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Sprycel (dasatinib) Tablets Now Approved in Combination with Chemotherapy in Certain Pediatric Patients with Philadelphia Chromosome-Positive Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia

Print this page PRINCETON, N.J.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Bristol-Myers Squibb Company (NYSE:BMY) today announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has expanded the indication for Sprycel ® (dasatinib) tablets to include the treatment of pediatric patients one year of age and older with newly diagnosed Philadelphia chromosome-positive (Ph+) acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in combination with chemotherapy.1 Sprycel… Read More »

Pediatric leukemia 'super drug' could be developed in the coming years

Northwestern Medicine scientists have discovered two successful therapies that slowed the progression of pediatric leukemia in mice, according to three studies published over the last two years in the journal Cell, and the final paper published Dec. 20 in Genes & Development. When a key protein responsible for leukemia, MLL, is stabilized, it slows the… Read More »

Pediatric Anxiety Disorder

by The Glasgow School of Art Anxiety refers to apprehension, distress, and worry that may result from life experiences or anticipation of future events and experiences.  Anxiety becomes a disorder when it reaches pathological levels and interferes with a person’s daily life. General anxiety disorder (GAD) involves excessive worrying that does not focus on a… Read More »

Comprehensive Sleep Wellness Center Discusses Pediatric Sleep Apnea

The American Academy of Sleep says, “Good nighttime sleep at a very early age may help kick-start cognitive development and give kids a leg-up in school. The amount of nighttime sleep – not daytime naps – is the key component to advanced executive function in children.” Apnea is a broad term which encompasses breathing disturbances.… Read More »

EMI Pediatric Aneroid Sphygmomanometer Blood Pressure Monitor with CHILD Sized Cuff and Carrying Case EBC-215

The Elite Medical Instruments EMI Child sized Aneroid Sphygmomanometer (EBC-215) comes with a Child Sized Nylon Cuff with Index and Range markings, gauge holder, artery indicator label with standard inflation bulb, precision momanometer gauge and, vinyl zippered carrying case. Sized for pediatric use. Limited Manufacturer’s warranty from Elite Medical Instruments Model # EBC-215 Complete BP… Read More »