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Research Shows Inaccuracy of Home BP Monitors

Seventy percent of readings from home blood pressure (BP) monitors are not accurate to within 5 mm Hg, which could cause serious health implications, according to a new study. More...
20 Jun 2017
Image: An illustration of the MiniMed 670G hybrid closed-loop system (Photo courtesy of Medtronic).

Hybrid Diabetes System Acts as Artificial Pancreas

An innovative insulin pump and infusion patch automatically deliver basal insulin in order to control blood glucose levels in people with Type 1 diabetes (T1D). More...
20 Jun 2017

Biopolymer Injection Offers Long-Term Glucose Control

A novel biopolymer injection with an optimized glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP1) formulation could potentially replace daily insulin shots with one administered just once or twice a month. More...
19 Jun 2017
Image: The EasyOne Air portable, connected spirometry device (Photo courtesy of ndd Medical Technologies).

All-in-One Device Increases Bedside Spirometry Testing

A new spirometry solution helps primary care physicians conduct lung function testing at the point of care (POC). More...
19 Jun 2017
Image: The Buzzy device helps children overcome the pain of IV insertion (Photo courtesy of MMJ Labs).

Vibrating Cold Device Reduces IV Insertion Pain

A new study suggests that a vibrating device used with a cold pack (VCD) is equally effective as topical lidocaine in reducing pain and distress for children undergoing intravenous (IV) catheter insertion. More...
16 Jun 2017
Image: A new microscale device helps keep catheters clear (Photo courtesy of H Lee/ Purdue).

Microscale Device Helps Keep Implantable Catheters Clear

A new self-clearing technology could provide patients with neurological and other disorders reliable implantable catheters that could obviate additional surgery to replace failing devices. More...
14 Jun 2017
Image: A new study concluded ketamine fails to show beneficial effect on pain and delirium (Photo courtesy of Erowid).

Intraoperative Ketamine Fails to Reduce Postoperative Pain

A new study concludes that ketamine, often used to reduce postoperative pain and the need for opioids following surgery, is ineffectual. More...
13 Jun 2017
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