Article: New Research Could Lead to Potential Treatment for Avian Flu; Head Researcher Available for Comment on Hong Kong Influenza Research, SARS, Avian Flu and How They Are Connected.

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Feb. 4 /PRNewswire/ -- With the re-emergence of SARS and another outbreak of Avian Flu in Asia, many government officials are concerned the outbreaks will increase and a new epidemic will emerge. In response to this threat, ImmuneRegen BioSciences, a wholly owned subsidiary of IR Biosciences Holdings, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: IRBH) , recently completed testing on the Hong Kong influenza virus, which is similar to that of SARS and the Avian Flu. Company executives believe this research may indicate efficacy of their proprietary compound, Homspera, in treating the Hong Kong respiratory virus in mice. Additionally, Company executives believe these test ...

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