Archive: 22/06/2014

Midwifery matters 'more than ever'

Midwifery has a crucial part to play in saving the lives of millions of women and children who die during and around the time of pregnancy, according to a major new Series, published in The Lancet.

Jun 22, 2014

Frequent prior hospitalization may predict stroke readmission

(HealthDay)—Frequent prior hospitalization and National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) rating at admission may predict 30-day readmission after ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke, according to a study published online ...

Jun 22, 2014

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Patient variables predict expectations in spine surgery

(HealthDay)—Clinical and demographic variables can predict patients' expectations regarding anticipated improvement from cervical spine surgery, according to a study published June 15 in Spine.

Jun 22, 2014

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Guidance offered for protection when firing employees

(HealthDay)—Steps can be taken to protect employers in the case of termination of an employee, according to an article published online June 10 in Medical Economics.

Jun 22, 2014

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Tips for keeping that bounce house safe

(HealthDay)—Inflatable bounce houses may be fun for kids, but only if they're used correctly, experts caution.

Jun 22, 2014

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'Too fat to fight': thousands of British soldiers overweight

The British army has a global reputation for efficiency and performance, but new figures published on Sunday suggest that its soldiers might be getting a little soft.

Jun 22, 2014

Scientists explain stress-heart attack link

Scientists said Sunday they may have unravelled how chronic stress leads to heart attack and stroke: triggering overproduction of disease-fighting white blood cells which can be harmful in excess.

Jun 22, 2014

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The ICEMAN study: How keeping cool could spur metabolic benefits

A new study being presented today at ICE/ENDO 2014, the joint meeting of the International Society of Endocrinology and the Endocrine Society in Chicago, demonstrates that ambient temperatures can influence the growth or ...

Jun 22, 2014