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Vitastem Ultra: Helping Hospitals & Nursing Homes Combat HAIs
Vitastem Ultra is a very powerful and incredibly innovative topical antibiotic that can help protect patients in healthcare facilities from HAIs with way better wound care treatment options.
Bad to the Bone: What Bone Cement Maker Became a Cautionary Tale?
Shady business practices landed four medtech executives in jail in 2011. What bone cement company did they work for?
Can Medical Conditions be Used as a Defense in DUI Cases?
As a criminal defense lawyer, it is essential to understand the way medical conditions can be used as a defense in DUI cases. From physiological ailments such as diabetes to psychological issues like PTSD or
The Future of STD Treatment: Why Online Consultations Are the Way Forward
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) have been a major public health concern worldwide for many years. According to the World Health Organization, over one million sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are acquired every day. With the rise
Why Non-Surgical Varicose Vein Treatment is Increasingly Popular
Varicose veins affect over 30% of the general population. These bulging veins can be uncomfortable, painful, and unsightly. While traditional treatment methods, such as surgery, have been used in the past, non-surgical treatments are becoming
Tegra Medical Achieves ISO 14001 Certification
The certification is granted to companies that identify and manage business areas to reduce environmental impact.
Zimmer Biomet Looks to Ossis to Expand 3D-Printing Offerings
The Warsaw, IN-based company based company is once again indulging in M&A in 2023.
Tegra Medical Achieves ISO 14001 Environmental Management Certification
“Tegra Medical is emphatically committed to contributing to a greener world for future generations,” said Walter Kobler, Tegra Medical CEO. “As the medical division of SFS, Tegra Medical has made sustainability part of its DNA.
Ensuring Cybersecurity Success in Medtech Manufacturing
MD+DI spoke with Velentium’s Christopher Gates about cybersecurity vulnerabilities in medtech and how to negate security risk through prevention.
How Can I Improve My Internet Speed?
There is no denying the fact that the internet is one of the most powerful tools. It has indeed come a long way, revolutionized many different fields, and has become a global means of communication.
How Much Should I Get in a Back Injury Settlement?
Approximately eight out of every ten people suffer from some form of back problem in the United States. Chronic back pain is incredibly debilitating, and can drastically reduce a person’s quality of life. But it
MicroPort Orthopedics Announces Second Annual Global Medial-Pivot Symposium in Phoenix, Arizona from October 13-14
Attendees can expect an in-depth review from invited keynote speakers of Medial-Pivot design principles and scientific evidence, and how alignment strategies and advanced digital technologies can maximize the clinical benefits of medial-pivot design. Sessions will
Graphene Patch Affixes to Heart for Pacemaking
Researchers at Northwestern University and the University of Texas at Austin have developed a thin and flexible graphene “tattoo” that can be affixed to the outside of the heart, and which can monitor heart rhythms
Newly Updated Augmented Xperience (AX) Platform Capabilities from Signia are Now Available to Veterans, Active Military Members, and American Indians
“Signia is honored to support our country’s veterans – many of whom have hearing loss related to the contributions they made to secure our freedom,” said John Murray, Signia’s Vice President of Government Services. “We
Next generation Micra Leadless Pacemaker System Receives FDA Approval Reports Medtronic
Micra AV2 and Micra VR2, the world's smallest micra leadless pacemaker, provides longer battery life and easier programming than prior Micra pacemakers, while still delivering the many benefits of leadless pacing such as reduced complications
Wound Dressing Detects Infection, Changes Color
Researchers at Linköping University in Sweden created a wound dressing that can provide a visual indication if the underlying wound is infected. Chronic wounds are difficult to manage, and presently healthcare staff must remove the
10 Simple Ways to Improve Your Physics Grade
Pysics is a cornerstone science crucial to our comprehension of the universe. Physics has many applications, from explaining the universe’s workings to developing innovative technologies. As a student, excelling in physics classes can open up
Cook Medical Treats First Patient in First-in-human Clinical Trial for Venous Valve
The patient was treated by Dr. Mauricio Alviar, vascular surgeon and principal investigator, of Clinica de la Costa in Barranquilla, Colombia.
Do Anti-Wrinkle Injections Really Work? What You Should Know
Have you ever noticed how fresh and beautiful a baby’s skin looks? Of course, since they are young, they don’t seem to have any pores yet, and their skin is glowing. But everyone gets older,
Star Wars Lessons for Medtech
In honor of the 40th anniversary of "Return of the Jedi," our senior editor applies lessons from the Star Wars franchise to the world of medtech.