Medical Device Industry Expecting an Increase in Hacking in 2017

The medical device industry is preparing itself for an expected wave of device hacks in 2017. The projection is based on numerous high-profile attacks within recent years, and is prompting both the industry and the FDA to implement stronger protective measures. Of...

Teva Pharmaceuticals Releases Drug Metabolizing Innovation

Teva Pharmaceuticals has announced an innovation in the way of drug metabolizing. To prolong therapy digestion and ensure drug abilities, Teva has begun replacing various hydrogen atoms within a drug with isotope deuterium. This heavier element, when introduced to a...

Medical Device and Diagnostic Industries to Experience Major Growth

The medical device and diagnostic industries may experience a sharp growth between 2017 and 2025. Due to advancements in technology, reduced treatment cost, and recover time have aided the industry to expand treatment coverage and increase patient access. In addition...

Agenus Begins Advanced Cancer Vaccine Clinical Trials

Agenus has commenced the first clinical trial of its latest advanced cancer treatment, AutoSynVax (ASV). Throughout the trial the neoantigen vaccine will be combined with QS-21 Stimulon. The treatment has presented evidence that it mediates tumor control and lasting...

The European Union Announces New Medical Device Rules

The EU has announced new regulations for medical devices to ensure safety and quality in European devices. The new rules will introduce an EU database listing all European devices and their progress in lifecycle development, device cards for patients to easily receive...