For millions of patients managing chronic conditions like kidney disease, heart failure, or neurological disorders, monitoring blood sodium levels is a routine but invasive necessity. Blood draws, while effective, are uncomfortable, time-consuming, and often impractical for continuous tracking. But a […]
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Note to readers: These posts are some of my favorite pieces from my time with Medgadget—stories that still resonate, even if they’re a bit dated. For now, consider this a placeholder, a glimpse into the past, until it’s replaced with
Note to readers: These posts are some of my favorite pieces from my time with Medgadget—stories that still resonate, even if they’re a bit dated. For now, consider this a placeholder, a glimpse into the past, until it’s replaced with
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A new breathalyzer device developed by Indiana University researchers offers a non-invasive alternative for monitoring blood sugar levels. Inspired by diabetes alert dogs, the device detects specific molecules in breath that correlate with hypoglycemia, providing real-time glucose readings without the
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A groundbreaking artificial pancreas system developed by the University of Virginia is leveraging digital twin technology to enhance diabetes management. This adaptive biobehavioral control system fine-tunes insulin delivery every two weeks, allowing users to test different settings in a virtual
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