Pulse oximeters have become an essential tool in healthcare, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, for monitoring blood oxygen levels. These small devices utilize light to estimate the amount of oxygen in the blood, assisting clinicians in making critical decisions regarding patient care.
Tinnitus, a condition marked by persistent ringing in the ears, affects millions globally and has long been considered a challenging ailment to treat effectively, causing considerable distress and often diminishing the quality of life for those affected. Among the demographic most affected are US
Agilent Technologies has made a significant leap forward with the receipt of EU In Vitro Diagnostic Regulation (IVDR) certification for its PD-L1 IHC 28-8 pharmDx kit as a companion diagnostic for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and melanoma. This certification broadens the indications for the
In today's fast-paced healthcare landscape, accurately and efficiently handling medical billing and coding is more critical than ever before. The traditional methods of these processes, however, are exceedingly manual and leave room for errors, revenue loss, and compliance risks. Charta
In this interview with James Maitland, an expert in robotics and IoT applications in medicine, we delve into the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in critical care pharmacy. We discuss its applications in clinical decision support systems (CDSS), dose optimization, tele-critical care, and
The realm of wearable technology has dramatically transformed over the past decades, evolving from simple step-counters to sophisticated health-monitoring devices. As technology continues to advance at a rapid rate, the implications for health and everyday life are profound and far-reaching. This
Teladoc Health has encountered significant financial hurdles in 2024, primarily due to the underperformance of its direct-to-consumer mental health segment, BetterHelp. The company reported a staggering net loss of $1 billion, a substantial increase compared to the $220.4 million loss it posted in
We are speaking with James Maitland, an expert in robotics and IoT applications in medicine, who has a strong passion for leveraging technology to advance healthcare solutions. Today, we dive into a recent initiative by Philips to improve maternal health outcomes in Georgia through remote
The recent cyberattack on Genea, one of the most prominent IVF providers in Australia, has sent shockwaves through the healthcare sector, raising urgent questions about the readiness of such facilities to face growing cyber threats. The breach, which jeopardized sensitive patient data and disrupted
The healthcare landscape is rapidly evolving, with hospitals increasingly relying on telemedicine to manage high-acuity patients and improve financial performance. This article explores the strategic role of acute specialty telemedicine in modern hospitals, addressing the growing complexity of
