HEALTH TECH

Jan 07 2025HEALTH

The Future of Fitness: Withings' Omnia Smart Mirror

At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2025, Withings introduced the Omnia, a smart mirror that doubles as a health tracker. This sleek device offers a comprehensive health assessment by scanning your body and collecting data from various health metrics. It’s like the fitness gadgets you’ve seen bef

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Jan 06 2025TECHNOLOGY

Smart Mirror Omnia: Your Health in a Reflection

Ever dreamed of a mirror that can tell you more about your health than just how you look? Withings' Omnia mirror is here to make that dream a reality. This futuristic device doesn't just show you your reflection; it provides a comprehensive health check-up. By combining data from Withings' connected

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Dec 27 2024HEALTH

The Voice of Patients in Rare Disease Treatments: What's Considered in NICE Decisions?

Patient organizations play a crucial role in health technology assessments (HTAs), particularly for ultra-rare diseases. But how much do their inputs really matter? A recent study dug into 15 NICE appraisals from January 2022 to August 2024. They found that patients mainly talked about the disease i

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Dec 21 2024HEALTH

Staying on Track: Mobile Health and Antiretroviral Therapy

These days, mobile health or mHealth technologies are super popular. But guess what? We don't know much about how these apps and tools help people with HIV who also deal with substance use disorders. The big question is: Which mHealth system features can really make a difference in keeping these fol

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Dec 12 2024HEALTH

Digital Health Companies: Scaling Up in a Regulated World

Digital health technologies (DHTs) have surged over the last decade, boosted by advancements like electronic health records and the COVID-19 pandemic. More funding and regulatory backing have also fueled this growth. Yet, many DHT companies hit roadblocks when trying to expand. For instance, Pear Th

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Oct 21 2024TECHNOLOGY

Brain-Tracking Headphones: Gimmick or Game-Changer?

Ever wished you could track your focus like you do your heart rate? Master & Dynamic's MW75 Neuro headphones promise just that, using EEG sensors to monitor your brain waves. But do they really help? Let's dive in. These headphones were born from a partnership between Master & Dynamic and Neurable.

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Sep 17 2024LIFESTYLE

Reviving Childhood Freedom: A Path to Better Mental Health

As we navigate the complexities of modern childhood, it's essential to acknowledge the profound impact of our built environment on kids' mental health. Dr. Vivek Murthy, the US surgeon general, has sounded the alarm on the crisis of youth mental health, and experts like Jonathan Haidt and Peter Gray

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Sep 15 2024TECHNOLOGY

Biohealth Breakthrough: Wisconsin Secures $7. 5 Million Grant to Fuel Innovation

The Wisconsin Biohealth Tech Hub has just received a major boost in the form of a $7.5 million grant from the Joint Committee on Finance. This funding will support a contract between BioForward, the leader of the Wisconsin Biohealth Tech Hub, and the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation. But w

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Sep 11 2024HEALTH

The Healthcare Evolution: Americans Open Up About Their Concerns

Are Americans finally feeling more comfortable talking to their doctors about their health concerns? A recent survey suggests yes, but not without some lingering anxieties. What if this comfort is just a facade, and there are still substantial concerns lurking beneath the surface? Take a closer look

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Sep 10 2024HEALTH

Apple's New Health Features: A Closer Look

At its recent 'Glowtime' event, Apple unveiled a slew of new health monitoring features across their product line. While the integration of health tech is nothing new, Apple has taken it to the next level by providing clinically relevant data and insights that could actually make a difference in pe

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