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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Young woman stabbed in RJ begins to breathe without the aid of devices, says mother

Alana Anísio Rosa, a 20-year-old woman from São Gonçalo, Brazil, who was severely injured in a stabbing incident, has started breathing without medical assistance after being hospitalized since February 6.

Feb 22 • 21:40 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Vice President Creates Commission for Centralized Acquisition of Medicines

Ecuador's Vice President María José Pinto has established a national technical commission for the centralized procurement of medical supplies and devices through the Ministry of Health.

Feb 19 • 22:09 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Studies indicate that medical devices may contain plastics with bisphenol

Research suggests that bisphenol A (BPA), a toxic substance found in many plastics, may still be present in medical devices despite global bans.

Feb 18 • 18:53 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Zlín Hospital Acquires More Modern MRI and CT Scanners; New Devices Capture Images in Greater Detail

Zlín Hospital has upgraded its medical imaging capabilities by acquiring modern MRI and CT scanners that provide more detailed images of the body.

Feb 13 • 14:32 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Cash-strapped French hospitals appeal to public to help fund medicines, devices

French hospitals facing financial difficulties are seeking public support to fund essential medical supplies and services.

Feb 13 • 14:25 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Problematic Devices and Doctor Flight. The Regional Authority is Addressing a Healthcare Crisis

The regional authority in Czechia is addressing a healthcare crisis characterized by problematic medical devices and a shortage of doctors.

Feb 12 • 10:45 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

"Blood Sprayed in All Directions!" How Artificial Intelligence Turned an Operation into a Nightmare

The article discusses the integration of artificial intelligence in medical devices and its potential drawbacks, highlighting a troubling incident involving a device by Johnson & Johnson's Acclarent.

Feb 11 • 22:01 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

How to Make Apple Watch Heart Rate Readings More Accurate?

Apple Watch heart rate sensors have increased accuracy to 98%, comparable to specialized medical devices, benefiting heart patients and athletes in monitoring their heart rates.

Feb 11 • 07:42 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Mexico bets on more investment and local suppliers in medical devices

The Mexican government, in collaboration with Baja California and Chihuahua, aims to accelerate investments in the medical devices sector by fostering local supplier development and technology transfer.

Feb 10 • 21:51 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

"Blood sprayed everywhere!" Artificial intelligence turned the operation into a nightmare

The integration of artificial intelligence in medical devices has led to increased incidents of patient injuries, raising concerns among regulatory bodies about safety and oversight.

Feb 10 • 13:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

With the use of AI in surgeries, failures and unsuccessful procedures become more frequent

The incorporation of AI into surgical devices has led to a significant increase in reports of malfunctions and patient injuries, raising concerns about the safety of such technology in medical procedures.

Feb 10 • 01:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

When Artificial Intelligence Enters Surgery: Mistakes, Injuries, and 'Confused' Organs

The integration of artificial intelligence in surgical procedures has led to significant concerns over device malfunctions and patient injuries, highlighting the potential risks in this technological advancement.

Feb 9 • 16:57 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

"Nothing Played in Our Favor to Save Him." The Device Failed, the Patient Died

The article discusses a tragic incident in which a device's malfunction led to a patient's death, highlighting systemic issues that may have contributed to the outcome.

Feb 9 • 05:40 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

Former Chief Physician of National Cancer Center Acquitted: 'No Intent to Bribe' - Tokyo District Court

A former chief physician of the National Cancer Center was acquitted by the Tokyo District Court, which stated there was no intent to commit bribery related to receiving payments from a medical device manufacturer.

Feb 6 • 07:37 UTC
🇯🇵 NHK News (JP)
Crime & Justice

Former Chief Doctor of National Cancer Center Acquitted of Bribery Charges Related to Medical Devices

A former chief doctor at the National Cancer Center's East Hospital in Kashiwa, Chiba Prefecture, was acquitted by the Tokyo District Court of bribery charges for receiving cash in exchange for using medical devices from a Tokyo manufacturer during surgery.

Feb 6 • 06:38 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

These are the main health variables measured by wearables (and their use)

The article discusses how wearables, while not medical devices, collect various health data that can help users understand their bodies and detect health trends early.

Jan 14 • 04:30 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

HALMED Temporarily Suspends Distribution of Five Types of Eye Drops

The Croatian Agency for Medicinal Products and Medical Devices (HALMED) has announced a temporary halt in the distribution of five specific eye drop products due to safety concerns.

Jan 1 • 13:06 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

Temporary suspension of distribution of these medicines

JGL is temporarily suspending the distribution of specific eye drop medications at the request of the Agency for Medicines and Medical Devices (HALMED).

Jan 1 • 08:43 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

New law 2026. The President of UOKiK and trade inspections have a new tool against entrepreneurs

The new legislation effective from January 3, 2026, empowers regulatory bodies in Poland to oversee and enforce compliance among businesses dealing with non-food products, excluding medical devices and feed.

Dec 30 • 04:48 UTC

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