Developed by researchers at the University of Tennessee, this new computerized self-test (CST) shows promise in early detection of Alzheimer’s and therefore makes possible a more effective treatment to be available for…
General Medical History – Clinical Cliffs free iPhone app
General Medical History, developed by Clinical Cliffs, is a free iPhone app that’s great for new doctors and medical students looking to get sharp on protocol for routine patient visits, but doesn’t…
Fluctuating Blood Pressure, A Key Predictor Of Stroke
A new research suggests that frequent spikes in blood pressure can cause strokes, making this a key indicator of the condition. It is a well established fact that continually high blood pressure…
Abott’s New Heart Valve; A Safe And Effective Alternative To Surgery
Abott’s mitral valve repair device has proved to be a safe and effective alternative to open heart surgery that treats most common type of leaky valves- an experimental study has shown. Abott’s…
‘Do-It-Yourself’ Cervical Cancer Screening Kit Now Available
Using a breakthrough technology, a home-testing kit for cervical cancer has now been developed by a Norwegian company in collaboration with DrThom, an online service. This kit was developed keeping in mind…
Short Bursts Of Exercise As Effective As Training For Hours
Good news to all those who feel guilty about not being able to devote time towards fitness- a new study revealed that short bursts of exercise are as good as lengthy sessions…
From ICD 9 to ICD-10: The impact on physicians
After years of discussion, the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has finalized the adoption of the International Classification of Disease-10th Revision (ICD-10) code set, which would replace the…
Critical Success Factors for HMIS implementation
The top management should focus attention on the Critical Success Factors (CSFs) and seriously consider them before any major HMIS implementation exercise is undertaken. In other words, management should try to position…
‘Obese Middle Aged’ Face Greater Threat Of Liver Damage
In a study conducted at the Cancer Epidemiology Unit at Oxford University, researchers found a direct correlation between obesity and an increased risk of liver damage in patients. It is a well…
A ‘Plaster’ Now Available To Treat Skin Cancer
Medics at the at Ninewells Hospital in Dundee, UK, have recently unveiled a light emitting ‘Ambulight Plaster’, that uses focussed light to zap cancerous cells that cause skin cancer. This plaster is…
Lifeline Medical Alert Service offered by Philips
The dignity of independent living is strong. Nothing is more reassuring than living among familiar surroundings, in your own home – that comfy armchair, the coziness of your own bed. Yet as…
AVIVA- The Next Generation of VistA
WASHINGTON – The Department of Veterans Affairs is at work on the next generation of VistA, its 20-plus year-old electronic medical record system, which is often praised by users but considered a…
WHO Approves UAE Recommendations for Blood Transfusion Safety in the World
Dubai, 14th March 2010 The headquarters of the World Health Organization (WHO) in Geneva, has approved the recommendations of the workshop that was organized by the UAE Ministry of Health through the…
UAE cloning pioneer to present future of camel cloning at Vet Middle East
Dubai, 14 March 2010 Scientists who took part in the creation of the world’s first cloned camel will be among those taking part in the Middle East’s premier veterinary event later this…
First Middle East Pain and Inflammation Academy held in Dubai
Dubai, 14th, March, 2010: Over 180 of the most eminent regional pain and chronic inflammatory disorders management specialists attended the first Middle East Pain ‘&’ Inflammation Academy. The two day initiative, held…