October 26, 2015 Stanford scientists create artificial skin that knows when it gets touched You can’t blame people for wanting to save their own skin. It’s a marvel, after all, protecting organs and muscle underneath while sending the brain crucial information (“This is hot!” or “This feels good!”) about the outside world.
October 26, 2015 Should you use telehealth? The pros and cons of joining medicine with technology Doctor’s visits are a good idea in theory: If you have a health issue and see your doctor, and he or she fixes the problem, there’s a good chance you’ll feel it was worth the money and time.
October 25, 2015 Stem cells, 3-D printing hold promise for sight restoration and organ replacement The idea of the body healing itself may be close to making a huge leap forward. Much closer than we think.
October 25, 2015 Utah toddler home for holidays after 3D-printed device helps him breathe A Utah 2-year-old who spent the first 18 months of his life hooked up to ventilators in an intensive care unit is home for the holidays after doctors used a 3D printer to create a splint for his weakened airways, according to a hospital press release.
October 25, 2015 Scientists using 3D-printed models to study biological molecules With everything from violins to rifles being made on 3d printers, it seems the devices have taken the notion of DIY to a whole other level.
October 25, 2015 Human cadavers provide new skin for chronic wounds Human skin from cadavers that has had its cells removed can help treat wounds, researchers say.
October 25, 2015 New technology cures GERD without surgery Over 15 million Americans suffer from gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD. While many patients manage their condition by watching what they eat and popping over-the-counter medications, a new technology can help relieve the burn for good
October 25, 2015 High-tech help for abuse victims Abuse comes in many forms – and whether it’s physical, emotional, verbal or sexual – it leaves lasting scars on its victims. Now, an organization is going high-tech to help victims
October 25, 2015 Researchers create lab-grown brain using human skin cells Researchers at The Ohio State University were able to create a nearly complete human brain that matches the brain maturity of a 5-week-old fetus by using adult human skin cells.
October 25, 2015 FDA urges protection of medical devices from cyber threats The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday urged medical device makers and medical facilities to upgrade security protections to protect against potential cyber threats that could compromise the devices or patient privacy.