Critical Care


Polycarbonate Disposable Water Bottles Found to Release BPA
A new study has found that polycarbonate containers leach the chemical bisphenol A, which has been linked with cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and possible reproductive development impairment, into the liquid stored in them. More...04 Jun 2009
Patient Outcomes Improved by Early Mobilization in the ICU
A new study has found that the functional status of intensive care unit patients may be restored earlier by performing daily interruptions in sedation, paired with mobilization and exercise directed by physical and occupational therapists. More...03 Jun 2009

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Neuroimaging Study Provides Insights into Motor Execution in Autistic Children
Low Blood pressure Could Lead to Increased Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke
Electronic Monitoring and Mapping Assists in Malaria Management
Sodium Bicarbonate Reduces Incidence of Contrast-Induced Nephropathy
Lithium May Help Radiation Target Cancer, Spare Healthy Tissue
Remote Monitoring System Detects Incipient Cardiac Events
Cardiac CT Offers a Cost-Effective Approach to Diagnose Low-Risk Chest Pain Patients
New Method for Predicting Neurological Recovery of Heart Attack Patients
Gaps Remain in Global Preparedness for Swine Flu Pandemic
Aspirin for People in Their 40s Could Reduce Cancer Risk
Improved Detection of Bladder Tumors Reduces Cancer Recurrence
Overeating Blamed for the Obesity Epidemic in the United States
Developmental Drug Helps Protect Against Radiation Damage
Fever Detecting System Could Help Contain Spread of Swine Flu
Assays Urgently Needed to Monitor the Progression of Sepsis
Home Renal Dialysis Machine Offers Patients More Freedom
Nanoparticles Loaded with Nitric Oxide Overcome Antibiotic-Resistant Skin Bacteria
Device for Detecting Infections in Astronauts Adapted for Sepsis
Risk Factors Identified for Pneumonia Following Heart Surgery
Volumetric-Modulated Arc Therapy Targets Shortened Radiation Treatment Times for Cancer Patients
Pulse Test Could Predict Sudden Death from Heart Attack
CT Scans Increase Cancer Risk Estimates in Multiple-Imaged Emergency Department Patients
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