Researchers turn to CRISPR to unlock one of the trickiest diseases to treat: Alzheimer’s
(By Andrew Joseph for ST A T) When the genome-editing tool CRISPR is thought of as a potential medicine, the
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Medical Technology
Tampa VA improves access to exoskeleton technology for Veterans
(Source - news.va.gov) The Robotics and Advanced Technology Center at James A. Haley VA in Tampa is using cutting-edge technology
Read MoreTransforming Medicare Coverage: A New Medicare Coverage Pathway for Emerging Technologies and Revamped Evidence Development Framework
(Source - www.cms.gov) The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is committed to fostering innovation while ensuring that people
Read MoreElectrical pulses that synchronize the sleeping brain appear to boost memory
By Jon Hamilton for NPR on June 2, 2023 A little brain stimulation at night appears to help people remember
Read MoreHumana adds value-based durable medical equipment contractors for Medicare Advantage members
By Rylee Wilson for Becker’s Hospital Review ) Humana will contract with two durable medical equipment companies to provide medical
Read MoreFive VA apps that help Veterans and their families manage stress
(Source - new.va.gov) Did you know that unmanaged stress can affect your overall well-being? Over time, unchecked stress levels can
Read More‘One step closer’ to diagnosing Parkinson’s before symptoms appear: Study
(By Bari Faye Dean for Becker’s Hospital Review ) A newly discovered test for Parkinson’s disease shows promise in diagnosing
Read MoreVA expands virtual reality for Veteran rehabilitation
(Source - news.va.gov) VA’s Office of Healthcare Innovation and Learning (OHIL) has established a three-year collaboration with Penumbra to test,
Read MorePTSD Bytes: Older adults and mental health apps
(Source - news.va.gov) In this episode of the PTSD Bytes podcast, host Dr. Colleen Becket-Davenport talks about older adults (age
Read MoreSickle cell patient’s success with gene editing raises hopes and questions
By Rob Stein for npr on March 16, 2023 Victoria Gray was wandering through the British Museum in London last
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