AUSTIN, Texas, June 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Biophysical Corporation is releasing biomarker data that sheds light on some of America's most significant current health trends. To compile the data, Biophysical aggregated the anonymous individual results from more than 1,000 of its health assessments, the Biophysical250 and the BiophysicalYou.
Biophysical's health assessments simultaneously evaluate an individual's blood for specific biomarkers that aid in the earliest detection of the most common diseases and conditions in the population. Health trend data was evaluated for the following diseases and medical conditions: cardiovascular disease, certain types of cancer, metabolic disorders, autoimmune disease, viral and bacterial diseases, hormonal imbalance and nutritional status.
On May 21, 2008, Biophysical invited several leading physicians to discuss the data and the implications it has on Americans. The physicians included: Dr. Michael Roizen, Cleveland Clinic's chief wellness officer and co-founder of RealAge, and co-author of You: Staying Young, Dr. Mark Liponis, corporate medical director of Canyon Ranch and co-author of the bestselling book, UltraPrevention and author of UltraLongevity, Dr. Rick Lyons, oncologist and professor at the University of New Mexico Department of Internal Medicine, Dr. Miles Varn, chief medical officer of PinnacleCare and Dr. Ralph McDade, strategic development officer for Rules-Based Medicine.
The physicians discussed 10 of the most significant data points that Americans need to know about their health. Five of the ten data points include:
For all of the health trend data, please visit http://www.HealthTrendData.com or contact Kerri Moran at kmoran@biophysicalcorp.com or 512.623.4924.
Biophysical offers the most comprehensive and advanced assessments of personal health ever developed, Biophysical250, BiophysicalYou, and the BiophysicalCheck Corporate Program. Through the analysis of proven blood-based biomarkers, individuals are able to get the clearest picture of their health and in turn can work with their physicians on a customized plan of care.
About Biophysical Corporation
Biophysical Corporation is a private, Austin, Texas-based company dedicated to advancing clinical knowledge and quality of life for its clients. Formed in 2004, the company offers Biophysical250, the most comprehensive and advanced assessment of personal health ever developed. Through the innovative analysis of blood-based biomarkers, Biophysical250 may indicate the presence or risk of cancer, cardiovascular disease and other health risks often before symptoms appear. The company's management and advisory board includes internationally renowned physicians and scientists who are leaders in the field of biomarker research. More information about the company and Biophysical250 is available at http://www.biophysicalcorp.com or by calling 800.532.7092.
Biophysical is a registered trademark of Biophysical Corporation. Biophysical250 and BiophysicalCheck are trademarks of Biophysical Corporation.
Biophysical health assessments are designed to help identify early signs of potential health risks. These assessments do not look for all diseases or health conditions. Biophysical health assessments are not substitutes for a full medical examination by your physician. Biophysical health assessment results do not constitute a medical opinion or advice. These test results are not medical care, treatment, a treatment recommendation or a diagnosis. No employee of Biophysical will provide individuals who purchase a Biophysical health assessment with a diagnosis of any disease or health condition or any advice regarding follow-up. Biophysical will not recommend any specific follow-up, further evaluation, therapy or treatment based on Biophysical health assessment results.
Communication with medical professionals employed by Biophysical Corporation about Biophysical health assessments or the results of these assessments do not establish a physician-patient relationship. Biophysical health assessment results within the normal range do not mean that a disease or health condition is not present. Test results outside the normal range do not mean that a disease or health condition is present. Test results may vary if repeated, or change over time. Biophysical health assessment results should be assessed in conjunction with each other, the results of other tests, the medical history and other relevant information. Biophysical health assessment programs have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration for diagnostic or clinical use.
CONTACT: Kerri Moran of Biophysical Corporation, +1-512-623-4924,
kmoran@biophysicalcorp.com
Web site: http://www.biophysicalcorp.com/
http://www.HealthTrendData.com/
