‘Smart’ textile patch could soon replace EKGs, developers claim
By
Aaron Dorman
Jun 29, 2023
A new patch made out of nanomagnets and conductive yarn could have a variety of applications, including cardiovascular monitoring, its creators say.
US surgeon general announces national plan to fight ‘loneliness epidemic’
May 02, 2023
Loneliness can lead to pain, depression and shorter life spans in older adults and can impact sleep, inflammation and the immune system in younger adults.
Technology-use changes essential to reducing loneliness ‘epidemic,’ surgeon general warns
By
John O'Connor
May 05, 2023
Reforming digital environments can help reduce a loneliness epidemic that disproportionately affects the elderly, according to US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, MD.
Second major AI study from NY hospital to look at links between sleep apnea and heart disease
By
Aaron Dorman
Mar 11, 2024
A research project at Mount Sinai will look at how AI can evaluate the ability for CPAP devices to help with sleep apnea and heart disease.
Smartphone sensor detects ‘micro-vibrations’ in the heart to monitor for disease
By
Aaron Dorman
Jan 26, 2024
A new heart health tool uses built-in smartphone capabilities to allow anyone to check their heart by laying their phone on their chest.
An AI tool trained on imperfect data readings could be the perfect heart disease screener, researchers...
By
Aaron Dorman
Jul 28, 2023
AI tools for heart disease could be trained on “noisy” EKGs to simulate the kind of messy data readings a wearable would generate.
Tech can help measure paces for seniors with heart issues, but doesn’t supply the final step: long-term...
By
Aaron Dorman
Sep 28, 2023
New studies indicate devices can help residents stay fit and avoid heart emergencies, but motivation may need to come from caregivers.
New Fitbit platform aims to help people manage chronic conditions
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 20, 2018
Fitbit announced the launch of a new platform for employers, health systems and healthcare plans on Wednesday.
Text messaging improves cardiovascular risk factors
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 29, 2015
Semi-personalized text messages helped improve low-density lipoprotein cholesterol levels, blood pressure, body mass index and smoking status in people with coronary heart disease, according to a new study.
Light-powered pacemaker uses optic fibers to control heart rhythms, researchers show
By
Aaron Dorman
Feb 26, 2024
A new lightweight, light-powered pacemaker tool could provide a minimally invasive way to regulate proper heart function, researchers show.