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Shaking hands with robotic arm could help stroke patients learn to use arms againShaking hands with a robotic arm could be a new way to help stroke patients learn to use their arms again. Researchers writing in BioMed Central's open access Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation report a pilot trial of the 'Braccio di Ferro' (Iron arm) robot in 10 patients. 16 Mar 2010 15:43 Study shows experimental thyroid drug reduces cholesterolAn experimental thyroid drug reduces cholesterol without the troublesome side effects experienced by some people on statins, according to a study published today in The New England Journal of Medicine. An international team of investigators at Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions, the Karolinska University Hospital and Institute, and The Feinstein Institute for Medical Research tested a substance called Eprotirome in patients with high cholesterol. 12 Mar 2010 15:19 You can't exercise away TV's toll on the heartHeavy screen time in youth means trouble by mid-40s, despite activity levels, study finds. 4 Mar 2010 06:21 Study: Single, unhappily married men may have elevated risk of fatal stroke in the coming decadesSingle or unhappily married men may have an elevated risk of fatal stroke in the coming decades, according to a large study presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2010. 25 Feb 2010 08:22 Braille packaging for medication
Risk of heart attack greater in women with goutIndependent risk of gout on the risk of acute myocardial infarction among elderly women: A population-based study. 8 Feb 2010 11:41 Cardiologist provides heart-healthy tips for womenHeart disease is the single leading cause of death for American women. Nearly twice as many women in the United States die of heart disease, stroke and other cardiovascular diseases than from all forms of cancer, including breast cancer. 1 Feb 2010 13:41 Ireland's doctors notified over suspension of ReductilAbbott Laboratories Ireland has issued an important safety information notice to doctors on the suspension of marketing authorisations for sibutramine (Reductil), due to increased cardiovascular risk observed in the SCOUT trial. 28 Jan 2010 07:15 Seven steps for a healthy heartFrom diet to exercise to cholesterol, AHA identifies seven factors for cardiovascular health. 21 Jan 2010 07:57 Baby Ashleigh comes out tops in operation - doctors put heart in chestAshleigh Louw's family has commended the little girl's fighting spirit after she came through a three-hour operation with flying colours. 18 Jan 2010 10:12 Dress red for Valentine's Day and HSFSA
Research into "chemical chaperone" may lead to new treatments for heart attacksResearchers at the Indiana University and Stanford University schools of medicine have determined how a "chemical chaperone" does its job in the body, which could lead to a new class of drugs to help reduce the muscle damage caused by heart attacks. 11 Jan 2010 07:11 Vitamin D deficiency may increase risk of stroke, heart disease, deathStudy finds inadequate levels of Vitamin D may significantly increase risk of stroke, heart disease and death. 24 Nov 2009 13:51 News for medical professionals Register as a medical professional for free to view this content Racial differences in incident heart failure in young adults 24 Mar 2009 08:10 Information sheets for patients with acute chest pain 23 Mar 2009 10:22 PCI versus CABG for severe coronary artery disease 5 Mar 2009 14:36 Risks associated with concomitant use of clopidogrel and PPIs 5 Mar 2009 14:24 Excessive daytime sleepiness in the elderly a red flag for cardiovascular disease 1 Mar 2009 15:59 Next page>>Latest jobs | ContributorsWeather Motoring
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Lipogen, a generic cholesterol lowering medication, is reputedly the first product to be launched in South Africa embossed with Braille for easy identification by the blind. For many years, the inability of the blind and partially sighted to read the labels and packaging of their medication has represented a serious health-risk to those individuals. 
The Heart and Stroke Foundation South Africa will host its annual National Dress Red Fundraising campaign of Valentine's Day again this year. The concept asks the public to buy a Dress Red “I love my heart” sticker for R5 and wear red on the day. 
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