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Study estimates prevalence of self-reported immunosuppressed adults in the U.S.

In a study published online by JAMA, Rafael Harpaz, M.D., M.P.H., of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, and colleagues analyzed data from the 2013 National Health Interview Survey to estimate the prevalence of self-reported immunosuppressed adults in the United States.

31 Oct 2016

New sperm research could lead to better infertility treatment decisions

Sperm and mathematics don't appear to be the likeliest of bedfellows - but new research bringing the two together could lead to devices that could cut infertility rates.

31 Oct 2016

Measles complication that kills children more common than previously thought

A complication of measles that kills children years after they have the infection is more common than thought, according to a study being presented at IDWeek 2016.

31 Oct 2016

OCT offers safe and better guidance for patients undergoing PCI to treat coronary artery disease

Optical coherence tomography (OCT) provides safe and improved guidance for patients undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention to treat coronary artery disease, according to results from the ILLUMIEN III: OPTIMIZE PCI trial.

31 Oct 2016

New app detects 99% more health symptoms for college athletes than traditional surveillance

A new cell phone app specializing in sports injury detection captured 99 percent more physical and mental health symptoms for college athletes than traditional sports medicine surveillance, according to new research released today at the American Public Health Association's 2016 Annual Meeting and Expo in Denver.

31 Oct 2016

Nano-biointeraction and nanopathology

Nanoparticles enter the organism in a number of ways. In most cases through inhalation and ingestion. When inhaled, the majority of them are expelled with the next breath. When ingested, most of them are gotten rid of through feces.

31 Oct 2016

Dr. Schumacher unveils ready-to-use disinfection wipes at MEDICA 2016

At MEDICA, the world's leading trade fair for the medical industry, Dr. Schumacher GmbH is presenting, amongst others, its new products CLEANISEPT® WIPES surface and DESCOSEPT SENSITIVE WIPES: ready to use disinfection wipes for rapid disinfection of medical devices and surfaces.

31 Oct 2016

Queensland prostate cancer experts to lead world’s first survivorship centre

National health experts have today announced the launch of the world’s first Centre for Research Excellence in Prostate Cancer Survivorship, to be led by Queensland.

31 Oct 2016

Qioptiq launches 1.73x Tube Lens to optimize mag.x system 125 for 35mm camera format sensors

Qioptiq, an Excelitas Technologies® Company and global technology leader focused on delivering innovative optical and photonic solutions, introduces the new 1.73x Tube Lens as a widely desired addition to the mag.x system 125.

31 Oct 2016

Researchers identify drug-resistant superbug in Australian domestic animal

The first evidence of a superbug in a domestic cat that could infect humans and livestock has been discovered in Australia.

31 Oct 2016

DePuy Synthes announces availability of ‘Expert Tibial Nail PROtect’ to reduce implant related infections

DePuy Synthes, part of the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies, today announced the availability of Expert Tibial Nail PROtect, the only tibial nail with a resorbable antibiotic coating designed to provide additional protection from bacterial colonization for patients who are at high risk of infection.

31 Oct 2016

New partnership-funded research could lead to better treatment for birdshot

Birdshot uveitis is a rare autoimmune disorder that has the potential to blind. It’s notoriously hard to treat.

31 Oct 2016

BetterYou’s vitamin D oral sprays win hat trick awards

A simple way for adults, expectant mums and infants to spray their way to healthy vitamin D levels has won two prestigious awards.

From BetterYou Ltd 31 Oct 2016

Experts meet at Hyderabad for four-day World Stroke Congress

Stroke is devastating. Everyone can have a stroke. For many people, the stroke happens suddenly and without warning. According to Stroke Association, when it happens, there is a little time to prepare. It can affect how one moves, feels and thinks.

31 Oct 2016

Shire announces recipients of 2016 Excellence in ADHD Patient Group Awards

To coincide with ADHD Awareness Month, Shire plc today announced the winners of the 2016 Excellence in ADHD Patient Group Awards.

31 Oct 2016

Myriad Genetics presents research data that validates accuracy of myPath Melanoma test

Myriad Genetics, Inc., a leader in molecular diagnostics and personalized medicine, today announced it will present two new studies at the American Society of Dermatopathology (ASDP) annual meeting being held Oct. 27-30, 2016 in Chicago, Ill.

31 Oct 2016

University of Limerick professor identifies mesentery as one continuous structure

A University of Limerick professor has identified an emerging area of science having reclassified part of the digestive system as an organ.

31 Oct 2016

Well-established screening tool may be over-diagnosing ADHD in children with autism, study finds

A well-established screening tool used to assess children for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may be less accurate when a child has an autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

31 Oct 2016

New approach may help primary care clinicians to diagnose many patients with COPD

With five simple questions and an inexpensive peak expiratory flow (PEF) meter, primary care clinicians may be able to diagnose many more patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, according to new research published online in the American Thoracic Society's American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine. Follow

31 Oct 2016

Haiti’s Ministry of Health takes action to control cholera in areas affected by Hurricane Matthew

The Haitian Ministry of Health (MSPP) is setting up a vaccination campaign against cholera in areas ravaged by Hurricane Matthew, with support from the Pan American Health Organization / World Health Organization (PAHO / WHO).

31 Oct 2016

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Study estimates prevalence of self-reported immunosuppressed adults in the U.S.

New sperm research could lead to better infertility treatment decisions

Measles complication that kills children more common than previously thought

OCT offers safe and better guidance for patients undergoing PCI to treat coronary artery disease

New app detects 99% more health symptoms for college athletes than traditional surveillance

Nano-biointeraction and nanopathology

Dr. Schumacher unveils ready-to-use disinfection wipes at MEDICA 2016

Queensland prostate cancer experts to lead world’s first survivorship centre

Qioptiq launches 1.73x Tube Lens to optimize mag.x system 125 for 35mm camera format sensors

Researchers identify drug-resistant superbug in Australian domestic animal

DePuy Synthes announces availability of ‘Expert Tibial Nail PROtect’ to reduce implant related infections

New partnership-funded research could lead to better treatment for birdshot

BetterYou’s vitamin D oral sprays win hat trick awards

Experts meet at Hyderabad for four-day World Stroke Congress

Shire announces recipients of 2016 Excellence in ADHD Patient Group Awards

Myriad Genetics presents research data that validates accuracy of myPath Melanoma test

University of Limerick professor identifies mesentery as one continuous structure

Well-established screening tool may be over-diagnosing ADHD in children with autism, study finds

New approach may help primary care clinicians to diagnose many patients with COPD

Haiti’s Ministry of Health takes action to control cholera in areas affected by Hurricane Matthew

Lab Matters host Harriet Gould on building a more connected lab community

The Critical Role of Sample Storage in Drug Discovery and Development

Advancing Neuroscience Research Through Collaboration and Patient-Centered Innovation

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