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Image: Titanium dioxide is a white pigment used increasingly as a food additive (Photo courtesy of UZH).

Common Food Coloring Can Exacerbate Colitis

Nanoparticles of titanium dioxide (TiO2), a white pigment used in medicines, toothpaste, and as a food additive (E171), can cause increased inflammation and damage to the intestinal mucosa, according to a new study. More...
31 Jul 2017
Image: The Masimo rainbow Super DCI-mini sensor (Photo courtesy of Masimo).

Super Sensor Measures Multiple Physiologic Parameters

An advanced, reusable, spot-check sensor is the first ever to noninvasively measure total hemoblogin (SpHb), carboxyhemoglobin (SpCO), methemoglobin (SpMet), and arterial oxygen saturation (SpO2). More...
27 Jul 2017

Preventive AF Anticoagulants Still Erroneously Prescribed

A new study shows that many doctors do not heed atrial fibrillation (AF) safety guidelines and still recommend anticoagulants to prevent stroke, even when contraindicated. More...
26 Jul 2017

Immune Response to Trauma May Predict Organ Failure

Early gene response during the initial two hour window following trauma could help determine which patients will later develop multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS), according to a new study. More...
25 Jul 2017

Coffee Consumption Associated with Reduced Mortality

People who drink three cups of coffee a day may live longer than non-drinkers, according to a new study. More...
24 Jul 2017
Image: A patient being transferred with the IntelliVue X3 monitor (Photo courtesy of Philips Healthcare).

In-Hospital Monitor Tracks Patients During Triage

An innovative continuous critical care patient monitoring system delivers real-time data during in-hospital transport. More...
19 Jul 2017
Image: Using a UV lamp, the pH level in a wound can be verified without removing the bandage (Photo courtesy of Empa / CSEM).

Fluorescent Bandage Monitors Healing Process

A smart wound dressing with integrated pH sensors provides continuous information on the state of the healing process within chronic wounds. More...
18 Jul 2017
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