The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently released new guidelines aimed at addressing racial bias in pulse oximeters. These devices, which measure oxygen levels in the blood, have shown discrepancies in accuracy, particularly for people with darker skin tones. This issue has led to
The world of mobility aids has seen remarkable advancements over the years, but a recent innovation called Shape could potentially transform how visually impaired individuals navigate their surroundings. This novel device results from a collaboration between Imperial College London, MakeSense
The frustration among autism advocates reached a boiling point following the lengthy delay in the FDA's proposed ban on electric shock devices, particularly the graduated electronic decelerator (GED) used at the Judge Rotenberg Educational Center in Massachusetts. A vivid anecdote from Eagle,
The landscape of medical devices is undergoing a seismic shift, thanks to the rapid integration of artificial intelligence (AI). The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has been at the forefront, approving an increasing number of AI-powered medical devices in recent years. This surge is not just a
The recent recall of Medtronic’s Minimed insulin pumps has drawn significant attention in the medical community. These devices, specifically from the 600 and 700 series, were pulled back due to concerns about reduced battery life, which poses severe health risks to users. The recall affects m
Innovative technological advancements are revolutionizing the healthcare industry, enabling more accessible and efficient health monitoring. One notable development is the groundbreaking software from the Singapore-based start-up Nervotec, which can transform any laptop or phone camera into a dev
