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International Symposium On Atherosclerosis Highlights Latest Treatment Advancements
Atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries with plaque buildup, is the underlying cause of heart disease and stroke, which together account for more than half of all death and disability in developed nations. The world"s largest forum for new research on the topic, the International Symposium on Atherosclerosis (ISA), will hold its 15th triennial meeting at the John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center in Boston, June 14 to 18.
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'Virtual World' Training For Public Health Emergencies Evaluated By UIC
Researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago School of Public Health are conducting a study to determine if collaborative virtual environments improve public health preparedness and response planning.
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MIT 1000 Rapid Microbial Identification System Receives AOAC Research Institute Listeria Performance Test Method Certification
Micro Imaging Technology, Inc. (OTCBB: MMTC) announced that it has received AOAC Research Institute (AOAC RI) Performance Test Method™ (PTM) certification for the MIT 1000 System"s (System) identification of Listeria species (PTM Certificate Number 060901). Listeria are known to be the bacteria responsible for listeriosis, a rare but lethal food-borne infection that has a devastating case fatality rate of 25% (Salmonella, in comparison, has a less than 1% mortality rate). They are incredibly hardy and able to grow in temperatures ranging from 4°C (39°F), the temperature of a refrigerator, to 37°C (99°F), the body"s internal temperature. Furthermore, listeriosis" deadliness can be partially attributed to the infection"s ability to spread to the nervous system and cause meningitis.
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Ambulance Of Tomorrow Unveiled

"Smart Pod", ideas for the ambulance of the future - was unveiled to the NHS and the healthcare industry at the NHS Innovation Expo in London. The Innovation Expo brings together NHS exhibitors from across England as well as leading healthcare companies, showcasing the very best of healthcare innovations from the UK and abroad. Smart Pod"s revolutionary design takes the best features from the present day ambulance and combines them with revolutionary new functions including an expandable mobile treatment centre and Smart Infection Control along with a raft of clinical innovations that utilise state of the art communications technologies. The "Smart Pod" transforms into a mini treatment centre, providing fast treatment in an emergency or a major incident. It also fulfils the traditional function of an ambulance, treating patients whilst transporting them to hospital, where needed. The "Smart Pod" is a joint venture between the Royal College of Art and the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council who came up with the design following the initial project launched by the National Patient Safety Agency in 2005. Loughborough University also helped design the inside of the pod so that the furniture helps prevent the spread of healthcare associated infections such as MRSA and C Difficile. Professor Jonathan Benger from the research team behind the "Smart Pod" said: "Although NHS clinical staff such as paramedics and nurses, have the necessary skills to treat people on-the-spot but emergency vehicles have not evolved to provide the necessary facilities. Smart Pods includes a range of revolutionary mobile and portable technologies that transcend the limitations of current ambulance vehicles and equipment." Dave Whiting, Director of East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust said, "We welcome this important area of research and look forward to further developing these concepts and systems further. This research is very important in providing practical information that will be vital in future pilot scheme and procurements of the "Smart Pod." " The Smart Pod is in the initial stages of development but could be something rolled-out across the NHS if a pilot scheme proves to be successful. Professor Jonathan Benger and his design team as well as participating NHS Trusts are now discussing the future of these new designs. The Department of Health, UK


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