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Novel backpack enhances stability for people with ataxia
A newly designed backpack, incorporating aerospace technology, shows promise as a balance aid for patients with the movement disorder ataxia. Research conducted by Radboud university medical center, in collaboration with Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) and Erasmus MC, reveals that the backpack helps individuals with ataxia stand and walk more steadily, reducing their reliance on mobility aids like walkers.
Cartherics granted Chinese patent for enhancing immune cell function
Cartherics, a biotech company developing off-the-shelf immune cell therapies focusing on high-impact women’s diseases, with lead programs in ovarian cancer and endometriosis, has announced the granting of a patent for ‘Method for Providing Immune Cells with Enhanced Function’ by the Chinese Patent Office.
New smartphone test to ‘revolutionise’ type 2 diabetes prevention
PocDoc, a leading UK digital health diagnostics company, has launched what it says is the world’s first smartphone-based test for type 2 diabetes risk including the gold-standard blood biomarker, HbA1c, a landmark step in diabetes prevention according to the company.
Ciliatech wins CE mark for implant that treats glaucoma
Ciliatech announced today that it received CE mark approval for its Intercil uveal spacer, an eye implant for treating glaucoma.
HeartFocus launches first clinical product in the U.S. on Butterfly Network handheld ultrasound
HeartFocus announced today that it began the U.S. commercial launch for its AI-enabled cardiac imaging software on Butterfly Network devices.
Philips launches next-gen AI-powered cardiovascular ultrasound offering
Philips (NYSE: PHG)+ announced today that it launched Transcend Plus, the next generation of its cardiovascular ultrasound offerings.
Airiver Medical wins FDA IDE for pulmonary drug-coated balloon
Airiver Medical announced today that it received FDA investigational device exemption (IDE) for its pulmonary drug-coated balloon (DCB).
AI tool helps pinpoint problem heart cells in ventricular tachycardia
An AI tool could help cardiologists identify and target cells that trigger arrhythmia in patients with ventricular tachycardia, a serious heart condition.