Month: March 2022

Google Explores Smartphone Sensors for Health Monitoring

Google is venturing into the realm of smartphone sensors to monitor health conditions, with a focus on capturing heart sounds and eyeball images. By harnessing the power of smartphones, Google aims to empower individuals to identify potential health issues from the comfort of their own homes. The company’s research will determine if these sensors can […]

Published on March 24, 2022

Dental Therapists: Affordable Care for Dental Deserts

Imagine a vast desert, where people are parched for dental care like an oasis in the dry dunes. But fear not, dental therapists are here to provide a lifeline! These healthcare superheroes charge half of what dentists ask for many procedures, making oral health care more accessible and affordable for millions of Americans. With nearly […]

Published on March 24, 2022

ALS Patients Pressure FDA for Drug Approval with Limited Data

When faced with patients battling a terminal illness, the FDA is grappling with the question of how much evidence is necessary before approving experimental drugs. This dilemma has been at the heart of some of the agency’s toughest decisions, including last year’s… In these cases, the patients’ overwhelming desire for access to potential treatments often […]

Published on March 24, 2022