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Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

1 month ago

This wearable device is the most scientifically effective way to treat knee pain - Yanko Design

Combination of heat, light, massage for knee pain relief

Kneeflow promotes healing without chemicals or prescription [ more ]

designboom | architecture & design magazine

1 month ago

pneumatic robotic glove aids training for stroke and hand disability rehabilitation

Robotic glove for hand rehabilitation by IDC and XFT Medical uses EMG feedback and flexible robotics.

Six training modes cater to various needs, promoting muscle strengthening and motor skill improvement. [ more ]

BBC News

Medical device bias needs immediate action - review

Immediate action needed to address biases in medical devices, especially for darker skin tones

Recommendations include design of fairer devices and acceptance of report's conclusions by government [ more ]

ReadWrite

2 months ago

US FDA issue warning over smartwatches and smart rings

Consumers should not use smart devices to manage blood glucose without skin piercing

FDA emphasizes the importance of using FDA-approved devices for accurate blood glucose measurements. [ more ]

Cbsnews

3 months ago

Can AI detect skin cancer? FDA authorizes use of device to help doctors identify suspicious moles.

The FDA has authorized an AI-powered medical device to help detect skin cancer

The AI device analyzes spectral data to provide real-time assessments of lesions [ more ]

BBC News

Candida auris fungal infections spreading in US at 'alarming' rate, says CDC

A deadly fungal infection that is hard to treat is spreading rapidly at an "alarming" rate, says the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).US cases nearly doubled in 2021 - from 756 to 1,471, says the CDC report.Healthy people are not at risk from Candida auris, but those with weak immune systems - or using medical devices like ventilators or catheters - can suffer severe illness or die.

www.cnn.com

Tap water isn't safe to use in neti pots and other home medical devices. Here's what to do instead

Tap water is not sterile, and using it in home medical devices can result in serious and even deadly infections.But in a study published Wednesday in the journal Emerging Infectious Diseases, one-third of respondents to a survey incorrectly answered that tap water does not contain bacteria or other living organisms.

time.com

Superbug Infections and Deaths Rose During the Pandemic After Years of Decline

NEW YORK The toll of drug-resistant superbug infections worsened during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic, U.S. health officials said Tuesday.

moreHealth

Acm

1 month ago

A Healthy Dose of AI

AI transforming medical devices for enhanced diagnostics

The need to address structural inequities in healthcare alongside AI implementation [ more ]

Iapp

2 months ago

EU countries vote unanimously to approve AI Act

EU member countries have unanimously voted to advance the Artificial Intelligence Act, bringing new rules for governing AI.

Germany initially had reservations about the bill, but reached a compromise after clarifying that it does not apply to AI in medical devices. [ more ]

ScienceDaily

3 months ago

Artificial muscle device produces force 34 times its weight

Researchers have developed a fluid switch using ionic polymer artificial muscles that operates at ultra-low power and produces a force 34 times greater than its weight.

The artificial muscle is composed of metal electrodes and ionic polymers, and it generates force and movement in response to electricity. [ more ]

Open Data Science - Your News Source for AI, Machine Learning & more

5 months ago

The Importance of Implementing Explainable AI in Healthcare

Explainable AI (XAI) is essential in healthcare for accurate diagnoses and treatment.

XAI has use cases in medical devices, patient analytics, and medical research. [ more ]

TechCrunch

2 months ago

Public health

Earlybird Health closes twice-larger second fund, will write bigger checks | TechCrunch

Earlybird Health has closed its second fund at €173 million, more than double the size of its first healthcare-focused fund.

The fund will enable Earlybird Health to write larger checks and invest in European healthtech startups. [ more ]

Dark Reading

5 months ago

Privacy professionals

What Healthcare Cybersecurity Leaders Should Know About the FDA's Section 524B Guidelines

The FDA has issued updated regulations regarding the cybersecurity requirements of medical devices.

The new regulations officially went into effect on October 1, 2023. [ more ]

Dark Reading

5 months ago

Privacy professionals

What Healthcare Cybersecurity Leaders Should Know About the FDA's Section 524B Guidelines

The FDA has issued updated regulations regarding the cybersecurity requirements of medical devices.

The new regulations officially went into effect on October 1, 2023. [ more ]

www.france24.com

10 months ago

France news

French parliament expected to pass law regulating 'jungle' of social media influencers

The upper house Senate of France's parliament was Thursday due to pass a law that will better regulate social media influencers by limiting and regulating their ability to endorse products and encourage betting.Issued on: 01/06/2023 - 17:01 1 min This file photo taken on April 7, 2015 shows a general view of the Senate's empty assembly room prior to a session in Paris.

Harvard Business Review

11 months ago

Business

Video Quick Take - Parexel's Jonathan Shough on Digital Transformation - SPONSOR CONTENT FROM PERSISTENT

Welcome to the HBR Video Quick Take.I'm Todd Pruzan, senior editor for research and special projects at Harvard Business Review.We're here today with Jonathan Shough, chief information officer at Parexel, one of the world's largest clinical research organizations.Jonathan has more than 30 years of IT experience, and he joined Parexel in November 2022 to drive the development of innovative technologies and solutions to meet customer needs in a constantly evolving and growing clinical trial landscape.

Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles

After homes flood in Tulare County, decision to pave over creek for new houses draws blame

After the rain stopped Wednesday afternoon, the prevailing sounds in northwest Woodlake were those of rushing water and gas generators.On the town's edge in Tulare County, northeast of Visalia, dozens of houses had flooded repeatedly since early Friday as more storms slammed California.A new development was cut off from existing homes by a river of brown water a foot deep and 10 feet wide, coursing around signs reading "Sold" and "Ready to Move In!" before hitting a main street and being channeled to a natural creek bed.

MarTech

Marketing tech

Stacey Ackerman: Spotlight on the expert | MarTech

In the first of a new series, we dig deeper into the stories of our expert contributors.This interview has been edited for clarity and length.Stacey Ackerman is an agile marketing coach who has written some 60 articles for MarTech on the topic.She recently launched the Agile Marketing Navigator, an in-depth guide to implementing agile within marketing foundations.

IPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law

Intellectual property law

Hanley, Flight & Zimmerman, LLC is Seeking an Experienced Patent Prosecution Attorney - IPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law

Hanley, Flight & Zimmerman (HFZ), the patent prosecution and consulting law firm located in downtown Chicago, is looking for patent attorneys to join its team.This is a full-time, permanent position located in Chicago, IL, or remote.HFZ ranked 2nd among Chicago headquartered law firms in 2021 domestic patent issuances.

IPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law

Intellectual property law

Hanley, Flight & Zimmerman is Seeking an Experienced Patent Attorney - IPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law

Hanley, Flight & Zimmerman, LLC (HFZ), the patent prosecution and consulting law firm located in downtown Chicago, is looking for a patent attorney to join its team.This is a full-time, permanent position based in Chicago, IL, or remotely.HFZ ranked 2nd among Chicago headquartered law firms in 2021 domestic patent issuances.

www.theguardian.com

11 months ago

UK politics

Rishi Sunak arrives in Japan to announce defence pact

Rishi Sunak has arrived in Tokyo to announce a new defence partnership with Japan and support 18bn of private business deals, ahead of the G7 summit aimed at addressing the threats of Russia and China.Before the gathering of world leaders in Hiroshima on Friday, Sunak is meeting Japan's prime minister, Fumio Kishida, to discuss more defence cooperation in the face of China's increasing belligerence towards Taiwan.

SecurityWeek

11 months ago

Information security

FDA, CISA: Illumina Medical Devices Vulnerable to Remote Hacking

The US government is notifying healthcare providers and lab personnel about a component used by several Illumina medical devices being affected by serious vulnerabilities that can allow remote hacking.On Thursday, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency ( CISA) and the Food and Drug Administration ( FDA) issued public notifications to inform organizations about the vulnerabilities affecting the Universal Copy Service (UCS) component used by several of Illumina's genetic sequencing instruments.

SecurityWeek

Information security

Published XIoT Vulnerabilities Trend Down, but Vigilance Must Remain High: Report

Published XIoT vulnerabilities are trending down and have been since 2021.At the same time, the percentage of vulnerabilities published by the device manufacturer rather than third-party researchers is trending up.The clear implication is device manufacturers are taking greater responsibility for the security of their own devices.

Ars Technica

OMG science

70% of drugs advertised on TV are of "low therapeutic value," study finds

Some new drugs sell themselves with impressive safety and efficacy data.For others, well, there are television commercials.According to a new study, a little over 70 percent of prescription drugs advertised on television were rated as having "low therapeutic value," meaning they offer little benefit compared with drugs already on the market.

Engadget

Marketing

The Morning After: New York's governor signs a weakened right-to-repair bill | Engadget

New York governor Kathy Hochul has finally signed a right-to-repair bill into law, over half a year since the state legislature was passed.Representatives for Microsoft and Apple pressed Hochul's office for changes, as well as industry association TechNet, which represents many notable tech companies, including Amazon, Google, Dell and HP.

Chicago Tribune

Chicago

Bridget Gainer: Ankle monitors for DUI, traffic cases are creating private profit with little transparency

The criminal justice system has wide powers because it is tasked with society's most important duty: to protect the public and create a safe community.

Yahoo Sports

Chicago White Sox

Check out the White Sox new bag policy at Guaranteed Rate Field

The White Sox' home opener is upon us.The South Siders will open up their season at home at Guaranteed Rate Field on Apr. 3 against the San Francisco Giants.If you're heading to the game - and you need to bring a bag - don't forget to make sure your bag is within the stadium's new guidelines.Clear tote bags (12" x 12" x 6" or smaller), clutch purses (9" x 5" x 2" or smaller) and diaper bags when an infant is present are permitted to carry into the ballpark.

Yahoo Sports

Chicago White Sox

Things to know before White Sox opening day at Guaranteed Rate Field

Opening day in Chicago is almost here.The Chicago White Sox will take the field for their first series of 2023 against the defending World Series champion Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park.But after four games in Space City, the White Sox will quickly return home for their opener at Guaranteed Rate Field against the San Francisco Giants on April 3.
Here's a look at everything to know -- arrival, parking, bag policy, etc. -- if you plan on attending opening day or any game throughout the 2023 season:
Arriving at the stadium for opening day

Opening day at Guaranteed Rate Field is set for Monday, April 3, against the Giants at 3:10 p.m. CT

On the day of the home opener only, parking lots open three hours before first pitch and gates open two hours before first pitch.

www.theguardian.com

UK politics

PPE Medpro: Michelle Mone-linked firm referred to UK health watchdog

A company linked to the Conservative peer Michelle Mone was referred to the UK's health products watchdog for an investigation after it allegedly presented a false document to the government when tendering for PPE contracts.The referral of the company, PPE Medpro, was described in a high court document made public this week, setting out the legal claim against the company by the Department of Health and Social Care.

Medscape

Mental health

Fitness Trackers: Useful in Sleep Medicine?

Who doesn't love data, especially their own?With that thought, over the years I have owned several activity trackers, including at least two Fitbits, and I frequently check my iPhone to see how far I've walked or how many steps I have taken.My most recent acquisition is an Oura (smart ring, third generation), which includes my first sleep tracker.

Social Media Explorer

Online marketing

Facts About Advertising - Social Media Explorer

Advertising agencies need to be staffed with highly skilled people because they can't sell the product, there is no point in making it.

Medium

UX design

Most users are intermediate users. Here's how you can support them

I never fully understood one aspect of personas, technological expertise, until it was the focus of my design.

Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

This hearing aid's sleek redesign turns the medical device into a fashion wearable - Yanko Design

"Medical devices don't need to feel like a burden.Glasses are cool, so why can't hearing aids be too?"The spectacles are a stellar example of a medically corrective device that's successfully transitioned into being an object of haute fashion.The pandemic saw a similar treatment to N95 face masks too, but for the most part, medical devices aren't designed to 'look good'.

www.theguardian.com

Parenting

This is my last responsibility': Indonesia's parents seek justice over child cough syrup deaths

The Indonesian language has words for children who have lost their mothers or fathers, but none for parents who lose their children.Some say that is because the pain is inexplicable, something 42-year-old Safitri Puspa Rani can attest to.Safitri's eight-year-old son Panghegar died in October 2022, one month after his birthday.

www.nytimes.com

US news

New U.S. Policy Focuses on Securing Radioactive Materials Used in Industries

WASHINGTON The U.S. government's decades-long effort to prevent terrorists from building nuclear weapons has officially added a new dimension: keeping radioactive materials used in commercial industries out of their hands as well.The Department of Energy will lead a nationwide effort to remove certain highly radioactive materials from hospitals and other civilians sites, Elizabeth Sherwood-Randall, the homeland security adviser, said on Thursday during an address at the Nuclear Threat Initiative in Washington, D.C.

Chicago Tribune

Chicago

Abbott's sales fall in fourth quarter, as people buy fewer COVID-19 tests

Abbott Laboratories saw its sales rise in 2022, but had a rougher fourth quarter as people bought fewer COVID-19 tests and the company grappled with continued fallout from a recall of its powdered infant formulas.Abbott, which is based in the north suburbs and makes medical devices, tests and formula, had sales of $43.7 billion in 2022, up 6.4%, on an organic basis, compared with the previous year, the company said in an earnings report released Wednesday morning.

Chicago Tribune

Chicago

Abbott Laboratories opening office in Willis Tower

Abbott Laboratories plans to open a new office in the Willis Tower skyscraper downtown, the company confirmed Tuesday.

www.independent.co.uk

UK news

Government claims more than 130 million after suing pandemic gown supplier

Lawyers say the Government is claiming more than 130 million after suing a firm at the centre of a row over the supply of personal protective equipment during the coronavirus pandemic.Barristers representing Health and Social Care Secretary Steve Barclay have given detail of a High Court claim against PPE Medpro in a written case outline and say more than 10 million has been run up in legal bills.

Harvard Business Review

Business

8 Tips for Holiday Gift-Giving at Work

The winter holiday season is a time of giving and showing appreciation.As difficult as it may be to figure out what to gift family and friends each year, it can be even trickier when navigating gift-giving in a professional context.Whether it's your boss, another team member, or a client, it goes without saying that you shouldn't feel obligated or pressured to spend money or give a gift.

time.com

Pulse Oximeters Don't Work As Well for People of Color. The FDA Is Stepping In

NEW YORK The clip-on devices that use light to measure oxygen levels in the blood are getting a closer look from U.S. regulators after recent studies suggest they don't work as well for patients of color.The devices, called pulse oximeters, usually snap onto a finger and are widely used in hospitals across the globe to help guide treatment.

www.mercurynews.com

East Bay (California)

Tech companies agree to big leases in north San Jose office buildings

SAN JOSE Two tech companies have signed leases for big office buildings in north San Jose, providing a counterpoint to uncertainties over a return to the workplace in the Bay Area.Comet Technologies and Gener8, in separate transactions, have leased large office and research buildings that are part of the Montague Crossing tech campus at the corner of East Trimble Road and Junction Avenue in San Jose, according to public documents and Cushman & Wakefield commercial real estate brokers.

East Bay Times

East Bay (California)

Life sciences incubator opens its doors to launch San Jose expansion

SAN JOSE - A life sciences incubator that caters to fledgling companies has opened its doors, marking a big expansion of its San Jose operations.

www.cnn.com

Marketing

Band-Aids and Tylenol will have a new name on their packages

We have all heard of Band-Aid, Tylenol, Benadryl and Johnson's baby powder.

We have never heard of the new made-up word Kenvue.

IPWatchdog.com | Patents & Patent Law

Intellectual property law

Dangerous Fakes: Infringing Products That Pose Public Health Issues

"CBP spends considerable resources keeping counterfeit luxury goods from entering the U.S. market [because], in addition to the obvious issue of brand protection, transnational criminal organizations will frequently produce such goods to fund their illicit activities."

Medium

Software development

What are the most popular 5 programming languages?

As you first start to coding, you will probably see so many languages that you can learn.Every one of them is made for it's own purposes and its depends on what you are coding.

www.cbc.ca

Toronto

Health Canada warns of fake COVID-19 test kits after some found in Ontario | CBC News

Counterfeit kits, when opened, have varying contents as seen in this photo.

Acm

Digital life

Defending the Enterprise

Cyberattacks bring turbulence and disruption, leaving unpredictable and chaotic system failures in their wake.

Nytimes

Wellness

Migraine Treatment Has Come A Long Way

If you don't suffer from migraine headaches, you probably know at least one person who does.

the Guardian

World news

AstraZeneca reviews diversity in trials to ensure drugs work for all

The pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca is conducting a major review of diversity across its trials in an attempt to ensure its medicines work for all population groups, although it has admitted that including pregnant women is a particular challenge.

the Guardian