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Loss of Smell Loss Can Predict Increased Mortality Risk

A new study suggests that poor odor identification and poor self-reported olfactory function are associated with greater likelihood of future mortality, irrespective of dementia status. More...
07 Apr 2017

Intradiscal Steroid Temporarily Alleviates Lower Back Pain

A single intradiscal injection of glucocorticoid (GC) is associated with reduced short-term low back pain (LBP) in patients with active discopathy, according to a new study. More...
06 Apr 2017
Image: A novel disposable syringe saves valuable medication in vials (Photo courtesy of QD Syringe Systems).

Disposable Syringe Eliminates Dead Space in Vials

A new disposable syringe with an integrated cone-shaped tip can completely extract costly medicines from rubber stopper vials and deliver them to patients effectively. More...
05 Apr 2017
Image: The EGDT protocol for treating septic shock shows no clinical benefit (Photo courtesy of Alamy).

Early Goal-Directed Therapy Ineffective for Septic Shock

Early, goal-directed therapy (EGDT) does not reduce mortality from septic shock at 90 days, according to a new study. More...
04 Apr 2017
Image: The Hospital Wearable Defibrillator protects patients at risk of VT or VF (Photo courtesy of ZOLL).

Wearable Defibrillator Protects Patients from Cardiac Arrest

A portable defibrillator continuously protects patients at risk from ventricular tachycardia (VT) or ventricular fibrillation (VF) episodes during their stay in the hospital. More...
30 Mar 2017
Image: A novel paper strip performs ABO and Rh group multiplex antigen assays (Photo courtesy of Hong Zhang).

Universal Assay Platform Allows Rapid Blood Grouping

A new study describes how a paper-based point-of-care assay could provide fast and reliable blood group testing at the patient’s bedside. More...
28 Mar 2017
Image: A new study suggests Viagra may reduce heart attack risk (Photo courtesy of Pfizer).

Viagra Improves Heart Attack Survival Outcomes

Common impotence drugs such as Viagra, Cialis, or Levitra may have a life-prolonging effect on patients who have suffered a myocardial infarction (MI), claims a new study. More...
22 Mar 2017
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