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Researcher finds simple blood test that predicts person's risk for sudden cardiac death

A researcher at the Cardiovascular Institute (CVI) at Rhode Island, The Miriam and Newport hospitals has found that a simple blood test can predict a person's risk for sudden cardiac death, enabling physicians to more quickly and accurately assess a patient's need for an implantable cardiac defibrillator (ICD).

3 Apr 2014

Counting will continue after 'official' deadline

The counting goes on as federal and state exchange officials tally consumers who are taking advantage of various extensions to sign up late. Efforts to determine whether the overhaul is working also continue.

3 Apr 2014

Cardinal Health agrees to acquire AccessClosure for $320 million

Cardinal Health today announced an agreement to acquire privately held AccessClosure Inc., a leading manufacturer and distributor of extravascular closure devices in the United States, for $320 million. Subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory clearances, the all-cash transaction is expected to close by early June 2014.

3 Apr 2014

Frail elderly people are at increased risk of death from outbreaks of viral gastroenteritis

Frail elderly people living in residential care facilities are at increased risk of severe illness or death from outbreaks of viral gastroenteritis.

3 Apr 2014

Fathers who started smoking before 11 tend to have obese sons

Men who started smoking regularly before the age of 11 had sons who, on average, had 5-10kg more body fat than their peers by the time they were in their teens, according to new research from the Children of the 90s study at the University of Bristol.

3 Apr 2014

Susan G. Komen announces new grants to seven breast cancer organizations

Susan G. Komen today announced more than $1.89 million in new grants to seven breast cancer organizations serving the National Capital Region. The announcement came during the Susan G. Komen Global Race for the Cure Media Kickoff Event and Survivor Roundtable marking the official start of activities leading up to the 25th Global Race for the Cure May 10 on the National Mall.

3 Apr 2014

Study examines relationship between soda consumption and eating disorder pathology

Obesity is a major public health concern in the USA and throughout the world. And whilst we all know that sugary, fizzy drinks such as soda are contributing to increasing waist lines, do we know about the link between soda and eating disorders?

3 Apr 2014

CafePress partners with Autism Speaks and Autistic Self Advocacy Network to support Autism Awareness Month

For the fifth year in a row, CafePress, the leading source for high-quality custom printed products, is supporting Autism Awareness Month through its partnership with Autism Speaks, and Autistic Self Advocacy Network. During the month of April, CafePress will donate to the two organizations a portion of proceeds from sales of user-designed autism awareness t-shirts and other merchandise on cafepress.com.

3 Apr 2014

Ryan plan would repeal health law, offer private option Medicare

The budget proposal by Rep. Paul Ryan, House Budget chairman and a possible Republican contender for the White House in 2016, would repeal the health law but maintain its savings and taxes. Beginning with those who turn 65 in 2024, it would offer seniors a fixed amount to purchase a private plan or traditional fee for service Medicare.

3 Apr 2014

New evidence indicates another risk factor for young adults consuming energy drinks

Newfound evidence indicates another risk factor for young adults consuming energy drinks. A research team representing six American universities found that the frequency of energy drink use is associated with increased odds of illicit prescription stimulant medication use.

3 Apr 2014

Study: Good diet means healthy population with lower health costs

The idea that a good diet means a healthy population with lower health costs only holds true when it comes to emergency care, a study shows.

3 Apr 2014

Infants show unique physiological, behavioral responses to pleasant touch, says study

Infants show unique physiological and behavioral responses to pleasant touch, which may help to cement the bonds between child and parent and promote early social and physiological development, according to research published in Psychological Science, a journal of the Association for Psychological Science.

3 Apr 2014

Neuroscientists find lateral habenula of brain controls sensitivity to negative effects of drinking alcohol

As recovering spring breakers are regretting binge drinking escapades, it may be hard for them to appreciate that there is a positive side to the nausea, sleepiness, and stumbling.

3 Apr 2014

New research reveals that immunization can trigger distinct change in body odor

Our understanding of the role of body odor in conveying personal information continues to grow. New research from the Monell Chemical Senses Center and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reveals that immunization can trigger a distinct change in body odor. This is the first demonstration of a bodily odor change due to immune activation.

3 Apr 2014

Actavis opens new regional headquarters in Singapore

Actavis plc (NYSE: ACT), a leading global specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced the official opening of its new regional office in Singapore that will serve as the headquarters for the Company's Asia Pacific and Africa (APACA) region.

3 Apr 2014

Managing pregnancy-related complications: an interview with Dr. Mark Zakowski

Pregnancy-related mortality has increased over the last 25 years. Ten years ago the top three pregnancy-related mortality diagnoses were hemorrhage, preeclampsia, and embolism (includes thrombotic and amniotic).

2 Apr 2014

Scientists find that ingredients in chocolate may help prevent obesity

Improved thinking. Decreased appetite. Lowered blood pressure. The potential health benefits of dark chocolate keep piling up, and scientists are now homing in on what ingredients in chocolate might help prevent obesity, as well as type-2 diabetes. They found that one particular type of antioxidant in cocoa prevented laboratory mice from gaining excess weight and lowered their blood sugar levels. The report appears in ACS' Journal of Agricultural & Food Chemistry.

2 Apr 2014

Drinking two or more cups of coffee each day reduces risk of death from liver cirrhosis by 66%

New research reveals that consuming two or more cups of coffee each day reduces the risk of death from liver cirrhosis by 66%, specifically cirrhosis caused by non-viral hepatitis. Findings in Hepatology, a journal published by Wiley on behalf of the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases, show that tea, fruit juice, and soft drink consumption are not linked to cirrhosis mortality risk. As with previous studies heavy alcohol use was found to increase risk of death from cirrhosis.

2 Apr 2014

Adenoma detection rates track future risk of colorectal cancer, study finds

A study of over 224,000 patients and more than 314,000 colonoscopies found that adenoma detection rates closely tracked the future risk of colorectal cancer. The study was published in The New England Journal of Medicine.

2 Apr 2014

RFS introduces RF Assure Delivery System for improving birth safety at 2014 AORN national meeting

RF Surgical Systems Inc., the market leader in retained surgical item detection, debuted the RF Assure Delivery System for improving birth safety this week at the 2014 AORN national meeting of perioperative nurses in Chicago. The new system is specifically designed to prevent retained surgical sponges that are used during labor and delivery.

2 Apr 2014

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Researcher finds simple blood test that predicts person's risk for sudden cardiac death

Counting will continue after 'official' deadline

Cardinal Health agrees to acquire AccessClosure for $320 million

Frail elderly people are at increased risk of death from outbreaks of viral gastroenteritis

Fathers who started smoking before 11 tend to have obese sons

Susan G. Komen announces new grants to seven breast cancer organizations

Study examines relationship between soda consumption and eating disorder pathology

CafePress partners with Autism Speaks and Autistic Self Advocacy Network to support Autism Awareness Month

Ryan plan would repeal health law, offer private option Medicare

New evidence indicates another risk factor for young adults consuming energy drinks

Study: Good diet means healthy population with lower health costs

Infants show unique physiological, behavioral responses to pleasant touch, says study

Neuroscientists find lateral habenula of brain controls sensitivity to negative effects of drinking alcohol

New research reveals that immunization can trigger distinct change in body odor

Actavis opens new regional headquarters in Singapore

Managing pregnancy-related complications: an interview with Dr. Mark Zakowski

Scientists find that ingredients in chocolate may help prevent obesity

Drinking two or more cups of coffee each day reduces risk of death from liver cirrhosis by 66%

Adenoma detection rates track future risk of colorectal cancer, study finds

RFS introduces RF Assure Delivery System for improving birth safety at 2014 AORN national meeting

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