January, 2010
Sufferers Of Crohn’s Disease May Benefit From Vitamin D Supplements
A new study on the effects of Vitamin D against Crohn’s disease.
Should Surgeons Warm Up Before Performing Surgery? New Study Investigates
Dr. Tom Lendvay, assistant professor in the Department of Urology at the University of Washington in Seattle thinks there could be something in this idea, and to this end the US Army Medical Research and Material Command has awarded him some funds to study the effect of pre-operative warm-up on virtual reality surgical task proficiency.
Mesothelioma
A complete info on Mesothelioma, including signs and symptoms, causes, diagnosis, prevention, treatment, complications and more.
Drip Rate – Regulation, Calculation, and Monitoring
Drip Rate regulation, computation, and monitoring
Exercise Linked To Healthier Aging: Four New Studies
Four new studies published in a leading journal this week link exercise with healthy aging, either through reduced risk or slower progression of several age-related conditions or through improvements in overall health in older age, and detail associations between physical activity and cognitive function, bone density and overall health.
Low Carb Diet Lowered Blood Pressure More Effectively Than Weight Loss Pill
A new study from the US showed that two popular weight loss methods, one using the obesity treatment weight-loss pill orlistat plus a low-fat diet and another just based on a low carb diet were equally effective at helping people lose significant amounts of weight, but in a surprising twist found that that the low carb diet was much better at helping them lower blood pressure.
Sanomedics Supports Haiti Relief With Significant Medical Equipment Donation
Sanomedics International Holdings (Pink Sheets: SIMH) announced a significant donation to Haiti earthquake relief efforts
Bladder Cancer
An extensive information on Bladder Cancer. It includes Bladder Cancer definition, signs and symptoms, causes, treatment, pathophysiology, diagnosis, prognosis, and more.
Metzenbaum Scissor
Contains info on Metzenbaum Scissor or Metz. It’s uses and features are also discussed.