Precision Medicine

Also called personalized medicine, this evolving field makes use of an individual’s genes, lifestyle, environment and other factors to identify unique disease risks and guide treatment decision-making.

MyTelemedicine launches Spanish program for Latino patients

In an effort to attract Hispanic patients, MyTelemedicine, a national telemedicine provider, is launching a comprehensive version of their service in Spanish.

Elderly patients need help recovering from the ICU—while they're still there

Despite the potential for weakness, memory issues and depression, many (about 1.4 million) elderly people are able to recover from an ICU visit, according to Kaiser Health News. But only if they have the proper familial and healthcare provider support that starts before they even go home.

Antibiotic gel treats middle ear infections with a single dose

Treating bacterial infections takes days to treat, but a new antibiotic gel requires only a single dose to attack middle ear infections.

Some hospice patients aren't actually dying

Some patients who end up in hospice care aren’t actually dying, according to the Washington Post, even though the service is only meant to provide end-of-life care. 

New strategic plan for ‘future of nursing science’ released

The National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR) has released its first new strategic plan in five years, focusing on the implementation of precision medicine and greater use of data science in clinical trials.

African countries embrace eHealth, telemedicine to deliver care to diffuse populations

eHealth can make a significant impact in care delivery for those in rural areas. For those in Africa, eHealth makes the world of a difference for the millions of patients without healthcare. 

Blue Willow Systems brings wearables to seniors

The danger of falling for a senior is a real threat, especially for those who are alone for extended periods of time. Blue Willow Systems is changing the way older individuals are monitored with wearable technology that improves patient monitoring.

Allergan, Medicines360 launch single-handed IUD inserter LILETTA

Allergan and Medicines360 have teamed up to launch the LILETTA, a 52 mg IUD single-handed inserter.

Around the web

CMS finalized a significant policy change when it increased the Medicare payments hospitals receive for performing CCTA exams. What, exactly, does the update mean for cardiologists, billing specialists and other hospital employees?

Stryker, a global medtech company based out of Michigan, has kicked off 2025 with a bit of excitement. The company says Inari’s peripheral vascular portfolio is highly complementary to its own neurovascular portfolio.

RBMA President Peter Moffatt discusses declining reimbursement rates, recruiting challenges and the role of artificial intelligence in transforming the industry.