Tag: innovation

February 1, 2024

Alzheimer’s disease has been considered something that happens from within, generally speaking — but for the first time, researchers have identified cases that were triggered by a specific medical treatment. The most common type of dementia, Alzheimer’s is caused by […]

February 1, 2024

The FDA believes the healthcare sector is yet to realize the full potential of DHTs in the detection of diabetes, “especially in diverse populations, particularly racial and ethnic minorities.” The agency sees the technologies as an enabler of the focus […]

January 31, 2024

Despite advances in cancer treatment, many patients remain unresponsive to available therapies or lack access to potentially life-saving options due to the absence of actionable biomarkers. The TME, a complex ecosystem of cells and tissues surrounding the tumor, holds immense […]

January 30, 2024

Swift Medical boasts a proven track record, serving as the trusted wound care partner for over 4,000 healthcare facilities across North America. Their platform empowers over 20,000 clinical users to deliver standardized, accessible, and equitable care to patients through: Advanced, […]

January 30, 2024

Researchers at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center in Oklahoma, US, are initiating a study that could transform pancreatic cancer detection using MSOT imaging. This new imaging technique, combined with a specially designed contrast agent, has the potential to identify cancer […]

January 25, 2024

The Telemental Health Care Access Act comes as a number of Medicare telehealth flexibilities that first went into effect during the COVID-19 pandemic are set to expire at the end of the year without congressional action. Lawmakers have previously shown […]

January 24, 2024

Leveraging blockchain technology to enhance health care security in the biotech sector proves to be a promising venture. If providers and IT professionals coordinate their approaches and follow the best practices for implementation and utilization, they will strengthen their defenses. […]

January 22, 2024

Breast cancer screenings can save lives through earlier detection. Mammograms are among the most common tests, although MRI scans and ultrasounds are other possibilities. Numerous studies show artificial intelligence (AI) could improve outcomes in various ways. Such results enable health […]

January 18, 2024

Challenges await the healthcare industry, which is still recovering nearly four years after the COVID-19 pandemic began. Insurers and hospitals face rising costs while digital health companies struggle to strategize after years-low levels of investment. In Washington, federal regulators may […]

January 18, 2024

A rushed, stressful morning is never a goal but is often a reality for many folks. However, if there is ever a time of day when it’s important to prioritize your inner zen, it’s in the morning. “There’s this thing […]

January 17, 2024

The clinical trials landscape continues to evolve and with it, an exponential growth in the adoption of electronic informed consent (eConsent) solutions. These solutions deliver a myriad of benefits for trial sponsors, sites and patients. However, there is still some […]

January 16, 2024

Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Institute Appoints New President Point32Health, the parent company of Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Tufts Health Plan, announced that Emily Oken, MD, MPH, has been appointed the new president of the Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Institute, […]

January 12, 2024

Large technology firms like Microsoft, Google, Oracle and Amazon have invested heavily in generative AI over the past year. Many firms have honed in on using the tools, which can create original text and images, to lessen administrative burden for […]

January 10, 2024

As we enter the new year, notable advancements in the field of medicine are unfolding. In 2024, a significant breakthrough is taking place as 3D-printing technology progresses to create fully functional human organs. This pivotal achievement has the potential to […]

January 8, 2024

One of the key players in the healthcare insights arena is FHIR. Let’s break down what FHIR is and why it’s so crucial in achieving true healthcare interoperability. What does FHIR stand for? FHIR, pronounced, as you might have guessed, […]

January 4, 2024

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted breakthrough device designation to CanScan, the multi-cancer early detection solution by Canadian medtech Geneseeq. CanScan was built using Geneseeq’s highly sensitive MERCURY multi-omics technology. The solution uses low-depth whole-genome sequencing (WGS) […]

January 3, 2024

US-based manufacturing company AnX Robotica has received de novo clearance from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted endoscopy tool NaviCam ProScan. NaviCam Proscan utilises a deep learning algorithm called convolutional neural networks (CNNs), which […]

December 29, 2023

From broken bones to torn muscles, orthopedic surgeons have seen it all. Oftentimes, a seemingly harmless habit or neglecting your bone health can lead to bodily harm. “The decisions you make now can prevent injuries from happening in the future,” […]

December 21, 2023

Living with diabetes, Carlton “PeeWee” Gautney Jr. relied on a digital device about the size of a deck of playing cards to pump insulin into his bloodstream. The pump, manufactured by device maker Medtronic, connected plastic tubing to an insulin […]

December 20, 2023

In the healthcare ecosystem, automation and data intelligence continue to gain momentum as artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are integrated to streamline and accelerate processes. The clinical trial space is one area where pharmaceutical companies are leveraging these […]