Global point-of-care diagnostics market predicted to be worth $18.7B by 2020
The point-of-care diagnostics market is continuing to grow - blood testing and monitoring infectious diseases will be much more advanced.
FDA cleared BrainPort that helps the blind see with their tongues, The newest HPV vaccine protects against four different cancers (Morning Read)
Wicab's BrainPort received FDA clearance to help the blind see by using their tastebuds, Gardasil 9 prevents 4 types of cancer in preteens and teenagers.
With the Rise of AI, What IP Disputes in Healthcare Are Likely to Emerge?
Munck Wilson Mandala Partner Greg Howison shared his perspective on some of the legal ramifications around AI, IP, connected devices and the data they generate, in response to emailed questions.
Startup’s antiviral drug combats HPV, new study shows
San Diego startup Hera Therapeutics is developing a topical antiviral drug that attacks human papillomavirus – and early studies are showing it can successfully combat three strains, including two that cause 70 percent of all cervical cancer. The drug candidate, HTI-1968, blocked the replication of HPV-16, HPV-18 and HPV-11 cells, according to the NIAID-sponsored study. The work […]
XX in health: Entrepreneurs are making cancer screenings cheaper and more accurate
In honor of National Women’s Health Week, we are highlighting startups focused on women’s health. These companies and these new devices help women stay healthy without draining their wallets. To find more about women’s health and National Women’s Health Week, check out #NWHW and #maternalhealth on Twitter, in addition to the following stories. nVision Medical […]
Women could do cervical cancer screenings at home if this device makes it to market
Cervical cancer is the easiest female cancer to prevent, because there are highly effective vaccines available, and precancerous cells can be detected by Pap tests and treated before they turn into cancer. Yet, in some areas of the world with lower incomes, cervical cancer incidence rates are still high, partially because of limited access to […]