Although some research has suggested that metformin, a medication often used in the treatment of diabetes, may have favorable effects on ventricular (heart) function, among patients without diabetes who underwent percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI; a procedure such as stent placement used to open narrowed coronary arteries) for ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI; a certain pattern on an electrocardiogram following a heart attack), treatment with metformin did not result in improved ventricular function, according to a JAMA study released online to coincide ...

Cleveland: A study by Cleveland Clinic researchers shows bariatric surgery is a highly effective and durable treatment for type 2 diabetes in obese patients, enabling nearly all surgical patients to be free of insulin and many to be free of all diabetic medications three years after surgery. The STAMPEDE (Surgical Therapy And Medications Potentially Eradicate Diabetes Efficiently) trial was simultaneously published in the New England Journal of Medicine and presented today at the Annual Scientific Session of the American College of Cardiology in Washington, D.C. The ...

Drug-dependent people who least take the future into account may, paradoxically, be the ones to benefit the most from certain treatments. The human instinct to choose instant gratification, such as a drug high, over a later benefit, such as good health — known as future or delay discounting — is strong in people with drug dependencies. An important component of addiction is failure to exert self-control in recognition of future consequences. In a study in Clinical Psychological Science, a team of researchers has found an unexpected pattern that may provide hope for ...

A mixture of diamond nanoparticles and mineral oil easily outperforms other types of fluid created for heat-transfer applications, according to new research by Rice University. Rice scientists mixed very low concentrations of diamond particles (about 6 nanometers in diameter) with mineral oil to test the nanofluid's thermal conductivity and how temperature would affect its viscosity. They found it to be much better than nanofluids that contain higher amounts of oxide, nitride or carbide ceramics, metals, semiconductors, carbon nanotubes and other composite materials. ...

Parents have reported before that trying to balance work and family obligations comes with career costs. But a new study from Rice University and the University of California, San Diego, shows that university workplace bias against scientists and engineers who use flexible work arrangements may increase employee dissatisfaction and turnover even for people who don't have children. "As researchers, we're interested in understanding the gap between the traditional 9-to-5 work setting and what workers actually need," said Erin Cech, an assistant professor of sociology at ...

WASHINGTON (March 31, 2014) — Clonidine – a drug that reduces blood pressure and heart rate – increased rates of clinically concerning hypotension and non-fatal cardiac arrest after noncardiac surgery, according to the POISE-2 trial presented at the American College of Cardiology's 63rd Annual Scientific Session. With more than 10,000 patients in 23 countries, this randomized clinical trial is the largest study of clonidine in surgical patients. The study's findings caught researchers by surprise. The earlier POISE-1 study found that beta blockers greatly reduced risk ...

WASHINGTON (March 31, 2014) — Patients given aspirin to prevent heart problems after non-heart-related surgery had a higher risk of serious bleeding than the patients who did not receive aspirin. At the same time, aspirin did not reduce incidence of post-operative heart attacks and death, according to data from POISE-2 presented at the American College of Cardiology's 63rd Annual Scientific Session. POISE-2 is the largest clinical trial focused on major cardiovascular complications in non-cardiac surgery. Although many guidelines address prophylactic aspirin in a surgical ...

Boston—In a first of its kind retrospective study, Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM) researchers have found that providing health insurance coverage to previously uninsured people does not result in reducing 30-day readmission rates. The study, which appears in the British Medical Journal, used data on actual (versus self-reported) use of care and also found no change in racial/ethnic disparities in this outcome, despite a markedly higher baseline of uninsurance among African-American and Hispanics in Massachusetts. Readmissions have been the focus of health ...

Breast cancers can look and behave very differently. Understanding why and how they do so is key to designing more tailored therapies for patients and sparing them unnecessary treatments. In a new study published by the Journal of Pathology, Dr Matt Smalley from Cardiff University treads new ground in exploring what drives breast cancers to look and behave so differently from one another. "The ultimate aim of this research is to be able to take a more personalised approach to medicine," said Dr Smalley from Cardiff University's European Cancer Stem Cell Research Institute. ...

(NEW YORK, NY, March 31, 2014) – Smartphones and tablets may hold the key to getting more clinicians to screen patients for tobacco use and advise smokers on how to quit. Even though tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable disease and death in the U.S., clinicians often don't ask about smoking during patient exams. Using mobile phones loaded with tobacco screening guidelines prompted nurses to ask patients about their smoking habits in 84 percent of clinic visits and to offer cessation counseling to 99 percent of smokers who expressed a willingness to kick the habit, ...

Inadequate risk assessment, planning and training are among the gaps in many parts of Canada's Arctic, compounding the challenges of brutal weather, vast distances, difficult transportation and spotty communications and exposing the region's residents to the ever increasing risks of natural and man-made disasters and emergencies, according to a major new report released today. In the report experts identify seven key recommendations and set priorities for emergency preparedness, synthesized from a series of hearings in each of Canada's three northern territories, concluded ...

Becky Dewitt is a popular Christian Author of the "Destiny's Closet" series. "Destiny's Closet" is a Christian children's series of books that teach children the importance of developing a personal relationship with God. The sequels to this series are "Destiny's Closet - Circle of Friends" and "Destiny's Closet - The Wonder Rule". Author Becky Dewitt will describe where she developed the idea of this children's book series. In addition to being an author, Becky Dewitt is also a writer for Written Voices website, Christian Voice Magazine and Devine Glory Magazine and ...

Montreal's most musically diverse festival features Indie Darlings, Rare UK DJs, Canadian music legends and one man bands from around the world. Today, the official line-up of international artists has been announced for the third edition of the One Man Band Festival which will take place in Montreal May 15th-18th 2014. This international line-up represents what will be the most diverse line-up in the festival's history. The One Man Band Festival continues to cement its reputation as one of the most unique, varied and entertaining music festivals in North America. Well ...

We are excited to announce Runbell is launching on Kickstarter in early May. Runbell is a wearable bell for urban runners that is extraordinarily easy to use, light-weight, and that has some major style. Runbell is the ultimate solution for runners using congested running paths. Whether you run in the urban jungle or on mountain trails, the sleek form, customisable grip, and beautiful style of Runbell will become a necessary part of your running gear. Weighing only one ounce Runbell looks more like jewellery than a running aid, yet by allowing you to warn other path ...

Neuroscience may be the next tool in the business owner's arsenal, helping to crack the code of why people buy and fuel profits. NeuroSelling, a new approach to business and sales, is helping Montreal entrepreneurs get inside the minds of their customers and push the buy button. NeuroSelling blends neuroscience, cognitive psychology and behavioural economics into a comprehensive sales system that gives business owners a toolkit for sales results in the new economy. And in a fiercly competitive economy that's rendered the tried and true weapons of business inert, science ...

Burbank based AlphaDogs Post celebrated the 11th Annual Pre-NAB Editors' Lounge with a panel discussion on the latest trends in post-production and what to expect at this year's NAB in Las Vegas. Topics ranged from 4K to cloud-based technologies, and the future of the post-production professional. Moderated by Journalist, Debra Kaufman, panelists included: Terence Curren (Editor/Colorist and Founder of AlphaDogs Post), Mark Raudonis (VP of Post Production, Bunim/Murray Productions), Michael Kammes (Director of Technology, Key Code Media) and Ramy Katrib (CEO, Digital Film ...

Beginning today, traditional direct mail programs are a thing of the past as SeeMore Interactive announces its partnership with Freedom Graphic Systems to enable card and partner program activation and acquisition. Together, the two are turning physical collateral into digital, interactive experiences by adding a layer of image recognition and augmented reality to direct mail. Simply by scanning a printed mailer with the SeeMore Interactive app, consumers can unlock coupons, view videos, share items on social media and shop - all via their smartphone or tablet. "We're ...

Maura Pally, Executive Director, Office of Hillary Rodham Clinton at the Clinton Foundation, and Penny Abeywardena who heads up the Girls & Women's effort and Associate Director of Committments at the Clinton Global Initiative were guests on the Inaugural show of the "Women INVESTING in Women & Girls" radio program on Friday, March 28th at 12 PM PST/3PM EST on the VoiceAmerica Radio Network. "We couldn't be more excited to be launching this new show on VoiceAmerica Kids with one of the leading global women's economic empowerment change makers Anu Bhardwaj, and ...

MagicKitchen.com is a national provider of frozen prepared HomeStyle type meals as well as an extensive second menu supporting a number of special dietary requirements. MagicKitchen.com ships all products from a central distribution center and delivers regularly to all states in the US, including Alaska and Hawaii. Hearthside Home Care, with offices in Greensboro, NC, provides in-home care and companionship in the home, on a short or long term basis, not only to seniors, but to those recovering from an illness, injury, or surgery, as well as respite for family caregivers ...

Solar Innovations, Inc., a custom manufacturer of greenhouses; folding, sliding, and stacking walls, windows, and screens; sunrooms; and skylights recently hosted a YES (Your Employability Skills) class from Pine Grove Area High School for a tour. The Northeast PA Manufacturers and Employers Council along with Solar Innovations Inc., Pine Grove, recently hosted a YES (Your Employability Skills) class from Pine Grove Area High School for a plant tour. Also along for the tour were House Majority Policy Members Representative Mike Tobash, Representative Ryan Mackenzie, ...

The first Blue Paper is entitled "Brazil's Infrastructure: Paving the Way." Neilson Capital analysts recommend two ways to participate in the expected growth of Brazil's infrastructure sector. Neilson Capital's Head of Latin American Private Client Division, Mr. Sandro Oliveira said "The Blue Paper underscores our focus on long-term investment themes that integrate the insights of our economists, equity strategists and equity analysts. This product highlights our commitment to putting clients at the forefront of the most timely investment debates." Additional highlights ...

Martin Investigative Services, Inc.(MIS), a leading private investigation firm, offers a website http://www.888USUNITE.com as a free resource to help people find almost anyone - from lost relatives, friends and lovers to deadbeat dads. "About 80 percent of the U.S. population is looking for someone be it a relative, friend, service buddy, old flames, classmates," said Thomas G. Martin, founder and president of Martin Investigative Services, Inc. "There can be many reasons for a missing person -- family feuds, problems with drugs or alcohol, loss of work or mental issues ...

Leadership expert, Will Marre, just concluded a provocative speech at the ABC Leadership Forum on how to avoid leadership failure in an industry undergoing radical change. Speaking to CEOs of medical devices and blood products companies Marre said, "Successful 21st-century leadership is radically different than past models. " He continued, "For most of you it seems like you're running World Book Encyclopedia on the day Google launched the search business. What you need now is big, fast change and nothing less." Marre went on to tell stories of his recent experiences ...

The Grand Canyon rafting season is in full swing and among the most popular trips getting underway this year are 1-day float tours down the Colorado River. "Smooth-water rafting is one of the most popular activities offered this time of the year," said Keith Kravitz, owner of Grand Canyon 123, a leading provider of National Park tours and information. "But hurry as these trips have a tendency to sell out." These particular float tours depart once a day in the morning from the South Rim of the Grand Canyon and there are two kinds available that seem to appeal to ...

Jonathan T. Gilbert, member of Orlando law firm Colling Gilbert Wright & Carter recently become a member of the Top 10 Personal Injury Attorneys Under 40 for the State of Florida. The Top 10 list is a Young Lawyers Division of the group known as the National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys, or NAOPIA. Each year, NAOPIA recognizes the top injury layers nationwide, with some receiving the prestigious honor of being named Top 10. Less than 1% of attorneys receive this honor. Lawyers are recognized after demonstrating an extraordinary amount of expertise, experience, ...