2015 Article Archives

Surviving Sudden Death

Feb 11, 2015 at 04:50 pm by steve

Therapeutic Hypothermia Becoming Standard of Care in Cardiac Arrest For fans of TV medical dramas, reality can come as a shock. Week after week, they are accustomed to seeing.... Read More

2015 Article Archives

Eye Cues

Feb 11, 2015 at 04:50 pm by steve

Signs of disease may be detectable in the eye years in advance Shakespeare said the eyes are windows to the soul. They can also give a pretty clear indication of health issue.... Read More

2015 Article Archives

The Blinding Disease

Feb 11, 2015 at 04:50 pm by steve

Glaucoma affects over 2.2 million people, but only half of them are aware that they have the disease. If left untreated, glaucoma will lead to blindness, making it the 2nd lea.... Read More

2015 Article Archives

New Procedure Delivers Drug Via Balloon To Help Repair Leg Arteries

Feb 11, 2015 at 04:50 pm by steve

Repairing heart arteries that become clogged with plaque--a condition known as atherosclerosis--has become a familiar medical procedure in recent years. Somewhat less well-kno.... Read More

2015 Article Archives

Freestanding Emergency Departments to Benefit Patients in Hoover and 280 Corridor

Feb 11, 2015 at 04:50 pm by steve

Overcrowded emergency rooms and ambulance diversion are problems around the country, and Birmingham is no exception. Recent approval for the construction of freestanding emerg.... Read More