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Concerned father creates app for chronic illness management to help his sons manage Cystic Fibrosis

Genia is an innovative mobile patient support system tailored for young individuals living with cystic fibrosis and other long-term illnesses. It aims to improve health management and enhance communication among patients, their families, and healthcare teams by placing the young person at the center of the decision-making process. The app enables users to track their health data, transforming their experiences into actionable insights that healthcare providers can easily understand, ultimately leading to more personalized care.

Audiologist with hearing loss leads company specializing in hearing loss and tinnitus treatment

Bluewater Hearing & Balance, based in Sarnia, Ontario, has been offering hearing loss and tinnitus treatment since 2004. The clinic provides personalized care through detailed consultations, comprehensive evaluations, and the use of advanced diagnostic tools to better understand each patient’s hearing needs. By combining modern diagnostic testing with digital technologies, they assess both the subjective experiences and clinical results of their patients to create customized treatment plans.

Redefining travel accessibility through JustGo, a Portuguese blog on best practices

JustGo by Sofia is a Portuguese blog managed by Sofia Martins, focused on accessible tourism. It provides detailed information on hotels, restaurants, transportation, and destinations around the world that prioritize accessibility for individuals with reduced mobility.

Emplastrum, a new device for treating skin conditions from home

EmPlastrum represents a significant advancement in the treatment of chronic skin conditions such as eczema, vitiligo, and psoriasis. Traditionally, managing these conditions requires frequent visits to hospitals for phototherapy, a process that can be both inconvenient and costly.

Shruti Gurudanti promotes indigenous mental health through Televëda's Hero's Story Project

Televëda is a dedicated initiative aiming to reduce social isolation and promote community healing, particularly among American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) veterans and Tribal communities. Their project, Hero’s Story, focuses on accessible traditional healing practices to foster connection and support mental health.

Son invents Tempo, a wearable device powered by CarePredict to innovate senior care

CarePredict is a solution born from a personal need when its founder sought better ways to care for his parents ensuring a piece of mind. Since its inception in 2013, CarePredict has aimed to change senior care by identifying patterns in seniors' daily lives that can predict health declines, allowing for early intervention. It’s designed to serve various senior care environments, including assisted living, memory care, independent living communities, and home care settings.

Melanoma researcher and doctor is diagnosed with Glioblastoma and develops a treatment to cure himself

Australian doctor Professor Richard Scolyer was already renowned for his pioneering research in pathology, particularly in the realm of skin cancer, when he received a life-altering diagnosis of glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. Determined to find a treatment for his own cancer, Professor Scolyer embarked on a journey that would not only challenge the boundaries of medical science but also offer hope to countless others facing similar battles.

Hormona: a woman-funded solution for hormone management and health awareness

Karolina Löfqvist went through a tough time dealing with undiagnosed hormone-related problems like weight changes, hair loss, and feeling depressed. Eventually, she found out she had hormone imbalances, including a slow thyroid. This experience led her to found the app known as Hormona in 2019 alongside her friend Jasmine Tagesson, with the goal of helping women with similar issues.

Dental patients create Empident, a platform for people to track their oral health easily

Empident emerged from a recognized need for improved oral health solutions. Originating from the frustration experienced by patients attempting to adhere to dentist recommendations independently, the startup identified prevalent issues within the field.

A mental health advocate and patient launches a website to provide support and resources for those in need

Ana Marta Martins, a 24 years-old Portuguese actress, initiated her venture into mental health advocacy with a focused aim: to establish a supportive platform for individuals struggling with mental health challenges. A few days ago she founded her own website, AMMAR, motivated by her personal encounters with anxiety and a firm commitment to challenging societal perceptions surrounding mental illness.

Former addict David Emanuel Sarabia develops inRecovery, a holistic addiction recovery platform

David, a serial entrepreneur based in California, confronted his own battle with addiction leading him to rehab. Recognizing the need for more effective, data-driven approaches to addiction treatment, he founded inRecovery in 2017.

At its core, inRecovery is dedicated to revolutionizing addiction care through its holistic technology platform. The platform offers personalized support and assistance to individuals struggling with addiction, emphasizing the role of innovative technology in improving treatment outcomes.

Parents and researcher create a device to help new mothers to monitor breastfeeding flow

The genesis of Coro finds its roots in a pivotal moment in the life of Rosanne Longmore, an Irish new mother grappling with the challenge of ensuring optimal nourishment for her newborn, who weighed less than 2.3kg at full term.

Endometriosis patient creates “Below the Belt”, a film addressing the condition and its underdiagnosis issue

Shannon Cohn, a filmmaker who understands first-hand the pain of endometriosis, unveiled "Below the Belt" in 2023, a documentary designed to raise awareness, educate medical professionals, and empower women facing the challenges of endometriosis.

Mother develops BeMe.ai, an app to track and support autistic individuals, their families and care teams

BeMe.ai is a Canadian-Bulgarian based in the U.S initiative dedicated to enhancing the lives of autistic children and their families. The project was founded in 2020 by Sarah Glofcheskie, a mother with firsthand experience in autism caregiving. BeMe.ai is a solution designed to support families and their care teams on their journeys, driven by a deep commitment to address the needs of the Autism community.

Josefa Cortes, friend of breast cancer survivors, invents device to improve education and train in breast self-examination

Josefa Cortes, a Chilean designer, was deeply moved by Jovita's story. Jovita's journey, marked by the missed opportunity to address a breast anomaly in its early stages, left a profound impact on Josefa. She recognized the need for accessible education and tools to empower women to take control of their own health.

City Able - a startup developed by wheelchair users to make cities more accessible

City Able is a Lisbon-based startup dedicated to making cities, companies, and services more accessible. With a particular focus on public transport, the startup works with both public and private entities, including transport companies, city councils and businesses, to improve their accessibility. Although their primary focus is on public transport, they extend their services to other areas, particularly urban planning.

Bruno Amaral, a Multiple Sclerosis patient, collaborates with his team to develop Gregory AI, a research tool to assist in finding breakthroughs in MS research

Bámu Dá Mon, Sebastião Palha's project of deaf advocacy for social inclusion in São Tomé e Príncipe

Beyond literature: Roald Dahl's personal need driving medical innovation

Roald Dahl, the beloved author of children's literature, had a profound interest in medicine, largely fueled by personal family tragedies. His connection to medicine was deepened by the health challenges faced by his son, Theo, and his first wife, Patricia Neal.

Macy Long, a young inventor creates device to aid the visually impaired

Macy Long, a recent graduate from Zane Trace High School, gained recognition for her inventive creation aimed at helping people with visual impairments. Her invention was showcased and celebrated at an international science and engineering fair. What Macy designed is a device that you wear on your wrist. It uses vibrations to let the user know when objects are nearby. The closer you get to an object, the stronger the vibrations become. Essentially, it acts like a virtual white cane, helping people navigate around obstacles.

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