by Bruce Brown | July 19, 2021 | Health
I’m pretty sure we’ll never see a clinical study that substantiates the effectiveness of Axel Glade’s Spade smart ear wax remover. As a practical matter, however, digging into our ears to free up clogged or accumulated ear wax with cotton swabs,...
by Amantha May | June 21, 2021 | Health, Medical
MedTech Innovator, a non-profit accelerator for medical device innovation, has announced the 2021 selections for its Showcase program. The 50 startups selected will showcase their solutions and receive coaching from experts at the Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati...
by Amantha May | June 9, 2021 | Enabling Tech, Medical
An Australian researcher at the University of Sydney has developed an electronic, 3-D printed neural interface that can act as an artificial retina. The device could eventually restore visual function in patients with spinal cord injuries or neurodegenerative diseases...
by Bruce Brown | May 3, 2021 | Health
We often write about aging-in-place and digital technologies that help older people maintain their independence. Driving is a major factor in senior mobility and self-esteem. However, according to the CDC, older drivers have higher crash death rates than middle-aged...
by Bruce Brown | April 29, 2021 | Health, Medical
Would you like one more reason to trade in your Samsung Galaxy smartphone for a newer model? How about if your old Galaxy smartphone could help improve access to eye care for underserved populations? The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that nearly half of the...