Community Magazine May 2003

Latest Greatest Injections without needles Imagine a small beeper-like device sitting on a belt full of insulin. Now, add to that picture two thin wires attached to an even thinner patch and you’ve got a needle-free insulin detector plus injection kit. Developed by Pennsylvania State University engi- neers, this ultrasound patch will give diabetics who require insulin a far less painful substitute to hypodermic needles and surgically implanted pumps. The patch works with the newest technology to detect vibra- tions of electric current inside the human body, which, in turn, results in sound waves sending messages to open microscopic channels in the skin thus forcing insulin into the body. This new device, many researches believe, could be adapted to deliver other types of drugs as well. Motosk8s Looking for a better way to get around? Consider this option: motor powered inline skates. This 1.5 h o r s e p o w e r device com- plete with elec- tronic ignition can achieve speeds of up to 35 mph and last for an hour. After that you can cruise along on leg power or stop by a gas station to refuel. Don’t forget to check the oil! Priced from $499 to $599 online at: www.motosk8.com Shabbat’s new look Say goodbye to wine stained hallah covers for- ever. Joining the tradition- al white satin cover on the Shabbat table is the new fine genuine antique leather cover. Trimmed with gold edging and tas- sels and embossed with meaningful phrases and lovely pictures and designs, these hallah covers come in a variety of sizes and styles. With its dark color, these hallah cover always looks clean. The durability of the leather keeps the hallah cover looking crisp and new for many years. Available at Leather Tradition's for around $100