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XYNTHA Solofuse Now Available in Canada for Patients with Hemophilia A - MarketWatch (press release)



XYNTHA Solofuse Now Available in Canada for Patients with Hemophilia A 
MarketWatch (press release)
(i) "XYNTHA is a factor VIII recombinant product for patients with hemophilia A," said Diane Bissonnette, RN, BScN. "Every patient has different needs and expectations and although they may not have a choice of being born with the disease, ...

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Baxter Announces ADVATE Approval in China for the Treatment of Hemophilia A - MarketWatch (press release)



Baxter Announces ADVATE Approval in China for the Treatment of Hemophilia A 
MarketWatch (press release)
It is estimated that more than 50000 people in China are living with hemophilia A. ''The introduction of recombinant FVIII therapies in China offers new treatment options for hemophilia patients. The launch of ADVATE is another step in advancing ...
Baxter's hemophilia drug wins China approval ? Quick Facts RTT News

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Baxter's Hemophilia Drug Wins China Approval - Quick Facts - NASDAQ



Baxter's Hemophilia Drug Wins China Approval - Quick Facts 
NASDAQ
''The approval of ADVATE in China marks an important milestone for Baxter and supports our ongoing commitment to treating individuals living with hemophilia,'' said Ludwig Hantson, Ph.D., president of Baxter's BioScience business.
Baxter gains approval for ADVATE in China Pharmaceutical Business Review

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Fighting the Good Fight: Q&A with Survivor?and Game Changer?Bob Massie - TIME



TIME 
Fighting the Good Fight: Q&A with Survivor?and Game Changer?Bob Massie 
TIME
As a young boy he suffered from hemophilia and spent much of his childhood in braces, unable to walk. He contracted hepatitis and HIV after blood transfusions, lost both knees to joint deterioration and needed a new liver to survive.

 


Hemophilia Walk May 20 inspired by East Hanover boy - New Jersey Hills



Hemophilia Walk May 20 inspired by East Hanover boy 
New Jersey Hills
John Cirelli, left, and brother Nicholas, who suffers from Hemophilia, make up ?Team Nicholas? for the Fourth Annual Hemophilia Walk in honor of Nicholas Cirelli to be held at 10:30 am Sunday, May 20, at Lurker Park. EAST HANOVER TWP.

 


NJIT hemophilia expert to speak at Medical History Society on May 16 - EurekAlert (press release)



NJIT hemophilia expert to speak at Medical History Society on May 16 
EurekAlert (press release)
NJIT Associate Professor Stephen Pemberton will speak about hemophilia to physicians on May 16, 2012 in Princeton at the Nassau Club at a special meeting of the Medical History Society of New Jersey. Pemberton is the author of The Bleeding Disease, ...

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Hemophilia inspires a caring attitude - Ultimate Kingwood



Hemophilia inspires a caring attitude 
Ultimate Kingwood
Accomplishments: On honor roll, participates in awareness raising events for hemophilia, helps with family responsibilities and little sister. Favorite class: "Math because I like multiplication, subtraction and addition." Favorite things to do after ...

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Medgenics Receives FDA Clearance to Commence Phase IIb Trial of EPODURE for ... - MarketWatch (press release)



Medgenics Receives FDA Clearance to Commence Phase IIb Trial of EPODURE for ... 
MarketWatch (press release)
In addition to treatments for anemia, hepatitis and hemophilia, Medgenics plans to develop and/or out-license a pipeline of future Biopump products targeting the large and rapidly growing global protein therapy market, which is forecast to reach $132 ...

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Young nurses celebrate week with pride - Rochester Democrat and Chronicle



Young nurses celebrate week with pride 
Rochester Democrat and Chronicle
From left, nurses Jen LaFranco, Rose Ann Bovenzi and Renee DeRider work at the Mary M. Gooley Hemophilia Center. DeRider, a Greece native and longtime nurse, said entering the field is one of the most rewarding experiences she's had.

 


Study could end ban on gay men donating blood - Washington Times



Washington Times 
Study could end ban on gay men donating blood 
Washington Times
The MSM policy ?is an important issue that needs consideration? and the Hemophilia Federation of American looks forward ?to a dialogue focused on safety and science,? Kimberly Haugstad, executive director of the group, said after Mr. Berger's ...