New York Times (blog)The Diminishing Returns of Modern MedicineNew York Times (blog)This golden period has witnessed a hailstorm of life-prolonging advances, including implantable pacemakers, coronary bypass surgery and heart transplantation. Cardiovas…
Researchers identify 'bendopnea' as new symptom for heart failure – ModernHealthcare.com (blog)
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Researchers identify ‘bendopnea’ as new symptom for heart failure
ModernHealthcare.com (blog) If a patient with heart failure experiences shortness of breath as he or she leans forward to tie a shoelace or put on a sock, it might be an overlooked sign that their disease is advancing, a new study finds. Researchers coined the term “bendopnea” to … |
Apollo's Fire benefit, Happy Tails Cat Sanctuary, Yuri's Night party, opera … – The Plain Dealer
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Apollo’s Fire benefit, Happy Tails Cat Sanctuary, Yuri’s Night party, opera …
The Plain Dealer Freewill donations. Tremont History Project presents a locally filmed episode of “Route 66.” “First Class Mouliak” (1961) features Robert Redford in an early role. Supports Tremont History Project. Popcorn, soda, coffee and tea will be served. Parking … |
FDA Wants More Info on Avedro's Corneal Cross-Linking NDA – Medscape
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FDA Wants More Info on Avedro’s Corneal Cross-Linking NDA
Medscape “Patients with these sight threatening conditions may require corneal transplant surgery. If approved, the riboflavin ophthalmic solution/KXL System would be the first FDA-approved therapeutic treatment for these orphan indications,” the company said. |
New Heart Failure Symptom Defined – dailyRx
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New Heart Failure Symptom Defined
dailyRx (dailyRx News) For the millions of Americans living with heart failure, it’s important to be aware of the signs and symptoms that accompany the condition. Doctors have found a new symptom of heart failure that could lead to more effective treatment. |
Indian American scientists head study that may have found treatment for high … – The American Bazaar
Indian American scientists head study that may have found treatment for high …The American BazaarAccording to the study, the team led by Agarwal and Sankella isolated a type lipid molecule called phosphatidic acid, which is used to enhance glucose pr…
'Pat's Promise' continues to raise awareness of organ donation – KVUE
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‘Pat’s Promise’ continues to raise awareness of organ donation
KVUE Two years ago Pat Buchta, an employee at KVUE, received a lifesaving liver transplant. Pat then made a promise to do all he can to help raise awareness and increase the number of people who are registered organ donors. Pat joined KVUE News Midday, … |
Sister donates kidney – Gilmer Mirror
Sister donates kidneyGilmer MirrorAfter her recovery, the transplant surgery was scheduled. Her sister Kristy was a perfect match and volunteered to give Jammie one of her kidneys. But before the surgery could be done, Jammie developed a problem with b…
For Heart Failure Patients, Shortness of Breath When Bending May Signal Problem – HealthDay
HealthDayFor Heart Failure Patients, Shortness of Breath When Bending May Signal ProblemHealthDayTHURSDAY, March 20, 2014 (HealthDay News) — Shortness of breath while bending over is a newly identified symptom of advanced heart failure, researchers sa…
EpiCast Report: Chronic Kidney Disease – Epidemiology Forecast to 2022 – Virtual Press Office (press release)
EpiCast Report: Chronic Kidney Disease – Epidemiology Forecast to 2022Virtual Press Office (press release)Chronic kidney disease (CKD), or chronic renal disease, is an asymptomatic, long-term condition that damages the kidneys and leads to the loss of …