AHA: Studies Find Ticagrelor Superior to Clopidogrel
Research demonstrates better inhibition of platelet aggregation and prompt offset of effect
Thursday, November 19, 2009

AHA: Early Repolarization Linked to Cardiac Death Risk
Higher risk seen with J-point elevation in the inferior leads on standard electrocardiography
Thursday, November 19, 2009

Advances in Eating Disorders Summarized in Lancet Seminar
Researchers provide insight into the causal factors behind disease onset and maintenance
Thursday, November 19, 2009

Herpes Virus Shedding Studied With Mathematical Model
Model suggests a constant release of small virus amounts from neurons in the genital tract
Thursday, November 19, 2009

Stress-Only Heart Imaging May Be Sufficient
Study finds additional rest imaging unlikely to impact survival but increases radiation dose
Tuesday, November 17, 2009

Optical Techniques Accurately Identify Precancerous Polyps
Study suggests new techniques may be as reliable and accurate as conventional histopathology
Monday, November 16, 2009

People at High Risk of Swine Flu Warned to Avoid Hajj
Saudi Arabian officials advised to have facility available to isolate pilgrims with flu symptoms
Monday, November 16, 2009

Nervous System Cancer Linked to Cognitive Impairment
Survivors more likely to have cognitive deficits resulting in lower education and employment
Monday, November 16, 2009

Cataract Surgery Unlikely to Affect the Progression of AMD
In addition, dietary fats may have varying effects on macular degeneration risk
Monday, November 16, 2009

Drug May Reverse Type 1 Diabetes Ocular Complications
Naltrexone hydrochloride normalizes tear production and corneal sensitivity in diabetic rats
Monday, November 16, 2009

Slow Eating Raises Response to Appetite Control Hormones
Study finds slower eating rate linked to higher anorexigenic gut peptide response
Monday, November 16, 2009

Depression Linked to Immune Response in Pregnancy
Study suggests pregnant women with depression may experience greater inflammatory responses
Friday, November 13, 2009

Risk Factors for Shoulder Redislocation Examined
Younger age, male gender and longer duration between injury and surgery increase risk
Friday, November 13, 2009

Critical Care in England Now More Cost-Effective
Study finds interventions since 2000 have substantially improved services
Friday, November 13, 2009

Campaign to Decrease Illegal Antibiotic Use Assessed
Study finds educational campaign not sufficient to decrease use among Latino community
Friday, November 13, 2009

Acetaminophen Use Linked to Asthma and Wheezing
Study finds higher risks in both children and adults exposed to acetaminophen
Friday, November 13, 2009