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Special issue of JACR focuses on the role of imaging-based screening in preventive medicine

To be published online Monday, Dec. 2, a special issue of the Journal of the American College of Radiology addresses imaging-based screening and radiology's increasing role in preventive medicine. Topics covered include breast density legislation, digital breast tomosynthesis (or 3-D mammography), lung cancer screening and computed tomography colonography reimbursement.

2 Dec 2013

PRP therapy improves functionality of tendons in athletes with degenerative disease

Ultrasound-guided delivery of platelet-rich plasma improves functionality and reduces recovery time in athletes with degenerative disease in their tendons, according to a study being presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America.

2 Dec 2013

Stroke patients report improvements in their motor function using novel rehabilitation device

Using a novel stroke rehabilitation device that converts an individual's thoughts to electrical impulses to move upper extremities, stroke patients reported improvements in their motor function and ability to perform activities of daily living. Results of the study were presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America.

2 Dec 2013

MRI provides noninvasive way to measure iron levels in the brains of ADHD people

Magnetic resonance imaging provides a noninvasive way to measure iron levels in the brains of people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, according to a study being presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America. Researchers said the method could help physicians and parents make better informed decisions about medication.

2 Dec 2013

Soldiers who suffer blast-induced MTBI exhibit long-term brain differences

Using a special type of magnetic resonance imaging, researchers have found that soldiers who suffered mild traumatic brain injury induced by blast exposure exhibit long-term brain differences, according to a study being presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America.

2 Dec 2013

Study reveals effect of energy drinks on the function of the heart

Healthy adults who consumed energy drinks high in caffeine and taurine had significantly increased heart contraction rates one hour later, according to a study presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America.

2 Dec 2013

USC scientists show gene-environment interaction augments risk for developing autism

Exposure to air pollution appears to increase the risk for autism among people who carry a genetic disposition for the neurodevelopmental disorder, according to newly published research led by scientists at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California.

2 Dec 2013

World-class Krembil Discovery Tower now opens in Canada

The Honourable Dr. K. Kellie Leitch, Minister of Labour and Minister of Status of Women congratulated Toronto Western Hospital today on the opening of the Krembil Discovery Tower, a facility dedicated to research excellence, training the next generation of medical professionals and improving health care for patients across Canada.

2 Dec 2013

Scientists transform human stem cells into functional lung and airway cells

For the first time, scientists have succeeded in transforming human stem cells into functional lung and airway cells. The advance, reported by Columbia University Medical Center researchers, has significant potential for modeling lung disease, screening drugs, studying human lung development, and, ultimately, generating lung tissue for transplantation.

2 Dec 2013

Researchers discover promising new approach for colorectal cancer treatment

Scientists and surgeons at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre have discovered a promising new approach to treating colorectal cancer by disarming the gene that drives self-renewal in stem cells that are the root cause of disease, resistance to treatment and relapse. Colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer-related death in the Western world.

2 Dec 2013

Nanosponge vaccine blocks adverse effects of alpha-haemolysin toxin from MRSA

Nanosponges that soak up a dangerous pore-forming toxin produced by MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) could serve as a safe and effective vaccine against this toxin. This "nanosponge vaccine" enabled the immune systems of mice to block the adverse effects of the alpha-haemolysin toxin from MRSA-both within the bloodstream and on the skin. Nanoengineers from the University of California, San Diego described the safety and efficacy of this nanosponge vaccine in the December 1 issue of Nature Nanotechnology.

2 Dec 2013

GE Healthcare introduces new Invenia Automated Breast Ultrasound System at RSNA 2013

GE Healthcare, a unit of General Electric Company, introduced today the new Invenia Automated Breast Ultrasound System at the 2013 Radiological Society of North America annual meeting.

2 Dec 2013

Toshiba's Dose Tracking System optimizes dose management to improve patient safety

For the first time ever, clinicians have the flexibility to track X-ray skin dose exposure in real time during interventional procedures with Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.'s Dose Tracking System. FDA cleared on Toshiba's InfinixTM-i cardiovascular X-ray systems for use in pediatric and adult cardiac and abdominal procedures, the new technology is Toshiba's latest advancement in optimizing dose management to improve patient safety.

2 Dec 2013

Administration gives positive progress report on health care website fixes

Obama administration officials announced Sunday morning that they had met their deadline in terms of making improvements to healthcare.gov.

1 Dec 2013

InnaVirVax starts VAC-3S Phase 2 clinical trial for treatment of HIV-1 infection

InnaVirVax SA today announced the initiation of a Phase 2 clinical trial assessing the therapeutic properties of the VAC-3S vaccine when combined with standard antiretroviral therapy in the course of HIV-1 infection.

1 Dec 2013

NDSC offers free trial access to ACR Select portal

National Decision Support Company, the American College of Radiology's partner for the distribution of the ACR Appropriateness Criteria is offering free trial access to its ACR Select portal.

1 Dec 2013

Royal Philips showcases EPIQ and AlluraClarity systems at RSNA 2013

Today, at the 99th Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America in Chicago, Royal Philips showcases its EPIQ premium ultrasound system that combines an exceptional level of clinical performance, advanced system intelligence and intuitive design, and its AlluraClarity interventional X-ray system that provides high quality imaging for a comprehensive range of clinical procedures, achieving excellent visibility at low X-ray dose levels for patients of all sizes.

From Philips Healthcare 1 Dec 2013

HeartWare International acquires CircuLite

HeartWare International, Inc., a leading innovator of less invasive, miniaturized circulatory support technologies that are revolutionizing the treatment of advanced heart failure, today announced that it has acquired CircuLite, Inc. – developer of the SYNERGY Circulatory Support System, designed to treat less sick, ambulatory, chronic heart failure patients who are not yet inotrope-dependent.

1 Dec 2013

People with CFS to benefit from Griffith’s National Centre for Neuroimmunology and Emerging Diseases

People living with chronic fatigue are set to benefit with the opening next week (Dec 2), of the National Centre for Neuroimmunology and Emerging Diseases at Griffith University.

30 Nov 2013

Researchers examine how spindle apparatus self-organizes

Researchers at Waseda University in Japan have identified key information to help explain the formation of the "spindle apparatus", a structure required for cell division. Their findings shed light on the mechanisms behind "self-organization" - an essential characteristic of biological structures.

30 Nov 2013

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Special issue of JACR focuses on the role of imaging-based screening in preventive medicine

PRP therapy improves functionality of tendons in athletes with degenerative disease

Stroke patients report improvements in their motor function using novel rehabilitation device

MRI provides noninvasive way to measure iron levels in the brains of ADHD people

Soldiers who suffer blast-induced MTBI exhibit long-term brain differences

Study reveals effect of energy drinks on the function of the heart

USC scientists show gene-environment interaction augments risk for developing autism

World-class Krembil Discovery Tower now opens in Canada

Scientists transform human stem cells into functional lung and airway cells

Researchers discover promising new approach for colorectal cancer treatment

Nanosponge vaccine blocks adverse effects of alpha-haemolysin toxin from MRSA

GE Healthcare introduces new Invenia Automated Breast Ultrasound System at RSNA 2013

Toshiba's Dose Tracking System optimizes dose management to improve patient safety

Administration gives positive progress report on health care website fixes

InnaVirVax starts VAC-3S Phase 2 clinical trial for treatment of HIV-1 infection

NDSC offers free trial access to ACR Select portal

Royal Philips showcases EPIQ and AlluraClarity systems at RSNA 2013

HeartWare International acquires CircuLite

People with CFS to benefit from Griffith’s National Centre for Neuroimmunology and Emerging Diseases

Researchers examine how spindle apparatus self-organizes

Advancing Motor Neuron Disease Diagnosis with Non-Invasive Ultrasound and AI

How agentic AI is reshaping laboratory workflows

Fourier 80: bringing benchtop NMR systems to the laboratory

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