An extended insulin-release system comprising an injectable gel of nanoparticles may one day help patients with type 1 diabetes manage their condition without having constantly to test their blood-sugar and inject themselves with insulin...

17 May 2013, 10:00

Advanced Prostate Cancer Drug Xofigo Approved By FDA

Xofigo (radium Ra 223 dichloride) has been approved by the US FDA for symptomatic late-stage (metastatic) castration-resistant prostate cancer that has reached bones but not other organs, i.e. with no known visceral metastatic disease. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Xifogo under the priority review program, three months ahead of schedule...

17 May 2013, 14:00

Only 25% Of Sunscreens Offer Strong Protection

Only 25% of sunscreen products offer strong and broad UV protection and raise few health concerns, according to Environmental Working Group (EWG). The safety and efficacy of over 1,400 sunscreens, lotions, lip products, and makeups that advertise sun protection on the market in 2013 were evaluated in EWG's 7th annual Sunscreen Guide released today, May 20th...

20 May 2013, 21:00