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The non-surgical Stretta® procedure employing low power and low temperature radiofrequency (RF) energy is effective in control of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and eliminates or reduces the need for medication 10 years post-procedure, according to an independent, prospective long-term assessment presented today at the Digestive Disease Week (DDW) meeting May 18-21, 2013 in Orlando, Florida. "The sustained improvement in GERD-HRQL scores and patient satisfaction, coupled with the potential for protection against esophageal cancer validate the long-term usefulness of this safe, clinically ... read more

For the fifth consecutive year, Cubist Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: CBST) has been named to the Globe 100 annual list, the Boston Globe’s annual ranking of the 100 top-performing public companies headquartered in Massachusetts. Cubist was ranked number six overall and was named the top performing biotech ... read more

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LONG BEACH, CA -- (Marketwired) -- 05/18/13 -- AvianFluTalk.com, an online discussion forum created in 2005 to track the potential threat of an avian flu pandemic, has been the venue for a serious discussion regarding the new SARS-like coronavirus infecting patients at a New York Hospital leaving several in critical condition and resulting in 3 deaths. The new SARS-like coronavirus recently emerged in the Middle East infecting 41 total worldwide resulting in 20 deaths and is primarily spread by limited ... read more

Electro Freeze®, a division of H.C. Duke and Son, LLC (Duke), today introduced to the U.S. frozen dessert industry, Genni(TM), the first soft serve frozen dessert quality management smartphone app. Genni(TM) mobilizes the Company's newly released Virtual Quality Management System(TM) (VQM(TM)) in their Genesis Series(TM) Soft Serve Freezer line. "We want to give operators the ability to better manage their soft serve assets from across the store, or anywhere in the world where they can use their phone or tablet," ... read more

Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Tinkercad, an easy-to-use browser-based 3D design tool. The addition of Tinkercad to Autodesk will help broaden the popular Autodesk 123D family of apps and supports Autodesk’s vision to help anybody ... read more

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited (Takeda) and H. Lundbeck A/S (Lundbeck) today announced that the companies will be presenting new data from four studies that evaluated effectiveness in treating the overall symptoms of depression in patients taking vortioxetine, an investigational agent under review with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD). These data will be presented at the 2013 American Psychiatric Association Annual Meeting (APA) in San Francisco. The objective of these four studies ... read more

Although colonoscopy exams prevent many colon cancer deaths(1) and are considered the most sensitive method for detecting colorectal cancers(2), the procedure is not completely effective in preventing cancer cases(3). EndoChoice(®) Inc. today unveiled research that shows that its new Fuse(TM) system significantly improves the accuracy of this procedure and greatly reduces the number of adenomas missed by colonoscopists. EndoChoice will be discussing these clinical trial results and featuring the Fuse system that recently received FDA 510(k) clearance at Digestive Disease ... read more

The Open Paradigm Project, in collaboration with MadinAmerica.com, Occupy Psychiatry, and leading organizations in the movement to reform mental health care, announces a social media campaign showcasing video testimonials by individuals negatively impacted by the traditional psychiatric model, which focuses on pathology and illness rather than wellness and recovery. The launch coincides with the American Psychiatric Association's (APA) rollout of its latest revision of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), taking place at the APA's annual meeting ... read more

Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, is investigating potential securities fraud at AVEO Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ("AVEO" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: AVEO). (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120119/MM38856LOGO ) The investigation focuses on whether the Company and its executives violated federal securities laws by issuing materially false and/or misleading statements regarding the Company's Phase III drug trials for Tivopath (tivozanib) (titled "TIVO-1"). Specifically, the investigation focuses on whether the Company failed to disclose that: (1) the FDA had recommended to the ... read more

Digiarty Software Inc., a world-class video audio related software developing company, lowers the serial key of WinX DVD Ripper Platinum to $11.95 per copy to help movie lovers back up latest DVDs of summer movies while saving more. It is the full license code that offers 100% secure purchase, free lifetime upgrade, free after-sale tech support and 30-day money back guarantee. The best-price DVD ripper facilitates playing high-quality DVD movies on iPhone, iPad, Android the mobile way wirelessly and smoothly. Get ... read more

On Sunday, May 19, 2013, join the Minnesota AIDS Project (MAP) at Minnehaha Park for the 26th year of the Minnesota AIDS Walk. Donations to the AIDS Walk help the Minnesota AIDS Project prevent new HIV infections and keep people living with HIV in Minnesota healthy. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130518/DC16602) The day's events will begin at 9:00 a.m. with registration, activities in the park such as "Why I walk" photo sharing, massages, children's games, health screenings and free HIV testing. The opening ceremonies, ... read more

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The Minnesota Chiropractic Association (MCA) recently honored one among them for their endless dedication to public health and wellness. Dr. Debra Proechel of Rice Minnesota was recognized by her peers for outstanding and continuous dedication to public health over the last 25 years. The award was presented during the MCA Awards Banquet at recently held at the Marriott Mall of America in Bloomington. Other awards given during the convention included the Outstanding Educator of the Year Award, the John ... read more

A special pin complemented Tom Hoffmann's cap and gown as he waited eagerly to cross the stage with nearly 1,200 graduates at the Ashford University spring commencement ceremony held earlier this month in Moline, Ill. The pin, which was given to him by his daughter Sidney Hoffmann just before she was deployed, was a yellow ribbon with a blue star banner pendant, indicating you have a child actively serving in the military. Tom traveled to commencement from just outside of ... read more

SAN JOSE, CA -- (Marketwired) -- 05/17/13 -- Pericom Semiconductor Corporation (NASDAQ: PSEM) today announced that Aaron Tachibana, Chief Financial Officer, will present at the Sidoti Semi-Annual Microcap Conference. The conference will be held at The Grand Hyatt Hotel in New York City on June 7, 2013. In addition to his presentation, Mr. Tachibana will be available for one-on-one meetings throughout the day. For more information about the conference or to schedule a one-on-one meeting with Mr. Tachibana, please contact your ... read more

iTalk Inc. (OTCQB: TALK) (OTCBB: TALK) ("iTalk" or the "Company"), a global provider of advanced communications and mobile broadband services, would like to inform its investors and regulators that it has come to our attention that the Company's shares have been listed on the Boerse Berlin Stock Exchange ("BBSE") by an unidentified third party, without our approval, consent or knowledge. The Company did not authorize or direct any broker on the BBSE to act as a market maker for ... read more

BOULDER, CO -- (Marketwired) -- 05/17/13 -- Editors and other readers are advised to disregard the news release with the headline, "Zayo Group Small Cell Services Boost Reliability, Capacity for Major Wireless Network at Indianapolis 500 Events," issued May 16, 2013 by Zayo Group. The release was issued in error. ... read more

Exar Corporation (Nasdaq: EXAR), a leading supplier of high performance analog mixed-signal components and data management solutions, today announced that the Company will present at the 14th Annual B. Riley & Co. Investor Conference. Exar's presentation will take place on Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at 11:00 AM PDT. Management will also conduct one-on-one meetings with investors at the conference. Louis DiNardo, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Ryan Benton, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will provide an ... read more

AT&T* plans to roll out 4G LTE in Midland and Odessa this summer, bringing customers the latest generation of wireless network technology and faster mobile Internet speeds from the nation's fastest 4G LTE network**. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120612/DA23287LOGO) Watch here to see several of the benefits AT&T 4G LTE provides. LTE technology is capable delivering speeds faster than many other mobile Internet technologies***. Customers will be able to stream, download, upload and game faster than ever before on the latest 4G ... read more