Philips’ Duo Venous Stent System

Philips’ Duo Venous Stent System receives FDA approval and completes first implant

Royal Philips has announced the successful first implantation of its Duo Venous Stent System following premarket approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The device is indicated for treating symptomatic venous outflow obstruction in patients with chronic venous insufficiency (CVI).

Philips Cardiac Workstation

Philips unveils innovative Cardiac Workstation to expedite diagnostic cardiology

Royal Philips, a leader in health technology, has launched a new cardiac care platform aimed at transforming diagnostic cardiology in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The Philips Cardiac Workstation utilises sophisticated algorithms to expedite the collection and processing of electrocardiograph (ECG) data, potentially streamlining care and helping to prioritise high-risk patients.

WHO Europe report exposes industry tactics fuelling NCD epidemic

A groundbreaking report from the WHO Regional Office for Europe reveals how powerful industries are driving the non-communicable disease crisis across Europe and central Asia. The report calls for urgent action to protect public health policies from corporate interference.  

GE HealthCare SIGNA MAGNUS MRI

GE HealthCare unveils groundbreaking head-only MRI scanner

GE HealthCare has introduced SIGNA MAGNUS, a novel head-only magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanner designed to advance neuroscience research. The device, which is currently pending FDA 510(k) clearance (it is not yet CE marked), aims to overcome the performance limitations of conventional whole-body MR systems that have historically constrained neurological and psychiatric research.

Vivek Reddy, MD

Large study shows pulsed field ablation technique safe and effective for atrial fibrillation treatment

A groundbreaking study involving over 17,000 patients has demonstrated the safety of pulsed field ablation (PFA) for treating atrial fibrillation. The MANIFEST-17K trial, led by researchers from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, provides compelling evidence that this novel technique avoids many of the complications associated with traditional thermal ablation methods.  

diabetes

Delaying diabetes onset by four years significantly reduces mortality and complication risks

New research demonstrates that individuals with prediabetes can substantially improve their long-term health outcomes by postponing the onset of type 2 diabetes for just four years through lifestyle modifications.  

HIV-AIDS

Twice-yearly injection of Gilead’s lenacapavir achieves 100% protection in landmark HIV prevention trial

Gilead Sciences’ twice-yearly injectable lenacapavir demonstrated complete protection against HIV infection in a landmark Phase 3 trial, potentially revolutionising HIV prevention strategies for vulnerable populations.  

tampons

Toxic metals detected in tampons: New study raises health concerns

A pioneering study from UC Berkeley has detected toxic metals, including arsenic and lead, in commercially available tampons. This unprecedented research raises urgent questions about potential health risks for millions of women who use these products and calls for increased scrutiny of feminine hygiene product safety.  

depression

Brain imaging and machine learning reveal six subtypes of depression

A groundbreaking study led by Stanford Medicine researchers has unveiled six distinct biological subtypes of depression using brain imaging and machine learning techniques. This discovery could change the approach to diagnosing and treating depression, potentially leading to more effective, personalised interventions.  

HKUMed’s world-first ‘Liver-in-Cube’ helps rapid evaluation of the efficacy and side effects of various drugs and therapies, advancing precise cancer treatment. (From left) Dr Oscar Yeung Wai-ho, Professor Man Kwan and Dr Liu Jiang.

World first Bionic Liver-in-Cube wins gold medal at Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions

HKUMed team’s technology set to revolutionise liver cancer care A groundbreaking innovation in liver cancer treatment has earned international recognition for a team of researchers from the University of Hong Kong’s LKS Faculty of Medicine (HKUMed). Their ‘Bionic Liver-in-Cube: A Comprehensive Precise Theranostics for Liver Cancer and Diseases’ (‘Liver-in-Cube’) technology was awarded a Gold Medal […]