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Network of connections between neurons reveals how brain circuits are organized

Even the simplest networks of neurons in the brain are composed of millions of connections, and examining these vast networks is critical to understanding how the brain works.

29 Mar 2016

The human aspect of simulations through role playing

I think role playing plays an important role, it's a really interesting question because role playing is somewhere on that spectrum of simulation. There is the potential for patients to play a role to relive an experience or an actor can be used.

29 Mar 2016

Failure to complete antibiotics could lead to additional treatment for existing skin infection

In the first study of its kind, researchers found patients with S. aureus skin and soft tissue infections took, on average, just 57% of their prescribed antibiotic doses after leaving the hospital, resulting in nearly half of them getting a new infection or needing additional treatment for the existing skin infection.

29 Mar 2016

DTI may predict functional post-deployment outcomes for veterans with MTBI

Diffusion tensor imaging (DTI), a type of MRI, may be able to predict functional post-deployment outcomes for veterans who sustained mild traumatic brain injury (MTBI), or concussion, during combat, according to a new study published in the journal Radiology.

29 Mar 2016

High levels of radiation dosage may not improve survival of prostate cancer patients

New technology has enabled doctors to administer higher doses of radiation to prostate cancer patients with fewer side effects. However, a new study shows that escalating the dose may not actually help a patient in the long term, at least not patients with localized prostate cancer. The results were published online last week in the American Journal of Clinical Oncology.

29 Mar 2016

Stem cell-derived neurons used to regenerate lost tissue in damaged corticospinal tracts of rats

Writing in the March 28, 2016 issue of Nature Medicine, researchers at University of California, San Diego School of Medicine and Veterans Affairs San Diego Healthcare System, with colleagues in Japan and Wisconsin, report that they have successfully directed stem cell-derived neurons to regenerate lost tissue in damaged corticospinal tracts of rats, resulting in functional benefit.

29 Mar 2016

BIDMC investigators identify precise 5-gene classifier for discriminating early pancreatic cancer

Pancreatic cancer, the fourth leading cause of cancer death in the United States, is often diagnosed at a late stage, when curative treatment is no longer possible. A team led by investigators at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center has now identified and validated an accurate 5-gene classifier for discriminating early pancreatic cancer from non-malignant tissue.

28 Mar 2016

NNUH to provide GE's pocket-sized ultrasound tool to increase diagnosis rate of breech births

The Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (NNUH), located in the East of England, currently delivers 6,000 babies a year including around 150 full term breech babies.

28 Mar 2016

First aid in the past could have present-day policy implications

A widespread knowledge of first aid once equipped millions of people to tackle emergencies ranging from a cut finger to a life-threatening seizure. Could a revival of these skills help reduce pressure on doctors' surgeries and NHS casualty departments?

26 Mar 2016

Osteoporosis drugs market in the US estimated to cross US$ 4 billion by 2021

According to Pharmaion report, "United States Osteoporosis Drugs Market Opportunities, 2011 - 2021", the osteoporosis drugs market in the US is projected to cross US$ 4 billion by 2021.

26 Mar 2016

Rush Oak Park Hospital recognized as 'Leader in LGBT Healthcare Equality'

For the third consecutive year, Rush Oak Park Hospital has been recognized as a "Leader in LGBT Healthcare Equality" in the Healthcare Equality Index (HEI), an annual survey of how health care facilities in the United States treat lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender patients and their families, as well as their own LGBT employees. The report on the 2016 survey was released today.

25 Mar 2016

HRC recognizes UChicago as 'Leader in LGBT Health Equality'

The Human Rights Campaign is naming The University of Chicago Medicine as a "Leader in LGBT Healthcare Equality," according to a new report released Thursday by the advocacy group.

25 Mar 2016

Wnt secretion inhibitors may reduce renal fibrosis

Renal fibrosis or the scarring of kidneys, following an injury, reduces their function and can cause kidney disease to progressively worsen.

25 Mar 2016

Kids with minor head injuries may not require hospitalization, study suggests

Challenging the longstanding practice of keeping all children with head injuries in the hospital overnight, new research from Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital suggests that patients with simple skull fractures can be sent home safely if they have no evidence of brain injury and no neurological symptoms.

24 Mar 2016

Innovative ultrasound method can help determine risk of strokes, heart attacks

Researchers at Lund University in Sweden have discovered a new and more accurate way to distinguish between harmful and harmless plaque in the blood vessels by using ultrasound. This can help healthcare providers determine the risk of strokes and heart attacks - which means avoiding unnecessary surgery for many patients.

24 Mar 2016

NIHR research program aims to increase safety, well-being of victims of DVA

Researchers at the University of Bristol have received more than £2.5 million from the National Institute for Health Research to carry out research that aims to increase the safety and well-being of victims of domestic violence and abuse (DVA).

24 Mar 2016

Three leading consultancies to provide help to med-tech innovators at EXPO 2016

Three leading consultancies have combined in order to provide top notch help in seminar format to med-tech innovators at EXPO 2016. In addition the consultancy triumverate will make free one-to-one clinic sessions available on April 21st on a 1st come 1st served basis.

24 Mar 2016

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Latest Healthcare News and Research

Network of connections between neurons reveals how brain circuits are organized

The human aspect of simulations through role playing

Failure to complete antibiotics could lead to additional treatment for existing skin infection

DTI may predict functional post-deployment outcomes for veterans with MTBI

High levels of radiation dosage may not improve survival of prostate cancer patients

Stem cell-derived neurons used to regenerate lost tissue in damaged corticospinal tracts of rats

BIDMC investigators identify precise 5-gene classifier for discriminating early pancreatic cancer

NNUH to provide GE's pocket-sized ultrasound tool to increase diagnosis rate of breech births

First aid in the past could have present-day policy implications

Osteoporosis drugs market in the US estimated to cross US$ 4 billion by 2021

Rush Oak Park Hospital recognized as 'Leader in LGBT Healthcare Equality'

HRC recognizes UChicago as 'Leader in LGBT Health Equality'

Wnt secretion inhibitors may reduce renal fibrosis

Kids with minor head injuries may not require hospitalization, study suggests

Innovative ultrasound method can help determine risk of strokes, heart attacks

NIHR research program aims to increase safety, well-being of victims of DVA

Three leading consultancies to provide help to med-tech innovators at EXPO 2016

City University London opens new City TECS Smart Home Facility

Anticonvulsant medication gabapentin effectively reduces common complication of PONV

Pediatric researchers find gene variants that can strongly increase bone strength in girls

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