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Biotronik has positive data for its spinal cord stimulation tech
Biotronik today announced positive results from a clinical trial for its Neuro Prospera spinal cord stimulation (SCS) system.
Being a vegetarian may be partly in your genes
Large study finds three genes strongly linked to vegetarianism
Duke researchers find app improves autism screening in NIH-funded study
Participants who screened positive for autism had a nearly 41% probability of being diagnosed with the condition.
Akura Medical secures $35M to pursue FDA clearance for thrombectomy device
The money also will help fund clinical trials for additional indications and the expansion of its manufacturing capabilities.
Galen robot gets FDA de novo clearance for ENT surgeries
The startup affiliated with Johns Hopkins University said it is opening a bridge round for its series B financing as it targets more applications for the robotic surgery assistant.
FDA finalizes guidance on cybersecurity for medical devices
Congress granted the agency authority to deny premarket submissions that lack cybersecurity information, starting in October.
Medtronic receives CE mark for CGM sensor, boosting challenge to Abbott and Dexcom
Medtronic has made the sensor smaller and eliminated the need for fingersticks to calibrate the device, bringing a challenger to market leaders Abbott and Dexcom.
Your body’s own cannabinoid molecules calm you during stress
Scientists discover how stress activates the same receptors as THC