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White House officials say 20% won't be able to complete HealthCare.gov process to buy insurance

In a progress report, Obama administration officials are predicting that, despite fixes that have been made, one in five people won't be able to buy health insurance via the online process. Still, the pace of enrollments has more than doubled, the New York Times reports.

20 Nov 2013

Findings could potentially save millions of people from having unnecessary cardiac catheterization

An ultrafast, 320-detector computed tomography scanner that shows both anatomy within coronary arteries and blood flow can accurately sort out which people need - or don't need - an invasive procedure to identify coronary blockages, according to an international study. The researchers say their findings could potentially save millions of people worldwide from having an unnecessary cardiac catheterization.

20 Nov 2013

Study finds resveratrol in colored vegetables, fruits may block effects of methamphetamine

Studies have shown that resveratrol, a natural compound found in colored vegetables, fruits and especially grapes, may minimize the impact of Parkinson's disease, stroke and Alzheimer's disease in those who maintain healthy diets or who regularly take resveratrol supplements.

20 Nov 2013

Data from CT scans can be used with 3-D printers to make accurate copies of fossilized bones

Data from computed tomography (CT) scans can be used with three-dimensional (3-D) printers to make accurate copies of fossilized bones, according to new research published online in the journal Radiology.

20 Nov 2013

Customers of full-service restaurants use nutritional labeling on menus to make healthier food choices

An evaluation team led by the Drexel University School of Public Health has published a new study demonstrating that customers of full-service restaurants use nutritional labeling on menus to make healthier food choices.

20 Nov 2013

New paper highlights correlations between changes in natural systems and potential health outcomes

A new paper from members of the HEAL (Health & Ecosystems: Analysis of Linkages) consortium delineates a new branch of environmental health that focuses on the public health risks of human-caused changes to Earth's natural systems.

20 Nov 2013

Study finds patients with focal epilepsy have widespread, abnormal connections in their brains

Patients with the most common form of focal epilepsy have widespread, abnormal connections in their brains that could provide clues toward diagnosis and treatment, according to a new study published online in the journal Radiology.

20 Nov 2013

RAS, Sutter Health join to provide medical care and services for patients in greater Sacramento region

Sutter Health and Radiological Associates of Sacramento have agreed to join forces in providing diagnostic imaging and radiation oncology services across the greater Sacramento region.

20 Nov 2013

Mixture of blue and red LED lights recommended to enhance lettuce quality, yield

In the life cycle of plants, most developmental processes are dependent on light. Significant biological processes such as germination, shade avoidance, circadian rhythms, and flower induction are all affected by light.

20 Nov 2013

Findings underscore importance of obesity prevention and nutrition in addressing metabolic syndrome

Data reported by the Hearts Beat Back: The Heart of New Ulm Project reinforce the positive influence of lifestyle factors in mitigating risks that potentially increase the likelihood of heart disease and other health problems. Findings based on 1,059 residents of New Ulm, Minn, underscore the importance of obesity prevention and nutrition, specifically eating more fruits and vegetables, in addressing metabolic syndrome, a common precursor to cardiovascular disease.

20 Nov 2013

Teens who experience deployment of parent in military are more likely to be depressed

It is widely known that deployment is stressful for military families, including their children. A new study in the Journal of Adolescent Health finds that teens from military families are more likely to feel sad or hopeless, have thoughts about suicide and symptoms of depression than teens of civilian families.

20 Nov 2013

Minn., Mass. officials say they will not follow Obama's advice on fixing canceled policies, but N.C. does

States are considering whether to allow insurers to continue offering current plans that are sold on the individual market and that don't meet the standards of the health law. The president suggested that fix last week.

20 Nov 2013

SimPraxis surgical simulation platform now available on iOS

Red Llama, Inc. announced today that the SimPraxis surgical simulation platform is now available on iOS and the SimPraxis Laparoscopic Hysterectomy Trainer was released to the Apple App Store. The Trainer can be purchased from the iTunes App Store on your computer or from the App Store app on your iPad.

20 Nov 2013

Women who attempted VBAC had 63% successful natural delivery

Almost two-thirds of women who attempt a natural delivery after having a caesarean section for their first birth are successful, according to a new study published today (20 November) in BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology.

20 Nov 2013

WHO continues to coordinate deployment of foreign medical teams in Philippines

More than 10 days after Super Typhoon Haiyan devastated the central Philippines, WHO is continuing to coordinate the deployment of foreign medical teams with an immediate focus on injured and traumatized survivors and an eye towards the people's longer-term health needs.

20 Nov 2013

Contraception coverage, abortion loom as issues for high court and advocacy groups

Advocacy groups are wondering about a future boomerang affect of the "nuclear option," which could keep Senate Republicans from filibustering judicial nominations.

20 Nov 2013

Research provides first rigorous comparison of 2 surgical approaches for severe heart valve disease

New research presented today at the 2013 Scientific Sessions of the American Heart Association by researchers at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvaniafound no difference in outcomes at one-year between two recommended surgical options for treating ischemic mitral regurgitation (IMR) - repair of the leaky valve or its replacement with an artificial valve.

20 Nov 2013

New approach may help researchers find new drugs for human diseases

A team of biochemists and mathematicians have developed a sophisticated geometric model to predict how a biological molecule will interact with water molecules, computing the results up to 20 times faster than other existing approaches. This new approach may help researchers find new drugs to treat human diseases, said the team, who described their theoretical approach in the Journal of Chemical Physics, which is produced by AIP Publishing.

20 Nov 2013

Youth prefer rapid point-of-care HIV tests than traditional blood tests

Youth prefer, accept and receive HIV results more often when offered rapid finger prick or saliva swab tests rather than traditional blood tests according to a study by researchers at St. Michael's Hospital.

20 Nov 2013

Many primary care pediatricians feel uncomfortable in providing care to patients with genetic disorders

Many primary care pediatricians say they feel uncomfortable providing health care to patients with genetic disorders. Also, many do not consistently discuss all risks and benefits of genetic tests with patients, according to research published today in the American Journal of Medical Genetics.

20 Nov 2013

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White House officials say 20% won't be able to complete HealthCare.gov process to buy insurance

Findings could potentially save millions of people from having unnecessary cardiac catheterization

Study finds resveratrol in colored vegetables, fruits may block effects of methamphetamine

Data from CT scans can be used with 3-D printers to make accurate copies of fossilized bones

Customers of full-service restaurants use nutritional labeling on menus to make healthier food choices

New paper highlights correlations between changes in natural systems and potential health outcomes

Study finds patients with focal epilepsy have widespread, abnormal connections in their brains

RAS, Sutter Health join to provide medical care and services for patients in greater Sacramento region

Mixture of blue and red LED lights recommended to enhance lettuce quality, yield

Findings underscore importance of obesity prevention and nutrition in addressing metabolic syndrome

Teens who experience deployment of parent in military are more likely to be depressed

Minn., Mass. officials say they will not follow Obama's advice on fixing canceled policies, but N.C. does

SimPraxis surgical simulation platform now available on iOS

Women who attempted VBAC had 63% successful natural delivery

WHO continues to coordinate deployment of foreign medical teams in Philippines

Contraception coverage, abortion loom as issues for high court and advocacy groups

Research provides first rigorous comparison of 2 surgical approaches for severe heart valve disease

New approach may help researchers find new drugs for human diseases

Youth prefer rapid point-of-care HIV tests than traditional blood tests

Many primary care pediatricians feel uncomfortable in providing care to patients with genetic disorders

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