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Virtual colonoscopy option could improve colorectal cancer screening rates, patient survey suggests
Providing computed tomography colonography -- otherwise known as virtual colonoscopy -- as an alternative to conventional colonoscopy could improve colorectal cancer screening rates, according to a new study.
Simple blood test helps predict chronic kidney disease
Measuring three biomarkers in a single blood sample may improve physicians' ability to identify patients at high risk of developing chronic kidney disease (CKD), according to a new study.
Dad's weight and diet linked to offspring's risk of diabetes
Medical researchers have for the first time shown a link between a father's weight and diet at the time of conception and an increased risk of diabetes in their offspring....
First implanted device to treat balance disorder developed
A University of Washington Medical Center patient is the world's first recipient of a device that aims to quell the disabling vertigo associated with Meniere's disease. The clinicians who developed...
Studies show everolimus-eluting stent implantation reduces restenosis and repeat revascularisation
Two new studies have determined that everolimus-eluting stent (EES) implantation reduced the incidence of restenosis and repeat revascularisation in patients with calcified culprit lesions, and had fewer clinical events. Results...
Conventional, annual Pap smear cost-effective follow-up after cervical lesion treatment
A study of the options for reducing cancer incidence and mortality among women who have been treated for precancerous cervical lesions found that an annual conventional Pap smear is a...
Adverse neighbourhood conditions greatly aggravate mobility problems from diabetes
A study published earlier this year in the peer reviewed online journal BMC Public Health has found that residing in a neighbourhood with adverse living conditions such as low air...
Forensic scientists use postmortem imaging-guided biopsy to determine natural causes of death
Researchers found that the combination of computed tomography (CT), postmortem CT angiography (CTA) and biopsy can serve as a minimally invasive option for determining natural causes of death such as...
Testing lifestyle changes to improve health for people with HIV infections
Between the demands of work, family and friends, many women find health takes a back seat. Women with HIV are no exception.
Promising new 'antigene' therapy uses light energy to silence gene activity
Antigene therapy is a promising new treatment strategy that uses a DNA-based drug to pinpoint light energy to a target gene shutting down its activity.
Too many sisters affect male sexuality
Growing up with lots of sisters makes a man less sexy. For rats, anyway. A new study finds that the sex ratio of a male rat's family when he's growing...
Chicago racial disparities in breast cancer mortality significantly higher than national average
Disparities in breast cancer mortality continue to be unacceptably high in Chicago and significantly larger than the national average according to new data released today at a rally sponsored by...
Telementoring may address need for surgical subspecialty expertise in remote locations
Telementoring may be an effective way for subspecialist surgeons to assist remotely located general surgeons in the care of patients in need of emergency subspecialty surgical procedures, according to new...
One step closer in finding treatment for amyloidosis
University College London scientists funded by the Medical Research Council (MRC) have devised a new approach to treatment of amyloidosis, according to new research published yesterday in Nature.
Pregnancy outcomes in overweight women improved with low-glycemic diet
Overweight and obese women following a low-glycemic-load diet during pregnancy are less likely to deliver early, have babies with larger head circumferences and show fewer cardiovascular risk factors than women...
EPA considers green work with tribes
SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 21 (UPI) -- More than 20 percent of the tribal governments in the U.S. Pacific Southwest don't have access to safe drinking water and basic sanitation,...
The New Old Age: The Next Public Health Crisis: Longevity
One of the nation's largest public health schools begins to ponder aging as a national emergency.
Alums receive Hiram Hunn Award
Each year the Harvard Admissions Office honors some of its most loyal and longtime volunteers in schools committee work all over the globe. The Hiram Hunn Award recognizes alumni and alumnae who have...
Mutation rids leukaemia
Researchers find that an additional mutation in mice results in the deletion of a cancer-causing gene and halting blood cancer.
Some leukemia patients may be able to safely stop treatment
(PhysOrg.com) -- New medical trials suggest some chronic leukemia patients who are in complete remission may be cured by the standard drug used to treat the condition and can safely...
Open enrollment to begin Oct. 28
Open enrollment for Harvard employees begins Oct. 28 and runs through Nov. 12. Each year at this time employees have the opportunity to make changes to their participation in the University’s benefit plans,...
Sex, lies and pomegranate juice focus of US legal battle
If the claims are to be believed, pomegranate juice can change your life, preventing prostate and breast cancer, protecting against heart disease and even alleviating erectile dysfunction.
Taking a second look at evidence for the 'varying' fine-structure constant
(PhysOrg.com) -- A few weeks ago, a group of scientists from Australia posted a study at arXiv.org that showed evidence that the fine-structure constant may not actually be a constant....
Water Scarcity a Bond Risk, Study Warns
Researchers say that many municipal bonds may be riskier than investors realize because ratings do not adequately reflect the risks of water shortages.
Recipes for Health: Scrambled Eggs With Peppers
This dish, a classic French piperade, relies on vitamin-rich peppers.
Graco Recalls Strollers on Strangulation Concerns
The Graco products, sold before 2008, were linked to the strangulation of four infants.
Canada 'research integrity' council recommended
Canada should establish a new agency to help reduce the incidence of scientists falsifying data, misusing research funds or other misconduct, an expert panel recommends.
The Medical Minute: There's no trick to a safe Halloween
Halloween is supposed to be a spooky night, but parents dont have to be scared about their kids safety if they follow some simple safety tips from Safe Kids Dauphin...