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Tag: medicineA new urban network suggests how technology could remake health care. Drugs could be slipped into living cells using a light-sensitive capsule. A step toward letting medical devices communicate. Catching Fake Meds in a Snapshot Two-dimensional bar codes could reduce drug counterfeiting in the developing world. A technique may double the number of lungs available for transplant. Three experts suggest technology policies for the new president. Genetics' Role in Health Disparities Charles Rotimi explains why a more complete snapshot of genetic variation is important. A magnetic sensor system could increase drug compliance. An interesting approach to curbing alcoholism is tested on rats. Catheters fitted with lights could be inserted more easily. A polymer-filled pouch that expands when exposed to blood can quickly halt bleeding. Drugs That Are Easier on the Environment Pharmaceuticals from natural sources could be easier to find and cleaner to make, thanks to a new catalyst. New drugs in clinical trials for muscle-wasting diseases could become the next big thing for athletes. HP Labs has used its inkjet technology to make a micro-needle drug patch. A new device that measures T cells in HIV patients will soon be tested in Africa. |
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