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News The trials will consist of live breath testing utilizing medicinal marijuana users in correlation with blood THC testing to assess the accuracy of the breath test device and its sensitivity and specificity. Contribu...

News Contest seeks to stimulate development of a mobile app to connect those experiencing an overdose with the potentially life-saving antidote. Contributed Author:  U.S. Food and Drug Administration Topics:  STEM

News Shaping its portfolio for long-term growth, the company says it is building on its positions in key areas of focus, including cardiovascular devices and diagnostics. Contributed Author:  Abbott Topics:  Medical Di...

Article Researchers have developed a new algorithm, aSICS, that uses large amounts of data to suggest hypotheses about 'what causes what' in a cancer cell. Contributed Author:  Uppsala University Topics:  STEM

Article A University of Houston research team will travel to Zurich, Switzerland to compete in a powered exoskeleton race at the first Cybathlon. Teams will compete in six different races for $5.5 million in prizes. Cont...

News Cell-Free RNA BCT CE is a blood collection tube with a patented preservative that stabilizes cell-free RNA in plasma and prevents the release of non-target background RNA from blood cells during sample processing an...

Article NurseSim is used to support traditional theoretical and practical training. The software is available through a web browser and can be accessed at home or at an educational institution. Contributed Author:  Cale...

Article With the mobile device, users can register their ECG signal whenever arrhythmia or other heart symptoms occur. The device is also suitable for pre- and post-surgery monitoring of heart patients at home. Contribut...

News AbClose is designed to reduce time, cost, and risk of port site closure and minimize the frustrations experienced by surgical teams at the end of the surgical procedure. Contributed Author:  Medeon Biodesign Topics...

News The objective of the study is to determine the safety and efficacy of the Thoracic Branch Endoprosthesis in treating lesions of the aortic arch and descending thoracic aorta which includes dissection, trauma, or ane...

News The balloon dilation device offers a minimally invasive option to treat the source of Eustachian tube dysfunction, a condition often marked by ear pain, pressure and dulled hearing. Contributed Author:  Acclarent, ...

Internet addiction may increase the risk of mental health problems like ADHD and depression in youngsters, reported researchers recently. The results of their study may help shed light on how to medically approach mental...

Citizens, who live in the vicinity of Bogue Chitto River, are being asked to stay away from the river due to a recent sewage leakage. The water right now is contaminated with bacteria and other elements that might cause ...