LivaNova (Nasdaq:LIVN) announced today that it began a limited commercial release for its Essenz perfusion system in Europe. The company initiated its launch in select centers throughout Europe after successful implementation in The Netherlands and Italy. London-based LivaNova built the Essenz system with a next-generation heart-lung machine and a patient monitor. The company designed it […]
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Dexcom to announce U.S. G7 launch in Super Bowl commercial with Nick Jonas
Dexcom (Nasdaq:DXCM) today unveiled its upcoming Super Bowl commercial that announces the U.S. launch of its next-generation Dexcom G7 CGM. The ad, set to run during the second quarter of Super Bowl LVII on Feb. 12, features musician, actor and philanthropist Nick Jonas. Jonas lives with type 1 diabetes and uses Dexcom’s continuous glucose monitors […]
Sensydia completes enrollment in study for AI-powered cardiac monitoring device
Sensydia announced today that it completed enrollment in its 225-subject development study for its AI-powered Cardiac Performance System (CPS). Los Angeles-based Sensydia designed the AI-based, non-invasive CPS to use heart sound analysis. It may enable earlier detection and improved therapy guidance for heart failure and pulmonary hypertension patients. CPS uses ultra-sensitive biosensors for the rapid, […]
Tidepool Loop automated insulin delivery system wins FDA clearance
Tidepool announced recently that the FDA cleared its Tidepool Loop, a “do-it-yourself,” (DIY) automated insulin delivery (AID) system. Palo Alto, California-based Tidepool is a non-profit diabetes data management group. It created the hybrid, closed-loop AID app for compatibility with multiple insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors. The company announced collaborations in the past that include […]
Know Labs inks partnerships to accelerate progress toward FDA clearance for glucose monitor
Know Labs (NYSE:KNW) announced that it entered into a series of strategic partnerships as it looks to move toward a major regulatory nod. Seattle-based Know Labs develops the Bio-RFID technology. It uses spectroscopy to direct electromagnetic energy through a substance or material to capture a unique molecular signature. This technology integrates into wearable, mobile or bench-top […]
Study backs digital diabetes program from Vida Health
Vida Health announced that a study of its digital health diabetes management program demonstrated improvements in multiple metrics. San Francisco-based Vida Health published an article in JMIR Formative Research. Results from 1,128 participants demonstrated dramatic improvements in glycemic control. It also highlighted an important relationship between the improved management of depression and diabetes. Get the full […]
Smith+Nephew LEAF patient monitor wins innovative tech nod
Smith+Nephew (NYSE:SNN) announced today that its LEAF patient monitoring system received an Innovative Technology designation from Vizient. Vizient awards Innovative Technology designations to previously contracted products. The award signals to healthcare providers the impact of these innovations. London-based Smith+Nephew exhibited the LEAF system at the Vizient Innovative Technology Exchange last year. Smith+Nephew’s LEAF offers visual […]
Glucose monitor maker Know Labs names new CEO, makes other executive changes
Know Labs (NYSE:KNW) announced that it named Ron Erickson as CEO as the company makes a handful of changes at the top. The Seattle-based non-invasive glucose monitor maker’s board unanimously named Erickson, its founder and chair, as CEO. Former CEO Phil Bosua stepped down as an executive officer of the company and board member. Know […]
Nemaura Medical garners U.S.-based purchase order for glucose sensors
Nemaura Medical (Nasdaq:NMRD) announced that it received a purchase order for 5,000 proBEAT glucose sensor subscriptions. HealthFleet, a U.S.-based telehealth provider, made the purchase order. It consists of 75,000 proBEAT glucose sensors over an initial five-month period. Nemaura values the deal at $500,000 in revenue, while HealthFleet possesses the option to increase volumes based on […]
The year ahead in diabetes care: what to expect in 2023
After a banner year for diabetes technology in 2022, there’s still plenty to look forward to in 2023. Throughout 2022, we saw a wide range of advancements in diabetes technology. We saw launches for next-generation technologies, exciting clinical trial results, rumored spinouts and acquisitions and more. You can read all about the biggest diabetes stories […]
HeartBeam appoints new president
HeartBeam (Nasdaq:BEAT) announced today that it appointed Robert Eno to its newly created position of president. Eno’s responsibilities include the company’s strategic direction, commercialization efforts and day-to-day operations. His role includes these responsibilities over the HeartBeam AIMI and HeartBeam AIMIGo platforms. The Santa Clara, California-based company designed AIMIGo as a credit card-sized, 12-lead 3D vector […]