Traditional medical devices are now being replaced by smart and versatile wearable devices which can collect data, analyze it, make diagnosis and take actions. This revolution is driven by the growing and aging population, the increase of chronic illness and the desire to improve life-quality and well-being of people all over the world. Such companies which are dealin...
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The NIOSH approved respirator offers an assigned protection factor (APF) of 1000, and it has HEPA filters and a water tolerant IP66 rating. Suitable for workers dealing with lead, silica, biohazards and other hazardous particulates. The mask, which comes in two sizes, has a wide panoramic field of view, a speech diaphragm and an easy to remove/replace inner mask with acc...
The conclusion of the NICE medical technology guidance is that UrgoStart is associated with increased wound healing compared with non-interactive dressings and could result in fewer ulcer-related amputations. The committee recognised that the treatment is also associated with significant cost savings for the UK National Health Service (NHS) and improved quality of life f...
Inhaled insulin (afrezza) is an option that is appropriate for some patients, but it hasn’t caught on very well. A team of researchers from MIT, Harvard, and Novo Nordisk, the world leader in insulin production, have now developed a pill that reliably attaches itself to the walls of the stomach to automatically inject the drug into the bloodstream. The pill, which ha...
Despite progress in past years, Afghanistan is recording a low vaccination coverage with measles outbreaks regularly striking the local population. An EPI coverage survey estimated fully immunized coverage by the age of 1 to hover at 36.3%, while 18.3% of children were found to have never received any vaccine dose. To overcome this challenge and ensure children a healthy...
The DOW CORNING MG 7-1020 Soft Skin Adhesive is a silicone-based product, which can be worn for extended periods of time while maintaining a tight grip and causing minimal irritation. Unlike devices that use acrylic adhesives, the MG 7-1020 is more comfortable when removing devices that use it, according to the company. DowDuPont believes that the increased reliance o...
These days the breathing rate is still counted manually more often than not. Though there are devices in existence, even contact-free ones, that can measure the breathing rate, they tend to be pricey, designed for bedridden patients, and they can’t be properly used in a variety of settings. The MightySat Rx uses the company’s Respiration Rate from the Pleth (RRp) tech...
Lumify was launched November 19, and was formally unveiled soon after at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) conference in Chicago. The product is Philips’ first smart ultrasound device and is currently available only in the United States to licensed healthcare providers, said Randy Hamlin, vice president and segment leader of Ultra Mobile, Philips. C...
The data, presented at the Leipzig Interventional Course (LINC; 22–25 January, Leipzig, Germany), indicate that the Lumee platform measures tissue oxygen level changes in both healthy volunteers and patients with critical limb ischaemia (CLI). The Lumee oxygen platform received CE mark in October 2016 for continuous monitoring of tissue oxygen. The platform is CE Mar...
Dance Biopharm had a lot to celebrate in 2018 and if all goes according to plan the private biotech company will have even more to celebrate this year. The company's flagship product – an insulin product delivered via a smart handheld soft mist inhaler – is currently in two confirmatory phase II studies in type 1 and 2 diabetes patients, and Dance plans to initiate two p...
Used in conjunction with an app, the ECG device can be plugged into a smartphone or tablet to allow fast and accurate diagnosis of heart problems. The 22 leads give clinical grade quality readings and a 360-degree view of the heart, despite using only four electrodes. A CardioSecur study claims study to have a reached 99.5% accuracy with its device.
The stethoscope uses Bluetooth technology to connect to a mobile device such as a tablet or phone via an app, and doctors can record, process and share the results of the auscultation. The device can be connected to speakers so that both the patient and health professionals can listen in. Operators can also apply pulmonary and cardiac filters to the device at a flick of ...
Its adjustable height means the mat can not only be used sitting down, as it has enough space to fit a chair underneath, but it can also be raised for carers who wish to stand while changing a baby’s nappy or bathing. The Mobilmat’s integral bath enables the carer to move the baby from the mat to the bath in one easy movement.
Patients and athletes who strap on a pair of Gait Up’s shoe-worn Physilog wearable devices can have 25 different parameters measured regarding the way they walk and run under real-life conditions. Alternatively, the Physilog device can also be worn on the chest, to record and analyze a person’s activity during the day, including complex outcome parameters such as gait va...
Even though Google suspended its Glass program, other contenders still firmly believe in augmented reality applied to medicine, such as California-based Evena, with its dual lens glass product. Hands-Free Vascular Identification On the right side, the Eyes-On Glasses provide a standard lens allowing to access, hands-free, pictures or videos. Its specificity lies on t...
Since September 2014, he and his team at Agaplesion Deaconry Clinics have been working on replacing emergency vehicles with drones. A first in Europe when it comes to transporting blood bottles, histological specimens, or medications. One Blood Bank for All Göbel is responsible for three hospitals in a busy urban area, only one of which has a blood bank. By deploying...
The system is equipped with Morning Hypertension Detection and Irregular Heartbeat Detection which alerts users as to when they should seek professional medical advice, and also prompts users for regular blood pressure measurement with its Advanced BP Alert Reminders As high blood pressure often has no visible symptoms the most reliable way of regularly assessing bloo...
The monitor uses novel technology that facilitates blood pressure readings during cuff inflation, meaning pressure is quickly relieved once the measurement is taken reducing the pressure exerted on your arm. The monitor’s quick reference indicator provides an easy to understand, classified reading. Up to 90 readings can be logged by the system, providing users with a ...
It will offer immediate relaxation or revitalize the wearer for an hour. Two options are available on the smartphone app. Thync Calm Vibes helps the wearer settle down, overcome anxiety, unwind after a long day or relax before going to bed. Thync Energy Vibes can kick-start the user’s day, boost his or her workout or provide rapid motivation. According to the Thync...
The MiniMed Connect allows users of Medtronic’s continuous glucose monitor and insulin pump to view data from those devices directly on their smartphones. MiniMed Connect consists of a small device that easily fits in a pocket. This uploader securely transmits the pump and sensor data to either a mobile app or a web platform where users and their care providers can ac...
Patients living with autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), or multiple sclerosis must see their health practitioners frequently to check the progression of their conditions and their responses to therapies. Monitoring disease activity and severity is crucial so that physicians can help patients get to or stay in remission b...
The reusable tourniquet daisygrip enables blood samples to be taken under hygienic conditions and thus helps to prevent the transmission of infections in hospitals. The tube is made from a material that is easy-to-clean and skin-friendly at the same time, which prevents the skin from getting pinched. In addition, the uniformly smooth surfaces support effective disinfecti...
The mobile electrocardiograph EasyECG has been developed especially for patients with a high risk of heart disease, who want to monitor their electrocardiogram from home in between visits to the doctor. The small, pocket-sized device weighs only 15 grams. The user interface consists of a single on / off button. To conduct the text, patients put their finger on the measur...
Arteriovision has been developed for the early detection of vascular diseases. It uses a patented technology, the Arterial Stiffness Index, in order to measure the degree of arterial stiffness in all four extremities. To ensure that the blood pressure cuffs can be correctly assigned and attached to each body part, they are colour-coded and have the operating instructions...
Philips Avent Natural Mini is a compact, light, but also powerful breast pump that can also be used when out and about. It is powered by a quiet motor, which is about the size of a hand palm. An innovative massage cushion decorated with petals as well as two stimulation and four expression pump modes help to stimulate the breast so as to promote milk flow. The pebble sha...
The idea behind the design of the Koko Nanny infant bed was to develop a bed in which babies feel as if they were in the arms of their mother. By means of specially chosen materials and an ergonomic design, the surrounding embrace of the mother is simulated, so that the baby feels safe and can sleep well. A soft, arched “breast cushion” conveys the impression of resting ...
The International Data Corporation is saying that worldwide shipments of wearable devices are on track to grow 15.1% this year totaling more than 132.9 million units. The concept of wearables is gaining traction especially in healthcare. Medical Guardian is going after older adults, a segment of the population that is quickly opening up to the concept of wearable devi...
The Rainbow City Fire Department made the kits possible, and installed them this week: three each at John Jones, Rainbow Middle School and Westbrook Christian School. Assistant Chief Richard Johnson and Emergency Medical Coordinator Todd Cook were at John Jones Wednesday, placing the kits. Johnson said fire department personnel will be back Monday for in-service train...
Huntleigh Healthcare today announced the launch of the Smartsigns SC300 Series of Spot Check Monitors. The first in a new range of patient and vital signs monitors from the UK based company in Cardiff. The new monitor provides cost effective, reliable solutions for the low to mid acuity settings. This launch highlights Huntleigh’s commitment to enhance and revitalise it...
Like most other modern medical technologies, devices for blood pressure measurement depend on the research of doctors from numerous countries that lived centuries ago. The knowledge about the fact that blood circulates in our body, recorded in 1628 by English physician William Harvey, can be considered as a basis for the following findings on blood pressure measuremen...
M3DICINE’s Stethee device is designed to be used by clinicians, but also has settings designed for veterinary medicine and medical education. In response to emailed questions, M3DICINE Founder and CEO Nayyar Hussain said the device and companion apps with a machine learning component were cleared in October last year. “The FDA clearance was based around providing c...
The HAMILTON-C6 represents a new generation of high-end ventilators. The combination of modularity, ease of use, mobility, and advanced features allows clinicians to ensure an individualized, lung-protective ventilation therapy for all patient populations. The HAMILTON-C6 continuous the tradition of its predecessors and comes packed with Intelligent Ventilation techno...
Minimally invasive, SugarBEAT® offers real-time, needle-free glucose measurement. Addressing a global pandemic With over 380 million diabetics worldwide and the number of pre-diabetics at almost three times this number, diabetes is a global healthcare concern. Rising obesity, sedentary lifestyles and fast food culture is further compounding the issue, leading to very...
Meet Pegaso™ - A QUANTUM LEAP in diagnostic, interventional, and intraoperative imaging with a platform that was designed to keep horses calm and safe. Pegaso™ can scan the head and neck of a standing horse. Pegaso™ can scan with 3D resolution that is 1481 times higher than conventional CT, while using 60-90% less radiation. Fluoroscopy is available with the push of a b...
An interdisciplinary team from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) is working on developing a nasal spray applicator as a fast and effective method to treat people who have overdosed on heroin. Normally, resuscitation drugs for overdose cases are delivered using a syringe, either intramuscular or directly into the veins. But, this method is not suit...
