Experts create controllable gastric balloon to aid weight loss
An innovative gastric balloon can inflate and deflate to improve weight loss effectiveness by simulating food intake.
I tried the 299 full-body scan that checks health risks in minutes
Neko Body Scan seeks to revolutionize preventive healthcare by offering comprehensive health assessments without the need for traditional medical interventions.
NY woman receives first fully robotic double lung transplant: 'An unbelievable thing'
Cheryl Mehrkar becomes the first recipient of a fully robotic double lung transplant, showcasing advanced surgical technology and improved recovery outcomes.
Experts create controllable gastric balloon to aid weight loss
An innovative gastric balloon can inflate and deflate to improve weight loss effectiveness by simulating food intake.
I tried the 299 full-body scan that checks health risks in minutes
Neko Body Scan seeks to revolutionize preventive healthcare by offering comprehensive health assessments without the need for traditional medical interventions.
NY woman receives first fully robotic double lung transplant: 'An unbelievable thing'
Cheryl Mehrkar becomes the first recipient of a fully robotic double lung transplant, showcasing advanced surgical technology and improved recovery outcomes.
Oura Ring 4 announced: sleeker design, updated sensors and redesigned app
The Oura Ring 4 significantly enhances health tracking with improved sensors and features, set in a more durable design.
Apple Watch spookily predicts flu DAYS before symptoms start
Apple Watch's new Vitals app can predict illnesses like flu and Covid before symptoms appear using health data monitoring.
The Apple Watch Has a Whole New Look
Apple Watch 10 introduces sleep apnea detection and a new design but lacks hypertension tracking due to legal constraints.
Apple Watch continues to evolve with health features and stylish designs, appealing to various user needs.
AirPods and Apple Watches Will Soon Come With More Health Features
Apple is integrating advanced health features into its devices, including sleep apnea detection with the Apple Watch and hearing aid functionality with AirPods Pro 2.
Apple Watch Vitals app predicts colds, flu, COVID days before they hit, users claim
Apple Watch's Vitals app can detect early signs of illness, providing alerts before users feel symptoms.
I tried a blood-pressure monitoring watch, and it was surprisingly accurate (when it worked)
Nearly half of US adults have hypertension; only 25% manage it well. Home tracking and new tech can help improve this statistic.
Oura Ring 4 announced: sleeker design, updated sensors and redesigned app
The Oura Ring 4 significantly enhances health tracking with improved sensors and features, set in a more durable design.
Apple Watch spookily predicts flu DAYS before symptoms start
Apple Watch's new Vitals app can predict illnesses like flu and Covid before symptoms appear using health data monitoring.
The Apple Watch Has a Whole New Look
Apple Watch 10 introduces sleep apnea detection and a new design but lacks hypertension tracking due to legal constraints.
Apple Watch continues to evolve with health features and stylish designs, appealing to various user needs.
AirPods and Apple Watches Will Soon Come With More Health Features
Apple is integrating advanced health features into its devices, including sleep apnea detection with the Apple Watch and hearing aid functionality with AirPods Pro 2.
Apple Watch Vitals app predicts colds, flu, COVID days before they hit, users claim
Apple Watch's Vitals app can detect early signs of illness, providing alerts before users feel symptoms.
I tried a blood-pressure monitoring watch, and it was surprisingly accurate (when it worked)
Nearly half of US adults have hypertension; only 25% manage it well. Home tracking and new tech can help improve this statistic.
Level Zero Health is working on a potentially life-changing device for hormone health | TechCrunch
Level Zero Health aims to develop a continuous hormone monitoring device, potentially transforming hormone health similar to CGMs for diabetes.
Tricorder-like device concept envisions a futuristic portable health scanner - Yanko Design
Smartphones and wearables can track health but lack the specialized features of dedicated health devices, indicating need for innovation in portable health technology.
Startup Canada Announces Startup Global Pitch Competition 2024 Winners
Startup Canada announced winners of the 2024 Startup Global Pitch Competition, featuring innovative startups focused on healthcare, sustainability, and technology.
Level Zero Health is working on a potentially life-changing device for hormone health | TechCrunch
Level Zero Health aims to develop a continuous hormone monitoring device, potentially transforming hormone health similar to CGMs for diabetes.
Tricorder-like device concept envisions a futuristic portable health scanner - Yanko Design
Smartphones and wearables can track health but lack the specialized features of dedicated health devices, indicating need for innovation in portable health technology.
Startup Canada Announces Startup Global Pitch Competition 2024 Winners
Startup Canada announced winners of the 2024 Startup Global Pitch Competition, featuring innovative startups focused on healthcare, sustainability, and technology.
Oura valued at $5B following deal with medical device firm Dexcom | TechCrunch
Oura received a $75 million investment from Dexcom, integrating glucose monitoring with their smart rings to enhance user health insights.
Finnish smart ring maker OURA secures 71M investment; now valued at 4.7B+ - Silicon Canals
ŌURA secures $75M funding from DexCom to enhance metabolic health through data integration, providing insights on lifestyle choices related to glucose levels.
Oura valued at $5B following deal with medical device firm Dexcom | TechCrunch
Oura received a $75 million investment from Dexcom, integrating glucose monitoring with their smart rings to enhance user health insights.
Finnish smart ring maker OURA secures 71M investment; now valued at 4.7B+ - Silicon Canals
ŌURA secures $75M funding from DexCom to enhance metabolic health through data integration, providing insights on lifestyle choices related to glucose levels.
The Oura Ring 4 has slimmer sensors, increased accuracy, and more sizes
Oura Ring 4 features a significant redesign for improved accuracy and signal pathways, enhancing health tracking capabilities.
New algorithm boosts accuracy and battery life, promising a better user experience than previous models.
Zepp App 9 With Exertion Score, New Features Available for Amazfit Users
Zepp App 9 optimizes fitness tracking and planning for Amazfit users by introducing features that cater to personal health metrics and readiness levels.
The Oura Ring 4 has slimmer sensors, increased accuracy, and more sizes
Oura Ring 4 features a significant redesign for improved accuracy and signal pathways, enhancing health tracking capabilities.
New algorithm boosts accuracy and battery life, promising a better user experience than previous models.
Zepp App 9 With Exertion Score, New Features Available for Amazfit Users
Zepp App 9 optimizes fitness tracking and planning for Amazfit users by introducing features that cater to personal health metrics and readiness levels.
FDA approves some Apple AirPods to be used as hearing aids
Apple's Hearing Aid Feature for AirPods Pro 2 will offer accessible home hearing aid functionality to millions with mild to moderate hearing impairment.
Think of the New Apple AirPods and Watch As Medical Devices
The iPhone 16 is an incremental upgrade with features that may help revive Apple’s iPhone sales.
Hands-On with the First FDA-Approved OTC Hearing Aid Software Device: Apple's AirPods Pro 2 Transform Accessibility - Yanko Design
Apple's Hearing Aid Feature for AirPods Pro 2 provides accessible and customizable hearing support without the need for professional fitting.
How Apple just changed hearing aids forever - and the lives of those who need them
Apple's new update will transform devices into hearing aids, revolutionizing access to hearing assistance.
FDA OKs Apple's AirPods Pro 2 as hearing aids
Apple's AirPods can now be marketed as affordable over-the-counter hearing aids following FDA approval, challenging the high-cost traditional hearing aid market.
FDA approves Apple's new hearing aid feature for AirPods Pro 2
The FDA approved Apple's Hearing Aid mode, enhancing accessibility and affordability for millions with hearing loss.
FDA approves some Apple AirPods to be used as hearing aids
Apple's Hearing Aid Feature for AirPods Pro 2 will offer accessible home hearing aid functionality to millions with mild to moderate hearing impairment.
Think of the New Apple AirPods and Watch As Medical Devices
The iPhone 16 is an incremental upgrade with features that may help revive Apple’s iPhone sales.
Hands-On with the First FDA-Approved OTC Hearing Aid Software Device: Apple's AirPods Pro 2 Transform Accessibility - Yanko Design
Apple's Hearing Aid Feature for AirPods Pro 2 provides accessible and customizable hearing support without the need for professional fitting.
How Apple just changed hearing aids forever - and the lives of those who need them
Apple's new update will transform devices into hearing aids, revolutionizing access to hearing assistance.
FDA OKs Apple's AirPods Pro 2 as hearing aids
Apple's AirPods can now be marketed as affordable over-the-counter hearing aids following FDA approval, challenging the high-cost traditional hearing aid market.
FDA approves Apple's new hearing aid feature for AirPods Pro 2
The FDA approved Apple's Hearing Aid mode, enhancing accessibility and affordability for millions with hearing loss.
Samsung Health app update lets you view your medical records, track your medications and food
Samsung Health app now integrates health record access, medication management, and food tracking features for a comprehensive health management experience.
Medical record tracking comes to Samsung Health
Samsung Health now provides users with access to their medical records and personalized health recommendations.
Samsung's Galaxy Devices Can Help You Track Your Medication
Samsung India introduces a medication tracking feature in Galaxy devices that improves health management for users.
Samsung Health app update lets you view your medical records, track your medications and food
Samsung Health app now integrates health record access, medication management, and food tracking features for a comprehensive health management experience.
Medical record tracking comes to Samsung Health
Samsung Health now provides users with access to their medical records and personalized health recommendations.
Samsung's Galaxy Devices Can Help You Track Your Medication
Samsung India introduces a medication tracking feature in Galaxy devices that improves health management for users.
These Smart Glasses Will Read Your Emotions, Watch What You Eat
Emotional measurement through AI faces challenges due to cultural differences, neurodiversity, and inherent uncertainties in interpreting facial expressions.
The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 10/14/24
Significant startup funding activity indicates investor confidence in various sectors, totaling $1.3B with notable contributions from Glooko and others.
Products of the Week: Huckberry Boots, Staub Cookware and Supreme Jerseys
The article highlights notable collaborations in fashion and gear, including J.Crew x Engineered Garments and Danner x Huckberry, showcasing innovation and quality.
Daniel Buser honored at Harvard School of Dental Medicine - Harvard Gazette
The dental implant field has seen significant advancements in technology and techniques over the past 40 years, improving patient outcomes and success rates.
They're expensive but there's value in red and blue LED light masks | Sali Hughes on beauty
LED facial masks are widely considered safe and effective by dermatologists, offering anti-ageing benefits and treatment for conditions like acne and rosacea.
Flatpack coffins and robot dogs: patents applications show UK inventions of 2023
UK inventors registered nearly 6,000 patent applications in 2023, showcasing a variety of innovative products addressing health and environmental concerns.
WHO approves first mpox test for quick diagnosis
WHO approves first rapid mpox diagnostic test to combat rising global cases.
New PCR test enables immediate detection, critical for tackling mpox outbreaks.
Urgent need for testing and vaccination amidst increasing mpox cases in Africa.
I tested a 600 ear-zapping device - and it boosted my memory by 80%
The Nurosym vagus nerve stimulation device may significantly enhance short-term memory and provide a range of health benefits by stimulating the vagus nerve.
Exclusive: Synex founder, once detained at the border with a 80-pound magnet, is building portable MRIs to test glucose
Synex Medical is developing a portable MRI for non-invasive glucose testing, potentially revolutionizing diabetes care.
Apple Watch Series 10 announced with bigger screen and thinner design
The Apple Watch Series 10 features significant upgrades that enhance its role as a health and fitness tool.
FDA approves Apple Watch sleep apnea detection tool
Apple Watch now detects sleep apnea risk, promoting proactive health monitoring.
Apple Watch blood oxygen detection won't be available on the Series 10 in the U.S. | TechCrunch
Apple's Series 10 watch lacks the blood oxygen feature in the U.S. due to a patent dispute with Masimo, raising questions about its hardware or software status.
New health features like sleep apnea detection are part of Apple's push towards enhanced wearable health tech despite the absence of the blood oxygen feature.
Why the Apple Watch Series 10 Blood Pressure Feature May Have Been Delayed
Apple Watch Series 10 introduces sleep apnea detection but omits blood pressure monitoring due to design issues during testing.
Wear OS watches might soon have an edge when it comes to blood oxygen
Masimo is partnering with Google and Qualcomm to bring its biosensing technology to Wear OS smartwatches, impacting competition with Apple.
Apple Watch gets FDA approval for new sleep apnea detection
Apple's sleep apnea detection feature on WatchOS 11 has FDA approval for safety and effectiveness.
Apple Watch Series 10 announced with bigger screen and thinner design
The Apple Watch Series 10 features significant upgrades that enhance its role as a health and fitness tool.
FDA approves Apple Watch sleep apnea detection tool
Apple Watch now detects sleep apnea risk, promoting proactive health monitoring.
Apple Watch blood oxygen detection won't be available on the Series 10 in the U.S. | TechCrunch
Apple's Series 10 watch lacks the blood oxygen feature in the U.S. due to a patent dispute with Masimo, raising questions about its hardware or software status.
New health features like sleep apnea detection are part of Apple's push towards enhanced wearable health tech despite the absence of the blood oxygen feature.
Why the Apple Watch Series 10 Blood Pressure Feature May Have Been Delayed
Apple Watch Series 10 introduces sleep apnea detection but omits blood pressure monitoring due to design issues during testing.
Wear OS watches might soon have an edge when it comes to blood oxygen
Masimo is partnering with Google and Qualcomm to bring its biosensing technology to Wear OS smartwatches, impacting competition with Apple.
Apple Watch gets FDA approval for new sleep apnea detection
Apple's sleep apnea detection feature on WatchOS 11 has FDA approval for safety and effectiveness.
Every Member of 23andMe's Board Except the CEO Just Resigned in Disgust
The board of directors of 23andMe resigned due to disagreements over the company's strategic direction and the CEO's management decisions.
Dreams of the East Elevens
Jeri struggles with malfunctioning health technology and faces bureaucratic challenges in accessing necessary medical refits.
Meet the bluetooth speaker of air purifiers
Portable air purification technology is becoming increasingly necessary due to deteriorating air quality and health concerns.
Gut check: Can this company's microbiome tests improve your health?
Viome offers personalized health insights by analyzing individuals' microbiomes, aiming to improve health outcomes through tailored dietary and supplement recommendations.
What Should Be the AI Industry's Top Focus? 5 Leaders Weigh in on the Next Year
AI development should prioritize ethical considerations to ensure it does no harm, akin to a medical Hippocratic oath.
When are the new Apple Watches coming out? What to know and where to preorder
Apple has launched the Apple Watch Series 10, featuring a larger display, faster charging, and sleep apnea detection.
Apple debuts iPhone 16, Watch Series 10, assorted AirPods
Apple's latest product lineup emphasizes health-centric features, particularly in the new Apple Watch and AirPods, underlining the company's commitment to improving user lives.
When are the new Apple Watches coming out? What to know and where to preorder
Apple has launched the Apple Watch Series 10, featuring a larger display, faster charging, and sleep apnea detection.
Apple debuts iPhone 16, Watch Series 10, assorted AirPods
Apple's latest product lineup emphasizes health-centric features, particularly in the new Apple Watch and AirPods, underlining the company's commitment to improving user lives.