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Calixa Therapeutics Announces Initiation of Phase 2 Clinical Trial of ...
Calixa Therapeutics Inc. today announced the initiation of a Phase 2 clinical trial of CXA-101 in patients with complicated urinary tract infections.
New drug to treat urinary tract infections, a step closer
Depomed, Inc . today announced top line results from the Phase III clinical trial of its Ciprofloxacin GR, an extended release formulation of ciprofloxacin HCl, which is used to treat urinary tract infections.
Dear Dr. Shieh: UTI more common when you're pregnant
Dr. Shieh, When I pee, I experience this burning sensation, which may mean that I have another bladder infection.
Incontinence Common in Women With Type 1 Diabetes
Urinary tract infections and increased weight are associated with higher risk of urinary incontinence in women with type 1 diabetes, according to research published in the June issue of Urology .
What Are Kidney Stones? What Causes Kidney Stones?
It also has been suggested that water fluoridation - the addition of fluoride to drinking water - is responsible for some cases of kidney stones................. First time I've heard of that.
Many hospital bugs 'neglected'
The NHS in England is neglecting the threat from many healthcare-acquired infections not covered by government targets, a watchdog has warned.
Preventing Catheter-Associated UTIs
New recommendations from infectious disease experts can help clinicians prevent common healthcare-associated infections such as catheter-associated urinary tract infections.
Hospital infections control work praised
Infection control experts at hospitals are stepping up their battle to stop patients picking up infections while in their care.
Feeling tired and Dizzy? Hydrate now
Michaela Weakley takes a big swig from her water bottle as she walks down the Riverwalk with her sister Kristen Koconis, right, and mother Andrea Gledhill.
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Can drug cause ruptured tendons?
I recently heard a statement on television made by an attorney with regard to Levaquin, causing tendon rupture and asking anyone who suffered with the problem to call a toll-free telephone number.
Role of renal sonography in the intensive care unit.
Abstract PURPOSE: This study was conducted to evaluate the role of portable renal sonography in the intensive care unit .
Identification of uropathogenic Escherichia coli surface proteins by shotgun proteomics
In the process of identifying candidate antigens for a vaccine, two methods for the identification of the UPEC surface proteome during growth in human urine were investigated.
Staying physically active after spinal cord injury: a qualitative...
While enhancing physical activity has been an essential goal of public health officials, people with physical impairments such as spinal cord injury are more likely to live a sedentary lifestyle.
Two Worcester Polytechnic Institute researchers will receive grants from the National Institutes of Health, one for research on stem cells and the other for work on the prevention of urinary tract infections.
New Germ Busters Outwit Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria
Infectious bacteria have evolved through the loopholes in almost every drug we've created, thanks to our own misuse and overuse.
Important Clue Found To Help Identify Common Cause Of Kidney Failure In Children
"In this study, we accomplished a very critical step towards the identification of the VUR gene," says Ali G. Gharavi, MD .
Centers for Disease Control and Preve...
Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae Carbapenemase in Long-term Care Facility, Illinois, USA
Ronald C. Hershow, and William M. Janda Author affiliation: University of Illinois, Chicago, Illinois, USA To the Editor: Escherichia coli harboring Klebsiella pneumoniae carbapenemases are now rarely being reported.
I write this in the middle of a sensory storm of alternating devilish pain and angelic fluffy euphoria.
Gene Hunters Target Child Kidney Failure
Main Category: Urology / Nephrology Also Included In: Pediatrics / Children's Health ; Genetics Article Date: 15 May 2009 - 1:00 PDT Researchers are zeroing in on the genetic abnormalities predisposing to vesicoureteric reflux , one of the most common causes of urinary tract infections and kidney failure in children, reports a study in an upcoming ...