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Handheld Devices Monitor Blood-Clotting Status of Patients

A range of handheld devices monitor the blood-clotting status of patients using anticoagulant treatments. More...
23 Aug 2011

Light-Controlled Pacemakers May Treat Heart Rhythm Problems

A new technology to stimulate heart muscle cells with low-energy light raises the possibility of a future light-controlled pacemaker, according to a new study. More...
23 Aug 2011

High Omega-3 in Blood Boosts Prostate Cancer Risk

Men with high blood levels of docosahexaenoic acid, an inflammation-lowering omega-3 fatty acid commonly found in fatty fish, have more than double the risk of developing aggressive, high-grade prostate cancer, according to a new study. More...
23 Aug 2011

MRI Techniques Can Detect Key Markers of Early Osteoarthritis

Researchers have found that sophisticated MRI techniques can be used to detect slight changes in joint cartilage microstructure and provide physicians a diagnostic tool for finding key markers of early osteoarthritis. More...
22 Aug 2011

Ultrasound, Fluid Dynamics Used for Predicting Plaque in Coronary Arteries

Researchers have developed a method for predicting which areas of the coronary arteries will develop more atherosclerotic plaque over time, based on intracoronary ultrasound and blood flow measurements. More...
22 Aug 2011

Website and Apps Help Consumers Track Radiation Exposure from Diagnostic Imaging

A new website, applications, and radiation calculator tools are now available for both online and Apple mobile devices. More...
22 Aug 2011

Flaxseed Diet Shows Protective Effects Against Radiation in Animal Models

In a new study, researchers found that a diet of flaxseed given to mice not only protects lung tissues before exposure to radiation, but also significantly reduce damage after exposure occurs. More...
22 Aug 2011
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