University of Cincinnati
Real time optical detection of medical biomarkers shows real promise
Through the efforts and successes of University of Cincinnati researchers, we will one day live in a world with inexpensive, portable detection devices for home use. The application of direct concern now ...
Medical research
Aug 20, 2012 |
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Reduce esophageal cancer danger by knowing risk factors
(Medical Xpress) -- As the American obesity epidemic has increased the past two decades, so has the rate of esophageal cancers. Clinician-scientists affiliated with the University of Cincinnati (UC) Cancer Institute say enhanced ...
Cancer
Aug 07, 2012 |
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Including stroke severity in risk models improves mortality prediction
(Medical Xpress) -- Adding stroke severity to a hospital 30-day mortality model based on claims data for Medicare beneficiaries with acute ischemic stroke was associated with improvement in predicting the risk of death at ...
Health
Jul 20, 2012 |
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Laser treatment improves appearance in burn scars, study shows
In a collaboration among researchers at the University of Cincinnati (UC), Shriners Hospitals for Children–Cincinnati and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, burn and skin specialists have shown that use of ...
Surgery
Jul 16, 2012 |
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New research examines health behavior in long-term relationships
Women bear the brunt of being the health police in heterosexual marriages, but gay and lesbian couples are more likely to mutually influence each other's health habits – for better or for worse. The findings are reported ...
Health
Jun 11, 2012 |
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Obesity, exposure to pollutants affect asthma control
(Phys.org) -- Older adults who are obese or exposed to traffic pollutants are more likely to have poorly controlled asthma, according to University of Cincinnati (UC) researchers.
Immunology
Jun 04, 2012 |
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Vaccinations of U.S. children declined after publication of a now-refuted autism risk: study
(Medical Xpress) -- New University of Cincinnati research has found that fewer parents in the United States vaccinated their children in the wake of concerns about a purported link (now widely discredited) ...
Medications
Jun 04, 2012 |
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Complementary techniques beneficial for reducing stress
(Medical Xpress) -- We’ve all said it; those two words that sum up a bad day or an unexpected expense: I’m stressed.
Psychology & Psychiatry
Jun 01, 2012 |
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World 'no tobacco day' puts spotlight on dangers of smoking
It’s not just smokers who are at-risk when it comes to tobacco smoke exposure—and the health concerns of smoking cigarettes are not limited to the most known consequence: lung cancer.
Health
May 25, 2012 |
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Nonsmoking lung cancer survivor encourages others to consider risk
Carol Seibert had an upper respiratory infection she just couldn’t seem to shake. The timing of her illness was awful, as she had just returned from a trip to Florida for her youngest son’s surgery and was preparing ...
Cancer
May 25, 2012 |
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Surgery may be best for certain back conditions
Orthopedic spine surgery may be more effective than non-surgical treatment for low back disorders.
Surgery
May 18, 2012 |
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New study examines what could predict children's snack choices
Attitudes, relationships, intentions and personal behavior control are all factors that could affect a child's decision in either reaching for an apple or grabbing a bag of chips, according to a new study out of the University ...
Health
May 07, 2012 |
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Accountability, transparency key themes in 'New' UC clinical model
Action is the foundational key to success. The triumph—or failure—of the UC clinical enterprise hinges equally on strict alignment of goals and priorities across the College of Medicine, UC Physicians and UC Health ...
Health
May 04, 2012 |
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UC creates stronger, longer lasting medical implants
University of Cincinnati researchers have discovered that laser shock peening has an amazing effect when applied to magnesium alloys. When used on a magnesium alloy, LSP makes the alloy stronger and better ...
Other
Apr 13, 2012 |
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Consider IUDs for contraception, other conditions
Researchers at the University of Cincinnati (UC) have found that intrauterine devices (IUDs) containing progesterone are a safe and effective means of birth control and support its use as a treatment option for medical conditions ...
Obstetrics & gynaecology
Apr 13, 2012 |
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