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This article discusses the risks of electrostatic discharge (ESD) in healthcare settings and the new ESDA TR29 guidance document. It outlines causes of ESD, potential hazards like equipment malfunction and data loss, and preventive measures such as static control flooring, proper grounding, and humidity control. The article also describes recommended ESD control programs for healthcare facilities.

Stanford engineers have crafted an incredibly small, wirelessly powered cardiac device that could help lead to smaller medical implants.

Scientists from Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corp have designed a sensor that is can determine the concentration of glucose in a living being using electromagnetic waves.

Scientists from the Institute of Scientific and Industrial Research, Osaka University have successfully created a new differential amplifier that is incredibly light and thin.

Scientists from the University of Houston have created a new type of wearable sensor that is so thin and lightweight, users will forget they're even wearing it.

Engineers from The University of Texas at Austin have created a new type of electronic tattoo that is capable of serving as a heart monitor.

Researchers from the University of California San Diego have created a wearable patch that is capable of providing users with personal cooling and heating.

Scientists at Virginia Tech have found a new way to integrate sensors into personalized 3D-printed prosthetics.

Scientists at the National University of Singapore have created an electronic skin that is transparent and self-healing.

Scientists from Dartmouth University have come up with a new way to recharge medical devices -- using power directly pulled from the human heart.