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Fast-Acting Nasal Spray Reverses Opioid Overdose

A nasal spray formulation of naloxone acts as a swift reversal agent for emergency treatment of opioid overdose.    More...
01 Dec 2015

Hypothermia Treatment Helps Cardiac Arrest Victims

A new study reveals that therapeutic hypothermia improves survival and neurological outcomes after cardiac arrest in patients with initially non-shockable rhythms.  More...
01 Dec 2015
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App-Based System Monitors Pacemakers Remotely

Patients with a Medtronic pacemaker can now confirm functionality using their using their own smartphone or tablet.  More...
29 Nov 2015

Cardiac Events Linked to Macrolide Antibiotics

Macrolide antibiotic use is associated with an increased risk of sudden cardiac death and ventricular tachyarrhythmia, according to a new study.   More...
29 Nov 2015

Droplet PCR System Identifies Fetal Genetic Data

A new study describes a simple, accurate, and low risk blood test that can detect fetal blood group, sex, and genetic conditions from a maternal blood sample.   More...
24 Nov 2015

New Program Reduces COPD Hospital Readmissions

A treatment plan designed to help hospitals reduce chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder related readmissions and costs also improves patient outcomes and quality of life.  More...
23 Nov 2015

Anticoagulant Reversal Agents Widen AF Treatment Options

Several anticoagulant reversal agents under development may eliminate obstacles to the use of novel oral anticoagulants, according to a panel of experts.   More...
22 Nov 2015
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