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NYU hospital loses power and evacuates 215 patients during storm

Industry officials described the failure of the backup generator at the Manhattan medical center as an unusual incident, not a warning of systemic flaws in hospital preparedness plans.

1 Nov 2012

Scientists solve mystery behind what triggers the herpes virus to become active again

The mere mention of the word "herpes" usually conjures negative images and stereotypes, but most people have been infected with some form of the virus. For most, a sore appears, heals and is forgotten, although the virus remains latent just waiting for the right circumstances to come back. Now, the mystery behind what triggers the virus to become active again is closer to being solved thanks to new research published in the Journal of Leukocyte Biology's November 2012 issue.

1 Nov 2012

Study explores incidence of UK women having Multiple Repeat Caesarean Sections

The risk of maternal complications and preterm deliveries is significantly higher for women undergoing their fifth or more caesarean section, finds a new study published today (31 October) in BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology.

31 Oct 2012

Neuraxial anesthesia should be promoted for bilateral total knee replacements: HSS

Using regional anesthesia rather than general anesthesia reduces the need for blood transfusions in patients undergoing bilateral total knee replacement, according to a new study by researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery, in New York City.

29 Oct 2012

Older patients with COPD at increased risk for carotid artery plaque formation: Study

Older patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease are at increased risk for carotid artery plaque formation and for the presence of vulnerable plaques with a lipid core, according to a new study from researchers in the Netherlands.

29 Oct 2012

Longer looks: Controversial raffle for IVF treatment; New role for community health workers; Romney, health care and the free market

"That's right, one lucky woman will win the ultimate chance at starting or building her family," said a contest announcement issued in April by Long Island I.V.F., a clinic in Melville that offers in vitro fertilization to women who are having difficulty conceiving. Contestants were asked to submit "the most emotional or entertaining essays and homemade amateur videos" explaining why they wanted a free round of I.V.F.

26 Oct 2012

Survey identifies factors that could affect future workforce supply of anesthesiologists

A large, first-of-its-kind national survey of older anesthesiologists has gathered important data that could be used by physicians and their employers to prepare for an expected undersupply of anesthesiologists in the near future.

25 Oct 2012

AACN selects 7 North Carolina hospitals for nurse leadership and innovation training program

The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) has selected seven hospitals in central North Carolina to participate in its new hospital-based nurse leadership and innovation training program.

25 Oct 2012

Simple-to-use risk score can identify low-risk STEMI patients for early discharge

A simple-to-use risk score can identify low-risk patients following a severe heart attack (STEMI) and may provide an opportunity to employ early discharge strategies to reduce length of hospital stay and save hospital costs without compromising the safety of the patient, based on a study presented by the Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation on Oct. 23 at the 2012 Transcatheter Cardiovascular Therapeutics (TCT) conference.

24 Oct 2012

ZOLL Medical announces new Tokyo-based subsidiary

ZOLL Medical Corporation, a manufacturer of medical devices and related software solutions and a wholly owned U.S. subsidiary of Asahi Kasei, has established Asahi Kasei ZOLL Medical Corporation (AZM) as its Japanese subsidiary effective November 5.

24 Oct 2012

Intensive glycemic control does not reduce mortality in neurocritical care patients

A new study in BioMed Central's open access journal Critical Care suggests that intensive glycemic control does not reduce mortality in neurocritical care patients and could, in fact, lead to more neurological damage. Complicating the picture, poor glucose control also leads to worse recovery and should be avoided.

22 Oct 2012

Critical care ultrasound training program could help improve knowledge and skills of physician trainees

A dedicated critical care ultrasound (CCUS) training program could help improve physician trainees' knowledge and skills at the bedside.

22 Oct 2012

Chloride-restrictive intravenous strategy may decrease incidence of AKI among critically ill patients

In a pilot study assessing the effect of different levels of chloride in intravenous fluids administered to critically ill patients in an intensive care unit, restricting the amount of chloride administration was associated with a significant decrease in the incidence of acute kidney injury and the use of renal replacement therapy, according to a study in the October 17 issue of JAMA.

17 Oct 2012

Robert Wood Johnson Foundation announces winners of 2012 Community Health Leaders Award

The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation is proud to announce today the recipients of its 2012 Community Health Leaders Award, honoring 10 individuals who have surmounted significant challenges to help improve health and health care in their communities.

17 Oct 2012

Philips to showcase advancements that allow patients to sleep and breathe easier at Medtrade 2012

Philips Respironics, a unit of Royal Philips Electronics, today at Medtrade 2012 showcases advancements that allow patients to sleep and breathe easier, demonstrating its commitment to improving the quality of life of those who suffer from chronic sleep and respiratory conditions.

17 Oct 2012

Early pollution exposure has long-lasting respiratory effects

Exposure to traffic-related pollution during the first year of life continues to affect lung function at age 8 years, show the results of a Swedish study.

16 Oct 2012

Current status, challenges and opportunities of pulmonary vaccine delivery

In addition to the obvious benefit of eliminating the need for an injection, new vaccine delivery methods via the lungs offer particular advantages for protecting against infectious agents that enter the body through the respiratory track.

16 Oct 2012

AIUM to host Ultrasound First Forum on Nov. 12

The American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) will host an Ultrasound First Forum on November 12, 2012, in New York, New York. The forum will address the expanding role of ultrasound imaging as a "first" imaging examination and will be devoted to encouraging the use of ultrasound as a safe, effective, and affordable alternative to other diagnostic imaging modalities where scientific evidence supports its appropriateness.

12 Oct 2012

Early exposure to traffic-related air pollution affects respiratory health in children

Exposure to ambient air pollution from traffic during infancy is associated with lung function deficits in children up to eight years of age, particularly among children sensitized to common allergens, according to a new study.

12 Oct 2012

Recommendations in pediatric palliative care

The future of pediatric and perinatal palliative care should include accepting parents’ need for proximity to the child, combining the strategies of palliative and intensive care physicians, improving healthcare providers’ listening skills, and involving multiple disciplines, recommend researchers.

11 Oct 2012

Critical Care News and Research

NYU hospital loses power and evacuates 215 patients during storm

Scientists solve mystery behind what triggers the herpes virus to become active again

Study explores incidence of UK women having Multiple Repeat Caesarean Sections

Neuraxial anesthesia should be promoted for bilateral total knee replacements: HSS

Older patients with COPD at increased risk for carotid artery plaque formation: Study

Longer looks: Controversial raffle for IVF treatment; New role for community health workers; Romney, health care and the free market

Survey identifies factors that could affect future workforce supply of anesthesiologists

AACN selects 7 North Carolina hospitals for nurse leadership and innovation training program

Simple-to-use risk score can identify low-risk STEMI patients for early discharge

ZOLL Medical announces new Tokyo-based subsidiary

Intensive glycemic control does not reduce mortality in neurocritical care patients

Critical care ultrasound training program could help improve knowledge and skills of physician trainees

Chloride-restrictive intravenous strategy may decrease incidence of AKI among critically ill patients

Robert Wood Johnson Foundation announces winners of 2012 Community Health Leaders Award

Philips to showcase advancements that allow patients to sleep and breathe easier at Medtrade 2012

Early pollution exposure has long-lasting respiratory effects

Current status, challenges and opportunities of pulmonary vaccine delivery

AIUM to host Ultrasound First Forum on Nov. 12

Early exposure to traffic-related air pollution affects respiratory health in children

Recommendations in pediatric palliative care

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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