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5 Quality Challenges for Medtech to Tackle
A nonprofit healthcare organization has called on medical device manufacturers to step up their quality control game with these five challenges.
Balance Boards to Stay Active in the Offfice: Interview with Joel Heath, CEO of FluidStance
Fun and durable, the FluidStance balance board deck can be found at many offices these days as working professionals with desk jobs look for ways to stay active and healthy. Long hours slumped over at
Biobots Use Optogenetic Muscle Actuators for Movement
Researchers at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign have developed centimeter-scale biobots that combine soft materials, mouse muscle tissue, and wireless electronic components. The tiny devices can be controlled remotely through optogenetics. The muscle within
Mental Health In Teens And How To Help Them
Mental health is something that is often talked about in hushed tones or not at all. It’s time to break the silence and start talking about mental health, especially in teens. Many teens suffer from
Elastomeric Infusion Pumps Market Report 2022: Rising Preference for Long-Term Home Healthcare Drives Growth
Elastomeric infusion pumps are disposable medical used for the administration of liquid drugs such as analgesics, antibiotics, chemotherapy medications, etc.
Endoscopy Equipment Global Market Report 2022: Growing Focus of Hospitals to Invest in Technologically-Advanced Endoscopy Instruments and Expand Endoscopy Units Bolsters Sector
The global endoscopy equipment market is projected to reach USD 40.6 billion by 2027 from USD 28.9 billion in 2022, at a CAGR of 7.0%.
6 Factors That Can Influence Liability in a Truck Accident
A truck accident can result in significant property damage, injuries, and even death. When a truck accident occurs, determining liability for the accident is crucial to hold the appropriate party accountable. Truck accidents in New
EMMA International Consulting Group, Inc. and Thema srl Announce Strategic Partnership
Together, EMMA International and THEMA bring a wealth of knowledge in regulatory affairs, quality management and product development to the medical device industry,” stated Kira Jabri, COO.
Do Consumer Health Apps and Wearable Devices Help or Hinder Medical Diagnoses? By David Smith, President, and CRO at ilumivu
Smith writes, "The use of health apps has increased considerably in recent years. In 2018, there were 62.7 million monthly health app users in the United States. Just three years later, in 2021, that number
Artificial Neuron Uses Ions Like the Real Thing
Researchers at Linköping University in Sweden have developed artificial neurons that demonstrate 15 of the 20 characteristics of biological neural cells and can communicate with natural neurons in the body. The researchers call their device
This Week Last Year in Medtech: Jan. 15-21
See what Medtronic, Guardant, and Acutus were up to this time last year.
Trelleborg to Exhibit at MD&M West & Other Supplier News
Here’s what was new in the world of medical device suppliers this week.
Intricon Names Tim Deraney VP of Global Operations
Tim Deraney brings deep expertise in contract manufacturing in global, multi-site management; change management; and supply chain, logistics and planning leadership.
Martha Gulati MD, Named Anita Dann Friedman Endowed Chair in Women’s Cardiovascular Medicine and Research
Martha Gulati MD work has been published in numerous peer-reviewed publications, including The New England Journal of Medicine, Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) and Circulation.
Surmodics' Drug-Coated Balloon Encounters FDA Delay
FDA says the company's SurVeil drug-coated balloon submission is not currently approvable, but there is a path forward.
What are the Foundational Skills Involved in Providing Patient-centered Care?
Patient-centered care allows healthcare professionals to turn patients into active partners. This healthcare approach empowers patients to be in control of their own healthcare journey. When patients are active in their care, they feel empowered,
What Does a Weight-Loss Clinic Do?
A weight-loss clinic is a medical facility that specializes in the treatment of obesity and related health issues. They use a wide variety of treatments to help their patients lose weight, and in addition, they
5 Care Tips for Expecting Mothers
Pregnancy can be one of the most exciting and joyful times in any woman’s life. This signals the start of a new chapter, one which can change your life entirely. However, despite being joyful, pregnancy
Chronic Pain Red Flags Every Patient Must Watch Out For
Chronic pain is a dire medical condition, but many patients do not even realize they are dealing with it. The worst part is that you may experience it without a medical diagnosis of an underlying
7 Tips To Follow To Keep Your Private Parts In Good Health
When it comes to our health, we usually focus on maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. However, there’s one area of our health that often gets overlooked – our intimate or private parts. Just