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New York Methodist Expands Acute Dialysis Unit

Recognizing the growing demand for hemodialysis treatment among patients in the community, New York Methodist Hospital (NYM) has expanded its inpatient dialysis unit.

Improving standard of Prostate Cancer Diagnosis and Care while increasing MRI revenues

Standalone Performance AUROC curve of Bot Image's ProstatID AI Software obtained during clinical studies using retrospective Imaging and Pathology data from various MRI vendors and locations.

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Common Virus That Causes Deadly Cancer in Women Linked to Penile Cancer in Men

The human papillomavirus (HPV) - which causes cervical cancer in women - might be linked to cancer of the penis in men, according to a paper in the Journal of Clinical Pathology released on Tuesday.

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Swine Flu Update: U.S. Troops to Be Tested; Trials Prove Vaccine Safe

FDA said this week it has issued an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) that allows U.S. troops serving overseas to be tested for swine flu, using a yet-to-be approved diagnostic test made by the government. Meanwhile, the vaccine is being tested in both adults and children.

NEJM Reports on Radiation Risks From Medical Imaging

A new, retrospective study quantifies patient exposure. A companion piece warns of risks.

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Medical Imaging Saves and Extends Lives

Patients should not avoid medical imaging care due to concerns raised in recent NEJM article, ACR advises.

Health Care Reform Round Up: Obama Challenges Reform Myths, Senators Argue Tactics

As the president tackles persistent claims on reforms, Democrats consider alternative means of passage.

Technique Sheds Light on Cancer Growth and Metastasis

Using a new technique, cancer researchers can shine non-toxic light on one part of a cell, turning proteins on in a target area to study why the same protein that protects healthy people from cancer suddenly turns traitor and stimulates a tumor's growth and metastasis.

Iterative Reconstruction Technique Significantly Reduces Patient Radiation Dose During CT Scans

A newly adapted low-dose technique.

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New Treatment Option for Ruptured Brain Aneurysms

Stent-assisted coil embolization is a feasible treatment option for ruptured wide-necked brain aneurysms that are difficult to treat surgically.

Covenant Medical Center to Pay U.S. $4.5 Million to Resolve False Claims Act Allegations

Waterloo, Iowa facility resolves Stark case.

FDA Warns About Stolen Insulin

An update to the June alert.

FDA Begins Implementation of Tobacco Control Act

Advisory committee will be formed to recommend actions on smoking-related issues.

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Inexpensive Obesity Workplace Programs Can Be Cost-Effective, Study Finds

At work, obesity interventions must focus on low-cost policy to generate a return on investment, according to a new study by Justine Trogdon, Ph.D., a health economist at consultancy RTI International.

Cell Phones Cause Brain Tumors, Says New Report

Industry-sponsored studies understate the problem, a group of activists says.

HHS Announces $25.7 Million in Grants to Health Centers

HHS secretary releases list of health centers receiving awards to expand, improve services.

Belt-Sized Dialysis Machine Would Approximate Natural Kidney Function

UCLA researchers are developing a device they dub a "wearable artificial kidney" for dialysis patients, according to a paper reported in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology. The "kidney" is actually a dialysis machine, worn as a belt, which would provide continuous treatment.

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FDA Proposes Mandatory Electronic Safety Reporting

Agency says new method would improve obtaining safety information. The amendment would require that manufacturers, importers, and user facilities be subject to current reporting requirements and submit reports to the FDA in an electronic format.

Image Gently™ Campaign Expands to Include Interventional Radiology

Online materials and checklists are available to help interventional radiology providers use the lowest dose necessary to perform procedures on children.

Parkland Health & Hospital System Rated AAA

The Dallas health system is the only AAA hospital in the country.

Rush University Medical Center Researchers Find Increase in Visceral Fat During Menopause Linked With Testosterone

Increase in visceral fat during menopause linked with testosterone.

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Trend Toward Smoke-Free Hospitals Has Soared, Study Finds

The number of U.S. hospitals with "smoke-free campus" policies continues to climb, the Joint Commission tells DOTmed News.

Dutch Reactor for Medical Isotopes Is Back Online

The High-Flux Reactor (HFR) in Petten, the Netherlands, has reopened after scheduled maintenance and downstream suppliers expect to receive shipments of molybdenum-99.

Roche Wants Tamiflu Expiration Extended; Vaccine Delays Expected

The WHO said this week it was up to U.S. health officials to decide whether to extend the expiration of first-line swine flu medicine Tamiflu by two years, as Roche is urging health officials to do.