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Under-the-skin implant could treat Type I diabetes

Written by | 12 Dec 2023

A collaboration between researchers from Cornell and University of Alberta, Edmonton, has created a new technique to treat Type 1 diabetes: implanting a device inside a pocket under… read more.

Clinical smart watch finds success at identifying atrial fibrillation

Written by | 4 Dec 2023

As the use of wearable technology grows, smart watches are marketed across the globe to consumers as a way to monitor health. For some, they’re told by these… read more.

CE Mark for Simplera continuous glucose monitor (CGM) featuring a simple, two-step insertion process – Medtronic

Written by | 4 Oct 2023

Medtronic plc announced CE (Conformité Européenne) Mark approval for its new all-in-one, disposable Simplera continuous glucose monitor (CGM) featuring a simple, two-step insertion process. The company’s newest no-fingerstick… read more.

An implantable device could enable injection-free control of diabetes

Written by | 19 Sep 2023

One promising approach to treating Type 1 diabetes is implanting pancreatic islet cells that can produce insulin when needed, which can free patients from giving themselves frequent insulin… read more.

Boston Scientific Corporation announced it has received FDA approval for the latest-generation Watchman FLX Pro Left Atrial Appendage Closure device

Written by | 13 Sep 2023

Boston Scientific Corporation announced it has received approval for the latest-generation Watchman FLX Pro Left Atrial Appendage Closure (LAAC) Device. Designed to further advance the procedural performance and… read more.

Biotronik receives FDA approval for next-generation family of pacemakers

Written by | 22 Jul 2023

Biotronik announced FDA approval of its portfolio of Amvia Edge pacemakers and cardiac resynchronization therapy pacemaker (CRT-P), its latest innovation in cardiac rhythm management. Amvia Edge, the market’s… read more.

An app can transform smartphones into thermometers that accurately detect fevers

Written by | 29 Jun 2023

If you’ve ever thought you may be running a temperature yet couldn’t find a thermometer, you aren’t alone. A fever is the most commonly cited symptom of COVID-19 and an… read more.

Super low-cost smartphone attachment brings blood pressure monitoring to your fingertips

Written by | 31 May 2023

Engineers at the University of California San Diego have developed a simple, low-cost clip that uses a smartphone’s camera and flash to monitor blood pressure at the user’s… read more.

Leadless pacemakers soon available for all patients

Written by | 24 May 2023

Every year more than one million people receive a pacemaker. Until now, leadless versions were only available for 20% of these patients. However, thanks to an international consortium… read more.

Clinical trial shows wrist device significantly reduces tics in Tourette syndrome

Written by | 14 Mar 2023

The results of the clinical trial of a new wrist device designed to help control the symptoms of Tourette syndrome have shown it significantly reduces the severity and… read more.

‘Smart’ walking stick could help visually impaired with groceries, finding a seat

Written by | 23 Jan 2023

Engineers at the University of Colorado Boulder are tapping into advances in artificial intelligence to develop a new kind of walking stick for people who are blind or… read more.

‘Smart necklace’ biosensor may track health status through sweat

Written by | 24 Jul 2022

Researchers have successfully tested a device that may one day use the chemical biomarkers in sweat to detect changes in a person’s health. In a new study published… read more.

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