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Integration of DigitalPersona’s Fingerprint Biometrics into ScriptRx Healthcare System

DigitalPersona, Inc., a global provider of authentication and endpoint protection solutions and ScriptRx, a leading provider of touchscreen Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and Discharge Systems for Emergency Rooms and Urgent Care Centers, today announced the integration of U.are.U® fingerprint biometrics from DigitalPersona into the ScriptRx System.

18 May 2010

SBMI Reports Success of Zerona Laser Treatment Device

Santa Barbara Medical Innovations (SBMI) reported that the Zerona body-contouring laser treatment has been done on more than 13,500 patients.

15 May 2010

Garmin-Transitions Cycling Team Compete in Amgen Tour of California Wearing Transitions Lenses

Team Garmin-Transitions, the elite American professional cycling team, is set to compete in the Amgen Tour of California, May 16-23, while wearing the latest, most advanced adaptive lens technology available from Transitions Optical.

15 May 2010

BIOLASE Releases New Animated Episode on Laser Dentistry at CDA 2010

BIOLASE Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: BLTI), the world's leading dental laser company, today announced that it is taking advantage of the large dental audiences at the California Dental Association 2010 CDA Presents Meeting in Anaheim, CA, to formally release a new episode of the animated educational program ToothTales.

14 May 2010

Spectranetics to Showcase Laser Lead Extraction Simulation System at HRS 2010 Exhibit

Spectranetics Corporation (NASDAQ:SPNC) today announced it will showcase a new advanced Laser Lead Extraction Simulation system at the Heart Rhythm Society’s (HRS) 31st Annual Scientific Sessions, Heart Rhythm 2010...

13 May 2010

CEA-Leti Launches TARGET-PDT Project to Improve Photoactive Drug Delivery at Tumor Site

CEA-Leti today announced the launch of the TARGET-PDT project designed to increase the effectiveness of photodynamic therapy (PDT) for treating cancer by developing a novel nano carrier-based approach.

12 May 2010

Insertion of Phakic Intraocular Lenses: Safer Myopia Treatment Than Laser Surgery

A new type of procedure for correcting short-sightedness could be safer than laser eye surgery, according to a new Cochrane Systematic Review. The study also shows that patients prefer the new procedure, despite there being little difference between the two in terms of improving vision.

12 May 2010

MicroLight's Low Level Laser Reduces Post-Operative Downtime in Cosmetic Surgeries

More than 12.5 million cosmetic procedures were performed in 2009 at a cost of $10 billion including 5.1 million reconstructive surgeries such as scar revisions, breast reconstructions, burn care, hand surgeries and correction of birth defects, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

11 May 2010

Olympus Launches New Endoscope Reprocessor

Olympus, a precision technology leader, designing and delivering innovative solutions in medical and surgical products, today announced the launch of the OER-Pro, the fastest technology in automated endoscope reprocessing and the only reprocessor on the market designed by an endoscope manufacturer.

7 May 2010

New Software-Based Microscopic Tool Accelerates Research in Fat-Melting Drugs

Anglers rely on fish finders to help them locate the big catch. Now Tel Aviv University researchers in tissue engineering have developed a "fat finder" that can help scientists accelerate their research into new fat-melting drugs.

7 May 2010