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Image: A new study suggests electrical grounding improves vagal tone in neonates in the NICU (Photo courtesy of PSU).

Electrical Grounding Technique Improves NICU Outcomes

A new study suggests that grounding can moderate preterm infants' electromagnetic exposure in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), improving vagal tone (VT). Read more
15 Aug 2017 | Critical Care
Image: New research shows fiber-reinforced hydrogels are five times stronger than steel (Photo courtesy of Hokkaido University).

Fiber-Reinforced Hydrogel Proves Stronger Than Steel

A new study describes novel fiber reinforced soft composites (FRSCs) that could be used to manufacture biocompatible ligaments and tendons. Read more
14 Aug 2017 | Surgical Techniques
Image: A new study shows aspiration and stent receivers show equal success during revascularization (Photo courtesy of Alamy).

Aspiration Fails to Improve Stroke Thrombectomy Outcomes

Contact aspiration does not show any real advantage over stent retrievers during revascularization for an ischemic stroke, according to a new study. Read more
14 Aug 2017 | Critical Care
Image: Uganda hosted the first African regional conference on menstrual hygiene management (Photo courtesy of James Kiyimba).

Reusable Product Could Help Women in Developing Countries

A novel sanitary pad made from quick drying, recyclable, and reusable material is intended for women in the third world. Read more
10 Aug 2017 | Women's Health
Image: The Q-Flow surgical light is designed to reduce laminar airflow (Photo courtesy of Merivaara).

New Surgical Light Reduces Risk of Hospital Infections

An innovative operating room light improves laminar airflow, so that sterile conditions are maintained and the risk of infection is reduced. Read more
09 Aug 2017 | Surgical Techniques
Image: A new study found the blue light emitted by digital devices can disrupt sleep by suppressing melatonin (Photo courtesy of Deposit Photos).

Digital Device Light Emissions Increase Sleep Dysfunction

Blue light emitted from the screens of electronic devices suppress melatonin by activating intrinsically photosensitive retinal ganglion cells (ipRGCs), according to a new study. Read more
09 Aug 2017 | Critical Care
Image: The American College of Cardiology, together with several prominent hospitals in central and eastern China, is debuting a series of educational forums on valvular heart disease prevention, diagnosis, and management (Photo courtesy of iStock).

ACC to Launch Valvular Heart Disease Program in China

The American College of Cardiology (ACC; Washington, DC, USA), together with several prominent hospitals in central and eastern China, is debuting a series of educational forums on valvular heart disease prevention, diagnosis, and management. Read more
08 Aug 2017 | Hospital News
Image: Associate professor Julie Liu (L) and doctoral student Sydney Hollingshead prepare to test the new protein-based adhesive (Photo courtesy of Erin Easterling / Purdue).

Innovative Surgical Glue Could Replace Sutures and Staples

Adhesive proteins produced by mussels could be the basis for bioinspired, non-toxic surgical glue for moist environments, according to a new study. Read more
08 Aug 2017 | Surgical Techniques

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Image: The CompuFlo Epidural Computer Controlled Anesthesia System (Photo courtesy of Milestone Medical).

Computerized Anesthesia System Identifies Epidural Space

A novel anesthesia system provides objective visual and audible pressure feedback, allowing anesthesiologists to correctly identify the epidural space. The CompuFlo Epidural Computer Controlled Anesthesia... Read more

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Image: A new study suggests bleeding complications following TAVR can predict mortality (Photo courtesy of Shutterstock).

TAVR Bleeding Complications Can Predict Mortality

Patients with severe aortic stenosis who experience bleeding complications following transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) face an increased risk for mortality, according to a new study.... Read more

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Image: New research shows acupuncture can reduce menstruation pain (Photo courtesy of Getty Images).

Acupuncture Found Effective for Relieving Period Pain

The intensity and duration of period pain (dysmenorrhea) can be reduced by up to 50% by administering manual acupuncture, according to a new study. Researchers at Western Sydney University (WSU; Australia)... Read more

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Robotic Device Helps Stroke Survivors Recover Movement
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Image: Research shows implementing a patient discharge plan can reduce readmission rates (Photo courtesy of AdobeStock).

Hospital Discharge Program Improves Patient Experience

A standardized hospital-based program provides patients and caregivers the information they need to continue care at home. Developed at Boston Medical Center (BMC, MA, USA) and Torrance Memorial Health... Read more

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Virtual Reality System Helps Reassure Surgical Patients
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Image: Google search trends can help identify dengue outbreaks (Photo courtesy of Google).

Google Searches Can Track Dengue Fever Outbreaks

An analytical tool that combines Google (Mountain View, CA, USA) search data with government-provided clinical data can quickly and accurately track dengue fever in less-developed countries, according... Read more

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South Australia to Inaugurate Upscale Hospital
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Image: The Harvard School of Public Health (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia).

Mortality Rates Lower at Major Teaching Hospitals

Admission to an academic medical center (AMC) is associated with a lower overall 30-day risk of death compared with admission to a non-teaching hospital, according to a new study. Researchers at Harvard... Read more

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Image: Royal Philips has signed an agreement to acquire Respiratory Technologies, which will serve to expand the product portfolio of Philips (Photo courtesy of iStock).

Philips Acquires Respiratory Technologies to Expand Product Portfolio

Royal Philips has signed an agreement to acquire Respiratory Technologies, Inc., which provides airway clearance solution for patients with chronic respiratory conditions, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary... Read more

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