Stethoscope

As guidelines elevate stethoscope hygiene requirements, new technology may resolve pathogen transmission via touch

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Thursday, April 18, 2024
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This allows clinicians and health facilities to meet the new 2024 guidelines from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that elevate concern with stethoscope transmission of pathogens through touch, the foundation of Healthcare Associated Infections (HAI).

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  • This allows clinicians and health facilities to meet the new 2024 guidelines from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that elevate concern with stethoscope transmission of pathogens through touch, the foundation of Healthcare Associated Infections (HAI).
  • Previously, the stethoscope was classified as a non-critical item, similar to bed railings and countertops, despite stethoscopes touching US patients more than 5 billion times per year.
  • The DiskCover System uses a wall-mounted, motion-activated dispenser that is loaded with a Clean Cassette®.
  • Each cassette maintains 420 disk covers in an aseptic (clean) environment until it is applied to a stethoscope.

Neuron Launches Network APIs to Enable Application-Driven QoE On Demand for the Maritime Industry

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Neuron , a QoE management platform for things that move, announced today that it’s making its network APIs available to maritime solution providers and app developers to enable application-driven quality of experience (QoE) on demand.

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  • Neuron , a QoE management platform for things that move, announced today that it’s making its network APIs available to maritime solution providers and app developers to enable application-driven quality of experience (QoE) on demand.
  • Neuron Network APIs Enable Multi-Provider, AI-Powered Connectivity Orchestration
    With Neuron’s network APIs, maritime solution providers and app developers can connect their apps directly to Neuron’s AI-powered network management solution, Neuron Grid, to programmatically request QoE on demand.
  • “Because Neuron enables multi-provider access with AI-powered network management, we are uniquely positioned to facilitate application-driven QoE on demand for the maritime industry.
  • Neuron is committed to working with additional partners to explore new ways to use its network APIs for a diverse range of use cases.

Caregility to Showcase the “Intelligent Hospital Room of the Future” at HIMSS24

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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Caregility, a pioneer in enterprise telehealth solutions, is excited to showcase its Intelligent Hospital Room of the Future at the 2024 HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition , taking place in Orlando, Florida, March 11-15.

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  • Caregility, a pioneer in enterprise telehealth solutions, is excited to showcase its Intelligent Hospital Room of the Future at the 2024 HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition , taking place in Orlando, Florida, March 11-15.
  • Responsible AI enhancements that augment patient safety, clinical insight, and operational value using computer vision, radar-based sensors, and sound analytics.
  • As part of the exhibit, Caregility will demonstrate its first dual-camera telehealth edge device, the new APS200 Duo, for the first time.
  • HIMSS24 attendees are invited to tour the Intelligent Hospital Room of the Future at Caregility booth 4121 to learn more about how health systems are transforming the future of healthcare delivery through hybrid care enablement.

InventHelp Inventors Develop Sterilizer System for Stethoscopes (OCM-1437)

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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Our design would offer an improved level of hygiene and added convenience for doctors, nurses and patients."

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  • Our design would offer an improved level of hygiene and added convenience for doctors, nurses and patients."
  • The patent-pending invention provides an effective way to sterilize stethoscopes between uses.
  • In doing so, it offers an alternative to manually disinfecting stethoscopes.
  • 22-OCM-1437, InventHelp, 100 Beecham Drive, Suite 110, Pittsburgh, PA 15205-9801, or call (412) 288-1300 ext.

Digital Stethoscopes Boom: Medical Pros Drive Market to $539.6 Million by 2034, AI Tech Redefines Diagnostics in China, India, UK

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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The digital stethoscope market is expected to be valued at US$ 310.0 million in 2024.

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  • The digital stethoscope market is expected to be valued at US$ 310.0 million in 2024.
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    Healthcare is rapidly transitioning into the digital sphere as hospitals and other diagnostic centers undergo modernization.
  • Many doctors nowadays prefer digital stethoscopes for the enhanced functionality they offer compared to traditional stethoscopes.
  • Another concern for the digital stethoscope market is the lack of familiarity among medical professionals with the equipment.

Digital Stethoscopes Boom: Medical Pros Drive Market to $539.6 Million by 2034, AI Tech Redefines Diagnostics in China, India, UK

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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The digital stethoscope market is expected to be valued at US$ 310.0 million in 2024.

Key Points: 
  • The digital stethoscope market is expected to be valued at US$ 310.0 million in 2024.
  • Request Exclusive Sample Report: Digital Stethoscopes Industry Strategic Insights, https://www.futuremarketinsights.com/reports/sample/rep-gb-2524
    Healthcare is rapidly transitioning into the digital sphere as hospitals and other diagnostic centers undergo modernization.
  • Many doctors nowadays prefer digital stethoscopes for the enhanced functionality they offer compared to traditional stethoscopes.
  • Another concern for the digital stethoscope market is the lack of familiarity among medical professionals with the equipment.

Proven auscultation leader 3M Littmann Stethoscopes are now available with an innovative Satin Finish tubing

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
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Studies have shown that 3M™ Littmann® Stethoscopes' Cardiology IV™ and Classic III™ Stethoscopes are more than twice as loud as the next leading competitor.

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  • Studies have shown that 3M™ Littmann® Stethoscopes' Cardiology IV™ and Classic III™ Stethoscopes are more than twice as loud as the next leading competitor.
  • Select models of these outstanding stethoscopes are now available with a specially-formulated tubing for a softer, silkier more flexible feel for easier folding and stowing*.
  • "For health care professionals, the 3M Littmann brand is globally-recognized for quality, reliability and innovation, but also style," said Craig Conti, global portfolio leader, Littmann Stethoscope, 3M Health Care Business Group.
  • Littmann stethoscopes Satin Finish tubing is available in the United States now at Authorized Littmann Dealers and will roll out globally throughout 2024.

Saving Lives Through Communication, Heroic Faith Medical Science Showcasing Novel AI Auscultation Tool for Procedural Sedation Patients in PGA 77

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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The company's proprietary Airmod system, an active noise-canceling electronic stethoscope that seamlessly integrates with AI, enables continuous monitoring of patients' breathing sounds.

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  • The company's proprietary Airmod system, an active noise-canceling electronic stethoscope that seamlessly integrates with AI, enables continuous monitoring of patients' breathing sounds.
  • In collaboration with Taiwan's major medical centers and teaching hospitals, Heroic Faith has collected over 1.6 million entries of breathing sound data for AI training.
  • Heroic Faith's new General Manager, Yuan-Ren Cheng, has recently updated the company's motto from 'Saving Lives Through Innovation' to 'Saving Lives Through Communication.'
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    SOURCE Heroic Faith Medical Science, Inc.

Annals of Family Medicine: Papers Explore how Technology is Changing Medical Practice and how Doctors are Adapting

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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They then queried to what extent an AI-aided home stethoscope could support detection of asthma exacerbations, especially in young children.

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  • They then queried to what extent an AI-aided home stethoscope could support detection of asthma exacerbations, especially in young children.
  • For children under 5, the authors argue that it could significantly facilitate asthma monitoring by their parents and caregivers.
  • In a separate study, Canadian researchers examined how virtual care during the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted primary doctors' basic psychological needs and subjective well-being.
  • Conversely, basic workplace psychological need satisfaction -- though not autonomous motivation towards using virtual care -- was associated with higher well-being.

dBio Unveils Cutting-Edge AIoT Health Innovations at Medica 2023

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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TAIPEI, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Get ready for an extraordinary health adventure with dBio at Medica 2023!

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  • TAIPEI, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Get ready for an extraordinary health adventure with dBio at Medica 2023!
  • Decentralized Biotechnology Intelligence Co., Ltd (dBio) was awarded the 20th National Innovation Award for their latest solutions, the AIoT Wearable Stethoscope (StethoCloud) and AIoT Smart Insole Sensor (gMOT Cloud) .
  • These innovations promise to provide the most convenient and user-oriented way to monitor and manage our health, all in ultra-slim, user-friendly AIoT solutions.
  • dBio invites you to experience the future of health and exercise innovation at Medica 2023, from November 13 to November 16 in Düsseldorf.