Medical News
Dr. Carson Liu Performs the First AspireAssist® Non-surgical Weight Loss Procedure in California
Medical Design Technology - 30 Dec 2016 19:54
News The AspireAssist Therapy offers patients a simple, non-surgical and reversible alternative to traditional bariatric surgery. Contributed Author: PR Web Topics: Implantables
Brushstrokes In Paintings Can Predict Onset Of Neurodegenerative Diseases Like Alzheimer's
Tech Times - 30 Dec 2016 01:59
Paint strokes of seven famous painters revealed that patterns in paintings may hint the onset of neurodegenerative disorders in artists. How does fractal analysis help detect the onset of Alzheimer's or Parkinson's disea...
Researchers Develop Heat-Activated Penile Implant That Can Restore Sexual Function In ED Sufferers
Tech Times - 30 Dec 2016 20:16
A newly developed penile implant offers better relief for men suffering from erectile dysfunction. The device works by expanding the size of the penis using a heat-activated exoskeleton made from nitinol.
University of Colorado Cancer Center Study Shows How to Keep Nanoparticle Caterpillars Safe From the Crows of the Immune System
Medical Design Technology - 30 Dec 2016 19:52
News Specifically, the study worked with dextran-coated iron oxide nanoparticles, a promising and versatile class of particles used as drug-delivery vehicles and MRI contrast enhancers in many studies. Contributed Author...
FDA Clears First Point of Care Rapid Diagnostic Test Kit for Chagas Disease
Medical Design Technology - 30 Dec 2016 19:47
News This simple two-step rapid diagnostic test is offered in a convenient cassette format, and results can be obtained in 20 minutes. Contributed Author: PR Web Topics: Medical Diagnostics
Orbita Announces Breakthrough in Voice Assistant Technologies for Home Healthcare
Medical Design Technology - 30 Dec 2016 19:44
News Using Orbita, providers can deliver voice applications that enable patients to check on doctor's appointments by simply asking "When's my next appointment?" Contributed Author: PR Web Topics: Home Healthcare
Scottsdale Institute for Cosmetic Dermatology Now Recommends Capillus272 Pro™ for Hair Loss
Medical Design Technology - 30 Dec 2016 19:41
News Each laser actively targets dormant hair follicles to trigger healthy growth and limit further loss by increasing blood flow to the scalp. Contributed Author: PR Web Topics: Wearables
Researchers Discover Crucial Component In The Brain Responsible For Delayed Trauma After A Stressful Event
Tech Times - 30 Dec 2016 19:40
Researchers from India recently found how a single incident of trauma causes delayed but long-term psychological stress. The stressful event increases the electrical activity of a specific region of the brain, noted the ...
Medical Marijuana: Traffic Deaths Drop In States That Legalized Cannabis Use
Tech Times - 30 Dec 2016 18:20
While the debate on medical marijuana continues, a surprising new finding relating to its legalization has surfaced. Traffic death rates dropped significantly in states that legalized the use of medical marijuana.
Top Dental Implant Paradigm Brings Life-Changing Results to Teeth Tomorrow® Long Island Patient
Medical Design Technology - 30 Dec 2016 17:55
News Teeth Tomorrow™ dental prosthetics are constructed using 3D dental imaging, customized for each patient's unique smile. Contributed Author: PR Web Topics: Implantables
ODU-USA Advanced Contact Technologies for a Wide Range of Applications
Medical Design Technology - 30 Dec 2016 17:53
Product Announcement ODU Single Contact Technology portfolio includes: ODU SPRINGTAC®, ODU LAMTAC® and ODU TURNTAC®. Contributed Author: PR Web Topics: STEM
VBreathe is the World's Most Effective and Smartest Organic Air Purifier
Medical Design Technology - 30 Dec 2016 17:50
News In addition, the V3 is completely integrated with smart platforms around the house including Apple's HomeKit, Google Home, and Amazon's Alexa, among others. Contributed Author: PR Web Topics: Home Healthcare
H&T Presspart and Cohero Health Launch First Market-Ready, Fully-Connected Metered Dose Inhaler to Optimize Care of Asthma and COPD
Medical Design Technology - 30 Dec 2016 17:48
News By tracking, recording and sharing data on the use of both preventer (controller) and reliever (rescue) medications, the eMDI will engage and empower patients in their self-care. Contributed Author: PR Web Topics: H...
Sugar Molecule That Reduces Inflammation In, Slows Down Progress Of Emphysema Identified
Tech Times - 30 Dec 2016 17:30
New research suggests that sugar molecule could be employed in treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, an illness which ranks fourth on the top of leading causes of death worldwide.
Genetic Cause Behind Autism-Like Developmental Disorder Identified
Tech Times - 30 Dec 2016 16:40
A group of researchers has identified the genetic cause responsible for developmental disorders like autism. The team studied all the genes in the genome of a patient suffering from developmental disorder and came to the...
Synthetic Stem Cells Found Comparable To Natural Stem Cells In Therapeutic Benefits But With Reduced Risks
Tech Times - 30 Dec 2016 15:30
Stem cell treatments involve some serious health risks for the patients and are very expensive. A new alternative developed for patients with health problems may be a game-changer as a team of researchers has developed s...
Researchers Identify Brain Cells Responsible For Navigational Orientation
Tech Times - 30 Dec 2016 14:40
Several types of brain cells involved in orientation have been known for quite some time. Latest experiments made on rodents show that there is an entire category of neurons that react to walking along a particular axis....
New Testosterone Treatment Using Stem Cell Therapy Found Effective In Animal Test
Tech Times - 30 Dec 2016 14:00
Men suffering from hypogonadism have reasons to be optimistic. According to latest experiments performed on mice, skin cells can be successfully converted to produce testosterone.
Ancient DNA can both diminish and defend modern minds
EurekAlert! - 30 Dec 2016 07:00
(Arizona State University) A new study shows cognitive decline may be influenced by the interaction of genetics and ... worms?
Using 'fire to fight fire' to combat disease could make it worse, tests show
EurekAlert! - 30 Dec 2016 07:00
(University of Exeter) A treatment billed as a potential breakthrough in the fight against disease, including cancer, could back-fire and make the disease fitter and more damaging, new research has found.Ground-breaking ...
University of Oregon lab creates new class of hydrogen sulfide donor molecules
EurekAlert! - 30 Dec 2016 07:00
(University of Oregon) Researchers have designed molecules with the potential to deliver healing power to stressed cells -- such as those involved in heart attacks. The research, at a cellular level in the lab, involves ...
Leading cancer researcher to receive honor from the Queen
EurekAlert! - 30 Dec 2016 07:00
(Queen Mary University of London) Professor Jack Cuzick from Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) will be appointed a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE), as published today in the Queen's New Year 2017 ...