Posts Tagged ‘nursing’
Support helps sleep apnea sufferers get zzzs
PENN STATE (US) — People with obstructive sleep apnea are more likely to stick to prescribed treatment if they have the involved support of a parent or partner, a new study shows. Continue…
Wednesday, December 7, 2011 12:15 - 1 Comment
Health & Medicine - Sep 15, 2011 10:48 - 0 Comments
Nursing care for diabetics a click away
MCGILL (CAN) — Nursing through the use of smart phones and the Internet is an effective way to help patients with uncontrolled diabetes manage their care, according to a new study. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Jul 30, 2010 12:42 - 2 Comments
Not your mom’s menopause
U. TEXAS-AUSTIN (US)—White women are becoming more optimistic about menopause, with many seeing it as an opportunity to rethink their lives and redefine themselves, a new study shows. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Jul 2, 2010 9:39 - 4 Comments
Snip eases breastfeeding for some babies
U. FLORIDA (US)—Many doctors don’t perform a simple procedure that would make breastfeeding easier for some babies because they believe it’s not medically necessary. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Dec 15, 2009 17:03 - 41 Comments
Diagnosing diabetes in the dentist chair
NYU (US)—An overwhelming majority of people with periodontal disease are also at risk for diabetes and should be screened, a new study finds. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Oct 29, 2009 14:00 - 4 Comments
Choice empowers breast cancer patients
“This research provides insight into what women newly diagnosed with breast cancer may do, think about, and expect even before they see the surgeon at the clinic for the first time,” says Robin Lally.
