am Diabetes Assoc promoted increased use of Hb A1C to diagnose diabetes.
Dec29	Renal sympathetic nerve ablation being tested in the UK to treat hypertension
Dec26	Interview with DaVita CEO Kent Thiry re health care reform.
Dec23	Caloric restriction longevity effects linked to telomerase activity.
Dec23	INF2 gene mutations linked to focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS)
Dec23	American Heart Association's selection of top 10 research advances
Dec23	Intestinal liner to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity approved for sale in Europe.
Dec23	Aggressive BP treatment in patients over 80 may result in increased mortality.
Dec22	Dr. Tom Parker III awarded AAKP's 2010 Medal of Excellence Award
Dec22	Adenylyl cyclase senses bicarbonate levels and regulates blood pH (in dogfish shark)
Dec22	Deoxycytidine kinase enzyme shown to profoundly affect adaptive immune system.
Dec22	Neuropeptide Y receptors on osteoblasts are evidence of how brain and diet control bone formation.
Dec21	Facebook post brings Iowa man a new kidney.
Dec21	24-h BP monitoring disturbs sleep in some, artifactually affecting the amount of nocturnal BP dipping.
Dec21	Genetic studies clarify differing European and West African components of inheritance in African Americans
Dec18	HDCN registration server is down. Working to fix it.
Dec17	HDCN: Renal cancers, Anemia, Race and ESRD, New approaches to hyponatremia, more ADC talks, 50 more RW09 abstracts.
Dec17	Physicians advocate for repeal of Medicare sustainable growth rate approach.
Dec17	House votes to delay Medicare physician reimbursement reductions until March.
Dec16	Mostly immigrant dialysis patients lose lawsuit against closure of Grady dialysis unit.
Dec16	Scientists crack genetic code of skin and lung cancer.
Dec16	RPA final comments on ESRD prospective payment system.
Dec15	Kidney Care Partners letter to senators regarding immunosuppressive drug reimbursement issues.
Dec15	Reducing dialysis reimbursement to pay for transplant drugs draws opposition.
Dec14	Prussian blue linked to formation of urea, lactic acid and other origins of life molecules.
Dec14	Scientists isolate new antifreeze molecule from beetle.
Dec12	Star fruit intoxication in patients with moderate CKD not yet on dialysis
Dec11	Blood stem cell transplants "cure" sickle cell disease in 9/10 adults
Dec11	Issues in the proposed Senate health bill under discussion
Dec11	Just when you thought it was safe to make popcorn.
Dec10	NNJ: Myths of CCHT Certification regarding the April 2010 deadline.
Dec10	Carotid artery endarterectomy beneficial for CKD patients with high-grade carotid artery stenosis.
Dec09	Fresenius Medical Care prepares for CEO transition.
Dec09	Australia lifts ban on xenotransplantation.
Dec09	2009 Nobel prize winners in medicine -- see their lectures on-line.
Dec08	Compilation of international human subject protection laws (large .pdf file)
Dec08	FDA panel recommends approval of everolimus for transplant rejection with a risk mitigation plan.
Dec08	West Nile virus infection may persist in the kidneys for years after infection.
Dec08	Researchers find hidden sensory system in the skin.
Dec08	Drug reimportation re-emerges in health care debate.
Dec07	Three nurses unions merge
Dec07	Renal Research Institute Advances in CKD conference: New Orleans, Jan 20-22, 2010
Dec07	Typing on a computer screen using only your mind.
Dec07	NEJM: Dabigatran as good as warfarin for venous thromboembolism prevention.
Dec07	Donor kidneys from which renal masses have been removed yield good results.
Dec07	Vitamin D levels linked to survival in myeloma patients.
Dec07	Encouraging results in new 3-drug regimen in multiple myeloma.
Dec07	Genetic studies reveal new cause of severe obesity in childhood on chromosome 16.
Dec04	Blood clot risk increased up to 70 times as long as 6 weeks after surgery.
Dec04	Amyloid fibrils are toxic per se, the shorter the fibril, the more damage it causes.
Dec04	Observational study suggests remarkable protection against graft-versus-host disease by statins.
Dec04	Physicians opine about health care reform (humor)
Dec03	Register now for the ASN Renal Weekends summary meetings in any of 6 cities
Dec03	Finasteride linked to increase risk of breast cancer in men.
Dec03	Novel "locked nucleic acid" drug markedly lowers hepatitis C viral counts in chimpanzees.
Dec03	Rat study suggests that fructose consumption in CKD blocks intestinal Ca absorption and vitamin D activation
Dec03	What is "pay for delay" and how does it affect availability of generic drugs?
Dec02	American Indian health care in the U.S. may be reorganized.
Dec02	Heparin potency to change by 10% with new labeling requirements.
Dec02	Urea concentrations between 10 and 40 mM induce reactive oxygen species in cell culture.
Dec02	Heart failure linked to gene variant affecting vitamin D activation.
Dec02	Concern grows for immigrant dialysis patients after closure of Grady dialysis unit.
Dec01	Tech off-topic: Japanese robots in dance-off competition.
Dec01	HDCN: 1 new CNC (transplant) and 3 RW2009 official symposia (transplant, bone, anemia), more 2009 ADC talks
Dec01	TLR2 (toll-like receptors) linked to inflammatory damage in atherosclerotic plaque.
Dec01	Are peptoids that disable autoreactive T cells the next step in treatment of autoimmune disease?
Dec01	Protein Kinase G (PKG) controls brown fat abundance; may be manipulated in treatment of obesity.
Dec01	Copper surfaces harbor remarkably few bacteria.
Dec01	Whistleblower lawsuit alleges Medicare fraud by Amgen related to EPO dosing.
Dec01	JASN: Transplant nephrectomy associated with improved survival.
Nov29	eGFR calculator creatinine entry problem for values between 1.00 and 1.10 corrected
Nov29	The Royal Society published 350 years of scientific history on Trailblazing website.
Nov27	Interview with NxStage CEO Jeff Burbank discusses home dialysis, impact of bundling.
Nov27	Stress-related blood pressure linked to phosducin.
Nov27	Zap your hands with ionized plasma to rid them of superbugs.
Nov27	Diabetes expected to double, costs to triple, by 2034 in the United States.
Nov26	Instead of looking to get omega-3s from fish, look to the algae.
Nov26	New theory of causation of multiple sclerosis focuses on iron injury due to impaired venous drainage.
Nov26	Rituximab helps preserve beta cell function in patients with early type 1 diabetes.
Nov25	Feeding time a major factor on gene induction circadian variability
Nov25	High salt intake linked to risk of stroke and cardiovascular disease.
Nov25	Nexilin mutations identified as a cause of dilated cardiomyopathy.
Nov25	Overweight? Try using smaller plates.
Nov24	Tech off-topic: What is clear type and how do you activate it on your computer?
Nov24	Tired of giving expensive vitamin Ds to dialysis patients? Cholecalciferol is cheap and seems to work.
Nov24	Diabetics show alarming increase in morbid obesity
Nov24	CDC issues prevalence maps by county for obesity and diabetes
Nov24	Paralyzed man was misdiagnosed as being in coma for 23 years.
Nov23	Progress in xenotransplant. Pig kidneys live for 50 days in baboons.
Nov23	Is there good Staph living in one's skin?
Nov21	HDCN: Pharmacogenetics, proteinuria pharma effects CNC; more ADC talks; RW09 abstracts
Nov20	CDC: Recs for clinical laboratories on how best to diagnose Shiga toxin-producing E.Coli.
Nov20	JASN: Removing a failed transplant associated with increased survival in ESRD patients.
Nov20	How to take a gorilla's blood pressure? Very carefully.
Nov19	HACH recalls vials of residual peroxide test strips because of a packaging error
Nov19	OPTN/UNOS board reapproves 236 living donor transplant programs
Nov19	What happens to data privacy when a personal genomics company goes bankrupt?
Nov19	Workers exposed to secondhand smoke in outdoor environments have elevated blood levels of cotinine.
Nov19	Cigarette smoke found to be contaminated with many pathogenic bacteria.
Nov19	ESRD-related language in candidate Senate healthcare reform bill.
Nov19	FDA issues warning letters to 22 websites marketing health products with unapproved claims.
Nov18	Niacin plus statin no better than niacin alone in elderly patients with CAD.
Nov18	Women at risk from vitamin A deficiency.
Nov18	NEJM: IV iron improves functional capacity and QOL in heart failure patients with iron deficiency
Nov18	Genzyme cancels development of Renvela successor.
Nov18	N95 high filtration masks for staff to prevent influenza? Maybe not worth the money.
Nov18	Looking for medical images on the web? Try Google Swirl.
Nov17	Scientific sessions of the American Heart Association portal
Nov17	Google translate now talks and translates in real time between 51 different languages.
Nov17	FDA: Omeprazole and clopidogrel drug:drug interaction reducing efficacy of clopidogrel
Nov17	JASN: FSGS after anabolic steroid abuse.
Nov17	DSEN: Kidney patient blog reports, Nov 15th.
Nov17	In LaCrosse, WI, "everyone" has filled out an advance directives form
Nov17	NEJM: Continuous flow LV assist devices markedly improve survival in severe heart failure.
Nov15	NEJM: Editorial regarding the HALTS trial (ezetimibe vs. niacin)
Nov15	NEJM: Extended-release niacin better than ezetimibe (Vytorin) for atherosclerosis reduction
Nov15	Health Care marketplace: Make and offer on PriceDoc.com
Nov14	USRDS posters at ASN renal week 2009
Nov14	Myostatin inhibitors increase muscle mass and strength in monkeys via gene therapy.
Nov14	ASTRAL study published in NEJM: No benefit of revascularization in renovascular hypertension.
Nov14	Children with CKD often have undetected hypertension that is associated with LVH.
Nov14	Why certain antibiotics like cipro and tetracycline counteract each other
Nov14	Excessive ingestion of selenium supplements can increase cholesterol by 10%
Nov14	Getting fat recently? Maybe too many Firmicutes bacteria in your gut.
Nov14	CDC reports on cigarette smoking trends in the U.S. Some progress (3.5% drop over 10 years)
Nov14	WHO: Antivirals should be given early to high-risk patients who fall ill with suspected H1N1 flu.
Nov14	FDA safety alert on particulate contamination of Fabrazyme and other Genzyme injectables.
Nov14	New database for out-of-network pay set to replace disputed Ingenix system
Nov14	Nephros reports 3rd quarter results. FDA approvals for HDF device still pending.
Nov10	KDIGO guidelines for care of the transplant patient
Nov10	Want to comment on the CMS prospective payments system for ESRD? Here's how.
Nov10	If you're fat in Japan, your employer may be breaking the law.
Nov10	Off-topic: Cinderella fruits in Africa become cash crops
Nov10	Tissue-engineered penile erectile tissue fully functional when implanted in rabbits
Nov10	Obesity and hypertension are independent risk factor for left atrial enlargement with aging.
Nov10	High-sugar diets and chocolate create withdrawal with increased CRF levels.
Nov10	Insurers, drugmakers turn to Senate for changes to health care reform bills.
Nov10	OIG audit of dialysis facilities in terms of target Hb range for ESA dosing; only 54% comply.
Nov10	Amgen lawsuit highlights industry practice of overfilling vials.
Nov10	AMA news reviews current status of health care reform legislation.
Nov09	Cleveland Clinic post-op ARF risk calculator
Nov06	Experts map the body's bacteria
Nov06	1930s gonorrhea drug acriflavine blocks HIF-1 induced new blood vessel proliferation.
Nov06	CJASN: Higher phosphorus levels in preESRD patients linked with coronary artery calcification.
Nov05	RPA releases an analysis of the Final Rule for the 2010 Medicare Fee Schedule..
Nov05	Benlysta (belimumab) phase III trial for lupus gives positive results.
Nov05	Glucose may have a life-shortening effect in worms (and maybe humans).
Nov05	Genome 10K project seeks to sequence DNA from 10,000 vertebrates.
Nov05	Home dialysis experts questions CMS decision to merge home training costs into the bundle.
Nov05	French study suggests daily online HDF promotes catchup growth in kids.
Nov05	NEJM: Hematide corrects anemia due to ESA-induced pure red cell aplasia.
Nov04	Off-pump bypass surgery comes up short in RCT against older method
Nov04	CMS extends comment period on proposed ESRD bundling regs to Dec. 16, 2009.
Nov04	FDA unveils "Safe Use Initiative" to reduce medication-related side-effects.
Nov04	TLR4 on macrophages may mediate the immune system response to excess fat.
Nov04	Wolfing down food may be one reason people are getting fat.
Nov04	Steamed food diet may be best for CKD patients due to lower AGE content.
Nov04	ROMK downstream pathway clarified; may lead to new drugs to combat hyperkalemia in CKD
Nov03	Surprise for organ donors: unexpected medical bills; pre-existing condition risk.
Nov03	FDA warns about adverse renal effects of Byetta (exenatide)
Nov03	Role of aspirin in primary prevention of cardiovascular disease being questioned.
Nov03	One particular MRSA strain associated with high mortality rates.
Nov03	Proton-pump inhibitors associated with multiple side effects.
Nov03	Statins may protect against deep venous thrombosis
Nov03	Children who drink full-fat milk weigh less.
Nov03	Consumer Reports: Bisphenol A widespread in canned foods, including soups, juice, tuna.
Oct30	TREAT trial of darbepoetin in diabetics with preESRD shows no benefit and increased stroke risk.
Oct29	Rockwell announces completion of Phase IIB study of dialysate-supplemented iron therapy.
Oct29	NIH launches SPRINT RCT to study systolic BP target effect on progression into CKD.
Oct29	Anabolic steroid use in body builders leads to FSGS.
Oct29	Teriparatide outperforms alendronate in treating steroid-induced osteoporosis.
Oct28	50K or ergocalciferol every 2 weeks as maintentance treatment for vitamin D deficiency.
Oct28	Shire's Fosrenol approved in Europe for preESRD patients
Oct28	Fish oil (DHA) metabolite resolvin 2 found to have marked anti-inflammatory activity
Oct28	Gut bacteria linked to diet, immune system functioning via short chain fatty acid receptor
Oct28	eGFR calculator using CKD-EPI equation link on HDCN now fixed
Oct28	Ureakinetics.org website now live (hemodialysis adequacy program)
Oct26	HDCN: Collagen nephropathies, 19 more ADC 2009 talks, anemia symposium from 2009 ANNA.
Oct26	New LOAD combination treatment for Helicobacter better than the usual regimen.
Oct26	Gene therapy allows children previously blind with Leber's amaurosis to see low levels of light.
Oct26	Blue-light filtering increases macular pigment, may protect against dry macular degeneration.
Oct26	Histone released from damaged cells during trauma or sepsis damages blood vessels.
Oct25	NKF 2009 updated summary of cookbooks for renal patients.
Oct25	Alternate-day fasting seems to work as a short-term weight loss tool.
Oct23	FDA authorizes use of IV peramivir for hospitalized patients with H1N1 infection.
Oct23	FDA Medwatch reports another case of PML after rituximab in a rheumatoid arthritis patient.
Oct23	Congenital chloride diarrhea diagnosed by total gene scanning in a young child.
Oct22	AJKD: Solute-solver, an open source program to monitor hemodialysis adequacy.
Oct22	NEJM: Strict BP control lowers progression rate in kids with CKD
Oct22	First results of influenza A H1N1 pandemic in dialysis units - an international survey
Oct22	NEJM: 40 ml/kg/hr no better than 25 ml/kg/hr fluid replacement rate in CHDF to treat ICU patients with renal failure
Oct20	American College of Rheumatology 2009 annual meeting abstract search
Oct19	Swine flu vaccine delayed, CDC says.
Oct19	Black box warning for Dexferrum (iron dextran) modified after anaphylactic reactions.
Oct19	Advances in Peritoneal Dialysis 2009 now available in full text form.
Oct19	FDA delays approval of Amgen's denosumab to treat osteoporosis.
Oct19	DaVita real estate shopping in Denver for new corporate headquarters
Oct19	Mild overweight status associated with reduced death rate in Germans.
Oct19	RItuximab as effective as cyclophosphamide in treating severe ANCA vasculitis.
Oct19	Gleevec for scleroderma
Oct19	Is lupus a garbage-disposal problem? And is PPAR delta an answer?
Oct19	Uloric shown particularly effective in lowering hyperuricemia in patients with mild-moderate CKD.
Oct15	The gadolinium NSF story from the product liability perspective, focus on G.E.
Oct15	Certain specific gut microorganisms induce the formation of Th17 immune helper T cells.
Oct15	What can Danish hogs teach us about antibiotics?
Oct14	Initiation of dialysis in nursing home seniors associated with functional decline.
Oct13	Medications that block folic acid in pregnancy increase congenital fetal malformations.
Oct13	Robotic prostate surgery not better than conventional methods in terms of complications.
Oct13	NIH-funded CALERIE study underway; asks if 25% caloric restriction will have health benefits.
Oct13	New forum launched to discuss public policy relating to CKD, sponsored by RSN Hope.
Oct13	Jaw bone created from stem cells
Oct13	Potassium additives to foods: marked variability in potassium content among similar foods.
Oct13	Better survival with on-line HDF than with high-flux hemodialysis in observational study.
Oct13	TMPRSS6 gene associated with hemoglobin levels in healthies.
Oct13	Melanocytes in the heart? Protecting against atrial fibrillation?
Oct13	Hey, we thought that high serum uric acid (urate) levels were bad?
Oct11	Renal Week 2009 abstracts now available for viewing
Oct10	American Society of Transplantation pushing to include transplant drug extension in health reform legislation.
Oct10	Fistula first releases strategic plan to get fistulas up from 53 to 66%.
Oct10	MARC develops pain management algorithm for treating CKD patients.
Oct10	Neutralizing autoantibodies against osteoprotegerin may explain osteoporosis in celiac disease.
Oct08	XMRV virus linked to chronic fatigue syndrome
Oct07	Cytochrome P450 gene variants markedly influence response to sulfonylureas in diabetics.
Oct07	Flu flow chart and decision tree
Oct07	Hetastarch research protocol at Columbia causes a furor due to bleeding complications and consent issues.
Oct06	Cochrane review finds that B-vitamins of no benefit in preventing CV complications.
Oct06	CMS to host ESRD and clinical laboratories open door forum 10/15 and town hall 10/23
Oct06	Fresenius committed to offering all patients and staff seasonal and H1N1 flu vaccines.
Oct06	Off topic? "H1N1 Rap" by John D. Clarke, MD
Oct06	Inuit have slight BP elevations and blood levels of mercury that are 10 times higher than normal.
Oct06	When a dialysis tech suddenly needs dialysis.
Oct06	Minocycline protects against ischemic stroke in animal models.
Oct01	Senate Finance Committee passes a Public Option for persons just above Medicaid income limits.
Oct01	FDA announces new manufacturing standards for heparin that may change its potency.
Oct01	HDCN: Vitamin D, phosphate control and mortality; Two ANNA free CE symposia; ADC talks on bone disease and outcomes research
Oct01	Low-protein diet may enhance longevity by improving mitochondrial function.
Oct01	JASN: Pioglitazone prevents age-related decline in renal morphology and function.
Sep30	Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Grand Challenges grant applications due Nov 2.
Sep30	Why medical malpractice is off-limits in the proposed health reform legislation.
Sep28	Incidence and causes of heparin-induced skin lesions.
Sep28	I love my socialist kidney - a patient perspective
Sep28	Clostridium difficile spreading due to genetic changes, making it more virulent.
Sep28	Cash-strapped Britons selling a kidney to cover mortgage and other debts.
Sep28	Funding concerns cause dialysis patients to be steered away from transplantation.
Sep27	AJKD: Five decades of nephrology in India, by dr. Kirpal Chugh
Sep26	Complete file of 2009 KDIGO guidelines for mineral bone disorder.
Sep25	Januvia (sitagliptin) linked to increased pancreatitis risk
Sep25	When Grady hospital dialysis unit closes, what will happen to its immigrant patients?
Sep25	Study dispels myth that new residents cause increased medical errors in July.
Sep24	Vitamin D deficiency in premenopausal women associated with hypertension later in life.
Sep24	200g/day fructose supplement increases systolic BP by 6 mm Hg, prevented by allopurinol.
Sep24	Hospital closure of its dialysis unit leaves immigrants with few alternatives.
Sep24	USRDS Annual Report now available for download.
Sep24	AJKD issues containing KDOQI guidelines now freely available as .pdf files
Sep23	Alpha-agonists prevent heterotopic ossification
Sep23	New CMS reimbursement rules could help home dialysis companies like NxStage.
Sep23	Leptin regulates bone mass via a serotonin pathway in mice.
Sep23	University of Michigan gets 10 million dollar grant to study nephrotic syndrome.
Sep21	Inhalable H1N1 vaccine to be available in the first week of October.
Sep19	Just say no to antibacterial burgers
Sep18	Government inspection of dialysis facilities in Texas causing delays.
Sep18	CMS announces details of town hall meeting on ESRD prospective payment system.
Sep18	Metformin or insulin do not lower levels of inflammatory markers in diabetics.
Sep17	CJASN: Losing weight may preserve kidney function in obese patients with CKD
Sep17	Satellite Healthcare announces recipients of 2009 extramural grant program
Sep17	CMS prospective ESRD payment system posted on the web for comment
Sep17	Vitamin K deficiency may be widespread, according to a new theory.
Sep15	FDA approves swine flu vaccine
Sep15	NxStage announces deal relating to its Streamline blood tubing sets
Sep15	Device makers object to new fees in health bill.
Sep14	Implantable defibrillators may not benefit women.
Sep14	Knockout model developed in animals that results in absent natural killer (NK) cells.
Sep14	Draft healthcare reform bill would remove 36-month limit in paying for anti-rejection drugs post transplant.
Sep14	ISBP 2009 meeting abstracts
Sep14	Take a shower and get a faceful of Mycobacterium avium.
Sep13	Multidrug resistant Staph aureus recovered from 7 public beaches around Puget Sound.
Sep13	HDCN password access issue now fixed.
Sep11	Muscle easy to lose, hard to build, with age, but weight training can help reverse the effect.
Sep11	Road noise linked to high blood pressure
Sep11	Fresenius launches telemonitoring system for dialysis patients.
Sep08	Dopamine primes donor kidneys for a new host.
Sep08	Novel bacteria strains remove microcystins from cyanobacteria from contaminated water.
Sep05	Real Canadians talking about their health care system.
Sep04	Home Therapies 2010 Workshop, February 10-12, 2010 in Brisbane, Australia
Sep03	100K buys recipient a good kidney, but not good health, and results in the death of a young Chinese girl.
Sep01	European Soc Cardiol 2009 meeting website
Sep01	Addition of valsartan lowers CV mortality in Japanese patients in the Kyoto heart study.
Sep01	Peginterferon-alfa and ribavirin treatment for HCV associated with impaired sexual functioning in men.
Sep01	Early stage CHF patients benefit from cardiac resynchronization therapy.
Sep01	How much DHA is enough for an anti-atherosclerotic effect? 200 mg
Sep01	Prophylactic use of aspirin in asymptomatic atherosclerosis of no benefit in RCT.
Sep01	CO linked to increased CV risk; might this explain the higher CKD risk as well in urban areas?
Sep01	Hormonal therapy for prostate cancer associated with increased cardiovascular risk.
Sep01	DaVita reaches milestone of 1000 incenter nocturnal hemodialysis patients.
Sep01	Fresenius and its mobile generator truck to power dialysis units in times of weather emergencies.
Aug30	NEJM: Ticagrelor better than clopidogrel as an anti-platelet agent post acute coronary syndrome.
Aug30	NEJM: Free full text paper on dabigatran vs. warfarin for stroke prevention in atrial fib.
Aug30	Pradaxa (dabigatran) outperforms warfarin by a mile for stroke prevention with a. fib.
Aug28	Fruit contains more polyphenols than previously thought.
Aug28	Dialysis patient's taxi driver offers to donate his kidney, and they are an immunologic match.
Aug28	About 1/3 of people don't activate clopidogrel very well due to gene variants.
Aug28	Should pregnant women avoid mushrooms? Ergothioneine levels high in pre-eclampsia
Aug28	High LDL cholesterol may thin bone by stimulating RANKL.
Aug28	Monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance found to be of undetermined significance.
Aug28	New gene controlling formation of adipocytes identified.
Aug28	Mildly heated high-fructose corn syrup generates undesirable chemical compounds.
Aug28	Warfarin use associated with increased stroke risk in hemodialysis patients with a. fib.
Aug26	TREAT RCT study results show targeting Hb of 13 in CKD patients using Aranesp of no benefit.
Aug24	Mice eating a low-carb diet show increased atherosclerosis and decreases in vascular progenitor cells.
Aug24	Is reduction in liver fat the key to the benefits of an alternate-day diet?
Aug24	FDA announces ongoing monitoring of liver injury associated with Orlistat.
Aug24	Fresenius dialysis patient travel service in the spotlight.
Aug24	American Heart Association recommends limiting intake of foods with added sugars.
Aug21	Oxidative stress in CKD patients linked to malfunctioning mitochondria.
Aug21	Excess cholesterol can affect heart rhythm via potassium channels
Aug21	Seasonal variation in amount of brown adipose tissue linked to amount of daylight exposure.
Aug21	Observational study suggests home nocturnal dialysis mortality similar to that with kidney transplantation.
Aug21	CMS panel to review use of ESAs, will meet in March of 2010.
Aug21	When vitamin D levels low, macrophages get overloaded with cholesterol.
Aug21	MIT OpenCourseware: free to the world. Check out their Biology online curriculum.
Aug20	(Only slightly) off-topic: Why geeks get the girls.
Aug20	OIG audits of dialysis centers comparing ESAs billed for with ESAs ordered.
Aug20	Half of type 1 diabetics manifest abnormal immune response to wheat proteins.
Aug20	Oxycholesterol an important new heart disease risk; high in fried fatty foods.
Aug20	Sharing the load? For profit Las Vegas dialysis centers turfing illegal immigrant patients to university hospital.
Aug19	Mercury present in all freshwater fish sampled in the United States.
Aug19	Vitamin D regulation of immune function via cathelicidin conserved in all primates.
Aug19	Heart failure risk with rosiglitazone double that with pioglitazone.
Aug19	Pot for prostate cancer.
Aug19	Klotho gene reduces blood pressure and extends lifespan.
Aug19	Black skin, white skin, evolution, and vitamin D
Aug18	FDA/Roche warn about pure red cell aplasia associated with mycophenolate mofetil (CellCept)
Aug18	Pharmacologic development of sirtuin activators - reviewed in NY Times
Aug18	Providing dialysis to 80 illegal immigrants driving Las Vegas hospital into debt.
Aug18	E. Coli bacteria can make themselves flat to pass through nanoslits.
Aug18	Whole grain cereals have polyphenol content similar to fruits and vegetables.
Aug18	Mutation in renin gene linked to inherited kidney disease.
Aug18	Did Mozart die of poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis?
Aug13	Toray develops insulin nasal spray.
Aug13	Mmmm! Cocoa flavonols, piping hot from the oven.
Aug13	FDA warns on certain glucose test strips due to interfering sugars.
Aug13	Cannabis may have a beneficial effect on osteoporosis in older animals.
Aug12	Will Nephros be the first company to bring on-line HDF to the United States?
Aug12	Like giving or getting supplemental oxygen? Think again.
Aug12	Carnitine supplements improve glucose tolerance in obese rats.
Aug12	Things about the chemistry of water you might not know.
Aug11	GIFT15 treatment modified B lymphocytes and reverses multiple sclerosis in the lab; may have potential in lupus as well.
Aug11	ANNA: Aug 10-14th is Kidney Disease Awareness and Education Week
Aug11	Gene therapy restores alpha-1-antitrypsin activity in lungs of patients with hereditary deficiency.
Aug11	Amgen's denosumab cuts fracture risk and increases bone density in prostate cancer survivors.
Aug11	Canadian Health Care system: How effective is it?
Aug11	Anti-RAS drug restores insulin production in animal model of diabetes.
Aug11	Release of fat-stored substances during dieting or other weight loss: Example of cannabis.
Aug06	Itch-specific neurons identified in mice.
Aug06	Blood transfusions in cardiac patients associated with markedly increased mortality.
Aug06	Dialysis patient's cross-country bicycle ride.
Aug06	Hypertension associated with VEGF-inhibitors linked to nitric oxide.
Aug06	Stamina boosted by borscht.
Aug03	Metformin reduces risk of pancreatic cancer by 60%.
Aug03	Millions of U.S. children low in vitamin D
Aug03	TV viewing time associated with higher blood pressure in children.
Aug03	Evidence mounts for cardioprotective effects of fish oil.
Jul31	KDIGO releases 2009 CKD mineral and bone disease guidelines.
Jul31	FDA approves saxagliptin for use in type 2 diabetes.
Jul31	FDA warns of colchicine side effects when co-prescribed with clarithromycin and other drugs.
Jul31	UK to ban all private cadaver transplants to restrict their use in non-UK recipients.
Jul31	Resveratrol found to have potent anti-infammatory effects.
Jul31	Lecithin found to have beneficial effects on fat metabolism via PPAR-alpha
Jul31	Avasting (bevacizumab) may be potent treatment for diabetic macular edema.
Jul31	Cataract surgery accelerates diabetic retinopathy.
Jul31	Is the proportional hazards model of data analysis wrong in terms of HD adequacy?
Jul31	Monocytes from spleen involved in recovery from myocardial infarction
Jul30	Bankruptcies in the United States strongly associated with medical costs.
Jul30	Brachytherapy may be the way to go for earlier stage prostate cancer.
Jul30	Cell biology mechanisms of genistein (present in soybeans) inhibition of prostate cancer clarified.
Jul29	Is shielding blood in the extracorporeal circuit during dialysis beneficial?
Jul29	Watson announces marketing agreement for generic version of Ferrlecit.
Jul28	NIH halts trial of sildenafil in patients with sickle-cell disease and pulmonary hypertension.
Jul28	Like chocolate? Low-cal variety on the way (but watch out for the oxalate).
Jul28	Home hemodialysis in the news - U.S. News and World Report
Jul28	How do drugs like cromolyn that affect mast cells affect adipocytes and metabolic syndrome?
Jul28	Deferoxamine to treat diabetic foot ulcers? In mice, yes.
Jul28	Follow-up of DCCT trial shows 50% lower complications in tight glucose control group.
Jul26	More on the organ trafficking story
Jul26	NY Daily News: Expose on organ trafficking - which U.S. hospitals participated?
Jul26	Phosphate enhancer injection into meat products highlighted in new study.
Jul26	Diets high in linoleic acid associated with increased risk for inflammatory bowel disease.
Jul23	Clinical trial of injecting pig insulin-producing cells into humans begins.
Jul23	Genzyme sues Sandoz over Hectorol patent
Jul23	New Jersey influence peddling scandal has organ trafficking component.
Jul23	Colonic infusion of feces from healthy people used to eradicate Clostridium dificile carriage state.
Jul22	Potassium citrate supplementation blocks stones in children on a ketogenic diet.
Jul22	FDA warns of diethylene glycol in cigarette alternatives (electronic cigarettes)
Jul21	Missouri hospital sues Baxter and rival CSL, claiming price-fixing conspiracy for plasma products.
Jul21	Off-topic: CT scans as art
Jul21	Electrochemical approach used to detect extremely low concentrations of bacteria.
Jul21	In diabetics with heart failure, HbA1c levels of 7.1 to 7.8 at lowest risk of death; tighter control bad.
Jul19	HGS/Glaxo drug Benlysta shows some effectiveness against lupus in phase 3 clinical trial.
Jul19	Study reveals that the air we breathe is full of fungi.
Jul16	Direct link to JASN article (prepress) describing slowing of progression rate with bicarb.
Jul16	JASN paper in the news: Bicarbonate supplements slow progression of CKD
Jul15	Bisphosphonates may lower mortality rate by an effect on the immune system.
Jul15	A calorie is a calorie is a calorie - or maybe not!
Jul14	US House of Representatives releases the first draft of its health care reform bill.
Jul14	Watch video of partial nephrectomy done through the navel.
Jul14	Are regenocytes for real? Florida cardiologist says they are stem cells and help organ dysfunction.
Jul14	Senate backs 12 year non-compete shelter for biotech drugs
Jul14	FDA changes labelling on immunosuppressive drugs to warn of increased infection risk.
Jul14	University of Alabama renal researchers allegedly faked data
Jul14	DaVita's lawsuits in Colorado over noncompete clauses in the news.
Jul14	Recipient heart heals itself after piggy back transplant gives it a rest.
Jul13	Probiotic supplements beneficial after gastric bypass surgery done to treat obesity.
Jul13	Citrus-derived flavonoid prevents obesity and metabolic syndrome in mice.
Jul13	DaVita Clinical Research appoints Dr. Mahesh Krishnan as Vice President
Jul09	Unsung heroes work hard to cut hospital-acquired infection rates.
Jul09	NOD2 receptor mutations impair ability to detect mycobacteria and are linked to Crohn's disease.
Jul09	Study of caloric restriction in rhesus monkeys confirms longevity benefits seen previously in mice.
Jul08	Erythropoietin boosts brainpower in nonanemic, healthy mice.
Jul08	Costimulation blocker plus alefacept allow monkeys to tolerate transplanted kidneys.
Jul08	Human sperm created from embryonic stem cells
Jul08	Is PEDF "the" link between obesity and type 2 diabetes?
Jul08	Study examines effects of stress on weight gain in US population
Jul08	Cochrane review suggests no benefit of lowering blood pressure below 140/90
Jul08	Anti-ageing effects of rapamycin in mice in the news.
Jul07	Safflower oil or CLA supplements lower truncal or total body fat in diabetic women
Jul06	Laser therapy offers a breakthrough in prevention and treatment of early macular degeneration.
Jul06	Ethical dilemma: When transplant testing reveals misattributed paternity.
Jul06	Should Genzyme or Amgen buy AMAG?
Jul05	Vegans who eat no eggs nor dairy products have lower bone density than egg-milk vegans or meat eaters.
Jul05	Aldosterone regulates ENac levels via Per1 - a protein mediating circadian rhythms.
Jul03	In the kidney organ trade, sellers often have regrets and remorse over their decision.
Jul03	Dialysis patient celebrates 100th birthday
Jul03	Nephros gets FDA 510K approval for using its dual filter to clarify water for dialysis machines.
Jul03	Kidney disease education to be part of CMS 2010 proposal for coverage.
Jul03	CMS releases proposed changes to physician payment schedule for 2010.
Jul03	Low PSA 5 years after brachytherapy for prostate cancer and you're probably home free.
Jul03	Dialysis patients blogs about end-of-life issues
Jul02	Newspaper comic strip to target diabetes awareness among Hispanics.
Jul02	JBS Swift Co. beef associated with hospitalization of 12 persons in Washington D.C.
Jul02	Fresenius opens specialty pharmacy for renal patients in Nashville.
Jul02	Fresenius inks agreement with ART to market Citrasate dialysate.
Jul02	U.S. obesity problem intensifies.
Jul02	FDA reviewing safety data for Lantus (insulin glargine) in view of reports of increased cancer risk.
Jul02	CME proposes changes to physician payment in 2010, including dropping consultation codes.
Jul02	NEJM: Phospholipase A2 receptor is a target antigen in 70% of patients with idiopathic membranous nephropathy.
Jul02	Rebound hyperacidity, reflux symptoms in normals after stopping proton pump inhibitors
Jul02	Enalapril or losartan markedly slow progression of eye damage in type 1 diabetics.
Jul02	JBS Swift beef products recalled in Western states due to toxigenic E. coli.
Jul01	Institute of Medicine Comparative Effectiveness Report lists 100 priorities, including evaluation of different forms of dialysis.
Jul01	Nephrology consults via telemedicine in California hospital
Jul01	FDA advisory panel recommends banning Vicodin and Percocet and limiting maximum acetaminophen doses
Jun30	Six ways in which microbes are smarter than you think.
Jun30	Doctors increasingly communicate with patients on-line.
Jun30	Genetic study suggests that relationship between C reactive protein and CV disease is not causal.
Jun30	FDA grants marketing approval for Feraheme (ferumoxytol) by AMAG
Jun30	Key culprits in lupus (toll-like receptors) identified in mouse study.
Jun30	Cabbie leaves 81-year-old dialysis patient by the side of the road in Florida sun after argument.
Jun30	Common gene polymorphism affecting calcium excretion (claudin 14) linked to both kidney stones and osteoporosis.
Jun30	Jeddah to have Middle East region's largest dialysis center, will treat 800 patients
Jun30	Da Vita and Colorado physicians' group in legal battle over non-compete clause.
Jun26	Mechanism of BPA (bisphenol A) related infertility defined in mice.
Jun26	FDA to regulate tobacco.
Jun26	AJKD: Treatment guidelines for treatment of dialysis catheter-related bacteremia, and update.
Jun26	Inhaled growth hormone shown to be a safe and effective method of administration to children.
Jun26	Method of killing bacteria contained in biofilms on implants developed.
Jun26	CJASN: Study highlights long term kidney impairment associated with contrast nephropathy.
Jun26	Serum tryptophan and kynurenine levels increased in patients and cats with interstitial cystitis.
Jun26	Controversy over alleged mismanaged prostate cancer brachyterapy as Philadelphia VA hospital.
Jun26	Twin sisters on dialysis in the news.
Jun26	Dialysis patients' financial difficulties highlighted on the Daily Kos blog website.
Jun24	Two new enzymes, WWP-1 and PHA-4 implicated in longevity effects of caloric restriction (in roundworms).
Jun24	Helicobacter pylorii infection may be transmitted via vomitus or diarrhea.
Jun24	Analysis of large number of bariatric surgery patients shows the procedure to be relatively safe.
Jun24	Preserving Kru in peritoneal dialysis patients: role of dehydration and solution biocompatibility.
Jun24	Steve Jobs' liver transplant - why Tennessee?
Jun23	HDCN: New approaches to treat IGA nephropathy; Phosphate and cardiovascular disease.
Jun23	Archives: Meta-analysis suggests QOL benefits largely dissipate at Hb levels above 12 g/dL.
Jun23	Household pets can spread superbug infections such as MRSA.
Jun23	Edwards Life Sciences to sell its CRRT product line to Baxter for 56 M.
Jun23	Older Canadians who are mildly chubby live longer.
Jun20	New prostate cancer drug ipilimumab shows dramatic results in 2 patients.
Jun19	ABCG2 gene in the kidney found to affect urate transport and may be linked to gout.
Jun19	Inhibition of sirtuin gene by antisense technology improves diabetes in an animal model.
Jun19	Clopidogrel may increase risk of death in patients with diabetic nephropathy.
Jun19	Nestle's Toll House cookie dough found to be contaminated with E. Coli O157:H7
Jun19	Fresenius to make saline for dialysis in Guadalajara, MX.
Jun17	Annals: Stents of no benefit in treating renal artery stenosis
Jun15	Baxter making swine flu vaccine: advances to full production rate.
Jun13	Higher vitamin D levels associated with successful weight loss in obese subjects on a diet.
Jun13	Ghrelin injections improve caloric intake in frail elderly women in a pilot study.
Jun13	FDA issues alert on increased death risk in liver transplant patients taking Rapamune.
Jun13	Sevelamer carbonate (Renvela) approved for sale in the European Union
Jun13	Endocrine Society 2009 meeting (June 10-13) abstracts on-line.
Jun10	Ferric citrate found to bind phosphate in phase II study with no marked adverse effects.
Jun10	Florida legislation passed that gives access to Medigap coverage to ESRD Medicare beneficiaries.
Jun09	Botox injections markedly improve life for patients with bladder dysfunction in RCT.
Jun09	High-MW-cutoff hemodialysis for multiple myeloma
Jun05	ADA Scientific Sessions 2009: Late-breaking abstracts handout
Jun05	ADA 2009 Scientific Sessions newsletter: Preview Edition
Jun05	American Diabetes Association 69th Sessions 2009 in New Orleans (home page)
Jun05	Aldosterone levels found to be increased in chubby teenage boys.
Jun05	Telaprevir substantially increases hepatitis C cure rates (NEJM)
Jun04	HDCN: RPA Annual Mtg Sessions 3-5; Part 3 of 2009 RRI meeting talks; CKD in the elderly; Advances in transplantation
Jun04	Halofuginone, Th17 cells, and autoimmunity.
Jun04	Sixty percent of United States bankruptcies driven by medical problems
Jun04	One in four nursing home residents in the UK carries MRSA.
Jun03	A new approach to hybrid organs involves reseeding collagen organ scaffolds from one species with cells of the recipient.
Jun03	FDA reports on serious liver failure risk in patients taking propylthiouracil.
Jun03	Cucurmin, the ingredient in curry, associated with protection against plaque-associated dementia in animals.
Jun02	Eculizumab effective in the prevention of antibody-mediated transplant rejection in preliminary data.
Jun02	Advances in the treatment of hepatitis B and C presented at conference.
Jun02	Stool DNA testing detects most colon and stomach cancers.
Jun01	Modified lycopene extract (ateronon) reduces harmful oxidation of fats.
Jun01	2009 American Transplant Congress opens in Boston - abstract link here.
May31	Weekend off-topic: Shai Agassi and his vision for automated battery exchange stations for electric cars.
May30	Results from 8 late-breaking clinical trials at Heart Failure 2009
May30	Continuous glucose monitoring in diabetes: Free journal supplement (17 articles)
May30	Weekend off-topic: Feeling competitive vs. your colleagues? Who has the higher h-index?
May29	Holistic approach to CKD offers dialysis in a spa-like environment with numerous support services.
May29	FDA: Serious fungal infections associated with TNF-alpha blockers.
May29	Risks of aspirin outweight benefits for primary prevention of stroke, MI in those with normal kidney function.
May28	DaVita to move its corporate headquarters to Colorado
May26	Simplified chart may aid in diagnosing hypertension in children.
May26	FDA approves Samsca (tolvaptan) to treat hyponatremia.
May25	WCN 2009 newsletter: May 25, 2009
May25	WCN 2009 newsletter: May 24, 2009
May25	WCN 2009 News (.pdf) May 22.
May25	Search all abstracts from the World Congress of Nephrology 2009
May25	World Congress of Nephrology 2009: Poster sessions on-line
May25	Gene variant found that increases risk of both severe periodontitis and myocardial infarction.
May22	Institute of Medicine publishes recommendations for controlling conflicts of interest in the NEJM.
May22	CJASN: Study describes benefits of in-center nocturnal hemodialysis
May22	Fenofibrate reduces amputation risk in diabetics.
May22	NEJM: Aspirin plus dipyridamole increases primary vascular access patency by a modest amount in RCC.
May22	New anti-inflammatory drug candidate works by releasing hydrogen sulfide gas.
May22	Hypoxia inducible factor (HIF-1) involved in dietary restriction effects on aging.
May22	Libel laws threaten peer-reviewed publication of data critical of medical devices, procedures.
May22	Drinking from polycarbonate bottles for a week increases urinary bisphenol levels.
May20	HDCN Update: Sexual cycle in women with CKD; 10 more RRI talks, part 1 RPA; articles on sympathetic activation, drug use in CRRT, brain-death in Tx, and access monitoring
May20	Donations of organs decline in the U.S. with the economic downturn.
May19	NF-kappaB inhibitor might be ideal drug to combat osteoporosis and periodontitis.
May19	IBMT induces measurable changes on physiologic tests after only 5 days
May19	Guzzlers of large amounts of cola can get muscle weakness due to hypokalemia
May19	BCG vaccine has become less effective against TB due to mutation during continuous culture and this can be reversed.
May18	Edible vaccine against p24 protein of HIV elicits an antibody response in mice.
May18	Heart disease patients who are overweight do better and live longer.
May15	Use of CT angiography in the emergency room to help diagnose chest pain found to be cost-effective.
May15	Study emphasizes burden and cost of physician administrative work dealing with health plans.
May15	Congressional Health Subcommittee considers legislation that would allow lawsuits against FDA-approved medical devices in state courts.
May15	JASN early release: Low 25-D levels associated with coronary artery calcification progression
May15	High triglyceride levels associated with diabetic neuropathy
May15	Recessive gene associated with VUR localized to chromosome 12, but not yet identified.
May15	Interventional study in mice links cytomegalovirus infection to high blood pressure.
May15	Simulator training shown to improve central catheter insertion skills in trainee physicians.
May15	Metformin shown to act directly via CBP glucose-regulating protein in the liver.
May15	Virtual doctor visits similar to real visits in terms of patient and doctor satisfaction in RCT.
May14	When words can harm: the nocebo effect
May14	Monotherapy with DARA, an endothelin and angiotensin I receptor antagonist, lowers BP a lot.
May14	Formaldehyde exposure associated with blood and lymph system malignancies.
May14	Chronic exposure to formaldehyde associated with an increased risk of ALS.
May14	New projection is that Medicare funds will be gone by 2017.
May14	Home nocturnal dialysis? 3,480 liters per week of water use causes utility bill to skyrocket.
May14	ALLHAT follow-up study confirms benefits of chlorthalidone.
May13	New meta-analysis suggests that bicarbonate better than saline to prevent contrast nephropathy.
May13	Discharge from wastewater treatment plants loaded with multidrug-resistant superbugs.
May11	UMOD gene, associated with Tamm-Horsfall protein production, linked to kidney disease.
May11	Cyclophilin may play a key role in arterial damage associated with atherosclerosis.
May11	Vitamins C and E block improvement of insulin sensitivity with exercise.
May11	CDC issues guidance for H1N1 influenza prevention and management in dialysis settings.
May08	CJASN early release: Risk of hypoglycemia doubled in diabetic patients with CKD.
May08	Low BP associated with strokes and MI in patients with coronary artery disease.
May08	Combining dieting with exercise while standing/sitting/kneeling on a vibration plate machine lowers abdominal fat.
May08	Fresenius opens incenter nocturnal dialysis program in Spokane.
May08	FDA approves generic version of mycophenolate mofetil
May08	New mapping tool to track emerging diseases.
May07	Ghost sockets an early X-ray sign of future osteonecrosis of the jaw in patients taking bisphosphonates.
May07	Debate about pros and cons of comparative effectiveness research in the NEJM.
May07	Calcimimetics inhibits late-stage cyst growth in an animal model of ADPKD.
May06	Danish kidney specialist authors book on Napoleon's kidney disease.
May05	New monoclonal antibody prevents hepatitis C infection in preclinical studies.
May05	Addition of telaprevir to ribavirin/peg interferon to hepatitis C treatment improves response rate.
May05	Fresenius launches national retail pharmacy for dialysis patients.
May05	New CKD-EPI equation published in the Annals; more accurate than MDRD
May04	8th Annual Prevention in Renal Disease Conference, September 25-26, 2009 in Toronto.
May04	White blood cells walk like millipedes along blood vessel walls.
May03	Mathematica author Dr. Stephen Wolfram to launch new interactive internet search engine.
May02	Weekend Off-topic: Kiva -- Make a microloan to someone trying to start a small business in the developing world.
May01	Swine flu virus infection from a not-so-fearful perspective.
May01	Survey company releases report on usage trends for vitamin D, phosphate binders, and calcimimetics.
May01	AMAG drug nears approval
May01	Cerebral blood flow study documents effects of caffeine withdrawal and mechanism of associated headache.
May01	Cyclohexanone, found in plastic IV tubing (dialysis tubing?) and bags, causes taste alterations, myocardial stunning.
May01	FDA warns that Hydroxycut diet products associated with serious liver injury as well as rhabdomyolysis.
May01	Naturally occuring lithium in water supply seems to curb suicide rate.
Apr30	Urine screening test seems to predict presence of atherosclerotic disease.
Apr30	Pregabalin effective for restless legs syndrome in patients with normal renal function.
Apr30	Januvia (sitagliptin) pancreatitis risk suggests potential drug class effect on the pancreas for GLP-1 enhancers.
Apr29	CDC using twitter for swine flu updates
Apr29	KCER coalition web page gives updated info regarding swine flu and dialysis, including daily conference calls.
Apr29	Purdue animal study suggests that milk is better than calcium carbonate for building strong bones.
Apr28	NIDDK kidney-related funding opportunities web page.
Apr28	Be careful, or else your gel may start walking away from you.
Apr27	CDC swine flu guidance for healthcare professionals
Apr27	CDC swine flu update website
Apr27	Kidney Community Care Emergency Response (KCER) coalition pandemic flu info
Apr27	OSHA pandemic flu guide (2007) for health care workers and employers (104 page .pdf file)
Apr27	Potential importance of vitamin D receptor, commensal bacteria, and olmesartan in autoimmune disease.
Apr27	Diet sodas may theoretically help prevent kidney stones via their alkali (citrate and malate) content.
Apr27	CXCR4 overproduction, kallikreins linked to lupus nephritis in 2 separate studies.
Apr27	Biotech companies, including Baxter, scramble to respond to flu epidemic with vaccines.
Apr26	Statins may reduce prostate inflammation and reduce risk of prostate cancer
Apr26	Sodium in prepared foods frustrates attempts to implement low sodium diet in CHF patients.
Apr26	Dialysis patients dialyzed using autologously created blood vessels to form access.
Apr26	Prostaglandin 2-alpha may be new target for control of blood pressure and atherosclerosis.
Apr26	Pomegranate juice consumption slows rate of PSA rise in patients after failed primary therapy of prostate cancer.
Apr26	CDC: Update on swine flu infections in Texas and California.
Apr26	Weekend off topic: Cold fusion back in the news; Pons/Fleischmann results vindicated.
Apr23	Mitochondrial peptide Humanin (HN) strongly affects insulin sensitivity.
Apr23	Bacteriophage used to successfully treat chronic Pseudomonas ear infection
Apr23	AJKD (May): Thrombocytosis -- due more to EPO excess or to iron-deficient erythropoiesis?
Apr23	JASN early release: Low creatinine production in sepsis may mask AKI.
Apr23	Low-sodium vegetable juice may help reduce body fat in patients with metabolic syndrome.
Apr23	Download KDQOL forms and tools
Apr22	Fructose vs. glucose drink study makes the New York Times; higher LDL and TG and abdominal fat.
Apr22	Alzheimer beta-amyloid can be degraded, and some drugs can increase breakdown rate 7-fold.
Apr22	Proton-pump inhibitors and NSAIDS have synergistic anti-inflammatory effects, and ? neuroprotective properties.
Apr22	Fresenius research focuses on KDQOL-36 and other measures of quality of life.
Apr22	Korean scientists clone pig with alpha 1,3 galactose gene knocked out, in hopes of pig organs for human transplants.
Apr22	Genzyme 1Q earnings rise 35%
Apr22	HDCN: Resistant hypertension, RRI Advances in CKD part 1, 63 more ASN audiofiles
Apr21	Fresenius finds that intensive patient education after initiation of dialysis improves outcomes.
Apr21	Renal dietitian Linda McCann to receive Champion of Hope Award.
Apr21	Ultrasound imaging now possible with smartphones to analyze and display the data.
Apr20	AJKD: Phosphorus content of foods varies from 6 to 21 mg phosphorus per gm of protein.
Apr20	In-center nocturnal hemodialysis, this time by Fresenius, in the news.
Apr20	New Medicare billing rules emphasize prompt reporting of change of billing address and billing for retroactive services.
Apr20	Nobel prize winner Rita Levi Montalcini is 100-years old and still working.
Apr18	Ultrashort-acting prednisolone derivatives (antedrugs) stop inflammation and then are metabolized to avoid side effects.
Apr18	New stem cell treatment for age-related macular degeneration in development.
Apr18	Off-topic weekend: Look alike, Graph Jam, Engrish, and more
Apr17	New discoveries on how collagen activates platelets may lead to new treatments to prevent clotting.
Apr16	Heart risk in diabetics may be exaggerated.
Apr16	Endothelin A receptor antagonist darusentan shows promising results in resistant hypertension.
Apr16	Vegan Buddhist nuns, with calcium intake of 370 mg/day and protein intake of 35 g/day, have healthy bones.
Apr16	Rockwell continues with its evaluation of dialysate-based iron replacement therapy.
Apr16	J. Michael Lazarus to retire as CMO of Fresenius Medical Care NA; Raymond Hakim to replace him.
Apr16	Quest Diagnostics pays 302 M to Medicare to settle whistleblower lawsuit over alleged misbranding of its PTH assay kits
Apr16	JASN: Mycophenolate and cyclophosphamide similarly effective as induction therapy for lupus nephritis.
Apr16	Provenge prostate cancer vaccine significantly prolongs survival.
Apr14	Patient safety IRB firm caught in FDA sting will halt many of its operations voluntarily.
Apr14	Medicare announces participants in pilot program designed to prevent hospital readmissions.
Apr14	Abstracts -- Vascular Access Society 6th International Congress in Rome, April, 2009
Apr14	Aspirin and similar drugs associated with brain microbleeds in the elderly.
Apr14	A short course of teriparatide markedly accelerates bone fracture healing in the elderly.
Apr14	Ex-idol contestant Scott MacIntyre was recipient of a kidney transplant.
Apr14	Benefits of finasteride in reducing prostate cancer risk confirmed in new study.
Apr14	Lynda Szczech named President-Elect of the National Kidney Foundation.
Apr12	CXCL5, secreted by white adipose tissue, may be the link between obesity and inflammation and insulin resistance.
Apr12	Eccentric viewing techniques help some patients with age-related macular degeneration read.
Apr12	Pharma support of medical societies raises conflict of interest concerns.
Apr12	2nd Congress of the International Society for Hemodialysis, August 28-30, Hong Kong.
Apr12	18th International Vicenza Course on Peritoneal Dialysis, June 23-26, 2009.
Apr11	Changing from chlorine to chloramine increased lead levels in regional D.C. water system.
Apr11	Three papers on brown adipose tissue in this week's NEJM.
Apr11	One thousand 2007-2009 audiofiles and slide/audio talks added to HDCN's 20 topic-related channels.
Apr10	Have a wacky but great idea? Gates Foundation Round 3 Challenge grants now open (low cost diagnostics for the CKD crowd and induction of mucosal immunity for IgA aficionados)
Apr10	MIT tangled wire in a needle system may help avoid pushing the needle in too far.
Apr09	Gene fusion in prostate cancer cells leaves traces in the urine as a biomarker.
Apr09	New prostate cancer drugs blocks androgen effects even when cancer cells upregulate receptor density.
A09	The stimulus package and its links to health information technology discussed in NEJM.
A09	FDA to review efficacy of some medical devices in use prior to 1976, including sorbent cartridges for hemoperfusion.
A09	A contrarian view proposes that excessive 25-D supplementation might exacerbate autoimmune disease.
A09	Adenosine receptors in the gut tied to normal bowel motility.
A09	Joslin study shows adults have more brown fat than previously thought.
A09	TGF-beta a good guy in maintaining integrity of retinal blood vessels.
A09	Agalsidase alfa slows progression in patients with Fabry's disease.
A09	Why premature application of guidelines may be dangerous
A07	Off topic: Segway developing 2-wheel auto in collaboration with General Motors (watch the video).
A07	New method of inducing transplantation tolerance works well in animals.
A07	Chemokine CXCL5, produced by fat cells, linked to inflammation and insulin resistance.
A07	Has the economic recession temporarily alleviated the nursing shortage?
A06	Headache? It could be caffeine withdrawal syndrome.
A06	Impax, a generic drug manufacturer, challenged by Genzyme with Renvela patent.
A06	Chlorthalidone increases SNS activity, spironolactone does not
A03	Murder by bleach in Texas dialysis unit hits the mainstream news.
A02	Consumpton of sugary beverages associated with weight loss or weight gain.
A02	Glitazones linked to diabetic macular edema
A02	Robot scientist independently makes some new scientific discoveries.
A02	GAO sting reveals that 1 of 3 commercial IRBs approves clearly risky protocol
A02	Natalie Cole needs a kidney; a number of fans call in to TV show offering one of theirs.
A01	Former Texas dialysis nurse charged with murder in bleach-related patient deaths.
A01	HDCN: FGF23 and phosphate; PGE audiofiles on GN, statistics, geriatrics; 2009 NANT talks on water; Aldo antagonists paper
A01	Red blood cells can be made by specialized endothelial cells in the embryo.
A01	Yeast-powered fuel cells (for implantable devices) derive energy from glucose in human blood.
A01	HLA matching may affect risk of liver fibrosis in hepatic transplant in patients with hepatitis C
M31	Build muscle while you can; no further increase in exercising octogenarian grannies.
M30	New lupus susceptibility gene (IRAK1) on the X-chromosome may explain increased risk of lupus in women.
M30	Variants of nisin, an FDA-approved antibiotic used in food preservation, show effectiveness against MRSA.
M30	GNSOR-deficient mice markedly resistant to heart attacks.
M30	Lipoic acid supplements markedly lower triglycerides in an animal model.
M30	Some stimulus-derived NIH research funds to focus on cost comparisons
M30	AURORA study confirms the 4D study: Statins of no benefit in dialysis patients.
M30	Radiofrequency ablation of renal sympathetic nerve activity results in sustained improvement in refractory hypertension.
M30	NEJM: Ventriculoplasty of no benefit when added to CABG in patients with CAD and heart failure.
M30	FDA approves mTOR inhibitor everolimus for treatment of advanced kidney cancer.
M29	Link to slide/audio and audio symposia on HDCN
M29	American College of Cardiology 2009 - Day 3 newsletter
M29	American College of Cardiology 2009 - Day 2 newsletter
M29	American College of Cardiology 2009 - Day1 newsletter
M29	Crestor (rosuvastatin) lowers risk of venous thromboembolism by 34%.
M29	Have you applied for your NIH competitive revision grant yet? The deadline is April 21.
M28	NEJM: Two studies report on efficacy or lack of same with PSA/DRE screening for prostate cancer.
M28	2009 San Diego CRRT Conference abstracts on-line
M28	3rd annual scientific symposium on nephrogenic systemic fibrosis, May 9, at Yale, New Haven, CT.
M28	Corking shut the atrial appendage markedly reduces risk of stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation.
M27	NIH solicits research grants on comparative effectiveness of medical therapies.
M26	AHA supports a lower sodium intake limit (1.5 g Na/day) for most Americans.
M26	Myxedema madness, or myxedema mania?
M26	Estrogen mimicking chemicals can leach out of plastic water bottles.
M26	Testing for endothelial function using a finger device that evaluates reactive hyperemia linked to CV outcomes.
M26	Preliminary data show potential benefits of catheter-based thrombolysis for stroke.
M26	Cholesterol crystals linked to arterial plaque disruption and heart attack.
M25	Natasha Richardson's family donates her organs after fatal head injury.
M25	Thymoquinone protects pancreatic beta cells from oxidative effects of protease inhibitors; a renoprotective role as well, maybe?
M25	Fructose and glucose have opposite effects on appetite in animal study.
M25	UK sciences impregnate silicone with antibiotics; resulting catheters have promising antimicrobial activity.
M25	Synsepalum dulcificum berry turns sour taste to sweet temporarily. May increase appetite in chronically ill.
M24	Cathelicidin antimicrobial protein levels, regulated by vitamin D, linked to infection risk in dialysis patients.
M24	Licorice can block absorption of cyclosporin
M24	FDA releases mandatory patient education guides for mycophenolate.
M24	Higher dose vitamin D may lower fracture risk in the elderly.
M24	New needle insertion device senses when a cavity has been entered.
M22	Ten genes associated with prolonged QT syndrome and risk of sudden cardiac death.
M22	FDA cautions of hepatitis, other infectious disease, risk from sharing insulin pens
M22	Correct warfarin dose determined by 3 genes only.
M22	Protein in yellow peas lowers BP by 20% in animal model of PKD.
M20	FDA panel gives nod to alternative to warfarin
M19	DNA-dependent protein kinase of key importance in metabolic regulation, esp. fat synthesis from CHO.
M19	Small but randomized lupus trial suggests that both cyclophosphamide and cyclosporine are useful additions to prednisone.
M18	Updated kidney cancer management guidelines to be presented at the European Association of Urology.
M18	Another statin (Crestor, rosuvastatin) fails to show a benefit (rumor has it) in dialysis patients.
M17	HDCN: CKD-MBD spectrum; Treating anemia in the CKD clinic; Mg balance in CKD; New treatments for amyloidosis; NANT 2009 lectures; RW2008 audiofiles
M17	Kisspeptin found to be key to restoring ovarian cycling in some women.
M17	Shire sues Barr for patent infringement over Fosrenol clone.
M17	Transvaginal nephrectomy performed in Venezuela
M17	Endothelial lipase linked to levels of good cholesterol
M12	Dr. Margaret Hamburg proposed as new head of the FDA.
M12	HDL levels and glucose sensitivity linked to neck circumference.
M12	Low serum 25,D levels associated with higher BP and metabolic syndrome in teenagers.
M12	New anti-clotting compound derived from magnolia trees shows encouraging results in phase II safety study.
M11	Higher dose vitamin C (1-1.5 g/day) associated with reduced risk of gout.
M11	FDA issues class I recall of Baxter Colleague volumetric infusion pumps
M11	Folic acid supplementation may increase prostate cancer risk.
M11	Rituximab study as adjunct to MMF in lupus nephritis shows disappointing results.
M11	Fresenius shares fall on fears of US health legislation decreasing role of private insurance.
M10	Bacteriophage-derived enzyme Cpl-1 better than amoxicillin in treating pneumococcal pneumonia.
M09	Eating fish associated with increased intelligence in Swedish teens.
M09	Omental cells may play a role in regenerating the liver in an animal study.
M09	Cranberry juice proanthocyanidins, and not low pH, impair E. Coli attachment to urinary bladder endothelium
M06	Signs of enterovirus found in pancreases of 60% of children with type 1 diabetes, but rarely in controls.
M06	MMWR: Hepatitis C transmission at a dialysis unit
M05	NIH issues RFAs for Stimulus Challenge grants to help award 200 million dollars in new funding.
M04	Reduction of stroke risk associated with green/black tea drinking appears consistent and linear.
M04	FDA December, 2008 drug labeling changes (including Sensipar, CellCept, Actos)
M04	Bionic eye implant showing encouraging results.
M04	Night shift work adversely affects leptin levels and insulin resistance.
M04	Pharma consultancy of medical school faculty members in the news.
M03	Obama's health czar, Nancy-Ann DeParle, previously worked for DaVita dialysis.
M03	AMAG hopeful that the FDA will approve its injectable iron supplement.
M03	PGC-1b gene knockout prevents fructose-fed mice from developing insulin resistance.
F27	New target (CR6261) for flu vaccine may be effective against a broad variety of strains.
F27	FDA warns of tardive dyskinesia risk with Reglan (metoclopramide)
F26	Clavulanate plus meropenem found to be surprisingy effective in vitro against multidrug-resistant TB
F26	Off topic: See Emily, another step forward in photorealistic animation technology.
F26	Extracting power from river-ocean salt differences using osmosis.
F26	Cornell researchers develop and market a point-of-care urinary sodium test strips to monitor salt intake.
F25	High fat diet leads to obesity in mice via PKC-beta
F25	NEJM: Randomized trial of 4 different diets (low fat, low CHO, etc.) fails to find a single winner.
F25	Higher 25-D levels associated with reduced risk of catching cold.
F25	CMS requests feedback on information to be collected via CrownWeb
F25	Nephros 510k application of on-line hemodiafiltration module receives initial FDA response.
F25	Use of innovative kidney swaps involving multiple donors, increasing.
F25	New position of NKF re incentives for kidney donation in the news.
F23	FDA warns about risk of metabolic acidosis with epilepsy drug Zonegran (zonisamide)
F23	Ex-mayor of Washington DC, Marion Barry, gets a kidney transplant.
F23	Genes controlling atrial natriuretic peptide expression linked to hypertension.
F22	HDCN: Hypertension drug choice, Metabolic syndrome, Heart Failure symposium, more ADC talks, Renal Week audiofiles, ESA hypertension, type 4 RTA.
F21	2009 NANT meeting power point presentations
F21	The NIH planning how to allocate the stimulus bill research funding and lists opportunitites.
F20	MPO study to appear in the March issue of JASN (high-flux dialysis and survival RCT).
F20	Avosentan cuts urinary albumin excretion in diabetics.
F18	NEJM: Genetic testing helps predict warfarin dose.
F18	Baxter wins a round in patent infringement lawsuit against Fresenius over PD cycler.
F18	Study suggests that warfarin dose needs to be lower in patients with CKD.
F17	19 billion in the stimulus bill to develop a U.S. wide health information database.
F17	FASEB Special Update: Stimulus bill to include at least 15 billion for science (NIH, NSF, DOE, and VA)
F17	Iron overload an important co-factor in development of liver disease in alcoholics
F17	Ain't necessarily so series: oxidative stress may prolong, instead of shorten, life (worm study)
F17	CMS to cover bariatric surgery in obese type 2 diabetics.
F17	ANNA announces election results of national officers.
F16	Wearing of hijab (conservative female Muslim dress) lowers 25-vitamin D levels by 50%
F16	FDA approves Uloric (febuxostat) for treatment of gout.
F16	Restaurant reviewer Zagat plans to review doctors.
F15	FDA now requiring that each patient receiving CellCept (mycophenolate) receive a patient education guide.
F15	High MUFA, lower CHO diet good for diabetics: maybe a good diet for patients on PD?
F14	Sea sponges zap bacterial biofilms
F13	More about Dr. Willem Kolff
F13	Fructose-sweetened drinks increase postprandial serum triglycerides more than when glucose is used.
F13	Chewing gum containing phosphate binders dramatically lowers serum phosphate in dialysis patients.
F13	Fish oil supplements may protect the liver in obese mice with insulin resistance.
F13	New tattoo ink changes color according to glucose level; could be used to monitor blood sugar in diabetics.
F12	Draft version of Neanderthal genome completed
F12	MMWR: Coccidiomycosis incidence rate in California has tripled recently.
F12	FDA and consortium release first data on genetic associations with serious drug adverse events.
F12	Willem Kolff, pioneer in dialysis therapy, dies at age 97
F12	Eating eggs is good for you, according to British Nutritional Foundation
F11	Very high doses of candesartan effective in further reducing proteinuria.
F11	Healthies with high urinary protein have elevated risk of developing CKD
F11	Urine test may distinguish between aggressive and mild forms of prostate cancer.
F11	DaVita 4th quarter financial results surpass expectations.
F10	Many "natural" herbal weight loss products contain hidden pharmaceutical drugs.
F10	Off-topic: Energy recovered from shock-absorbers in large vehicles
F10	Vigorous exercise (running) may reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration.
F10	JAMA: Educating CKD patients about phosphate additives in foods lowers serum phosphate by 0.6 mg/dL.
F10	Vancouver sets up pilot self-care nocturnal dialysis unit in one of its hospitals.
F10	American Heart Association focuses on the high risk of stroke in women
F10	NHANES study shows that women (but not men) who drink sugary sodas (but not diet sodas) have higher risk of albuminuria
F09	Fresenius 2008T dialysis machine receives 510(k) approval from the FDA.
F09	LSR, lipolysis-stimulated lipoprotein receptor, found to be deranged in type 2 diabetes with obesity.
F09	Monoclonal antibody against PIM-1 a potential new treatment for advanced prostate cancer.
F09	Price for genome sequencing of an individual patient falls to 5 thousand dollars.
F06	FDA approves antithrombin derived from the milk of genetically-modified goats.
F06	Diethylene glycol induced AKI - a problem that keeps resurfacing - most recently, in Nigeria.
F06	AAKP appoints Kim Buettner as Executive Director
F05	Sensory nerves in fat cells help regulate lipolysis, according to animal study.
F05	Regulatory approval for self-care dialysis (discussion blog)
F05	Journal of Renal Care (EDTNA) supplement on CKD-MBD
F05	Blood set tubing recall (CombiSet True Flow) due to potential for port cracks.
F04	Arginine discovery may help fight human obesity.
F03	HDCN: Acute kidney injury RRT dose; Induced glucosuria to treat diabetes; more ADC talks; more RW2008 audiofiles; part 2 NANT2008 lectures.
F03	Short-term growth hormone treatment attenuates muscle loss after bariatric surgery.
F03	Have trouble dunking the basketball? Check your vitamin D levels.
F03	FOXO3A gene variants associated with living beyond 100 in multiple parts of the world.
F03	FDA web pages, teaching program, focus on errors in luer-lock connections of IV tubing.
F03	NTSB probes multiple recent crashes of medical helicopters.
F03	Intestinal absorption-blocking sleeve gives encouraging weight loss results.
F03	Vaccines based against adenovirus under development
F03	Green tea completely blocks the anticancer effects of antimyeloma drug bortezomib.
F03	Trans-vaginal donor nephrectomy in the news.
F02	Leprosy drug clofazimine holds promise as an immunomodulatory agent.
F02	CDC reports on multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to contaminated peanut butter.
F02	ICD-10 diagnostic code compliance requirements postponed until 2013.
F02	Brachytherapy cure rate for early stage prostate cancer reported to be 95% in new study.
J31	FDA advisory panel recommends that Darvon (propoxyphene) be pulled from the marked due to suicide risk, low efficacy.
J30	Epoxide hydrolase inhibitor reduces heart failure in animal model
J30	Sulfenic acid may be reason for potent anti-oxidant effect of garlic.
J30	FDA mandates detailed hyperkalemia warning for Aldactone (spironolactone)
J30	Stem cell transplants reverse early-stage multiple sclerosis in some patients.
J30	NKF launches program designed to reduce the wait for a transplanted kidney.
J29	Medicaid cuts and payer mix affect financial viability of dialysis units
J29	NEJM Perspective: Universal health care coverage vs. economic relief - a false choice
J28	Gene therapy for adenosine deaminase deficiency gives encouraging results.
J28	NEJM: Kidney donors have a normal lifespan.
J28	Gene deletion studies identify G-proteins necessary for anaphylactic shock.
J28	The new study that caused the fuss about clopidogrel and proton-pump inhibitors.
J28	New class of small RNAs, not associated with promoters, discovered - function unknown.
J28	FDA cautions on combined use of clopidogrel and proton-pump inhibitors until more info is obtained.
J28	Four 30-second sprints on an exercise bicycle 3/week improve insulin effect - muscle glycogen depletion?
J28	Genzyme shares climb after Amgen abandons development of phosphate drug.
J28	A small amount of mercury was, and may still be, present in high-fructose corn syrup.
J26	Animal study suggests benefit of statins in preventing stroke in patients with cerebral cavernous angioma or malformation.
J26	Astronauts at the International Space Station lose an alarming amount of hip bone strength.
J26	Abstracts from 2009 Annual Dialysis Conference, to be held in March, 2009 in Houston, now available.
J26	Nephrologist Dr. Robert Geronemus killed by hit and run driver in Florida.
J26	Hospital noncompete clause traps dialysis patient between hospital and nephrologist.
J25	18th International course on Peritoneal Dialysis, Vincenza, Italy, June 23-26, 2009
J23	Mississippi state house of representatives passes bill to fund dialysis patient transportation costs.
J22	Patient with new type of specific antibodies against T-cells may point to a new way to treat autoimmune disease.
J21	Interleukin-21 linked to lupus in an animal model.
J21	Urinary haufen identify patients with polyomavirus infection post transplant.
J21	JASN Early Release: Schwartz improves the Schwartz equation to estimate GFR, using both creatinine and cystatin.
J21	Health information technology may be part of the economic stimulus bill.
J20	NICE or not so nice? Congressional bill considers cost-effectiveness of prescribed drugs.
J20	Randomized (DRIP) trial reports benefits of dry weight reduction in dialysis pts. on 24-h blood pressures.
J20	Dr. Donald Gleason, who quantified atypical changes in prostate biopsies, dies at age 88.
J20	Flu vaccine controversy - cost benefits in nonESRD elderly a matter of some debate.
J20	FDA update on Salmonella investigation - focus on crackers and processed foods containing peanut butter.
J20	Low carb diet lowers liver fat better than standard low calorie diet
J20	Kidney transplant recipients with HIV have good allograft and patient survival.
J20	NANT 26th National Symposium to be held in Las Vegas, NV, February 10-12, 2009.
J19	Three new genes linked to childhood obesity identified.
J19	Trial of stem cell treatment to treat stroke patients approved for recruitment.
J19	CMS rescales launch of Crownweb to a pilot group of dialysis units.
J19	A look at U.S. government factors that may affect kidney care in 2009
J19	Indian subcontinent heart disease gene identified.
J19	NY - I want my kidney back - divorce drama - the recipient's (wife's) story
J17	Salmonella warnings focus on ready-made snack products containing peanut butter
J17	CKD blogs multiply, provide unique perspectives.
J17	CMS announces start of implementation of CROWNWeb data system to begin February 1.
J17	Nephrologist Dr. Keith Norris appointed to research ambassador post relating to US-funded global research initiatives.
J17	Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario issues "alert" against combined use of ACEIs and ARBs.
J17	NIDDK pledges 12.5 M over the next five years to fund CKD biomarker grants.
J17	Diabetes cure in 5 years? These genetically-altered pigs could be the answer.
J17	New 2009 CPT codes for outpatient dialysis
J17	Kidney injury biomarker panel now commercially available for animal testing of new drugs
J17	NY Times and its readers opine on the kidney donor divorce drama.
J16	Mutations in gene regulating melatonin-mediated insulin secretion increase type 2 diabetes risk
J16	GAO report criticizes FDA on device testing
J16	Obama and Reid take aim at Medicare HMOs
J15	Error in CMEs posted yesterday fixed
J15	New family of antibiotics isolated from hydras and leeches.
J15	Source of endogenous salicylic acid identified as benzoic acid found in fruits and vegetables.
J15	HipA, a protein kinase, involved in bacterial dormancy, allowing survival during antibiotic therapy.
J15	NEJM perspective on chances of health care reform under Obama (.pdf)
J15	JASN early: Preconditioning animals with xenon gas lowers risk of ischemic injury.
J15	Telemedicine outpatient consultations predicted to become more popular in 2009.
J14	HDCN: Amyloid, Light chains, TTP, and HUS; Two anemia/iron symposia; Team approach to CKD-MBD; Audiofies: ASN, ADC, NANT; CKD and pregnancy
J14	Genzyme reports Q4 results
J14	Codapedia - a free wiki dealing with proper coding for medical reimbursement, to launch in April of 2009
J14	NKF offers coffeehouse conversations - ask the expert conference calls for patients.
J14	JASN early release: Neither fructose nor vitamin C intake affect blood pressure.
J13	Human beta cells can easily be induced to replicate.
J13	Orlistat of no benefit in obese patients with fatty liver disease.
J13	Baxter announces 2008 Renal Discovery Grant winners
J12	Is there a United States connection to organ trafficking?
J12	High sodium to potassium ratio in the urine increases cardiovascular event rate.
J10	Latest U.S. survey shows 1/3 obese, 1/3 overweight.
J10	King Nut peanut butter distributed to nursing homes and hospitals may be linked to Salmonella outbreak.
J10	MedPac approves increased payment to dialysis units
J10	FDA expert panel recommends approval of drug (antithrombin alfa) extracted from the milk of genetically-engineered goats.
J09	New anti-anginal drug acts by working on sodium channels.
J09	Off-topic: Ten extinct beasts that could walk the earth again
J09	Human insulin produced by genetically modified safflower plants ready for testing.
J09	New drug combo (Mozobil, VEGF, GCSF) induces the body to release new types of autologous "healing?" stem cells into the blood.
J08	Quest Diagnostics acknowledges errors (mostly overestimation) in vitamin D tests.
J08	Rep. Stark introduces Americare Health Act of 2009.
J08	You broke my heart - now give me back my kidney
J07	CDC reports on outbreaks of hepatitis B or C in outpatient clinics due to staff failures.
J07	New Bartonella species that infects humans (muscle fatigue, weakness, pericarditis) discovered.
J07	Clioquinol, a drug previously used in people to control diarrhea, shown to retard neurodegenerative disease.
J07	Atkins-style low-carbohydrate ketogenic diet superior in controlling blood glucose in type 2 diabetics.
J07	AAKP to award Medal of Excellence to Dr. Bob Schrier
J06	Antiviral therapy for adults with hepatitis B
J06	NIH Consensus Conference: Management of Hepatitis B
J05	Standard culture methods miss amniotic fluid infection in low-birth-weight deliveries: Implication for PD?
J01	New Year's Resolution? Quit smoking. American Lung Association support info.
J01	Cognitive decline associated with aging linked to higher blood glucose levels in nondiabetics.
J01	Dentists reporting jaw necrosis in patients taking oral bisphosphonates.
J01	Sorin sells its renal care business (Bellco-Soludia) to investor group.
J01	MMWR: Lower acute MI rates after city implements smoke-free ordinance
J01	FDA and manufacturer warn or increased mortality risk in elderly patients with CKD treated with tinzaparin
D31	Perfused, machine-stored donor kidneys do better than donor kidneys packed in ice.
D31	Giant, multinucleated osteoclasts found in bone of long-term users of alendronate.
D31	Next generation of antifreezes developed with potential application to donor organ cryopreservation
D31	Feeling guilty about the health implications of eating holiday steaks? Marinate them in wine and you'll be OK.
D30	Scientists isolate genes that made 1918 flu lethal.
D29	Study of Amish identifies a new gene linked to sodium control and hypertension
D29	Nephrology Oral History Project posts initial interviews on the web.
D29	High-phosphate diets in nonuremic mice accelerate spread of lung cancer.
D27	Proteosome inhibitor and multiple myeloma drug bortezomib effective in reversing acute transplant rejection in a pilot study.
D26	New insights into how bacteria biofilm formation is triggered.
D24	Bone disease in CKD management tool developed in the UK wins IT award
D23	Thiazolidinediones associated with higher fracture risk in diabetic women.
D23	AMAG Pharma receives complete response letter from the FDA. Is it good news?
D23	Court dismisses lawsuit by seven health plans against Amgen
D22	Two percent of circulating B cells in normal subjects potentially have autoimmune activity but are shut off.
D20	Off-topic weekend: Walking, crawling, climbing (and somewhat scary) robots
D20	HDCN: Ischemic nephropathy; 18 more talks from 2008 ADC; New transplant center regs; Infections with tunneled catheters.
D19	Hexokinase-1 gene variations associated with HbA1c levels
D19	CMS now rating nursing homes with 1 - 5 stars. Are dialysis units next?
D19	Noscapine, an ingredient in common cough medicines, slows spread of prostate cancer in mice.
D19	Low glycemic index diet improves lipid profile in diabetics
D19	Transplant surgeon acquitted in case involving allegations that he hastened an organ donor's death.
D18	Evidence mounts that probiotics may be useful to treat post-antibiotic diarrhea.
D18	FDA raises the bar for new diabetes drugs
D18	JASN early: MPO study results published. High flux marginally better, significantly so in patients with lower albumins or diabetes.
D18	JASN early: First morning urine better than spot urine to detect microalbuminuria
D17	Cleveland Clinic completes first U.S. face transplant
D17	Study backs the effectiveness of soap operas and dramas in health education.
D17	Longitudinal study shows infants and children who will later develop type 1 diabetes exhibit prior metabolic abnormalities.
D16	(Off-topic) Fusion we can believe in?
D16	C.B. Fleet Co. recalls higher-dose oral phosphate bowel prep products; besieged with lawsuits.
D15	Lithonia, GA school sugar-free for 10 years with positive results.
D15	FDA approves premounted renal stent system manufactured by Boston Scientific
D15	Coke to market a new soft drink sweetened with stevia. Pepsi waiting for the FDA.
D15	DaVita gets subpoena related to Medicare claims for injectables.
D14	Study in the Amish links APOC3 gene mutation, triglycerides, and resistance to heart disease.
D13	CROWNweb data implementation costs being stressed in the blogosphere
D13	fMRI technology is able to view images seen by patients from scans of the brain.
D13	Antikythera mechanism is a tribute to the astronomic knowledge of the ancient Greeks.
D13	New study shows links between 30 genes and cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
D13	Should nephrologists give beta-blockers to their patients with CKD?
D13	Another FDA link regarding oral bowel preps.
D13	FDA alert regarding phosphate-containing oral bowel preps and new black box warning.
D11	Outbreak of hemolysis being investigated in a dialysis unit in Northern Ireland.
D11	FDA puts black box warning on phosphate-containing oral bowel prep drugs
D11	Fructose metabolism engages the liver in complex and possibly not beneficial ways.
D11	CJASN: Rosiglitazone may benefit patient with FSGS
D11	NEJM: Type 1 diabetes and celiac disease may share a common immunologic mechanism.
D11	Lack of vitamin D stunts growth and causes weight gain in girls.
D11	Low carbohydrate diets affect cognition skills.
D11	Studies in animals confirm addictive properties of sugar.
D11	Glitazones lower bone density substantially in women but not in men.
D09	New scientific journal dedicated to WATER to make its debut in January of 2009.
D09	Cost-benefit of newer renal anticancer drugs debated in the UK
D09	Statins adversely affect placental development in an in vitro model.
D09	Fresenius' APP reassures about the safety of its heparin supply; launches heparin safety website.
D09	Hapless roundworms that don't dauer well yield clues about a fat-burning enzyme
D08	Thiamine supplementation found to lower proteinuria in early type 2 diabetics.
D08	CMS Sends Memorandum on CfC Waivers and Phase-In Time Extensions
D08	Reducing stress in laboratory mice by allowing nest-building; plus importance of temperature
D05	Int. Soc. Hemodialysis gives Scribner Trailblazer Award to Dr. Nathan Levin
D05	How many happy people are in your surroundings? Happiness found to rub off on others.
D05	Health care rationing and quality-adjusted years of life: Implications for dialysis in the blogs.
D05	Fresenius announces availability in Sweden of PVC- and phthalate-free PD dialysate bags and lines.
D04	Cleveland Clinic discloses all industry ties of its doctors on the Clinic's website.
D04	HDCN: Calcium and phosphorus case discussions (ASN); Managing Anemia (ANNA); ADC audiofiles; High-altitude CKD
D04	NEJM study shows that irbesartan of no benefit to patients with diastolic heart failure.
D04	Liver fat, rather than abdominal fat or shape, may be main cardiovascular risk.
D04	Wine and beer drinking increase omega-3 in the body independent of fish intake.
D04	HALT-C trial shows absolutely no impact of interferon on progression of hepatitis C
D03	Bicarbonate therapy lowers urinary calcium excretion in older adults.
D03	Gene therapy cures sickle cell disease in mice.
D03	Scientists film inner workings of the immune system sing multiphoton microscopy.
D03	NEJM publishes case control study of allergic reactions due to OSCS-contaminated heparin.
D03	Senators Baucus and Kennedy release their vision for health care reform.
D03	NEJM: ACEI plus amlodipine better than ACEI plus a thiazide in terms of cardiovascular events.
D02	Depression increases risk of subsequent visceral fat gain in longitudinal study.
D02	Consumer Reports investigates sodium content of foods: salt is present where one may not expect
D02	Cardiologists debate NEJM study comparing coronary CT scans with percutaneous angiography.
D02	FDA issues Question and Answer sheet for medication guides aimed at patients taking ESAs
D02	Tasimelteon resets melatonin level circadian cycle: potential benefit for jet lag, shift workers.
D01	Canadians publish best practice recommendations for stroke care.
N27	New studies confirm importance of sirtuin pathway in mammalian ageing; attention focuses on resveratrol.
N27	Mechanism of how the brain senses fatty foods identified.
N27	Serotonin formation rate in the gut linked to bone formation rate.
N27	JASN early release: Imatinib suppresses cryoglobulin production in mice.
N27	Off topic holiday news: Tired of schlepping to work? Send your robot double.
N26	Montreal starts up an on-line hemodiafiltration center. Will the U.S. be close behind?
N26	Binge drinking may damage the heart via acetaldehyde activation of macrophages.
N26	Vitamin K deficiency linked to insulin resistance in older men
N24	Vitamin D makes dialysis patients live longer? Say it ain't so, Joe! DOPPS pours cold water on the concept.
N21	Do your CKD patients still smoke? Who is still smoking in the US by state.
N21	Dialysis Compare website will now report patients with Hb above 12 as well as below 10 g/dL and will also change how patient survival is reported.
N21	MMWR: Survey of implementation of hepatitis B vaccination at birth in various countries
N21	Workplace hairspray exposure during pregnancy linked to hypospadias.
N20	Nephros pursues new product revenue aiming to sell its water filter to dialysis units, hospitals and the U.S. military.
N20	Bill Peckham blogs about Sen. Daschle and what his appointment as HHS secretary might mean for CKD care.
N19	Pie in the sky or pie on the table?: Diamond dialysis filter kept unclogged using electrostatic field.
N19	Designer organs progress: woman receives new trachea grown from her own stem cells.
N19	Did you know that your prescribing history is for sale? Fed appeals court supports NH law banning the practice.
N19	Trouble controlling serum phosphate? Chew on this...
N19	New GFR estimating equation first presented at Renal Week in the news.
N19	FDA advisory panel greenlights anti-MRSA antibiotic telavancin, but not approved by the FDA yet.
N19	HDCN: Nephrology Quiz (Lytes, GN), Network 9-10 and RPA Medical Director conf, 2008 ADC audiofiles, HTN, acid-base articles
N18	New microRNA compound protects mice against heart failure.
N18	CDC updates guidelines for disinfection and sterilization in health care facilities.
N18	AAKP announces the death of its former Executive Director and CEO Kris Robinson
N18	AMA: Obama win accelerates drive for health care reform.
N18	NY Times article highlights growing burden of CKD.
N18	Anticancer drugs sunitinib and imatinib cause remission of type 1 diabetes in mice.
N18	Extreme calorie restriction (study in anorexic teens) impairs bone structure before bone density is affected.
N18	Five days of cipro cause pervasive and persistent changes in gut microflora abundance.
N17	Network 9/10 and RPA sponsored symposia on Conditions for Coverage and Medical Director Responsibilities
N17	Canadians issue new guidelines for CKD management
N17	Pain and itch responses can be separated and differentially targeted by drugs.
N17	UK panel of experts advises against presumed consent and donor opt out legislation.
N17	Dr. Chris Blagg appointed editor of Hemodialysis International.
N14	New xenotransplant technique in pigs based on modification of cell surface genes by altering pig sperm.
N14	Renal Week: Relative vitamin K2 deficiency linked to vascular calcification in ESRD
N13	Catheter thermoablation of atrial fibrillation far superior to drug treatment.
N13	Sen.Baucus unveils Universal Health Care proposal
N13	FDA: Review of atrial fib - bisphosphonate data suggests a weak or no relationship.
N11	Bone marrow reconstitution with CCR5-negative cells apparently cures AIDS in a leukemia patient.
N11	Gene expression during kidney development catalogued.
N11	Sleep apnea associated with increased risk of sudden death.
N11	Pie in the sky or pie on the table? Nanoporous ceramic membranes may reject protein buildup.
N11	AHA Scientific Sessions 2008 in New Orleans, LA: Daily News, Nov 8 -12.
N09	Rosuvastatin given to patients with normal cholesterol levels but high CRPs markedly lowers CV risk.
N09	MP3 player earbuds should not be kept in shirt pockets in patients with pacemakers due to electrical interference.
N07	MDRD equation to estimate GFR is out, new CKD-EPI equation is in and is more accurate.
N07	Covidien recalls miscalibrated insulin syringes (overdose risk!) sold at Wal-Mart and Sam's Club.
N06	Beta-alanine supplements increase fitness level in the elderly.
N06	Having trouble with consistency in your lab results? The problem could be in your use of plastics.
N06	MMWR: CDC recommendations against multiple puncture of parenteral medication vials.
N06	CMS announces Open Door Forum on CrownWeb and Dialysis Facility Compare on Nov 19.
N06	Dr. Bryan Becker appointed as President of the National Kidney Foundation.
N06	Swabbing the mouth with probiotics as good as chlorhexidine in reducing ventilator-associated pneumonia risk.
N06	Nicotinamide benefits cognition in an animal model.
N06	Cancer genetic blueprint revealed by comparing genomes of cancerous and noncancerous cells in the same patient.
N06	JASN early release: Serum phosphorus associated with coronary artery calcification in healthy young adults in longitudinal observational study.
N06	KDOQI announces expansion plans
N06	Ghrelin-like drug increases muscle mass by 20% in the elderly.
N04	Magnetic resonance elastography (MRE) good for diagnosing certain liver conditions.
N04	Intraocular anti-VEGF drugs to treat retinal proliferative disoders may have a dark side.
N04	NK-22 cells - they're in the gut, they make IL-22, and are involved in mucosal immunity.
N04	New SIRT1 activating drug may protect against diet-induced obesity.
N04	1-alpha-25OH-D hydroxylase active in the lung; may be involved in immune defense.
N04	Strange, complex pharmacokinetics of methotrexate in RBCs have implications for clinical treatment.
N04	Incidence of proteinuria reduced in those diabeics who eat fish at least once a week.
O31	Melamine scandal widens in China; compound commonly added to animal feed.
O30	Study of Rockwell dialysate-side iron drug gets recommendation to continue by Data Safety Monitoring Board
O30	CDC issues new count of diabetes in the U.S. by state. Overall rate nearly doubles.
O30	Alpha-1-antitrypsin treatment improves success rate of pancreatic islet cell transplants.
O30	MYH9 gene variations linked to CKD in African Americans - researchers to present new data at Renal Week 2008.
O30	Do vegetarians get hemolytic uremic syndrome? Meat and dairy food ingestion implicated in new theory.
O29	Animal studies suggest potential benefits of drug holiday for patients taking sulfonylureas.
O29	Grapes protect the hearts and blood pressure of rats fed a salty diet.
O29	Transfusion with older blood increases risk of infection.
O29	Comments on KDIGO guidelines on prevention and treatment of hepatitis C in CKD.
O29	Patients with lupus being treated with hydroxychloroquine may have lower rate of kidney damage in observational study.
O29	Marked rise in kidney stones seen in U.S. children; cause is speculative.
O28	Topical treament for HSV cold sores achieves same results as oral systemic therapy.
O28	New computer algorithm that models the human body may be of use in anthropometric, nutritional research.
O28	Market research firm releases reports detailing changes in management of anemia, phosphate, and PTH.
O28	VEGF-based screening test for pre-eclampsia foreseen based on new research.
O28	French company develops a next generation totally implantable artificial heart.
O28	Plavix (clopidogrel) may be inactivated by some calcium channel blockers.
O28	Natalie Cole: Dialysis in the day, concerts at night.
O28	University of Michigan gets 3.8 M NIDDK Core Grant to fund kidney research
O28	Vitamin E and selenium found to be of no benefit in preventing prostate cancer.
O28	Another twist on the melamine tale: Now chickens who ate tainted feed lay melamine-contaminated eggs.
O28	UMC Nevada kidney transplant program closes due to Medicare standard regulations.
O27	Catlle vaccine that lowers their carriage rate of E.Coli O157:H7 approved for use in Canada.
O27	Runners burn more calories at rest than sedentary persons, and it's due to changes in the mitochondria.
O27	Risks of irregular heartbeat and atrial fibrillation increased with fosamax and other bisphosphonates.
O27	Costs of treating diabetes has nearly doubled in past 7 years.
O27	Pregnant women consuming flaxseed oil have a high (4x) risk of premature birth.
O27	Pentoxifylline lowers proteinuria alone or in addition to an ACE inhibitor.
O26	Genealogy of Hippocrates and the implications of the Hippocratic oath.
O25	Off-topic weekend fun and games: Nate Silver meta-analyzes the election polls.
O25	HDCN: Renovascular hypertension symposium; last 43 audiofiles from ASN; non phosphate-binding actions of sevelamer; cancer in transplant patients.
O23	Dennis Kogod promoted to be DaVita's Chief Operating Officer (COO)
O23	Amgen 3rd quarter net profit soars.
O23	Hydrogen sulfide may be a key regulator of blood pressure.
O23	Kaiser analyzes Presidential candidates' health care plans
O23	European watchdog agency suggests not using diet drug rimonabant due to depression side effects.
O23	New diet drug tesofensine appears to be remarkably effective.
O23	ASN 2008 abstracts now available for viewing.
O22	Gates Foundation announces 104 winners of Grand Challenges grants for innovative research
O22	Journal of Renal Nutrition publishes composition of common salt substitutes.
O22	Steroid-sparing immunosuppression for renal transplant in the news.
O22	Upcoming paper in JASN suggests revised diagnostic ultrasound criteria for polycystic disease.
O22	Designing a new dialysis unit? Glade-green light, clear sky above, and lavender-scented pillows enhance relaxation.
O22	Low-levels of gut bacteria that secrete anti-inflammatory compounds may underlie or worsen Crohn's disease.
O22	Japanese study finds that eating quickly doubles risk of obesity.
O22	JAMA: Adverse case-mix disadvantages some hospitals in terms of pay for performance scores.
O22	FDA wants more info before approving AMAG drug ferumoxytol as an IV iron drug.
O20	McMaster University unveils ultra-high-resolution electron microscope.
O20	Short chain fatty acids from gut bacteria slow intestinal transit time, thereby increasing nutrient absorption.
O20	NKF to fund two 3-year KDOQI research grants (each 150 K/yr x 3). Application deadline 01-Dec-08.
O20	Bad news: acrylamide in coffee. Good news: No increased GI cancer risk with acrylamide.
O17	Former director of UCLAs Willed Body Parts program pleads guilty to cadaver scheme.
O17	EPA toughens standard on lead emissions by 90%.
O17	More antiquarian "fun and games": Buy a legacy reprint of a classical medical text.
O17	Off-topic weekend fun and games: Search WhoNamedIt? for kidney and renal medical eponyms
O17	College students genetically engineering yeast in an attempt to produce resveratrol-containing beer.
O17	New Mycobacterium species identified that can cause bone infections in the immunocompromised.
O17	Urine test for prostate cancer gene improves early detection relative to free PSA levels.
O17	FDA creates drug safety information webpages for patients and health professionals.
O17	Risk/benefit ratio of preventive use of aspirin in diabetic patients called into question.
O16	Baxter earnings rise 19% in third quarter on sales of plasma-derived products.
O16	Outcomes in transplant tourism patients markedly worse than those transplanted in the U.S.
O16	Vitamin K does not slow age-related loss in bone mineral density in postmenopausal women.
O16	Fructose feeding induces high triglycerides and leptin resistance in rats.
O16	Home dialysis equipment maker gets license to use some Hewlett-Packard inkjet printer patents for fluid path management.
O15	Resveratrol prevents liver fat accumulation in a mouse model of alcoholic liver disease.
O14	Resveratrol found in dark chocolate and cocoa.
O14	Alpha-1-antitrypsin therapy expands beta-cell populations in the pancreas of mice with a model of type 1 diabetes.
O14	B vitamins of no help in slowing progression of Alzheimer's disease.
O13	American Academy of Pediatrics ups vitamin D requirements in kids from 200 to 400 IU/day.
O13	Book Review: Clinical Guide to Use of Antithrombotic Agents in CAD
O13	Are you nuts about nuts? Nuts! One study fails to shell out any benefit.
O13	A series of abstracts presented at CRF meeting suggesting that triple anti-platelet therapy (adding cilostazol) improved outcomes.
O11	Off-topic weekend fun and games: Play billiards on-line against the computer.
O10	CDC reports on Listeria monocytogenes contamination of milk products after pasteurization.
O10	Newspapers dissect McCain vs.Obama proposals concerning health care.
O10	Is dietary turmeric the reason why Indians have a relatively low incidence of diabetic retinopathy?
O09	Retinylamine markedly slows age-related macular degeneration in an animal model.
O09	New physical activity guidelines: 30 minutes of moderate exercise 5 times per week;
O08	A single dose of EPO injected after a heart attack can limit apoptosis and thereby reduce heart cell damage.
O08	10-year follow-up shows prolonged benefits of tight glucose control with sulfonylurea or metformin in UKPDS
O08	USRDS Annual Data report breaks out a separate section dealing with earlier stage CKD.
O07	Farnesyl transferase inhibitor (tipifarnib) reverses cardiovascular effects of progeria.
O07	Study illustrates importance of inflammatory macrophages in obesity; insulin resistance reversed by killing these cells.
O07	One mechanism whereby ingestion of fatty foods (but not carbs or protein) can suppress hunger identified : OEA.
O07	Even occasional smoking can impair arterial function for a prolonged period.
O07	Medicare carrier switch causing payment delays and other problems nationwide.
O07	NRAA: Advance copy of ESRD program interpretive guidelines. (pdf)
O07	Gut bacteria may protect mice against type 1 diabetes, other autoimmune disorders.
O07	Complement pathway and the innate immune system implicated in age-related macular degeneration.
O07	Controlling computer games with brain waves: possible new hope for stroke victims?
O06	National Renal Administrators' Association requests that small dialysis organizations be allowed to data batch CPM reporting to Crown Web.
O06	One-dollar-a-month polypill containing ASA, thiazide, ACEI, and statin to undergo clinical testing.
O06	Just one session of exercise improves metabolic health in insulin-resistant obese subjects.
O06	Adipocyte precursor cells identified, opening up a new area of obesity research.
O06	Vitamin D deficiency may increase risk of skin infections in patients with atopic dermatitis.
O06	New studies support use of probiotics in irritable bowel syndrome.
O06	Disinfectant use can increase level of bacterial resistance.
O06	Preliminary results suggest a 20% mortality reduction with Dendreon's prostate cancer vaccine.
O06	Apparent failure to rinse sterilant from dialyzer prior to use may have led to patient death in Michigan.
O06	Nobel prize in medicine goes to Barre-Sinoussi and Montagnier for discovery of the AIDS virus (Gallo left out) and to zu Hausen for the discovery of HPV.
O05	Off-topic weekend fun and games: Falling sand game
O04	HDCN: ADPKD symposium; CKD-mineral bone disorder (ANNA); 33 talks from RW07; What's next in transplant drugs; LMWH in dialysis.
O04	Scandal breaks surrounding pharma payments to Emory University Psychiatry Department Chairman.
O03	MIT researchers make progress in developing a nose biosensor to sniff out disease.
O03	FDA weighs in on melanine-contaminated food with interim risk assessment document.
O03	On Nov 3, U.S. Supreme Court to hear key product liability suit regarding use of FDA-recommended drug labels.
O03	Successful transplantation of frozen and thawed pig liver (into another pig) raises hope for an organ bank.
O03	DNA of commensal, good bacteria augment the intestinal response to infection.
O03	A new brain - obesity- inflammation link discovered, showing how glucose/fat increases inflammation.
O03	Amgen wins an injunction preventing sale of Roche's Mircera in the United States.
O03	Higher dose zinc supplements associated with an increased risk of advanced prostate cancer.
O02	Is low vitamin D activity linked to increased thirst?
O02	Melamine-tainted candy pulled from Connecticut stores.
O01	Kidney sparing surgery gives good results in renal cancer.
O01	Medicare stops paying for 10 reasonably preventable medical errors.
S30	Lancet: New genes found that link to gout.
S30	Vitamin C may blunt effect of anticancer drugs
S29	Baxter gets 510K approval for in-line IV device designed to reduce bacterial contamination.
S29	AAKP director Kris Robinson resigns to pursue other opportunities.
S29	Melamine scandal hits makers of candies and milk chocolates.
S26	Off-topic weekend fun and games: Play PopWord against fifth graders
S26	Popular Chinese candy that is available worldwide found contamined with melamine.
S26	Would you like your coffee black, or with milk, cream, or melamine? FDA warns US this time.
S26	Aptly named horny goat weed found to be a source of specific phosphodiesterase inhibitors.
S26	FDA early communication regarding ongoing safety review of German ESA stroke study.
S26	FDA involving itself in the use of ESAs as part of study trials after increased deaths in German stroke study.
S25	NIH director Zerhouni to step down at the end of October 2008.
S25	In humans, as opposed to lab animals, caloric restriction does not lower IGF-1, but protein restriction does.
S25	Tea found to contain relatively high fluoride levels (fluoride of potential concern in CKD patients)
S25	Diabetic gastroparesis in mice reversed by restoring defective heme oxygenase production.
S25	Pentazocine appears to dramatically prevent diabetic retinal damage in mice.
S24	Joint Commission issues safety alert regarding heparin dosing errors in hospitals.
S24	Int Soc Blood Purification (ISBP) abstracts online (from September, 2008 meeting)
S22	NY dialysis center shut down for unsanitary conditions; story hits the New York Times.
S22	Exercise program cuts liver fat by 40% in type 2 diabetics.
S22	Darapladib slows atherosclerosis in a pig model.
S22	Secondhand smoke exposure increases risk of peripheral artery disease in women.
S22	Two drug (cholinesterase inhibitor plus memantine) treatment slows progression rate of Alzheimer's disease.
S22	6 months of caloric restriction and 10% body weight loss does not cause young overweight adults to lose bone.
S20	Most FMC units in Texas now open again after hurricane Ike
S20	Off topic weekend fun and games: Build a maze bridge for the monkey.
S19	African American women have low white blood cell count.
S19	High-salt diet contributes very substantially to resistant hypertension.
S18	JASN paper in press identifies uric acid as a risk factor for CKD.
S18	Are statins ineffective for protection against cardiovascular risks in women?
S18	New mechanism for cardiac arrhythmia discovered.
S18	Thin men more vulnerable to osteoporosis.
S18	Listening to Mozart lowers high blood pressure (really)
S16	Melamine-tainted milk scandal in China deepens.
S16	How should one properly dispose of unused drugs? No one seems to know.
S16	NHANES data analysis links elevated urine bisphenol levels to diabetes, cardiovascular disease.
S16	Chamomile tea cuts diabetes complications (in rats)
S16	US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) restricts FMC's ability to set its pricing on Venofer IV iron using its licensing agreement.
S16	Combining thiazides with potassium-sparing diuretics markedly lowers cardiovascular mortality.
S15	HDCN: Vaptans for hyponatremia (CME); Stabilizing hemoglobin (CNE); 29 RW07 audio talks; new NNJ CNEs.
S15	Fresenius patient information center and hotline for hurricane Ike victims
S15	Melamine-contamined baby formula poisons a large number of infants in China.
S15	Carbon nanotubes for water purification.
S15	Phase 1 trial of gene therapy using enkephalin for chronic pain starts recruitment.
S15	Carvedilol and alprenolol, but not other beta-blockers, stimulate cellular protective pathway in the heart.
S15	MYH9 gene variants linked to FSGS and diabetic kidney disease in African Americans.
S14	Hospitals and nursing homes contribute to water contamination with pharmaceuticals through their disposal methods.
S14	Sulforaphane from broccoli may protect lungs by activating detoxifying enzyme.
S13	5 pioneering scientists win Lasker medical prizes.
S13	Investigational drug effective against dormant tuberculosis bacteria.
S12	Off-topic weekend fun and games: Large hadron collider rap
S12	Cardioprotective effects of alcohol ingestion may be due to aldehyde dehydrogenase.
S12	FDA issues warning about melamine in one brand of baby formula manufactured in China.
S11	Rituximab prescribing info revised to reflect risk of progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy.
S11	Interstitial cystits may be treatable via the colon.
S10	Texas dialysis providers prepare for hurricane Ike.
S10	University of Pittsburgh to partner with DaVita, FMC in 18 regional dialysis clinics.
S10	Molecular mechanism of steroid-induced fatty liver determined.
S10	Pentazocine shows encouraging results in a mouse model of diabetic retinopathy.
S10	NEJM early release: Benefits of tight glucose control persist in type 2 DM at 10 years
S10	NEJM early release: Tight BP control has to be continued in type 2 diabetics; otherwise benefits are not maintained.
S09	Serotonin transport receptor levels in the brain change with the seasons; may reflect seasonal affective disorder.
S09	Low serum vitamin B12 levels associated with brain shrinkage in the elderly.
S08	Once-a-week sustained release exenatide lowers HbA1c better than twice daily shots.
S08	Genetic variants associated with markedly different vitamin B12 handling.
S08	Annual Dialysis Conference 2008 PD papers now available on-line
S06	Off-topic weekend fun and games: Flying your helicopter through a cave.
S05	Photographing what they eat helps dieters stick to weight-loss plans and identifies bingeing.
S05	Alternating linezolid and vancomycin usage periods in the ICU lowers MRSA prevalence.
S05	Bisphenol (present in polycarbonate plastics) linked to metabolic syndrome.
S05	High gas prices hit dialysis patients and others who need frequent medical treatment.
S05	FDA warns about invasive fungal lung infections in patients taking TNF-alpha blockers.
S05	Vaccination against core influenza virus antigens may obviate need for annual shots.
S04	Nanodevice detects local paracrine signalling among immune cells
S04	Tired of jogging to burn more calories? Try working on a crossword puzzle.
S03	Sleep loss, even transient, increases NF-kappaB activity in humans.
S03	Higher serum calcium levels within the normal range associated with increased fatal prostate cancer risk in NHANES.
S03	Exercise increases risk of catching the flu, while quercetin lowers this risk (in mice)
S03	RPA and ESRD networks launch kidney patient safety initiative, including a new website.
S03	Cortinarius mushroom induced kidney failure in the news - Horse Whisperer author Nicholas Evans being the latest victim
S02	In vitro studies suggest role for antihistamine clemizole in treating hepatitis C
S02	TORC gene linked to both appetite regulation and fertility
S02	Think your fiance will make the perfect husband? Better first check his vasopressin receptor genotype!
S02	Genetic data stored at NIH temporarily withdrawn due to privacy concerns raised by new method of forensic SNP analysis
S02	How Tulane University hospital coped with Gustav evacuation
S02	Want to live longer? Take the stairs instead of the elevator.
S02	AJKD: Temporary iron depletion and relative thrombocytosis may underline increased mortality with high doses of EPO.
A31	HDCN: Relapsing MCD and FSGS; 30 new audiofiles from 8 sessions of RW07; AKI after oral phosphate
A30	Off topic weekend fun and games: Inference riddles for the whole family to play
A29	Study suggests that flu shots may not reduce mortality in the elderly.
A29	ESRD Network 13 - Hurricane information
A29	Variant Creutzfeld-Jakob disease transmissible by blood transfusion.
A29	Heated seats (applies to dialysis chairs) raise scrotal temperatures and affect sperm.
A29	FDA approves for clinical use a gene expression blood test (AlloMap) designed to help diagnose rejection of heart transplants .
A29	Morton salt notifies customers of potassium chloride shortage due to labor strike at Canadian potash mines.
A29	List of CKD blogs
A29	Singh and Furberg editorialize against use of thiazolidinediones due to CV risk and lack of CV benefit.
A29	Pancreatic exocrine cells reprogrammed to make them into insulin-secreting beta cells
A29	100g/day of cark chocolate lowers blood pressure by 3 mm Hg.
A29	Eating two eggs a day while restricting caloric intake has no adverse effects on LDL cholesterol.
A27	Debate flares: Can obese patients be healthy?
A27	Webcam doctor visits take off in Hawaii
A26	More cases of fatal pancreatitis after Byetta reported.
A26	Allopurinol lowers blood pressure in hypertensive adolescents
A26	Newer gated CT scans diagnose coronary artery disease and obviate need for angiography.
A26	Leptin injections keep rats with type 1 diabetes alive without insulin.
A26	Twenty percent of Ayurvedic medicines found to be contaminated with lead, arsenic, or mercury.
A25	Renophobia: Brit panics when she finds kidney in a piece of chicken dinner !
A25	Longer-term low-dose IL-2 treatment (metronomic dosing) has fewer side effects when used for prostate cancer.
A25	New guidelines to treat rheumatoid arthritis focus on disease-modifying drugs.
A25	Some rice bran products found to contain high levels of arsenic.
A25	FDA approves Nplate (romiplostim) to stimulate bone marrow in thrombocytopenia.
A24	Bifidobacterium infantis may have systemic immune system benefits.
A24	Off topic: Weekend fun and games - Bloxorz
A22	Submitting an ASN poster presentation? Go here to make your poster on-line for 90-160 dollars.
A22	Some evidence that Vytorin is, or maybe is not, associated with an increased cancer risk; FDA gets involved.
A22	New antimicrobial approach tames, rather than kills, pathogenic bacteria, lowering risk of emerging resistant strains.
A22	Fresenius stays strong in tough economic times.
A22	NEJM: Preeclampsia raises risk of subsequent CKD
A21	NKF launches education toolkit targeting treatment of patients with HIV and CKD.
A21	DaVita establishes Florida hotline for dialysis patients to be used during hurricanes.
A21	Blocking androgen receptors in prostate cancer may paradoxically enhance tumor growth.
A21	Taste receptor for calcium present in the mouths of mice.
A21	AMAG receives fast track designation from FDA for ferumoxytol as an MRI contrast agent.
A20	79 million US adults have problems related to medical care induced debt.
A20	First red blood cells grown in the lab.
A20	Individual genome analysis shows that drug sensitivity may be poorly predicted by skin color (presumed race)
A20	New survey shows obesity rates continue to increase in the United States.
A19	Lowering homocysteine with folic acid and B vitamins fails to reduce CV events in heart disease patients.
A19	Low-level arsenic exposure linked to increased type 2 diabetes risk.
A19	Effect of grapefruit juice on drug absorption and metabolism: new complexities
A19	Chronic lead poisoning from contaminated urban soils.
A19	Obesity epidemic due to increased food intake, and not decreased activity level.
A19	FDA warns of hemorrhagic necrotizing pancreatitis with Byetta (exenatide)
A18	Researchers create milligram quantities of completely synthetic heparin
A18	Compensated organ donation pits the AMA against the NKF: The Satel article in Slate magazine.
A18	Novel type of gene silencing technology described.
A18	Wall Street Journal health blog debated ethics of organ donation, focusing on NKF opposition to the concept.
A18	Medicare finalizes its list of - no pay - preventable conditions in hospitalized patients.
A18	Anti-fibrosis drug developed by Australian scientists may help slow progression of CKD
A16	Off-topic: weekend fun and games. Cryptoquote
A15	HDCN: Congestive heart failure and the nephrologist; Novel in vivo fluorescence microscopy; ANNA conference on phosphate binders; 22 new RW audiofiles; Sympathetic overactivity in ESRD; Aldosterone and renal fibrosis
A15	When is a potential heart donor really dead? NEJM report raises some ethical questions.
A15	Lancet: ONTARGET study shows mixed results for combined ARB/ACEI therapy; greater reduction of proteinuria but a higher renal event rate.
A15	Certain hepatitis B virus genotypes linked to liver cancer risk.
A15	Bariatric surgery - induced weight loss helps, but does not cure, sleep apnea.
A15	Infection control requirements from CDC incorporated into CMS conditions for coverage for dialysis units. MMWR, see p. 875.
A14	Monosodium glutamate use associated with weight gain.
A14	SpyCEP identified as key element to infectivity of group A strep associated with necrotizing fasciitis.
A14	CMS issues draft interpretive guidelines for surveyors re new conditions for coverage; requests comments (pdf).
A14	European Society of Pathology website, including selected slide presentations.
A13	Enhancing lysosomal receptors for chaperone molecules prevents aging of mouse livers.
A13	NKF-FDA workshop: Proteinuria as a Surrogate Outcome in CKD: Link to presentations.
A13	T-cell furin linked to autoimmunity
A12	MicroRNA specific to endothelial cells associated with blood vessel branching, survival after cardiac infarction.
A11	Proton pump inhibitors increase fracture risk
A11	Prospective study of runners as they aged from 50 through 80 shows substantial benefits.
A09	Open access articles are read more frequently, but citation rate is not increased, at least during the first year.
A09	Off-topic weekend fun and games: Are you smarter than a fifth-year biology student? Biology games and quizzes.
A08	FDA issues warning about risk of rhabdomyolysis when simvastatin is used with amiodarone.
A08	Immune response to early treatment of hepatitis C suggests that cure rate may be enhanced.
A08	FDA-mandated new labeling and medication guide for ESAs now activated.
A08	LabCorp via Litholink and the NKF launch an educational and information technology support program for early CKD detection.
A08	AHA issues recommendations for ambulatory BP monitoring is certain children and adolescents.
A08	Obese men face twin threat from prostate cancer
A08	Dr. Stan Lindenfeld appointed as Chief Medical Officer of U.S. Renal Care
A07	Bile acids play a role in glucose metabolism and insulin signaling.
A07	Proposed legislation would protect physicians who volunteer to treat poor patients from medical liability.
A07	Some foreign-trained physicians working under the J-1 visa waiver program complain of abusive working conditions.
A07	Occult hepatitis C viral infection present in 45% of hemodialysis patients with abnormal liver enzymes.
A07	New gene-based molecular test for prostate cancer ready for commercialization.
A07	U.K. National Health Service decides that 4 new drugs with some activity against kidney cancer are not cost-effective.
A07	NEJM: FGF-23 is a risk marker for death in incident dialysis patients
A06	ASN Renal Express newsletter for August
A06	NephCure announces recipients of research awards focusing on FSGS.
A06	November CJASN paper details benefits of rituximab in treating membranous nephropathy.
A06	Broccoli compounds reduce reactive oxygen species induced in blood vessels by hyperglycemia.
A05	IV calcium channel blocker wins FDA approval to treat acute hypertension.
A05	Baroreflex device to treat hypertension. A pipe dream? 200 million dollars raised so far says maybe not.
A05	New guidelines suggest that routine prostate cancer screening not be done in patients over 75 years of age.
A05	Physician and nurse blogs not uncommonly intrude on patient privacy rights and have undeclared conflicts of interest.
A05	New method of inducing tolerance using donor leukocytes shows promising results.
A05	Assay for serum hepcidin may help diagnose anemia of chronic disease.
A04	Patients with myeloma treated with ESAs may have poorer survival.
A02	Settlement will reduce acrylamide levels in potato chips.
A02	Weekend off topic recreation: Philosophers play games.
A01	Shire stops selling its ESA Dynepo in Europe due to unfavorable market environment.
A01	FDA forces new labeling changes for ESAs under new law.
A01	R1626 shows promising effects against HCV viremia when combined with pegylated inferferon and ribavirin.
A01	Mouse data suggests that warfarin may inhibit fibrosis due to hepatitis C.
A01	Consensus statement suggests that HbA1c is the best test to detect early diabetes.
A01	Pluripotent stem cells obtained from skin cells used to generate motor neurons.
A01	Treating H. pylori infection markedly reduces risk of recurrent gastric cancer.
J31	Two new drugs have profound effects on exercise conditioning in mice.
J30	A year of quality-adjusted human life is worth 129,000 dollars?
J30	Incenter 3x/week nocturnal hemodialysis in the news.
J30	Does adiponectin have a dark side? Study associates it with increased cardiovascular risk.
J30	Bifidobacterium infantis continues to show promise as treatment for irritable bowel syndrome.
J29	New study highlights risk of losing bone density while following a low-calorie diet for weight loss.
J29	Manganese-containing nanobialys may be a useful alternative to gadolinium for MRI imaging, among other uses.
J29	Rember, a drug that is really a blue dye that prevents tau tangles, appears to slow Alzheimer's disease.
J29	Home dialysis in Ontario, Canada in the news
J29	Difficult patient kicked out of local dialysis center forced to dialyze in local hospital emergency room.
J29	FDA advised against eating green gook (tomalley) from American lobsters.
J29	Testosterone changes associated with perimenopausal increase in metabolic syndrome risk.
J29	Observational study suggests that statins may lower risk of senile dementia very substantially.
J28	TriPort device aids in performing umbilical laparoscopic surgery.
J28	Deep frozen organs function after being transplanted into animals 3 months later.
J28	E-prescribers see Medicare bonus, but late adopters will face pay cut
J27	Human autoantibodies from women with pre-eclampsia induce the condition in pregnant mice.
J26	Fist-clenching prior to phlebotomy can raise sample potassium levels.
J26	Amgen shares rise after success of its drug denosumab in lowering risk of bone fractures.
J25	Off topic weekend fun and games: Escape from the guesthouse
J25	HDCN: Metabolic syndrome and CKD; Statins and Progression of CKD; PKD cilia basic research; Gene regulation in Renal Disease; Pharmacogenetics of Immunosuppressants; Exercise and Dialysis
J25	NIDDK publishes strategic plan for addressing research on non-cancer-related prostate disease.
J25	U.S. House approves delay of Medicare trigger measure.
J24	Complement activation is increased in patients with age-related macular degeneration.
J24	In acute study, fructose increases lipogenesis relative to glucose.
J23	NEJM: Genetic mutation associated with most patients who develop myopathy on high-dose statins.
J23	Texas ESRD Network hurricane resource site
J23	Hurricane Dolly now at south Texas coast.
J23	How bacterial biofilms use chemical weapons against amoebas
J23	Scientists isolate compound in saliva that speeds wound healing.
J22	Dr. Arnold Kim gives up nephrology practice to attend to his Mac blogging site and other projects.
J22	As travel costs rise, more meetings go virtual.
J22	House Appropriations Subcommittee increases proposed FDA budget by more than 20% to over 2 billion dollars per year.
J22	Vagal nerve stimulation suppresses spleen production of TNF: A brain to immune system connection?
J22	New type of chlorine-tolerant membranes developed for desalination.
J22	The cold, cruel facts?: Disease prevention programs may not lower costs in the long run?
J22	Ezetimibe plus simvastatin drug trial shows no effect on aortic valve stenosis progression.
J22	Prostate cancer drug abiraterone hailed as a breakthrough in the treatment of advanced disease.
J22	Ice-tea aficionado develops kidney stones
J22	Woman who claimed water-loading diet caused brain damage due to seizures wins lawsuit.
J21	Dr. Joseph Letteri, an expert in kidney treatment; in memoriam
J21	Advance lowers risk of rejection of animal tissues.
J21	Anti-bacterial actions of cranberry juice explained by its action on fimbriae.
J21	Adding calcium hydroxide to seawater may reverse global warming.
J21	Drug industry: No more free pens, pads, or mugs for docs.
J21	Singapore mulls legal kidney trading.
J21	FDA finds incriminated Salmonella strain on jalapeno peppers
J19	Off-topic weekend fun and games: Frogger
J19	Human blood vessels grown in mice
J18	In-center nocturnal dialysis in Colorado in the news.
J18	Donor nephrectomy via umbilical incision shortens donor post-op recovery time.
J18	Jonathan Himmelfarb to lead new Kidney Research Institute based in Seattle.
J17	Low-carb vs. low-fat supporters fight over importance of NEJM study on NY Times blog.
J17	FDA retracts Salmonella-related warning against eating raw tomatoes. Peppers still a potential risk factor.
J17	Genetic variant identified that increases risk of elevated triglycerides fourfold in Asian Americans.
J17	Peptidoglycans from gut bacteria may induce C. albicans to transform into infectious variant.
J17	Radiocontrast nephropathy studies may overestimate risk of AKI, since creatinine often increases in controls patients, also.
J17	U.S. population keeps getting fatter; esp. Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee.
J17	FDA safety recall: Sodium polystyrene sulfonate contaminated with yeast.
J17	AHA to launch new journal focusing on cardiovascular outcomes trials and methodology.
J17	Whole fruits and fruit juices have opposite effects on diabetes risk in Nurses' Health Study
J17	Atkins was right after all. NEJM study confirms benefits of low-carb and Mediterannean diets vs. low-fat diet.
J17	NEJM study shows that IVIG plus rituximab increases transplant success rates in HLA-sensitized patients.
J16	Doctors hopeful that improved blood thinners are on the horizon: Three new candidates.
J16	Annals: Low molecular weight heparin for 7 days better than stockings after arthroscopic knee surgery.
J16	Has the Achilles heel of the HIV virus been located?
J16	Cyclosporine increases expression of VEGF. Is this a mechanism for post-transplant cancer risk?
J16	Congress overrides Bush veto on Medicare bill that prevents physician payment cuts.
J15	Are kidney transplants performed at night less successful? A small European study suggests this possibility.
J15	GAO recommends prior authorization by Medicare of physican office-based diagnostic imaging tests.
J15	Bush to veto Medicare physician's pay patch bill today; Congress set to override.
J14	Will global warming spark a rise in kidney stone incidence?
J14	Ortho Biotech and Amgen resolve antitrust lawsuit.
J14	Japanese build DNA sewing machine.
J14	Sodium phenyl butyrate (PBA) may prolong life of pancreatic beta cells in type 2 diabetes.
J14	Nurses struggle with implications of new CMS policy re non-reimbursable adverse events.
J14	Track the 2008 U.S. Transplant Games
J14	CKD screening shows that a high percentage of Australia's indigenous population has kidney disease.
J14	FDA warning: Microangiopathic hemolytic anemia with avastin plus sunitinib.
J14	Amgen's osteoporosis drug denosumab found effective in maintaining bone density in prostate cancer patients treated with androgen deprivation.
J13	Histone deacetylase (HDAC) inhibitor SAHA found to have anti-immune effects in graft vs. host disease.
J12	Off-topic: weekend fun and games: The Memory Game
J12	Triathlon athlete and dialysis patient Shad Ireland in the news.
J12	Pioneering heart surgeon Michael DeBakey dies at age 99.
J11	Dialysis patients in Scotland can access their lab results on-line.
J11	FDA lists May 2008 labeling changes: Aranesp (tumor progression) and CellCept (lymphoma and PML risk)
J11	Angiodynamics recalls its Centros dialysis catheter due to inadequate cuff attachment.
J11	U.S. News issues its annual rankings of hospitals by specialty.
J11	White House threatens to veto bill rescinding physician Medicare payment cuts. Does the Senate have the votes to override?
J11	Scientists image prostate cancer that has metastasized to pelvic lymph nodes.
J10	Aspirin may benefit patients with osteoporosis: a possible mechanism identified.
J10	Histone deacetylase (HDAC) inhibitors protect ischemic tissue from injury.
J10	Computational biology approach leads to better understanding of immune response to presented antigen.
J10	Time of day affects antibody response to vaccination in men, but not women. Morning is best.
J10	U.S. National Public Radio examines health care system in 5 European countries.
J09	New form of Creutzfeld-Jakob-type of dementia discovered in the United States - no obvious cause.
J09	Salmonella outbreak continues: jalapeno peppers now thought to be a cause.
J09	Medicare bill that rescinds physician payment cuts passes in Senate with veto-proof majority.
J09	ESRD Network 14 (Texas) alert regarding contamination of at least one lot of Morton salt pellets by sodium ferrocyanide.
J09	Androgen-deprivation therapy does not help when given to older men with localized prostate cancer vs.watchful waiting alone..
J09	Fresenius signs sublicensing agreement with Luitpold to use Venofer in United States patients.
J08	Phosphate in CKD conference; September 26, 2008 in New York City.
J08	Stanford researchers find molecule that kills kidney cancer cells, STF-62247.
J08	Farm-raised tilapia fish has relatively low levels of omega-3 fatty acids.
J08	Fish oil plus red yeast lower cholesterol to the same extent as statin therapy.
J08	Transplant tourists running out of destinations.
J08	FDA adds boxed warning on risk of tendon rupture associated with fluoroquinolone antibiotics.
J08	Overweight patients trying to lose weight lose twice as much if they keep a food diary.
J08	HDCN: Causes of stone disease, including nanobacteria; ASDIN: Part 4 vascular access; PGE: Reactive oxygen species talks; NNJ: Knowledge expectations and depression treatment; FA: Ionized calcium and CKD in the elderly.
J07	Swiss study suggests an 8% increase in failure rate when a male kidney is given to a woman recipient.
J07	Medicare double delay: Senate fails to act and CMS holds physician claims.
J07	Dr. Allen Alfrey, discoverer of the cause of aluminum-related dialysis dementia, in memoriam.
J07	Fresenius Medical buys heparin-maker APP pharmaceuticals.
J03	NEJM: Scanning the blood for circulating tumor cells using DNA technology helps guide treatment of metastatic disease.
J03	VA/NIH study of dialysis dose in acute kidney failure published in NEJM
J03	Statins spur glial progenitor cells to develop into oligodendrocytes.
J03	Pfizer will no longer work directly with for-profit CME companies.
J03	Novel antibiotic ceftobirole kills even the most resistant Staph. aureus.
J03	CMS releases 2007 ESRD Clinical Performance Measures report (.pdf)
J03	Secondary analysis of CHOIR data suggests that high EPO doses, rather than high Hb per se, associated with mortality.
J03	FDA panel recommends that all new diabetes drugs be screened for cardiovascular risk.
J02	New orally active, broad-spectrum angiogenesis inhibitor may be useful against many cancers.
J02	Secret of herpesvirus latency discovered in strands of microRNA.
J01	Caffeine intake increases rate at which muscle replenishes glycogen stores after exercise.
J01	Indocyanine green plus laser light kills even resistant bacteria; application to wound infections.
J01	Medicare proposes changes for dialysis reimbursement.
J01	More on the physician Medicare payment cut battle in the Congress.
J01	FDA may start focusing more on software reliability in medical devices.
J01	Bills pending in Congress would remove Supreme Court shield for medical device manufacturers.
J01	Doxycycline-inhibitable protease activity increased in SHR rats; this also may explain various aspects of metabolic syndrome.
J30	Doctors get temporary reprieve on Medicare cuts.
J30	Cancer cure strategy in mice to be tested in humans: transfusion of allogeneic cancer-killing leukocytes.
J30	Volcanoes turn out to be an important source of mercury pollution.
J30	Calcium supplementation alone does not reduce hip fracture risk in the elderly (new meta-analysis)
J30	AHA publishes cookbook focusing on healthy soul food recipes
J30	Sudden hearing loss associated with increased risk of future stroke.
J30	AHA launches hearthub.org, a website for patients.
J30	Prevalence of silent cerebral infarction in healthy (mean age 62) people at 11% in MRI study.
J30	AMA delegates oppose CMS no pay policy for "preventable" conditions that develop during hospital stay.
J28	Mortality rates similar at for-profit and not-for-profit dialysis chain patients; former use more EPO and IV iron.
J28	Bill to approve pathway for FDA approvals of biosimilars advocated as saving billions of dollars.
J28	Senate fails to take up legislation that would delay Medicare physician fee cut.
J28	FDA/Roche: Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML) warnings added to mycophenolate labeling.
J26	Fructose, but not glucose, increases visceral adipose tissue and triglycerides, and lower insulin sensitivity.
J26	Testing of athletes for illicit EPO use has high rate of false negatives.
J26	Gastric vagal block surgery less invasive, than bariatric surgery, but also effective in causing weight loss.
J26	Two siRNA in the Phase I/II pipeline for kidney disease, one for delayed graft function, the other for AKI
J26	Cethromycin for community-acquited MRSA.
J26	Allen Nissenson hired as Chief Medical Officer of DaVita
J25	R provides open access software for statistical analysis and graphing of results.
J25	House Medicare bill and the politics of competitive bidding for medical equipment
J25	Off topic - new technology: Compressed air cars on the near horizon (watch video)
J25	House votes to block cut in physician Medicare fees.
J25	MRSA skin infections becoming commonplace in healthy athletes.
J25	Site indentified at which microRNAs may down-regulate immune response.
J25	Impending Medicare reimbursement cuts may affect delivery of care
J25	African Americans excrete less potassium in the urine, and it's not all due to dietary intake.
J25	Excessive amounts of lead found in indoor/outdoor carpeting and artificial grass.
J25	Radiofrequency equipment ID tags can halt dialysis machines, change ventilator settings, alter syringe pump performance in the ICU.
J25	Obesity drug rimonabant approved for NHS use in England and Wales.
J25	Breast-cancer gene BRCA2 linked to much shorter survival after prostate cancer.
J24	Take your meds and have a chance at winning the lottery.
J24	House reps Dingell and Barton plan bill pushing nationwide adoption of electronic medical record systems.
J23	Some academic sites offering on-line second opinion services.
J23	Brouhaha over inclusion of Social Security numbers on Medicare ID cards: Would take 8 years to change?
J23	Rapamycin may impact retardation in tuberous sclerosis and might be useful in treating autism.
J23	New source of cardiac stem cells found in the epicardium
J21	Might Tai-Chi benefit CKD patients who can't sleep well?
J20	ANNA Monthly enewsletter, June, 2008
J20	Abbott Labs research grant solicitation on VDRA: Deadline is June 30th.
J20	ASN: Renal Express, June issue.
J20	Stem cells give old muscles new pep
J19	Some pathogenic bacteria use nanosyringe to inject host cells with toxins.
J19	Might exposure to low doses of ionizing radiation be beneficial?
J19	Is fluoride in drinking water safe for patients with CKD?
J19	FDA cautions about increased mortality in elderly patients with dementia who had been treated with antipsychotic drugs
J19	Investigation of deaths at Lufkin dialysis center: How alleged criminal activity was uncovered.
J18	DNA-modified bacteria eat plant waste and excrete fuel oil.
J18	Computer generated warfarin dosing as effective as dosing by expert prescribers.
J18	HHV-8 herpes virus linked to ketosis-prone type 2 diabetes in Africa.
J18	HDCN: Genetics of FSGS; More ASDIN talks; PGE course audiofiles on reactive oxygen species.
J17	Big breakfast diet more effective than low-carb diet in maintaining weight loss.
J17	Diabetes doubles the risk of hearing loss.
J16	Transportation fees impact some Canadian diaysis patients.
J16	British Medical Journal hosts interchange of views on appropriateness of paying live organ donors.
J16	Patients only rarely use online ratings to pick physicians.
J16	Do patients with combined liver/kidney transplants really need the kidney portion?
J16	Eating in response to stress? Ghrelin could be the reason why.
J16	Studies with fat cells suggest that resveratrol may help combat obesity.
J16	Etanercept slows cyst formation in a mouse model of PKD via inhibiting TNF-alpha.
J13	Senate Republicans block debate on Baucus bill, that would have delayed Medicare payment cuts.
J13	FDA and EMEA to consider biomarkers of renal injury in animal studies evaluating renal safety of new drugs.
J12	Baxter avian flu vaccine shows promise in early testing.
J12	XBP1, stimulated by a high-carb diet, may be a new target for treatment of dyslipidemias.
J12	Sequential treatment of lupus in women with cyclophosphamide and mycophenolate preserves ovarian function.
J12	Patch-based vaccine effective against traveler's diarrhea.
J12	A subgroup of retinal cells linked to circadian cycle resetting and insomnia.
J12	FDA approves generic form of ramipril made by Lupin pharmaceuticals.
J11	Vitamin D protects heart-failure-prone rats against heart failure when fed a high-salt diet.
J11	Lupus more severe, and nephritis more common, in patients with Southern European ancestry.
J11	Fresenius helps to provide dialysis supplies to China earthquake victims.
J11	CMS gives researchers access to parts of the Medicare prescription drug benefit database.
J11	FDA: Concern about potential cancer risk in users of Regranex (becaplermin) gel (used to help heal foot ulcers in diabetics).
J11	ANNA releases new editions of its Certification Review Guide and Core Curriculum
J11	The American Heart Association translates key parts of its website to Spanish, Vietnamese, and simplified Chinese.
J11	Doctor of nursing practice degree - will this grant clinical privileges similar to that of an MD?
J10	Rosiglitazone may slow progression of diabetic eye disease.
J10	Would the proposed Baucus bill threaten smaller dialysis providers?
J10	Baucus unveils Medicare payment reform legislation that would impact on ESRD reimbursement.
J10	Study suggests existence of more than one stem cell population in a single organ (intestinal tract)
J10	One more argument against smoking: Increased risk of age-related hearing loss.
J10	Etanercept plus exenatide increases efficacy of islet cell transplants over the standard Edmonton protocol.
J10	Eating diet rich in oily fish associated with markedly reduced risk of age-related macular degeneration.
J10	Large Australian RCT specifically shows that lowering HbA1C in diabetics to a 6.5% target protects the kidney.
J10	NEJM: Full text of ADVANCE trial, which showed a benefit of intensive glucose control (HbA1C to 6.5%)
J09	NEJM: Glycemic control in the ADVANCE vs. ACCORD trials (editorial)
J09	NEJM: ACCORD trial results published (full text): Intensive blood glucose lowering in diabetes may worsen outcomes.
J09	Myeloma drug Velcade (bortezomib) shows promise in treating lupus in an animal model.
J09	Observational study associated low 25-D levels with poor CV outcomes in peritoneal dialysis patients.
J09	High blood levels of 25-vitamin D may increase risk of aggressive prostate cancer.
J09	VA diabetes trial reports at ADA. Lowering HbA1c below 7% associated with a trend for improved CV outcomes.
J09	115 year old woman found to have essentially normal brain on autopsy, with no evidence of Alzheimer's disease.
J09	Search abstracts being presented at the 2008 American Diabetes Association meeting.
J09	Study suggests benefits of a short nap for night-shift healthcare workers.
J06	Why the two diabetes trials of aggressively lowering HbA1c came up with different results.
J06	High-protein weight loss diet protects against the bone loss seen with standard low-fat higher carb diets.
J06	Nephros completes trial of clip-on hemodiafiltration module and high-efficiency b2-M hemodiafilter.
J06	Mechanism of action of niacin to increase HDL levels discovered.
J05	HHS releases comprehensive plan to speed nationwide adoption of health information technology.
J05	FDA: More on the ongoing review of TNF-blockers and cancer risk.
J05	Is your health record already on-line on your health insurer's website? If so, how tightly is this protected?
J05	Alcohol ingestion cuts risk of rheumatoid arthritis by 50%.
J05	Study in mice suggests resveratrol has marked cardioprotective effects.
J05	NEJM: Heparin contaminated with oversulfated chondroitin sulfate causes anaphylaxis via kallikrein activation.
J05	NEJM: Aliskiren plus losartan lowers proteinuria in diabetics.
J04	FDA reviewing reports of increased cancer risk associated with TNF- blocking drugs.
J03	ASN Renal Express Newsletter, June 3rd.
J03	Antibacterial wipes can actually spread drug-resistant bacteria if used on more than one surface.
J03	Salmonella outbreak in 9 states linked to raw tomatoes.
J03	HDCN Update: PAD in CKD; Rheumatology in CKD; More RRI, ASDIN, and RPA talks; PGE Renal Tx. part 2; Articles: Lipid management and remission clinic
J03	ASN 2008 Renal Week abstract deadline extended to June 9th.
J03	Nova (R) renal - a contrast-free method for visualization of renal perfusion on MR scans.
J03	Magnetic control mechanism developed to steer swallowed mini-cameras for better GI tract images.
J03	Artificial blood vessel creation from smooth muscle cells makes major advances.
J03	NIH to fund research into bacteria colonizing various parts of the human body.
J03	Ultrasmall bacteria that can pass through dialysis filters identified in deep Greenland ice cores.
J03	USC researchers identify gene that controls blood glucose levels.
J03	Senate Bill would delay Medicare payment cuts to physicians.
J02	Links fixed to .mp3 files for the 2008 Renal Research Institute meeting talks
J02	Taiwanese study links water chlorination to birth defects.
J02	Genetically engineered regulatory T-cells used to control inflammatory bowel disease in mice.
J02	Cubing and then boiling potatoes markedly reduces their content of potassium and other minerals.
M31	Journal of Renal Care journal club: Buttonhole method of cannulating AV fistulas - the new gold standard?
M31	Fomer nurse at dialysis center arrested regarding question of injecting bleach intravenously into a patient.
M30	Cause of clubbing of the fingers in lung disease found - 15-HPGD.
M30	Whole milk as effective as 0.1% barium as GI contrast agent for CT.
M29	Diabetes Tech and Therapeutics journal supplement focuses on self-monitoring of blood glucose.
M29	Prucalopride shows promise in treating patients with severe constipation.
M29	Dehydrated tomatoes markedly lower prostate tumor growth in an animal model.
M29	New microsphere-based vaccine for type 1 diabetes to be tested in humans. It reverses diabetes in mice.
M28	Hope for stroke victims. Monkeys control prosthetic arm using brain waves to feed themselves.
M28	ADA Scientific Sessions start June 6th. Search abstracts at this link.
M28	Study suggests that salsalate may be of benefit in type 2 diabetics.
M28	RIP140 molecule involved in tumor cachexia, fatty liver, and associated inflammation.
M27	AMAG Pharmaceuticals signs agreement with 3SBio to commercialize ferumoxytol in China.
M27	Louisiana Senate passes bill that would shield disaster responders from civil liability lawsuits.
M27	Study suggests that RDA for children for cholecalciferol should be 2,000 IU/day, rather than 200 IU/day.
M27	New scoring method for coronary artery calcification that takes into account extent of calcium coverage.
M27	High-flavonoid cocoa can be a boost for diabetics.
M27	Should HbA1c be used instead of plasma glucose to screen for diabetes?
M27	Brooke Army medical center experimenting with stem cell treatment to regrow lost body parts.
M26	2008 American Transplant Congress to meet in Toronto starting May 31. Abstracts at this link.
M26	Qualitative changs in gut microflora affect insulin resistance.
M26	Six vs. three meals per day has no impact on weight loss.
M23	Automated CPR machine helps save lives.
M23	FDA to use Medicare claims data to monitor drug side effects once drugs have been marketed.
M22	Biotech company to hold auction for people who want to clone their pet dog.
M22	FDA approves gut opioid antagonist Entereg, for use to prevent postoperative ileus.
M22	It's official: Home BP monitoring is now the standard of care.
M21	CMS launches hospital comparison website.
M21	President Bush signs genetic anti-discrimination act (GINA) into law.
M21	Genetic researchers identify numerous genes involved in synthesis and storage of fat in cells.
M21	After heart attack, bivalirudin better than heparin plus glycoprotein IIb/IIIa inhibitors.
M21	Former Amgen executive Dr. Robert Brenner moves to AMAG.
M21	Modest red wine (but not beer) ingestion actually may lower risk of NAFLD - non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.
M21	Protein structure is deciphered of steap3, a protein that regulates iron absorption in the gut.
M21	Denosumab (target of which is RANK ligand) increases bone mineral density more than continued alendronate treatment in postmenopausal women.
M20	Small adrenal masses found incidentally on computed tomography almost exclusively benign.
M20	NEJM: Palevsky-VA/NIH study shows that daily HD or more intense CRRT of no benefit in acute kidney injury
M20	Investigation into dialysis center deaths focuses on temporary use of 1.0 K dialysate concentrate.
M20	Google health now accepting patient information.
M19	Results of VA/NIH study on dialysis dose in acute kidney injury to be presented tomorrow, May 20th, in Toronto at ATS2008.
M19	A new discovery regarding pathogenesis of lupus - abnormal editing of genes.
M19	Vaccine targeting amyloid beta protein prevents Alzheimer's disease in mice.
M19	Silver-coated endotracheal tube use dramatically reduces resistant infections in ICU patients.
M19	Protein that mimics phagocyte defensins effective against resistant bacteria on in vitro testing.
M19	Two California patients may have been rejected for liver transplant because of medical marijuana use.
M19	Breast cancer risk gene BRCA2 now also tied to prostate cancer risk.
M19	American Society of Hypertension Annual Meeting (May 14-17) - abstracts at this link
M19	Capsaicin plus a derivative of lidocaine cause pain relief without numbness. Will it work for cannulation pain?
M19	Didusch center historical exhibit on Women Healers (7.5 mb .pdf file)
M18	Nephrology nurse practitioner and physician assistant meeting to be held July 17-18 in Arlington, VA.
M18	Didusch center for urologic history collections
M18	New superdrug may be useful against MRSA superbugs.
M17	FDA issues warning about birth defects in infants when mother took mycophenolate (MMF) during pregnancy.
M17	Is marrying your first cousin truly dangerous in terms of offspring? A critical examination of the data.
M17	FDA convenes to examine impact of direct-to-consumer pharmaceutical, and now, medical device, advertising.
M17	Patient deaths at dialysis unit may have been caused by an employee with criminal intent.
M17	Former head of UCLA cadaver program indicted for selling body parts on the side, profiting directly from sales.
M16	Everolimus significantly delays progression of kidney cancer.
M16	Salmonella infection in people linked to exposure to dry dog food.
M16	View abstracts, posters being presented at the American Urologic Association annual meeting, May 17-22.
M16	Lymphocytic choriomeningitis Virus (LCMV) - infected transplant organs cause 1 death and 1 serious injury at Boston-area hospital.
M16	Heparin-coated thoracic drainage catheters being recalled because of OSCS contamination.
M16	MMWR: CDC recommends herpes zoster vaccine for all persons over age 60.
M16	Is on-line hemodiafiltration finally coming to the U.S.?
M16	Small molecule found that can disassemble amyloid proteins associated with Alzheimer's disease.
M16	MIT research team crafts films resistant to bacterial adhesion.
M16	New NHANES analysis finds CV mortality increased in patients following a lower salt intake.
M16	Local injection of muscle-derived autologous stem cells helps restore continence post-prostatectomy.
M16	Problem with certificates (have not passed the quiz yet) fixed.
M16	HDCN: CKD anemia optimization; Mycophenolate pharmacokinetics and the latest lupus trials; More RPA talks; More RRI talks; First batch of ASDIN talks; Transplant PGE from RW07; Management of membranous GN
M15	Lower-dose tissue plasminogen activator treatment improves survival in patients with hemorrhagic stroke.
M15	Canadian scientists discover how tuberculosis bacteria evade destruction by macrophages.
M15	AFP Pharma raises price of heparin. Cost of a typical dialysis treatment will go up by a half-dollar.
M15	Fluvastatin found to markedly lower viral load in hepatitis C.
M15	Biopterin derivative may be effective treatment for severe heart failure.
M15	University of New Hampshire group enhances the immunomodulatory effects of IVIG by modifying its sialic acid residues
M14	Yale scientists isolate estrogen-like substance secreted by osteoblasts.
M14	Dialysis access consortium trial results (clopidogrel) published in JAMA: less clotting, but no difference re AVF usability.
M13	Kidney market shut as Pakistan cuts supply.
M13	On-line registration for the ASN 2008 Board Review Course is now open.
M13	NxStage reports that it was able to double number of home dialysis patients in past year.
M13	Abstracts from 2008 Asian Pacific Congress of Nephrology at this link.
M13	Preop beta blockers reduce heart attack risk but markedly increase total mortality.
M13	Texting kids to take their medicine may increase compliance.
M13	Prism eyeglasses expand view for patients with stroke-induced hemianopia.
M12	Should the NKF KDOQI staging system for CKD be modified?
M12	CPR rescuers do not need to stop compression while administering defibrillator shocks.
M12	Preeclampsia-like condition develops in mice with knockout of catechol-O-methyltransferase (COMT) gene
M12	U.S. Health Secretary: Chinese heparin now should be safe.
M12	Ultraviolet light reflecting lotion used to assess thoroughness of cleaning of toilets in a hospital setting.
M12	Searchable link to ERA-EDTA 2008 abstracts
M12	ERA-EDTA Congress in Stockholm - day by day highlights.
M09	FDA reissues heparin alert, since contaminated heparin still stocked in a number of hospitals.
M09	Int Soc Hemodialysis to present 2008 award to Dr. Bernard Charra in Vincenza, June 3-6.
M09	DaVita Clinical Research completes record number of trials in 2007
M09	Darapladib lowers the activity of inflammatory enzyme associated with vascular plaque.
M09	Computer gaming approach may help solve protein folding and structure problems.
M09	Acrylamide intake associated with risk of kidney cancer.
M08	Dr. Marmot honored as recipient of Baxter-funded health services research prize for his work describing links between heart failure and socioeconomic status.
M07	New hospital superbug to worry about: Stenotrophomonas maltophilia
M07	Being multilingual associated with improved cognition at advanced age.
M07	Polymer coated artificial nanoworms circulate for hours, evading the immune system, and could be used to attack tumor cells.
M07	S100A1 protein found in heart, blood vessels; linked to heart damage and to hypertension.
M07	JASN: Calcitriol associated with a lower mortality in pre-ESRD patients.
M07	Women at high risk for CV events are not benefitted by homocysteine-lowering regimen of B vitamins (JAMA).
M07	Incenter nocturnal dialysis offered at FMC Savannah unit in the news.
M06	ASN Renal Express: May issue now available on-line.
M06	Abbott launches investigator-initiated grant program focusing on nonclassical actions of vitamin D receptors: App deadline June 30.
M06	PNAS: Erythropoietin promoter polymorphisms associated with diabetic retinopathy and progression to ESRD.
M05	CJASN July preview: Niacinamide effective as a phosphate binder.
M05	The leader of the MIT team who helped solve the heparin contamination mystery.
M05	ASN Renal Week abstract archives 2003-2006 now available on-line in .pdf format.
M05	National Physician Identifier number must be used on insurance claim forms to get paid after May 23rd.
M05	FDA Study: Injuries and deaths linked to insulin pump use in teens.
M04	Give young persons 50,000 dollars to donate a kidney? Skeptics fear abuse and exploitation.
M04	Study suggests that the number of fat cells is set for life at adolescence, without change during dieting or weight gain.
M04	Nature genetics: More obesity genes found
M02	NIDDK starts funding investigator-initiated multicenter studies using a 2-part process (U34 and U01).
M02	New ACE 2 activator compounds lower blood pressure in rats and also reduce cardiac and renal fibrosis.
M02	Virginia patient bleeds to death during dialysis due to disconnected bloodline tubing.
M02	Protozoans may ingest E. Coli, and carry them on the surface of vegetables like spinach and lettuce.
M01	Both houses of Congress now have passed GINA - genetic anti-discrimination bill. Bush says he will sign it.
M01	MMWR: Acute renal failure associated with cosmetic soft tissue filler injections.
M01	AAKP urges Congress to support bill providing immunosuppressive drug coverage for transplant recipients.
M01	AAKP urgers Senator Kerry to support pilot home hemodialysis program.
M01	Obesity linked to heart failure and inflammatory mediator elevation in observational study.
A30	Rash of unexpected deaths at dialysis facility prompt investigation.
A30	Looking for a job? The FDA plans to hire 1300 people in the near future.
A30	Robotic wheelchair uses lasers to dock with cars.
A30	Silver nanoparticles may be harmful to the environment if allowed to enter waste water system.
A30	Yale research supports fusion theory of cancer cell with white blood cell in initiating metastasis.
A30	Ranibizumab better than laser photocoagulation for diabetic macular edema.
A30	Scientists synthesize molecule capable of releasing hydrogen sulfide over extended periods - possible role in donor organ preservation?
A29	UCLA hospital employee charged with selling medical record info on celebrities to news outlet; may face 10 years in prison.
A29	Rituxan fails as lupus treatment in controlled trial.
A29	HDCN: CARE-2 study results; P-binders, mortality,and cost; Aldo in hypertension and CKD progression; RPA Sessions 1 and 2; More RRI talks; ASN PGE - interventional nephrology part 2.
A29	High blood theobromine levels (presumably from eating chocolate) may protect against pre-eclampsia.
A29	The Philippines bans kidney transplant tourism.
A29	JCEM study shows that trifusal, a salicylate-like drug, increases insulin secretion in obese non-diabetics.
A29	Families, CEOs, to testify before Congress on tainted heparin.
A29	Jund, a gene that regulates activity of macrophages, linked to kidney inflammation.
A29	Thiazolidinediones (glitazones) may increase fracture risk in diabetics.
A28	List of journals that submit manuscripts to PubMedCentral on behalf of their authors (no KI, JASN, nor AJKD)
A28	NIH: How to comply with the new NIH public access policy (for grants signed after April 7, 2008).
A28	AAMC taskforce frowns on free pizzas for medical school lunch gatherings, and faculty participation in pharma speaker bureaus.
A28	New JAMA study to highlight CV risk of blood substitutes; FDA under renewed pressure.
A28	Interview with Fresenius chief executive Ulf Schneider: More acquisitions envisioned; mum on Baxter takeover rumor.
A28	Hypertension seen in the emergency department frequently misattributed to trauma, stress, and not followed up.
A28	Gene therapy improves vision in patient with Lebers congenital amaurosis.
A28	FDA approves Relistor (methylnaltrexone) for opioid-induced constipation.
A28	Am J Med supplement (May, free full text) focuses on computer-assisted diagnosis and errors in diagnosis by physicians.
A25	Lancet Inf Dis: Five percent of health care workers have MRSA.
A25	Sanofi-Aventis pulls certain batches of heparin that may have OSCS impurity.
A25	First ever activator of ENAC sodium channel developed.
A25	US Senate unanimously passes anti-discrimination bill relating to genetic information.
A24	GAO says that FDA lacks resources to inspect non-US drug suppliers; only 8% are being inspected now.
A24	Long-term, low dose peginterferon therapy helps patients with chronic hepatitis C.
A24	FDA approve alternate-source latex for gloves that may be less allergenic
A23	Nature Biotechnology: Full text of article describing characterization and detection of oversulfated chondroitin sulfate in heparin.
A23	MIT led teams unravel heparin deaths mystery
A23	NEJM paper (full text) describes mechanism of how oversulfated chondroitin sulfate can cause anaphylaxis.
A23	Genzyme to build new research and development center in Beijing.
A23	Menstrual blood found to be a source of stem cells.
A23	Some compounds in Chinese bitter melon identified with activity against diabetes.
A23	High adiponectin levels linked to kidney dysfunction and albuminuria.
A23	FDA: Fatal hypoglycemia due to maltose-containing immune globulin causing erroneous blood glucose readings.
A23	CARE-2 study published on-line in AJKD. CAC progression with calcium acetate plus atorvastatin similar to sevelamer.
A22	FDA approves compact heart assist device from Thoratec.
A22	CMS releases standards for e-prescribing of drugs.
A22	New nanoparticle-based hydrogel allows orally administered insulin to be absorbed.
A21	Call for Europe-wide organ donor card
A21	New book emphasizes potential harm of high-fructose sweeteners.
A21	FDA: Guidance issued for abbreviated 510K applications for blood tubing sets.
A21	FDA: Guidance issued regarding IDEs for nocturnal hemodialysis.
A21	Massachusetts Senate unanimously passes a law banning all pharma gifts to doctors.
A21	International study of chemicals in urine links blood pressure to diet and gut bacteria.
A21	FDA and Chinese scientists argue over the root cause of heparin allergic reactions.
A21	Chocolate lowers LDL cholesterol by 5% in RCT.
A21	Steven Hebert, renowned Yale nephrologist. In Memoriam
A19	Democrats propose labeling requirements for food and drugs which would list country of origin.
A19	Canada bans all plastic baby bottles containing bisphenol A. Will the U.S. follow?
A19	JAMA report of ghostwritten pharma articles used to oppose FDA policy of loosening restrictions on distribution of articles describing off-label use of drugs.
A18	Fresenius Medical shares rise on earnings, speculation regarding Baxter takeover attempt.
A17	FDA critical path in process for evaluating biomarkers to detect kidney injury.
A17	Petsmart sued over hamster infected with lymphocytic choriomeningitis virus blamed in death of 3 transplant patients.
A17	Robotic micro-tweezers sensitive enough to grasp and move individual cells.
A17	NEJM sounding board article considers impact of patient controlled health records on medical research.
A17	Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) linked to formaldehyde exposure.
A17	Low serum 25D levels associated with incrased peripheral arterial disease risk.
A16	HDCN: Pre-ESRD Mineral Disorder (ASN CNC); Interventional nephrology Part One (ASN-PGE); RRI 2008 meeting Part Two; NNJ CE articles (2); NSF articles; Dialysate glucose.
A16	Meta-analysis suggests that beta-carotene, vitamin A, and vitamin E may actually reduce survival.
A16	Advanced practice nurses seek wider scope in 24 states.
A15	ASN Renal Express - April issue.
A15	Court documents reveal extensive ghostwriting of medical articles by a pharmaceutical company.
A15	Vitamin D supplementation effective in relieving neuropathic pain in type 2 diabetes.
A15	FDA warns of selenium, chromium poisoning associated with health supplements.
A15	Archives Int Med: Loop diuretics associated with lower bone density in men.
A15	Salmonellosis associated with Malt-O-Meal cereal ingestion.
A15	FDA announces recall of two dietary supplements found to contain aristolochic acid.
A15	CMS adopts 26 new CPMs effective April 1, 2008
A15	Nurses' Health Study shows that women who follow DASH - type diet have lower risk of heart attack.
A14	Human vascular system grown in mice. Potential applications for organogenesis.
A14	Exercise doubles growth rate of human prostate cancer cell tumors implanted into mice.
A14	Cannulation of AV fistula: Web CME program by Fistula First.org
A13	Genetic mutation causes iron-resistant iron-deficiency anemia by turning on hepcidin.
A12	Admissions clerk at New York hospital charged with identity theft; sold data on 50,000 patients.
A12	Germany eases law on stem cells.
A12	Cited Arizona dialysis clinic institutes corrective measures.
A12	Genzyme recalls selected lots of thymoglobulin as a precaution; excessively cloudy on reconstitution.
A12	Once yearly zoledronic acid increases lumbar spine density by 4% in glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis patients; better than risedronate
A12	Artificial reef approach to strengthening bone.
A12	Alginate-coated pancreatic beta cells from fetal pigs transplanted into 4 diabetics with mixed results.
A12	Fourteen physicians not involved in Britney Spears' case peeked at her records.
A11	ANNA: Controversies series - should patients be allowed to eat during dialysis?
A11	Shire Pharma launches On Track phosphate binder adherence toolkit.
A11	Drug companies and device makers to voluntarily reveal CME grants to physicians.
A10	Fresenius in talks to buy Italian group Sorin's renal care business.
A10	Department of Defense offers Translational Medical Research Award - RFP.
A10	FDA communication regarding CellCept and Myfortic (mycophenolate) - ongoing safety review.
A10	FDA notice regarding investigation of mycophenolate mofetil regarding progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy.
A09	NEJM: ACEI = ARB, and ACEI + ARB no better than either ACEI or ARB, in high risk patients with diabetes or vascular disease.
A09	Two enzymes associated with acetylation linked to heart muscle contraction.
A09	JASN early release: Raloxifene increases bone mineral density in CKD patients.
A09	Of 102 deaths due to tainted heparin, only 4 were using heparin made by Baxter.
A09	New Lifton study shows that some Bartter and Gitelman mutation heterozygotes are not rare, and are protected against hypertension.
A09	JAMA RCT shows American Indian tye 2 diabetics with LDL lowered to 70 have lower carotid IMT and LV mass than those with LDL lowered to 100.
A08	FDA raises death estimate due to tainted heparin to 62 cases from 19.
A08	Non-Hodgkins lymphoma transmitted to 4 patients via organ donation.
A08	After rejection by the US FDA, Antigenics kidney cancer vaccine approved for use in Russia.
A08	Slight modification to atrial fibrillation surgery improves the results.
A08	American Heart Association issues new guidelines for treatment of resistant hypertension.
A07	Fresenius announces appeal of Baxter touch-screen patent infringement case, develops a back-up interface design.
A07	Skin cells turned into pluripotent stem cells from patients with various diseases.
A07	New antimicrobial proteins identified in alligator blood
A07	Cystic fibrosis linked to elevated lung cell pH, dysregulation of ceramide metabolism.
A07	Mud bath clays may be useful to treat MRSA skin infections.
A06	Second Annual Conference on Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis at Yale, May 10, 2008, New Haven, CT.
A06	Teriparatide (Forteo) gets European regulatory approval for treatment of glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis.
A06	Fresenius loses patent suit brought by Baxter - ordered to stop selling its 2000K dialysis machines in U.S. by Jan 2009.
A04	Transplant ethics conference begins in Chicago (April 4-6).
A04	AMAG Pharma presents data on new iron supplement at NKF Spring Clinical Meeting.
A04	Affymax presents Phase 2 Hematide data at NKF Spring Clinical Meeting in Dallas.
A04	MMWR: Transplantation transmitted tuberculosis.
A04	BCG vaccine reverses type 1 diabetes in mice; now a clinical trial is underway.
A04	Compliance with NIH public access policy for published articles stemming from NIH-funded research.
A03	New conditions for CMS coverage (.pdf file)
A03	CMS releases new conditions for coverage of ESRD care.
A03	Daily dose of caffeine protects rabbit brains from high serum cholesterol.
A03	Baxter faces increasing number of lawsuits over tainted heparin.
A03	New Merck heart failure drug rolofylline gives encouraging results in Phase III trial.
A03	Court rejects U.S. Patent Office's new rules limiting the number of claims.
A03	More heparin recalls: Covidien pre-filled syringes.
A03	JASN review article in the news: Questions the health benefits of drinking lots of water.
A02	DaVita CMO Charles McAllister, MD, to retire.
A02	Treating hypertension in patients more than 80 years of age reduces death rate by 20%.
A02	Adenosine receptor antagonist shows promise in heart failure.
A02	ExoSeal vascular plug reduces bleeding after arterial catheterization.
A02	Iodixanol (Visipaque) no better in terms of contrast nephropathy for PCI.
A01	Should black box warnings on ultrasound contrast agents be reconsidered?
A01	Bacteriophage-bonded surfaces used in wound dressings to decontaminate MRSA.
M31	More good data about pioglitazone suggesting reduction of atherosclerosis.
M31	Kidney with malignant tumor removed trans-vaginally, leaving no scar.
M31	Six new genetic variants associated with type 2 diabetes.
M31	Mysterious periodic fevers in children cured by tonsillectomy.
M30	NEJM: Ezetemibe lowers LDL cholesterol when added to simvastatin, but no effects on carotid artery thickness.
M30	Course for Renal Fellows: Origins of Renal Physiology, Sept. 14-20, 2008, Salisbury Cove, Maine.
M28	MMWR: Discharge diagnosis of kidney disease for hospitalizations increased fourfold between 1980 and 2005.
M28	Robots used as patient simulators in Johns Hopkins medical training center.
M28	Normal weight (BMI) obesity linked to metabolic syndrome.
M27	Keryx ends development of sulodexide after negative trial results.
M27	U.S. judge seeks expert advice on Amgen-Roche license.
M27	Pretreating animals with high-dose folate lowers infarct size.
M27	NEJM: Prognostic value of coronary artery calcium content confirmed in large study.
M27	NEJM: Diaphragm atrophy begins within 18 hours of mechanical ventilation.
M26	Chinese folk remedy vegetable, bitter melon, contains compounds that activate AMPK, similar to metformin.
M25	European nations recall heparin; safety of alternative heparin supply called into question.
M25	Archives study emphasizes heritability of early-onset hypertension in men.
M25	Archives paper highlights renal failure risk of oral phosphate colonoscopy preps.
M25	MRI staging related to prognosis in prostate cancer patients treated by radiotherapy.
M25	Australian agencies aggressively recruiting nurses in the UK.
M25	Inhaled hydrogen sulfide gas induces hypometabolic state in animal model.
M24	California transplant surgeon awaits trial over allegedly overprescribing pain medicines for dying organ donor.
M22	Heparin supplied by B. Braun also affected by allergic contaminant problem.
M21	Cato Institute releases study on compensated living kidney donor program in Iran.
M20	JASN Express: Remission clinic targetting proteinuria with multidrug therapy markedly slows rate of CKD progression.
M20	Vitamin C recycling in human red cells explained via glut-1.
M20	Insulin affects lifespan of C. elegans via inhibition of SKN-1.
M20	More on the heparin contaminant story: Intentional adulteration with animal cartilage most likely explanation.
M20	Two week old blood associated with adverse outcomes when transfused.
M19	Update: Court sends Roche/Amgen patent dispute back to the International Trade Commission.
M19	Roche agrees to pay Amgen 22.5 percent royaty on Mircera sales in the U.S.
M19	New camera with multiple lenses will be able to take detailed 3-D photographs.
M19	FDA identifies heparin contaminant as chemically altered chondroitin sulfate.
M19	Want to develop more upscale interests and tastes? Get a kidney transplant from a snob :-).
M19	Colorectal cancer cells found to produce hepcidin.
M17	Dynamis Therapeutics announces discovery of new class of RAGE inhibitors.
M17	Study to evaluate effects of 4,000 IU vitamin D on patients adopting watchful waiting with early prostate cancer.
M16	Blood vessel protein Robo4 reverses diabetic and age-related macular degeneration in mouse model.
M15	Bile acid derivatives shown to strongly activate the VDR receptor without increasing calcium.
M15	PR, QRS, and QT intervals on ECG are increased in apparently normal elderly persons over age 80.
M14	FDA says that heparin contaminant is close to being identified.
M14	FDA orders that all imported heparin be stopped at the border for testing.
M14	Shire shares soar on Pfizer bid rumors.
M14	Soy compound genistein almost completely stops the spread of prostate cancer in mice.
M14	MGH study will determine if BCG vaccination halts type 1 diabetes in humans as it does in mice.
M13	FDA Oncologic Drug Advisory Panel recommends continued indication of ESAs for cancer patients excluding breast and head and neck.
M13	CMS: Medicare will continue to pay for CT cardiac scans for coronary artery calcification detection.
M13	JASN early release: Both low and high 1,25 D levels associated with vascular calcification in kids.
M13	JASN early release: High dose continuous HDF at 35 ml/kg/hr no better than 20 ml/kg/hr.
M13	German pharma companies ordered to test their heparin stocks for contamination.
M12	Vitamin D supplements given to children may cut risk of subsequent development of type 1 diabetes.
M12	World Kidney Day You-Tube videos (see end of video for whole panel of related clips)
M12	Planned U.S. events for World Kidney Day, March 13th.
M12	Keryx diabetes drug sulodexide fails to achieve primary endpoint in phase III clinical trial.
M12	New macrophage-related protein implicated in inflammatory disease.
M12	Uninterrupted chest compressions during CPR by paramedics lead to increased survival.
M12	Role of women as caregivers highlighted on World Kidney Day (tomorrow).
M11	FDA advisory committee to meet Thursday to discuss use of ESAs in cancer.
M11	Creatine found to be neuroprotective in mouse model of perinatal hypoxia.
M11	Doubts raised over benefits of MRSA screening of hospitalized patients.
M11	FDA releases briefing document for Oncologic Drug Advisory Committee on ESAs in cancer.
M11	Eli Lilly follows Pfizer and NovoNordisk in discontinuing inhalable insulin.
M11	US Postal service issue stamps honoring American scientists.
M11	Six leading academic institutions release report suggesting that flat NIH funding threatens medical research.
M10	Mutated thrombin enzyme may be useful to treat heart attacks and strokes.
M10	Hepatitis cluster prompts Nevada-wide inspection of outpatient surgery units.
M10	Wall Street Journal highlights Chinese supplier of APP-marketed heparin, which so far is free of allergic side effects.
M10	Low levels of PYY, a food-induced gut hormone, may be an early marker for type 2 diabetes.
M10	Baxter foundation contributes 53 million dollars in 2007 to worthwhile causes.
M10	FDA plans to ease restrictions on dissemination of reprints by pharma involving off-label usage of drugs.
M10	Gene associated with uric acid transport, blood fructose level, linked to risk of gout.
M10	With increase in availability from alternative sources, Baxter recalls all heparin products.
M09	APP Pharma takes over the heparin market in the U.S.
M09	AP probe find very low concentrations of many drugs in drinking water.
M08	Previously unknown species of bacteria found to contaminate hairspray.
M08	Ortho Biotech and Amgen modify black box ESA warnings to reflect DVT, tumor progression risk.
M08	Update on German heparin allergic reactions investigation. Other European countries may not be affected.
M07	Bill to encourage e-prescribing for Medicare-reimbursed encounters likely to pass this year.
M07	Sewage-based fertilizer contaminated with thallium, PCBs.
M07	Angiotensin vaccine moderately effective in lowering blood pressure
M07	German firm (Rotexmedica) recalling heparin with China link due to allergic reactions.
M06	7th Annual Prevention in Renal Disease Conference, Toronto, Sept. 19-20, 2008.
M06	Kidney Community Emergency Response Coalition website
M06	More on the heparin contaminant in Baxter's product line - still unidentified.
M06	Dr. Robert Star named as new Head of the KUH Division at NIDDK.
M06	Lupus foundation sponsored webchat about lupus and kidney disease scheduled for Wednesday, March 14th.
M06	Cannabinoid receptor blocker rimonabant prevents ethanol-induced fatty liver in mice.
M06	Genzyme launches Renvela(TM) - sevelamer carbonate - in the United States.
M06	Fresenius invests 36 million euro to increase production of dialyzer components.
M06	Massachusetts Blues health plan concludes that EMRs for physician offices may not be cost-effective.
M05	Las Vegas endoscopy clinic responsible for spreading hepatitis C after reusing syringes, allegedly to cut costs.
M05	Massachusetts may ban drug industry freebies for docs.
M05	JAMA: Flat or depressed lesions on colonoscopy hard to detect, but are most often malignant.
M05	Supreme court votes 4 vs. 4 regarding pharma immunity from product liability for FDA-approved prescription drugs.
M05	FDA finds possible contaminant in Baxter heparin.
M05	A mystery: why does gastric bypass improve type 2 diabetes even without weight loss?
M05	The source of blood stem cells found - it's the placenta.
M05	Oxalobacter formigines bacteria in the gut mean lower risk of stones.
M05	Sensor necklace and magnetic trace additive to pills might be used to track medication compliance in clinical trials.
M04	ASN: March issue of the Renal Policy Express available on-line.
M04	JASN: Humes' tubular assist device lowers mortality in AKI.
M04	Activating PPAR-delta suppresses inflammation in vascular tissues.
M04	Magnetic levitation gives computer users sense of touch.
M04	PPAR-gamma knockout mice show hypertension and severe vascular dysfunction.
M04	Retinopathy may begin at lower blood glucose levels than expected.
M04	CAPON gene linked to QT interval and heart rhythm abnormalities.
M03	Despite advantages, home dialysis slow to grow.
M01	Japan looks to a future full of robots.
M01	TRIM22 gene blocks HIV infection completely in cell culture.
M01	Stress, high gas prices lead to domestic violence in couple with wife on dialysis.
M01	Screening test for CKD (SCORED) developed by Cornell and UNC Chapel Hill outperforms NKF KEEP approach.
F29	HDCN: Medical Crossfire on phosphate; GFR decrease in the elderly; Drug use in the elderly; Biostatistics PGE part 2; Beta-blocker use in CKD; Transplant glomerulopathy; new NNJ CE articles
F29	Heparin may be tied to more deaths.
F29	Judge temporarily bans Roche anemia drug in the United States.
F29	2008 Annual Dialysis Conference begins tomorrow. Abstracts available at this link.
F29	Vitamin E ingestion linked to increased risk of lung cancer.
F28	Google. reveals plans for its health database.
F28	Baxter recalls remaining lots of heparin.
F28	Incenter nocturnal dialysis becoming more popular in Florida.
F28	Stat5 protein linked to spread of metastatic prostate cancer.
F28	Making heparin is like making sausage. You don't want to know too much about the details.
F27	Supreme Court hears arguments as to whether pharma companies should be protected from torts when a drug has been approved by the FDA.
F27	Chewing gum after bowel surgery shortens duration of post-operative ileus.
F27	Addition of alpha-1-antitrypsin to 3-drug cocktail cures type 1 diabetes in mouse model.
F27	Plasma endoglin levels help identify lymph node metastasis in prostate cancer.
F27	African American teenagers show a high prevalence of microalbuminuria.
F27	Up to 20% of persons taking aspirin show no effect on their platelet function.
F26	JAMA: Meta-analysis finds increased risk of death and venous thrombosis with ESA use in cancer patients.
F26	Diazyme introduces new assay for cystatin C.
F26	Dr. Jones of Kidney Care Partners issues response to CMS proposal to bundle ESRD payments.
F26	Heart attack rates fall in France following institution of national smoking ban in public places.
F26	Study shows that robotic dog alleviates loneliness in nursing home patients as well as a real dog.
F26	Toremifene reduces fracture rate, and reduces dyslipidemia associated with androgen deprivation therapy for prostate cancer.
F26	WHO survey reveals that prevalence of multidrug resistant tuberculosis cases at new high.
F26	FDA: Medication guide must be given to patients with each rosiglitazone (Avandia) prescription.
F25	AJKD editorial: Need for placebo controlled trials in ESA use.
F25	AJKD editorial: Phosphate binder choice in dialysis patients: Critical evidence vs. marketing
F23	Are medical records stored by Google or Microsoft subject to HIPAA?
F23	Arbios gets conditional approval from FDA to test artificial liver device
F23	Dialysis patients caught when insurers refuse to pay for out-of-network dialysis.
F23	New techniques overcome computer disc encryption - especially on laptops.
F23	New techniques for detecting air bubbles in blood vessels.
F23	U.S. legislators ready to legislate regarding heparin allergic reactions, even before the cause has been found.
F23	Making heparin is a dirty job
F21	Commonwealth Fund prepares report detailing extent of e-health activities across the U.S.
F21	Google partners with the Cleveland Clinic to store patient health records on-line.
F21	Shire reports results for Q4 and 2007.
F21	Study suggests that Medicare part D patients use more cardioprotective drugs after MI and live longer.
F21	Mircera patent battle between Roche and Amgen heats up; Amgen rejects 20% royalty payment offer.
F21	NEJM: Acute hepatitis E identified as cause of chornic disease in 14 transplant patients.
F21	Baxter, but not the FDA, had inspected the Chinese manufacturing plant supplying its heparin.
F21	Coated silica particles filter out bacteria, viruses, and toxins from water.
F21	Salt-rich diet linked to obesity in children via sugar-containing soft drink consumption.
F21	Computer technology allows fourth grader to participate in class virtually while on dialysis at the Cleveland Clinic.
F21	Arrest of Amit Kumar spotlights corrupt transplant tourism industry in southeast Asia.
F21	Insulin-secreting beta cells created from stem cells.
F20	Supreme Court decision shields medical device makers from lawsuits.
F20	JAMA: Metaanalysis shows that intermittent dialysis and CRRT for ARF lead to similar outcomes
F20	AMAG submits NDA to FDA for ferumoxytol.
F20	New mechanism of hypoxia-induced blood vessel growth identified.
F20	Fresenius reports Q4 and 2007 financial results. Revenues grow for both products and services.
F20	Full CMS report to Congress on proposed bundled ESRD payment system (.pdf)
F20	CMS reports to Congress on a fully bundled payment system for ESRD.
F20	Satellite Healthcare researchers to present data at upcoming Annual Dialysis Conference.
F20	Deficiency of CD36 receptor in an animal model linked to pathology typical of dry-type macular degeneration.
F20	New study confirms increased risk of kidney failure and mortality with aprotinin.
F20	HbA1c test falsely low in dialysis patients due to short RBC survival; glycated albumin better reflects glucose exposure.
F19	FDA confused by Chinese names of heparin suppliers: Misidentified supplier of Baxter heparin.
F19	Baxter rival APP steps in quicklyl to supply heparin to dialysis clinics.
F19	Annals: Meta-analysis supports use of acetylcysteine prophylaxis prior to giving radiocontrast.
F18	Fresenius interested in acquiring hospitals and other small businesses.
F16	FDA issues draft guidelines for comment to Pharma about distributing reprints describing off-label usage of drugs.
F16	Baxter heparin case calls attention to Chinese chemical companies supplying drug raw materials with minimal regulation.
F16	Promising early data from another prostate cancer vaccine trial.
F16	More on this year's flu strains and vaccine mismatch.
F16	Flu season has started; variants often impervious to this year's vaccine and more are resistant to Tamiflu.
F15	HDCN: Volume control, CHF; Phosphate binders; Cardiovascular disease; Epi-Bio PGE course (1/2); Cerebral salt wasting; CAC.
F15	P110 delta a key molecule in allergic reactions.
F15	Some cholesterol synthesis inhibitors also block Staph. aureus pigment synthesis, rendering the germ less pathogenic.
F15	Level of airborne particulates affects microvascular function.
F14	Three Cornell NY dialysis units show markedly lower mortality after adopting MIQS electronic medical record system (.pdf)
F14	International study of tight glucose control shows no evidence of increased death risk - contradicts US study
F14	Probiotics protect top athletes.
F14	Investigation into Baxter heparin focusing on Chinese supplier
F13	India in the middle of a catastrophic smoking epidemic
F13	More centers offering 3x/week nocturnal dialysis in-center.
F13	Genzyme reports fourth quarter and 2007 full year results
F13	University of Groningen study (PREVEND) emphasizes utility of treating hypertension in proteinuric patients.
F13	That's the man who stole my kidney!
F13	UK's National Health Service approves pancreatic islet cell transplants for type 1 DM.
F13	Genomic studies suggest that CETP (cholesteryl ester transferase protein) mutants protected against coronary effects of cigarette smoking.
F12	Interest mounts for breath tests to detect cancer and other diseases.
F12	Baxter provides update on heparin reactions.
F12	Embryonic stem cells can be used to create fully functioning immune cells.
F12	Allergic reactions associated with Baxter heparin may lead to shortage
F12	NxStage revenues increase, but so do losses; stock falls on release of quarterly report.
F12	New blood test claims to identify pre-eclampsia reliably.
F12	Nocturnal noises raise blood pressure in sleeping subjects.
F11	Declining coronary artery disease rates made a U-turn in 2000, and now are rising.
F11	Reversible, but substantial, memory problems in a subset of women taking Lipitor.
F11	FDA approves first generic versions of alendronate (Fosamax)
F11	Baxter halts production of multidose heparin vials due to allergic reactions; FDA urges caution in using existing stocks.
F11	Integrin receptor linked to HIV infection and replication in the gut. Is a treatment already available?
F11	New website gives comparative prices of various care packages available in Minnesota
F11	Very high Ang II levels found in chorionic villi of women with pre-eclampsia.
F09	Paradigm shift: Non-osmotic, inflammation-generating accumulation of sodium in the skin
F09	Death of waitress after acute asthmatic attack on entering workplace full of cigarette smoke.
F09	Calcium channel blocker treatment for HTN associated with 23% lower risk of Parkinson's disease.
F08	Exercise being prescribed more often for mild depression.
F08	Mycophenolate mofetil linked to specific birth defects.
F08	Fugitive doctor, implicated in kidney transplant ring, arrested in Nepal.
F08	Poor hyperglycemia control downregulates expression of fat-burning gene (diacylglycerol kinase delta)
F07	ASN February Renal Policy Express newsletter
F07	Identical twins study shows that obesity and waist size is 77% due to genetic factors.
F07	FDA warns on adverse effects due to intravenous colchicine.
F07	NEJM full text of paper describing new arenavirus in patients dying after kidney or liver transplants.
F07	NEJM: DNA sequencing technology links newly discovered arenavirus to deaths of 3 transplant patients.
F07	Henry Ford hospital starts trial of gene therapy for intermediate risk prostate cancer.
F07	Hereditary hemochromatosis gene found to act in the liver via modulating hepcidin production.
F06	Three companies, one in the US, and two in China, indicted in melamine-adulterated pet food scandal.
F06	Prostate cancer vaccine begins stage I trials in Australia.
F06	More on the halted NHLBI diabetes trial arm. Role of rosiglitazone use in the intensive treatment arm unclear.
F06	NHBLI stops intensive glucose lowering treatment arm of study due to excessive deaths.
F06	Epidemiology of gut microflora studied at the molecular level.
F06	Beetroot juice found to lower blood pressure because of its high nitrate content.
F05	FDA cautions about severe tissue injury after intravenous administration of promethazine (Phenergan).
F05	Richard Lifton, pioneer in the genetics of hypertension, receives Wiley Prize
F05	The enabling role of desperate patients highlighted in kidney transplant racket.
F05	Type 2 muscle fibers, such as those increased by body building, improve metabolic syndrome in an animal model.
F04	CDC ongoing investigation into heparin anaphylactoid reactions summarized in MMWR
F04	Roche, after losing patent case, proposes paying royalty to Amgen for Mircera sales.
F04	interpol looking for Dr. Amit Kumar (associated with Indian kidney theft ring) in Canada.
F01	U.S. dialysis patient and his wife are detained in India with regard to organ procurement scandal.
F01	Update on anaphylactoid reactions to Baxter heparin.
F01	Anti-leishmaniasis drug miltefosine kills HIV-infected macrophages, eliminating one protected site of HIV persistence.
F01	FDA warns about depressed mood, suicidal ideation in patients taking smoking cessation drug Chantix (varenicline)
F01	Prostate cancer vaccine shows encouraging trials in mice.
J31	Sweetened soft drinks and fruit juices linked to increased risk of gout in men.
J30	HDCN: Cystic Disease; Gadolinium and contrast; New anemia guidelines; New biopsy conference; Critical care nephrology part 2
J30	Police arrest Indian physician's wife, driver, as they close in on kidney racket that was going on for 9 years.
J30	Breast size linked to diabetes risk
J30	Two American dialysis patients detained in India during investigation of organ theft.
J29	2nd Annual Scientific Symposium on Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis and MR Gadolinium-based Contrast
J29	ANNA National Symposium to highlight innovations in patient care, April 27-30, in Philadelphia.
J29	BioTrends reports on its survey of changing practice patterns in treating anemia and mineral bone disorder.
J29	Update: FDA warning on Serratia marcescens contamination of pre-filled heparin syringes.
J29	Study suggests that overbooking is a good solution to patient no shows for office practice.
J29	Kidneys removed from poor Indians at gunpoint
J29	Twins study links telomere shortening and premature ageing to sedentary lifestyle.
J29	Intravascular thrombolytic therapy effective against deep vein thrombosis.
J29	Diuretics produce better outcomes than other anti-hypertensive drugs in treating metabolic syndrome.
J28	Contrarian view regarding vitamin D supplementation
J28	Cranberries get vote of confidence in prevention of recurrent urinary tract infections (Cochrane review).
J28	Problem of lifetime health insurance caps (1 or 2 million dollars) in the news, because they now are being exceeded.
J28	Vytorin lowers cholesterol, but does not impact on endpoints; House asks FDA to reconsidering hard vs. soft endpoints in proving drug value.
J28	Overzealous Canadian nuclear regulator gets fired for shutting down reactor producing isotopes needed for medical practice.
J28	More info about the Baxter recall of 1,000 IU/ml heparin vials due to anaphylactoid reactions.
J28	Need a kidney? Don't become a politician, or you'll run afoul with ethics rules about accepting donations.
J28	New promising technique uses selectin-coated intravascular probe to collect blood-borne stem cells.
J28	24-h glucose monitoring suggests that coffee (via caffeine) ingestion worsens glucose control
J28	Indiana legislature to consider bill affecting insurance company payment for out-of-plan dialysis services.
J28	Blood levels of organochlorine pesticides linked to type 2 diabetes.
J27	The story behind Dr. David Sachs and the bone marrow + kidney transplants = tolerance
J25	Update on Baxter heparin recall - one death may have resulted from first-use type anaphylactic symptoms.
J25	NEJM: Injecting donor bone marrow results in tolerance to transplanted kidney.
J25	Australian transplant patient changes blood group, immune system after liver transplant.
J25	Stem cells found in the pancreas.
J25	Cox-2 inhibitors can cause arrhythmias by affecting potassium channels in the heart.
J24	NEJM: Mixed chimerism and tolerance in combined donor bone marrow and kidney transplant recipients.
J24	NEJM: Renal failure due to oxalosis after 2g/day vitamin C for 3 years in a renal transplant patient.
J24	New self-centering venous catheter designed by Dr. Ash performs well in preliminary tests.
J24	U.S. News and World Report ranks best hospitals for kidney care.
J24	Researchers cast doubt on UK's universal screening program for CKD.
J24	Baxter achieves record sales and earnings for 2007.
J24	Multistate outbreak of Salmonellosis linked to exposure to small pet turtles.
J24	NEJM: Experimental procedure induces tolerance in mismatched kidneys.
J23	Goal of donor bone marrow stem cell transplantation is to induce tolerance of transplanted kidney.
J23	1000 Genomes Project announced. Complete human genome sequencing will be done.
J23	Obesity surgery found to be more effective than diet in curing type 2 diabetes.
J22	Gene affecting ribosome function found to cause anemia of myelodysplasia.
J22	Feeding cattle with ethanol distillation by products (distillers grains) increases risk of toxigenic E.Coli colonization.
J22	Aspirin resistance increases risk of heart attack or stroke.
J22	FDA approves new bioimpedance-based non-invasive cardiac output monitor.
J21	Anti-TNF compounds as well as rituximab, disrupt lymph node germinal centers.
J20	NEJM: Association of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus with C8orf13-BLK and ITGAM-ITGAX
J20	Nature genetics: Abstract link for lupus consortium genome link study
J20	Nature genetics: International consortium identifies multiple genes linked to lupus in women.
J19	FDA: First-use syndrome type symptoms due to heparin result in recall of heparin as a precaution (from Baxter).
J19	Reviewers more likely to accept papers from women authors if their gender is not known.
J19	Relatives who decline organ donations face conflict and guilt.
J19	Study finds significant differences among hospital protocols to determine brain death.
J18	Canadian study suggests drinking 4 liters of water per day can cause proteinuria; reversible when water ingestion reduced.
J17	Scientists find new genetic mutation that halts development of lupus.
J17	New polyoma virus associated with deadly form of skin cancer.
J17	Hereditary hemochromatosis genotype more common than previously thought: 1 in 250.
J16	FDA warns of name confusion between two edetate compounds used for chelation.
J16	Researchers find genes that increase risk of prostate cancer 5-fold or more.
J16	National Renal Alliance files lawsuit against Blue Cross of Georgia
J16	Calcium supplements raise risk of heart attacks and stroke in elderly women.
J15	HDCN: Critical care nephrology. ICU PGE course audiotapes from Renal Week; Mineral Bone Disorder; ESAs after FDA black box warning.
J15	Monkey malaria widespread in humans in Southeast Asia - potentially fatal.
J15	Satellite Healthcare names recipients of 2007 Extramural Grants.
J15	AAKP awards its Medal of Excellence for 2008 to nephrologist Dr. Todd Ing.
J15	New form of MRSA resistant to more antibiotics, and more aggressive.
J15	Osteonecrosis risk with oral bisphosphonates - low or high?
J15	Probiotic lactobacilli can have profound effects on gut microflora, and can affect fat absorption.
J15	Dietary supplement containing undocumented male hormones can markedly accelerate prostate cancer.
J14	Incenter nocturnal dialysis growing in popularity and in the news.
J14	Kidney Care Partners lobbying Congress to raise payments for dialysis.
J13	UK considers proposal to remove organs from patients after death without their explicit consent.
J13	Pumping rat heart created by seeding a scaffolding with baby rat myocytes.
J11	Sorbitol in sugar-free foods and gum, when ingested in high amounts, may cause diarrhea and weight loss.
J11	Lancet meta-analysis suggests that all diabetics should be on statins.
J11	Gas6 protein may augment the action of erythropoietin
J10	International Society for Hemodialysis gives Traiblazer Award to Dr. Jack Cimino.
J10	DaVita and ediets.com launch CKD meal planning tools.
J10	Radical nephrectomy for kidney cancer associated with lower surival than limited resection in younger patients.
J10	Ceramic needles take the sting out of shots.
J10	CDC requesting information about possible anaphylactic reactions (pediatric)
J09	Higher cholesterol levels linked to improved muscle mass with exercise in the elderly.
J09	Cannabinoid receptor blocking drug effective in causing weight loss.
J08	Risk of cardiovascular events markedly increased when 25-D levels below 15 ng/mL.
J07	Gambro Healthcare becomes Diaverum, hires new CEO.
J07	GI study suggests that phosphate-based oral colonoscopy preps may be safe in most patients.
J07	Oxygen meter molecule, PHD1 knockouts survive hypoxia - potential application to early transplant viability, heart disease
J04	DaVita and Phoenix-based Southwest Kidney Institute form broad partnership
J04	U.S doctors prescribe placebos on occasion - now this is in the news.
J03	FDA receives new data on risks of ESAs in cancer patients, relating to growth rate of certain tumors.
J03	Four months of hormone therapy delays bone mets in localized prostate cancer.
J03	Two new RCTs suggest that shorter duration treatment works well for hepatitis C.
J02	Doctors express empathy in only 15% of visits where empathy would be expected.
J02	Labeling on adrenaline vials in terms of concentration are confusing, lead to errors.
J02	FDA clears quick molecular-biology-based blood test for MRSA.
J02	European study could find no link between non-phenacetin pain killers and ESRD
J02	Vitamin D2 as effective as Vitamin D3 in maintaining 25-D levels
J02	Oral bisphosphonate patients not at high risk for jaw necrosis
J01	Rockwell Medical has great hopes for SFP.
J01	Lack of deep sleep may increase type 2 diabetes risk.
J01	Protein identified that is upregulated in resistant prostate cancer.
J01	HDCN: Nine Board Review cases of acidosis/hyponatremia; PGE on CVD part 2; Campath in Tx; more NNJ CEs.
D28	Widow sues Air France, claiming that bumping led to death of her husband, who was on dialysis.
D28	American Diabetes Association comes out in support of lower carbohydrate diets.
D27	2007: Year in biology and medicine
D27	South Korean scientists clone mini-pigs for organ transplantation from stem cells.
D27	Researchers block liver cirrhosis in a mouse model by use of RSK inhibitory peptide which blocks collagen synthesis.
D27	Bayer recalls certain lots of blood glucose test strips due to overly high readings.
D27	FDA approves synthetic starch-based volume expander fluid.
D27	Aspirin increases liver enzymes in patients taking flutamide for prostate cancer.
D27	Weight-based dosing for ribavirin increases efficacy against hepatitis C.
D27	New orally active cyanide antidotes discovered.
D26	FDA: Nationwide recall of pre-filled heparin syringes due to Serratia contamination
D26	Triglycerids and non-HDL cholesterol linked to risk of stroke.
D26	All NIH-funded research papers must now be in PubMed Central - it's the law!
D25	Higher levels of HDL in diabetes may inhibit NO via myristic acid binding - outcome effects unknown.
D25	Prevalence of diabetes in Dubai reaches 25%.
D23	World Congress of Nephrology (April 2007) book of abstracts (large file)
D21	Complement cascade blocker eculuzimab effective against myasthenia gravis in animal model.
D21	Animal study suggests that EPO may protect hearts against toxicity of anticancer drugs
D20	FDA issues draft guidelines to industry for reporting adverse events linked to OTC drugs and dietary supplements.
D20	NEJM: Low-dose tacrolimus regimen in combination with other drugs may have advantages.
D19	Controlled trial of controlled fluid challenge device (RenalGuard) during contrast infusion to begin.
D19	Northwestern University gets 700 M royalties for diabetes pain drug patent.
D19	Advances in PD 2007. Full text online.
D19	AMAG pharma submits new drug application to FDA for ferumoxytol.
D18	California House passes bill that would cover 70% of uninsured.
D17	US House Rep Waxman leaks FDA planned guidance to OK drug company promotion of off-label uses of drugs.
D17	Drug that stimulates thyroid hormone beta receptors effective in lowering LDL cholesterol
D17	Annals of Internal Medicine: Vitamin D meta-analysis shows no clear benefit on survival in CKD.
D15	Have some extra time over the holidays?
D15	HDCN: More frequent dialysis and cardiovascular function; Renal Week 2007 PGE audiofiles - CKD and CVD, Part 1/2. Acute phosphate nephropathy featured article.
D15	Scientists seek to help young patient with -locked in syndrome- speak by interpreting brain waves.
D15	Link to Lancet paper describing prototype and initial testing of wearable artificial kidney.
D15	Sutent (sunitinib), a cancer-fighting tyrosine kinase inhibitor, associated with cardiac toxicity
D15	U.S. FDA considers allowing a new group of -behind the counter- drugs to be dispensed with pharmacist approval only.
D15	U.S. dialysis center revenue grows by 11%, in 2006 vs. 2005, from 11.63 to 12.95 billion dollars per year.
D15	Dialysis patient dies after being denied boarding on flight from Paris to San Francisco due to overbooking.
D14	December issue of ASN Renal Express newsletter
D14	Initial patient proof-of-concept testing of wearable kidney prototype prompts news stories.
D14	Court-ordered life support for 84-year-old patient raises issue of who decides medical futility.
D14	FDA warns of serious adverse reactions with iron chelator Exjade.
D14	January JASN paper reports that PROActive (pioglitazone) associated with lower CV mortality in diabetics.
D14	Medical transport driver named in lawsuit in dialysis patient death due to fall from wheelchair.
D12	ASN Renal Week 2007: USRDS posters now available via their website.
D12	ESRD Network of Texas warns against bacterial buildup in stored vinegar used to descale hemodialysis machines.
D12	New NIDDK director Rogers shares vision for kidney research.
D12	More heart risks identified for Avandia.
D12	Cattle fed with distiller's grain (ethanol byproducts) harbor toxigenic E. Coli.
D12	Is erythropoietin and anti-depressant?
D12	New 3-drug combination highly effective in treating multiple myeloma.
D11	Physicians unaware of guidelines to treat patients with CV risk factors and metabolic syndrome.
D11	MedPac debate pay changes for doctors, dialysis, home health care.
D10	Surface led levels found to be high on wires connecting Christmas
D10	Groundwater contamination with mercury and cadmium in Punjab leading to kidney disease.
D10	American Hematology Society 2007 abstracts now available.
D10	Vaccine shows promise in preventing mononucleosis in preliminary study.
D10	ESAs linked to leukemic transformation in patients with myelofibrosis.
D10	Mayo Clinic myeloma trial favors use of lower dose steroids.
D08	Triclocarban - an ingredient in antibacterial soaps - may disrupt endocrine system, affect prostate gland.
D08	Strategies for surgery in Jehovah's Witness patients to avoid transfusion.
D08	Calcium requirements may be overestimated - should be in the range of 750 mg/day.
D08	FDA launches new drug safety newsletter. Here is the first issue (rituximab)
D08	Nocturnal in-center hemodialysis making news in Seattle.
D08	The dark side of the transplant tourist trade - One Kidney Island
D08	Scientists cure mice of sickle cell disease using stem cell technique.
D05	ASN: December issue of Renal Policy Express.
D05	Dennis Quaid sues Baxter over label similarities between low- and high-dose heparin vials.
D04	FDA warns of hyponatremia, seizures, when desmopressin used to treat nocturnal enuresis.
D04	NIH conference on fecal and urinary incontinence, Dec 10-12, to be webcast live and archived.
D04	FDA approves study of iron-containing dialysate additive for hemodialysis patients.
D04	Different anticoagulant regimens after percutaneous coronary intervention yield identical results.
D04	Waistline growth on high-carb diets linked to liver gene.
D04	Renin-angiotensin linked to obesity and insulin-resistance in a gene knockout animal model.
D03	Pharma companies to develop IgA proteases as a potential treatment for IgA nephropathy.
D03	Rosiglitazone stimulates osteoclasts, which may account for association with increased fracture risk.
D03	Dialysis patient defends trip to Phillippines in search of a kidney.
D03	Low carb diet more effective than low fat diet in reducing inflammatory markers in patients with metabolic syndrome.
D03	Lower upper limit of ALT in adolescent males increases sensitivity for detection of hepatitis infection
D03	Topical cleaners containing benzethonium chloride bactericidal against MRSA.
D03	New lupus susceptibility gene discovered - OX40L
N29	CMS publishes final Medicare physician fee schedule changes for 2008.
N29	Rockwell Medical raises 13 million dollars in new funding.
N29	Fresenius Medical Care acquires Renal Solutions for up to 190 million dollars.
N29	New improved reverse osmosis membranes using inserted water channels.
N28	Eltrombopag increases platelet count in hepatitis C infected patients being treated with antiviral drugs.
N28	Crystal nephropathy due to combination of melamine and cyanuric acid responsible for renal failure in pets eating contamined food.
N28	Highl potent anti-cancer gene PAR-4, active in the prostate gland, identified in mice.
N28	American College of Rheumatology 2007 Annual Meeting - abstract search tool
N28	Valproic acid and mithramycin show activity against lupus in a mouse model.
N28	Dr. Robert Cade, nephrologist who invented Gatorade, dies at age 80.
N27	Baxter expands vaccine business with new government contracts.
N27	ASN Renal Express: November 2007 issue.
N27	FDA: Use of mycophenolate mofetil during pregnancy associated with increased risk of pregnancy loss and congenital malformations.
N27	Glucose-insulin-potassium infusion after ST-elevated MI increases risk of heart failure.
N26	James Haviland, Seattle dialysis pioneer, dies at age 96.
N26	MRI documents second-hand smoke injury to the lungs.
N26	High-glycemic intake carb intake linked to type 2 diabetes in African American and Chinese women.
N26	CMS asks for feedback on its (non)payment policy on hospital-acquired conditions.
N26	Risk of acute renal failure after non-cardiac surgery in patients with prior normal function is about 1%.
N26	Illinois judge voids legislative cap on medical liability awards for pain and suffering.
N26	Nitrosyl cobamide shows promise as an NO-donor type of drug for hypertension or heart disease.
N26	RBC transfusions linked to increased risk of heart attack and stroke in cardiac surgery patients.
N26	Mismatched prostate cancer treatment more common than expected
N25	HDCN: Epidemiology of sudden death. Tips on venous catheter insertion
N25	Executives from Genzyme and Johnson and Johnson to sit on FDA foundation board.
N23	Link between obesity and decreased survival questioned.
N20	Skin cells made into stem cells: a significant finding in terms of ethics of stem cell research.
N20	Higher plasma vitamin D levels associated with lower risk of type 2 diabetes.
N20	Nephros gets approval to market high-efficiency hemodiafiltration device in Canada.
N19	Caloric intake from beverages has doubled over what it was in 1965.
N19	The effects of delaying transfer of ESRD patients to Medicare - a windfall for providers.
N19	First-ever trial of RNA interference drug in humans targets acute kidney failure.
N18	Chicago woman who received HIV-infected kidney may not have been informed about donor's high-risk lifestyle.
N18	Cystatin C may help prevent Alzheimer's disease.
N18	Google startup 23 and me offers to decode one's genome for $1,000
N16	HDCN: Drug treatment for CKD patients with diabetes; Iron-anemia symposium; Volume and BP control; AV fistula care; Hb risk; Transplanting ANCA patients.
N16	CMS pushing e-prescribing for Medicare beneficiaries.
N16	MMWR: Severe acute respiratory disease, including death in healthy persons, due to adenovirus 14.
N16	Pramlintide-leptin combination drug induces 13% weight loss in obese patients.
N15	FDA approves Roche ESA anemia drug Mircera
N15	Direct link to 2007 ureteral stone management guidelines
N15	Urology associations release new ureteral stone management guidelines.
N15	Captopril may protect the kidneys in patients undergoing total body irradiation for bone marrow transplant.
N14	Cattle vaccine shown to be effective in lowering rate of toxigenic E. Coli carriage.
N14	Hemoglobin variability predicts mortality in dialysis patients
N14	Breakthrough in primate cloning
N14	Nephros reports Q3 results
N14	FDA adds black box warning of heart attacks for Avandia (rosiglitazone)
N14	Diabetics risk serious foot problems by wearing the wrong size shoes.
N14	Four Chicago transplant recipients contract HIV from transplanted organs.
N13	Low carb diet associated with slower prostate cancer growth in mice.
N12	Baxter receives 510k clearance from FDA to test a silver-coated IV line luer-lock connector.
N12	Interleukin-1 receptor blocker rilonacept effective in treating chronic gouty arthritis.
N12	Patent extends principle of self-winding watches to heartbeat powered pacemakers.
N09	Placenta cloaks its proteins with phosphocholine (as do parasitic worms) to evade immune detection.
N09	Simplified anti-hypertensive drug protocol seems to be more effective than more complex approach.
N09	Lower abdominal pain in women after binge drinking may be due to bladder rupture.
N09	Valproic acid reduces proteinuria in a mouse model of lupus nephritis.
N08	Cato Institute and Dr. Matas supporting compensated organ donation.
N08	MMWR: CDC reviews smoking prevalence in the U.S., and the results are not good.
N08	Irradiation of high-risk foods (like ground beef).
N08	Link to new FDA boxed labels for ESAs. Their target Hb range is 10-12 g/dL.
N08	FDA clears silver-coated endotracheal tube for marketing.
N08	FDA modified boxed warnings, indications, for ESA drugs.
N08	Skeletal muscle damage due to statins may operate through atrogin-1 and thus may be preventable.
N08	Hematide found to restore blood in aplasia patients.
N08	Vitamin D levels linked to telomere length and thus aging.
N08	New nonsteroidal natriuretic hormone identified in human urine.
N07	Survival doubles with adoption of new AHA resuscitation guidelines.
N07	We need our good bacteria for optimal health
N07	New diagnostic test for TTP (thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura) to be available via Ohio State University.
N07	Progress being made in growing whole organs in the laboratory.
N07	Fresenius points to new data from CARE 2 that PhosLo (calcium acetate) does not cause cardiac valvular calcification
N07	Perioperative beta-blocker therapy shows mixed results in large RCT.
N07	Simvastatin, but not pravastatin, associated with sleep disturbances.
N07	Prazosin appears to block some glucocorticoid effects.
N07	News is not so good relating to hard outcomes with longer-term treatment of hepatitis C with pegylated inferferon.
N07	New compound, MIC-1, implicated in cancer-induced wasting.
N07	Animal study suggests potential role of vitamin A in controlling prostate cancer.
N07	AHA 2007 Scientific Sessions newsletter - Nov 7th.
N07	New NHANES data suggests that best survival is in patients who are "overweight" with BMI 25-30.
N06	Shire announces results of Fosrenol trial in stage 3-4 CKD patients.
N06	Activation/renewal of HDCN subscriptions via Renal Week 2007 registration
N06	Lancet: Fenofibrate treatment lowers risk for laser treatment in diabetic retinopathy.
N06	AHA 2007 Scientific Sessions Newsletter - Nov 6th.
N06	AHA 2007 Scientific Sessions Newsletter - Nov 5th.
N06	AHA 2007 Scientific Sessions Newsletter - Nov 4th.
N06	Mouse model demonstrates that inflammation, and not obesity per se, causes insulin resistance.
N06	New feedback pathway from fat cells to the pancreas to increase insulin secretion identified.
N06	Modest gain in visceral fat causes reversible decline in endothelial function.
N05	Large VA study identifies seasonal difference in blood pressure.
N05	New vascular function of hemoglobin, as a promoter of nitric oxide synthesis, identified.
N05	Gene associated with rheumatoid arthritis identified on chromosome 6.
N05	No increase in cardiovascular risk for living kidney donors
N03	Metabolites of flavonoid (quercetin) present in onions found to be anti-inflammatory.
N03	General Mills recalls frozen pizzas sold under Totino's or Jeno's name, because of possible E. coli contamination in the pepperoni.
N02	Entecavir highly effective in reducing hepatitis B viremia to undetectable levels.
N02	U.S. AHRQ releases report claiming equal efficacy for ACE-I vs. ARB in controlling blood pressure.
N02	ASN Renal Week ongoing in San Francisco - highlights.
N02	FDA warns arrow about manufacturing processes regarding its dialysis catheters.
N02	FDA: Notice about hazards of cleaning electronic-containing medical equipment with disinfectants.
N02	WNK kinases identified as key regulators of blood pressure.
N02	NephroCor introduces enhanced urine analysis test (RenalVysion) for kidney disease
N02	Cell-to-cell transmission of hepatitis C virus helps it evade some of body's most potent defenses.
N01	Redsense medical gets FDA approval to sell blood loss detection device in the U.S.
N01	New therapies for multiple myeloma result in increased survival.
N01	Fluorodeoxyglucose PET scan can distinguish Alzheimer's from frontotemporal dementia.
N01	Legislation introduced in the House to fight spread of drug-resistant bacteria.
O31	HDCN: Obesity and outcomes in ESRD; Optimal vs. adequate dialysis; Increasing APD usage; Treating IGAN; Sodium balance
O31	Fresenius Medical 3rd quarter profits up 30%
O31	Use of vinflunine for bladder cancer obviates need for nephrotoxic, cisplatin-based regimens.
O31	AAKP helps defeat legislation to extend period of Medicare Secondary Payer coverage for ESRD
O30	Vitamin D benefits may be limited to cancer of the colon
O30	Gamma knife treatment expands to include extracranial tumors, including prostate cancer.
O29	Maggots to treat diabetic foot ulcers infected with MRSA.
O29	FDA: New guidance recommendations for medical device tracking.
O29	Hysterectomy may boost risk of incontinence.
O29	Bacterial use peptides to communicate with each other: extracellular death factor identified.
O26	Hidden value found in junk DNA
O26	Legislation aims to require disclosure of implantable medical device prices paid by hospitals.
O26	Use of carbon monoxide in organ transplantation facilitated by new delivery system.
O25	Bayer issues additional guidance to physicians about Trasylol (aprotinin).
O25	Genzyme launches cholesterol-binding drug (Cholestagel) in Europe for patients with primary hypercholesterolemia.
O25	Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty may help some patients with obstructive sleep apnea.
O25	SQ109, promising anti-tuberculosis drug, given special status by European and U.S. regulators.
O25	AAMI to issue TIR34 - a new guidance document for water quality for reprocessed devices.
O25	ESRD Network 18 website provides information for emergency care in southern California.
O25	Charcot foot disease becoming more common as diabetic numbers increase.
O25	Genzyme profits increase tenfold on sales of drugs to treat rare diseases.
O24	All NIH-funded research manuscripts will now have to be publicly available at Pub Med Central.
O23	Amgen wins crucial patent ruling over Roche.
O23	AJKD article, editorial, question relevance of Dialysis Compare quality measurements.
O23	Early results with implantation of pig pancreatic islet cells to treat diabetes are encouraging.
O23	Global extent of obesity epidemic in the news.
O23	Direct link to FDA Byetta (exenatide) pancreatitis alert
O23	Acute pancreatitis associated with exenatide (Byetta) - FDA requires labeling change
O23	Renal Solutions gets FDA 510k clearance for advanced sorbent dialysis machine enabling higher dialysate flow rates.
O23	How dangerous is plasma transfusion from women donors?
O22	FDA approves Renvela (sevelamer carbonate) for phosphate control in dialysis patients.
O22	Chewing gum shown to help curb appetite and reduce cravings.
O19	ARDS of unknown etiology? Look for spirochetes in the peripheral blood smear.
O19	Baxter reports strong 3rd quarter sales and earnings
O19	Sudden hearing loss associated with erectile dysfunction drugs.
O19	For cancer patients, Aetna will no longer reimburse for epogen unless Hb falls below 10 unless patient is symptomatic.
O19	Shockingly high levels of salt in some fast foods.
O19	Amgen vs. Roche patent dispute trial goes to jury
O18	Roche states that U.S. Mircera plans depends on outcome of court case.
O18	Case-management program improves outcomes of dialysis patients in an observational study.
O17	MRSA-infected high school student dies. Twenty-one schools closed for cleaning.
O17	HDCN: Obesity and progression of CKD; Nutrition and nursing workshop; Clinical Nursing Assessment; Kidney and Liver Failure; more on NSF; Infective Endocarditis
O17	ASN Renal Express, October, 2007
O17	Vaprisol (conivaptan) study shows increase in serum sodium in euvolemic hyponatremia.
O17	FDA advisory committee votes in favor of phosphate binder use for stage 4 CKD.
O16	FDA approves Doribax(tm) - doripenem - for complicated urinary tract infections, including pyelonephritis
O16	Velcade (bortezomib) for multiple myeloma now approved for use in patients with impaired renal function.
O16	Garlic acts to relax arteries via hydrogen sulfide.
O16	Hemodiafiltration in the United States? Nephros initiates clinical trial of enabling equipment.
O15	Pattern of proteins in blood may identify Alzheimer risk with 90% accuracy.
O14	Gambro BCT adapting apheresis technology for the blood collection business.
O12	Is fructose really that bad?
O12	FDA advisory meeting next Tuesday to study use of phosphate binders in pre-ESRD - Genzyme, Shire, Fresenius will all be present.
O12	61% of 33 lipsticks sold in the United States test positive for lead.
O12	Statins help preserve lung function during aging.
O11	Dialysis patient Shad Ireland, ironman competitor, in the news.
O10	Docs save antifreeze-poisoned tourist with vodka drip
O10	FDA seeks nominations for new foundation to focus on unmet needs in innovation.
O10	China agrees to stop using donor organs from executed prisoners.
O10	National Provider Identifier must be on Medicare claims as of Jan 1, 2008.
O10	RIP2 biomarker identifies peritonitis patients requiring more intensive treatment.
O09	Can we make a computational model of the immune system? One group is going to try.
O09	ASN Renal Week 2007 abstracts now available on-line.
O08	Two studies emphasize importance of nitric oxide in red blood cells, and absence of NO in banked blood.
O08	FDA to warn of ultrasound cardiac imaging drug risks
O08	New antibiotic ceftobiprole very effective in curing diabetic foot infections.
O08	Nobel Prize in Medicine awarded for developers of gene knockout model.
O08	Appendix may be a safe house for good bacteria.
O08	Cleveland Clinic scores 3.2 million dollar NIH grant to develop implantable bioartificial kidney
O06	It lives, it lives! Craig Venter expected to announce creation of synthetic life form at conference.
O05	NKF inviting nephrology professionals to attend CKD conference in Chicago, October 19, 2007
O04	Battle erupts over Medicare coverage of dialysis
O03	Rockwell begins dosing patients with iron (soluble ferric pyrophosphate) - containing dialysate.
O03	Seven Indiana schoolchildren suffered kidney failure requiring dialysis due to toxigenic E. Coli
O03	University of Iowa Hospitals in the news about problems with CMS inspection, including dialysis
O03	Telbivudine lowers hepatitis B viral load better than adefovir
O03	Mini-strokes (MRI study) linked to higher uric acid levels.
O03	Standard androgen-deprivation treatment for prostate cancer may encourage its spread.
O02	Weight-based dosing of ribavirin improves outcomes in hepatitis C.
O01	Fresenius plans to acquire German hospitals, dialysis opportunities abroad.
O01	Monitoring methyl nitrate levels in exhaled air may replace blood glucose testing in type 1 diabetics.
O01	Topps Meat Co. expands recall of beef patties potentially contaminated with E. Coli.
S30	Attend the 10th International Conference on Dialysis, January, 2008 in Cancun, Mexico
S30	HDCN: Cocaine and kidney injury; two free CE symposia from ANNA; Futurology from 2007 ADC meeting; Treatment of hyperkalemia
S28	Nephrogenic systemic fibrosis common, associated with an increased mortality rate, in dialysis patients.
S27	NEJM: Antibodies linked to rejection of well-matched kidneys are identified
S27	Caffeine plus acetaminophen linked to liver damage.
S26	First ISHD Congress and 17th Vincenza Course on Dialysis, June 3-6, 2008
S25	FDA Drug Safety Newsletter: Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy associated with rituximab.
S25	Nephros raises 12.7 million dollars in new financing.
S25	Toxin-producing E. Coli outbreak among schoolchildren in Galena, IN.
S25	Benefits of influenza vaccination in older adults questioned.
S25	Nephrogenic systemic fibrosis may be linked to gadolinium-activation of an enzyme, transglutaminase-2.
S25	New, synthetic version of heparin is patented.
S25	FDA to screen all direct-to-consumer (DTC) television ads if pending law is passed.
S24	C. difficile prevalent in asymptomatic carriers - may account for difficulty in eradication.
S24	All previous vitamin E trials fatally flawed due to underdosing.
S21	UNOS delays living donor guidelines (follow-up)
S21	UNOS debates new limits for living organ donors.
S21	Study links TGF-beta and cholesterol to progression of atherosclerosis.
S21	Scientists identify genes linked to longevity and caloric restriction.
S21	Low on EPO: Just scratch your head. Hair follicles found to make EPO.
S21	Legislation fails to grant FDA authority to approve generic biotech drugs such as epogen.
S21	Fresenius Medical Care sales up to 9.5 billion per year vs. 8.5 billion last year.
S21	Wife murders husband while on home dialysis by cutting his dialysis catheter.
S21	High-glycemic starch diet linked to fatty liver in mice.
S21	Huge rise in number of mothers with gestational diabetes.
S21	Worms causing elephantiasis may hold the secret to immune tolerance.
S20	ASN: September Renal Express newsletter
S20	Thiazide diuretics exacerbate fructose-induced metabolic syndrome.
S20	Businessman wants to sell kidney to pay for lawsuit.
S20	FDA Recall: B. Braun normal saline flush syringes.
S20	Rockwell begins enrollment into Phase IIIb trial of dialysate sodium ferric pyrophosphate for iron therapy.
S20	Post-reperfusion heart damage largely prevented by hydrogen sulfide.
S18	New CMS rules changes constraints on dialysis unit medical director salaries.
S18	Representative Pete Stark writes about Epogen reimbursement policy on his blog.
S18	Medicare starting to reject claims with NPI number discrepancies.
S18	Dole recalls packaged salad mixes because of E. Coli risk.
S18	JAMA: Small randomized trial shows benefits of 6x/week nocturnal HD on LV mass.
S17	Complicated live donor kidney swap requires four simultaneous surgeries in Ohio and Michigan
S17	Dr. Joseph Eschbach: in memoriam
S17	Brits will be mandating that doctors wear short-sleeved shirts/coats only, to help reduce spread of infection.
S17	DaVita's Kent Thiry subject of article in the New York Times
S16	More details on four Lasker Medical Prize winners.
S15	Lasker awards announced - honored include two who developed artificial heart valves and a researcher who discovered role of dendritic cells.
S14	HDCN: PPIs and the kidney; New NNJ CE articles; ADC talks on home HD and technology; Nursing aspects of vascular access; Delta/delta and acid-base; Tx without steroids in kids
S12	FDA advisory panel rejects idea of setting 11 g/dL as the upper limit of target Hb with ESAs.
S12	JAMA paper shows no benefit of lowering homocysteine in CKD
S11	USRDS 2007 Annual Data Report
S11	ASN: September Renal Policy Express
S11	Nabi to sell its Biologics division, and plans to move its headquarters.
S11	FDA advisory panel meeting today in the news
S11	DaVita buys majority stake in Home Choice Partners
S10	Protein carbamylation, reflected by homocitrulline levels, strongly associated with atherosclerosis.
S10	Aspreva and Roche decide not to pursue application to FDA for CellCept as induction treatment for lupus nephritis.
S10	Agenda for Sept. 11th FDA Advisory Panel Meeting (.pdf) concerning Hb targets for ESA drugs.
S10	FDA Advisory Panel to meet September 11th to reconsider Hb targets.
S10	Blocking Formation Of Toxic Plaques Implicated In Type 2 Diabetes
S07	Low vitamin D levels during early pregnancy associated with a fivefold increase in risk of pre-eclampsia.
S07	Pakistan's kidney bazaar.
S06	Amgen vs. Roche lay out their opening arguments in patent dispute trial.
S06	NEJM: Procrit use in ICU patients appears to improve survival, but increases risk of thrombotic events.
S06	FDA approves first generic versions of carvedilol (Coreg).
S06	International pathology conference solves shows high-detail microscopy slides on the web.
S06	New CPR method relies on compression of abdomen, increases CO by 25%.
S06	Study identifies genetic risk factor (STAT4) for lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.
S05	New ESC-ESH hypertension treatment guidelines from ESC 2007 (webcast)
S05	One British hospital bans nurses wearing croc shoes - the holes in them pose a risk?
S05	Phospholipase C epsilon gene mutation affects podocytes, causes infantile nephrotic syndrome.
S05	Genetic background to severe urinary tract infections.
S05	Laser blasts viruses in blood
S04	Skinny gene identified that controls amount of body fat.
S03	Sheet Metal Workers health plan sues DaVita, Amgen, and Fresenius in a civil action claiming overuse of EPO.
S03	ESC 2007: Scientific Program On-line: Home page
S03	European Society of Cardiology 2007 meeting: Clinical Trials Updates
A31	Novartis wins approval to market generic Epo in Europe.
A31	RPA letter to CMS regarding lack of an increase in work value units for dialysis.
A31	NKF KDOQI anemia guideline update released - sets upper Hb limit at 12 g/dL in most cases.
A30	DCOR study published in Kidney International
A30	NxStage to complete acquisition of Medisystems in fourth quarter of 2007.
A30	New mechanism of action of thiazolidinediones discovered.
A30	WTC 911 responder spearheads 3-way kidney donation.
A29	FDA approves second West Nile virus blood screening test.
A29	Malpractice lawsuits againt nurses on the rise.
A29	U.S. Court rules that Roche's pegylated EPO infringes on one of Amgen's patents.
A29	NxStage recalling leaky dialysis cartridges.
A29	Pathologists: His doctor killed Beethoven via iatrogenic lead poisoning.
A28	Baxter's recent success attributed to focus on science
A27	Economic issues relating to EPO usage - 5 full text articles from AJKD, September, 2007
A27	Obesity rates climb in most states.
A27	Desperation spurs poor Pakistanis to sell their kidneys.
A27	Renal Solutions signs agreement with Dr. David Humes' company to develop next-generation portable dialysis device.
A27	Tiny retinal implants may allow the blind to recognize objects.
A27	Lancet study supports benefit of daily calcium supplements plus vitamin D.
A27	Patient implanted with baroreceptor stimulating devise to treat refractory hypertension.
A27	Couple shares love and a kidney - dialysis specialist donates kidney to her patient.
A23	Very high levels of reactive carbonyl compounds found in high fructose corn syrup.
A23	High fat mass secreting adiponectin can protect against metabolic syndrome in genetically engineered mice.
A23	New laparoscopic technique removes kidney from small incision at belly button.
A22	59% of DaVita patients have fistulas (52% national average), and 4 have their fistula for 35 years.
A22	Is acrylamide contained in foods safe? Three-day symposium to examine the issues.
A22	Celecoxib - may reduce stent restenosis - overall safety in heart disease still remains to be deteremined.
A22	Very preliminary data is encouraging on the use of aluminum for nanoporous membranes.
A22	Hypertension frequently underdiagnosed in adolescents.
A22	Lack of benefit of vitamin E on heart disease may have been due to underdosing.
A21	Unlike grapefruit juice, pomegranate juice does not appear to affect cytochrome P450-3A activity
A21	Gustducin - new sugar-sensing receptor identified in the intestine; activated by artificial sweeteners
A20	Baxter enters into contract with UK Department of Health to supply influenza vaccine in the event of a pandemic.
A20	As muscle turns to fat, obesity rises despite no change in BMI.
A20	Mechanism of adenovirus-induced obesity clarified.
A19	Bacteriophage treatments coming back into favor to combat superbugs such as MRSA.
A18	Low carbohydrate diets and metabolism: Atkins may not have been so far off, after all.
A17	Fleets Phospho-Soda and acute renal failure: More than 50 lawsuits in 20 states
A17	Anesiva receives FDA approval for topical lidocaine prep to reduce pain on needle insertion.
A17	Patients who develop kidney failure after use of phosphate-based laxatives initiate lawsuits.
A17	FDA warning letter issued emphasizing pharmacogenomic variability in warfarin metabolism among patients.
A17	New roles for sirtuin 2 identified in controlling fat cell metabolism.
A17	Plain soap as effective as antibacterial but without the risk
A16	Amgen to cut 12% of its workforce in cost-cutting move.
A16	Verichip to provide implantable microchips for dialysis patients.
A13	New study confirms that vitamin C, E, and beta carotene, singly or in combination, of no benefit in heart disease patients.
A13	Foundations of calculus and Pi discovered not by Isaac Newton nor Leibnitz, but by the Kerala School in India.
A13	Hotel-distributed, Chinese-manufactured, toothpaste found to contain ethylene glycol.
A10	Testtosterone replacement in the SHR rats linked to hypertension, kidney disease.
A10	New research shows skeleton to be an endocrine organ via osteocalcin.
A09	2006 ESRD CPM (Clinical Performance Measures) report now available on CMS website.
A08	Annals: New study questions the increased heart attack risk with Avandia; original NEJM meta-analysis claimed to have been flawed.
A07	ASN: August issue of Renal Policy Express
A07	Mechanism of how PGE2 acts on EP3 brain receptors to cause fever identified.
A07	Masked thiamine deficiency (problems with RBC transketolase assay) linked to diabetic vascular disease.
A07	Publix supermarkets to offer up to 14-days of free antibiotics.
A06	Trial of anti-hypertensive therapy in the very elderly, more than 80 years of age, stopped early because of positive results.
A06	Pioneering education / reimbursement organ donor program developed in London, Ontario, expanded to entire province.
A06	JCI paper shows that cleavage of a protein called dynamin a key event in causing podocyte leakage of proteins.
A06	Baxter announces collaboration with Dean Kamen's company DEKA and HHD, LLC to develop home dialysis system
A03	DaVita profit doubles.
A02	Fresenius reports increased 2nd quarter net revenues.
A02	unGAL shown to predict development of acute kidney injury in children
A01	Amgen responds to CMS coverage restrictions for ESAs in treating oncology patients.
A01	Interferon alpha plus sorafenib in combination useful in treating kidney cancer.
A01	Radiofrequency ablation highly effective in treating kidney tumors.
A01	Device wakes patient with severe brain injuries.
J31	FDA panel recommends continued sale of Avandia, despite some evidence of increased heart risk.
J31	Transplant surgeon accused of hastening death of potential organ donor.
J31	CMS releases new coverage guidelines for ESAs when used for non-renal indications.
J30	Instant steam could banish MRSA
J30	FDA Advisory Panel to explore safety and risks of Avandia.
J27	Paired organ donation in the news.
J27	French RCT shows no survival benefit of IDPN over oral supplements in malnourished dialysis patients.
J26	MMWR: Cryptosporidiosis outbreaks associated with recreational water use.
J26	Small, but randomized Canadian trial of nocturnal hemodialysis shows reduction of LVH over 6 month period.
J26	Changing policies with respect to organ harvesting in China lead to fall in number of transplants.
J26	Diesel fume pollution linked to arterial inflammation and atherosclerosis.
J26	GRPR gene offers hope for cure for chronic itchy skin.
J26	Breakthrough combination treatment for patients with Fabry's disease?
J26	Roche wins EU approval for anemia drug Mircera.
J25	Obesity spreads among friends, study concludes.
J25	Genzyme doing well - raises 2007 outlook
J25	Quebec's lakes showing increased blue-green algae growth - phosphorus from fertilizers may be responsible.
J25	Fresenius shares jump on new Medicare funding proposal.
J24	HDCN: New antibiotics for MRSA; more ASDIN handouts; Interventional Radiology and Stem Cells from PGE 2006; Hypophosphatemia; Medical Tourism
J24	HIV nurses celebrate release after Libya ordeal
J24	Soft drinks, including diet soft drinks, linked to 50% higher risk of metabolic syndrome.
J24	Ferumoxytol Phase III clinical trial results achieve desired endpoints.
J23	CMS releases modified reimbursement policy for ESAs. Dosage reduction moves from 25 to 50% when Hb greater than 13.
J23	Sialic acid may determine whether IgG antibodies are anti- or pro-inflammatory - link to autoimmune disease?
J23	New genetic risk marker identifies highly aggressive form of prostate cancer.
J21	New Cochrane analysis focuses on increased side effects in patients taking rosiglitazone (Avandia)
J20	NEJM: Complement C3 proteins strongly linked to age-related macular degeneration.
J20	FDA warns about botulism from hot dog chili sauce.
J20	Cancer risk linked to CT scan for cardiac calcification (JAMA paper) in the news.
J20	More on new CMS billing requirements on ESAs from MLN matters.
J20	CMS: Line item billing requirement for ESAs in program manual update.
J19	FDA meeting planned in September to scrutinize ESA use in ESRD patients.
J19	Large VA study shows 50% reduction in Alzheimer / Parkinson risk with simvastatin, but not other drugs in the same class.
J19	Weight loss pill rimonabant associated with increased suicide risk.
J19	Baxter issues Class I recall of its replacement IV infusion pumps.
J19	Kidney patients more likely to reach - doughnut hole gap - in Medicare Part D coverage.
J19	Faulty dialysis patient transportation the subject of TV news investigation in Louisville.
J18	Vittamin C offers little protection against colds unless person undergoing extreme stress.
J18	Dr. James Winchester receives award from Kidney and Urology Foundation
J18	Dutch organ donor numbers soar after - win a kidney - show hoax
J18	Renal Care Group faces lawsuit for false medical care billing.
J18	NEJM: Vitamin D deficiency widespread, linked to a number of chronic diseases.
J18	Synthetic adhesive mimicks properties of gecko and mussel
J18	Scientists discover gene responsible for restless legs syndrome.
J17	Eating a high glycemic index diet is associated with age-related macular degeneration.
J17	Possible mechanistic link found between asthma and obesity.
J16	Gene discovered that increases risk for type 1 diabetes in children.
J16	Kibow to test probiotic in stage III and IV CKD
J16	Older, cheaper pills just fine to treat diabetes.
J16	Affymax announces phase 3 development program for Hematide.
J14	Robot telerounds reduce length of stay after bariatric surgery.
J13	AAKP introduces new nutrition and lifestyle magazine for CKD patients.
J13	Scleroderma Outlook Improves as Survival Increases
J12	Hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil) may be protective against developing type 2 diabetes.
J12	Serum levels of retinol-binding programs indicate level of visceral fat.
J12	Viagra may save lives in patients with pulmonary hypertension.
J12	E. Coli victims in Alabama suffer kidney failure.
J11	Usefulness of tomatoes and lycopene to prevent cancer unclear.
J11	Shredded lettuce may be source of toxigenic E. Coli outbreak in Huntsville, AL.
J11	Modified herpes virus keeps arteries free-flowing following procedures
J10	More than 1100 toothpaste tubes from China suspected to contain DEG confiscated in Connecticut.
J10	MMWR: Turtle associated salmonellosis in the United States
J10	Selenium supplements appear to raise risk of developing diabetes in RCT.
J09	PNAS: Aristolochic acid in the pathogenesis of endemic Balkan nephropathy.
J09	Cause of Balkan nephropathy found - contamination of grain by Aristolochia clematis.
J09	CCJM: A different approach to resistant hypertension, emphasizing hemodynamics and the physical examination.
J09	FDA warning: precipitation when infusing ceftriaxone with calcium-containing solutions.
J09	MMWR: Prevention and Control of Influenza: 2007 update
J09	HDCN: Catheter-locks for infected catheters; More ASDIN slide handouts; More ASN-RW audiofiles, incl ICU nephrology, Katrina, nanotech, and Epi/Bio; Access review; Glucose and AGE.
J09	JRN: Hidden phosphorus in the diet
J09	Gene protects against kidney disease.
J09	Slime busting bacteriophage virus could clean up biofilm.
J09	Lone nurses working in the UK at risk of attack
J07	CJASN now indexed by MEDLINE.
J07	Waging war on C. difficile - the deadliest superbug.
J07	Practice of eating dirt dying out.
J06	Company offers medical tourism services in the US, medical tourism blog.
J06	Medical tourism a growing industry.
J06	Engineered blood vessles function similarly to real ones.
J05	Alteplase may have pro-inflammatory effects - mitigated by cromoglycate.
J05	High sodium in many sandwiches in the news.
J05	New manganese-based contrast agent developed for MRI
J05	Dark chocolate lowers BP slightly, raises levels of nitric oxide.
J02	How stress and high-calorie intact interact to increase weight and change body fat distribution.
J02	Probiotics good for antibiotic-induced diarrhea
J30	ASN, JASN, and CJASN free and at discounted rates to Chinese Universities
J30	Plasma exchange beneficial for severe renal vasculitis in randomized controlled trial.
J30	Low energy density diet better.
J29	Injection of autologous myoblasts and fibroblasts improves stress incontinence.
J29	Fresenius presents new award for excellence in nephrology nursing.
J29	Four hour airline flights increase the risk of deep vein thrombosis.
J29	New ideas re ESRD funding presented at House Ways and Means Health Subcommittee hearing.
J29	Particulates released during renal artery angioplasty can impair kidney function.
J28	Robot fleet for high-tech hospital.
J28	EDTNA/ERCA Journal Club (link)
J28	Distribution of made in China, DEG-contaminated, toothpaste, in the United States includes prisons and hospitals.
J28	Velcade (bortezomib) in combination with cyclophosphamide and prednisone for multiple myeloma.
J27	Amgen makes labeling changes for Sensipar - no longer labeled for use in pre-ESRD patients.
J26	GAO proposes bundled payment for all ESRD services
J26	Ketamine abuse linked to bladder dysfunction.
J26	Lawmakers to scrutinize use of ESAs at hearing; Amgen expected to present new data on ESA use.
J26	Higher fat mass associated with less coronary artery calcification in type 1 diabetics.
J22	FDA approves pregabalin (Lyrica) for treatment of fibromyalgia.
J22	FDA clears "computerized medication box" (EMMA) for U.S. market.
J22	Hospital Compare website link - see where your hospital ranks on the list.
J22	Federal government gets back into rating hospitals - this time lists those where patients most likely to die after heart surgery.
J22	ERA-EDTA starts in Barcelona - accepted abstracts on-line at this link.
J22	Dangers of children ingesting hand sanitizers with high alcohol content
J21	Fresenius doing well under leadership of Ulf Schneider.
J21	NEJM: Women aged 50-59 taking oral estrogens have less coronary artery calcification.
J20	vHL factor may be important in regulating iron metabolism and anemia
J20	For profit dialysis center proposal in state of New York draws opposition
J20	Dietary calcium better than supplements for bone health in women.
J19	Randomization complete for phase III trial of sulodexide for diabetic nephropathy.
J19	FDA approves ambrisentan for treatment of pulmonary artery hypertension.
J19	Intentionally skipping insulin doses to lose weight - diabulimia - has severe consequences.
J19	Hypertension vaccine against angiotensin II shows positive results.
J19	Fresenius announces financing request
J19	Genzyme announces trial results with powder form of sevelamer carbonate.
J15	Pittsburgh researchers develop off the shelf vascular grafts
J15	ASN June Renal Policy Express Newsletter
J15	Ethylene-glycol contaminated toothpaste found in Baltimore, MD store.
J15	Family sues Con Agra over salmonella contamination of peanut butter that allegedly led to kidney failure.
J15	Europ Soc Hypertens releases new, updated hypertension treatment guidelines.
J13	FDA releases human tissue task force report regarding regulation of donor organ harvesting.
J13	New multiple donor-recipient matching algorithm from Carnegie Mellon may increase the number of kidney transplants.
J13	Link between restless legs syndrome and hypertension discovered.
J11	Isradipine slows Parkinson's disease development in mice
J11	Ex-CEO of Singapore NKF found guilty of one criminal charge.
J09	HDCN: Are ACE-I / ARBs required for renoprotection? More ASDIN handouts; More RW06 audiofiles; FGF23 article; Proteinuria as a Therapeutic Target
J09	Methylsalicylate absorption from sports cream results in teenager's death
J07	Memphis dialysis center license to operate suspended
J07	Eprodisate study published in the NEJM: Effective against AA amyloidosis.
J07	New compound similar to aMSH, causing satiety, may be effective in controlling weight in the obese.
J07	Lipid chaperone protein ap2 may be a key to type 2 diabetes and its complications.
J05	Australian man offering to donate his kidney to a Canadian may have been brainwashed by a religious cult.
J05	Amgen buys Ilypsa - a company with a novel phosphate-binding drug for CKD
J05	NxStage announces agreement to acquire Medisystems
J05	Young women who follow strict diet, exercise regimen at risk for bone loss.
J05	Medical organ transplant plane from University of Michigan crashes in Lake Michigan - all aboard feared lost.
J02	Annals: Pharmaceutical marketing research and the prescribing physician.
J02	FDA warns on toothpaste marketed in the U.S. that was made in China over DEG contamination fears.
J01	Kidney transplant TV show revealed to be a hoax.
M31	FDA approves temsirolimus (Toricel) for treatment of kidney cancer.
M31	Link between mercury and vascular disease involves phospholipase D.
M29	Stress harms many aspects of nurses personal lives according to UK study.
M29	Contestants to vie for kidney transplant on controversial Dutch reality TV show.
M25	NEJM: Full text of meta-analysis that found an increased risk of myocardial infarction with rosiglitazone.
M25	Rockwell gets Japanese patent for dialysis solution iron delivery.
M25	HDCN: Anemia treatment after CHOIR/CREATE; RPA meeting talks part 2/2; ASDIN handouts 1/5; 40 more Renal Week audiofiles; ADPKD update.
M25	Roche's Mircera gets preliminary approval in Europe for treating renal anemia.
M25	Non-caffeine components of coffee lower serum uric acid levels.
M24	Oxychlorine-containing water - new treatment for diabetic foot ulcer infections.
M24	Choline deficiency may be more widespread than previously believed
M23	Diethylene glycol - contaminated toothpaste linked to source in China
M23	Macrophages implicated in obesity, metabolic syndrome.
M23	Medicare issues proposed coverage decision to limit payment for ESAs in patients with cancer.
M23	Iron-chelating agent defasirox (Exjade) associated with acute renal failure.
M23	More on the FDA gadolinium-contrast agent warning
M23	FDA orders black box warnings for gadolinium-based MRI contrast agents regarding NSF.
M22	Pegylated interferon, ribavirin, provide apparent cures for hepatitis C
M22	Tumor vaccine prolongs recurrence-free survival in kidney cancer patients.
M21	FDA issues safety alert for Avandia (rosiglitazone) over possible increased heart attack risk.
M21	More on the FDA approvable letter on Mircera
M21	VA rolls out MRSA control strategy to all of it medical centers
M21	Roche receives approvable letter for Mircera in the United States.
M21	Statins might have a role in management of hepatitis C.
M21	Might probiotics modify the course of autoimmune disease?
M17	Bill Owen to start as President of the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ) on July 1
M17	Lawmakers push for changes in food safety oversight.
M17	MMWR publishes regional stroke incidence data for the United States (2005)
M17	Debunking the slavery hypothesis of African American hypertension
M17	Beneficial effect of lycopene vs. prostate cancer not supported on closer examination.
M16	New Jersey law now finances outpatient dialysis services for the uninsured.
M16	Nephros to initiate clinical trials in U.S. of an on-line HDF module and mid-dilution filter.
M15	Treadmill workstation growing in popularity after study documents the obvious - more calories burned.
M15	Spreading viruses as we breathe - another argument for home dialysis?
M15	Boiling broccoli and similar vegetables degrades their anti-cancer properties.
M14	Effect of polyphenols (from apples, onions, green tea) on fat catabolism.
M14	Study shows unsuspected immunomodulatory effects of glucosamine.
M11	Lupus cluster in people living above abandoned oilfield in New Mexico.
M11	Report on FDA panel meeting looking into safety of ESA drugs in cancer treatment.
M11	Low estrogen levels associated with osteoporosis in men.
M10	Dialysis supply company Rockwell reports 54% increase in sales.
M10	Is the prevalence of hypothyroidism in women really 25-30%?
M10	FDA meeting focuses on possibility of increased tumor risk with some ESAs.
M10	Affymax data presented at ISN World Congress in Rio.
M09	FDA issues warning about potential diethylene glycol contamination of glycerin.
M09	(Apparently legal) payments to doctors to prescribe anemia drugs in the news.
M09	HDCN Update: Improving nephrology practice efficiency (RPA); RRI debates; more ASN Renal Week audiofiles; pre-eclampsia paper
M09	Research suggests that Egyptians were the true fathers of medicine.
M07	Liver, kidney damage in people taking large amount of green tea polyphenol supplements.
M07	Expect patients with HIV to be taking selenium.
M07	American Transplant Congress 2007 underway in San Francisco: Click here to register to view abstracts.
M07	Centrally acting ACE inhibitors may cut dementia risk in the elderly.
M07	Bridgepoint to buy Gambro Healthcare.
M07	Inactivation of ACAT2 enzyme protects fat-eating mice from atherosclerosis.
M04	You tube health message to patients from Kidney Health Australia (part 1)
M04	Common gene variation associated with markedly increased risk of heart attack.
M03	NEJM: Drug risks and free speech - can Congress ban direct-to-consumer ads?
M03	Some bisphosphonates associated with increased risk of atrial fibrillation.
M03	Nicotinamide riboside, found naturally in milk, dramatically extends lifespan in yeast via sirtuins.
M03	Maggots rid diabetic foot ulcer patients of MRSA
M03	Honey paste to treat diabetic foot ulcers
M02	Once-a-year bisphosphonate treatment for osteoporosis.
M02	Pha-4 gene linked to increased longevity associated with caloric restriction.
M02	Editorial review of Brunori et al paper: (Late start dialysis in the elderly)
M02	Early start? How about very late start in patients over 70 with very low protein diet?
M02	Fresenius Medical Care Q1 profit rises 38%.
M02	Study highlights gender differences in susceptibility to kidney injury.
M02	Egg board cites recent research studies supporting beneficial effects of egg consumption.
M01	Triptolide markedly reduced cyst formation in mouse PKD model.
M01	Pierre Ronco and Rashad Barsoum receive ISN awards.
M01	Bahrain plans to legalize living non-related organ donation.
M01	Antithrombotics (e.g., aspirin) increase hemorrhagic stroke risk in the elderly.
M01	Potential downside of calcium / vitamin D intake in the elderly: more stroke-type lesions in the brain.
A30	Guelph scientists explain how pet food tainted with melamine and cyanuric acid can cause kidney failure.
A30	DaVita Q1 profits up 33%.
A30	Activating PPAR-delta may burn fat and reduce metabolic syndrome risk.
A30	High levels of TNF-alpha linked to anosmia.
A30	Compound from bullfrogs has marked anti-MRSA activity.
A29	The melamine pet food mystery: It's no mystery.
A27	New test identifies hepatitis C patients at risk for cirrhosis.
A27	Itraconazole found to have anti-angiogenesis effects.
A27	New Genetic Risk Factors For Type 2 Diabetes Identified
A26	Results of new EPCA blood test for prostate cancer almost too good to be believed!
A26	Torres and Zhou awarded Kaplan Prize for PKD research at ISN Congress in Brazil.
A26	Sirolimus-based immunosuppression for heart transplant has kidney-sparing effect.
A25	Father who fled while on leave from prison to donate kidney to son captured in Mexico.
A25	Kirin gets approval to start selling darbepoetin in Japan.
A24	AGEs and food preparation may play an important role in chronic disease.
A23	Scientist warns marathon runners: Water won't help you keep your cool
A23	Death of 3 organ transplant recipients leads to discovery of new virus related to LMCV.
A21	HDCN Update: Bone and minerals in CKD (Crossfire); Nine more RRI talks (pocket PC); More RW06 audiofiles; ANNA NNJ journal CE on-line.
A21	Abstracts from March, 2007 CRRT meeting in San Diego.
A20	ASN: April Renal Express newsletter
A20	Baxter doing well, 1st quarter profits up.
A20	Blood protein isolated from used dialyzers found to makedly inhibit HIV replication.
A20	New BMJ study on adverse effects of higher salt intake in the news.
A20	Congressman Stark favoring new ESA reimbursement policy in letter to colleagues.
A20	Wall Street Journal video interview with Fresenius CEO Ben Lipps about ESAs.
A19	Green tea may be of benefit in Sjogren syndrome.
A19	Fewer heart patients need antibiotics prior to dental procedures.
A18	Natural balance recalls venison-containing pet foods - some batches found to contain melamine.
A18	Wallenberg family may sell Gambro Health Care.
A18	MMWR: Severe community-acquired MRSA pneumonia in association with influenza.
A18	Dosing for dollars: An analysis of the economics of ESA dosing in dialysis units.
A18	JAMA: EPO utilization higher in certain for-profit dialysis chains.
A18	Animal study suggests that changing to a low-fat diet can induce stress.
A17	New hope for malaria treatment with synthesis of long-acting artemisinin-like trioxane drugs.
A17	US FDA approves H5N1 (bird flu) vaccine for people, but only 45% develop an effective antibody response.
A17	FDA considers implementing user fees for medical device makers to speed review process.
A17	Researchers develop an electrical current - pH based method of bacteria crowd control
A16	Thrifty gene hypothesis of diabetes causation under dispute - no ethnic linkage found.
A16	Genzyme completes sevelamer carbonate trial.
A16	Edinburgh kidney website proving a hit with patients.
A15	JAM-1 protein acts in the brain to cause hypertension.
A14	Fish pollutants possibly linked to type 2 diabetes.
A14	Wearable kidney: Still pie in the sky. Will it become pie on the table?
A14	Fresenius sponsors Shad Ireland, ironman triathlete and dialysis patient; related patient grants available.
A13	New NKF anemia guidelines could hurt ESA sales.
A12	Protein recovered from fossil thigh bone links Tyrannosaurus rex to the chicken.
A12	NKF releases preliminary anemia guideline update
A12	High prevalence obesity gene identified.
A12	Rebuilt immune system helps patients shake off diabetes
A12	When a doctor says - I'm sorry - and risks getting sued.
A11	Ontario may reimburse organ donors.
A10	FDA re-emphasizes Salmonella risks for people with impaired immune systems keeping pet turtles.
A08	HDCN: Fluid regulation and V2R antagonists; RRI talks on pocket PCs - Surveys, Finances; Renal artery stenosis, anticoagulation.
A08	China issues new rules on organ procurement.
A07	Arthritis patients with CVD who take ibuprofen plus aspirin may greatly increase their cardiac risk.
A06	NKF 2007 Spring Clinical Meeting abstracts
A06	Weight lifting during dialysis counteracts muscle wasting.
A05	Think that eating only once a day will make you lose weight? Nope.
A05	Premenopausal overweight women do not lose bone mass during weight loss associated with diet.
A05	Reperfusion with glucose responsible for brain damage after hypoglycemic coma.
A05	AAMI published revised standard for water treament for dialysis.
A05	Hatfield-McCoy family feud may be linked to bad temper due to heritable pheochomocytomas.
A04	Speculation that pet food kidney failure might be due to vitamin D overdose.
A03	American Kidney Fund launches Medicare Part D program to cover dialysis patient bone meds.
A02	Ceprotin gets FDA approval to treat purpura fulminans.
A02	High-prevalence hemachromatosis gene linked to increased risk of stroke.
A02	President of the American Transplant Surgeons Society (Dr. Matas) proposes regulated sale of donor kidneys.
A02	Cantel Medical Acquires GE Dialysis Water Business
A02	Scientists change one blood group into another.
A01	Megahype about nanopores.
A01	DNA test to detect prostate cancer risk
M30	FDA: Marketing of Zelnorm (for constipation) stopped because of severe cardiovascular side effects.
M30	Melamine, a plastic compound also used as fertilizer, now being linked to ARF-causing pet food.
M30	Dendreon stock triples as FDA hints at approvable letter for therapeutic prostate cancer vaccine.
M30	Baxter bird flu vaccine works in Phase I/II trials; Phase III trials to be started this year.
M30	PETA calls on FDA to expand pet food recall to dry pet food varieties.
M30	FDA warns on dangerous hemodialysis catheter disconnections.
M30	NEJM: Torcetrapib markedly elevates HDL cholesterol, but shows no benefit
M30	Microencapsulated pig islet cells surviving and producing insulin in one patient ten years after implantation.
M30	Function of Rh blood proteins discovered: link to ammonia excretion.
M29	Aspirin may cut Staph risk in dialysis patients with venous catheters.
M29	Letter from ASN President to its members regarding FDA black box warning on ESAs.
M28	Dr. William Owen named President of UMDNJ (University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey)
M28	Amerisource Bergen buys Bellco, including its dialyzer business.
M28	Baxter announces 2007 Renal Discoveries Grant applications deadlines.
M28	What is metagenomics and why might it transform modern biology of bacterial organisms?
M27	HDCN: RRI talks on basic dialysis; Inflammatory markers; CMV in Transplant; More Renal Week 2006 audiofiles.
M27	Implanted carotid artery baroreflex stimulator lowers BP by 16-20 mm Hg.
M27	New blood thinner may work without bleeding risk
M27	Lancet journal subscribers protest links of parent company Reed Elsevier to arms industry.
M26	Drugs work as well as stents, study finds.
M26	Tolvatptan improves signs and symptoms in patients with CHF.
M26	Nesiritide safety trial shows neutral effect on mortality in CHF patients
M26	IPODS help docs learn stethoscope skills.
M26	Baxter focusing on growing PD market, especially in developing countries.
M26	DPP-4 inhibitor Januvia (sitagliptin1) approved for treatment of type 2 DM in Europe
M26	American College of Cardiology Annual Meeting March 24-27: Monday (26) Newsletter (.pdf)
M26	American College of Cardiology Annual Meeting March 24-27: Sunday (25) Newsletter (.pdf)
M26	American College of Cardiology Annual Meeting March 24-27: Saturday (24) Newsletter (.pdf)
M26	Method found to upregulate the innate immune system; beneficial effect against MRSA infection
M26	Ingesting natural isotopes of certain elements shown to prolong life in nematode worms.
M26	Magnets used to position intra-abdominal, laparoscopically inserted surgical instruments
M24	CMS: New transplant center accreditation approval rules
M24	Tai Chi boosts immune response to herpes zoster vaccine.
M24	Estrogen protects bone by inhibiting apoptosis of osteoblasts.
M23	Aminopterin found in tainted pet food.
M23	Feds unveil strict new standards for transplant centers - 13% or current centers may not qualify
M22	New book published to aid traveling dialysis patients
M22	Anemia drugs under review by Congress; request to suspend direct-to-consumer ads targeting oncology patients.
M22	FDA moves to limit participation of MDs with ties to pharma companies on its advisory boards.
M21	Want to fly to Mars? Watch your bone density!
M21	FDA approves eculizumab for treatment of paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria.
M21	FDA approves hydroxocobalamin to treat cyanide poisoning.
M21	More calories, fat than expected in Chinese takeout food.
M21	Spraying "essential oils" into the air reduces prevalence of MRSA in a hospital setting.
M21	Long-term cessation of smoking may reverse arterial stiffness.
M21	Fresenius doing well: 1 to 3 share split in the works.
M21	Front-page news stories about clinical trials largely negative; people who read those papers less likely to participate.
M20	Medicare contractors owe huge amount of taxes, GAO says.
M20	Lawsuit forces state of Arizona to pay for dialysis for legal and illegal immigrants.
M19	Minisub developed to explore the interior of an arterial blood vessel.
M19	More on pet food - kidney failure recall
M19	Multiple brands of pet food for dogs and cats found to cause kidney failure. Link to affected brands.
M16	HDCN update: Sodium/volume case presentations; CKD in transplant patients; More Renal Week audiofiles; Featured articles on bone disease, transplant, and hypomagnesemia
M16	FDA issues Medwatch SafetyAlert on linezolid (Zyvox) due to increased mortality rate
M16	Artificial lymph node implanted into mice.
M16	Fructose linked to deranged liver metabolism in rats, involving PPARs, leptin, and metabolic syndrome.
M16	Medicare to review payment policies for ESAs in view of FDA black box warning
M16	Debate about proposed new rules for organ allocation in the news.
M16	Findings expected in probe into unusual sicknesses and one death at Virginia dialysis unit
M16	Phthalate exposure linked to metabolic syndrome
M16	Chiropractic adjustment of C1 (atlas) markedly lowers blood pressure in randomized controlled trial
M16	Increased angiotensin 1-7 levels after ACE-I treatment may inhibit lung cancer
M16	Chest compressions without mouth-to-mouth better for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest
M16	An apple a day really does keep the doctor away.
M16	Substituting gallium for iron impedes growth of slime-forming bacteria.
M14	New PTFE vein graft with corkscrew blood flow shows increased patency.
M13	Copper in doorhandles and hospital fixtures may fight MRSA
M12	Advanced magnetics to present phase III data on ferumoxytol at the spring NKF meeting
M12	RPA statement regarding FDA black box warnings on ESA drugs
M12	Azole antifungal drugs found to be active against tuberculosis.
M11	Aspirin lowers risk of Staph bacteremia in hemodialysis patients with tunneled catheters
M11	Are current recommendations for vitamin D intake way too low?
M11	Another FDA link to the new Epogen/Procrit/Aranesp labels with black box warnings.
M11	Light-sensitive polymers that detect bacteria developed to monitor wound infection.
M10	AST applauds Congressional passage of bill facilitating paired organ donation.
M10	Links to FDA advisory on ESA drugs.
M09	Fresenius gets license to use HITS medical software for its nephrology patients
M09	MMWR reports on invasive MRSA infections in dialysis patients.
M09	FDA to require black box warnings on ESAs regarding complications associated with higher Hbs.
M08	ASN Renal Policy Express, March, 2007
M08	Indian pharma firm Biocon unveils suite of immunosuppressive drugs aimed at the transplant market.
M08	UK National Health Service launches tool to help prevent infections in dialysis units.
M07	Satellite Health Care grant deadline is March 15.
M07	PET imaging useful in identifying kidney cancer.
M07	World Kidney Day coming up on March 8th.
M06	FDA approves aliskiren for treatment of hypertension.
M05	New type 1 diabetes susceptibility gene discovered.
M05	Triptolide, a drug derived from a Chinese herb reduces cysts in a mouse model of polycystic kidney disease.
M05	Dietary copper in the news after copper supplementation helps prevent heart failure in stressed rodents.
M05	Atkins diet may be the most effective with few obvious adverse effects
M05	Taking amphotericin B in oil by mouth may result in good efficacy, less renal toxicity.
M04	Former NFL Dallas Cowboys football player donates kidney to ex-teammate.
M03	MMWR reports on NHANES survey and CKD; prevalence appears to be increasing.
M03	Search Society for Interventional Radiology abstracts (2002-2006) (use keyword -dialysis-)
M03	Cryoablation for smaller kidney tumors in the news.
M03	Yale University to host symposium on Nephrogenic Fibrosing Dermopathy on May 4, 2007 in New Haven, CT.
M02	FDA warns about potential impact of change in calendar onset of daylight savings time on medical devices.
M02	Brown fat located in muscle fibers linked to resistance to obesity, type 2 DM in a mouse model.
M02	NEJM: Vancomycin-induced thrombocytopenia: the article link
M02	ASN Renal Policy Express. February, 2007.
M02	Chloramine not as effective as chlorine in protecting drinking water.
M01	Medicare financing for dialysis vs. transplant in the news: One patient's story
M01	Intake of certain vitamins found to be associated with decreased survival
M01	First hepatitis-E vaccine appears to be highly effective.
M01	AAKP Develops Nutrition Electronic Newsletter
F28	Abstracts from 2007 CRRT meeting, March 7-10 in San Diego, CA
F28	Nifedipine found to mobilize liver iron stores in an animal model of hemochromatosis.
F28	NEJM: Immune-mediated thrombocytopenia linked to vancomycin use.
F28	HDCN: Transplant biopsy; Debate on upper Hb target; Anemia-Iron basics for pharmacists; Gadolinium special article; Interleukin-12; Audiofiles from RW2006.
F27	BBC documentary highlights dangers to hospital and dialysis staff from violence-prone patients
F27	Copper may be involved in angiogenesis.
F26	Garlic powerless against cholesterol.
F26	Distinctive odor of diarrhea may lead to rapid diagnostic test for Clostridium and Campylobacter infection.
F23	Method devised to store text messages in DNA of bacterial.
F23	MMWR: Nephrogenic fibrosing dermopathy.
F22	DaVita receives request from Office of Inspector General for info re Epogen claims.
F22	Blood pressure across countries linked to level of happiness of its inhabitants.
F22	Fosrenol launches in the United Kingdom today.
F22	Fresenius Medical Carefourth quarter profit rises 32%.
F21	Alagebrium, a drug that targets AGEs (advanced glycosylation end-products) given IP has beneficial effects on peritoneal permeability (animal study).
F21	Positioning cells in artificial organs with inkjet printer technology.
F21	Apolipoprotein C1 linked to obesity and type 2 diabetes in American Indians.
F20	Sertoli cells confer immune privilege in pancreas cells transplanted between pigs.
F20	It's official: dialysis firm Aksys shuts down.
F20	Sick teens in crisis: Organ transplant patients may die when insurance for medicine runs out.
F19	FDA Medwatch issues drug advisory on ESA use in cancer patients.
F19	Dialysis at night getting popular
F19	Woman survives 32 years on dialysis
F19	New ultrathin membrane raises hopes for microdialysis devices
F19	Relationship between circadian rhythm clock and blood pressure identified.
F19	CRP liver protein induces hypertension.
F19	Plant-derived omega-3 fatty acids may aid bone health
F16	MMWR reports on geographic variation in prevalence of heart disease in the U.S.
F16	Market research firm predicts vigorous growth of the dialysis equipment market.
F15	Cleveland Kidney Foundation honors Dr. Martin Schreiber, Jr. as Man of the Year
F14	Robot-assisted telemedicine rounds growing in popularity
F14	Neutrophil-derived peptidase enzyme found to be a key player in development of aortic aneurysms.
F13	Mad cow disease may be due to a virus.
F12	Type 2 diabetes genes mapped out
F10	Custom RV (recreational vehicle) lets dialysis patients hit the road.
F09	Should age determine who gets a kidney transplant?
F08	Compulsive gambling linked to drug treatment for restless legs syndrome.
F08	HDCN: How to treat lupus flares; Cinacalcet for SHPT; Renal Week 2006 audiofiles - bone biopsy, and more; Iron management; Volume control
F08	Stricter standards for dialysis workers proposed by Georgia State Senate.
F08	Rate of CKD due to type 2 diabetes soaring in Canada.
F08	NxStage shares soar after DaVita buys a 7% stake.
F07	ASN Policy Express. February, 2007
F07	Pine bark extract shown to be a potent inhibitor of GI glucose absorption
F06	Allied against kidney disease on World Kidney Day
F05	FDA approves new dosing recommendations for Rapamune (sirolimus) in high immunologic risk transplant patients.
F05	Kidney transplant to be broadcast live over the internet Tuesday, Feb 6, 18:50 hrs.
F04	International Center / Website for nephrogenic fibrosing dermopathy.
F04	Limit Hb to 12 g/dL in dialysis patients? Not so fast! (New study from Europe suggests that 13-15 g/dL may be OK if not better)
F03	42 British Columbia transplant patients received their kidneys in China.
F02	National Renal Alliance expands into Indiana
F02	The politics and cost issues relating to EPO in the news
F01	Oligofructose fiber a new potential weapon against obesity.
F01	Biotrends report of Dec 2006 survey on use of ESAs and phosphate binders.
F01	JASN: DRIVE study published: shows beneficial effects of giving IV iron when serum ferritin is high.
F01	Amgen and Fresenius establish joint research program in Europe
F01	Might Orlistat be an anti-cancer drug? Fatty acid synthase and endoplasmic reticulum involved in tumor cell growth.
J31	Retailers in the UK to remove trans fats from most foods.
J30	Broke up with your date? Maybe because you were too HLA compatible.
J30	DaVita says that government has closed the investigation into its business practices.
J30	Need a new aortic valve? No problem. We'll put one in percutaneously.
J30	One in eight men over age 50 found to have osteoporosis
J30	One third of young people who died suddenly and inexplicably had genetic arrhythmic heart defects.
J29	Carbonic anhydrase-I linked to blood vessel leakage in diabetic retinopathy
J29	Nephros gets conditional FDA approval to test hemodiafiltration module in the US
J29	Bacteriophages and antibiotics exhibit synergistic effect; may lower needed dose by a factor of 50.
J29	Health benefits of fruits and vegetables apply to their juices as well.
J29	Major link in brain-obesity puzzle found.
J28	Carabin identified as brake to the immune system - may be involved in toleration.
J28	New necrotizing toxin identified in dangerous, community acquired strain of multidrug-resistant Staph. aureus
J27	Amgen issues letter to physicians describing Aranesp results in cancer patients; no benefit and higher mortality rate.
J27	Stroke victims who suddenly lost the urge to smoke identify brain addiction region.
J26	Dialysis deaths at home from access hemorrhage prompt warning
J26	Radiology journal to recommend avoiding gadodiamide in patients with kidney disease because of nephrogenic systemic fibrosis
J24	Aksys to shut down operations
J23	HDCN: Secondary HTN; Hepcidin, Driving when ferritin is high, HIF and anemia. ARF, Infections, Endocrine Function; Setting up Home Hemo.
J22	Prozac and paxil associated with increased risk of falls and fractures
J22	Speculation rises that Amgen may win patent infringement case against Roche.
J22	New master gene that regulates autoimmunity and regulatory T cells identified.
J22	Surprising beneficial effects of losartan on muscle in mouse models of muscular dystrophy or Marfan syndrome
J22	Home microwave ovens useful for sterilization of sponges and towelettes.
J19	Potentially lethal strains of MRSA spreading to the community in the UK
J19	High-dose vitamin D prolongs lifespan in patients with advanced prostate cancer
J19	Nintendo Wii videogame use promotes weight loss (n=1).
J19	Columnist Art Buchwald dies of kidney failure
J17	Strong association between low LDL levels and Parkinson disease identified in small study.
J17	Hyperimmune response to 1918 flu virus is what made it so deadly.
J17	NSF (nephrogenic systemic fibrosis) after gadolinium reported at annual radiology meeting
J17	New class of insulin sensitizing compounds discovered for treating diabetes.
J17	Dialysis patient bleeds to death in casino after falling and cutting into his AV access.
J17	New handbook by LWW teaches the basics of dialysis to doctors and nurses.
J17	Interesterified fats being used to substitute for trans-fats, but new study shows that they are unhealthy, also.
J17	Woman dies of hyponatremia after participating in radio-sponsored water drinking contest.
J16	DNA test to be used to determine warfarin dose.
J16	Tomato-broccoli combo may be effective against prostate cancer; efficacy approaches that of castration.
J16	Doctor's sloppy handwriting alleged to kill 7,000 people annually.
J16	Two major kidney cancer trial reports in NEJM this week.
J16	Tsunami victims selling their kidneys because of financial pressure.
J15	HDCN Update: Magnesium balance; CVD in CKD (ASN Talks); More ADC audiofiles: Malnutrition, MIA syndrome; Featured articles: Hyponatremia, Bone preservation; Biopsy conference.
J15	ASN January Renal Express newsletter
J15	Pancreatic-polypeptide containing chewing gum - a new potential weapon against obesity
J15	House passes Medicare drug bill.
J15	New gene linked to Alzheimer disease
J09	Milk appears to eliminate the cardiovascular benefits of tea
J09	Fresenius buys 51% stake in major dialysis service provider in Taiwan.
J09	Blogborygmi - a meta-analysis of physician-written blogs
J09	NKF Singapore suing its previous management in an attempt to recover funds.
J09	Paid Kidney Donation? "I sold my kidney to buy a T.V.!"
J09	Two Wisconsin companies get together to develop ingested products for hyperphosphatemia control.
J09	Carnosinase 1gene linked to progression to kidney failure in diabetics.
J09	Stromal cells in intestinal lymph nodes play a previously unknown role in immune tolerance.
J09	Potential bias in studies funded by the food industry or by pharma in the news.
J08	California considers widespread changes in its healthcare delivery system
J08	FDA posts patient movie clip on its site about the potential CV risks of higher Hb levels.
J08	RIND study published in KI shows decreased mortality in new hemodialysis patients randomized to sevelamer (Renagel)
J07	Google opens up full text patent search engine.
J04	Dr. Allen Nissenson to receive Lifetime Achievement Award in Hemodialysis
J04	MGH researchers identify Wilms' tumor (nephroblastoma) gene on the X-chromosome.
J04	Genzyme files new drug application with the FDA for sevelamer carbonate.
J03	HDCN: Transplant board review; NANT technology talk; ADC audio on catheters, frequent dialysis, calcification; Articles on anion gap and xenoTx.
J03	Operations research management expert suggests a more efficient kidney allocation system.
J03	Scientists uncover evidence of arsenic poisoning in death of Francesco de Medici.
J03	Marathon mice genetically engineered that are enriched in a new type (IIX) of muscle fiber.
J03	Two dialysis patients killed in transport van on way to dialysis center.
J03	Renal Advantage completes acquisition of Renalab.
J03	Jaw cortex width of less than 3 mm on dental X-rays is a good marker for osteoporosis
J03	Interferon treated hepatitis C patients likely to experience retinopathy
J03	ASN Policy Express: January 2007
J02	Outcomes very different for kidney swap couples
J02	Cryoablation as an alternative method for treating kidney tumors at the Mayo Clinic.
J02	Higher serum uric acid levels associated with cognifitve impairment in the elderly.
J02	Twenty-five best dieting tips ever
J02	Moderate alcohol consumption in hypertensive men associated with lower risk of heart attack.
D31	Gene knockout technology creates healthy, prion-protein-free cows
D29	FDA evaluating safety of products from cloned animals; seeks outside comments.
D29	Boston docs lower anemia targets in response to CHOIR study.
D29	Disgruntled Michigan dialysis patient burns dialysis unit to the ground.
D29	Spiky surface coating kills bacteria.
D28	Advanced Magnetics stock surges on hopes for ferumoxytol.
D28	NY Times article questions whether blocking for-profit dialysis chains in New York is a good idea.
D28	Kisspeptin levels associated with seasonal sex drive in rodents; may play a role in human reproduction as well.
D27	Cattle vaccine against E. Coli O157:H7 approved for use in Canada.
D27	FDA: Dr. Kessler to Chair Global Task Force for Harmonization of Medical Device Practices
D27	Sales of Eakins' medical painting stirs controversy in Philadelphia.
D27	American Society of Hypertension at center of new controversy around physician-pharma conflicts of interests.
D27	Green vegetables may lower blood pressure via nitrates.
D26	Use of proton-pump inhibitors associated with increased risk of hip fracture.
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