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Aerotel to introduce high-resolution, single-lead ECG device at MEDICA 2016

Aerotel Medical Systems, a leading global vendor of advanced remote patient monitoring solutions, will introduce its HeartOne V, a state-of-the-art, single-lead, handheld ECG device at MEDICA 2016, which will take place November 14-17, 2016 in Dusseldorf, Germany.

2 Nov 2016

Zipnosis to launch virtual care service lines to prevent spread of germs during cold and flu season

Zipnosis is getting the word out about an incredibly effective means of avoiding the spread of germs this cold and flu season: Use virtual care.

2 Nov 2016

Social media platforms offer effective method to reinforce antimicrobial stewardship programs

A new study from the University of Chicago Medicine examines the use of social media platforms to inform young physicians about proper use of antimicrobial agents such as antibiotics.

1 Nov 2016

Complete removal of contamination from robotic surgical instruments may be unattainable, study shows

It is virtually impossible to remove all contamination from robotic surgical instruments, even after multiple cleanings, according to a study published today in Infection Control & Hospital Epidemiology, the journal of the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America.

1 Nov 2016

Low-impact exercise program for seniors helps reduce pain, improve mobility and enhance quality of life

It's never too late to reap the benefits of exercise, and that includes older adults with arthritis and other muscle and joint conditions, according to a study.

1 Nov 2016

Consumption of one egg per day linked to 12% reduction of stroke risk

On the heels of the 2015 Dietary Guidelines for Americans that placed no daily limit on dietary cholesterol and noted eggs are an affordable, accessible, nutrient-rich source of high quality protein, new research shows eggs are associated with a 12 percent reduction in the risk of stroke, the 5th leading cause of death in the United States.

1 Nov 2016

Innovative discovery could help life-saving oral drugs work efficiently and faster

A team of researchers from the University of Minnesota and The Dow Chemical Company have discovered a new method for customizing ingredients that help oral medications dissolve in the body and be absorbed into the bloodstream.

1 Nov 2016

Fruits, vegetables rich in antioxidants and carotenoids linked to better function in ALS patients

New research at Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health reveals that foods like fruits and vegetables that are high in antioxidant nutrients and carotenoids are associated with better function in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) patients around the time of diagnosis.

1 Nov 2016

Brown scientists developing new self-contained SleepCoacher app

There are plenty of cellphone apps on the market designed to help people monitor their sleep patterns.

1 Nov 2016

Achieving equality in mental health for all

“What is the most important thing in the world? The people, the people, the people.” A beautiful Mauri translation given by Professor Dinesh Bhugra, of the World Psychiatric Association (WPA), to sum up the work of Careif and celebrate its 10 year anniversary at a recent House of Lords reception on ‘Equality in mental health for all.’

1 Nov 2016

Eating plenty of fruits and vegetables combined with regular exercise linked to better cognitive functioning

It's tempting to dip into the leftover Halloween treats, but new research out of York University has found eating plenty of fruits and vegetables, combined with regular exercise, leads to better cognitive functioning for younger and older adults, and may delay the onset of dementia.

1 Nov 2016

Stimulation of the brain delays exhaustion of leg muscles during exercise task

Research led by the University of Kent shows stimulation of the brain impacts on endurance exercise performance by decreasing perception of effort.

1 Nov 2016

High out-of-pocket costs, rather than race/ethnicity, may impact adjuvant endocrine therapy adherence

High out-of-pocket costs, rather than race or ethnicity, are responsible for disparities associated with adherence to adjuvant endocrine therapy, according to a new study from researchers at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) School of Public Health.

1 Nov 2016

Research findings lay groundwork for early warning system to predict disease outbreaks

The delay between the time when a disease outbreak becomes possible and when it actually happens depends chiefly on how frequently infection is introduced to the population and how quickly the number of cases caused by a single individual increases, according to new research from the University of Georgia.

1 Nov 2016

Experts finding ways to use, share routinely collected medical data to improve care and research

Researchers are exploring ways to help clinicians and investigators use and share routinely collected medical data (such as information in electronic health records) to improve care and advance clinical research.

1 Nov 2016

Virtual reality plus treadmill training may help reduce falls linked to aging, Parkinson's disease

A combination of virtual reality and treadmill training may prove effective in preventing dangerous falls associated with aging, Parkinson's disease, mild cognitive impairment or dementia, according to a new Tel Aviv University-Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center study published in The Lancet.

1 Nov 2016

Survey: Most Americans under age 35 believe e-cigarettes cause less harm than traditional cigarettes

Most Americans under age 35 think that using electronic cigarettes does not cause as much damage lung health as compared with traditional cigarettes, according to the results of a new national consumer survey.

1 Nov 2016

Study examines impact of fatigue and depression on hospitalization of patients with heart failure

Fatigue and depression are common among millions of patients with heart failure, and new research suggests that addressing these symptoms could potentially lead to fewer hospital stays.

1 Nov 2016

Second annual conference at UofL focuses on improving access to quality health care for adults with IDD

Thanks to advances in medical science and a highly developed network of specialized pediatric health care services, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) are much more likely to live into adulthood than they were several decades ago.

1 Nov 2016

Embracing digital health in the NHS: an interview with Bryn Sage

There are a number of challenges facing a small but innovative technology company like ours. The first is that they're always far too busy doing things the old way to think about how to do things the new way...

From Inhealthcare Limited 1 Nov 2016

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Aerotel to introduce high-resolution, single-lead ECG device at MEDICA 2016

Zipnosis to launch virtual care service lines to prevent spread of germs during cold and flu season

Social media platforms offer effective method to reinforce antimicrobial stewardship programs

Complete removal of contamination from robotic surgical instruments may be unattainable, study shows

Low-impact exercise program for seniors helps reduce pain, improve mobility and enhance quality of life

Consumption of one egg per day linked to 12% reduction of stroke risk

Innovative discovery could help life-saving oral drugs work efficiently and faster

Fruits, vegetables rich in antioxidants and carotenoids linked to better function in ALS patients

Brown scientists developing new self-contained SleepCoacher app

Achieving equality in mental health for all

Eating plenty of fruits and vegetables combined with regular exercise linked to better cognitive functioning

Stimulation of the brain delays exhaustion of leg muscles during exercise task

High out-of-pocket costs, rather than race/ethnicity, may impact adjuvant endocrine therapy adherence

Research findings lay groundwork for early warning system to predict disease outbreaks

Experts finding ways to use, share routinely collected medical data to improve care and research

Virtual reality plus treadmill training may help reduce falls linked to aging, Parkinson's disease

Survey: Most Americans under age 35 believe e-cigarettes cause less harm than traditional cigarettes

Study examines impact of fatigue and depression on hospitalization of patients with heart failure

Second annual conference at UofL focuses on improving access to quality health care for adults with IDD

Embracing digital health in the NHS: an interview with Bryn Sage

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