Johns Hopkins, Cincinnati Children’s unveil an app for hydrocephalus patients
Called HydroAssist, the application allows patients to track and view their treatment history; it is available for iOS and Android smartphones.
Runkeeper for Apple Watch now works without an iPhone around
You will need to bring the iPhone along for couple of runs/walks so that the app can calibrate, but after those few times - you are literally free to go/run.
IBM, Carnegie Mellon create open platform to help the blind navigate surroundings
Researchers also unveiled a pilot app that uses existing sensors and cognitive technologies to inform blind people on the CMU campus about their surroundings.
Figure 1 secures $5M for its “Instagram for Doctors” service
The company plans to use the funds to launch in Brazil, and add Brazilian Portuguese, Spanish and Chinese to the list of supported languages.
Coach by Cigna now available for iPhone users
Initially an Android exclusive, the health and fitness application has been downloaded by more than 350,000 users in 15 nations in nine languages.
NavaFit app launched to help users attain their wellness goals
The application is designed to help individuals find others to train with, participate in local fitness and sporting events, and stay motivated.
Popular weight loss app Lose It! comes to the UK and Ireland
The localized version of the mobile application features nutritional information for thousands of British dishes and popular local food brands.
AliveCor Apple Watch app in development
The new offering uses the same technology as smartphone-based AliveECG, relying on a single-lead sensor built into a replacement watchband.
Clue raises $7M Series A for its menstrual tracking app
The new funds will help the popular the company add new product features, hire staff, further push growth and enter more markets.
Noom, CityMD to pilot the S Health app for diabetes prevention
Up to 670 New Yorkers diagnosed with prediabetes will be included in the pilot, which should result in the creation of a novel health program.









