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NHS performance indicators ignore patient opinion
The current obsession with improving performance, such as waiting times, could result in changes that are unpopular with patients, according to a letter in this week’s BMJ. view more (2003-03-26)
Innovation & Technology Transfer, March 2003: Thinking new by sharing experiencies
Meeting the ambitious targets set by the Union to improve economic competitiveness will require concerted action throughout Europe, from national and regional governments, and from private and public sectors. In a guest article, Research Commissioner Philippe Busquin talks about the efforts which will be required (page 5) and the importance of... view more... (2003-03-24)
7 out of 10 women too embarrassed to discuss vaginal dryness and pain with their physician
The majority of post-menopausal women are uncomfortable talking about vaginal dryness and pain and are reluctant to seek medical help, according to results from a new international survey presented today at the European Congress on Menopause in London. view more (2009-05-19)
Canadians finding it tough to shake the salt habit
Canadians know that too much salt isn't good for their diets, but half still continue to shake it on, according to a new study by University of Alberta researchers. view more (2009-11-18)
Patient `apathy` could cost NHS £300m a year
New research published in the June Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine suggests that up to 62% of missed outpatient appointments are due to `apathy`, with nearly a third of non-attendees simply forgetting to turn up. The survey, carried out by Dr Tony Tham and colleagues at the Ulster Hospital in Belfast, followed up patients who had missed... view more... (2002-05-27)
Survey could help pediatricians better treat patient
Pediatricians usually have about seven minutes to sit face-to-face with patients during a typical visit. It's barely enough time to perform an exam, let alone assess how a child is faring at school or at home. view more (2009-01-23)
Soaring rates of tuberculosis in children living in London
Rates of tuberculosis (TB) have risen 130 per cent in children living in London over the past decade, reports a study in Archives of Disease in Childhood. view more (2002-03-21)
The future of healthcare? The Biopharmaceutical industry speaks its mind.
A survey carried out at the leading European conference focusing on proteomics and genomics - BIOMICS (13-16 November (www.ibc-biomics.com)) provides an insight into the views of senior members of the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. The survey focuses on the direction of the drug discovery industry and the subsequent implications for... view more... (2000-11-24)
First results from major European patient survey show devastating impact of living with breakthrough cancer pain
The first results of the first European survey of cancer patients' experience of breakthrough pain were presented today at the 6th congress of the European Federation of Chapters of the International Association for the Study of Pain (EFIC). view more (2009-09-14)
Over 1.6 million Americans use CAM for insomnia or trouble sleeping
A recent analysis of national survey data reveals that over 1.6 million American adults use some form of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) to treat insomnia or trouble sleeping. view more (2006-09-20)
Scientists prove that parts of cell nuclei are not arranged at random
The nucleus of a mammal cell is made up of component parts arranged in a pattern which can be predicted statistically, says new research published today. view more (2006-10-23)
Kentucky Geological Survey involved in global climate change research
Researchers at the Kentucky Geological Survey are studying options to reduce the amount of carbon dioxide emitted into the atmosphere. Carbon dioxide is produced by the burning of coal, gasoline, and natural gas and has been linked to global warming. view more (2005-07-15)
Deficiencies In Healthcare Provision Exposed
Serious deficiencies in the healthcare provision for people with arthritis / rheumatism were exposed today in the results of a new European survey. More than 100 million people in Europe are affected by arthritis / rheumatism, making it Europe's most widespread chronic disease. The condition can have serious... view more... (2004-06-11)
Larger labs report kidney function routinely
Labs that conduct the highest number of routine blood tests are more likely than others to report estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR), an important measure of kidney function that can identify early kidney disease. view more (2008-10-15)
Women well-informed about breast cancer, yet lacking knowledge about current treatments
According to a new GfK Roper Public Affairs survey sponsored by CancerCare, a national nonprofit cancer support organization, while the majority (76 percent) of women surveyed said they know at least a fair amount about breast cancer, many remain unaware of the important recent progress made in treatment. view more (2007-06-12)
Fatalistic beliefs about cancer cause many to ignore cancer prevention advice
If you feel that you are fated for cancer, your belief could turn into a self-fulfilling prophecy. view more (2007-05-17)
Unexpected growth in atmospheric CO2
A team of scientists has found that atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) growth has increased 35 percent faster than expected since 2000. The findings are published this week in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS). view more (2007-10-23)
New Method For Dating Ancient Earthquakes Through Cave Evidence Developed By Israeli Researchers
A new method for dating destructive past earthquakes, based on evidence remaining in caves has been developed by scientists at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and the Geological Survey of Israel. view more (2005-04-11)
Science and society in Europe - How to bridge the gaps?
The European Commission published today its latest Eurobarometer survey on "Europeans, science and technology". This comes just two days after the adoption of an action plan "Science and Society" which addresses some of the issues identified by the survey. Both the Eurobarometer results and the action plan were presented by EU Research... view more... (2001-12-06)
Impact of Climate Warming on Polar Ice Sheets Confirmed
In the most comprehensive survey ever undertaken of the massive ice sheets covering both Greenland and Antarctica, NASA scientists confirm climate warming is changing how much water remains locked in Earth's largest storehouse of ice and snow. view more (2006-03-09)
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