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GE Healthcare launches new online patient and caregiver resource for Parkinson's disease

As part of GE Healthcare's ongoing commitment to provide resources for those living with movement disorders, the company announced today a new online patient and caregiver resource - www.Move2Answers.com.

15 Oct 2012

ELSA report reveals economic, social, psychological and health concerns of U.K.’s ageing society

One in six people in England aged over 50 are socially isolated. They have few socially orientated hobbies, little civic or cultural engagement with society, and may have very limited social networks. This was a key finding from the most recent report of the English Longitudinal Study of Ageing (ELSA), a comprehensive study that aims to understand the economic, social, psychological and health concerns of an ageing society.

15 Oct 2012

Two CUMC studies provide new insights into spinal muscular atrophy

A study by scientists from the Motor Neuron Center at Columbia University Medical Center (CUMC) suggests that spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), a genetic neuromuscular disease in infants and children, results primarily from motor circuit dysfunction, not motor neuron or muscle cell dysfunction, as is commonly thought.

12 Oct 2012

Simple quiz could help doctors determine kidney dialysis patients at risk of death

A simple six-question quiz, typically used to assess disabilities in the elderly, could help doctors determine which kidney dialysis patients of any age are at the greatest risk of death, new Johns Hopkins research suggests.

12 Oct 2012

Exercise can help slow down premature cardiovascular aging effects of type 2 diabetes

One of life's certainties is that everyone ages. However, it's also certain that not everyone ages at the same rate. According to recent research being presented this week, the cardiovascular system of people with type 2 diabetes shows signs of aging significantly earlier than those without the disease.

11 Oct 2012

Mayo researchers discover new therapy for patients with neuromyelitis optica

Mayo Clinic researchers have identified a new therapy for patients with neuromyelitis optica that appears to stop inflammation of the eye nerves and spinal cord. NMO is a debilitating central nervous system disorder that is often misdiagnosed as multiple sclerosis (MS).

10 Oct 2012

Physical activity fights cognitive dysfunction after stroke

A program of aerobic and resistance training helps patients overcome cognitive deficits occurring as a result of stroke, shows research presented at the 3rd Canadian Stroke Congress in Calgary, Alberta.

9 Oct 2012

Navigating the Labyrinth of Traumatic Brain Injury to Discover a Secondary Neurological Condition

Working with individuals with traumatic brain injury (TBI) every day, I see the debilitating effects and long-term struggles firsthand.

9 Oct 2012

Human-detecting sensor technology can detect even minute movements like breathing

OKI recently developed a human-detecting sensor technology capable of distinguishing between large movements (for example, a person walking about a room) to minute movements like breathing.

9 Oct 2012

Translational Genomics Research Institute creates new center for rare childhood disorders

The Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen) today announced the creation of a new center that could have life changing effects on the lives of potentially thousands of children and their families.

6 Oct 2012

A flood of post-debate fact checking follows points and counterpoints

News outlets examined a range of issues brought up during last night's presidential face-off, ranging from discussions of the $716 billion Medicare cut to talk of death panels and whether the health law promise of lower health insurance costs came true.

5 Oct 2012

Study to determine link between foot injuries and ill-fitting shoes

Loyola University Medical Center researchers are conducting a first-of-its kind study of marathon runners to determine if there is link between foot injuries and ill-fitting shoes.

4 Oct 2012

Gateway Foundation to raise awareness of synthetic drug use

In recognition of Red Ribbon Week, October 23-31, 2012, Gateway Foundation Alcohol & Drug Treatment is working to build awareness among communities regarding the dangerous health risks associated with synthetic drug use.

4 Oct 2012

Trauma surgeons identify reasons why young pedestrians are struck by motor vehicles

Trauma surgeons have identified two preventable reasons why young pedestrians are struck by motor vehicles—poor guardian supervision and distraction because of mobile device use.

3 Oct 2012

Simultaneous knee, foot support may improve knee OA management

Researchers report that concurrent use of a custom-made knee brace and foot orthotic produces greater reductions in pathologic knee adduction in patients with knee osteoarthritis than knee- or foot-support alone.

2 Oct 2012

Home delivery of stroke rehabilitation improves care, eliminates waiting lists and saves costs

Home delivery of stroke rehabilitation improves care, eliminates waiting lists for treatment and saves hundreds of thousands of dollars annually in hospital costs, according to a quality improvement project presented today at the Canadian Stroke Congress.

1 Oct 2012

Walking News and Research

GE Healthcare launches new online patient and caregiver resource for Parkinson's disease

ELSA report reveals economic, social, psychological and health concerns of U.K.’s ageing society

Two CUMC studies provide new insights into spinal muscular atrophy

Simple quiz could help doctors determine kidney dialysis patients at risk of death

Exercise can help slow down premature cardiovascular aging effects of type 2 diabetes

Mayo researchers discover new therapy for patients with neuromyelitis optica

Physical activity fights cognitive dysfunction after stroke

Navigating the Labyrinth of Traumatic Brain Injury to Discover a Secondary Neurological Condition

Human-detecting sensor technology can detect even minute movements like breathing

Translational Genomics Research Institute creates new center for rare childhood disorders

A flood of post-debate fact checking follows points and counterpoints

Study to determine link between foot injuries and ill-fitting shoes

Gateway Foundation to raise awareness of synthetic drug use

Trauma surgeons identify reasons why young pedestrians are struck by motor vehicles

Simultaneous knee, foot support may improve knee OA management

Home delivery of stroke rehabilitation improves care, eliminates waiting lists and saves costs

Exercise can improve overall brain function following stroke

RTI Biologics donates BioSet RT Allograft Paste implants to CURE International

Increasing marijuana-like chemicals in the brain can help correct behavioral issues related to fragile X

Free bus pass increases physical activity in elderly

Event guide: 4th Extra-Hepatic Lipid-Based Nanoparticles Delivery Summit eBook

Advancing Neuroscience Research Through Collaboration and Patient-Centered Innovation

The impact of vibration on microscopy

How Omics Technologies Are Transforming Biological Research and Drug Discovery

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