Scientists at Penn State University developed a wearable glucose monitor that can non-invasively measure glucose levels within sweat in real time. The low-cost sensor consists of laser-induced graphene and a nickel-gold alloy that can detect the very low levels of glucose in sweat without the use of enzymes. The sensor contains a microfluidic chamb (Read more...)
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Neue Vierjahresdaten zeigen anhaltende Rezidivreduktion durch Chugais Enspryng bei Menschen mit Neuromyelitis-optica-Spektrum-Erkrankungen (NMOSD)
TOKIO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Chugai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (TOKYO: 4519) gab neue längerfristige Wirksamkeits- und Sicherheitsdaten für Enspryng® [generischer Name: Satralizumab (genetische Rekombination)] bekannt, einen pH-abhängig bindenden humanisierte…
De nouvelles données sur quatre ans indiquent une réduction durable des rechutes grâce à l’Enspryng de Chugai chez des patients atteints du trouble du spectre de la neuromyélite optique (NMOSD)
TOKYO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Chugai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (TOKYO : 4519) a annoncé de nouvelles données d’efficacité et de sécurité d’emploi à long terme concernant Enspryng® [nom générique : satralizumab (recombinaison génétique)], anticorps monoclonal …
Laser treatment shows potential to transform glaucoma management in Africa
Laser treatment has the potential to transform the management of glaucoma in Africa, and to prevent more people from going irreversibly blind, particularly in regions with high disease prevalence and incidence, suggests new research published in Lancet…
Resumen: Nuevos datos correspondientes a cuatro años muestran una reducción sostenida de las recaídas gracias a Enspryng de Chugai en personas con trastorno del espectro de la neuromielitis óptica
TOKIO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Chugai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (TOKYO: 4519) ha anunciado nuevos datos de eficacia y seguridad a largo plazo de Enspryng® [nombre genérico: satralizumab (recombinación genética)], un anticuerpo monoclonal humanizado contra el r…
Improving Medication Compliance with Connected Pill Bottles and More: Interview with Chris O’Brien, CEO at AdhereTech
AdhereTech, a medtech company based in New York City, has developed the Aidia Smart Bottle (previously known as the Smart Pill Bottle), a connected pill bottle that helps to increase medication compliance using lights, audio alerts, and text message reminders. The bottle will remind patients to take their medication and remind them if they have [&h (Read more...)
Exoskeleton Helps Above-Knee Amputees to Walk
Researchers at the University of Utah built an exoskeleton that can ease walking for people with above-knee amputations. The new system, which uses an electromechanical actuator attached to the thigh and AI to adapt to each person’s walking style, significantly reduces energy consumption for users. Above-knee amputations are particularly chal (Read more...)
Brolucizumab May Help Where Other Anti-VEGFs Fail in Wet AMD
In real-world studies, switching to brolucizumab led to improvements in signs of wet macular degeneration. Medscape Medical News
Samenvatting: Nieuwe vierjarige gegevens tonen aanhoudende vermindering van terugval door Chugai’s Enspryng bij mensen met neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder (NMOSD)
TOKIO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Chugai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (TOKYO: 4519) heeft nieuwe gegevens over de werkzaamheid en veiligheid op langere termijn aangekondigd voor Enspryng® [generieke naam: satralizumab (genetische recombinatie)], een pH-afhankelijke …
Riassunto: Nuovi dati quadriennali mostrano una riduzione sostenuta delle recidive nei trattamenti con Enspryng di Chugai delle persone affette da disturbo dello spettro della neuromielite ottica (NMOSD)
TOKYO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Chugai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (TOKYO: 4519) ha reso noti nuovi dati riguardanti la sicurezza e l’efficacia a lungo termine di Enspryng® [nome generico: satralizumab (ricombinazione genetica)], un anticorpo monoclonale umanizza…
Alcon Celebrates World Sight Day 2021 in Communities Worldwide with Programs for Improved Access to Eye Care
GENEVA–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Alcon Celebrates World Sight Day 2021 in Communities Worldwide with Programs for Improved Access to Eye Care
New study finds SARS-CoV-2 causes retinal infection
Can coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) affect the eye? New research suggests the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) can enter the eye and infect photoreceptor and retinal ganglion cells. In addition, SARS-CoV-2 infection incr…
Explorer Surgical Expands into Robotic Surgery: Exclusive with CEO Jennifer Fried
As cloud and digital platforms continue to gain traction, we’re seeing a trend toward increased investments in robotic surgery in medical technology fields. Surgical training, coordination, and collaboration in the operating room are areas where digital tools can help shorten learning curves. While robotic technology continues to transform he (Read more...)
Telemedicine to Monitor At-Risk COVID-19 Patients at Home
Researchers at the Technical University of Munich in Germany have developed a telemedicine system for high-risk COVID-19 patients who are isolating at home. The system consists of an ear sensor that monitors a variety of physiological parameters, including heart rate, respiration, oxygen saturation, and body temperature. The project also involves c (Read more...)
Contact Lenses Markets, 2026 by Modality (Reusable, v/s Disposable), Design (Spherical, Toric, Multifocal & Others), Material Type (Silicon Hydrogel, Hydrogel, Others) – ResearchAndMarkets.com
DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The “Global Contact Lenses Market, By Modality (Reusable, v/s Disposable), By Design (Spherical, Toric, Multifocal & Others), By Material Type (Silicon Hydrogel, Hydrogel, Others), By Application, By Distribution Channel, B…
Global Phenylephrine Hydrochloride Market Insights (2021 to 2026) – Key Analysis and Forecasts – ResearchAndMarkets.com
DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The “Phenylephrine Hydrochloride Global Market Insights 2021, Analysis and Forecast to 2026, by Manufacturers, Regions, Technology, Application, Product Type” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. This rep…
Global Optical Sorter Market (2021 to 2026) – Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact and Forecasts – ResearchAndMarkets.com
DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The “Optical Sorter Market – Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecasts (2021 – 2026)” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The optical sorter market is expected to register a CAGR of 10% over the for…
Novel surgical procedure for intractable canalicular obstruction
Under normal conditions, tears in the eyes are drained into the lacrimal sac through small openings called the upper and lower puncta located at the inner corner of the eye (called medial canthus).
Newborns With SARS-CoV-2 Show Ocular Injury
Signs of eye disease are appearing in newborns infected with SARS-CoV-2. Medscape Medical News
Visual Content to Treat Amblyopia: Interview with Scott Xiao, CEO at Luminopia
Luminopia, a company based in Cambridge, MA, has developed Luminopia One, a visual content system that aims to treat amblyopia, also known as ‘lazy eye,’ in young children. The condition is caused by neurological deficits that typically affect vision in one eye. At present, the condition is treated using corrective glasses, eye patches, (Read more...)