Archive: 24/06/2014

CMS launches initiative to assist newly insured

(HealthDay)—A national initiative has been launched to help answer questions that people may have about their new health coverage and to offer health providers the tools needed to promote patient engagement, according to ...

Jun 24, 2014

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14.4 percent of kids' scoliosis surgeries have in-hospital complications

(HealthDay)—From 2000 to 2009, the overall in-hospital complication rate for pediatric patients with idiopathic scoliosis who underwent spinal fusion was 14.4 percent, with respiratory complications having the highest rate, ...

Jun 24, 2014

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Gene in brain linked to kidney cancer

A gene known to control brain growth and development is heavily involved in promoting clear cell renal cell carcinoma, the most common form of kidney cancer, researchers from Mayo Clinic in Florida are reporting.

Jun 24, 2014

Patients' perceived lifetime risk for CVD often inaccurate

(HealthDay)—Patients' frequently have a misperception of lifetime risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD), according to a study published in the July issue of The American Journal of Cardiology.

Jun 24, 2014

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Rephrasing choices could boost self control

(Medical Xpress)—Do you want to avoid chocolate until you've lost weight or leave your savings in the bank earning interest rather than splurge on an expensive gadget? You might think using willpower is the best way to ...

Jun 24, 2014 report

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Diets high in dairy might boost colon cancer survival, a bit

(HealthDay)—A diet rich in dairy products may slightly extend the lives of people diagnosed with colon cancer, a new study suggests.

Jun 24, 2014

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Migraines may worsen during menopause

(HealthDay)—New research confirms what women with migraine headaches have told their doctors for years: migraine attacks seem to get worse in the years before and during menopause.

Jun 24, 2014

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New possibilities for leukemia therapy with a novel mode of leukemia cell recognition

Scientists at A*STAR's Singapore Immunology Network (SIgN) have discovered a new class of lipids in the leukaemia cells that are detected by a unique group of immune cells. By recognising the lipids, the immune cells stimulate ...

Jun 24, 2014

Study results may help people with type 2 diabetes

Findings from a new study (i) published in Nutrition, Metabolism & Cardiovascular Diseases show that the fatty acids in nuts have the potential to help reduce the risk of coronary heart disease (CHD) in people with type 2 ...

Jun 24, 2014

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Brain scientist continues exploring the brain

A Montana State University assistant professor in neuroscience is part of a team that has made progress understanding how the brain processes visual information. In addition to adding to the basic understanding of brain function, ...

Jun 24, 2014

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Archive: 24/06/2014

CMS launches initiative to assist newly insured

14.4 percent of kids' scoliosis surgeries have in-hospital complications

Gene in brain linked to kidney cancer

Patients' perceived lifetime risk for CVD often inaccurate

Rephrasing choices could boost self control

Diets high in dairy might boost colon cancer survival, a bit

Migraines may worsen during menopause

New possibilities for leukemia therapy with a novel mode of leukemia cell recognition

Study results may help people with type 2 diabetes

Brain scientist continues exploring the brain

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