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Heart failure patients receiving LVAD may benefit from injection of powerful cells directly into heart

A multicenter team of researchers within the NIH-funded Cardiothoracic Surgical Trials Network, led by Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, have found end-stage heart failure patients who receive a surgically implanted left ventricular assist device heart pump may also benefit from a single dose of millions of powerful cells injected directly into their heart during surgery.

19 Nov 2013

Study reveals substantial economic impact of HAIs following cardiac surgery

After cardiac surgery, healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) are common complications associated with increased morbidity, mortality, and use of resources.

19 Nov 2013

AGA, Covidien partner to improve lives of people struggling with digestive diseases

The American Gastroenterological Association Institute announced today that Covidien, a leading global provider of health-care products, recently agreed to expand its corporate grant to the AGA Institute.

19 Nov 2013

Study finds patients treated with varespladib drug more likely to experience cardiovascular events

Patients with acute coronary syndrome who were treated with the experimental drug varespladib were more likely to experience additional cardiovascular events - including sudden death, heart attack and stroke - than those treated with placebo, according to research from the Cleveland Clinic Coordinating Center for Clinical Research (C5Research).

19 Nov 2013

WNBA, Africare, NBA and ExxonMobil launch "Power Forward" to develop health, leadership in Nigeria

The National Basketball Association, Women's National Basketball Association, Africare and ExxonMobil today announced the launch of "Power Forward," a youth engagement initiative that will use basketball to develop health, leadership and life skills in Nigeria.

19 Nov 2013

Orthopaedic specialist offers tips to prevent painful holiday season

While the holiday season is a selfless time of year, individuals are encouraged to keep in-tune with their bodies as the festive shopping, baking, and cleaning often triggers bodily aches and pains.

19 Nov 2013

Eating tree nuts reduces risk of pancreatic cancer, shows women’s health study

According to a long-term women's health study recently published, women in the study who ate a one-ounce serving of tree nuts two or more times a week had a reduced risk of pancreatic cancer compared to those studied who did not include nuts in their diet.

19 Nov 2013

New report examines impact of federal and state policy decisions on community health centers

A new report by the Geiger Gibson/RCHN Community Health Foundation Research Collaborative at the George Washington University School of Public Health and Health Services examines the impact of federal and state policy decisions on community health centers and their ability to continue providing primary care to the nation's poorest residents.

19 Nov 2013

Preschoolers can learn about healthy eating and exercise through Sesame Street

In a study presented on November 18 at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2013, preschoolers in Bogotá, Colombia participating in a structured curriculum that used Sesame Street's Healthy Habits for Life materials improved their knowledge, attitudes and habits related to a heart-healthy lifestyle. Also, the percentage of children at a healthy weight improved by 13 percent.

19 Nov 2013

Philipp E. Scherer honored with 15th Naomi Berrie Award for Outstanding Research in Diabetes

Columbia University Medical Center has honored Philipp E. Scherer, PhD, with the 15th Naomi Berrie Award for Outstanding Research in Diabetes, for his work that helped usher in a new understanding of fat and its role in diabetes and other metabolic diseases. His discovery of adiponectin, a hormone produced by fat, helped transform the scientific concept of fat as an inert storage depot to one of it as an endocrine "organ" that exerts control over the brain, muscles, and other organs. The award, given annually by CUMC's Naomi Berrie Diabetes Center, is Columbia's top honor for excellence in diabetes research.

19 Nov 2013

Study: Use of bone marrow mononuclear stem cells does not improve heart function

New data reported by the Cardiovascular Cell Therapy Research Network (CCTRN) at the 2013 Scientific Sessions of the American Heart Association in Dallas showed that the use of bone marrow mononuclear stem cells (BMCs) did not improve heart function significantly more at one year than at six months.

19 Nov 2013

GW SMHS takes applications for spring 2014 Bachelor's Degree Program in Emergency Health Services

The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences and the Emergency Health Services program is now taking applications for the spring 2014 semester for the bachelor's degree in Emergency Health Services Management. The online program focuses on management competencies and is aligned with the competencies developed by the National EMS Management Association and the Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education program.

19 Nov 2013

Breast biopsies can affect short-term quality-of-life in younger patients

Breast biopsies can adversely affect short-term quality-of-life, and the effects are more pronounced in younger patients, according to a new study published online in the journal Radiology.

19 Nov 2013

Study examines two surgical approaches for treatment of severe ischemic mitral regurgitation

The Cardiothoracic Surgical Trials Network, whose Data and Clinical Coordinating Center is at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, is reporting for the first time evidence on whether or not there is any significant difference between the two current surgical approaches to treat patients with severe ischemic mitral regurgitation -- mitral valve repair and mitral valve replacement.

19 Nov 2013

Two drugs tested in larger trial fail to improve kidney function in patients with acute heart failure

Two drugs tested in a larger trial did not improve kidney function in acute heart failure patients, contrary to results of smaller studies. The results were presented today at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2013 in Dallas and simultaneously published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. Previous smaller studies showed that low-dose dopamine or low-dose nesiritide could improve kidney function and reduce fluid overload that is often present in hospitalized acute heart failure patients by increasing urine production.

19 Nov 2013

Cranberries' unique bioactive compounds improve heart health and temper inflammation

Cranberries are more than a holiday favorite, given their remarkable nutritional and health benefits. A new research review published in the international journal Advances in Nutrition provides reasons why these tiny berries can be front and center and not just a side dish. The review authors conclude that cranberries provide unique bioactive compounds that may help reduce the incidence of certain infections, improve heart health and temper inflammation.

19 Nov 2013

Research shows oral contraceptive use over three years could be a risk factor for glaucoma

Research presented today, at the 117th Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology in New Orleans, has found that women who have taken oral contraceptives for three or more years are twice as likely to suffer from glaucoma, one of the leading causes of blindness which affects nearly 60 million worldwide. The researchers caution gynecologists and ophthalmologists to be aware of the fact that oral contraceptives might play a role in glaucomatous diseases, and inform patients to have their eyes screened for glaucoma if they also have other risk factors.

19 Nov 2013

Patients better adhere to medication regimens following hospitalization for acute coronary syndrome

Patients better adhered to their medication regimens in the year following hospitalization for acute coronary syndrome when they were part of a program that included personalized attention from a pharmacist compared with usual care, according to a study by P. Michael Ho, M.D., Ph.D., of the Denver VA Medical Center, and colleagues.

19 Nov 2013

National Multiple Sclerosis Society awards grant to MSDF to focus on progressive MS

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society is partnering with the Accelerated Cure Project's Multiple Sclerosis Discovery Forum - an interactive online community and information portal for researchers and clinicians - to develop resources and content focusing on progressive MS. Promoting engagement by the research community on issues in progressive MS is one aspect of a multifaceted approach to increasing progress in this underexplored area of research.

19 Nov 2013

Research findings offer new hope for millions of traumatic brain injury patients

Every year, nearly two million people in the United States suffer traumatic brain injury (TBI), the leading cause of brain damage and permanent disabilities that include motor dysfunction, psychological disorders, and memory loss. Current rehabilitation programs help patients but often achieve limited success.

19 Nov 2013

Education News and Research

Heart failure patients receiving LVAD may benefit from injection of powerful cells directly into heart

Study reveals substantial economic impact of HAIs following cardiac surgery

AGA, Covidien partner to improve lives of people struggling with digestive diseases

Study finds patients treated with varespladib drug more likely to experience cardiovascular events

WNBA, Africare, NBA and ExxonMobil launch "Power Forward" to develop health, leadership in Nigeria

Orthopaedic specialist offers tips to prevent painful holiday season

Eating tree nuts reduces risk of pancreatic cancer, shows women’s health study

New report examines impact of federal and state policy decisions on community health centers

Preschoolers can learn about healthy eating and exercise through Sesame Street

Philipp E. Scherer honored with 15th Naomi Berrie Award for Outstanding Research in Diabetes

Study: Use of bone marrow mononuclear stem cells does not improve heart function

GW SMHS takes applications for spring 2014 Bachelor's Degree Program in Emergency Health Services

Breast biopsies can affect short-term quality-of-life in younger patients

Study examines two surgical approaches for treatment of severe ischemic mitral regurgitation

Two drugs tested in larger trial fail to improve kidney function in patients with acute heart failure

Cranberries' unique bioactive compounds improve heart health and temper inflammation

Research shows oral contraceptive use over three years could be a risk factor for glaucoma

Patients better adhere to medication regimens following hospitalization for acute coronary syndrome

National Multiple Sclerosis Society awards grant to MSDF to focus on progressive MS

Research findings offer new hope for millions of traumatic brain injury patients

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