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CanGaroo Envelope Now Cleared in U.S. to Protect Implantable Neurostimulators

Aziyo Biologics, out of Silver Springs, Maryland, won FDA clearance for its CanGaroo Envelope to be used with implantable neurostimulators. It has previously been cleared only for encapsulating implantable cardiac devices such as pacemakers and defibrillators. The CanGaroo Envelope is, contrary to what its name may imply, is a porcine extracellular matrix, essentially pig’s tissue with… Read More: CanGaroo Envelope Now Cleared in U.S. to Protect Implantable Neurostimulators »

Navigating tricky relationships during the holidays

Are you counting down the days until you find yourself face-to-face with certain family members or friends who know exactly where your buttons lie and push them, repeatedly? While we all long for an abundance of good cheer, an overflow of ready affection, and easy conversations, handling challenging relationships during the holidays can trip up… Read More: Navigating tricky relationships during the holidays »

'Mission complete': Bush's service dog lies by casket

A photo of George HW Bush’s service dog lying in front of his master’s flag-draped casket proves that a man’s best friend is also a president’s best friend. The Bush family spokesman, Jim McGrath, posted the picture of the yellow labrador retriever called Sully HW Bush on Twitter with the caption: “Mission complete. #Remembering41.” He… Read More: 'Mission complete': Bush's service dog lies by casket »

The Placenta, an Afterthought No Longer

The placenta may be dismissed as “afterbirth,” deemed an afterthought in discussions about pregnancy and even relegated, literally, to the trash bin. But at long last it is beginning to get its due. In the past three weeks, scientists have published three significant studies of this ephemeral organ. One gave a detailed analysis of all… Read More: The Placenta, an Afterthought No Longer »