Two centuries after its invention, the stethoscope—the very symbol of the medical profession—is facing an uncertain prognosis. It is threatened by hand-held devices that are also pressed against the ...

For all the advances in medical diagnostics made over the last two centuries of modern medicine, from the ability to peer deep inside the body with the help of superconducting magnets to harnessing ...

It might look like a simple piece of equipment, but the stethoscope is one of the most widely used diagnostic tools out there and a vital addition to any medical kit. Whether you’re a doctor, nurse, ...

A stethoscope can do much more than just check your heartbeat. A new study has found that doctors sporting 'iconic' medical symbols like stethoscope during e-consultations seem to win their patient's ...

The global digital stethoscope market is worth USD 327.64 million in 2025 and is poised to reach USD 570.36 million by 2035, which shows a CAGR of 5.7% over the forecast period. The rising demand for ...

Nurses play a crucial role in any healthcare system, carrying out a variety of tasks that require detailed auditory assessments – from monitoring heart rhythms to examining lung sounds. This ...

There are now two reasons for patients to flinch at the touch of a stethoscope: because it's cold, of course; and because it's covered with germs. A new study from medical researchers reveals that 80 ...