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Posted: 11 november 2024

Apple begins testing AI software designed to bring a smarter Siri to the iPhone 16

Apple is giving more people the chance to test a software update that will implant artificial intelligence into its virtual assistant Siri and automate a variety of tedious tasks on the latest iPhone coming out Friday. Read the full article…

GE HealthCare introduces elevated POC ultrasound solutions and new tablet-based Venue Sprint

GE HealthCare announced the launch of enhanced Venue ultrasound systems and a new solution, setting the pace of point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS): Venue Sprint. Read more in the MedTech Spectrum blog here.

Three new life science start-ups thrive at Discovery Park

A group of former Pfizer employees have successfully created their own businesses based at and supported by Discovery Park, a thriving life sciences community in Kent. Read the full article here.

Medtronic, Siemens Healthineers team up on spine surgery imaging

Two of the top 10 largest medtech companies will partner together on robotic head and spine procedures, with Medtronic looking to link its surgical suite with Siemens Healthineers’ pre- and post-op imaging know-how. Read more here.

SBRI Healthcare announces new funding for work-related digital innovations to support individuals with poor mental health

SBRI Healthcare has announced a new funding competition seeking “work-related digital innovations for individuals with poor mental health”, focusing on supporting individuals to stay in work, return to work, or overcome barriers to workforce entry. Deadline: 13 November 2024 Read…

Congratulations to our friends from IntelliProve on the collaboration with Neutraal Ziekenfonds Vlaanderen!

Being one of the fastest-growing health insurance funds in Belgium, NZVL is committed to innovation and digitalisation while maintaining a personal, human-centered approach. By integrating IntelliProve's technology, they provide their customers with enhanced health insights, reinforcing their focus on meaningful…

Introducing the CUE App 2 – the new CUE App is now available!

If you already have the Charco app, it will update automatically if you’ve enabled automatic updates. If not, please update it manually or download it here for Android or iOS. With the brand-new CUE App, they aim to support you further…

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Weight management with orlistat in type 2 diabetes: an electronic health records study

Orlistat was found to increase the likelihood of >5% weight loss in patients with type 2 diabetes/prediabetes, but is infrequently prescribed. Read the full article here.

FDA awards Novartis expanded approval for breast cancer therapy

Kisqali, a key targeted therapy for breast cancer from Novartis, until now has been indicated only for patients with metastatic disease. But, the Food and Drug Administration approved Kisqali in combination with hormone therapy for patients with certain early-stage breast cancers. …

How Wearable Technology Can Worsen Health Anxiety

Wearable technology that monitors our bodies can be helpful and harmful. Wearable technology affords the opportunity to check, re-check, and check again, leading to fixation. Read the full article in the Psychology Today blog post here.

Why endometriosis should be given parity with other chronic conditions

Endometriosis care has long been deprioritised and underfunded - it's time the new Labour Government changed that and offered long-awaited hope for those with endometriosis Read more in Endometriosis UK article as part of the 'Innovations in Pain Management' campaign…

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