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MEDICA 2010: Balance report - Absolutely healthy in Düsseldorf

Probably the most valuable thing we have remains our health, and that is also why sales can be generated on the topic of health. Very aware of this, representatives of the “getting healthy and staying healthy” industry traveled to Düsseldorf to the MEDICA, the world's largest medicine trade fair.  MEDICA 2010: Balance report - Absolutely healthy in Düsseldorf - read more

Exhibitor Statements 2010

How do the exhibitors experience the MEDICA, were they able to make new contacts for example? We visited them at their booths and met people who praised the very special atmosphere of the Dusseldorf fair. Enjoy reading! Exhibitor Statements 2010 - read more

MEDICA 2010: Concluding Statement by MEDICA Project Director Horst Giesen

The Project Director of MEDICA, Horst Giesen, is very satisfied with MEDICA 2010. He gives a resumé about the medical technology trade fair and how the highlights have been perceived. MEDICA 2010: Concluding Statement by MEDICA Project Director Horst Giesen - read more

Quality surgical blades and more - Kehr Surgical

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

The New Man - Spares from the laboratory

In the case of small injuries and diseases the human body is able to regenerate itself. Not so in the case of damaged organs – here a organ transplantation is the last resort. Because donor organs are rare, physicians research at biomaterials, which can replace the human tissue. From the hip joint to synthetic hearts: to grow new tissue is no longer sorcery.  The New Man - Spares from the laboratory - read more

International Pavilions at MEDICA 2010

As the world's largest exhibition for the medical industry, MEDICA attracts visitors and exhibitors from all over the world. An important part of the fair are therefore the exhibition pavilions of the country representatives.  International Pavilions at MEDICA 2010 - read more

Visitor Statements 2010

What attracts visitors to MEDICA, what topics do they find particularly interesting? We asked the visitors.  Visitor Statements 2010 - read more

Emergency Medicine: In The Case of An Emergency Event

In an emergency only seconds decide over life and death. State-of-the-art technology allows quick and effective performance of emergency physicians and thereby increases the survival chances of patients. Research and medicine work hand in hand on small and mobile devices. Emergency Medicine: In The Case of An Emergency Event - read more

Measuring temperature without skincontact - American Scientific Ressources

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

MEDICA 2010: German Chancellor Merkel at the trade fair

One of every ten euros of the gross domestic product is gained through health care. It is therefore no wonder that German Chancellor Angela Merkel paid a visit to the world's largest medical trade fair MEDICA in Duesseldorf. Also present was the Minister of health Dr. Philipp Rösler, who prepared for the upcoming tasks at the Hospital day which runs parallel to the fair. MEDICA 2010: German Chancellor Merkel at the trade fair - read more

MEDICA 2010: Inside the halls

Two days of MEDICA are over. We strolled throught the halls and collected the most interesting events for you. MEDICA 2010: Inside the halls - read more

Plasters manufacturing machine: Speedex AC

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

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

COMPAMED 2010: Impressions

In these days 560 Exhibitors from 37 nations are filling the halls 8a and 8b of Düsseldorf TradeFair. The COMPAMED-Exhibitors present their variety of products on an area of more than 10.000 m². There is a lot to see: to give you some impressions, we made a video for you. COMPAMED 2010: Impressions - read more

MEDICA 2010: Preview

There are situations in life where a strong electric shock can save human lives. Patients with myocarditis are at risk of at first losing consciousness due to ventricular fibrillation and then, without prompt treatment also possibly losing their lives. Defibrillators might be able to prevent worse things from happening. MEDICA 2010: Preview - read more

Spring seal products meet bioburden requirements - Bal Seal Engineering

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

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

Product Highlights at MEDICA 2010

More than 4500 exhibitors show their products and innovations at the world's largest medical technology trade fair in Dusseldorf. In our gallery you can see, which highlights have attracted our attention this year. Product Highlights at MEDICA 2010 - read more

Change with the times to provide high quality - Wipro

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

How the blind are able to see again

Alone in Germany approximately 7000 patients a year are waiting for a donor cornea. Now there is new hope! A plastic implant helps blind people to see again. The prosthesis is especially aimed to help the so-called Ultima-Ratio-patients for whom conventional therapies are absolutely hopeless. How the blind are able to see again - read more

Hybrid Operating Rooms

Now there are operating rooms for cardiacs that combine the latest surgical and cardiological technology. So-called Hybrid Operating Rooms.  Hybrid Operating Rooms - read more

MEDICA 2010: Opening Day

Today MEDICA has opened its gates for the next four days in Düsseldorf. Have a look at the trade fair on the first day and listen to MEDICA visitor comments. MEDICA 2010: Opening Day - read more

Physical fitness is important for quality of life - HUR fitness equipment

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

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Wearable Technologies – Entering a new age of health supply with innovative technology

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

Predicament in Care - Is the society prepared to take care for the elderly?

( Source: MEDICA-tradefair.com )

[30/09/2010] Our society is aging rapidly: In 2050 the average age of the German population will increase to around 50 years, every third person will be 65 and older. Are we well equipped for the future of an aging society? And how long will elderly care be affordable? Predicament in Care - Is the society prepared to take care for the elderly? - read more

Medicine in the womb

( Source: MEDICA-tradefair.com )

[01/09/2010] Doctors medicate and operate unbred children more and more frequently. Very often they save lives, which have been without any chance yet. But some operations put mother or child at risk. What do expectant mothers and medical practitioners think about advantages and risks of prenatal diagnostics? Medicine in the womb - read more

Additives in food: All chemistry?

( Source: MEDICA-tradefair.com )

[13/08/2010] How dangerous are additives really? They can be found in almost all food: Additives are intentionally added in food, especially as flavour enhancer, aromatic additives, artificial colors and preservatives. Additives in food: All chemistry? - read more

Films for Medical Device Packaging - Sealed Air

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

The Future of Integrated Health Care, Ergonomidesign

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

Product Highlights at COMPAMED 2010

In halls 8a and 8b you will find highlights of the accompanying exhibition COMPAMED. The latest developments in the field of medical technology will be presented here. Product Highlights at COMPAMED 2010 - read more