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Benefits of Using Telepharmacy Software for Patient Engagement

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Over the past few years, pharmacies have undergone many changes. Of all the promising innovations, telepharmacy software remains a valuable development, particularly with respect to patient engagement.

This technology enables pharmacists to communicate virtually with patients in rural or remote areas. An increasing number of people are using home care solutions and require relevant information.

Telepharmacy software uses telecommunications and information technology to bring healthcare closer to patients and keep them involved in their treatment. Let’s discuss this further. [Read more…] about Benefits of Using Telepharmacy Software for Patient Engagement

Beckman Coulter Life Sciences partners with Automata to accelerate AI-ready laboratory automation

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Beckman Coulter Life Sciences and Automata have announced a strategic partnership that integrates Beckman Coulter Life Sciences liquid handling, genomic and cell analysis technologies with Automata’s AI-ready automation platform to enable faster, more consistent and more scalable experimentation for research organizations.

The collaboration brings together Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, a global leader in laboratory automation and innovation and a subsidiary of Danaher Corporation, and Automata, a London-based lab automation company modernizing how R&D laboratories design, execute and scale scientific workflows.

The partnership is part of a larger investment in which Danaher Ventures will participate in Automata’s Series C funding round and join the company’s board of directors, strengthening alignment and long-term support for joint innovation. [Read more…] about Beckman Coulter Life Sciences partners with Automata to accelerate AI-ready laboratory automation

How a Truck Accident Lawyer Handles Complex Cases

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Texas is a state built on commerce and transportation, with thousands of commercial trucks moving across its highways every day to keep industries running.

While this activity fuels the economy, it also increases the likelihood of serious truck accidents that can leave victims facing overwhelming legal and financial challenges.

These cases are rarely simple, often involving multiple parties, complex regulations, and high-stakes insurance disputes. Understanding how a truck accident lawyer handles complex cases is essential for anyone trying to protect their rights after such a collision. [Read more…] about How a Truck Accident Lawyer Handles Complex Cases

Robotics for good: Startups tackling social and environmental challenges

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Robotics is most often discussed in terms of productivity, efficiency, and cost reduction. Factory automation, warehouse robots, and autonomous vehicles dominate the conversation.

Yet a quieter strand of innovation is focused elsewhere:

  • on helping people live more independently;
  • protecting fragile ecosystems; and
  • responding to crises where human access is limited or dangerous.

This feature looks at a selection of startups and emerging technologies applying robotics to social and environmental challenges. The aim is not to romanticise the field, but to show how practical machines are being designed to solve problems that markets and policy alone have struggled to address. [Read more…] about Robotics for good: Startups tackling social and environmental challenges

What Makes Assisted Living a Smart Long-Term Choice

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Peace of mind for elderly loved ones is a goal for many families. Assisted living provides more than just assistance; it nurtures the independence of residents in a comfortable setting. This alternative is still a favorite among those looking for a smart solution for the long term.  [Read more…] about What Makes Assisted Living a Smart Long-Term Choice

Fortis Nagarbhavi launches next generation Mako Robotic technology for knee joint replacements

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Fortis Hospital, Nagarbhavi has announced the launch of the Next Generation Mako Robotic System (Mako TKA 2.0), marking a transformative leap in knee joint replacement surgery in Karnataka. The Mako Robotic System represents the latest frontier in robot-assisted knee replacement surgery, integrating CT-based 3D modelling, AI-enabled surgical planning and haptic-guided robotic-arm assistance.

Designed to achieve sub-millimeter accuracy, the Mako system enables superior implant positioning while preserving healthy bone and soft tissue. This precision translates into reduced post-operative pain, faster recovery, improved functional outcomes, and long-term joint stability, significantly enhancing the patient experience.

Speaking at the launch, Ms. Sudha Rani, renowned South Indian actress said: “It’s heartening to see world-class medical technology is now accessible in our city. The MAKO Robotic‑Arm Assisted Surgery System represents a major leap forward for patients, offering safer surgeries and faster recovery than ever before. My heartfelt congratulations to the entire team at Fortis Hospital Nagarbhavi for bringing such advanced care to the community.” [Read more…] about Fortis Nagarbhavi launches next generation Mako Robotic technology for knee joint replacements

FDA approves Flow Neuroscience’s at-home brain stimulation treatment for depression

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Flow Neuroscience has announced FDA approval of their breakthrough Flow at-home brain-stimulation device for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD). FDA approval marks the first time in history American clinicians are able to prescribe a novel at-home non-drug therapy as both a stand-alone and an adjunctive treatment for adults with moderate to severe depression. 

Currently, depression affects more than 20 million US adults, a 60 percent increase over the last decade. Around a third of these patients are not responsive to antidepressants, and many stop treatment because of side effects such as sexual dysfunction, weight gain, a sense of feeling emotionally blunted, and many others. [Read more…] about FDA approves Flow Neuroscience’s at-home brain stimulation treatment for depression

MMI wins FDA clearance and completes first US clinical use of robotic microsurgical dissection instruments with Symani

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Medical Microinstruments, a robotics company dedicated to expanding treatment options and improving outcomes for patients with complex conditions, has announced that it received US Food and Drug Administration 510(k) clearance for its NanoWrist Scissors and Forceps indicated for soft tissue dissection.

This clearance enables delicate tissue manipulation and dissection in robotic microsurgery, expanding the role of the Symani Surgical System beyond anastomosis to include additional critical steps in complex surgery.

The first US clinical use of the cleared instruments was recently completed at Tampa General Hospital (TGH), home to an established microsurgical robotics program. The lymphovenous bypass (LVB) procedure, leveraging the full capabilities of Symani, represents the world’s first fully robotic-assisted microsurgical operation from initial incision to skin closure. [Read more…] about MMI wins FDA clearance and completes first US clinical use of robotic microsurgical dissection instruments with Symani

SS Innovations applies for FDA approval for its Mantra robotic surgical system

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SS Innovations, a developer of innovative surgical robotic technologies, has submitted a 510(k) premarket notification to the US Food and Drug Administration for the SSI Mantra surgical robotic system for multiple specialty procedure types, including: general, urological, colorectal, gynecological, and cardiac surgery. 

Dr Sudhir Srivastava, chairman CEO of SS Innovations, says: “Our submission of a 510(k) premarket notification to the FDA marks an important milestone in our strategic plan to introduce the Company’s advanced, cost-efficient SSi Mantra surgical robotic system to the US market.

“Given its affordability, differentiated technology, and proven performance across our existing global installations, we believe the SSi Mantra represents a highly compelling option for hospitals and surgeons in the United States, especially those serving underserved patient communities.” [Read more…] about SS Innovations applies for FDA approval for its Mantra robotic surgical system

Beckman Coulter Life Sciences introduces new automated liquid handler

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Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, a Danaher company and a specialist in laboratory automation and innovation, says it is making liquid handling research “more accessible” with the launch of the Biomek i3 Benchtop Liquid Handler.

Purpose-built for low- to medium-throughput workflows, the Biomek i3 Benchtop Liquid Handler delivers powerful automation in a compact, cost-effective format. Its grid-based deck design includes 15 standard and 5 flex positions, enabling flexible configuration to accommodate a wide range of labware and protocols.

The instrument supports genomic applications such as synthetic biology, sequencing, epigenetics, gene expression, and high-throughput screening, as well as drug discovery workflows including cell-based assays, biochemical assays, ADME-Tox, and combination sequencing. [Read more…] about Beckman Coulter Life Sciences introduces new automated liquid handler