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Digital mammography plus digital breast tomosynthesis may decrease patient recall rates
Nationally, about ten percent of women in the US are recalled for a second mammogram after an abnormality is detected on the first one - for most women this can...
Study: Healthy Pregnant Women Should Exercise
Exercising while pregnant is beneficial and should be recommended, even to those who have not previously exercised, study says
New Tool May Help With Early Detection Of Deadly Pancreatic Cancer
A new diagnostic tool has shown promising results when used with patients of pancreatic cancer, one of the deadliest forms of cancer due to the difficulty of diagnosing it in...
Radiation exposure during interventional procedures a concern for some developing countries
Interventional radiology procedures are on the rise in developing countries and there is a significant need for optimisation of these procedures to ensure patient safety. Many facilities in these countries...
Anti-growth factor drugs raise hope and concern for treatment of children's eye diseases
A new class of antibody drugs may provide a powerful new tool for the treatment of eye diseases in children, but specialists need to be alert for the possibility of...
Why anorexic patients cling to their eating disorder
Anorexic patients drastically reduce food intake and are often not capable of changing their behaviour. This can lead to life-threatening weight loss. Using MRI technology, scientists at Heidelberg University Hospital...
Researchers effectively treat tumours with use of nanotubes
By injecting man-made, microscopic tubes into tumours and heating them with a quick, 30-second zap of a laser, scientists have discovered a way to effectively kill kidney tumours in nearly...
Project Zero Delay accelerates drug's path to clinical trial
A phase I clinical trial enrolled its first patient only two days after U.S. Food and Drug Administration clearance of the experimental drug for a first-in-human cancer trial, a milestone...
Groundbreaking study shows exercise benefits leukaemia patients
One of the most bothersome symptoms of leukaemia is extreme fatigue, and asking these patients to exercise doesn't sound like a way to help them feel better...
Vital Signs: Exercise: Workouts May Cut Cholesterol in Women
Even a little extra physical activity can cut levels of cholesterol in women, a new study shows.
Researchers say after-school programs should promote activity, healthy nutrition
Children's after-school activities often consist of sedentary behavior such as watching television, but after-school programs that offer physical activity and healthy snacks could be the best place for children's health.
Millions Of US Children Low In Vitamin D
Seven out of 10 US children have low levels of vitamin D, raising their risk of bone and heart disease, according to a study of over 6,000 children.
Neck surgery for cervical spine disorders found to alleviate associated headaches
A new study published in the August 2009 issue of the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery (JBJS) finds that two years after anterior cervical neck operations, patients who have...
F.D.A. Rejects Savient’s Gout Drug
The maker of Krystexxa said regulators were concerned about changes to the manufacturing process.
Image is everything
Dual function agents lead to more control over radiopharmaceutical doses for cancer patients
Mothers need bottle information
Many mothers who bottle-feed put their babies at risk because they have not received adequate information, a review has revealed.
Feature: Fight tooth decay while you sleep
A new at-home treatment that reverses tooth decay could make trips to the dentist a lot less painful.
Scientists open doors to diagnosis of emphysema
Chronic inflammatory lung diseases like chronic bronchitis and emphysema are a major global health problem, and the fourth leading cause of death and disability in developed countries, with smoking accounting...
Dysport Deemed Safe, Effective Anti-wrinkle Treatment, Plastic Surgeons Say
The new anti-wrinkle facial filler Dysport, which could be used as an alternative to Botox, noticeably reduced frown lines between the eyes, according to users and independent reviewers in a...
New National Study Finds Increase In P.E. Class-related Injuries
The number of P.E.-related injuries to elementary, middle and high school students in the United States increased 150 percent between 1997 and 2007.
The Science Of Longer Lasting Lager
One of the long standing problems in the drinks industry is how to prevent chemical processes in the drinks compromising their taste, quality and shelf life. In particular, riboflavin (vitamin...
Debating prevention's place in healthcare bill
A draft Senate bill includes up to $10 billion for 'prevention and public health,' which could mean bike paths and farmers markets. Some lawmakers deride such measures as wasteful. As Congress struggles to...
Cochlear implants open deaf kids' ears to the world
The technology is 'close to a miracle,' a psychologist says. Can it work for little Tyler de Lara? Tyler de Lara, 2, thrashes on a gurney, tangled in his sheet, hospital gown and...
Bacterial Vaginosis Treatments: Probiotics Can Increase Effectiveness Of Some Antibiotic Therapies
Antimicrobial treatments for bacterial vaginosis are effective, but taking lactobacillus tablets alongside metronidazole antibiotic therapy increases effectiveness over taking this antibiotic alone, according to a new review. The researchers also...
Blood Pressure Targets: Aiming Lower Offers No Benefit, Review Finds
Aiming for lower than standard blood pressure targets offers no known clinical benefit, according to a new study. In a systematic review of the evidence, researchers found that using antihypertensive...
Previously Unseen Effects Of Protein Buildup In Diabetic Baboons' Pancreases Found
Undesirable protein deposits in the islets of Langerhans, the area of the pancreas that makes glucose-controlling hormones, are increased even when blood sugar levels are barely above normal, according to...
Hepatitis C Infection: Treatment Options Equally Effective, Likelihood Of Success Known Early On
Results of a long-awaited study of 3,070 American adults show that treatment with either of the two standard antiviral drug therapies is safe, and offers the best way for people...
Stress Signals Link Pre-existing Sickness With Susceptibility To Bacterial Infection
A new study shows that the stress signaling protein, AMPK, facilitates infection by harmful bacteria. AMPK is chronically elevated in some types of diseases, suggesting that this protein may cause...