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Broad-Spectrum Antibiotics Ineffective as Initial Pneumonia Treatment

 A new study shows that hospitalized pneumonia patients prescribed antibiotics that target methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) fare no better than standard medical care. More...
09 Mar 2020
Image: Electron micrograph of Coronaviruses which take their name from their crown-like halo (Photo courtesy of EYE OF SCIENCE/SPL).

Global Coronavirus Crisis: Researchers, Industry Mobilize to Offer Remedies (Updated)

In light of the worsening global Coronavirus health crisis, the In-Vitro Diagnostics sector around the world is racing to develop a definitive test for the COVID-19 virus. Several such assays are currently in the pipeline, and some are to be marketable within weeks. More...
09 Mar 2020
Image: Free access to diabetes management portals improves adherence (Photo courtesy of Kaiser Permanente)

Mobile Diabetes Tools Improve Glycemic Control

 Patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D) who use mobile devices to access diabetes management portals were more adherent and had improved glycated hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) levels, according to a new study. More...
05 Mar 2020
Image: The MagNI integrated microsystem (Photo courtesy of Rice University)

Magnetically Controlled Implant Helps Relieve Neural Pain

 A novel implant can provide programmable, electrical stimulation of neurons, helping patients with epilepsy or Parkinson’s disease (PD) control pain. More...
04 Mar 2020
Image: The Novalung extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) system (Photo courtesy of FMCNA)

ECMO Treats Acute Respiratory and Cardiopulmonary Failure

 An innovative heart and lung support system permits long-term acute respiratory or cardiopulmonary failure treatment. More...
03 Mar 2020

Peritoneal Dialysis and Hemodialysis Show Similar Survival Rates

 A new study concludes that differences in peritoneal dialysis (PD) and in-center hemodialysis (HD) survival primarily reflect differences in clinical practices. More...
27 Feb 2020
Image: The CWR sensor that attaches to the sternum (Photo courtesy of Monash University)

Wearable Radar Sensor Measures Blood Pressure Continuously

 A new study describes how two clip-on sensors attached to the sternum and earlobe can provide real-time blood pressure results. More...
26 Feb 2020
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