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Science News for July 12, 2015


Ultrasound accelerates skin healing -- especially for diabetics and the elderly

Researchers have discovered that low-intensity ultrasound can stimulate and accelerate wound healing in individuals with chronic wounds, particularly those with diabetes or age-related circulatory issues. This breakthrough has the potential to save the NHS £3.1 billion annually and improve treatment outcomes for over 200,000 patients.

SourceUniversity of Sheffield·JournalJournal of Investigative Dermatology·DateJul 12, 2015

Documentation of hospital patients' malnutrition helps maximize care and reimbursement

A new review published in Nutrition in Clinical Practice found that accurate malnutrition diagnosis and coding can increase hospital payments. The American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition recommends a valid program to identify, document, intervene, and code malnutrition to enhance financial stability and clinical resources.