Critical Care

Automated External Defibrillator Benefits Hospital Users
A new automated external defibrillator for the hospital environment encourages first responders to act, coaches them on proper cardio pulmonary resuscitation, and turns into a full advanced cardiac life support unit on demand. More...24 Aug 2010
Are We Approaching the End of Antibiotic Therapy?
The emergence of a new antibiotic resistance mechanism in India, Pakistan, and the United Kingdom represents a potentially major global health problem, and possibly signals the end of effective antibiotics treatments, according to a new study. More...23 Aug 2010
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MRI Better Than CT Scans at Diagnosing Stroke
Targeted Breast Radiation Device Designed to Control Cancer
Type of Anesthesia May Impact Surgical Site Infections
Three Classification Tools Help Diagnose Heart Problems
MR Pacing System Reduces Ventricular Pacing and Allows Access to Critical Diagnostic Tool
Fish Oil May Reduce Breast Cancer Risk
Atherosclerotic Changes in Bloodstream Can Be Detected Audibly
New Treatment Developed for Dealing with Acute Blood Loss
Ultrasound Contrast Agent Improves Accuracy of Echocardiograms
Bisphenol A Detected in Cash Registers and ATM Receipts
Calcium Supplements Heighten Heart Attack Risk
Blood Gene Expression Profiles Distinguish MDD Patients
Novel Disinfecting Tool Prevents Contamination of IV Tubing
Cigarette Cravings May Result from Habit, Not Addiction
Cardiac MRI Use in ER Slashes Costs and Hospital Admissions for Chest Pain Patients
Leisure Time Spent Sitting Could Shorten Life
Innovative Graphene Paper Helps Fight Disease-Causing Bacteria
Brain Fluid Sensor May Improve Hydrocephalus Treatment
Single Functional MRI Scan Could Help Diagnose Bipolar Disorder
Touch-Free Thermometer Protects Patients from Contact Infections
Elevated Cholesterol Reported in Blood Tests on Children
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