November 22, 2018 Share this content: The IL-17 response is associated with increases in airway neutrophils and macrophages and is related to worse clinical outcomes in current and former smokers. Gene expression of airway epithelial interleukin (IL)-17 response distinguishes a biologically, radiographically, and clinically distinct chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) subgroup of patients who may… Read More »
The Leaning Tower of Pisa is not as tilted as it once was after it straightened slightly as a result of engineering work to protect the tourist attraction. Experts of the tower’s surveillance group, which monitors restoration progress, said the monument was “stable and very slowly reducing its lean” following 17 years of observation. The… Read More »
Hearing loss can further challenge communication with Alzheimer’s patients. In patients with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, the brain is attacked and everyday functions become impossible or extremely difficult. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, a startling 5.7 million people in the United States suffer from Alzheimer’s and other dementia diseases, costing the nation about $ 277… Read More »
Current trends in radiology imaging continue to shift at a rapid pace. However, predictions about the demise of picture archiving and communications systems are unfounded. That’s among the findings of a survey of nearly 300 radiologists and medical imaging leaders by Reaction Data, a research and consulting firm. “The rumors of PACS death have been… Read More »