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Image: An antigravity treadmill can help knee surgery patients run again (Photo courtesy of Karen Hambly / University of Kent).

Anti-Gravity Treadmill Facilitates Knee Surgery Recuperation

A new study describes how a graduated return to running using an anti-gravity treadmill can enhance self-efficacy and subjective knee function. Read more
17 Jul 2017 | Surgical Techniques
Image: The DigniCap scalp cooling system (Photo courtesy of Dignitana).

Cooling Cap Reduce Alopecia During Chemotherapy

A cooling system intended for breast cancer patient receiving chemotherapy can also reduce hair loss (alopecia) in solid tumor cancer patients. Read more
17 Jul 2017 | Critical Care
Image: New research shows misoprostol tablets are better than Foley catheterization for labor induction (Photo courtesy of Getty Images).

Misoprostol Preferred in Preeclampsia Labor Induction

A new study concludes that low dose misoprostol is preferable for inducing labor in women with preeclampsia in low resource settings. Read more
13 Jul 2017 | Women's Health
Image: A new study suggests hand washing is not enough to control MRSA transmission (Photo courtesy of Getty Images).

MRSA Transmission Possible Even with Optimal Hygiene

A new study claims that even if hospital workers follow hospital hand washing guidelines to the letter, methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) can still be transmitted among newborns. Read more
13 Jul 2017 | Critical Care
Image: According to a new study, MIS shows better outcomes in most surgical procedures (Photo courtesy of Alamy).

MIS Outcomes Beat Open Surgery Stats

Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) leads to more favorable 30-day postoperative outcomes when compared to traditional open surgery, according to a new study. Read more
12 Jul 2017 | Surgical Techniques
Image: The SmartMat, a part of the Remote Temperature Monitoring System (Photo courtesy of Podimetrics).

Remote Technology Identifies Diabetic Foot Ulcers

New monitoring technology based on a temperature sensitive mat can identify burgeoning hot spots, helping to prevent diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs). Read more
12 Jul 2017 | Critical Care
Image: Granular jamming cap (L) compared to current elastic headband (R) (Photo courtesy of Joseph Howell / Vanderbilt).

Head Position Cap Improves Endonasal Surgery

A granular jamming cap filled with coffee grounds conforms closely to the shape of a patient’s head, helping surgeons to better track movements. Read more
11 Jul 2017 | Surgical Techniques
Image: The SNDA-AST quickly analyzes bacteria isolated from patients with infections (Photo courtesy of Technion).

New Diagnostic System Customizes Antibiotic Treatments

Nanotechnology, image processing tools, and statistical analysis can enable faster diagnostics and earlier and more effective treatment of infectious bacteria, according to a new study. Read more
11 Jul 2017 | Critical Care

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Image: A new study suggests that overweight or slightly obese people have a greater chance of surviving a stroke (Photo courtesy of Shutterstock).

Mild Obesity Provides Better Survival Following Stroke

Overweight and mildly obese people have better 10-year survival after ischemic stroke compared with normal-weight peers, according to a new study. Researchers at Boston University (BU; MA, USA) conducted... Read more

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Magnetic Technology Creates Easy Endovascular Access
Image: A new study shows additive manufacturing 3D printing technologies can be used to produce transcutaneous osseointegrated prostheses (Photo courtesy of UNC).

3D-Printed Implants Improve Amputee Prosthetics Integration

A new study shows that three dimensional (3D) additive manufacturing (AM) printing technologies can be used to customize implant surface textures and geometries to match the specific anatomy of human amputees.... Read more

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Image: A new study suggests exposure to Paracetamol during pregnancy can impair male development (Photo courtesy of Shutterstock).

Prenatal Exposure to Paracetamol Impairs Masculinization

A new study suggests that paracetamol/acetaminophen (N-Acetyl-p-Aminophenol; APAP) can inhibit androgens and prostaglandin action during fetal development, resulting in reduced sex drive and impaired male... Read more

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Novel Stretcher Could Prevent Neonatal Deaths in Ambulances
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Image: An experimental setup for the estimation of 3DOF human forearm and wrist impedance (Photo courtesy of UNIST).

Robotic Device Helps Stroke Survivors Recover Movement

A new study describes how robotic-assisted rehabilitation therapy can assess muscle activity and movement dysfunction in stroke survivors, helping to improve their mobility. Developed by researchers... Read more

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Image: Dr. Temple measuring macular pigment density (Photo courtesy of Shelby Temple / University of Bristol).

Novel Ophthalmic Device Screens AMD Susceptibility

An innovative device rapidly assesses macular pigment density, a marker for increased risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the worldwide leading cause of incurable blindness in people over 55.... Read more

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South Australia to Inaugurate Upscale Hospital
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Research Center Tackles Antimicrobial Drugs Challenge
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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