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New prognostic tool accurately predicts recurrence of parathyroid cancer

A newly-created prognostic tool reliably predicts the recurrence of parathyroid cancer, enabling physicians to identify patients at the highest risk.

28 Apr 2017

Experts defy exclusion of acupuncture in two British governmental guidelines

Even as news in the United States recently highlighted the growing inclusion of acupuncture and other complementary and integrative medicine therapies in guidelines for multiple pain conditions, the exclusion of acupuncture in two British governmental guidelines is challenged in a paper and a commentary that are presently available free on The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine website until May 29, 2017.

28 Apr 2017

Scientists write medical rulebook to help astronauts stay fit and healthy during long space trips

With Cassini making final preparations to penetrate Saturn's rings, and renewed interest in colonising the Moon and sending people to Mars, space flight and exploration are experiencing a level of interest not seen since the Apollo missions to the Moon in the late 60's and 70's, and the space shuttle programme of the 80's.

28 Apr 2017

AMA urges congress to maintain fair healthcare insurance for all

The chief executive of the American Medical Association (AMA) writes to Congress urging them to vote against the proposed amendments to the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA). It is his belief that the MacArthur Amendment does not protect the provision of affordable healthcare to all Americans, the primary goal of the ACA.

28 Apr 2017

Pregnancy does not have adverse effect on prognosis of melanoma in expectant mothers

Expectant mothers need not be concerned that they are more prone to develop melanoma, or will have a worse prognosis if they do get this serious skin cancer, than women who are not pregnant, according to study results published online as an "article in press" on the Journal of the American College of Surgeons website ahead of print publication.

27 Apr 2017

Hair-derived keratin biomaterials show promise to regenerate skeletal muscle tissue and function

The use of human hair-derived keratin biomaterials to regenerate skeletal muscle has shown promise in new research that documents significant increases in both new muscle tissue formation and muscle function among mouse models of volumetric muscle loss.

27 Apr 2017

Systematic review reveals beneficial effects of yoga on menstrual disorders

A systematic review of the published literature on yoga practice and common menstrual disorders found that all of the studies evaluated reported a beneficial effect and reduced symptoms.

27 Apr 2017

Maternal grandmother’s smoking in pregnancy increases risk of ASD in grandchildren

Scientists from the University of Bristol have looked at all 14,500 participants in Children of the 90s and found that if a girl's maternal grandmother smoked during pregnancy, the girl is 67% more likely to display certain traits linked to autism, such as poor social communication skills and repetitive behaviors.

27 Apr 2017

UVA honored again as one of 69 NCI-designated cancer centers

University of Virginia Cancer Center has again been honored as one of just 69 National Cancer Institute-designated cancer centers for its work researching new and better cancer treatments.

26 Apr 2017

Are your bowel symptoms serious?

Very common – most of us will experience bowel symptoms from time to time, but usually the symptoms last only a few days. You should see your GP if they persist for more than three weeks (sooner if they are severe) or if your symptoms keep coming back.

24 Apr 2017

Assuring Medical Equipment Reliability; The Role of Medical Connectors

Our medical connectors are used on a variety of medical devices. Here in the U.S. medical devices are approved by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) and classified into three risk categories, classes I, II and III.

From Stäubli 21 Apr 2017

Resources and information that can help patients to navigate the tough road of asthma

If you suffer from asthma, you may think you're "on your own" when it comes to figuring out how to control symptoms and triggers. You might not realize there are resources and information available to help you navigate the tough road of asthma.

21 Apr 2017

Study finds outpatient laparoscopic appendectomy to be safe, viable in public county hospital

Laparoscopic surgical procedures have many benefits over traditional open operations, like decreased length of stay at the hospital, less postoperative pain for patients, and earlier resumption of an oral diet.

19 Apr 2017

NCCN Radiation Therapy Compendium adds nine new clinical practice guidelines in oncology

The National Comprehensive Cancer Network continues to build its NCCN Radiation Therapy Compendium with the publication of radiation therapy (RT) recommendations from an additional nine NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology

19 Apr 2017

Study shows moderate-severe hot flashes as risk factor for depression

A new study of more than 2,000 perimenopausal and menopausal women showed that moderate-severe vasomotor symptoms (hot flashes or night sweats) were an independent and significant risk factor for moderate-severe depression.

19 Apr 2017

Olympus receives prestigious iF awards for smart microscope designs

Globally renowned as a symbol of design excellence, the iF design awards celebrate the best in user-focused, ergonomic and efficient design.

From Evident Corporation - Life Sciences 19 Apr 2017

Researchers develop prognostic tool that predicts risk of kidney failure in diabetes patients

Researchers from Joslin Diabetes Center have developed a prognostic tool that accurately predicts the risk of end stage renal disease (ESRD) in patients with both type 1 and type 2 diabetes.

18 Apr 2017

New Virtual Microscopy Database helps educators and students zoom into the human body

A medical student in Michigan. A nursing student in Ghana. An anatomy professor in Brazil. A researcher in Australia. All need to learn -- or teach -- about the human body at the most basic level.

18 Apr 2017

New online genetic study aims to enroll 50,000 individuals and families affected by autism

Autism has a strong genetic component. To date, approximately 50 genes have been identified that almost certainly play a role in autism, and researchers estimate that at least an additional 300 are involved.

17 Apr 2017

Novo Nordisk introduces new web-based portal that helps patients track their hemophilia treatment

Novo Nordisk today announced the availability of HemaGo™ XChange, a web-based portal that allows people with hemophilia to connect their circle of care to their treatment and bleed information, promoting collaboration and discussion regarding the management of their bleeding disorder.

From Novo Nordisk 13 Apr 2017

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New prognostic tool accurately predicts recurrence of parathyroid cancer

Experts defy exclusion of acupuncture in two British governmental guidelines

Scientists write medical rulebook to help astronauts stay fit and healthy during long space trips

AMA urges congress to maintain fair healthcare insurance for all

Pregnancy does not have adverse effect on prognosis of melanoma in expectant mothers

Hair-derived keratin biomaterials show promise to regenerate skeletal muscle tissue and function

Systematic review reveals beneficial effects of yoga on menstrual disorders

Maternal grandmother’s smoking in pregnancy increases risk of ASD in grandchildren

UVA honored again as one of 69 NCI-designated cancer centers

Are your bowel symptoms serious?

Assuring Medical Equipment Reliability; The Role of Medical Connectors

Resources and information that can help patients to navigate the tough road of asthma

Study finds outpatient laparoscopic appendectomy to be safe, viable in public county hospital

NCCN Radiation Therapy Compendium adds nine new clinical practice guidelines in oncology

Study shows moderate-severe hot flashes as risk factor for depression

Olympus receives prestigious iF awards for smart microscope designs

Researchers develop prognostic tool that predicts risk of kidney failure in diabetes patients

New Virtual Microscopy Database helps educators and students zoom into the human body

New online genetic study aims to enroll 50,000 individuals and families affected by autism

Novo Nordisk introduces new web-based portal that helps patients track their hemophilia treatment

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