Wearables

Archive
13 June 2023

STAT Health launches wearable to tackle orthostatic conditions

A new in-ear wearable has been launched by STAT Health to tackle the symptoms of orthostatic conditions, such as dizziness,
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2 May 2023

Lack of shared understanding slowing progress toward hospital at home 

A PA Consulting survey found that 65% of health leaders expect a lack of understanding of healthcare and pathways to slow the
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Smart Watch
29 April 2022

University Hospitals Plymouth pioneers smart watches for Parkinson’s

University Hospitals Plymouth has worked with Plymouth University to pioneer a new way to monitor and care for Parkinson's patients
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1 April 2022

Industry news in brief

Find out about Yorkshire & Humber's first international accelerator, a funding boost for Caterpillar app and workstations on wheels for
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2 February 2021

Using wearables to transform cancer care – and better equip clinicians

Careology is digital platform that uses wearable technology to monitor cancer patients from the comfort of their own home and
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Bigger Picture
25 August 2020

Healthcare insecurity gets personal when you look beyond the big picture

In his latest column, Davey Winder explores why healthcare insecurity is about more than just protecting data, it's about protecting
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28 January 2020

Draft NICE guidelines suggest apps can support behavioural change

Apps, wearable devices and online programmes may help people be more active, manage their weight, quit smoking and reduce alcohol
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27 January 2020

Robotic heart and 3D ‘map’ among finalists for £30m BHF grant

The charities Big Beat Challenge is a global initiative to galvanise researchers and inspire transformational solutions to tackle cardiovascular disease.
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1 November 2019

Wearable blood pressure cuff allows users to track hypertension at home

The wireless cuff is designed to be used in any location alongside an app, OMRONConnect, where users can store their
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13 August 2019

Thousands to benefit from digital tools to tackle Type 2 diabetes

Participants will receive wearables that monitor their levels of exercise, access to health coaches and educational content, online peer support
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