Dear AuntMinnieEurope Member,
A popular saying in stroke care is that "time is brain" -- and to avoid losing too much of both, it's vital to cut the delays before imaging occurs in hospitals.
Information technology has an important role to play in this process. Helsinki University Central Hospital is achieving notable success, as attendees heard at this week's World of Health IT (WoHIT) and eHealth Week 2012 meeting in Copenhagen. For news from the event, visit our Healthcare Informatics Digital Community, or click here.
MRI in patients with nonMRI-compatible pacemakers still carries potential hazards, according to the authors of a new report. Provided appropriate steps are taken to optimize the procedure, however, the benefits of MRI will outweigh the risks, noted lead author Dr. Henning Bovenschulte from the University Hospital of Cologne in Germany. Get the story here.
Dr. Alexander Margulis has been a well-known figure in global radiology for nearly half a century, and now he's giving advice on leadership. The Maverinck has deep respect for Dr. Margulis, but he doesn't reckon such books offer great insight and wisdom. Click here to read more.
Trampolines seem to be popping up everywhere, and injuries resulting from using them are increasingly common. Norwegian researchers have studied this topic, as well as injuries due to sledging accidents. Go to our Digital X-Ray Community, or click here.
Photoacoustic technology is showing promise in imaging of breast cancer, and it may be able to distinguish malignant tissue from normal tissue by providing high-contrast images of tumors, say Dutch specialists. Find out more in our Women's Imaging Digital Community, or by clicking here.
Spending on healthcare is a hot political issue across the world, given the difficult economic climate. Which nations do you think spend the most on health? Discover the facts here.
