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Wesper Announces $9.6 Million Series A Round
With FDA clearance and insurance coverage, Wesper has crafted a clinical-grade solution to deliver sleep medicine to the masses.
Triastek Receives FDA IND Clearance for 3D Printed Medicine for the Treatment of Ulcerative Colitis
Dr. Senping Cheng, founder and CEO of Triastek. "Delaying drug release and delivering oral dosage forms to the colon is challenging, so T21 offers a promising new option for patients by providing site-specific drug delivery
Covalon’s SurgiClear Dressing Plays an Important Part in Preventing Surgical Wound Infections at Top Children’s Hospital
Jeremy Harman, PA-C, an author of the study, commented, "The trifecta of breathable barrier protection, antimicrobials, and the ability to monitor the site is what makes this a great dressing. It's easier for us to
Lung Cancer Awareness Month Highlights Importance of Preventive Screenings
During Lung Cancer Awareness Month, Olympus Corp. of the Americas and the American Lung Association are spotlighting potentially lifesaving lung cancer screening and the diagnostic tools available to help guide treatment.
Medical Device Innovation During COVID-19: What’s New?
Technological innovations are often prompted by external circumstances like economic downturns, international conflicts, competition, political pressure, and disease. In particular, the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic motivated engineers, innovators, and scientists to design and build
Making Fast & Easy Connections with Swelling Fluids
A look at more sophisticated tubing materials and components for medical devices.
ARCH Medical Continues Industrywide Acquisition Spree
The company recently announced the acquisition of Alpha Manufacturing & Design.
Quiet Firing Is the Worst Trend of 2022
This week in Pedersen's POV, our senior editor examines a disturbing new corporate trend.
Medtech in a Minute: Layoffs Happening All Around Us
Catch up on the latest medtech news – in one minute or less.
Elizabeth Holmes Sentenced to 11.25 Years for Theranos Fraud
The amount of restitution Elizabeth Holmes will have to pay will be determined in a separate hearing.
Can a Video Selfie Be Used to Screen for BP & Prediabetes?
NuraLogix is developing a platform that uses a video selfie to help shed more light on these conditions.
Reasons Why Accurate Weighing Is Important In Medicine
Every company must prioritize quality control, and for many companies, accurate weighing measurements are quickly required. This is particularly true in medical applications where chemicals must be monitored with exceptional accuracy on a daily basis
Undertaking a Cosmetic Procedure: 6 Medical Tips to Help You
Are you considering a cosmetic procedure? Whether you’re looking to have Botox injections or get a facelift, it’s important to do your research and understand the risks involved. It’s also important to consult with a
Is There an End in Sight for Philips’ Recall Nightmare?
The Amsterdam, Netherlands-based company said reworked respirators from the 2021 recall have two new potential issues.
LivaNova’s LifeSPARC System Nabs Additional FDA Clearance
The system is now approved for ECMO beyond six hours with patients in acute respiratory failure or acute cardiopulmonary failure.
Extra Hot Nanoparticles for Cancer Therapy
Researchers at Oregon State University created a new type of hyperthermic magnetic nanoparticle that is intended to assist in destroying tumors through localized heating under an alternating magnetic field. Previous iterations of such technologies could
Medical-Grade Plastics Used in Manufacturing Medical Devices
Many medical products and devices are manufactured using medical-grade plastics, such as rapid parts for surgical equipment. Considering these products often interact with blood and other internal human tissues, these plastics must meet specific requirements
KA IMAGING to Introduce Its 1st Mobile X-ray Unit at RSNA
The Reveal Mobi Lite provides 3 images from one exposure in a seamless experience notes KA Imaging.
Ferrobot Swarms for Rapid Viral Testing
At the University of California Los Angeles, scientists have developed a handheld lab kit that can conduct automated pooled testing for viral diseases, including COVID-19. The technology consists of a microfluidic platform that relies on
Airnov Healthcare Packaging Celebrates 5 Years of Manufacturing in India
Beginning production in 2017, the Indian site is an important local hub for Airnov Healthcare Packaging serving what is a growing national and regional market.