Common medical screen predicts liver cancer risk

Enzymes checked in routine blood tests gauge risk better than hepatitis infection, other factors, in general population

High carb and sugar diet impact brain function among elderly

Those 70-plus who ate food high in fat and protein fared better cognitively than those with the highest carbohydrate and sugar intake, research showed

Remi Volpe named VP-GM of Honeywell S&C EMEA

Region sees rapid product, technology and resources growth

New technology offers improved chances for couples undergoing IVF

510(k) clearance for ExSpiron

Silk harnessed for biosensors, lasers microchips

Shape matters in DNA nanotherapy

Researchers control shape of nanoparticles to improve DNA therapy

OrbusNeich stent may be a safer option for patients with increased bleeding risk

British Medical Journal (BMJ) case report features patient with immune thrombocytopenic purpura

Drug-eluting device shows promise

Study shows that group treated with drug-eluting balloon (DEB) angioplasty for peripheral artery disease showed better clinical outcomes than the group treated with conventional angioplasty

Medtronic amongst Top 100 Employers in Canada

Gradual recovery for vertebral augmentation and vertebroplasty devices

China's September commodity imports rise but demand still weak

* Iron ore shipments up 4.1 percent in Sept * Early bookings push copper imports up 11 pct * Crude oil up 9.1 pct after August's 22-month low