HealthAugust 29, 2026

electromedical

ih-LEK-troh-MED-ih-kuhl

Definition

Pertaining to equipment that uses electrical power to diagnose, treat, or monitor medical conditions.

Etymology

This word is a compound formed by combining the Greek 'elektron' (amber, the source of electricity) with the Latin 'medicus' (physician or healing).

In the news

The article mentions that the health secretary was specifically ordered to ensure the availability of modern electromedical devices to improve hospital safety and patient care standards.

PIMS Tragedy: Health Secretary Removed Over Repeated Failure to Inspect Hospitals

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