Science News for May 23, 2015

New survey shows 36-percent increase in pediatric patients treated with proton therapy

A nationwide survey shows a significant growth in pediatric proton therapy patients, with 56% under age 10. Proton therapy offers precise treatment for various tumor diagnoses, including ependymoma and medulloblastoma.

SourceScripps Health·DateMay 23, 2015

Depression associated with 5-fold increased mortality risk in heart failure patients

Research presented at Heart Failure 2015 reveals moderate to severe depression is associated with a 5-fold increased risk of all-cause mortality in patients with heart failure. Patients with moderate to severe depression had an 80% lower mortality risk compared to those without or mild depression.

SourceEuropean Society of Cardiology·DateMay 23, 2015