According to J.S Levite, Air Force Surgeon General, Air Force Medical Service (AFMS) www.airforcemedicine.af.mil, “Advancements largely come from research which often results in emerging technologies. Research also, helps to usher in new capabilities to the AFMS and puts concepts into practice.” …Continue reading
NIH Funding Artificial Pancreas Trials
The National Institute of Health’s National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) www.niddk.nih.gov is funding four separate clinical trials using and conducting tests on the artificial pancreas. The trials are going to study the technology in terms of safety, efficacy, user-friendliness, physical and emotional health of participants, and cost. The Jaeb Center for Health Research in Tampa Florida will serve as the coordinating center. …Continue reading
GlobalMed’s Strong Position
According to GlobalMed® www.globalmed.com based in Scottsdale Arizona, the company saw revenues increase 300 percent in the second half of 2016, thanks to organic growth of new customers and a deepening reach with their existing clients. The company’s deployments in the U.S and in 55 foreign countries continues to smash records with more than 3.5 million annual telemedicine consults. …Continue reading
Technology Helps Verizon
The “Internet of Things” (loT) is in the midst of connecting technology especially in the healthcare and medical sectors. Verizon is interested in specific areas related to tracking prescription drugs and remote monitoring. …Continue reading
Helping AI/AN Veterans
The Indian Health Service (IHS) www.ihs.gov and the Veterans Administration www.va.gov signed a Memorandum of Understanding to help improve the health status of American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) veterans. …Continue reading
Hospital Participates in Study
The Fort Belvoir Community Hospital in Virginia www.fbch.capmed.mil was selected to participate in the “Chronic Effects of Neuro-Trauma Consortium” (CENC) study to determine what happens to service members and veterans who suffer mild traumatic brain injuries or concussions. …Continue reading
Priorities for Broadband
Thinking ahead, the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF) https://itif.org held an event February 2, 2017 in Washington D.C to discuss “2017 Telecom Priorities for Congress and the FCC”. Doug Brake https://twitter.com/DBrakeITIF as moderator, pointed out that policies are in flux when dealing with the rural divide as it pertains to broadband along with all of the issues involving privacy and security. …Continue reading