Stem Cells Used to Regenerate the Heart's External Layer
Penn State researchers have developed a process using human stem cells to generate the cells that cover the external layer of a human heart (epicardium... Read more
Study: Low Statin Use in Patients with High LDC-C Levels
Treatment with statins is recommended for all adults 21 years or older with an elevated low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) level of... Read more
Study: Alarming Levels of Hypertension in the General Public
A new study indicates that half of the Canadian public require medical attention due to high blood pressure (hypertension), however most of them... Read more
TMVR as Alternative to Surgery for Patients with Mitral Regurgitation
Transcatheter mitral valve replacement (TMVR) may be an effective and safe therapy for patients with symptomatic native mitral regurgitation... Read more
New Drug May Help Repair Failing Hearts
Researchers in the U.S. say a new experimental drug, cimaglermin, shows promise in restoring a patient's cardiac function after heart failure.... Read more
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How to Become a Cardiologist in 5 Steps
Like any other job, entering the field of cardiology requires academic experience and intensive training. Despite how simple it sounds, becoming a cardiologist is in fact, not an easy task. It may be tough to get your foot in the door and it is indeed, a long process but with hard work and dedication, you’ll get there in the end. If you aspire to be... Read more
3 Must-Attend Conferences in 2017 for Cardiology
From Italy to Spain, there are a great deal of cardiology conferences taking place around the globe this year. Renowned cardiologists and specialists in the heart sector are gathering together at some of the most exciting events of the year. There may be many events to look forward to, but as we all know, it is virtually impossible to attend them all.... Read more
Soft Robot to Boost Weaker Heartbeats
Q&A with Dr. Ellen T. RocheA customisable “soft robot” has been developed by Harvard University and Boston’s Children Hospital that could open new treatment methods for failing hearts. Unlike currently available devices such as ventricular assist devices (VADs), the soft robot has no direct contact with blood. The sleeve wraps around the heart and... Read more
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MAXIMISING THE POTENTIAL OF THE MODERN RADIOGRAPHER WORKFORCE Successful... Read more
Fraud in Healthcare: A Worldwide Concern
The Global Health Care Anti-fraud Network (GHCAN) promotes partnerships... Read more
Guest Editorial
Creating Safer HealthcareHealthcare professionals have long recognised... Read more
Implications of Dense Breasts, Interview with Prof. Murray Rebner
Prof. Murray Rebner is Immediate Past President Society of Breast Imaging;... Read more
Imaging with EOS®
The Radiologist’s ViewThe Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) acquired the... Read more
Big Drama in IT Security!
Recent Hospital Virus Attacks Trigger Call to Redefine IT SecurityRecent... Read more
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