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Meet the medical engineer behind the innovative heart pump that revolutionized cardiac health

Drawing on his fascination with airplane technology, Thorsten Siess, Ph.D., came up with an idea that became the Impella heart pump. Now, 25 years since it entered the market, this groundbreaking device has helped more than 330,000 patients recover from heart injuries.

How Johnson & Johnson is fighting counterfeit medical products

Fake medication and compromised devices are part of a global market that poses a significant threat to the health of patients. Here’s how the company’s Global Brand Protection team helps keep people safe.

What are cataracts?

If you can’t read a screen without jacking up the brightness level or if night driving leaves you seeing fuzzy halos around traffic lights, you may among the 20 million U.S. adults who develops a cataract—the most common cause of vision loss worldwide. Luckily a simple surgical procedure can have you viewing the world in crisp, bright color again. Here’s what to know about cataract symptoms and removal.

6 ways Johnson & Johnson is using AI to help advance healthcare

Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing healthcare—from improving surgical training and procedures to equipping healthcare providers with insights and personalizing care for patients around the world. See how the company is harnessing its extraordinary power.

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Getting in front of cancer

Every year, roughly 2 million people in the U.S. are newly diagnosed with cancer. But a number of scientific breakthroughs—including ones made at Johnson & Johnson—have dramatically changed what kind of prognosis many of these patients will have.

Inside the development of a revolutionary treatment for blood cancers

In 2014, a Johnson & Johnson therapy gained approval for the treatment of a type of B-cell malignancy—increasing survival rates and changing the way scientists approach cancer treatment. These 8 milestone moments tell the transformational story.

“I’m a scientist dedicated to bringing eye-health innovations to the world”

Meet Xiao-Yu Song, Global Head of Research & Development for Vision at Johnson & Johnson, who leads a talented team that creates cutting-edge products addressing vision problems through all stages of life.

How robots are helping personalize knee replacement surgery

Learn the latest about this common procedure and how Johnson & Johnson MedTech is innovating to improve patient outcomes.

“I couldn’t speak, walk or sit.” Inside a rare autoimmune disease that attacks the muscles

Elisa Glass was diagnosed with dermatomyositis, which causes severe muscle weakness throughout the body. For National Myositis Awareness Day, she shares her story.

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Reconnecting the meaning of these two simple words: Health&Care

Johnson & Johnson is restoring the true meaning of healthcare by developing advanced treatments and smarter and less invasive solutions for today’s most complex diseases.

What you need to know about Johnson & Johnson’s 2024 third quarter earnings

Check out this infographic breakdown of the company’s third quarter performance, with highlights from its Innovative Medicine and MedTech businesses.

What is a rheumatic disease?

More than 200 conditions are classified as rheumatic diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and Sjögren’s disease. They tend to affect the joints and connective tissues, causing pain and swelling and impacting quality of life. Here’s what a doctor wants you to know about the different types, symptoms and risk factors—and how Johnson & Johnson is innovating new treatments.