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Workout routine tips from NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/CUMC

The summer is a great season for getting in shape. Whether by playing a sport, doing an aerobic exercise routine, or just returning to that familiar running path — this is the time for activity.

14 May 2012

DIBH can spare hearts and lungs of breast cancer patients from radiation

Respiratory movement during radiotherapy makes it difficult to hit the right treatment target and this in turn can lead to an under-dose of radiation to the tumour, or a potentially toxic over-dose to the surrounding healthy tissue. Getting this right is a real challenge for the radiotherapist, but new techniques are helping to deliver the correct dose to the right place, the 31st conference of the European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO 31) will hear today.

14 May 2012

Sports injury prevention tips from NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/CUMC

As the weather warms up, people start filling the courts, fields, greens and trails looking to get back in shape and practice their game. However, this also means there are plenty of opportunities for cuts and bruises, ankle sprains, muscle strains, and knee injuries, to name a few.

14 May 2012

Differences in regional readmission rates for heart failure tied to socioeconomics, availability of care

Differences in regional hospital readmission rates for heart failure are more closely tied to the availability of care and socioeconomics than to hospital performance or patients' degree of illness, according to research presented at the American Heart Association's Quality of Care & Outcomes Research Scientific Sessions 2012.

14 May 2012

New mom receives surprise heart transplant

New mom Windy Hill, 38, of Kingsport, Tenn., was given the ultimate Mother's Day gift a little early after she was wheeled into the operating room at Vanderbilt University Hospital on April 20 to receive a mechanical pump to aid her failing heart and save her life.

14 May 2012

Beta blockers do not reduce risk of colorectal cancer

A new study has found that, contrary to current thinking, taking beta blockers that treat high blood pressure does not decrease a person's risk of developing colorectal cancer. Published early online in CANCER, a peer-reviewed journal of the American Cancer Society, the study also revealed that even long-term use or subtypes of beta blockers showed no reduction of colorectal cancer risk.

14 May 2012

Study demonstrates accuracy of AliveCor’s iPhone-based ECG

AliveCor, the developer of a breakthrough mobile electrocardiogram (ECG) recorder, today announced results from a study that demonstrated the accuracy of the company's iPhone-based device, by comparing its Lead I to Lead I from a conventional 12-lead ECG. The study found that the iPhone-based event recorder is an accurate clinical tool for ECG assessment and could prove to be a new tool for allowing immediate recording and analysis of an ECG rhythm.

From AliveCor, Inc. 14 May 2012

CRT-D cost-effective treatment for mildly symptomatic heart failure patients

Medtronic, Inc. today announced findings from an economic analysis of the landmark RAFT (Resynchronization / Defibrillation in Ambulatory Heart Failure Trial) trial demonstrating that cardiac resynchronization therapy with defibrillation (CRT-D) is a cost-effective treatment for mildly symptomatic heart failure patients.

14 May 2012

Findings reveal racial disparities in pre-hospital care for cardiac arrest

Black cardiac arrest victims who are stricken outside hospitals are less likely to receive bystander CPR and defibrillation on the scene than white patients, according to research that will be presented by a research team from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania today at the annual meeting of Society for Academic Emergency Medicine.

14 May 2012

Novel heart monitoring device helps ER patients avoid unnecessary follow-up care

A study conducted at Scripps Health has found that a novel new heart monitoring device helped emergency room patients avoid unnecessary follow-up care. Scripps Health electrophysiologist Steven Higgins, MD, presented findings of the study titled, "Prevalence of Arrhythmias in Emergency Department Patients Discharged Using a Novel Ambulatory Cardiac Monitor", today at the Heart Rhythm Society's 33rd Annual Scientific Sessions in Boston.

14 May 2012

NBHA commends FDA for continuing investigation of bisphosphonate treatment for osteoporosis

In response to today's Perspective pieces published in the New England Journal Of Medicine, the National Bone Health Alliance (NBHA), a public-private partnership bringing together the expertise and resources of its 42 members from the private and non-profit sectors to collectively advance bone health and prevent disease, commends the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for continuing to investigate the risks and benefits of long-term bisphosphonate treatment.

11 May 2012

Viewpoints: Two views on how to fight obesity; Tough choices for big business on health costs

Forgive us if we don't cheer at the prospect of adding 32 million to the total number of Americans who are dozens of pounds too heavy, a count that stood in 2010 at 78 million.

11 May 2012

Less invasive procedure for heart disease

Doctors at Regions Hospital have begun performing a less invasive procedure for heart disease. Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) was approved last November by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for elderly patients who are too frail or too old for open heart surgery. The device is not approved for patients who are eligible for open heart surgery.

11 May 2012

Mylan introduces Atorvastatin Calcium in France, Belgium, UK, Ireland and the Netherlands

Mylan Inc. today announced that it has launched Atorvastatin Calcium Tablets, 10 mg, 20 mg, 40 mg and 80 mg in France, Belgium, the UK, the Netherlands and Ireland.

11 May 2012

Positive results from Cytochroma CTAP101 Phase 2b clinical trial for CKD

Cytochroma today announced positive clinical trial results for its lead product, CTAP101 Capsules. In a recently completed Phase 2b trial, CTAP101 Capsules effectively and safely lowered elevated plasma intact parathyroid hormone (iPTH) in patients with Stage 3 or 4 chronic kidney disease (CKD) and vitamin D insufficiency.

11 May 2012

Study supports catheter ablation as first-line treatment for paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

Patients with the heart rhythm disorder atrial fibrillation (AFib) who received first-line catheter ablation treatment had a longer arrhythmia-free interval than patients receiving antiarrhythmic drugs, the standard first-line treatment.

11 May 2012

Research roundup: Health providers' growing clout; The surprising bargain in Part D costs

The Growing Power Of Some Providers To Win Steep Payment Increases From Insurers Suggests Policy Remedies May Be Needed -- Concerns have grown that the consolidation of hospitals and physician groups has increased their ability to raise prices, which increases costs for insurers and patients.

11 May 2012

Osiris Therapeutics first quarter total revenues decrease to $4.6M

Osiris Therapeutics, Inc., the leading stem cell company focused on developing and commercializing products to treat medical conditions in inflammatory, cardiovascular, orthopedic, and wound healing markets, announced today its results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2012.

11 May 2012

BIOTRONIK launches new Reocor external pacemaker

BIOTRONIK, Inc., announced today the U.S. launch of its new Reocor external pacemaker. The device is available in two models, for dual- and single-chamber pacing therapy, and offers individualized patient therapy, easy handling and flexibility in every detail. Reocor enriches BIOTRONIK's portfolio of high quality cardiovascular devices and sets a new standard of quality for external pacing therapy.

11 May 2012

Discrepancies between recommendations and implementation for management of cardiovascular risk factors

There are discrepancies between the recommendations for the management of cardiovascular risk factors and their implementation in clinical practice. In the latest issue of Deutsches Ärzteblatt International, Christof Prugger and his fellow authors present the results of the EUROASPIRE I, II and III surveys in the Münster region of Germany.

11 May 2012

Heart Disease News and Research

Latest Heart Disease News and Research

Workout routine tips from NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/CUMC

DIBH can spare hearts and lungs of breast cancer patients from radiation

Sports injury prevention tips from NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/CUMC

Differences in regional readmission rates for heart failure tied to socioeconomics, availability of care

New mom receives surprise heart transplant

Beta blockers do not reduce risk of colorectal cancer

Study demonstrates accuracy of AliveCor’s iPhone-based ECG

CRT-D cost-effective treatment for mildly symptomatic heart failure patients

Findings reveal racial disparities in pre-hospital care for cardiac arrest

Novel heart monitoring device helps ER patients avoid unnecessary follow-up care

NBHA commends FDA for continuing investigation of bisphosphonate treatment for osteoporosis

Viewpoints: Two views on how to fight obesity; Tough choices for big business on health costs

Less invasive procedure for heart disease

Mylan introduces Atorvastatin Calcium in France, Belgium, UK, Ireland and the Netherlands

Positive results from Cytochroma CTAP101 Phase 2b clinical trial for CKD

Study supports catheter ablation as first-line treatment for paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

Research roundup: Health providers' growing clout; The surprising bargain in Part D costs

Osiris Therapeutics first quarter total revenues decrease to $4.6M

BIOTRONIK launches new Reocor external pacemaker

Discrepancies between recommendations and implementation for management of cardiovascular risk factors

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