CytRx commences PROACT Phase 2 clinical trial of bafetinib for advanced prostate cancer

CytRx Corporation, a biopharmaceutical company specializing in oncology, today announced initiation of the PROstate Advanced Cancer Treatment (PROACT) Phase 2 proof-of-concept clinical trial to evaluate the efficacy and safety of bafetinib in patients with advanced prostate cancer.

Fitness calendar

Submit entries at least two weeks in advance to Fitness Calendar, P.O. Box 2090, Asheville, NC 28802, e-mail to melmoore@CITIZEN-TIMES.com or fax to 251-0585.

Surgeon faces new job with smile

Dr. Michele Zormeier wants to change the face of the community. The facial cosmetic surgeon and hormone replacement therapist offers an array of procedures and products that she claims will make patients look better and feel better.

Health happenings

Looking for a certain support group or workshop? Check out our local roundup of everything from health screenings to child car seats.

CWB reports record financial results

Canadian Western Bank today announced very strong financial performance marking the Bank's 89th consecutive profitable quarter. Third quarter net income increased 62% to $46.6 million compared to the same quarter last year while diluted earnings per common share increased 55% to $0.59.

Spit Your Stress Away

Forget biting your nails: if you’re feeling some anxiety, try spitting. We thought the eyes were the window to our soul, but maybe it’s really our tongue. A recent review of eight studies examined scientists’ use of saliva to read stress levels. Saliva contains cortisol, a hormone that kicks in when the body is under strain to increase both blood sugar and pressure, while simultaneously saving ...

Parents Can Serve Up an Ace by Being Aware of Preventable Tennis Injuries for Junior Players

With more than 27 million players, tennis continues to be one of America’s fastest growing sports with participation having increased by more than 43 percent since 2000.