Hampton Roads Have New Low-dose CT system

Hampton Roads is going to make use of a new low-dose CT imaging system. The new 64-slice CT unit is supported with advanced software that helps technicians in reducing radiation exposure by almost 40%, with enhanced image clarity. The first hospital to use the new CT system in the area is Bon Secours DePaul in Norfolk. The new unit costs $1.2 million.

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Prostate Cancer Screening Campaigns Should Change Their Message

According to a new study, campaigns that address the low screening rates for prostate cancer have another unintended effect; which is discouraging men from having prostate examinations. The study was carried out by researchers from University of Heidelberg, Germany and was highlighted in the current issue of Psychological Science.

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Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign Took Place In Jeddah

A breast cancer awareness campaign took place in Jeddah aiming to break a Guinness World Record for the largest human awareness ribbon.  The theme of the campaign this year is "A Woman's Stand". The event was held under the patronage of the Sultan bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud Foundation, while Princess Reema bint Bandar and the Al-Bidayah Breast Feeding Resource and Women's Awareness Center at the Zahra Breast Cancer Association organized the initiative.


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Basal Cells Are The Origin Of Prostate Cancer

According to a new study, the basal cells of the prostate were identified as the cell of origin for human prostate cancer for the first time. This recent discovery will help in further development of diagnostic tools and effective treatment for the prostate cancer patients. The study was carried out by researchers from Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center, UCLA. The study was highlighted in the July 30, peer-reviewed journal Science.

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Family History Of Male Breast Cancer Increases The Risk Of Developing The Disease

According to a new study, individuals with family history of male breast cancer are having higher risk of developing breast cancer themselves. Such individuals are at higher risk of the disease more than individuals with a family history of breast cancer. The study was conducted by researchers from James Graham Brown Cancer Center, University of Louisville. The study was published in the August issue of the journal The American Surgeon.

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Cegedim To Purchase Pulse Systems

Cegedim, a leading company providing healthcare IT solutions, announced that it has purchased Pulse Systems, Inc., a major company offering healthcare software and solutions in the United States. Pulse System is based in Wichita, Kan. Following the purchase, Cegedim will gain access to the U.S. market of electronic health records (EHR) and practice management (PM). Alain Missoffe, chairman of Cegedim Healthcare Software, commented "Pulse provides Cegedim an optimal entry and platform into the rapidly growing U.S. healthcare computerization market. We expect to capitalize on their superior healthcare software, vast market knowledge, excellent customer service and technological prowess to deliver EHR and PM solutions to healthcare professionals with the best possible chances of success." Moreover, the purchase will enhance the presence of Cegedim and its solutions in North America. The European Cegedim Healthcare Software division will extended in order to use Pulse solutions for further expansion in the US market.

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Cancer Gold Standard Accreditation Awarded To BCBSNC

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (BCBSNC) announced that it has been awarded Cancer Gold Standard accreditation. The award comes in recognition of the efforts and commitments of BCBSNC to reduce the risk of cancer to its employees and their families by recommending healthy lifestyle choices and enhancing cancers detection screenings to diagnose the disease as early as possible.

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