Much has been written about the ability of both medications and individual genetics to affect how people metabolize drugs. But did you know things like herbal supplements, smoking cigarettes and…
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The year 2014 ended on a positive note for Genelex, with multiple publications bestowing the company with six awards or accolades for business growth and technological advancement. In November, Inc. magazine included…
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Primary care physicians are in a prime position to advance the continued implementation of pharmacogenetic testing to improve patient care, according to a review article in the journal Primary Care…
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Nearly 40,000 health care technology executives, physicians and policymakers are expected to descend upon Chicago in April for the HIMSS annual conference and exhibition. The Healthcare Information and Management Systems…
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February is a time to keep hearts on the mind: both with Valentine’s Day on Feb. 14 and the entire 28 days being recognized as American Heart Month. According to…
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Health care providers may find reason to celebrate after a recent announcement by the agency that oversees the federal Meaningful Use requirements. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)…
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A 48-year man came to his cardiologist for an unscheduled visit complaining of worsening muscle pain and weakness in his arms and legs. He was finding it hard to exercise…
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A recent Mayo Clinic study has found that clinical recommendations discouraging the use of CYP2D6 genetic testing to advise tamoxifen treatment in women with breast cancer should be reconsidered because…
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By Josh Schwartz Each year the President of the United States goes before Congress to present a report on the State of the Union. The range of topics covered in…
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One of the most serious health concerns for the elderly seems to be becoming more common. A recent study out of the University of Michigan has found that self-reported falls…
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