How a smart watch can save your life
Healthcare apps currently account for 4% of all apps, but that figure is set to explode with the advent of wearable tech, in particular, smart watches.
BIOTRONIK announces CE approval, pilot study results for BioMonitor 2
The approval will allow the company to launch its long-term continuous remote monitoring device on the European market in the near future.
Medfusion raises $3M for its patient engagement platform
The company's offering includes a patient-focused revenue cycle offering Medfusion Pay, and consumer mobile app Medfusion Plus, among other things.
Android Wear comes to the iPhone
Not all devices are initially supported, and the choice is limited to several new products, including the LG Watch Urbane, Asus ZenWatch 2 and Huawei Watch.
Kinsa’s Smart Ear Thermometer raising funds at Indiegogo
The device with a companion app goes beyond basic temperature readings to provide symptom tracking and actionable next steps based on key health indicators.
DoD pledges $75M for development of hybrid electronics
Pentagon wants to support such electronics that preserves the full operation of traditional electronic devices on flexible and stretchable circuit boards.
Glooko Office Kiosk launched for in-clinic diabetes care
The package allows users to upload data from popular blood glucose meters, insulin pumps, and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs).
Healthcare providers need to change to properly serve Millennials
Nuance's 3,000-person survey reveals how the healthcare landscape will shift as Millennials become larger consumers of healthcare.
Mouth guard device that monitors health markers in development
The technology is at a proof-of-concept stage, but once ready, it could be used to monitor patients continuously without invasive procedures.
Samsung Gear S2 smart watch announced
The device looks like a regular watch, packing a number of sensors inside, including an accelerometer, gyroscope, heart rate, ambient light and barometer.