Hip fracture is associated with an increase in short-term mortality (death within one year) for…
Month: September 2011
Many U.S. physicians believe their own patients are receiving too much care, survey shows
A survey of U.S. primary care physicians shows that many believe that their own patients…
New hidden heart attack culprit identified in women
Researchers have identified a hidden culprit in the battle against women’s heart disease. Plaque disruption,…
Study examining large-scale data of double balloon enteroscopy suggests it is safe and effective
A large-scale data review of double balloon enteroscopy over the last decade showed the endoscopic…
Marker for Alzheimer’s disease rises during day and falls with sleep
A marker for Alzheimer’s disease rises and falls in the spinal fluid in a daily…
Lower turnover rates, higher pay for teachers who share race with principal, study shows
Researchers have found that turnover rates are lower among teachers who are of the same…
Low vitamin B12 levels may lead to brain shrinkage, cognitive problems
Older people with low blood levels of vitamin B12 markers may be more likely to…
Cardiac rehabilitation improves heart rate recovery, boosts survival, study suggests
Cardiac rehabilitation improves the heart’s ability to return to a normal rate after exercise. Heart…
Women who break a hip at increased risk of dying within a year, study finds
Women ages 65-69 who break a hip are five times more likely to die within…
Top 39 Local Public Transportation iPhone Apps Recommended by City Residents & Visitors (Appolicious)
Appolicious – Get around any city from New York City to San Francisco to Shanghai…