Monday 16 August 2010
Thermography To Prevent Mortalities In Premature Babies
In a recent study, researchers at Duke University were able to develop Thermography, which is a new, cost effective and non-invasive test that may offer help in preventing mortalities in premature babies. This study was published in the Journal of Surgical Radiology.Statistics show that premature birth occurs in about 10% of all the pregnancy cases in the US. Among the most dangerous conditions that affect premature babies throughout this stressful period is necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC). In this disorder, an infection develops the intestine of the baby leading to mortality.
Global E-Health Forum to Present Strategies, Solutions and Services
Hamburg, August 16, 2010: Healthcare systems all over the world are facing very similar challenges: demographic shifts, the impact of globalization and an increased burden of 
chronic diseases and expensive treatments, to mention some of the most important ones. The Global E-Health Forum, which will take place on October 25 + 26, 2010 in Hamburg, Germany, will address these challenges. The first conference day at the Hamburg Chamber of Commerce will feature strategy and best practice presentations from the U.S.A., Europe, Asia and New Zealand, workshops, discussion forums and an accompanying exhibition. The second day will be hosted by Asklepios Clinics. There, conference attendees may expect workshops, hands-on presentations and guided tours as well as a panel discussion titled “Connecting Competence for E-Health Services – What Customers Expect, What Healthcare Has to Deliver”. The official reception for the international audience will take place at the U.S. Consulate General.
chronic diseases and expensive treatments, to mention some of the most important ones. The Global E-Health Forum, which will take place on October 25 + 26, 2010 in Hamburg, Germany, will address these challenges. The first conference day at the Hamburg Chamber of Commerce will feature strategy and best practice presentations from the U.S.A., Europe, Asia and New Zealand, workshops, discussion forums and an accompanying exhibition. The second day will be hosted by Asklepios Clinics. There, conference attendees may expect workshops, hands-on presentations and guided tours as well as a panel discussion titled “Connecting Competence for E-Health Services – What Customers Expect, What Healthcare Has to Deliver”. The official reception for the international audience will take place at the U.S. Consulate General.
New Mobile Mammography Unit Available At North Mississippi Medical Center
The new Mobile Mammography unit at North Mississippi Medical Center (NMMC) is going to starting working soon. The unit has been decorated with a giant pink ribbon. 
The new mobile mammography unit is replacing an older one which has been providing breast cancer-detecting services since 1994. The unit has been also supported with new set of wheels. Sherry Craig, technical director for the NMMC Breast Care Center, said "It was past ready to retire. Since 2006, we've had digital mammography at the breast care center; it's exciting to be able to bring that technology to the region.”
The new mobile mammography unit is replacing an older one which has been providing breast cancer-detecting services since 1994. The unit has been also supported with new set of wheels. Sherry Craig, technical director for the NMMC Breast Care Center, said "It was past ready to retire. Since 2006, we've had digital mammography at the breast care center; it's exciting to be able to bring that technology to the region.”
Mount Kisco Medical Joined By A New Radiologist
Mount Kisco Medical Group, a multi-specialty medical practice located in Mt Kisco, New York, announced that Dr. Matthew Lewis has recently joined its radiology and diagnostic
imaging department. He will represent a significant addition to the Mount Kisco Medical, which provides medical services for more than 225,000 patients in 21 different locations. Dr. Lewis’ office is located in Oakwood Commons plaza, Town of Poughkeepsie. He got his medical degree from Stanford University School of Medicine in California
imaging department. He will represent a significant addition to the Mount Kisco Medical, which provides medical services for more than 225,000 patients in 21 different locations. Dr. Lewis’ office is located in Oakwood Commons plaza, Town of Poughkeepsie. He got his medical degree from Stanford University School of Medicine in California
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