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How To Use CBD To Cure Your Health Issues
CBD oil is mainly derived from the cannabis plant and is used as a natural remedy for several common ailments. Hemp-based oil does not contain many restrictions, and this is one of the main reasons
George Adams MD Named CMO of Cordis
Dr. Adams comes to Cordis with a distinguished combination of clinical practice, medical research, and product development experience. He is globally recognized for his expertise in the treatment of peripheral vascular disease in patients with critical
Pie Medical Imaging Announces FASTIII, a Multicenter Randomized Clinical Trial
The FAST III study aims to demonstrate non-inferiority of CAAS vFFR guided revascularization as compared to a conventional invasive wire based FFR guided revascularization in patients with either stable coronary syndrome or non-ST segment elevation
Proximie Partners with Jhpiego in New Initiative to Improve Obstetric Surgical Care
The Obstetric Safe Surgery (OSS) Project in Kenya is funded by Johnson & Johnson and to date has been implemented by Jhpiego as the lead organization, in collaboration with County and National Ministries of Health
Tekscan Announces a New and Improved In-Shoe Pressure Mapping System
F-Scan64 2.0 features an ultra-thin and flexible pressure-sensing array that fits within the patient's shoe. The post Tekscan Announces a New and Improved In-Shoe Pressure Mapping System appeared first on Medical Device News Magazine.
12 Ways To Prepare Yourself Before A LASIK Eye Treatment
Blurry vision is a hassle for anyone, especially if you’re not used to wearing graded eyeglasses or contact lenses. Additionally, people with poor eyesight sometimes struggle with wearing eyeglasses and contact lenses because they need
How Bionic Clothing is Focused on Revolutionizing Access for Individuals of All Abilities – By Jeremiah Robison, Founder and CEO of Cionic
In 1974, we were introduced to Colonel Steve Austin, an astronaut who became the world’s first “bionic” man after a test flight crash. He was more cyborg than anything after an arm, both legs, and
Philips Introduces Fully Integrated Echocardiography Experience
“With echocardiography the first imaging modality utilized for a greater volume of patients, clinicians are relying on ultrasound to provide care more than ever before,” said Jeff Cohen, General Manager of Ultrasound at Philips. The
New Biomaterial Repairs Hearts, Vocal Cords
The injectable hydrogel reportedly is the first to combine the porosity and toughness needed to repair damaged vocal cords, for example.
Venus Goes Big in Mitral & Tricuspid Valves with New M&A
The Hangzhou, China-based company said it will acquire Cardiovalve, a mitral and tricuspid valve replacement specialist.
Innovia Medical Expands Single-Use Instrument Product Line into the US with Gynecology Product Cervical Rotating Biopsy Punch
“We believe introducing the Cervical Rotating Biopsy Punch to the U.S. is a natural expansion of our Single-Use Instrument category. Immediate benefits will improve the quality of patient care from acute care facilities to small
Former FDA Commissioner Hahn to Lead New Cancer Testing Company
The former head of FDA will lead a new, high-tech cancer testing company that just emerged from stealth mode.
Chewing Gum Neutralizes SARS-CoV-2
Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania have developed a chewing gum that can bind to SARS-CoV-2 in the saliva, potentially helping to reduce viral transmission. The gum contains the protein ACE2 that can attach to
Microfluidic Photoreactor for Neonatal Jaundice
Researchers at the Oregon State University College of Engineering have developed a microfluidic photoreactor that is intended to treat severe cases of neonatal jaundice. Jaundice is caused by an excess of a pigment called bilirubin,
How To Become A Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
The medical sector is one of the most in-demand industries in history, and it probably always will be; people will always have healthcare needs no matter how far technology advances. And with the ongoing covid19
Inspira Technologies Files a PCT Patent Application for its Flagship ART Device and Method of Use to Minimize the Need for Mechanical Ventilation
Dagi Ben-Noon, Inspira Technologies’ Chief Executive Officer, stated: "The PCT patent application for our ART device - the first respiratory device to potentially substitute mechanical ventilation, designed for deployment and use both in and outside of the ICU.
Cooler Heads Receives FDA Clearance To Help Save Cancer Patients’ Hair
A revolutionary scalp cooling device to help cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy save their hair. All the more impressive is that Cooler Heads achieved this milestone after raising less than $1.5 million in venture capital funding.
CATO SMS Appoints Marcus S. Delatte PhD VP of Nonclinical Regulatory Strategy
Dr. Delatte joins CATO SMS from Parexel International where he held the role as vice president of technical and as a principal consultant. The post CATO SMS Appoints Marcus S. Delatte PhD VP of Nonclinical
Baxter Presents Data at ASHP Meeting Indicating Machine Learning May Enhance Infusion Pump Programming Safety
“This study shows promise around the potential to enhance patient safety by using machine learning platforms to build and maintain smart infusion drug libraries that dynamically review infusions and signal possible infusion errors,” said Douglas
Newly Published physIQ and UI Health Study on the Efficacy of Novel COVID-19 Decompensation Index
First-in-Kind COVID-19 Decompensation Index (CDI) identifies early signs of worsening health with a lower false alarm rate compared to standard-of-care modalities. Findings suggests the potential for wearable sensor-based analytics to detect exacerbation of infectious disease.