Website Keeps Track of Promising Drugs and TreatmentsJune 7, 2002 The Web site New Medicines, New Hopes has the latest news on new treatments being developed by US drug companies. The site is managed by the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America, which represents the country's leading research-based pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. Users can search for treatments by disease, medicine or symptoms. The site tracks drug trials from scores of companies for diseases such as cancer, AIDS, depression and Alzheimer's. It also includes feature stories about patients and links to support groups and organizations that offer resources for those coping with disease. Visit www.newmedicines.org for more information.
Adapted from:Back to other CDC news for June 7, 2002 Detroit Free Press 06.02.02 This article was provided by U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It is a part of the publication CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update. |