Category: Technology & Devices
3-D tech reduces pain, boosts accuracy in dental surgery
The use of 3-D technology has expanded to medicine, especially in dentistry, helping to maximize accuracy in surgery while reducing pain. In the past, the most developed method of putting in dental implants was cutting into the gums after looking […]
Stimulating the nerves to treat chronic pain
MALAYSIA – The good news is, as a generation, we are living longer and healthier. We can afford to eat healthily and live more balanced lifestyles than our forefathers, who had to work tirelessly. But with advancements in health also […]
Single blood test may now detect all types of cancer
Now, a simple blood test may help determine whether the genetic mutations associated with pancreatic cancer exist, thanks to a new research. This appears possible following the discovery that tiny particles the size of viruses called ‘exosomes,’ which are shed […]
Cure your baldness with new laser helmet
A new laser helmet developed by Apira Science Engineers can help balding people. Hair loss is one of the common problems among all of us. The most common type of hair loss is related to both genetic and hormonal make […]
The shower of the future cuts water waste to almost nothing
Showering is fun, but it does rack up the water bill. The average family goes through 40 gallons of water a day in the shower. We’ve come across a few ways to monitor and manage showers recently, including this simple […]
Coconut Oil hailed as ‘Miracle’ dental breakthrough, deadly bacteria killer
Looking for an alternative to toothpastes loaded with sulfates and other toxic ingredients such as fluoride? Mainstream science has now fully recognized the ‘miracle’ powers of coconut oil to not only combat tooth decay and drastically improve overall mouth health, […]
Israeli researchers crack mechanism behind persistent bacteria
JERUSALEM- Researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem said that they have made a major breakthrough in deciphering the mechanism by which some bacteria are able to survive antibacterial treatment. While some bacteria achieve resistance to antibiotics through mutation, other […]
Are we really ready for smart socks?
Heapsylon seems to think so and is getting ready to launch its Sensoria Fitness Socks, which can do everything a fitness tracker can do and more. The socks in question, which are packed full of sensors but can thankfully be […]
New device stops you from dozing off
We all occasionally find ourselves dozing off at inconvenient moments, but a new wearable device claims to be able to put an end to untimely sleepiness by measuring alertness and nudging the user awake if necessary. Vigo is a headset […]
Selfie click to check cholesterol levels
Scientists have developed a new device which enables your smartphone’s camera to read your cholesterol level instantly — by simply clicking a selfie. The gadget eliminates the need for clumsy home cholesterol-testing devices. Cornell University engineers claim the Smartphone Cholesterol […]
