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Surgical Patch Alerts to Intestinal Leaks
Scientists at the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (EMPA) have developed an advanced surgical sealant that can alert clinicians to the presence of an intestinal leak after gastrointestinal surgery. Such leaks can
How to Build a Better PAP Machine
Sensor technology may help improve sleep apnea therapy adherence by making patients more comfortable with positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy devices.
ResMed Keeps up Momentum with Somnoware Acquisition
The San Diego, CA-based company's grip on the respiratory space has become stronger because Philips, it's chief competitor, is dealing with massive recalls.
KA Imaging To Launch Premium Dual-Energy Mobile System at AHRA
“This partnership with Del Medical comes at an excellent time,” said Amol Karnick, President and CEO of KA Imaging. “After the pandemic, mobile imaging has become more prominent in many healthcare facilities, so offering a
Introducing the B-Vector Laryngoscope | By Bradley J. Vargo, DO
B-Vector Laryngoscope is a direct laryngoscope prototype that contains no batteries, nor does it require an attached power cord. As a result, it is an integral hand-held instrument that needs no disassembly/reassembly. It can be
How Yoga Helps Your Health?
Yoga is one of the natural and ancient remedies that we have known about since medieval times. Think about this… how do you think that the saints and people in medieval times used to keep
Theradaptive Awarded Manufacturing Assistance Grant by the Maryland Stem Cell Research Fund
Theradaptive seeks to significantly improve patient outcomes by producing targeted therapeutics that can be used to coat implants, devices, and injectable carriers. Their proprietary protein-engineering platform aims to provide greater efficacy, safety, and ease of
How to Enhance Patient Trust in Your Healthcare Business
We all understand that trusting our healthcare providers is of the utmost importance when it comes to our well-being. It forms the foundation of a strong patient and doctor relationship and allows us to receive
Thermo Fisher Jumps into M&A Shortly After Layoffs
The Waltham, MA-based company said it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire CorEvitas for about $912.5 million.
Dialysis on the Go? Working Toward an Artificial Kidney Device
A new technology in the works aims to give kidney dialysis patients a better quality of life by enabling them to complete their treatments anywhere, anytime.
A Significant Moment in Time For Pacemakers
Abbott Laboratories won a nod from FDA for the Aveir DR, a dual-chamber leadless pacemaker. Will this approval move the needle for innovation in the pacemaker space?
BD Cuts 60 at Irish Facility
The company says the layoffs reflect efforts to “right-size” manufacturing operations post-COVID-19.
A New Day Is Coming for the Diagnostics Industry
EDP Biotech is merging with New Day Diagnostics to speed up the development of disease testing.
Four Pillars for a Successful Medtech Market Product Launch
Successfully introducing a product into the medtech market can be challenging. Now, experts are carving out a clearer pathway.
SK bioscience- Government Pharmaceutical Organization Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Strengthen Vaccine Infrastructure in Thailand
Jaeyong Ahn, CEO of SK bioscience said, "The convergence of SK bioscience's technology, GPO's manufacturing capability, and the administrative support from health authorities from both countries will form a powerful synergy, exemplifying a successful global
Lunit Makes Full-Fledged Entry into the Middle East with Participation in ‘Saudi Vision 2030’ Healthcare Transformation Project
The partnership seeks to contribute to driving healthcare transformation across Saudi Arabia, aligning with the Kingdom's 'Saudi Vision 2030' strategy.
CMS Establishes HCPCS code for Ultromics EchoGo ® Heart Failure, Accelerating Access to Precision HFpEF Detection
Ultromics EchoGo ® Heart Failure is the first US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) cleared platform for detecting Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), using a single view of an echocardiogram. The platform has
Clarius and Usono Announce an International Agreement to Bring Wireless and Wearable Ultrasound Imaging to Researchers
The wearable ultrasound imaging solution combines the wireless freedom of Clarius ultrasound with the security of the ProbeFix Dynamic, enabling limitless research opportunities of bodies in motion.
Angel Connection Nursing Services Discusses Home Care vs. Home Healthcare
Are you considering different types of at-home care for a loved one or yourself? With the ever-increasing cost of long-term healthcare and assisted living, more and more families are looking to provide quality medical care
How To Fix Poor Posture
Looking after your posture is essential for good health. Yet, far too many of us neglect our posture. That means, from time to time, we all need to fix our posture. How can you fix