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AI algo detects brain defects treat hard-to-spot epilepsy - 0 views

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    A University College London team of researchers has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) programme that can identify minute brain anomalies that lead to epileptic seizures. The algorithm, used in the Multicentre Epilepsy Lesion Detection project (MELD) and which reports locations of abnormalities in cases of drug-resistant focal cortical dysplasia (FCD) - a major cause of epilepsy - was developed by a multinational team who used more than 1,000 patient MRI scans from 22 international epilepsy centres. Brain regions known as FCDs have evolved improperly and frequently lead to drug-resistant epilepsy. Surgery is usually used to treat it, however, finding the lesions on an MRI is a constant problem for doctors because MRI scans for FCDs can appear normal. The scientists employed about 300,000 places throughout the brain to quantify cortical properties from the MRI scans, such as how thick or folded the cortex/brain surface was.
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CMA fines Pfizer and Flynn £70 million for inflating price - 0 views

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    Britain's competition watchdog has fined pharmaceutical companies Pfizer and Flynn £63 million and £6.7 million respectively for allegedly breaking competition law and illegally profiting from the sale of an anti-epilepsy drug. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) found that the two companies colluded to sell phenytoin sodium capsules, previously known as Epanutin, at "unfairly high prices" for over four over years between 2012 and 2016. The annual costs of the capsules for the NHS increased from £2 million in 2012 to approximately £50 million the following year. CMA has accused Pfizer of charging, over four years, prices between 780 per cent and 1,600 per cent higher than what was fixed previously for the medicine used to prevent life-threatening epileptic seizures. Pfizer supplied the drug to Flynn, which then sold the capsules on to wholesalers and pharmacies at a price between 2,300 per cent and 2,600 per cent higher than the prices previously charged by Pfizer.
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Valproate Dispensing Update: Safety First - 0 views

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    The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) and the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) have authorised community pharmacies throughout the UK to dispense original full packs of Valproate-containing medicines upon prescription. The necessary changes in regulations came into effect on 11 October which was strongly supported by 85 per cent of respondents concerned about risks to the unborn baby if valproate-containing medicines are used in pregnancy. The decision was made to ensure patients receive safety warnings and pictograms, including a patient card and the Patient Information Leaflet (PIL), contained in the manufacturer's original full pack. Valproate is a treatment for epilepsy and bipolar disorder but is also associated with birth defects and neurological disabilities.
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Dynamic Homeopathy - 1 views

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    Dynamic Homeopathy is an ideal solution for homeopathic treatment that provides reliable and effective treatment for all kinds of diseases like Phobias, Constipation, ADHD, Epilepsy, Digestive Disorder, IBS and Arthritis.
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Wheelchair : Handicap Products: Cerebral Palsy Wheelchair - 0 views

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    Cerebral palsy (CP) is a general term for a group of permanent movement problems that do not get worse over time. They cause physical disability,mainly in the areas of body movement.There may also be problems with sensation, depth perception,so you use Cerebral palsy wheelchair and communication ability. Difficulty with cognition and epilepsy are found in about one-third of cases. There are subtypes including a type characterized by spasticity, a type characterized by poor coordination, and types which feature both symptoms or neither. Cerebral palsy is caused by damage to the motor control centers of the developing brain and can occur during pregnancy, during childbirth, or after birth up to about age three.About 2% of all cerebral palsy cases are believed to be due to a genetic cause.Cerebral palsy is not an infectious disease and is not contagious. Most cases are diagnosed at a young age rather than during adolescence or adulthood.CP 2 Pediatric Wheelchair is very useful for cerebral palsy person. Improvements in the care of newborns has helped reduce the number of babies who develop cerebral palsy and increased the survival of those with very low birth weights.There is no cure, with efforts attempting to treat and prevent complications. It occurs in about 2.1 per 1,000 live births.Physical therapy may help. Cerebral refers to the cerebrum, which is the affected area of the brain. The disorder may often involve connections between the cortex and other parts of the brain such as the cerebellum. The root word "palsy" means "paralysis". In medicine, this is often used in reference to the paralysis or weakness that often accompanies nerve damage, loss of sensation or muscle disorders involving uncontrollable movements such as trembling or shaking.
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Cerebral Palsy Wheelchair - 0 views

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    CP Child Wheelchair Cerebral palsy (CP) is a disorder of the brain. Normally, the brain tells the rest of the body exactly what to do and when to do it.CP affects the brain, a person might not be able to walk, talk, eat, or move the way most people do. CP affects a person's muscle tone and ability to coordinate body movements. People with CP have trouble controlling their muscles. CP affects the part of the brain that controls speech, a person with CP might have trouble talking clearly or not be able to speak at all. Because cerebral palsy affects muscle control, some people have learning disabilities or behavior problems - though many people with CP don't have these issues. Other people with CP also have medical problems like seizures or epilepsy, or hearing impairment. CP may work with these experts: a pediatric orthopedist a developmental pediatrician who looks at how the person is growing or developing compared with other teens a pediatric physiatrist (or rehabilitation physician), who helps kids with disabilities of many kinds therapists, like physical therapists to help with movement, occupational therapists to help with skills like handwriting, and speech therapists Features Ultra light weight aluminum alloy frame Epoxy powder coated frame Detachable arm rest provided Height adjustable and detachable head rest Hydraulic reclining high back for a comfortable posture Detachable back and seat pad Extra cushion upholstery provided to under arm, head. Hand brakes provided Safety belt provided Cerebral Palsy Wheelchair Price Cerebral Palsy is a long-term chronic medical condition that requires long-term supportive care services.Cerebral Palsy often have other associative and co-mitigating medical conditions, including cognitive challenges, vision loss, hearing impairment, and seizures. These conditions require diagnosis, treatment and maintenance all at significant cost.The family of an individual with cerebral palsy is like
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Best Pediatric Manual Wheelchair - 0 views

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    Pediatric Manual Wheelchair Pediatric Manual Wheelchair which are fabricated using finest grade raw materials such as Aluminium, MS Steel Pipe, Stainless Steel Pipe. Pediatric Manual Wheelchair is specially designed wheelchairs are suitable for children up to 15 years of age and are capable for 50 kgs. Our range of pediatric wheelchairs are easy to handle and can be used for indoor as well as outdoor purposes.Wheelchairs for kids have smaller frame size to support lighter weight users. Seats are narrow and shallower than compared to adult wheelchairs. They are generally around 14 inches wide and closer to 12 inches deep. Pediatric wheelchairs are specifically designed for children are set a lower to the ground, for the handles to be adjusted according to the adult maneuvering the wheelchair. Features Foldable frame Fixed armrest Foldable footrest Dual brake system Seat-fabric seat with foam Backrest-fabric backrest with foam Total Weight: 17kgs Front wheels: 6" solid wheels, rear wheels-21" solid Self propelling/attendant type Cushion armrest Cerebral Palsy Wheelchair Children Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a group of conditions caused by medical abnormalities in the development of a fetus or the early life of a child.Cerebral palsy can be a difficult condition to live with.Most people who are born with cerebral palsy may suffer from conditions such as partial eye blindness, epilepsy, difficulty with swallowing and even deafness.Cerebral Palsy is a congenital condition which leads to a disorder of movement, balance, muscle control and body posture.CP have to go through rigorous exercise routines to increase and improve their muscle tone, balance and movement. Children with cerebral palsy may experience delayed development of fine motor skills (use of hands), gross motor skills (large movements) and oral motor functioning (eating and speaking).Cerebral palsy affects a person's ability to control their muscles. Muscles can become very stiff or ver
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MHRA Issues Sabril Recall: Potential Risk to Children - 0 views

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    The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has issued a class 2 medicines recall for Sabril 500 mg film-coated tablets & Sabril 500 mg granules for oral solution. Sanofi UK has recalled the batches of Sabril tablets and Sabril granules as a precautionary measure due to the detection of traces of tiapride in the batches of the source material of the manufacturer for vigabatrin. Sabril (vigabatrin) is indicated for adjunctive treatment of focal seizures with or without secondary generalisation not satisfactorily controlled with other antiepileptics (under expert supervision) and monotherapy in the treatment of infantile spasms (West's syndrome). All patients are advised not to discontinue Sabril tablets or Sabril granules without consulting with their prescriber. The risks of suddenly stopping medication for seizures/epilepsy is higher than the potential risk presented by the presence of tiapride. Sanofi UK have confirmed to DHSC that no other batches are impacted, and other stock remains available.
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Pharmanovia collaborates with Aquestive Therapeutics for diazepam buccal film - Latest ... - 0 views

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    Pharmanovia, the lifecycle management company has signed a licence and supply agreement with Aquestive Therapeutics for its patented diazepam buccal film formulation across the EU, UK, Switzerland, and Norway, as well as countries in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA)- up to 48 markets in total. Aquestive Therapeutics has been granted tentative approval by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), for its diazepam buccal film for the acute treatment of intermittent, stereotypic episodes of frequent seizure activity (i.e., seizure clusters, acute repetitive seizures) that are distinct from a patient's usual seizure pattern in patients with epilepsy 12 years of age and older. Pharmanovia will be responsible for seeking appropriate regulatory approval across EU and MENA. Pharmanovia CEO, James Burt commented: "Pharmanovia and Aquestive are aligned in our mission to find new and innovative ways to enhance and revitalise iconic medicines. We have extensive experience with diazepam through the Valium brand and, together with Aquestive's unique PharmFilm technology, we're intending to bring a novel alternative diazepam delivery option to caregivers and patients at a time of critical need."
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Illegal prescription tablets :240,000 tablets seized - 0 views

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    Authorities in Northern Ireland have seized more than 242,000 unlicensed prescription tablets purchased online and destined for addresses throughout NI. The medicines seized include Diazepam, used for anti-anxiety treatment, Pregabalin, used for epilepsy and anxiety, steroids and Zopiclone. Other prescription medicines recovered included Tamoxifen, often used in the treatment of breast cancer and Salbutamol inhalers, frequently used in the treatment of asthma. "Co-operation between law enforcement agencies and government departments has led to the seizure of over 242,000 illegal and unlicensed tablets purchased online and destined for addresses throughout Northern Ireland," justice minister Naomi Long was reported as saying. The minister, together with health minister Robin Swann and assistant chief constable Mark McEwan PSNI were highlighting Northern Ireland's input to the global, Interpol co-ordinated Operation Pangea XV, which saw multiple packages of tablets intercepted and seized, with a street value of almost £250,000. She praised the concerted efforts made by PSNI, Border Force and officials from the Department of Health Medicines Regulatory Group during a specific week of action in June.
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Eczema in children : Don't underestimate it - 0 views

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    Eczema (atopic dermatitis), which affects up to 20 per cent of children, is one of the most common conditions pharmacists encounter, but don't underestimate eczema. Generalised eczema may compromise health-related quality of life (HRQoL) more than several other chronic diseases, including asthma, epilepsy and diabetes. Despite the impact on HRQoL, underuse of moisturisers and topical corticosteroids often leaves childhood eczema poorly controlled. UK researchers recently reported that several factors contribute to the underuse of moisturisers and topical corticosteroids in children with eczema. For instance, most of the 30 parents and carers interviewed felt that they had received little information about eczema. The lack of understanding may help explain why some parents and carers expressed concerns, such as the risk of skin thinning, about topical corticosteroids. Some were not convinced that moisturisers (strictly, an emollient is an ingredient of a moisturiser) reduced itch and maintained control of eczema. Some felt that moisturisers' efficacy declined over time. Parents and carers also admitted to "incomplete knowledge and skills" about managing eczema (such as whether they should apply moisturisers regularly) and reluctance to manage eczema in collaboration with their child. Parents and carers wanted advice about using treatments and explanations of moisturisers' and topical corticosteroids' mechanisms of action. The authors note that healthcare professionals could help identify and address gaps in knowledge.
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Health Guide: 5 Caution Sings And Symptoms Of Osteoporosis To Know! - 0 views

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    How will you justify yourself that your bones are healthy or not?Nothing, but only "Bone Density Test". This test is the best way to look inside the bone, but we rarely get this test after menopause. ...
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