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This new wristband could change how you monitor blood pressure at home

A new wearable wristband has hit the market, that pairs with an FDA-cleared blood pressure cuff to help people with hypertension track blood pressure trends throughout the day. Early data suggest that frequent engagement with the device may be associated with lower blood pressure, likely because it encourages healthier habits and greater awareness of readings. Jordana Cohen, MD, MSCE, an associate professor of Renal Electrolyte and Hypertension, said the technology is promising for monitoring patterns and supporting lifestyle changes, but cautioned that the wristband itself is not FDA-cleared to diagnose or treat high blood pressure. She added its readings should complement, not replace, validated blood pressure cuffs and medical care.

James R. Urbaniak, master of stitching back fingers, dies at 90

Duke University’s James R. Urbaniak, MD, was a pioneer in the field of microsurgery and developed new and lasting ways to treat traumatic injuries such as severed fingers, hands, and limbs. Among his accomplishments was the first surgical reattachment of a thumb. “I think he was probably the greatest orthopedic microsurgeon of our time,” said L. Scott Levin, MD, chair emeritus of Orthopaedic Surgery and a professor of Plastic Surgery. (Photo by Duke University Medical Center Archives)

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