Abstract: In at least one example, a medical device is provided. The medical device includes at least one therapy electrode, at least one electrocardiogram (ECG) electrode, at least one acoustic sensor, and at least one processor coupled with the at least one acoustic sensor, the at least one ECG electrode, and the at least one therapy electrode. The at least one processor can receive at least one acoustic signal from the at least one acoustic sensor, receive at least one electrode signal from the ECG electrode, detect at least one unverified cardiopulmonary anomaly using the at least one electrode signal, and verify the at least one unverified cardiopulmonary anomaly with reference to data descriptive of the at least one acoustic signal.

Abstract: The electronic identification system provides two-way communications between reader and tags using alternating magnetic fields established by the reader and tag. Communication is accomplished by utilizing either a one-step or a two-step modulation process in which the information to be communicated either modulates an alternating magnetic field directly or modulates a periodic signal which modulates an alternating magnetic field. The coil in the reader that is used to establish an alternating magnetic field is transformer-coupled through capacitors to a push-pull driving circuit consisting of four field-effect transistors connected in a bridge arrangement. The coil, capacitors, and coupling circuitry are maintained in a tuned condition by continually adjusting either the driving frequency, the coil inductance, or the capacitor capacitance during communications.

Abstract: An herbal preparation for relief of sleep apnea contains lobelia and/or lobelia extract material acting as a respiratory stimulant in combination with meadowsweet to reduce nausea. Optional but preferred materials also include thyme to increase pleural activity, together with chamomile and cramp bark to facilitate relaxation.

Abstract: A method for treating musculoskeletal problems by applying a topical composition to a skin surface adjacent the musculoskeletal problem, the topical composition consisting essentially of herbal extracts in a water based synthetic gel and periodically repeating the step of applying as necessary for treatment of the musculoskeletal problem. The water based synthetic gel consists of water, Vitamin C, a carbomer, an antifungal, an anti-oxidant, a buffer and a chelate and zero alcohol. The herbal extracts are blends of the following herbs: St. John's Wort, White Willow, Yarrow, Poke, Lavender, Arnica, Comfrey, Devil's Claw, Witch Hazel, Celery Seed, Peppermint and Rosemary.

Abstract: The electronic identification system provides two-way communications between reader and tags using alternating magnetic fields established by the reader and tag. Communication is accomplished by utilizing either a one-step or a two-step modulation process in which the information to be communicated either modulates an alternating magnetic field directly or modulates a periodic signal which modulates an alternating magnetic field. The coil in the reader that is used to establish an alternating magnetic field is transformer-coupled through capacitors to a push-pull driving circuit consisting of four field-effect transistors connected in a bridge arrangement. The coil, capacitors, and coupling circuitry are maintained in a tuned condition by continually adjusting either the driving frequency, the coil inductance, or the capacitor capacitance during communications.

Abstract: The electronic identification system provides two-way communications between reader and tags using alternating magnetic fields established by the reader and tag. Communication is accomplished by utilizing either a one-step or a two-step modulation process in which the information to be communicated either modulates an alternating magnetic field directly or modulates a periodic signal which modulates an alternating magnetic field. The coil in the reader that is used to establish an alternating magnetic field is transformer-coupled through capacitors to a push-pull driving circuit consisting of four field-effect transistors connected in a bridge arrangement. The coil, capacitors, and coupling circuitry are maintained in a tuned condition by continually adjusting either the driving frequency, the coil inductance, or the capacitor capacitance during communications.

Abstract: An herbal preparation for relief of sleep apnea contains lobelia and/or lobelia extract material acting as a respiratory stimulant in combination with meadowsweet to reduce nausea. Optional but preferred materials also include thyme to increase pleural activity, together with chamomile and cramp bark to facilitate relaxation.

Abstract: A method for combating bacterial infections affecting the gastrointestinal system of humans and animals is provided. The method is achieved by diagnosing a bacterial infection affecting the gastrointestinal system and periodically administering a dosage of concentrated aqueous pure ionic silver colloid to maintain a high level of pure ionic silver in the area to be treated over a period of time.

Abstract: A method and composition for treating herpes zoster varicella and related afflictions is provided. The method is achieved by diagnosing an individual affected with the herpes varicella zoster virus or related afflictions and applying a medicine to the affected area. The medicine comprises anti-viral proteins of a pokeweed plant.

Abstract: A method and composition for treating herpes zoster varicella and related afflictions is provided. The method is achieved by diagnosing an individual affected with the herpes varicella zoster virus or related afflictions and applying a medicine to the affected area. The medicine comprises anti-viral proteins of a pokeweed plant.

Abstract: A method for combating bacterial infections affecting the gastrointestinal system of humans and animals is provided. The method is achieved by diagnosing a bacterial infection affecting the gastrointestinal system and periodically administering a dosage of concentrated aqueous pure ionic silver colloid to maintain a high level of pure ionic silver in the area to be treated over a period of time.

Abstract: A device and method for treating an illness or infection in the repiratory tract of a body is provided. The device administers an antimicrobial mist directly to the tissues to be treated, which coats the tissues in the respiratory tract where the infection is colonizing. The administration of the mist is reapplied in order to maintain a predetermined antimicrobial tissue density concentration of a uncompounded silver colloid suspended antimicrobial substance for a predetermined time period.

Abstract: A portable, self-contained hand-held device for treating an illness or infection of tissue of a body is provided. The device comprises an integrally mounted metal ion source contactable with the tissue with an antimicrobial substance on at least a portion of the metal ion source. A conducting surface is contactable with the user. An automatically controlled and modulated field electrically is connected to the metal ion source and the conducting surface with the control system creating an electric field between the metal ion source and the conducting surface through the body wherein the antimicrobial substance is ionized upon application of the electric field thereby profusing the substance into the infected tissue. In another embodiment, a bandage is provided for adhering to the skin of the user.

Abstract: A device and method for treating an illness or infection in the repiratory tract of a body is provided. The device administers an antimicrobial mist directly to the tissues to be treated, which coats the tissues in the respiratory tract where the infection is colonizing. The administration of the mist is reapplied in order to maintain a predetermined antimicrobial tissue density concentration of a uncompounded silver colloid suspended antimicrobial substance for a predetermined time period.

Abstract: The electronic identification system provides two-way communications between reader and tags using alternating magnetic fields established by the reader and tag. Communication is accomplished by utilizing either a one-step or a two-step modulation process in which the information to be communicated either modulates an alternating magnetic field directly or modulates a periodic signal which modulates an alternating magnetic field. The coil in the reader that is used to establish an alternating magnetic field is transformer-coupled through capacitors to a push-pull driving circuit consisting of four field-effect transistors connected in a bridge arrangement. The coil, capacitors, and coupling circuitry are maintained in a tuned condition by continually adjusting either the driving frequency, the coil inductance, or the capacitor capacitance during communications.

Abstract: A device for maintaining antisepsis of embedded devices with a body is provided. The device comprises a housing having a first active surface and a second active surface with the housing being sized and shaped for being received within the body. The first active surface and the second active surface are contactable with the tissue and bodily fluids. A metal antimicrobial substance is attached to at least a portion of the first active surface and the second active surface. A control system is electrically connected to the first active surface and the second active surface of the housing for creating an electric field between the first active surface and the second active surface through the body with the electric field ionizing the antimicrobial substance thereby profusing the substance into the tissue.

Abstract: The coil in the reader that is used to establish an alternating magnetic field is transformer-coupled through capacitors to a push-pull driving circuit consisting of four field-effect transistors connected in a bridge arrangement. The coil, capacitors, and coupling circuitry are maintained in a tuned condition by continually adjusting either the driving frequency, the coil inductance, or the capacitor capacitance during communications. A tag utilizes a coil to couple with the reader's alternating magnetic field and a capacitor to resonate the coil, thereby extracting power from the field more efficiently. Transformer coupling of the coil and capacitor is utilized for improved impedance matching. The coil, capacitor, and coupling circuitry can be maintained in a tuned condition by continually adjusting either the coil inductance, or the capacitor capacitance during communications. Certain configurations of the system may require that tuning maintenance be discontinued during the transmission of data.

Abstract: A device for treating an illness or infection in the respiratory tract of a body is provided. The device administers an antimicrobial mist, which coats the tissues in the respiratory tract where the infection is colonizing.

Abstract: Method and device for detecting life-threatening pneumothorax caused by air in the thoracic or chest cavity by passive auditory detection using an array of transducers placed on the patient's chest and operatively connected to a data processing unit. The unit is programmed to filter out sounds not in the harmonic of the bubbling air associated with a pneumothorax. In addition to passive auditory detection ultrasound techniques and radio active gas detection, are shown to be used.

Abstract: A motor control apparatus for controlling a motor is provided. The motor has an output power stage and a relay allowing power to be connected to the output power stage. The apparatus comprises a microprocessor providing a PWM cycle delivered through a capacitor to a transistor. The microprocessor activates the transistor for a first predetermined amount of time during the PWM cycle causing the relay to actuate the output power stage thereby driving the motor. A detection mechanism within the microprocessor for detecting a fault in the main output transistor. The circuitry disengages the relay from the output power stage thereby causing the motor to cease being driven.