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“We can convert skin cells into nerve cells more efficiently”
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[22/05/2012] Until now, curing neurological disorders has been a vision of the future. Scientists at the LIFE & BRAIN Centre in Bonn, Germany, however have come a bit closer to achieving this with a new procedure and are now able to convert skin cells into nerve cells. “We can convert skin cells into nerve cells more efficiently” - read more
Video: Prenatal Medicine - Safely Through Pregnancy
( Source: MEDICA-tradefair.com )
[20/05/2012] Providing the best conditions for the unborn life - that is the goal of prenatal medicine. However, a lot of questions have to be considered, because a diagnosis does not always offer an opportunity for therapy. Video: Prenatal Medicine - Safely Through Pregnancy - read more
”We are not limited to one active ingredient group or one active ingredient“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[08/05/2012] Drugs that treat brain diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease or multiple sclerosis are most effective directly where they are needed – in the brain. Unfortunately, it is difficult to develop drugs that are capable of getting there specifically, since the so-called blood-brain barrier prevents this from happening. However, now a team led by Doctor Heiko Manninga succeeded in doing precisely that. ”We are not limited to one active ingredient group or one active ingredient“ - read more
”It was and is our aspiration to structure residency training and education“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[02/05/2012] What can future medical specialists expect during the time of their training and education, which areas will they have gotten to know and what quality is attached to the apprenticeship. Depending on the hospital and location in Germany, this question has to be answered differently. ”It was and is our aspiration to structure residency training and education“ - read more
"Global interconnectedness makes uniform traceability systems necessary"
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[23/04/2012] In order to design safety standards and traceability of medical devices more professionally in the future, international committees are currently working on a new identification system that could apply worldwide in the future. In doing so, products could be identified during their entire life cycle. "Global interconnectedness makes uniform traceability systems necessary" - read more
“Intersexuality is not a disease“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[10/04/2012] Most people are clearly female or male. Nature however – human nature as well – also knows other gender types. Intersexuality has always been around in the world and now it is time for society and medical science to finally accept it. “Intersexuality is not a disease“ - read more
“The anatomical maturation of the lung makes a gas exchange possible after the 22nd week of pregnancy at the earliest“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[02/04/2012] In the event of a premature delivery, the lung of a newborn child is often not able to assume its function. One reason for this: it lacks a tenside called surfactant (surface active agent), that makes sure that the lungs don’t stick together during the breathing process. MEDICA.de spoke to Professor Peter Bartmann, Director of Neonatology at University Hospital Bonn, on how preemies can be helped. “The anatomical maturation of the lung makes a gas exchange possible after the 22nd week of pregnancy at the earliest“ - read more
“The lungs are no longer airtight“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[01/04/2012] Across Germany nationwide there are currently 12,000 patients waiting for an organ transplant, but available donor organs, like lungs for instance are still in short supply. In addition, transport to the patient is tricky: oftentimes organs get damaged. Why is that? Now researchers discovered why. “The lungs are no longer airtight“ - read more
“Many patients feel blindsided by individual health benefits“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[22/03/2012] Individual health benefits, so-called IGeL in Germany, are more and more often offered to German patients at their doctor’s office. Many recipients however are unsure whether the benefit is really necessary or whether their health really depends on paying for some benefits out of their own pocket. “Many patients feel blindsided by individual health benefits“ - read more
"Changes can be well detected"
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[08/03/2012] For cancer patients, chip implants could play an important role in the future - especially, when it comes to difficult to operate tumours. The chip technology will help doctors to monitor the tumour, because it measures the oxygen content in the tissue fluid. Once the oxygen level drops, the tumour threatens to accelerate its growth. "Changes can be well detected" - read more
“If you fail early, you will reach your goal faster“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[01/03/2012] Medical devices are becoming increasingly complex and develop faster and faster technically. Modern medicine would be unthinkable without the use of new and more delicate equipment. But there can also be risks to patients, since a comprehensible handling cannot be guaranteed in all cases – it can’t even be excluded in experienced medical specialists. “If you fail early, you will reach your goal faster“ - read more
“You can have an endoscope patented, but not the minimally invasive surgery procedure“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[01/03/2012] Anesthetics, intracardiac catheters and computer tomography – all of these are milestones in medicine. Some inventors had their discoveries patented, while others are completely denied the possibility. “You can have an endoscope patented, but not the minimally invasive surgery procedure“ - read more
”We can reduce the number of animal experiments“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[22/02/2012] Animal experiments are a part of everyday life in medical research, yet they have been the subject of criticism for decades. Even though scientists all over the world are searching for alternative methods, the complexity of physical processes in the human body however makes this very difficult. ”We can reduce the number of animal experiments“ - read more
Benefits of Local Anaesthesia
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[13/02/2012] Researchers at the Rothman Institute at Jefferson University have shown that local anaesthesia delivered through a catheter in the joint, intraarticularly, may be more beneficial than traditional opioids such as morphine and Oxycontin for pain management following total knee replacement surgery. Benefits of Local Anaesthesia - read more
Tell Me How You Are – and I Know How Long You Will Live
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[10/02/2012] The way people rate their health determines their probability of survival in the following decades. Researchers from the Institute of Social and Preventive Medicine at the University of Zurich demonstrate that for ratings ranging from “excellent”, “good”, “fair” and “poor” to “very poor”, the risk of mortality increases steadily. Tell Me How You Are – and I Know How Long You Will Live - read more
“A systematic approach to product naming saves both time and money“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[08/02/2012] The number of national brand applications has increased by 9 percent in the medical technology and pharmaceutical leading classes in 2010 compared to the previous year. And yet in many companies there is a lack of a long-term branding strategy. The consequence of which is an unsystematic growing brand portfolio that offers little orientation and gets in the way of successful product marketing. “A systematic approach to product naming saves both time and money“ - read more
“The risk of patients dying from sepsis increases the longer the diagnosis takes”
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[01/02/2012] On the website of the German Sepsis Society (Deutsche Sepsis-Gesellschaft) you can find the following definition for the disease called sepsis: A modern definition of sepsis was published in 1989 by Bone. He wrote: Sepsis is defined as an invasion of microorganisms and / or their toxins into the blood stream along with the reaction of the organism to the invasion. “The risk of patients dying from sepsis increases the longer the diagnosis takes” - read more
Educating About Heart Attacks Could Save Lives
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[16/01/2012] Heart attacks in women go largely unrecognised 30 to 55 per cent of the time and those who miss the warning signs and fail or delay getting help, run the risk of death or grave disability. But researchers at Binghamton University and SUNY Upstate Medical University have developed an educational program they believe will shorten the time to treatment and ultimately, save lives. Educating About Heart Attacks Could Save Lives - read more
“The System Is to Enable Patients to Do Rehab Exercises at Home”
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[09/01/2012] MEDICA.de talked to Professor Didier Stricker of the German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI) and leader of the project about delighted physiotherapists, motivated patients and the advantage towards simple interactive sports games on the computer. “The System Is to Enable Patients to Do Rehab Exercises at Home” - read more
“Whether it’s lactose, fructose, gluten or histamine – you always have to see for yourself what you can tolerate“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[02/01/2012] Never before were our choices of foods so abundant. And never before have we reacted so sensitively to the different ingredients in our food. Oftentimes the resulting diagnosis is food intolerance. “Whether it’s lactose, fructose, gluten or histamine – you always have to see for yourself what you can tolerate“ - read more
“Data protection for the insured person is unquestionably guaranteed”
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[08/12/2011] Since October 2011, Germany’s electronic health insurance card (“elektronische Gesundheitskarte” eGK) has been adopted into the everyday lives of patients and physicians for good. After a long and tedious process, it finally meets the required regulations to ensure data protection for the insured. “Data protection for the insured person is unquestionably guaranteed” - read more
“During times of stress, our inner autopilot tTakes the lead“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[01/12/2011] You are on the edge of your nerves and you can no longer think clearly - stress is a phenomenon that all of us have probably experienced at one point or another. The way individual people deal with stress may be different, but the body processes always work the same way. “During times of stress, our inner autopilot tTakes the lead“ - read more
Enzymes That Could Help Fight Flu
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[21/11/2011] The influenza virus remains a worldwide threat to humans, causing an average of 36,000 deaths and 200,000 hospitalisations each year in the United States alone. As health care professionals prepare for another flu season, a University of Missouri scientist is studying how two enzymes could be used to stop the virus in its tracks. Enzymes That Could Help Fight Flu - read more
MEDICA's innovative exhibitors
[18/11/2011] 
Every year MEDICA is the epicenter of medical news from around the world. The photo gallery "MEDICA's innovative exhibitors" provides a brief overview of the many international exhibitors presenting their products at the fair. MEDICA's innovative exhibitors - read more
ADVERTISEMENT: EURONDA Deutschland GmbH
[18/11/2011] This is a commercial banner by EURONDA Deutschland GmbH ADVERTISEMENT: EURONDA Deutschland GmbH - read more
Delta Industrial - 30 years experience: engineering, electronics and software technology
( Source: MEDICA-TradeFair.com )
[18/11/2011] Delta Industrial is a specialist for custom manufacturing solutions for the medical and pharmaceutical sector, labels and RFID. The American company help its customers minimise material losses and improve the OOE grading and facility effectiveness. MEDICA.de spoke to the experts for mechanical engineering and coating facilities. Delta Industrial - 30 years experience: engineering, electronics and software technology - read more
Joan B. Boix of Ordisi
[18/11/2011] Joan B. Boix of Ordisi - read more
Physiotherapy devices of ASTAR
( Source: MEDICA-TradeFair.com )
[18/11/2011] ASTAR is a leading manufacturer of physiotherapy devices: Electrotherapy, laser therapy, ultrasound, magnetotherapy and phototherapy units. The Polnish company designs products and co-operates with the best specialists in various domains, from medical science up to industrial design. Physiotherapy devices of ASTAR - read more
MEDICA's curious visitors
[17/11/2011] 
As every year, the MEDICA 2011 is happy about the very large number of guests who want to find out about the latest news from the medical world. With the photo gallery "MEDICA's curious visitors" we give you a brief overview of their diversity. MEDICA's curious visitors - read more
Press Conference MEDICA 2011
[16/11/2011] 
Clearly structured, with each market segment assigned its own exhibition hall, MEDICA covers the entire range of medical equipment needs in practices and hospitals. Press Conference MEDICA 2011 - read more
Trade Fair Highlights from MEDICA 2011
[16/11/2011] 
MEDICA is once again the center of medical innovations from around the world. The Gallery "Trade Fair Highlights from MEDICA 2011" provides an overview of the revolutionary products of many international exhibitors.
Trade Fair Highlights from MEDICA 2011 - read more
Dr. Ingo Patschke
[16/11/2011] Dr. Ingo Patschke - read more
Diagnoses Vary Widely Across Clinics
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[14/11/2011] Archives of General Psychiatry study suggests common diagnostic subcategories like Asperger syndrome are flawed and provides questionable value. Diagnoses Vary Widely Across Clinics - read more
“The cell activity can be modulated as desired“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[08/11/2011] What exactly happens in the brain during an epileptic seizure? And can this knowledge help in finding better therapies for patients in the future? “The cell activity can be modulated as desired“ - read more
"Among experts we focus far too little on the basics"
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[02/11/2011] If a wound does not heal within four to twelve weeks after emergence, doctors call it a chronic wound. In many cases underlying diseases such as venous or vascular disease or diabetes mellitus are the cause. A successful therapy, however, still presents a challenge and requires an interdisciplinary cooperation. "Among experts we focus far too little on the basics" - read more
“Back to sleep, tummy to play“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[02/11/2011] Starting at the third month after birth, babies should be able to lie straight on their backs, grab with both hands, prop themselves up on their elbows and be able to freely move their head to both sides. If more one-sided use of the body is detected instead, it could be a case of kinematic imbalance. “Back to sleep, tummy to play“ - read more
“You must not underestimate the capability of these viruses“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[22/10/2011] Tropical diseases used to appear almost exclusively in remote countries – hence the name. The mosquito bite was annoying, but nevertheless harmless in European regions. But the flying pests keep spreading and spreading. And they carry tiny, but dangerous pathogens. Scientists now found out that these viruses are now settling down in Europe. They are called Sindbis, Batai or Usutu. “You must not underestimate the capability of these viruses“ - read more
“Every mother who dies due to pregnancy or giving birth is one too many”
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[10/10/2011] Celebrities like Victoria Beckham and Heidi Klum show us how it’s done: Pregnancy and birth are celebrated like a lifestyle event. Pregnancy while working 60 hours a week? No problem. Return directly after birth lithe and lissom to work? Not only for models a must. “Every mother who dies due to pregnancy or giving birth is one too many” - read more
“It is an investment in our economic development“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[22/09/2011] Prevention is the best medicine, according to the proverb. To internalise this wisdom into as many people as possible is the most important goal of the health prevention. With a view to rising illnesses such as diabetes, mental disorders or adiposity, it is becoming more and more important. “It is an investment in our economic development“ - read more
"There is no specific treatment"
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[08/09/2011] Many years ago in Chernobyl, now Fukushima (Japan) - when it comes to nuclear accidents, human lives are in danger. Not only in the moment of the accident, but for many years later. Because the disease-causing rays have a life-long effect on our health and can be the cause of cancer even in the following generation. "There is no specific treatment" - read more
"Currently things progress in major steps"
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[22/08/2011] The goal of personalised medicine is to be able to provide an individual disease forecast and to implement an accurate and fast treatment. Today new genetic and molecular findings, as well as the analysis of individual patient characteristics, already make first conclusions on the individual course of disease possible. "Currently things progress in major steps" - read more
“We hope it will soon be included in the list of covered services by health insurance companies“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[08/08/2011] Patients, who suffer from hypertension despite undergoing drug therapy, according to a study that was conducted with the participation of the Department of Nephrology and the Institute for Radiology at the University Hospital Düsseldorf, Germany, may benefit from renal nerve ablation, a catheter-based denervation of renal nerves. “We hope it will soon be included in the list of covered services by health insurance companies“ - read more
“The procedure is minimally traumatic“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[22/07/2011] The da Vinci Surgical System revolutionizes the job in the operating room. For several months, surgeons at the RWTH Aachen University have worked with the da Vinci Surgical System. Here, the surgeon no longer stands alongside the patient, but instead works at a console from which he operates the surgical instruments inside the patient. “The procedure is minimally traumatic“ - read more
"Research has to be interdisciplinary"
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[08/07/2011] The number of heart failure disease has increased for years. Drugs and a change in lifestyle can help the affected person, but a cure is still not in sight. That’s why it is all the more important to research the origins of heart disease as well as develop suitable strategies for prevention. These are some of the objectives the German Center for Heart Failure has committed itself to. "Research has to be interdisciplinary" - read more
“You might describe it as gymnastics for cells“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[22/06/2011] The cells of our body work within a three-dimensional environment. But under laboratory conditions, experiments are often still performed in Petri dishes, which provide a 2D environment. “You might describe it as gymnastics for cells“ - read more
“Tough women who know exactly what they want“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[08/06/2011] During pregnancy and childbirth, midwives are irreplaceable attachment figures for expectant mothers. That’s why it makes no sense that their position in society is disputed more and more, by paying them poorly and making their profession unnecessarily expensive through horrendous liability insurance premiums. “Tough women who know exactly what they want“ - read more
“There is still a significant need for research“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[09/05/2011] Someone who dies of brain death for instance due to an aneurysm, can save lives with his organs – if he, depending on state specifications, owns a organ donor card, has not excluded himself from organ donation or relatives express the probable wishes of the deceased. Yet there are still too few organ donors compared to potential organ recipients. “There is still a significant need for research“ - read more
“Sadly, humanity will fall by the wayside“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[22/04/2011] Rural exodus is not just a well-known German problem, but happens all over the world. In the foreseeable future, this development will have a negative impact on the rural infrastructure and with it also on medical care. The fact remains: Many physicians prefer the city and a country atmosphere doesn’t do much for them. “Sadly, humanity will fall by the wayside“ - read more
"We are not just dealing with dead bodies“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[22/01/2011] It’s well-known that reality and fiction sometimes are much farther apart than you would think. Popular US crime drama series have long since shown us that and sketch a smart image of the job of forensic pathologists: they perform autopsies, identify and solve homicide cases like clockwork. Everyday life in a forensic medical Institute though is reflected to a lesser extent in this case. "We are not just dealing with dead bodies“ - read more
“We do not view ourselves as competition, but rather as a complement to technical colleges“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[08/12/2010] What does great nursing care look like and what kind of skills do prospective nurses and elderly care nurses actually have to acquire, so patients feel completely comfortable later? MEDICA.de spoke with Professor Anke Fesenfeld from the University of Health Sciences in Bochum about the new Nursing Degree program, its focal points and set of objectives. “We do not view ourselves as competition, but rather as a complement to technical colleges“ - read more
"There is a long waiting list for donated organs“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[22/11/2010] Death is an unpopular subject that is often not talked about. Many people have an especially tough time to confront the issue of their own death while they are still in the midst of their life. Particularly when it comes to the question of whether to donate their organs, people are at a loss. "There is a long waiting list for donated organs“ - read more
Quality surgical blades and more - Kehr Surgical
( Source: MEDICA-TradeFair.com )
[20/11/2010] Surgical blades are essential for almost every surgery. Different surgeries require different blades. The company Kehr satisfies these demands. MEDICA.de spoke to Rajiv Kehr, Director of Kehr Surgical Private Limited. Quality surgical blades and more - Kehr Surgical - read more
Measuring temperature without skincontact - American Scientific Ressources
( Source: MEDICA-TradeFair.com )
[19/11/2010] MEDICA.de spoke to Christopher Tirotta about their innovation: A thermometer which can measure temperature without skincontact. Measuring temperature without skincontact - American Scientific Ressources - read more
Plasters manufacturing machine: Speedex AC
( Source: MEDICA-TradeFair.com )
[19/11/2010] R.C.A. Bignami, a customized manufacturing company, specializing in the production of first aid, surgical dressing machinery and cutting rotary dies, is introducing its Speedex Ac Gal machinery product line at COMPAMED 2010. MEDICA.de spoke to Luis Ramirez Lenci, Sales Director, about the plasters manufacturing machine called Speedex AC GAL. Plasters manufacturing machine: Speedex AC - read more
Rapid testing provides immediate information for clinical decisions
( Source: MEDICA-TradeFair.com )
[19/11/2010] Interbiol S.A. de C.V. is a fully owned Mexican company and specialized in manufacturing rapid tests. MEDICA.de spoke to Jose Fernando Carrillo Delgado Falcón, Director Comercial at Interbiol.
Rapid testing provides immediate information for clinical decisions - read more
CLT - Centre of Laser Technology
( Source: MEDICA-TradeFair.com )
[18/11/2010] Modern laser technology: minimal invasive and effective Laser technology can be found in many medical areas. Especially in surgery, the procedure has prevailed as an effective minimal invasive therapy procedure before conventional methods of treatment. But the fields of application for lasers in medicine have in means been exhausted. CLT - Centre of Laser Technology - read more
Spring seal products meet bioburden requirements - Bal Seal Engineering
( Source: MEDICA-TradeFair.com )
[18/11/2010] Bal Seal Engineering, Inc. seals and canted-coil springs are used for sealing, holding, latching, and electrical contact in a variety of applications throughout the global medical market. Steve Twork from Bale Seal explained to MEDICA.de why Bal Seal products are used extensively throughout the medical industry for over 15 years. Spring seal products meet bioburden requirements - Bal Seal Engineering - read more
Valtronic - Engineering and contract manufacturing for medical devices
( Source: MEDICA-TradeFair.com )
[18/11/2010] Engineering and Manufacturing Services for OEMs of the medical, industrial and transportation sector are the cornerstones of Valtronic. The company operates research- and production plants on three continents and stands for several OEM-innovations. Valtronic - Engineering and contract manufacturing for medical devices - read more
Change with the times to provide high quality - Wipro
( Source: MEDICA-TradeFair.com )
[17/11/2010] Manimaran Rajakannu talks to MEDICA.de on quality in healthcare technologies and challenges in the development of healthcare products. Change with the times to provide high quality - Wipro - read more
Physical fitness is important for quality of life - HUR fitness equipment
( Source: MEDICA-TradeFair.com )
[17/11/2010] Physical fitness is important for both physical and mental health. But one should not overdo it, otherwise the training can stress the body instead of helping. HUR fitness equipment is designed with the concept to imitate the natural movement of human muscles. The result is a more effective training for people of all ages and abilities. MEDICA.de spoke to Lena Karjaluoto, CEO of Ab Hur Oy. Physical fitness is important for quality of life - HUR fitness equipment - read more
In-Vitro Diagnostics by Graso Biotech
( Source: MEDICA-TradeFair.com )
[16/11/2010] In-Vitro Diagnostics by Graso Biotech - read more
Wearable Technologies – Entering a new age of health supply with innovative technology
( Source: MEDICA-TradeFair.com )
[16/11/2010] Wearable Technologies offers newcomers and established industries in the medical sector a unique platform to present their newest developments from various healthcare areas. This applies not only to market-ready products, but also for prototypes and research projects. Wearable Technologies – Entering a new age of health supply with innovative technology - read more
“Communication is the central tenet in medical science“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[22/10/2010] Just like in modern society, the image of physicians is also subject to different developments. The physician’s profession has to constantly meet new challenges. It is particularly difficult to reconcile role perceptions, which have increasingly become more differentiated due to the modern science- and health care system. “Communication is the central tenet in medical science“ - read more
“We feel the economic pressure enormously“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[08/10/2010] If you are referred to a hospital as a tumor patient, you will need complete treatment care and usually intensive therapy. Administrative proceedings and political requirements on the hospital end are added, all of which are not always easily carried out. “We feel the economic pressure enormously“ - read more
“It Is Important That The Methodology Is Right“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[22/09/2010] Initially it is a puzzle made up of small pieces or an assumption that question established diagnostics and therapy methods. Yet not always do the individual components add up to the desired shape. Being the core of evidence-based medicine, clinical trials are admittedly indispensable for the systematic development and quality inspection of pharmaceuticals and surgical- and radiation methods. “It Is Important That The Methodology Is Right“ - read more
“There Are No Registered Sleep Experts in Private Practice“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[23/08/2010] Sleep makes up a third of our life and thus is a very important part of us. Even so, we foster a paradoxical relationship with it. For many people the natural need for sufficient sleep is either a forced recovery or a longed-for desire, usually in the knowledge that a life of constant sleep deprivation is unhealthy. “There Are No Registered Sleep Experts in Private Practice“ - read more
“The Conditions Are Different from Study to Study“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[08/08/2010] Take a deep breath – for some people that is easier said than done. Why we are “out of breath“ can have many different reasons: If you are allergic to house dust, even dispersed dust from the carpet can do you in. But industry pollutants can also take your breath away – and be harmful to your health. That is why there are studies that closely examine the air for these pollutants. “The Conditions Are Different from Study to Study“ - read more
“Our Body is Not Prepared for the Diet of Today“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[01/08/2010] The vast number of additives in foods is unsettling for many consumers. For the “headquarters“ of food processing, our gastrointestinal tract, increasingly artificial foods could pose a big challenge. So far we do not really know how these substances are processed in the body.
“Our Body is Not Prepared for the Diet of Today“ - read more
“The Body of Experts Needs to Close Ranks“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[22/07/2010] It’s the “I” rather than the “we” that’s most important in personalised medicine. After all, new methods should offer an individually targeted treatment for patients. Many developments however are still in their infancy. Several players are cavorting in the subject, but what is the central theme here and where are knowledge and new research results being exchanged? “The Body of Experts Needs to Close Ranks“ - read more
“We want to help patients until the end to achieve the best possible quality of life or to maintain it.“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[08/07/2010] If you receive the diagnosis of a disease with a high probability of death, it feels like you are standing on the edge of an abyss. Palliative health care professionals attend to critically ill patients until the end of their lives, so they will not fall into this abyss. “We want to help patients until the end to achieve the best possible quality of life or to maintain it.“ - read more
"There Are More Heart Attacks Due to Stress“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[22/06/2010] A game lasts 90 minutes, a cardiac infarction mere seconds. The Soccer World Cup is the marriage of frenzied enthusiasm and great emotions, during barbecues and public parties. With increasing happiness and tension, unfortunately also the number of cardiac incidents increases. During the World Cup 2006, on some match days, there were three times as many suspicious cases for acute heart attacks. "There Are More Heart Attacks Due to Stress“ - read more
“Extensive service does not automatically mean higher premiums“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[08/06/2010] Many patients get the feeling that they have to keep paying more for increasingly worse service. This is why all the commotion over the additionally levied premiums by the statutory health insurance was high in the past and remains so now. “Extensive service does not automatically mean higher premiums“ - read more
“The System Remains Fragmented"
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[25/05/2010] The American health care system includes latest and state-of-the-art methods of treatment - as well as the highest health care costs per capita worldwide. In December 2009 the US-Senate passed officially President Obama's most important domestically aim: the health care reform. “The System Remains Fragmented" - read more
“A Genetic Test for Your Graduation Present“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[01/05/2010] Individual, goal oriented and without any side effects – this is how more and more patients should be treated in the future. Treatments according to the key-lock principle already partially exist today. MEDICA.de talked to Ivar Roots from the Charité Institute for Clinical Pharmacology and Toxicology about cancer, genes and an unusual present.
“A Genetic Test for Your Graduation Present“ - read more
“Man Is A Giant Lego Building Set“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[01/05/2010] Some build cars, others houses, and yet others - human cells. Researchers of Synthetic Biology piece genes together as they need them. This is how they intend to cure and even prevent diseases. There are progresses. MEDICA.de spoke to Martin Fussenegger, Professor of Biotechnology and Bioengineering at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology on how to build a cell and what one can do with it.
“Man Is A Giant Lego Building Set“ - read more
“Patients Have a Lot of Rights“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[22/04/2010] In the past, doctors were unchallenged authorities, but times are changing. These days, if patients are in doubt about the right treatment, they voice their concern. If they have become the victim of a medical malpractice, they also don’t shy away from going to court. A new law soon intends to inform them about their patient rights even more. “Patients Have a Lot of Rights“ - read more
“Aesthetics Is Not Everything“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[08/04/2010] Coco Chanel, Calvin Klein, Karl Lagerfeld – they all cause a big stir in the fashion world. Design is also a topic in medical science. Here, it’s not just the visual appearance that counts. In medical design, it’s primarily about ergonomics of equipment and more safety for the patient. “Aesthetics Is Not Everything“ - read more
“The Affected Person Experiences a Dopamine Shower“
( Source: MEDICA.de )
[01/04/2010] They cannot take a break and are afraid of a vacation: Workaholics. They are addicted to work like others to heroin. Behavioral addictions such as these are still not officially recognized. MEDICA.de talked with Kai Müller of the Health Care Center for Gambling Addiction at the Johannes Gutenberg-University Mainz about illnesses which don’t exist on paper and an entry way for such dependencies.
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“Plasma Makes Bacteria Cell Walls Burst“
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[22/03/2010] Never wash without using soap – this is a slogan that surgeons should keep in mind at work. Hygiene of the future may look quite differently though, according to recent physicist’s findings. “Plasma Makes Bacteria Cell Walls Burst“ - read more
“It Works Primarily Through Networks“
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[08/03/2010] In times of financial crisis money is tight. Nobody has anything to give away. This is also evident in everyday life at a hospital. There are some exceptions: Some private individuals or companies are helping clinics out financially and therefore help themselves and the hospital to gain more recognition. “It Works Primarily Through Networks“ - read more
“Learning Early on that Everybody Makes Mistakes”
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[01/03/2010] “A man, who has made a mistake and doesn't correct it, just made another mistake.” This quote from Confucius also applies to doctors, since only being open-minded and dealing with mistakes prevents them. Matthias Schrappe is the Director of the Institute for Patient Safety in Bonn – the first facility of its kind in Germany. MEDICA.de talked with him about forgotten swabs, students and pilots.
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"Creativity Is Essential When Working In Troubled Regions"
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[22/02/2010] Civil wars, floods or an earthquake like the recent one in Haiti – Catastrophes like these demand a lot of hard work from doctors. Surgeries are performed in piece work under poor hygienic conditions while missing anaesthetics and drugs. "Creativity Is Essential When Working In Troubled Regions" - read more
"Relatives Are Left Alone In Front Of Their Computer Screens"
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[08/02/2010] What used to be a secret journal is today a public Blog. One can find more and more private and personal information on the internet that is accessible to everyone. In the USA, there are even hospitals that give live accounts of every incision made in an operation, on the internet. "Relatives Are Left Alone In Front Of Their Computer Screens" - read more
"It Is Essential That a New Leader Is Really Neutral"
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[01/02/2010] It was briefly mentioned in the coalition agreement, now it is out in the open: the Institute for Quality and Economy in the Health System (IQWIG) is losing its infamous leader Peter Sawicki. MEDICA.de talked with health economist Juergen Wasem about the relevance of this decision for the future of the IQWIG and the successor of this position.
"It Is Essential That a New Leader Is Really Neutral" - read more
„Top Earners Will Not Necessarily Get to Pay Less“
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[01/02/2010] The controversial per capita premium is coming. That is what the Black-Yellow coalition in Germany intends to implement. Unfortunately, politicians are still fairly mum about further details. MEDICA.de spoke with Thomas Drabinski, member of the Chair for Finance, Social Politics and Health economics at the University of Kiel, about what a per capita premium could actually look like.
„Top Earners Will Not Necessarily Get to Pay Less“ - read more
"Innovations must also make economic sense."
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[22/01/2010] Due to an ever growing demand, the market for medical technology is an attractive one. At the same time, such innovations become increasingly complex, and their marketing is tied to the consent of medical insurance companies to cover the costs. A recent study describes the behaviour of medical technology companies in regards to innovations. "Innovations must also make economic sense." - read more
„Further Optimising the Natural Motion Sequence“
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[08/01/2010] Today serious sport and disability do not exclude themselves anymore. Athletes with prostheses can achieve quite similar results in competitions as their colleagues without artificial bodily parts – thanks to modern technology. However, in future prostheses could do even more. „Further Optimising the Natural Motion Sequence“ - read more
„Doctors Have to Accept that Life Is Limited.”
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[01/01/2010] For decades, dealing with dying patients was no topic for German medical students, even though most doctors have to face death. Finally the subject palliative care has become part of the curriculum. MEDICA.de spoke to Christof Müller-Busch, President of the German Association for Palliative Medicine, about the rising number of patients with old-age diseases and actors in palliative seminars.
„Doctors Have to Accept that Life Is Limited.” - read more
„Most People Do not Benefit from the New Law“
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[08/12/2009] Staying in the hospital is anything but comfortable, even for people without handicap. For disabled people, who need a personal assistant, it is more than that. In the worst case, it could be life-threatening as many hospitals are not prepared for the special patients and the nursing staff is often unable to cope. A new law in Germany is to produce relief. „Most People Do not Benefit from the New Law“ - read more
“It’s Easy to Be Happy”
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[01/12/2009] Christmas is the celebration of love – actually. But for many people, it remains only a celebration of gifts. There is hardly anyone who knows better why this does not make us happy than the German “Happiness Doctor” Eckart von Hirschhausen. MEDICA.de spoke with the medical cabaret artist about good moods, van Gogh and medal winners.
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„I Hope That I Will Have Only Few Patients“
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[01/12/2009] No Advent without Christmas tales! Who does not know the story of the heart- and ruthless Ebenezer Scrooge who is converted by three Christmas ghosts? It is imaginary though. The people of the German town Bad Segeberg can tell a fully true Christmas story: Shortly after the holidays, a socially engaged physician will open a local practice for poor people – and treat completely free of charge. „I Hope That I Will Have Only Few Patients“ - read more
Pushing Innovations - UK Trade & Investment
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[21/11/2009] Dominic Jermey, Managing Director at UK Trade & Investment, talks about life science sector in the UK and the importance of supporting innovations in this industry field. Pushing Innovations - UK Trade & Investment - read more
The Call for Innovative Technologies, World Health Organization
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[21/11/2009] Björn Fahlgren from WHO explains the World Health Organization's role in the life science industry and why the WHO decided to participate at MEDICA 2009. The Call for Innovative Technologies, World Health Organization - read more
Films for Medical Device Packaging - Sealed Air
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[20/11/2009] Nicholas Berendt, European Marketing Manager at Sealed Air, explained how films for pharmaceuticals can be used to separate two individual ingredients for example in anti-cancer drug therapy. Films for Medical Device Packaging - Sealed Air - read more
New vital signs simulator by Rigel Medical
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[20/11/2009] John Backes, export sales manager at Rigel Medical, explained Rigel's new hand held, combination vital signs simulator, called UniSIM. New vital signs simulator by Rigel Medical - read more
Professor the Lord Darzi of Denham (KBE) for UK Trade
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[20/11/2009] MEDICA.de spoke to Professor the Lord Darzi of Denham (KBE), who is the former Minister for Health and a practising surgeon, about UK's medtech companies and their success in the international markets. Professor the Lord Darzi of Denham (KBE) for UK Trade - read more
The Future of Integrated Health Care, Ergonomidesign
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[20/11/2009] Take a look at the future of of integrated health care with the software “Helping Hands” developed by Ergonomidesign AB. Anna Romboli, Director of Communications, explained how our biometric data will be accessible everywhere and connected with constant access to contacts and further services. The Future of Integrated Health Care, Ergonomidesign - read more
Highlights from HITACHI - Whole body high field open MRI Oasis and compact premium ultrasound platform Preirus with Hitachi Real-time Tissue Elastography
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[19/11/2009] Oasis sounds like relaxation and rest and that is exactly the effect the patient-friendly whole body high field open MRI system from HITACHI wants to achieve. Highlights from HITACHI - Whole body high field open MRI Oasis and compact premium ultrasound platform Preirus with Hitachi Real-time Tissue Elastography - read more
„There Is Sufficient Work For Everybody“
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[09/11/2009] The problem in Germany is that in many rural regions a lack of doctors persists. The solution may be that mobile assistants relieve general practitioners by rendering home visits on the doctor's behalf. The idea was realised successfully, received a lot of criticism – and has been part of general care for six months. „There Is Sufficient Work For Everybody“ - read more
“Bagpiper and the Queen Facsimile”
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[01/11/2009] MEDICA becomes 40 – and has lost nothing of its attraction. Thousands of visitors are expected to celebrate the anniversary in Dusseldorf. The success story started with only 135 exhibitors in 1969. One of them was Vitalograph.
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„We Pin Our Hopes on a Change of the Political Style“
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[01/11/2009] „Angie“ remains Chancellor. Yet this seems to be the only analogy between the old grand coalition and the new black-yellow one in Germany. As it remains to be seen how federal politics will develop, the hospital employees at MEDICA 2009 will discuss hard what to expect of the new government.
„We Pin Our Hopes on a Change of the Political Style“ - read more
"A Lack of Expert Knowledge Prevents Right Treatment“
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[22/10/2009] In Germany, people normally relate the occurrence of a 2-class system in healthcare to the different treatment of patients with a statutory health insurance and a private health insurance. But there is more to it. Another 2-class system exists concerned with medical treatment of people with a learning disability compared to those without. "A Lack of Expert Knowledge Prevents Right Treatment“ - read more
„They Are not less Important for Saving Human Lives“
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[08/10/2009] 80 per cent of all Germans would donate organs after their death, but only 17 per cent possess an organ donation pass with the consequence that kidney, heart and liver for transplants are scarce goods. „They Are not less Important for Saving Human Lives“ - read more
„Even Lasered Astronauts Fly Into the Outer Space“
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[01/10/2009] Some find themselves more beautiful without, others wish to do sports unhampered. Many people are bothered by their glasses on their nose that they have to wear day-to-day in order to see clearly.
„Even Lasered Astronauts Fly Into the Outer Space“ - read more
„The TÜV-Approved Lasik Is Not More Than A Kind Of Promotion“
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[01/10/2009] Anastacia and Elton John – their trademark are large eyeglasses. This truly is not for everybody since many spectacle wearers would like to get rid of the glasses the sooner the better and fancy a laser surgery of the eyes.
„The TÜV-Approved Lasik Is Not More Than A Kind Of Promotion“ - read more
„A Cost-Benefit Analysis Has Not Been Prepared Yet”
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[22/09/2009] If one needs a goldfish for its aquarium, one needs a plastic bag full of water for transport. This is similar to the medical procedure involved when heart, kidney or liver from organ donors need to get to the intensive care patient. However, there is one serious problem limiting transport: the time. „A Cost-Benefit Analysis Has Not Been Prepared Yet” - read more
„The Basic Problem Remains“
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[07/09/2009] Self-determination is important to most people - also when approaching the end of their lives. Up to now, it has not always been clear whether an advance directive is absolutely valid when being challenged. A new law coming into effect on 1st September is supposed to establish legal clarity - and to strengthen the patient's wishes. „The Basic Problem Remains“ - read more
„A State Between Almost Awake and Deep Sleep“
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[01/09/2009] Very often, when a famous person falls very ill, it is this term that circulates in the media: Ariel Sharon or Felipe Massa, for example, have both been put into an artificial coma trying to save their lives. However, many people do not really know what this kind of coma is - including scientists. „A State Between Almost Awake and Deep Sleep“ - read more
“Health Insurance Companies Are Frozen because of Additional Fees like a Deer Caught in Headlights”
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[21/08/2009] The highly controversial health fund was established on January first. Seven months later experts believe that the fund will show a deficit of about four billion euros by the end of the year. “Health Insurance Companies Are Frozen because of Additional Fees like a Deer Caught in Headlights” - read more
„We Do Not Expect Heavy Side-Effects“
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[10/08/2009] More and more people contract the swine flu virus every day. In Germany, over 9000 patients have been registered until now. Thus, over 25 million Germans are supposed to be vaccinated this autumn. However, critics worry about potential side-effects. „We Do Not Expect Heavy Side-Effects“ - read more
„I Take no Stock in Conventional Back Exercise Programmes”
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[01/08/2009] Slipped discs, lumbagos and other reasons for pain in the back cause economic costs in the amount of about 10 billion euros in Germany each year. The lack of work due to illness could be reduced with the help of a strategic health management. However, studies show that most of the employers are not aware of the enormous potential of workplace health promotion.
„I Take no Stock in Conventional Back Exercise Programmes” - read more
„As if a Pedestrian Should Judge a Car Driving Past“
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[22/07/2009] Teachers and lecturers, but also hotels and restaurants – a lot of persons and objects can be rated via internet. As from 2010, physicians may be next in line since the German health insurance company AOK wants to install a rating portal. Critics fear that doctors could be in the digital pillory that way. „As if a Pedestrian Should Judge a Car Driving Past“ - read more
„We Need to Prevent Conditions like those on American Idol”
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[08/07/2009] Teachers and lecturers, but also hotels and restaurants – a lot of persons and things can be rated via internet. As from 2010 physicians may be next in line since the German health insurance company AOK wants to install a rating portal. Supporters see many advantages for patients in such a website. „We Need to Prevent Conditions like those on American Idol” - read more
„You Can Achieve a Lot Only by Changing Drinks”
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[01/07/2009] 20 years ago type 2 diabetes was unknown in paediatrics. In the beginning of the nineties the first cases of the disease appeared in children and teenagers. Today there are about 500 cases of illnesses in Germany – and the rising trend continues.
„You Can Achieve a Lot Only by Changing Drinks” - read more
„It Is the Extension of the Surgeon”
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[22/06/2009] Robotic minimally invasive surgery slowly captures our operating theatres. Originally developed by the U.S. Army to operate on war victims from afar, they might be increasingly used in thoracic surgery, urology and gynaecology as they promise more precision. „It Is the Extension of the Surgeon” - read more
„In my View, the Shortage of Physicians Is a Chance”
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[08/06/2009] It was eleven years ago, that for the first time the same amount of women as men registered for human medicine in Germany. Meanwhile, 70 percent of all first-year students and 60 percent of all young professionals are female. The change in medical profession demands a rethink. „In my View, the Shortage of Physicians Is a Chance” - read more
„There Is no Wrong Rhythm just a Different One“
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[01/06/2009] They are called owls and larks. The first ones only fall asleep at dawn whereas the latter are already up before sunrise. Recently, researchers have found an explanation inside the brain why the body clock ticks so differently. „There Is no Wrong Rhythm just a Different One“ - read more
„Pocket-Sized Labs are Already Daily Routine for Diabetics”
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[22/05/2009] Minimal area, maximal capacity. That is the aim of lab-on-a-chips-systems, which are also called labs in pocket size. Simple systems of this type are in the marketplace yet. The development for further lab-on-a-chip-systems runs at full speed. „Pocket-Sized Labs are Already Daily Routine for Diabetics” - read more
„None of My Graduates Has Searched For More Than Two Months“
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[08/05/2009] Studying pays off – but which subject to choose? One of the professions that offers bright future prospects even in the long-term in Germany is engineer in medical technology. Apparently, even the crisis cannot change that. „None of My Graduates Has Searched For More Than Two Months“ - read more
„Many Of The Smaller Hospitals Have Potential That Lies Idle“
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[01/05/2009] Boosting medical tourism in Germany – this is the aim of a university project group in Aachen. Three years and a half engineers, together with IT experts and clinics, researched how hospitals could do better in winning over international patients. „Many Of The Smaller Hospitals Have Potential That Lies Idle“ - read more
„The Physician Should Have Blond Hair And Blue Eyes“
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[01/05/2009] For many foreigners, „made in Germany“ is also in the fields of medicine a sign of quality. Especially Arabs and Russians enter Germany to get treatment from a specialist - with somehow different demands regarding the hospital stay than the German patients. „The Physician Should Have Blond Hair And Blue Eyes“ - read more
"It Is just not Possible to Use Screws on the Micro-Level"
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[22/04/2009] Everything is getting ever smaller. But how can experts still join those tiniest parts together? A special field offers a solution - micro-bonding. "It Is just not Possible to Use Screws on the Micro-Level" - read more
„It Is Too Early to Pass a Law“
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[08/04/2009] Surgeons at Helios Kliniken in Germany use a checklist during surgery since 1 April. The WHO developed the surgical safety checklist which is to lead doctors and nurses through the surgery process systematically. By using the checklist surgery should get more safety. „It Is Too Early to Pass a Law“ - read more
“The More Input for the Brain, the Less Phantom Pain“
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[01/04/2009] People looking into the mirror are not necessarily vain. Perhaps they are just doing a therapy against phantom pain. A look into the mirror can trick the uncontrollable aches after amputations in a seemingly easy way.
“The More Input for the Brain, the Less Phantom Pain“ - read more
“Time Operates Against the Patient”
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[01/04/2009] Headache, back pain or toothache. This happens to everybody once in a lifetime. If drugs cannot help a doctor is needed often. However, there are people whose pain remains. “Time Operates Against the Patient” - read more
“No Financial Crisis, rather an Economic Crisis”
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[23/03/2009] The banking crisis has stirred up the markets. The automotive and the chemical industry were hit especially hard. Yet the medical technology companies are so far only concerned marginally. That was at least the result of a poll. “No Financial Crisis, rather an Economic Crisis” - read more
„We Pay Much More Attention to Them Than Before“
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[09/03/2009] In the year 2020, mental diseases might be the second widespread illness, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). They rank among the most expensive illnesses. The health system and the economy have to shoulder this. „We Pay Much More Attention to Them Than Before“ - read more
“Packaging for Seniors Will Be a High Priority Topic for the Future”
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[24/02/2009] By the year 2030 more than one third of the German population will be 60 years old or older. The demand for drugs increases with age but packaging is often unsuitable for use by the elderly. “Packaging for Seniors Will Be a High Priority Topic for the Future” - read more
„More Americans Died Than In The Vietnam War“
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[09/02/2009] Even though negative study results are as important as positive ones for researchers and physicians, they are published much less frequently. It is the patients who bear the partly serious consequences. „More Americans Died Than In The Vietnam War“ - read more
"With Protective Masks and Gloves"
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[01/02/2009] Lots of people think plague belongs to the Middle Ages. In industrial countries the epidemic plague is nearly forgotten, but for many people in developing countries the disease is daily routine.
"With Protective Masks and Gloves" - read more
„In Long Years of Detail Work“
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[01/02/2009] Just as Don Quixote tilts at windmills, so do countries, health organisations, epidemiologists and physicians fight against tiny disease agents. The noble aim: eradicating the pathogens and making them sink into oblivion. They succeed only in the rarest of cases. „In Long Years of Detail Work“ - read more
„If Nothing Changes We Are at the Beginning of a Supply Problem“
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[22/01/2009] Ten years ago in Germany, laws aimed to avert a physician surplus. Now, the tide has turned –especially in many rural areas it has become difficult to find successors for practices of retiring physicians. The situation is so tense that 68-year-old doctors now do not have to return their license which means: physicians work as long as they consider it appropriate. „If Nothing Changes We Are at the Beginning of a Supply Problem“ - read more
„There Is no Need to Outline any Horror Scenarios“
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[08/01/2009] Juice in the head: Neuroprosthetics which are connected to nerve endings in the brain electrically stimulate certain brain regions. Thus, the implants are supposed to reduce the effects of Parkinson’s or to help with depressions or the Tourette syndrome. Nevertheless, many people feel uneasy about the idea that a machine perches in their head possibly influencing their behaviour. „There Is no Need to Outline any Horror Scenarios“ - read more
"You Can't Always Get What You Want"
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[01/01/2009] The quest for supporters of the health fund is like looking for a needle in a haystack. The politicians who were mainly involved in the implementation of the fund refused an interview in unison. Only the statuory health insurancy AOK who is seen as one of the winners of the health fund agrees to an interview. The insurancy, however, does not show enthusiasm about the changes. "You Can't Always Get What You Want" - read more
„Many People Are Losing“
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[01/01/2009] Everybody being insured through compulsory health insurance in Germany now pay the same fee regardless which services are being offered or which ones the clients make use of. This is supposed to be a kind of public solidarity – claims the Federal Ministry of Health. Critics are not so sure about this. „Many People Are Losing“ - read more
„We Want to Achieve Something on the Market “
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[08/12/2008] Growing markets, more and more jobs – these are just two attributes describing medical technology. Making sure that the situation remains like this, the German Federal Ministry for Education and Research (BMBF) supports the innovation potential of the sector with a special competition that honors the winners with an award for innovation. „We Want to Achieve Something on the Market “ - read more
Chelsea Technologies Group Ltd., John Attridge
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[22/11/2008] John Attridge, Life Sciences Director, Chelsea Technologies Group, talks about an on-site rapid diagnostics screening system, designed to detect and identify micro-organisms following a terrorist attack. Chelsea Technologies Group Ltd., John Attridge - read more
Biosystems S.A., Lalbachan Budhai
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[22/11/2008] Lalbachan Budhai from Biosystems, Barcelona (Spain) talks about the opportunities not only to exhibit the new in-vitro diagnostic products but also to meet the company's worldwide partners. Biosystems S.A., Lalbachan Budhai - read more
Pulssar Technologies about high performance pumps
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[22/11/2008] MEDICA.de speaks to Khaled Abousaleh from Pulssar Technologies about high performance OEM piston pumps. Pulssar Technologies about high performance pumps - read more
Australian Government, Milena Bliss
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[22/11/2008] Milena Bliss, Austrade Senior Industry Adviser, talks about the role of the Australian common stand at MEDICA 2008 and the expectation of the Australian exhibitors. The Australian medical device industry has a size of 1.6 billion dollars. Australian Government, Milena Bliss - read more
Fenin and its trade fair attendance
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[22/11/2008] MEDICA.de speaks to Mr. Cèsar Rubio, who is the International Affairs Advisor of FENIN - the spanish federation of healthcare technology companies about their trade fair attendance. Fenin and its trade fair attendance - read more
UK Trade & Investment helps to identify potential partners
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[19/11/2008] Harriet Fear, UK Trade Trade & Investment, helps British Companies to identify potential partners, agencies and distributers worldwide and encourages external investment to the UK. UK Trade & Investment helps to identify potential partners - read more
„A lot of Movement Takes Place on the Market at the Moment“
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[07/11/2008] Rapid Prototyping finds its way on the market for medical technology. It is not anymore just a process that creates prototypes, it is by now a also a process developing end products. The method is promising and nine German research institutes joined - all being engaged in generative manufacturing technologies. „A lot of Movement Takes Place on the Market at the Moment“ - read more
“Health Care Already Is a Real Economic Problem”
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[22/10/2008] The fate of millions of uninsured people will be impacted by the US election on November 4. The health system is one of the running election campaign’s main issues. The Democrat Barack Obama and the Republican John McCain pursue different approaches to long existing health insurance problems in the States. “Health Care Already Is a Real Economic Problem” - read more
Interviews Concerning Innovations
[08/10/2008] Inventions, technologies, devices - something new always happens in the field of medical technology. Experts, researchers and inventors talk about prospects of new treatments and sometimes also their dangers - on MEDICA.de. Interviews Concerning Innovations - read more
„The Patient Must Remain in Charge of Its Data“
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[08/10/2008] A chip - hanging down from the wrist or being inserted in the arm – contains data related to the person or its medical history. This sounds like a futuristic vision but some hospitals in the USA have made it come true. The intention: a better treatment for the patients and more efficient localisation of doctors. In Europe, RFID and health care are connected only in research projects so far. „The Patient Must Remain in Charge of Its Data“ - read more
„Sick Room Should Rather Look Like a Hotel Room“
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[15/09/2008] Germany gets older and older, health care becomes more and more expensive – new structures in care are needed. This is why the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) has tendered the competition „health region of the future“. The aim: regions should elaborate their strengths and thus lead to new concepts in health economy. The best ones will be promoted from 2009 onwards. „Sick Room Should Rather Look Like a Hotel Room“ - read more
Interviews
[12/09/2008] Experts, researchers, decision makers - they all are talking to MEDICA.de and give their opinion on topics concerned with health politics, business and medical innovations. Interviews - read more
Interviews Concerning Health Politics
[12/09/2008] Good health is human's most precious thing. Since that applies to everyone politics concerned with health turn into an interesting, sometimes explosive subject. MEDICA.de speaks with managers, experts and politicians about news from health politics. Interviews Concerning Health Politics - read more
Interviews Concerning Business
[03/09/2008] What happens on the market for medical products - let it be important technologies, national and international business, news from companies. MEDICA.de talks to experts about current developments in health economy. Interviews Concerning Business - read more
"Thin Films Will Be Crucial Functional Components"
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[01/09/2008] Unbelievably thin films cover surfaces and that way change material properties - this idea evolves into a key technology. "Thin Films Will Be Crucial Functional Components" - read more
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