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AI Device Monitors Breathing to Diagnose Parkinson’s
Researchers at MIT have developed an AI system that can diagnose Parkinson’s disease and track its progression, simply by monitoring someone’s breathing patterns as they sleep. The device looks like an internet router and can
J&J's Biosense Launches New Mapping Catheter
Biosense Webster, a Johnson & Johnson MedTech company, released a new mapping catheter, the Octaray, which has eight splines.
Boston Scientific Snags Expanded Labeling FDA Nod for LAAC Device
With the update in labeling, the WATCHMAN FLX Device now includes a DAPT option.
What’s Going to Happen to Grail Now?
The European Commission is blocking Illumina’s $8 billion acquisition of Grail. The San Diego, CA-based company said it would appeal the decision.
New 12-month Results from the VATRAC Trial Confirm Durable Efficacy of Aerin Medical’s VivAer® in Patients with Nasal Valve Collapse
Study shows VivAer was effective in reducing symptoms of nasal airway obstruction for patients with both dynamic and static nasal valve collapse.
Ali Azizzadeh MD Named Associate Dean of Faculty Affairs
Ali Azizzadeh MD, will provide strategic guidance and support to faculty appointments, promotions, and academic career development.
Baptist Health’s Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute Successfully Treats its 1st Cardiac Patients with New 3D Philips Intracardiac Echocardiography Catheter
The hospital has successfully started treating patients with Verisight Pro, Philips’ real-time 3D Intracardiac Echocardiography catheter, during minimally-invasive image-guided procedures for structural heart disease.
Vivo Surgical Honored with the Esteemed WIPO-IPOS IP for Innovation Award
Dr. Kevin Koh, CEO of Vivo Surgical, said "Being recognized with this award is a huge moment, not only for the team at Vivo Surgical, but also for all the patients our products help around
AliMed, Inc. Awarded Pediatric Straps and Positioners Agreement with Premier, Inc.
“AliMed is committed to serving the pediatric community with high-quality healthcare products designed specifically for their needs,” said Adrienne Hamilton, Director of Marketing at AliMed. “We are excited about this agreement and look forward to
Honeywell Signs Agreements to Advance Digitalization of Healthcare Globally
Honeywell is transforming healthcare delivery by providing sensors and advanced digital technology aimed at improving patient outcomes and increasing connectivity for more efficient monitoring in hospitals and homes.
Pedersen's POV: You Want Me to Write About What?
In this inaugural op-ed column, Senior Editor Amanda Pedersen shares her journey as a veteran medtech journalist, and touches on the good, bad, and ugly sides of the industry.
Boston Scientific Receives FDA Approval for Expanded Labeling of WATCHMAN FLX LAAC Device for Dual Anti-Platelet Therapy as Post-Procedural Medication Option
WATCHMAN FLX is now the only LAAC technology in the United States that allows for either DAPT or OAC immediately following implantation.
4 Causes Of Cancer That You Probably Didn’t Know About
Did you know that cancer is caused by more than just smoking and exposure to radiation? In fact, there are many different causes of cancer, some of which you may not have heard about. This
Hexarad Completes Series A Funding – Raises Additional £2.2 Million
The additional funding raised through this round will allow Hexarad to continue to grow its radiology platform which focuses on allocative efficiency to improve scan reporting times.
Transforming Pharmacy with Paperless Prescriptions By Nadeem Sarwar, Founder & CEO at Phlo Connect
Mr. Sarwar writes, "Our solution allows clinicians to generate and ‘sign’ a digital prescription, and then send this to the Phlo digital pharmacy, which can deliver the medication to the patient’s door in a timeframe
As CBD Use Rises, Clinical Trials Needed to Determine Safety, Efficacy in Heart Disease Patients
A review of existing studies found ( CBD ) no clinical recommendations can be made given current evidence. ACC Latin America 2022 Together with CardioAcademic will be held in Mexico City on September 9-10, 2022.
Break The Taboo Of Male Health: Here Is Advice On How To Support Them
Many men feel like they cannot openly discuss health issues or problems they are having. This can have serious consequences, as men are less likely to seek medical help when they need it. One of
Is There a Swinging Door in Medtech?
With position transition effective immediately, Senseonics announced the exit of chief financial officer, Nick Tressler, continuing an industry-wide trend of turnover in 2022.
Monkeypox Has Potential to Cause Heart Problems
A 31-year-old male with confirmed monkeypox infection developed acute myocarditis approximately one week following the onset of monkeypox symptoms