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FDA Approves Qualified Health Claim for Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Omega-3 fatty acids just received a stamp of approval from FDA for their ability to reduce the risk of hypertension and heart disease. The agency approved a qualified-health claim for Omega 3 fatty acids
Today’s Practitioner Congratulates Joshua Mansour, MD in “40 Under 40” Cancer Award
We are honored to congratulate Today’s Practitioner contributor Joshua Mansour, M.D., who was named one of forty of the nation’s most promising young oncology professionals and recognized during the 2nd annual ‘40 Under 40
International Cannabinoid Research Society (ICRS) Names Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research Its Official Journal
New Rochelle, NY, May 7, 2019—Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research (CCR) is extremely excited to announce that the International Cannabinoid Research Society (ICRS) has named CCR its Official Journal. The ICRS is a foremost international
Biotics Research Corporation, Newest GOED Member
Recently, Biotics Research became the first professional supplement brand in the United States to join the ranks of GOED membership. Formed in 2007, GOED, the Global Organization of EPA and DHA Omega-3s, is comprised
Integrative Healthcare Goes to Washington with the Congressional Integrative Health and Wellness Caucus
Capitol Hill Legislators and Staffers Get a Hands-On Introduction to Integrative Medicine WASHINGTON DC – On March 6, 2019, the second annual Congressional Integrative Health and Wellness Caucus, co-led by Rep. Judy Chu (D-CA),
FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, M.D. on Public Hearing for Cannabis-containing and Cannabis-derived Products
Statement from FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, M.D., on new steps to advance agency’s continued evaluation of potential regulatory pathways for cannabis-containing and cannabis-derived products In recent years, we’ve seen a growing interest in the
Ned Sharpless, MD, from National Cancer Institute (NCI), is Acting Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration
The White House recently announced its intention to appoint Dr. Ned Sharpless, current director of the National Cancer Institute (NCI), as acting commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Dr. Doug Lowy, current
FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb MD Stepping Down
In a surprise announcement, Food and Drug Commissioner Scott Gottlieb MD announced his planned resignation this week, to go into effect in April. Gottlieb became known for his tough stance on tobacco and e-cigarettes
Exclusive Interview with Dr. Paul Anderson: The FDA and the Fate of Compounded Medicines
The following is an excerpt of interview with Paul Anderson, ND on the FDA’s recent stance on compounded medicine as published in the Journal of Restorative Medicine, Volume 8, Number 1, 4 January 2019,
Academy of Integrative Pain Management Makes Painful Decision to Cease Operations
Lenexa, KS, January 29, 2019 – After thirty years as the nation’s leading voice for integrative pain management, the Academy of Integrative Pain Management (AIPM) will cease operations and solicit members’ permission to dissolve
Congressional Reps. Judy Chu and Jackie Walorski to Lead Bipartisan Congressional Integrative Health and Wellness Caucus
WASHINGTON, D.C., January 29, 2019– The bipartisan Congressional Integrative Health and Wellness Caucus has been registered with two new co-chairs at the helm for the 116th Congress. Representative Judy Chu (CA-21st) will serve as
ACT NOW! IHPC Call to Comment on HHS Pain Management Best Practices Inter-Agency Task Force
Want your voice heard about integrative pain management? The Pain Management Best Practices Interagency Task Force issued its draft report in late Dec. 2018. The comment period is open for the next 90 days,
Effectiveness of Prescription CBD for Epilepsy May Wane in a Quarter of Patients
Approximately 25 percent of drug-resistant epilepsy patients taking cannabidiol (CBD) developed a tolerance to the treatment, researchers said at the American Epilepsy Society annual meeting taking place Nov.30 – Dec. 4, 2018. The findings
Two Myth Busting Studies: Health Risks of Sitting & the Benefits of Short-Burst High Intensity Exercise
In recent years, every major news outlet, and even medical journals, reported that the health risks of sitting at a desk for 8 hours were equal to smoking. It was a bold statement. The
Special Report: Dramatic Progress in Integrative Care for Veterans
Veterans Day is coming up, which drew our attention to some very encouraging and heart-warming studies on integrative care for veterans, published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. We feature excerpts of
FDA Approves Qualified Health Claim for Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Omega-3 fatty acids just received a stamp of approval from FDA for their ability to reduce the risk of hypertension and heart disease. The agency approved a qualified-health claim for Omega 3 fatty acids
Today’s Practitioner Congratulates Joshua Mansour, MD in “40 Under 40” Cancer Award
We are honored to congratulate Today’s Practitioner contributor Joshua Mansour, M.D., who was named one of forty of the nation’s most promising young oncology professionals and recognized during the 2nd annual ‘40 Under 40
International Cannabinoid Research Society (ICRS) Names Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research Its Official Journal
New Rochelle, NY, May 7, 2019—Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research (CCR) is extremely excited to announce that the International Cannabinoid Research Society (ICRS) has named CCR its Official Journal. The ICRS is a foremost international
Biotics Research Corporation, Newest GOED Member
Recently, Biotics Research became the first professional supplement brand in the United States to join the ranks of GOED membership. Formed in 2007, GOED, the Global Organization of EPA and DHA Omega-3s, is comprised
Integrative Healthcare Goes to Washington with the Congressional Integrative Health and Wellness Caucus
Capitol Hill Legislators and Staffers Get a Hands-On Introduction to Integrative Medicine WASHINGTON DC – On March 6, 2019, the second annual Congressional Integrative Health and Wellness Caucus, co-led by Rep. Judy Chu (D-CA),
FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, M.D. on Public Hearing for Cannabis-containing and Cannabis-derived Products
Statement from FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, M.D., on new steps to advance agency’s continued evaluation of potential regulatory pathways for cannabis-containing and cannabis-derived products In recent years, we’ve seen a growing interest in the
Ned Sharpless, MD, from National Cancer Institute (NCI), is Acting Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration
The White House recently announced its intention to appoint Dr. Ned Sharpless, current director of the National Cancer Institute (NCI), as acting commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Dr. Doug Lowy, current
FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb MD Stepping Down
In a surprise announcement, Food and Drug Commissioner Scott Gottlieb MD announced his planned resignation this week, to go into effect in April. Gottlieb became known for his tough stance on tobacco and e-cigarettes
Exclusive Interview with Dr. Paul Anderson: The FDA and the Fate of Compounded Medicines
The following is an excerpt of interview with Paul Anderson, ND on the FDA’s recent stance on compounded medicine as published in the Journal of Restorative Medicine, Volume 8, Number 1, 4 January 2019,
Academy of Integrative Pain Management Makes Painful Decision to Cease Operations
Lenexa, KS, January 29, 2019 – After thirty years as the nation’s leading voice for integrative pain management, the Academy of Integrative Pain Management (AIPM) will cease operations and solicit members’ permission to dissolve
Congressional Reps. Judy Chu and Jackie Walorski to Lead Bipartisan Congressional Integrative Health and Wellness Caucus
WASHINGTON, D.C., January 29, 2019– The bipartisan Congressional Integrative Health and Wellness Caucus has been registered with two new co-chairs at the helm for the 116th Congress. Representative Judy Chu (CA-21st) will serve as
ACT NOW! IHPC Call to Comment on HHS Pain Management Best Practices Inter-Agency Task Force
Want your voice heard about integrative pain management? The Pain Management Best Practices Interagency Task Force issued its draft report in late Dec. 2018. The comment period is open for the next 90 days,
Effectiveness of Prescription CBD for Epilepsy May Wane in a Quarter of Patients
Approximately 25 percent of drug-resistant epilepsy patients taking cannabidiol (CBD) developed a tolerance to the treatment, researchers said at the American Epilepsy Society annual meeting taking place Nov.30 – Dec. 4, 2018. The findings
Two Myth Busting Studies: Health Risks of Sitting & the Benefits of Short-Burst High Intensity Exercise
In recent years, every major news outlet, and even medical journals, reported that the health risks of sitting at a desk for 8 hours were equal to smoking. It was a bold statement. The
Special Report: Dramatic Progress in Integrative Care for Veterans
Veterans Day is coming up, which drew our attention to some very encouraging and heart-warming studies on integrative care for veterans, published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. We feature excerpts of
