#ESC2018: Routine clock drawing cognitive test useful in high blood pressure patients
According to research presented at ESC Congress 2018, a clock drawing test for detecting cognitive dysfunction should be conducted routinely... Read more
#ESC2018: Deep forehead wrinkles signal higher risk for cardiovascular mortality
According to research presented at the ESC Congress 2018, people who have lots of deep forehead wrinkles, more than is typical for their... Read more
#ESC2018: Vacations are linked to lower death rates
More than making lifestyle changes, new research shows that managing stress is also important in reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease... Read more
#ESC2018: Want to live longer? Avoid low-carb diets
A diet that's low in carbohydrates and high in protein is what many people take in order to lose weight. But low carbohydrate diets have... Read more
#ESC2018: Study - need to revise guidelines on dairy intake
New research findings tend to dispute current advice that limiting dairy consumption is good for your health. Dairy products have been found... Read more
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The Death of the Stethoscope? Heart Doctors Have Their Say
Most people don't think much about stethoscopes but the fact is that this tool, so commonly associated with doctors, is at a crossroads. Having been in use for nearly two centuries, the stethoscope is in the midst of a debate with respect to its utility in healthcare. Over the years, medical technology has advanced to a great extent. The sounds... Read more
How Does a Local Heart Foundation Benefit Research and Public Health?
HerzstiftungOlten is a local foundation connected to the Swiss Heart Foundation. I initiated the foundation of the Herzstiftung Olten 25 years ago. I realised, that a national organisation has difficulty to reach people on the ground. National heart foundations are usually supporting cardiovascular research and besides are active in making... Read more
Why I’m a Cardiofeminist
A gynaecardiologist means a cardiologist for women. I want better cardiovascular healthcare for females, but I also want a better position for female cardiologists. In the U.S. and many other countries the position of a female cardiologist is still very inferior compared to the male. I know that female cardiologists are more interested in the... Read more
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Medical Device, Quality Management Expert and CEO/Founder - Qunique Ltd,... Read more
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Antimicrobial Copper Touch Surfaces: Reduce Infections, Liberate Resources and Cut Costs
The role of the environment in the transmission of healthcare-associated... Read more
Breast MRI: The New Standard in Breast Imaging?
Breast MRI is standard practice in all major breast imaging clinics worldwide.... Read more
What could possibly go wrong?: Thinking about the risks and benefits of medical treatments
How much do clinicians—and patients—really know about the likely outcomes... Read more
Quality and Safety in Radiology: A Symbiotic Relationship
Political Background Safety and quality have been highlighted by the... Read more
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Unbelievably small and light mechanical chest compression device In case of a sudden cardiac arrest, immediate chest compressions are required. Performing manual chest compressions well for an extended period of time is almost impossible. Thanks to...
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Screening for atrial fibrillation by means of regularly performed self-measurements of cardiac rhythm using ECG is a stroke prevention measure recommended by renowned international experts. Heart rhythm disorders often occur only occasionally. That...
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