Cardiology News and Research

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Postmenopausal women who are not aware of VVA consequences continue to experience pain during sex

Results from qualitative research of postmenopausal women with vulvar and vaginal atrophy (VVA) show that they recognize the significant physical, emotional and psychological consequences of untreated dyspareunia (painful sex) yet they continue to suffer because of misperceptions about the condition and a general lack of understanding about treatment options.

1 Oct 2015

Severely obese children face higher risk of developing heart disease, diabetes

A new study led by researchers in the UNC Department of Pediatrics finds a direct correlation between more severe forms of obesity in children and related risk factors for developing heart disease and diabetes—particularly in boys.

1 Oct 2015

One-third of people living with diabetes fail to report night-time hypoglycaemia to their doctor, shows research

A new survey reports that one-third (32%) of people living with diabetes failed to report night-time hypoglycaemia to their doctor or nurse despite the impact they have on the lives of people living with the condition.

1 Oct 2015

Research shows more than 30,000 women die from cardiovascular disease in UK

More than 30,000 women die from coronary heart disease in the UK every year with over 700,000 women living with the consequences of heart disease and stroke, according to research published by The British Heart Foundation ahead of World Heart Day on 29th September.

1 Oct 2015

Orlando Health gets Overall 3 Star Rating for bypass surgery and lobectomy

Orlando Health received an Overall 3 Star Rating from The Society of Thoracic Surgeons for quality care provided to patients undergoing bypass surgery and lobectomy for lung cancer.

30 Sep 2015

Using well-worded warning texts could reduce DNAs, potentially save NHS £64 million

As many as 400,000 missed hospital appointments a year could be prevented simply by using well-worded warning texts, potentially saving the NHS £64 million.

30 Sep 2015

OB-Tools announces FDA approval of new TrueLabor maternal fetal monitor

OB-Tools is pleased to announce today U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval of its fetal heart rate monitoring unit. The fetal heart rate monitoring unit will be integrated into its new TrueLabor maternal fetal monitor.

30 Sep 2015

Stony Brook Children's Hospital follows pain management protocols to treat pain in pediatric patients

Stony Brook Children's Hospital clinicians follow pain management protocols to proactively, preemptively, and consistently treat pain in each and every pediatric patient. Known as the Ouchless Approach to Pediatric Medicine, Margaret McGovern, MD, PhD, Physician-in-Chief, describes it as the cornerstone of treatment for pediatric patients at Stony Brook Children's.

30 Sep 2015

Researchers develop a technique that uses platelet membranes to coat anticancer drugs

Researchers have for the first time developed a technique that coats anticancer drugs in membranes made from a patient's own platelets, allowing the drugs to last longer in the body and attack both primary cancer tumors and the circulating tumor cells that can cause a cancer to metastasize. The work was tested successfully in an animal model.

30 Sep 2015

Risks of developing type 2 diabetes for South Asians begin immediately at birth

New research suggests that the risks of developing type 2 diabetes for South Asians - a group long known to suffer from substantially higher rates of both diabetes and heart disease—begins immediately at birth.

30 Sep 2015

Current fetal growth standards do not consider racial and ethnic differences

Current standards for ultrasound evaluation of fetal growth may lead to misclassification of up to 15 percent of fetuses of minority mothers as being too small, according to a study by researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and other institutions.

29 Sep 2015

SLU biostatistician encourages people to interpret scientific and medical research

Thanks to the internet, access to research studies, medical news and health websites is greater than ever, offering instant admission to the world of medical knowledge.

29 Sep 2015

Type-2 diabetes medication can affect the brain's reward system, reduce intake of food

Many studies have focused on how much we eat when we are hungry, but sometimes we eat just to feel better. A new dissertation at Sahlgrenska Academy shows that medication used for type-2 diabetes wich mimics the gut-brain hormone glucagon-like peptide-1, can affect the brain's reward system and reduce the intake of food.

29 Sep 2015

Majority of cancer patients lack access to safe, affordable surgical care

Over 80% of the 15 million people diagnosed with cancer worldwide in 2015 will need surgery, but less than a quarter will have access to proper, safe, affordable surgical care when they need it, according to a major new Commission examining the state of global cancer surgery, published in The Lancet Oncology, and being presented at the 2015 European Cancer Congress in Vienna, Austria.

29 Sep 2015

Cancer treatment does not affect pregnancy outcome, shows new study

Women who are pregnant when diagnosed with cancer can start treatment for their disease immediately and do not need to terminate their pregnancy due to worries over the effects of therapy on the development of their child.

29 Sep 2015

UAB awarded $9.4 million grant to lead a trial to improve blood pressure in the U.S Black Belt

The University of Alabama at Birmingham has been awarded a $9.4 million grant to lead a trial in an effort to improve blood pressure in the Black Belt of the United States.

29 Sep 2015

Researchers find way to predict occurrence of some cardiac arrhythmias

Researchers have discovered how to predict some cardiac arrhythmias several steps before they even occur. It's a finding that could lead to an improved cardiac device, with equipment designed to detect when arrhythmias are about to occur and then act to prevent them.

29 Sep 2015

The Center for Bariatric Surgery receives MBSAQIP accreditation for safe, high-quality bariatric patient care

The Center for Bariatric Surgery has earned certification for adult and teen weight loss surgery under the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP) which sets standards for safe, high-quality bariatric patient care.

29 Sep 2015

UT Southwestern Medical Center geneticist named 2015 recipient of Pearl Meister Greengard Prize

UT Southwestern Medical Center geneticist Dr. Helen Hobbs is the 2015 recipient of the prestigious Pearl Meister Greengard Prize. The prize recognizes Dr. Hobbs' research, which advances understanding of heart disease and other complex disorders.

29 Sep 2015

Philips showcases latest patient-driven sleep and respiratory solutions at the European Respiratory Society International Congress 2015

Philips Respironics, a business of Royal Philips, will showcase its latest portfolio of sleep-disordered breathing and respiratory solutions September 26-29 at the European Respiratory Society (ERS) International Congress 2015 in Amsterdam. At booth 1.H_01, Hall 1, clinicians can experience the latest Philips sleep-disordered breathing solutions and new options for COPD management that connect and support the patient, clinician and caregiver to improve patient care and help patients to live active lives.

From Philips Healthcare 28 Sep 2015

Cardiology News and Research

Latest Cardiology News and Research

Postmenopausal women who are not aware of VVA consequences continue to experience pain during sex

Severely obese children face higher risk of developing heart disease, diabetes

One-third of people living with diabetes fail to report night-time hypoglycaemia to their doctor, shows research

Research shows more than 30,000 women die from cardiovascular disease in UK

Orlando Health gets Overall 3 Star Rating for bypass surgery and lobectomy

Using well-worded warning texts could reduce DNAs, potentially save NHS £64 million

OB-Tools announces FDA approval of new TrueLabor maternal fetal monitor

Stony Brook Children's Hospital follows pain management protocols to treat pain in pediatric patients

Researchers develop a technique that uses platelet membranes to coat anticancer drugs

Risks of developing type 2 diabetes for South Asians begin immediately at birth

Current fetal growth standards do not consider racial and ethnic differences

SLU biostatistician encourages people to interpret scientific and medical research

Type-2 diabetes medication can affect the brain's reward system, reduce intake of food

Majority of cancer patients lack access to safe, affordable surgical care

Cancer treatment does not affect pregnancy outcome, shows new study

UAB awarded $9.4 million grant to lead a trial to improve blood pressure in the U.S Black Belt

Researchers find way to predict occurrence of some cardiac arrhythmias

The Center for Bariatric Surgery receives MBSAQIP accreditation for safe, high-quality bariatric patient care

UT Southwestern Medical Center geneticist named 2015 recipient of Pearl Meister Greengard Prize

Philips showcases latest patient-driven sleep and respiratory solutions at the European Respiratory Society International Congress 2015

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