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Monthly Archives: March 2016

Graphene patch for glucose monitoring

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Well this is an interesting new development reported on New Scientist:

https://www.newscientist.com/article/mg22930661-900-smart-patch-for-diabetes/

A graphene patch that can monitor blood glucose levels without the need for lancets, poked fingers etc.

Ottawa Conference 2016

Suggest they practice on Laerdal’s SimElephant.https://twitter.com/Ottawa2016

CURIOS Webinar Biopsying the Urogenital Tract

Join us for the next CURIOS webinar on Wednesday April 13, 2016 @ 6:30pm to 7:30pm MST.

We will be exploring indications for office-based urogenital biopsy and the techniques for biopsy of the endometrium, cervix, vulva and urethral meatus. Erin Brennand will also discuss how to optimally manage conditions that may be diagnosed by urogenital biopsy.

FREE Registration: https://cmeregistration.ucalgary.ca/eventinfo_916.html

Tumours shrunk ‘dramatically’ in 11 days

Experts said the findings were a “stepping stone” to tailored cancer care.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-35775314

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BBC News: ‘Good’ cholesterol not always good, study suggests

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‘Good’ cholesterol not always good, study suggests_88689196_thinkstockphotos-494441862.jpgSome people with high levels of supposedly "good" cholesterol are at much greater risk of a heart disease, a study suggests.
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Social Media and Medical Education

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A grand overview of the role of social media in contemporary medical education, including tips for effective incorporation of social media tools and apps into curricula, and a discussion of social media’s limitations.

Social Media and Medical Education

Hand Injuries in Rural Practice

Join us for the next CURIOS webinar on Wednesday March 9, 2016 @ 6:30pm to 7:30pm MST.

We will be exploring commonly occurring hand injuries and the evaluation strategies for the less easily diagnosed conditions. Learn how to manage and prepare patients with severely  injured hands for transport and how to best classify for referral.

FREE Registration: http://cmeregistration.ucalgary.ca/eventinfo_909.html