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Diffusion tensor imaging detects brain abnormalities in U.S. military personnel with mild traumatic brain injury

An advanced imaging technique has revealed that some U.S. military personnel with mild blast-related traumatic brain injuries have abnormalities in the brain that have not been seen with other types of imaging.

2 Jun 2011

WHO/IARC say mobile phone use may increase risk of certain brain cancers

Mobile phone use "may increase the risk of certain types of brain cancer in humans," therefore "consumers should consider ways of reducing their exposure," a WHO/International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) working group concluded on Tuesday, Reuters reports.

2 Jun 2011

Cell phone use poses no cancer risk, says JunkScience publisher

Today's media hoopla about the World Health Organization classifying cell phone use as "possibly carcinogenic" is much ado about nothing. The studies the WHO relies on are weak association studies that have zero reliability.

2 Jun 2011

Study affirms effectiveness of palliative care discussions before LVAD heart surgery

For patients with severe heart failure, an implanted mechanical pump known as a Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) can be a life-sustaining treatment. Even though the technology involves risks, few patients and their families tend to talk explicitly about the "what ifs" before surgery takes place.

2 Jun 2011

Positive results from Nuvilex European Phase II trial against pancreatic cancer

Nuvilex, Inc. announces the favorable results of a completed Phase II clinical trial carried out in Europe against pancreatic cancer. The treatment technology used in this trial was recently acquired by Nuvilex.

2 Jun 2011

Google launches Dengue Trends tool to track outbreaks

"Google has launched Dengue Trends, a tool that aims to detect dengue fever outbreaks around the world using the same methodology behind Google Flu Trends," PC Magazine reports.

2 Jun 2011

Free online WHO Fracture Risk Assessment Tool now available as version 3.3

The WHO Fracture Risk Assessment Tool (FRAX-) is an important new calculation tool, available free online at http://www.shef.ac.uk/FRAX, that is being used by a steadily increasing number of physicians around the world to calculate a patient's 10-year probability of fracture based on scientifically validated risk factors.

2 Jun 2011

Baseline concussion tests could increase risks to athletes

Baseline concussion tests given to hundreds of thousands of athletes might, paradoxically, increase risks in some cases, according to a Loyola University Health System researcher.

2 Jun 2011

Lymphocyte count serves as simple and effective prognostic indicator in renal cell carcinoma

Each year, kidney cancer is diagnosed in nearly 60,000 people in the U.S. Many of these patients undergo surgery to remove the affected kidney, but this procedure can be risky for the elderly and those who have other health problems. Unfortunately, the prognosis of kidney cancer patients often cannot be determined until tumor samples are surgically removed and evaluated.

2 Jun 2011

Medicare payment proposal for medical imaging triggers opposition

The top Republican and Democrat on the Energy and Commerce Health panel are pushing back against proposals to curb medical imaging tests paid by Medicare, arguing that they could restrict access to "life-saving medical tools."

2 Jun 2011

New Blue Access Mobile offers actionable and personalized health information

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas has announced new, enhanced features that expand the mobile experience through Blue Access Mobile. Members can now sign up for text messaging services to receive health and wellness alerts, claims payment alerts, weekly diet tips, and reminders to take medication.

2 Jun 2011

UV-screening sunglasses, contact lenses can protect eyes from aging and disease

Most of us know that UV-blocking sunscreen protects the skin from aging and disease but we don't realize that UV-screening sunglasses and contact lenses can protect eyes from aging and disease, according to a national American Optometric Association survey.

2 Jun 2011

Covidien's PCOx mesh receives U.S. FDA 510(k) clearance and European CE Mark approval

Covidien, a leading global provider of healthcare products, today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted 510(k) clearance and the European regulatory authorities have granted the CE Mark to Parietex Optimized Composite mesh.

2 Jun 2011

Cardiac resynchronization therapy improves sexual health in men with chronic heart failure

A new study published in the journal Clinical Cardiology reveals that in men with chronic heart failure, cardiac resynchronization therapy improves patients' libido, erectile dysfunction, and sexual performance.

2 Jun 2011

PCR-based saliva test can accurately identify cytomegalovirus infection in newborns

Although cytomegalovirus infection is a known cause of birth defects, including permanent hearing loss, most CMV infections in infants are not identified early, when interventions can lessen the effects of hearing loss.

2 Jun 2011

Simple eye scan can detect early signs of diabetes-related nerve damage

Could a simple eye scan detect early signs of diabetes-related nerve damage? Recent research toward developing such a test is the topic of a special article in Optometry and Vision Science, official journal of the American Academy of Optometry.

2 Jun 2011

Medical Illumination, Bovie sign exclusive distribution agreement for new LED lights

Bovie Medical Corporation, a manufacturer and marketer of electrosurgical products, today announced that it has entered into an exclusive agreement with Medical Illumination International, Inc. San Fernando, CA to bring a new generation of medical lighting to the medical community in the United States.

1 Jun 2011

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Diffusion tensor imaging detects brain abnormalities in U.S. military personnel with mild traumatic brain injury

WHO/IARC say mobile phone use may increase risk of certain brain cancers

Cell phone use poses no cancer risk, says JunkScience publisher

Study affirms effectiveness of palliative care discussions before LVAD heart surgery

Positive results from Nuvilex European Phase II trial against pancreatic cancer

Google launches Dengue Trends tool to track outbreaks

Free online WHO Fracture Risk Assessment Tool now available as version 3.3

Baseline concussion tests could increase risks to athletes

Lymphocyte count serves as simple and effective prognostic indicator in renal cell carcinoma

Medicare payment proposal for medical imaging triggers opposition

New Blue Access Mobile offers actionable and personalized health information

UV-screening sunglasses, contact lenses can protect eyes from aging and disease

Covidien's PCOx mesh receives U.S. FDA 510(k) clearance and European CE Mark approval

Cardiac resynchronization therapy improves sexual health in men with chronic heart failure

PCR-based saliva test can accurately identify cytomegalovirus infection in newborns

Simple eye scan can detect early signs of diabetes-related nerve damage

Medical Illumination, Bovie sign exclusive distribution agreement for new LED lights

STAAR Surgical's two new lens products receive CE Mark approval

Twelve interventional live cases to use Toshiba's Infinix DP-i X-ray system at NCVH conference

Repro-Med Systems receives FDA marketing approval for new subcutaneous needle sets

Exploring the nanoscale: How AFM is transforming cosmetic science

Innovating Texture and Culture in Plant-Based Foods

Advancing brain microphysiological systems (bMPS)

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