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Expert group calls for measures to counter under-diagnosis of angina
There is a glaring need for better objective guidance for GPs in the diagnosis and management of chest pain, according to a multi-disciplinary working group of the Angina Forum. The group agreed that a worrying over-dependence on subjective judgment by GPs in identifying suspected angina patients means that many cases may go undiagnosed.... view more... (2004-07-21)
New course offers hope to dementia sufferers
The first nationally accredited training course aimed at improving the lives of people with dementia is being launched at the University of Sunderland. view more (2005-03-24)
University helps children enjoy science
Schools currently involved are in Harrogate, Shipton by Beninbrough, Nawton, Bedale, Tadcaster, Selby, and Catterick Garrison The University of York has received £28,000 from the AstraZeneca Science Teaching Trust to develop new ways to preserve children's enjoyment of science as they move from primary to secondary schools. "Children... view more... (2003-10-28)
Disparities in prostate cancer treatment suggest ways to improve care
Quality of care varies greatly for the treatment of men with early-stage prostate cancer by region of the country and category of health care facility, suggesting the potential for improved patient outcomes with more standard treatment protocols. view more (2008-08-04)
Researchers Find 30% Improvement in Overall Casualty Waiting Times If Hospitals Separately Stream Minor Injury Treatment
Researchers at the University of Warwick`s Emergency Medicine Research Group have shown that the introduction of a separate stream for minor injuries in a hospital casualty department can reduce the overall number of trauma patients having to wait over an hour for treatment by around 30%. Dr Matthew Cooke from the University of Warwick`s Centre... view more... (2002-01-31)
Why conservationists should heed Pokémon
Could you tell a Pikachu from a Pidgeotto or a Jigglypuff? The average eight-year old can identify 80 per cent of all Pokémon characters – but is much less expert at identifying real wildlife species. A team of Cambridge University scientists has, found that children were much less knowledgeable about wildlife than they were about... view more... (2002-03-27)
Operation yields best results for severe obesity
Surgical treatment of severe obesity provides long-term wait loss and better quality of life compared with conventional treatment in primary health care. This is shown in a ten-year follow-up of the psychosocial component of the Swedish Obese Subjects project, SOS, at the Sahlgrenska University Hospital in Gothenburg. Thus far the follow-up... view more... (2005-04-04)
Preventive health exams may provide opportunities for cancer screening
Health plan members who receive preventive health examinations, as opposed to going to a physician only when they are sick, appear more likely to undergo testing for colorectal, breast and prostate cancers. view more (2007-03-27)
Early mobilization of patients in ICU improves outcomes
Aside from the obvious and immediate health problems that patients undergoing mechanical ventilation face, those who recover often do so with profound loss of strength and mobility that can impair their daily functioning and even lead to increased risk of morbidity and mortality down the line. view more (2009-05-18)
2 nondrug treatments appear to reduce depression after heart surgery
Two non-pharmacological interventions-cognitive behavior therapy and supportive stress management-appear more effective than usual care for treating depression after coronary artery bypass surgery. view more (2009-04-07)
DOCTOR-PATIENT RELATIONSHIP INFLUENCES HEALTH OUTCOMES
Physicians who adopt a warm, friendly, and reassuring manner are more effective than those who keep consultations formal and do not offer reassurance, conclude authors of a systematic review published in this week’s issue of THE LANCET. Throughout history, doctor–patient relationships have been acknowledged as having an important... view more... (2001-03-07)
New Approach To Management Of Ulcerative Colitis (p 976)
Self-management of patients with ulcerative colitis could reduce health-care costs without compromising disease treatment, conclude authors of a study in this week's issue of THE LANCET. Ulcerative colitis affects around 100 000 people a year in the UK. Relapse is common and is usually managed by medical treatment in secondary care by regular... view more... (2001-09-19)
Ultrasound Changes Care of Some Patients with Rheumatic Conditions
Ultrasound can be used to make an appropriate decision regarding care for patients with rheumatic conditions involving the hands and feet, according to a study performed at St. Joseph's Healthcare/McMaster University in Hamilton, Canada. view more (2009-04-24)
Putting creativity back in the classroom
A new initiative to improve the teaching of the Arts in schools that will help to stimulate the imagination of schoolchildren through creativity has been awarded a £25,000 award from NESTA (the National Endowment for Science, Technology & the Arts), the organization that invests in UK creativity and innovation. HEARTS is a joint... view more... (2004-08-11)
Aspirin works for primary prevention in moderate and high risk diabetics
The beneficial effects of aspirin in primary prevention of cardiovascular events i.e. stroke, MI and cardiac death are known and generally accepted. view more (2009-08-31)
Psychiatric disorders and sexual trauma are associated with lower urinary tract symptoms
Depression, anxiety disorders and sexual trauma have all been implicated as risk factors in lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) such as incontinence and overactive bladder. view more (2009-10-20)
Palliative care access varies widely in the US according to new study in J Palliative Medicine
There has been rapid growth of new, innovative palliative care consultation services in the nation's hospitals. view more (2008-10-03)
Women without regular medical care at increased risk of ovarian cancer
In North America, ovarian cancer is the second most common gynecological cancer and is the leading cause of death among women with gynecological cancer. The high mortality is in part due to the difficulty of detecting and diagnosing this condition at an early stage. view more (2007-03-27)
Staff Workload Risk Factor For Infant Death In Intensive Care (pp 95, 99)
A comprehensive study of UK neonatal intensive-care units (NICUs) in this week's issue of THE LANCET highlights how high staff workloads pose a threat to the outcome of infants in intensive care. view more (2002-01-11)
Significant improvement noted in diabetes management using chronic care model
Educating people with diabetes in a primary-care setting with sustained, comprehensive intervention resulted in significant improvement in disease management and overall health. view more (2006-04-05)
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