SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Jan. 23, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- Hana Biosciences (Nasdaq:HNAB), a biopharmaceutical company focused on strengthening the foundation of cancer care, today announced the promotion of Christopher Salentine, Ph.D. to Vice President, Manufacturing. The company also announced the departure of Fred Vitale, Vice President and Chief Business Officer.