Dot Compliance, based in Phoenix, has received $17.5 million in Series B extension funding, totaling $50 million. The funding round was led by IGP Capital and Vertex Ventures, with additional investment from TPY Capital. Dot Compliance offers AI-powered quality management solutions for compliance needs, including document, change, and supplier quality management. The company will use…
A team of Montana researchers is working on developing a more effective vaccine against tuberculosis, a disease that remains a significant global health threat. The current BCG vaccine is not as effective in older age groups, leading to a push for a more powerful vaccine. The University of Montana Center for Translational Medicine is using…
A study published in Rheumatology found that 43% of patients with systemic sclerosis are malnourished, with 33% exhibiting severe malnutrition. Factors associated with malnutrition included older age, higher disease severity, diffuse cutaneous SSc, and various comorbidities. Malnutrition was diagnosed based on weight loss, BMI, and muscle atrophy using the GLIM criteria. Those with malnutrition had…
Microsoft is pushing to integrate artificial intelligence into healthcare, but is also heavily involved in discussions on regulating the technology. The company has helped organize coalitions to set guidelines and technical standards for AI in healthcare, providing resources and top executives to support these efforts. Microsoft’s focus on responsible AI allows it to influence testing…
A report by the King’s Fund suggests that placing GPs in memory clinics and care homes could lead to better dementia diagnosis rates. The report, commissioned by the Alzheimer’s Society, says that improving dementia care is a crucial test for integrated care systems. While there are pockets of innovative practice, more work is needed to…
Research shows that patients in the UK and EU are experiencing shortages of essential medicines like antibiotics and epilepsy medication. Brexit has worsened the situation, with issues stemming from global problems like disruptions in imports from Asia due to COVID-19 shutdowns and inflation. The UK’s departure from the EU has caused additional challenges, including difficulties…
Ed Rayner has been appointed as a Non-Executive Director on the Board of Directors at Sphere Fluidics, a leading provider of microfluidics-based solutions for single-cell analysis and isolation. With a background in fundraising and investment in the life sciences and technology sectors, Ed will contribute to the company’s strategic vision for growth and commercial success….
If you’re worried about quitting smoking, don’t let those fears stop you. Yes, you may gain some weight, but the health benefits of quitting far outweigh that. Managing stress and cravings can be done through various methods, such as deep breathing, medications, and exercise. Withdrawal symptoms can be tough, but they typically peak within the…
A study comparing two minimally invasive procedures for managing benign prostatic hyperplasia found that urethral implants provided more durable symptom control than thermal therapy. The CLEAR RCT study included 68 men in the US and UK who underwent either UroLift or Rezūm. The UroLift procedure showed faster relief of symptoms, lower catheterization rates, and higher…
A recent study published in the journal Hypertension revealed that the benefits of quitting smoking during pregnancy outweigh the risks associated with weight gain and complications like hypertension. The study found that quitting smoking reduced the risk of stillbirth by more than 80% and also lowered the risk of preterm delivery. However, pregnant women who…
