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Medtech in a Minute: Medtronic Recalls Pile Up, and More
Quickly catch up on the latest medtech news from Medtronic, Boston Scientific, Hologic, and others.
Medtech in a Minute: Big News in Surgical Robotics, and More
Quickly catch up on the latest medtech news from Insulet, Johnson & Johnson, Abbott, and others.
Medtech Hot Takes of the Month of April
These were among the most thought-provoking quotes we heard from medical device and diagnostics thought leaders in April.
Top Basic First Aid Skills That Everyone Should Learn
When it comes to first aid, there are certain skills that are essential for everyone to know. These basic first aid skills can help you stay calm and composed in a stressful situation, and they
Importance of Geometric Tolerances in Medical Device Manufacturing
Geometric Tolerances No matter how efficient and perfect your technical drawings are, still there is the possibility of variations in tolerance. Medical tools and devices have a lot of complex curvilinear, triangular, and internal shapes
Perinatal Mental Health Support for Parents of Color: Interview with Lauren Elliott, Founder of Candlelit Therapy
Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders are very common, and can cause significant suffering and distress for many new parents. Black women and women of color are often at higher risk of such disorders. Despite this,
What Medtech Startups Need to Know About Healthcare
Practical advice for medtech startups about the regulatory environment and other nuances of the U.S. healthcare system.
Dexcom’s CEO: FDA’s Nod for G7 Could Come Sometime After ADA
The company revealed expectations on when one of medtech’s most highly anticipated devices could win approval.
When the Chips Are Down, Hologic Leans on COVID Sales
Hologic's breast health business continues to be impacted by the global chip shortage, but the company's COVID testing sales saved the day.
Ictero Medical Closes $6M Series A Financing
Ictero Medical advises funding will be used to continue product development and complete initial clinical testing.
U.S. STAR-D Pivotal Trial Evaluating the DrugSorb™ – 1st Patient Enrolled
STAR-D pivotal trial is being performed under the auspices of an FDA Breakthrough Device Designation and is expected to enroll up to 120 patients across 30 sites in the United States.
6 Causes Of Pediatric Cardiac Arrest
Cardiac arrest is a life-threatening heart condition. As the word suggests, arrest means to stop or pause. During cardiac arrest, the heart stops beating. Electrical impulses control the heart. When the impulses are interfered with,
Wireless Implant for Anti-Cancer Photodynamic Therapy
Researchers at Texas A&M University created a wireless device that aims to illuminate and destroy residual tumor cells left after cancer resection. The device can be used by surgeons to illuminate the tumor bed after
How a Security Operations Center Can Elevate a Hospital’s Cybersecurity
Mr. Trevino describes the importance of a security operations center which should include sophisticated technology to monitor, detect, & respond in real-time to cybersecurity threats. Is your facility ready?
Heart Chamber on a Chip
Researchers at Boston University engineered a heart chamber on a chip that can beat by itself. The technology relies on cardiomyocytes generated from induced pluripotent stem cells and small acrylic valves that allow the fluid
Legal Tips You Should Follow if a Car Accident Has Damaged Your Health
No one ever expects to be in a car accident, but when it happens, you need to know what to do. If the accident has damaged your health, there are certain legal steps you need
Nashville, TN A Big Back Yard to Enjoy
Nashville, TN: Looking for a great travel adventure? Come and play in Nashville’s Big Back Yard and enjoy outdoor recreation, music & arts, and backroad adventures. Just south of Music City, NBBY is 12 small towns
Leg Sleeve for Neurological Mobility Issues: Interview with Jeremiah Robison, Cionic CEO
Cionic, a medtech company based in San Francisco, created the Neural Sleeve, a wearable that is designed to enhance movement for those with mobility issues. The company describes its device as a bionic garment, and
Emerson Expands Line of Solenoid Valves & More Supplier News
Here's what was new in the world of medical device suppliers during the week of April 24, 2022.
Aspirin Therapy Does Not Cut Risk in Non-Obstructive Coronary Artery Disease
Aspirin therapy, as opposed to statin use, for non-obstructive coronary artery disease does not reduce major cardiovascular events, according to a new study published in the journal Radiology: Cardiothoracic Imaging. Coronary artery disease is the