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Summary: In a groundbreaking development, researchers from Lanzhou University, Dalian University of Technology, Qinghai Normal University, and Pennsylvania State University have introduced a soft, implantable supercapacitor that could revolutionize the landscape of healthcare technology. Published in Science Advances, this innovation addresses a critical challenge in the field of implantable medical devices – the persistent energy shortage.

The 12th annual survey, titled “Executive Perspectives on Top Risks for 2024 and a Decade Later,” conducted by the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Initiative and Protiviti, provides insights from over 1,143 board members and C-suite executives worldwide. The survey rates 36 macroeconomic, strategic, and operational risks on a 1-10 scale for both one-year (2024) and one-decade (2034) time horizons.

The article, published by STAT on November 28, 2023, highlights the challenges faced by investors, analysts, doctors, and patients in interpreting clinical trial results from biotech companies. In response to the complexity of data, STAT has released an updated version of its “Guide to Interpreting Clinical Trial Results,” originally authored in 2020 by Adam Feuerstein and the late Sharon Begley.

Title: FDA Mandates Transparency in Drug Ads: New Guidelines Focus on Side Effects Summary: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a final ruling, implementing five new guidelines aimed at enhancing transparency in the pharmaceutical industry’s advertising practices. The key change requires drug companies to present information on side effects and contraindications clearly and neutrally in ads on television and radio.

A recent breakthrough in the field of implantable medical devices could revolutionize healthcare technology. Researchers from China and the US have developed a soft, implantable supercapacitor that addresses the persistent energy challenges faced by bioelectronic devices. Published in Science Advances, the collaborative research by institutions including Lanzhou University and Pennsylvania State University focuses on overcoming the limitations of current battery-dependent devices.

Title: CDC Study Reveals Last Year’s Flu Shot Less Than 50% Effective for Children and Adolescents Summary: A recent study funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicates that the influenza vaccine for the 2022–2023 flu season was less than 50% effective in preventing emergency department visits and hospitalizations among children and adolescents.

SoClean, a company specializing in CPAP cleaning machines, recently initiated a voluntary field action to address user complaints regarding improper set-up and unauthorized modifications. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has responded with additional information, highlighting safety concerns related to the use of ozone cleaners, such as SoClean, for continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines.

In a recent opinion article, Dr. Robert W. Malone, a prominent figure in the debate around COVID-19 vaccines, reveals his prepared statement for a House of Representatives hearing on November 13, 2023. He begins by stating that due to time constraints and enthusiastic questioning during the hearing, his prepared statement couldn’t be read.

In recent years, the dental insurance industry has undergone significant transformations, driven by technological advancements, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and a growing awareness of the link between oral health and overall well-being. Here are four key trends reshaping the landscape of dental benefits: Oral and Overall Health Integration: Recognizing the connection between oral health and systemic conditions, insurers are adopting a holistic approach to dental insurance.

The United States is grappling with its highest-ever childhood vaccine exemption rate, as reported by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on November 10. Despite maintaining nearly 95 percent nationwide vaccination coverage for a decade before the pandemic, vaccine coverage in kindergarten-aged children has dropped to 93 percent between 2021 and 2022. Vaccine exemption rates have also risen to 3 percent during this period.