Remote Vitals Monitor in Clinical Trials

Remote Vitals Monitor in Clinical Trials

The SensiumVitals patch is a disposable, low-power, wireless sensor that monitors a patient’s vital signs. The device has received FDA clearance, and now is undergoing clinical trials in St. Jame’s University Hospital, Leeds, in England. The device takes...
New Process Creates Low-Cost Electronic Patches

New Process Creates Low-Cost Electronic Patches

Wearables have found a niche in healthcare. It seems that every day, a new device or monitor is announced that has a health application. They are becoming thinner, lighter, and easier to use as well as more accurate with their readings. One of the latest announcement...
Smart Pill System Applies for FDA Approval

Smart Pill System Applies for FDA Approval

One of the biggest challenges for physicians and healthcare workers is patient adherence to treatment programs. This can be especially critical for conditions that require that medications be taken on a precise schedule. According to the World Health Organization, as...
Expanding Production of Automated Drug Delivery System

Expanding Production of Automated Drug Delivery System

Almost a year ago, we described the SmartDose system from West Pharmaceutical Services. This is a battery-powered system that patients can adhere to their skin, and the device will automatically administered predetermined doses of medication. This increases patient...
Smart Patch Actively Controls Blood Sugar Levels

Smart Patch Actively Controls Blood Sugar Levels

More than 8 million people worldwide have diabetes. Researchers are trying to develop ways to replace the function of the pancreas, which releases insulin in order to control the body’s blood sugar level. The current standard practice involves taking...