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Transcept Pharmaceuticals Presents Data From Studies Of Two Product Candidates At Annual Meeting Of The American Psychiatric Association
Transcept Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: TSPT), a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of proprietary products that address important therapeutic needs in the field of neuroscience, announced today the presentation of two posters at the 2009 annual meeting of the American Psychiatric Association in San Francisco, California.
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First Minister Announces Funding For Second Phase Of Life Sciences Institute, Wales
First Minister Rhodri Morgan announced (date) that almost ÷£30 million of funding has been secured for phase two of the Institute of Life Science at Swansea University, with the promise of up to 650 jobs.
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PIH Founder Farmer Discussing Possible Appointment To Coordinate U.S. Global Health Initiatives, Boston Globe Reports
Paul Farmer -- founder of Partners in Health and vice chair of the Department of Global Health and Social Medicine at Harvard Medical School -- said he is in discussions with the State Department about a possible Obama administration appointment to coordinate U.S. global health initiatives, the Boston Globe reports. Farmer made the announcement Monday during a meeting with HMS faculty. Farmer said that he has not decided whether he will accept the appointment if he receives a formal offer but that he is considering it, according to the Globe. The Globe reports that it was unable to confirm whether Farmer is being considered for a full-time policy position or for an advisory role or if the appointment would be a new or existing position. Several top positions at USAID -- including administrator, deputy administrator and the assistant administrator in charge of global health are vacant, the Globe reports. These positions are presidential appointments and would require Senate confirmation. In addition, Farmer could be discussing health policy positions with the State Department. Farmer did not respond for requests seeking comment. PIH and HMS also declined comment. A spokesperson at the State Department would not discuss personnel discussions that are in progress or possible new positions. Laurie Garrett, a global health policy specialist at the Council on Foreign Relations, said the administration"s announcement last week of a $63 billion, six-year initiative that aims to address HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria and other illnesses could allow new appointees the opportunity to make a significant impact in U.S. global health policy. Garrett, who has known Farmer for several years, added that she would be surprised if he is considering a government position in part because of his extensive involvement with PIH (Smith, Boston Globe, 5/15).
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New Laws Boost Immunization Practices

As a parent, you may know if your child"s shots are current. But what about yourself? Do you know when you had your last tetanus shot, or any other shots for that matter? A new Texas law will help adults better track their and their children"s vaccinations. Sen. Jane Nelson (R-Lewisville) pushed for legislation this session to track vaccinations throughout a person"s lifetime. She also advocated for new laws to help Texas respond to the immunization needs of its citizens during an emergency or disaster. "These new laws are important to keep Texans healthy and prevent the spread of serious and often deadly diseases," said Jeffrey L. Levin, MD, MSPH, chair of the Texas Medical Association (TMA) Council on Public Health. "The recent swine flu outbreak reminded us just how important vaccinations are for both children and adults," added the Tyler physician. Gov. Rick Perry already has signed both of these measures into law. Senate Bill 346 makes ImmTrac, Texas" free immunization registry, a lifespan registry. Now when a child becomes an adult, his or her vaccination records can be maintained in the state"s registry. Prior to this legislation, immunization records could only be kept for children up to age 18. SB 347 allows Texas to exchange vaccination information with other states during declared disasters. This is especially important when residents are relocated to other states in emergencies, such as when New Orleans residents came to Texas during Hurricane Katrina. Doctors say having access to each patient"s vaccination status saves time and is more cost-efficient, especially during an outbreak of a vaccine-preventable disease such as pertussis. Texas has seen pertussis outbreaks in some communities. Tracking vaccines also helps to ensure patients only get the shots they need. TMA physicians applaud the Texas Legislature for these steps to improve the health of Texas residents. "These advances in tracking vaccinations will help us take better care of Texans throughout their lives - and when disaster strikes," said Dr. Levin. These laws are a win-win for the people of Texas and for the physicians who treat them." TMA is actively involved in improving immunization practices in Texas through its Be Wise - ImmunizeSM program. The program works to educate physicians and the public about the latest vaccination practices. Since the program began in 2004, more than 127,000 vaccinations have been given to Texas children. TMA is the largest state medical society in the nation, representing nearly 44,000 physician and medical student members. It is located in Austin and has 120 component county medical societies around the state. TMA"s key objective since 1853 is to improve the health of all Texans. Texas Medical Association


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