Medical Design Tech

The digital age of medicine is here, and despite some growing pains, all evidence points to the continued growth of trends like AI, Big Data, telemedicine, and more medical wearables. Find out how digital medicine is set to boom in 2019. bit.ly/2SxOxYx

Zapping tumors! An accelerator-based technology now hopes to reduce the side effects of cancer radiation therapy by shrinking its duration from minutes to under a second. Find out more here: bit.ly/2EdY5Eu

TINA is a new, virtual doctor that encourages conversation about a side effect of chemotherapy that could increase infection risk. Now patients can utilize a safe and engaging communication platform: bit.ly/2EdWL4H

After a few family heart attack scares, MDT editor has decided to dig a little deeper on how to become better prepared for heart disease. Specifically, how to better utilize our handy smartphone sidekicks with best heart, health apps: bit.ly/2ARjvmY

Counterfeit medical devices and equipment have long been a major issue for medical equipment OEMs, medical facilities and hospitals. Learn how the healthcare industry is handling counterfeit medical devices with this two-part story: bit.ly/2AzhBY7

Find out how this helpful hand is empowering people with paralysis: bit.ly/2zrkOt0

Kintell was designed to support aging loved ones by prolonging their independence. Find out how this system can extend a senior's time in the comfort of their own home. bit.ly/2FFshdi

Find out how these color-changing T-shirts are making sure kids don't get sunburned. A startup company has created 'smart t-shirts' that warn kids if they are in danger of getting sunburned. bit.ly/2DlSdbg

As strange as it may seem, increasingly, electronics will be built into our bodies. Read more about it here: bit.ly/2B9Iwen

Wearable devices have become more prominent in the medical field. Now, the growing importance for these devices to be stable and safe for skin contact has increased. Find out more with this human wear duration study: bit.ly/2Fa27iv

At the beginning of 2018 our trusty editor invited readers to participate in an online Roundtable Survey. Now, we’ve followed-up to see what direction Data-Driven Medicine and outcome-based healthcare strategies have taken: bit.ly/2D7QndL

These days there's an app for everything, including medical apps. Now, mobile health apps have gone beyond health and wellness apps. Find out how mobile apps are driving the future of patient care: bit.ly/2JvgZ9Q

Lightweight Innovations for Tomorrow has announced a Lifeline Firehose that makes it possible for a firehose to deliver both breathable air and water/foam simultaneously. bit.ly/2ScQz0H

North American Rescue is offering a kit, with audio, that provides instructions on how to respond to a bleeding emergency before help arrives. Now, bystanders can help out when a life is on the line. Find out more here: bit.ly/2CwxfGe

For many medical device manufacturers, mention UDI and they immediately think of added costs and complexities. While true, many recognize the potential for better working relationships with customers. Find out more here! bit.ly/2yEAOq8

Older adults can often combat loneliness, but a social, robotic friend may ignite their independence and elongate their stay at home. Meet ElliQ: bit.ly/2Pvc8aS

Tissue Analytics, a mobile imaging and artificial intelligence platform for wound, skin, and ostomy management, has unveiled its newly released 3D wound imaging feature for smartphones. Check it out here! bit.ly/2pLeE1k

In order to fight antimicrobial resistance, @HP and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are installing HP printers to speed up antibiotic testing. bit.ly/2P7JOuQ

In a new episode of TinkerENG, catch up with Cam Garrett's Rain Rocket prototype. Watch the invention get tested in the video! bit.ly/2Il6jtD

You may soon be able to monitor your UV exposure with a simple sticker. New, wearable stick-on sensors are helping people manage vitamin absorption and avoid sun damage. bit.ly/2OhOukP