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Research highlights importance of controlling hospital and nursing home infection

A Rhode Island Hospital and The Miriam Hospital study found that a small percentage of nursing home patients carrying multi drug-resistant bacteria are admitted to hospitals without showing symptoms caused by the bacteria. The research, published in the American Journal of Infection Control, highlights the importance of hospital and nursing home infection control practices.

1 Dec 2015

$Reduced bone mass puts critically ill patients at greater risk for fractures$

Reduced bone mass puts critically ill patients at greater risk for fractures

One year after being hospitalized in intensive care, patients have reduced bone mass that puts them at greater risk for fractures, according to a new study published online ahead of print in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine.

1 Dec 2015

Philips’ new MRI guided user interface simplifies scanning of patients with MR Conditional implants

Royal Philips today introduced ScanWise Implant, the industry's first MRI guided user interface and automatic scan parameter selection to help simplify the scanning of patients with MR Conditional implants, such as knee and hip replacements, spine implants and pacemakers, at the 2015 Radiological Society of North America Annual Meeting.

1 Dec 2015

Philips unveils complete range of data driven radiology solutions at RSNA 2015

Royal Philips revealed a portfolio of data driven radiology solutions at the 2015 Radiological Society of North America Annual Meeting, beginning today through December 4 at McCormick Place in Chicago.

1 Dec 2015

WHO recommends new strategies to treat HIV patients, reduce new infections

The world is poised to end the AIDS epidemic by 2030 – provided it can accelerate the pace of progress achieved globally over the past 15 years, according to a new World Health Organization (WHO) report.

1 Dec 2015

Asia-Pacific adolescents face higher risk of HIV, account for 15% of new infections

The Asia-Pacific region is facing a ‘hidden epidemic’ of HIV among adolescents. There were an estimated 50,000 new HIV infections among adolescents aged 15-19 in 2014, accounting for 15 per cent of new infections.

1 Dec 2015

Endomag’s new magnetic technology provides equivalent detection rates to current standards of cancer care

A global shortage of the most commonly used radioisotope in medical diagnostic procedures, Technetium-99 (99mTc), will have a major impact on hospitals around the world within the next year.

1 Dec 2015

Air pollution accounts for over 430 000 premature deaths in Europe, shows new report

Air pollution is the single largest environmental health risk in Europe. It shortens people’s lifespan and contributes to serious illnesses such as heart disease, respiratory problems and cancer.

1 Dec 2015

Air evacuations may pose significant added risk to patients with traumatic brain injury

Over the past 15 years, more than 330,000 U.S. soldiers have suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI). It is one of the leading causes of death and disability connected to the country's recent conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq. Many of these patients were evacuated by air from these countries to Europe and the U.S. for further treatment. In general, these patients were flown quickly to hospitals outside the battle zone, where more extensive treatment was available.

1 Dec 2015

New study compares outcomes from two postoperative pain control methods in knee replacement patients

A new study published today in The Journal of the American Osteopathic Association compared outcomes from two types of postoperative pain control methods in a group of patients who had both of their knees replaced.

1 Dec 2015

Boston Scientific obtains FDA approval, CE Mark for AngioJet ZelanteDVT catheter to treat DVT

Boston Scientific has received United States (U.S.) Food and Drug Administration approval and CE Mark for the AngioJet ZelanteDVT thrombectomy catheter to treat deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in large-diameter upper and lower limb peripheral veins.

30 Nov 2015

American Academy of Dermatology releases Chronic Hives Patient App

Patients who are struggling with chronic hives can turn to a new free tool for help. This month, the American Academy of Dermatology released its Chronic Hives Patient App, which offers tools and resources for chronic hives management.

30 Nov 2015

New Start Detox receives CARF Accreditation

New Start Detox has been issued a Three-Year CARF Accreditation. This achievement is an indication of New Start Detox's dedication and commitment to improving the quality of the lives of the people they serve. This Accreditation applies to: Detoxification: Alcohol and other Drugs/Addictions (Adults).

30 Nov 2015

Premera Blue Cross, Express Scripts renew pharmacy benefit agreement

Premera Blue Cross and Express Scripts today announced an early renewal of the companies' long-standing pharmacy benefit agreement. The partnership, which began in 1999, will now extend through at least 2019.

30 Nov 2015

Precision Image Analysis expands capabilities as provider of medical imaging services

Precision Image Analysis Inc., a leading provider of Post-Processing services, is pleased to announce a dramatic expansion of its capabilities as a provider of medical imaging services. Building on its ISO-9001:2008 certification for its Quality Management System, PIA has adopted and implemented comprehensive Core Lab protocols and procedures.

30 Nov 2015

Mexico Healthcare and Life Sciences Report 2015 released by Pharmaboardroom

Pharmaboardroom releases its new 98-page Mexico Healthcare and Life Sciences Report 2015. It offers companies, investors, policymakers, and stakeholders with an interest in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, or life sciences insights into the second largest pharma and healthcare market in Latin America, a country of over 122 million people.

30 Nov 2015

Study analyzes effect of music therapy on palliative care patients

Music therapy can enhance terminally ill patients' wellbeing and relaxation. This treatment has been known since the 1970s, but there is little scientific research on the subject. A recent randomized controlled trial by Marco Warth et al. in Deutsches Ärzteblatt International (Dtsch Arztebl Int 2015; 112: 788-94) analyzes the effect of music therapy on palliative care patients.

30 Nov 2015

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Research highlights importance of controlling hospital and nursing home infection

Reduced bone mass puts critically ill patients at greater risk for fractures

Philips’ new MRI guided user interface simplifies scanning of patients with MR Conditional implants

Philips unveils complete range of data driven radiology solutions at RSNA 2015

WHO recommends new strategies to treat HIV patients, reduce new infections

Asia-Pacific adolescents face higher risk of HIV, account for 15% of new infections

Endomag’s new magnetic technology provides equivalent detection rates to current standards of cancer care

Air pollution accounts for over 430 000 premature deaths in Europe, shows new report

Air evacuations may pose significant added risk to patients with traumatic brain injury

New study compares outcomes from two postoperative pain control methods in knee replacement patients

Boston Scientific obtains FDA approval, CE Mark for AngioJet ZelanteDVT catheter to treat DVT

American Academy of Dermatology releases Chronic Hives Patient App

New Start Detox receives CARF Accreditation

Premera Blue Cross, Express Scripts renew pharmacy benefit agreement

Precision Image Analysis expands capabilities as provider of medical imaging services

Mexico Healthcare and Life Sciences Report 2015 released by Pharmaboardroom

Study analyzes effect of music therapy on palliative care patients

Norwegian model created for measuring gender equality becomes international success

Unplugged Powered Suit supports human movement

Establishing supervised injection facilities in Toronto and Ottawa would be cost-effective, say researchers

Building quality into drug development for safer, faster medicines

How Pulp Fixin Is Turning Paper into High-Performance Sustainable Labware

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