Ralph Lauren’s PoloTech smartshirt launching on August 27th
The smartshirt features silver fibers to give the most accurate readings on a number of parameters, including heart rate, steps taken, calories burned and more.
ZocDoc raises $130M for a valuation of $1.8B
The company will use the funds to invest in developing products that sit on top of ZocDoc's core marketplace and extend beyond its scheduling capability.
Yoogaia raises $3M seed to expand its home fitness platform
The company offers live online yoga classes via its web platform, as well as other fitness instruction - charging a monthly subscription fee for its service.
Ground Rounds raises a $55M for its physician-patient matching service
One of the company's services, Grand Rounds Opinions lets patients get a second opinion from some of the top specialists around the country.
Sony’s SmartBand 2 with heart rate monitor officially unveiled
The updated device comes with integrated heart rate monitor; it will start selling in black and white this September for around €119 ($132).
ŌURA smart ring available for pre-order for $199 through Kickstarter
The ring works with a companion app that provides users with actionable recommendations on how they can improve their sleep and adjust daily activities.
Interview with BoardVitals’ co-founder and CEO Dan Lambert
The company helps physicians prepare for medical boards, (re)certification exams, and in-service exams, offering high-yield content in over 30 specialties.
WellDoc, Samsung and OTN launch a pilot for patients with type 2 diabetes
The program will include a minimum of 300 people living with type 2 diabetes who will receive a prescription of BlueStar-S from their healthcare provider.
Owlet Baby Care secures $7M for its Smart Sock baby monitor
Launching this fall, the Owlet Baby Monitor tracks an infant's vital signs like heart rate and oxygen levels to alert parents if their baby stops breathing.
Smart inhaler maker Adherium raises $25.6M in an IPO
The New Zealand-based company got $3 million from AstraZeneca with which it recently signed a long-term commercialization agreement.









