Paul Alexander, Polio Patient With Iron Lung and Positive Outlook, Dies at 78
DALLAS — Confined to an iron lung after contracting polio as a child, Paul Alexander managed to train himself to breathe on his own for part of the day, earned a law degree, wrote a book about his life, built a big following on social media and inspired people around the globe with his positive outlook.
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Alexander died Monday at the age of 78 at a Dallas hospital, said Daniel Spinks, a longtime friend. He said Alexander had recently been hospitalized after being diagnosed with COVID-19 but he did not know the cause of death.
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Source: TIME: Health - March 14, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Jamie Stengle / AP Tags: Uncategorized News Desk overnight wire Source Type: news
Why 3M Stock Jumped Today
Shares of 3M (NYSE: MMM) were popping today after the industrial conglomerate announced a surprise change in its leadership. The company, which makes everything from Scotch tape to medical equipment, said William Brown will be its new CEO, effective May 1, replacing Michael Roman, who will…#scotch #williambrown #michaelroman #roman #l3harristechnologies #unitedtechnologies #jeremybowman #motleyfool (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - March 13, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Promoting Innovation in Medical Product Assessment: A Risk-based Framework for Evaluating Computational Models for Regulatory Decision-Making
Computational modeling and simulation (M&S) have been recognized as powerful tools in facilitating drug and medical device development and regulatory research, with the capability to accelerate access to safe and effective products. (Source: FDA Center for Drug Evaluation and Research - What's New)
Source: FDA Center for Drug Evaluation and Research - What's New - March 12, 2024 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: FDA Source Type: news
Panel to review prices of drugs, medical devices
The government has constituted a panel to reform the pricing framework for drugs and medical devices. The committee will evaluate the availability and pricing of essential medicines, balance price and availability, and consider institutional reforms within the NPPA. It will also design a price moderation framework for medical devices and minimize imports. (Source: The Economic Times Healthcare and Biotech News)
Source: The Economic Times Healthcare and Biotech News - March 12, 2024 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
Government response to the report of the equity in medical devices: independent review
Department of Health and Social Care - The government recognises the report ’s main argument that, unless appropriate actions are taken, biases can occur throughout the entire medical device life cycle. The government response provides: a summary of the government’s response to each of the 18 recommendations and calls to action; and a detailed discussion of the steps re quired to address the core sentiment of the recommendations and sub-recommendations.Policy paperMore detail (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection)
Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection - March 12, 2024 Category: Health Management Authors: The King ' s Fund Library Tags: Digital health and data Source Type: news
Equity in medical devices: independent review
Department of Health and Social Care - Evidence has emerged about the potential for racial and ethnic bias in the design and use of some medical devices commonly used in the NHS, and that some ethnic groups may receive sub-optimal treatment as a result. The purpose of the review, chaired by Professor Dame Margaret Whitehead, was to: establish the extent and impact of potential racial, ethnic and other factors leading to unfair biases in the design and use of medical devices; and make recommendations for improvements.ReportPress release (Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection)
Source: The Kings Fund - Health Management Specialist Collection - March 12, 2024 Category: Health Management Authors: The King ' s Fund Library Tags: Public health and health inequalities Source Type: news
Medical device bias needs urgent action - review
The review focuses on devices frequently used in the NHS, like pulse oximeters and skin cancer apps. (Source: BBC News | Health | UK Edition)
Source: BBC News | Health | UK Edition - March 11, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
UK report reveals bias within medical tools and devices
Experts say action needed as report finds minority ethnic people, women and those from deprived backgrounds at risk of poorer healthcareMinority ethnic people, women and people from deprived communities are at risk of poorer healthcare because of biases within medical tools and devices, a report has revealed.Among other findings, the Equity in Medical Devices: Independent Review has raised concerns over devices that use artificial intelligence (AI), as well as those that measure oxygen levels. The team behind the review said urgent action was needed.Continue reading... (Source: Guardian Unlimited Science)
Source: Guardian Unlimited Science - March 11, 2024 Category: Science Authors: Nicola Davis Science correspondent Tags: Health Artificial intelligence (AI) UK news Race Inequality Medical research Science Coronavirus Society World news Source Type: news
2 Medical Device Stocks to Buy Hand Over Fist in March
A good way to invest in the healthcare industry's continued growth is by targeting businesses that make medical devices. Such equipment aids physicians in surgery, helps patients recover, and can assist people in staying on top of chronic conditions, including hypertension and diabetes. This…#medtronic #dexcom #dxcm #fda #g7 #davidjagielski #motleyfool #2medicaldevicestocks #buyhandoverfist (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - March 9, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Medibrane Ltd Announces Manufacturing Representation Agreement with Synergistix India Private Ltd
Medibrane Ltd, a leading contract manufacturer in the Medical Device, is pleased to announce the signing of a manufacturing representation agreement with Synergistix India Private Ltd, a prominent player in the Indian market. ROSH-HAYIN, Israel, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --... (Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals)
Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals - March 6, 2024 Category: Pharmaceuticals Tags: CON LIC JVN Source Type: news
Men and women DO suffer different symptoms when they catch Covid - affecting their skin, hearts and breathing in distinct ways
Researchers from Europe studied dozens of people before, during and after catching the virus, measuring multiple health vitals using a wearable medical device. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - March 6, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
FastWave Earns Third Utility Patent for Next-Generation IVL Technology
Fast-moving medical device innovator continues to push the boundaries of calcific artery disease treatment with latest patent from USPTO. MINNEAPOLIS, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- FastWave Medical, a clinical-stage medical device company developing differentiated intravascular... (Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals)
Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals - March 6, 2024 Category: Pharmaceuticals Tags: PLW Source Type: news
Digital Clinical Trials: Avoiding Pitfalls with Intelligent Study Design, Upcoming Webinar Hosted by Xtalks
In this free webinar, learn how adaptive protocols can enable medical device sponsors to merge Phase II and Phase III objectives into a single trial, saving precious time and budget. Attendees will learn how to rigorously screen patients and successfully train them remotely on device use... (Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals)
Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals - March 6, 2024 Category: Pharmaceuticals Tags: CCA TDS Source Type: news
Practical Guidance for Successful Global Regulatory Submissions: Understanding FDA and PMDA Data Standards Requirements, Upcoming Webinar Hosted by Xtalks
In this free webinar, gain insights into the constantly evolving data standards requirements for regulatory submissions. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Japan's Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA) delineate these requirements through binding guidance documents,... (Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals)
Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals - March 6, 2024 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
Helius Medical Technologies, Inc. Secures HCPCS Codes for Portable Neuromodulation Stimulator (PoNS ®) Mouthpiece and Controller
Significant step toward reimbursement for the only medical device approved in the U.S. for treatment of gait deficit due to multiple sclerosis (“MS”) -- -- Proceeds from recent stock issuances through the Company’s At-The-Market (“ATM”) program extends cash runway into the third quarter 2024 --…#atm #newtown #helius #cms #healthcare #levelii #neuromodulation #ponstherapy #daneandreeff #ponsdevice (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - March 4, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
