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Robotic surgery
Invented by Computer Motion
Is surgery using mechanical arms controlled by the surgeon and bearing surgical instruments and a camera.
It benefits us by reducing the risk of infection, less trauma to the body, minimal scarring and faster recovery time. -
Bionic prosthetic's
Invented by David Gow.
Are smart limbs that are capable of real-time learning and automatically adjusting to their user’s walking style, speed, and terrain.
It benefits us by helping letting people with an amputee do more day-to-day activities and know how and object feels. -
HIV cocktail
Invented by HARRT.
It is a combination of several drugs
It benefits us by lowering the chances that the virus will become resistant to the treatment. -
Immunotherapy for cancer
Discovered by William B. Coley, He is known as the father of immunotherapy.
It is a type of cancer treatment that boots the body's natural defenses to fight cancer.
This is affecting medicine by helping us come closer to finding a cure for cancer. It also helps stop cancer from spreading to other parts of the body. -
Stem cell research
Scientists discovered this.
They are capable of developing into cells that serve numerous functions in different parts of the body.
This benefits us by treating and understanding diseases. -
Anti- smoking laws
First started by Nazi Germany.
Bans smoking in workplaces and other public spaces.
It benefits us by helping improve the health of workers and the general population. -
Artificial liver
Was invented by Kenneth Matsumura.
It is a biomechanical device typically combining a system of filters to remove toxins from the blood with hepatic cells and tissue.
This benefits us by supporting patients with hepatic failure temporarily until a donor liver becomes available -
Face transplant
Invented by Bernard Devauchelle.
Is a treatment operation for some people with severe facial disfigurement.
They benefit our health by trying to improve the quality of life for a person badly disfigured by facial trauma. -
Molecular breast imaging
Invented by Deborah J. Rhodes and Michael K. O'Conner.
It is a supplemental imaging technology that is designed to find tumors that usually be obscured by surrounding dense breast tissue on a mammogram.
It benefits us by detecting breast cancer and by being able to identify cancer in the early stages. Also, makes it easier to find tumors in dense breast tissue. -
Health tracker apps (MyFitnessPal)
Created by Albert Lee and Mike Lee.
This app specifically tracks diet and exercise to determine calorie intake and nutrients for the user's goals. The app also uses gratification elements to motivate users.
It benefits us by helping us keep in shape.
