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Synaptive Medical Receives FDA 510(k) Clearance for Near-Infrared Fluorescence Visualization, Expanding Application of Existing Robotic Exoscope
Near-Infrared fluorescence now available on Modus X robotic exoscope, complementing system’s existing advanced fluorescence capabilities New Infrared fluorescence enables the use of Modus X for visualization of vessels in conjunction with indocyanine green New patented 4K ICG Image Fusion for real-time contrast of microsurgical vessels against background anatomy Synaptive Medical ...
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Mobile Mammography
bout two years after the outbreak of COVID-19, many resources are still being used in the fight against this new virus. Nevertheless, the number of breast cancer cases in Italy are still very high: according to the report “The numbers of cancer in Italy”, published by AIRTUM and AIOM, in 2020 about 55.000 new cases were diagnosed in Italy among women (as of today, estimates for 2021 ...
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Corify Care raises €2.35M to translate its cardiac mapping technology to the market. .
- Corify Care is developing ACORYS®, a non-invasive cardiac mapping medical device to transform the cardiac arrhythmia treatment process. - The investment round is led by Clave Capital, counting with investment from CDTI through its Innvierte program and the support from Genesis Biomed. Corify Care, the developer of an innovative and completely non-invasive cardiac mapping system, ...
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AioCare system could be successfully applied in primary healthcare Centers.
The role of spirometry in diagnosing and monitoring chronic obstructive airway diseases is crucial. According to WHO, the demonstration of irreversible airway obstruction is essential for diagnosing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which is the third leading cause of death worldwide. It is estimated that up to 67–81% of patients with COPD remain undiagnosed. Mobile phone-linked ...
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Empatica partnering with U.S. Army MRDC to deploy COVID-19 early detection wearable
BOSTON, Nov. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Empatica has been selected by the U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command (USAMRDC) to deploy a wearable and algorithm that enable the early and pre-symptomatic detection of COVID-19. The project's focus is on protecting the health of the general population by preventing outbreaks via early detection and alerting. Empatica's Aura algorithm gives a ...
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Empatica and BARDA Join Forces to Validate Wearable System That Detects COVID-19 Before Symptoms Appear
BOSTON, June 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital healthcare company Empatica announces a pioneering new partnership with the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority ("BARDA"), part of the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), to validate an early warning system for COVID-19 and other respiratory ...
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Northern Arizona, Verde Valley MC Highlights VeraForm; Importance Marking Breast Surgical Site
As a patient facing breast cancer surgery, you should know that precise "marking" of your cancer surgical site is an important part of your treatment. A marker is a device inserted at the surgical site. Precision in marking helps make sure you retain as much normal breast tissue as possible with the surgery. This ultimately leads to best overall post-surgical care by your wellness team. A new ...
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PhotoniCare Announces FDA Clearance for First-In-Class Technology for Imaging the Ear
Champaign, Ill. – Jan. 6, 2020 – PhotoniCare, Inc., a company dedicated to revolutionizing healthcare by providing healthcare providers with better diagnostic tools, today announced that the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has granted 510(k) clearance for its TOMi™ Scope [OtoSight Middle Ear Scope] for non-invasive imaging of the middle ear. Using optical coherence ...
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AARP Names Its Innovator in Aging Prize Winner
En español | A wristband that helps you cool off or warm up quickly, offering relief from hot flashes or increasing your comfort, won AARP’s Innovator in Aging prize Tuesday morning. AARP CEO Jo Ann Jenkins presented the award to the company, Embr Labs, for its Wave device during a live segment on Good Morning America. The advocacy group for older adults increasingly is looking to ...
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AARP Names Its Innovator in Aging Prize Winner
En español | A wristband that helps you cool off or warm up quickly, offering relief from hot flashes or increasing your comfort, won AARP’s Innovator in Aging prize Tuesday morning. AARP CEO Jo Ann Jenkins presented the award to the company, Embr Labs, for its Wave device during a live segment on Good Morning America. The advocacy group for older adults increasingly is looking to ...
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New device offers a mouthful of data for chronic diseases
Aidar Health, formerly known as Multisensor Diagnostics, has developed a portable hand-held device that allows patients to measure and track vital signs in a matter of seconds. Roughly the size of an iPhone, MouthLab consists of a hand unit and a mouthpiece that fits between the teeth and lips. The mouthpiece uses special sensors to gather information from breathing patterns, saliva and blood ...
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CD Formulation Introduces Microneedle Patch Innovations for Enhanced Drug Delivery Efficiency
CD Formulation, a leading innovator in drug delivery technologies, has recently introduced a series of groundbreaking microneedle patch innovations that promise to revolutionize the way drugs are administered. Microneedle patches are a novel drug delivery system that utilizes tiny needles to painlessly penetrate the skin's outer layer and deliver medication directly into the bloodstream. This ...
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World TB Day and Infection Control Resources in New York City to Help Prevent New Cases
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health) warns that tuberculosis (TB) is still a life-threatening problem in the city. As recently as 2022, the agency reports there were 536 confirmed TB cases, including some involving multi-drug resistant (MDR) TB, and that 100% of NYC neighborhoods had at least one TB case. TB is caused by a bacterium known as Mycobacterium ...
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CO2 fractional laser for skin rejuvenation
CO2 fractional laser equipment is a skin resurfacing treatment that uses targeted beams of light to vaporize the superficial layer of the skin. This process stimulates the growth of new collagen fibers, leading to firmer, smoother, and rejuvenated skin. It’s effective for addressing fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, and areas of skin discoloration like sunspots and age spots. Bestview Laser ...
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Histoplasmosis Infection Risks for Workers & Vulnerable Populations
ScienceNews published an article last year about the spread of three types of fungi that can cause serious lung diseases. One of these was Histoplasma which causes histoplasmosis, an infection once mainly found in the Midwest, but in more recent times infections have been recorded in at least 47 states. Histoplasma capsulatum lives in the environment, particularly in soil or other materials ...
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Infection Control Resources to Identify Klebsiella and Other Pathogens in Healthcare Settings throughout Puerto Rico
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) describes Klebsiella as a type of gram-negative bacteria that can cause different types of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs). These include pneumonia, bloodstream infections, wound or surgical site infections, and meningitis. The agency warns Klebsiella bacteria have increasingly developed antimicrobial resistance, most recently to the ...
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Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococci (VRE) in Healthcare Settings Discussed in New Online Video
The IAQ Video Network and Cochrane & Associates announced the release of their latest educational video today. Their newest production discusses vancomycin-resistant enterococci, commonly referred to as VRE, which are bacteria that can cause various healthcare-associated infections (HAIs). “In the CDC’s 2019 Antibiotic Resistance Threats in the United States report, VRE was ...
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Synaptive Medical Welcomes Chris Marrus as New Chief Commercial Officer
Synaptive Medical Inc., a global med tech and technology company solving surgical, imaging and data challenges, is proud to announce the appointment of Chris Marrus as Chief Commercial Officer. This appointment underscores Synaptive’s commitment to driving sales, expanding its market presence, and advancing innovative solutions in imaging and surgical technology focused on combining the ...
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Huateng Pharma Proudly Unveils Its New Product - Semaglutide Side Chains
Huateng Pharma, a distinguished provider of premium pharmaceutical intermediates, proudly unveils its latest breakthrough: Semaglutide Side Chain. This groundbreaking addition to Huateng Pharma's esteemed portfolio signifies a remarkable leap forward in pharmaceutical innovation, showcasing a diverse array of compounds including AEEA-AEEA (CAS NO.: 1143516-05-5), SNAC (CAS NO.: 203787-91-1), ...
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Infection Control Resources to Mitigate Patient Exposure Risks to Klebsiella and Other Pathogens
An article published last year in Emerging Infectious Diseases detailed a notable increase of carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae (CRKP) infections in New York City during 2021 through June of 2022. The data for the study came from a large public healthcare system in New York City that serves more than 1.2 million people each year. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) ...
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