May 31, 2022 – After years going on and off medications for occasional asthma symptoms, things went downhill for Brian Blome in November 2020. The retired carpenter started feeling short of breath and wheezing during bike rides. At home, he struggled with chores. “I was having a hard time climbing a flight of stairs, just … Read more
April 27, 2022 – Every day, vital information about your health is flushed down the toilet – literally. Bowel movements contain a veritable treasure trove of biomarkers that can uncover a wide array of conditions, from things you lack in your diet to deadly diseases, including COVID-19. “Assessing fecal matter can help doctors detect certain … Read more
New Delhi: Healthcare Sector Skill Council in collaboration with Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) will establish Center of Excellence (CoE) for developing specialised training programmes to train the healthcare workforce for smart technology in healthcare. The CoE would also facilitate the research and support establishment of skill hubs in collaboration with the healthcare … Read more
Hyderabad: Healthnet Global has launched a smart in-patient room automation system – AutoMaid, a one-stop solution for all in-patient needs via mobile app and voice commands. It features an AI-powered triaging system that enables the continuous and accurate monitoring of a patient’s respiratory rate, heart rate and other clinical parameters without coming in contact with … Read more
Mumbai: Integrated pharmaceutical solutions provider ACG has introduced an innovative product that connects production machines at any facility and stores the relevant information on a single platform digitally. This data can be viewed over the web on any device with a secure connection by individuals having authorized access to the information. The technology can provide … Read more
Oct. 7, 2021 — How young is “too young” for Instagram? Since news broke that Instagram was developing a platform for kids, the idea has been highly debated. “Instagram Kids” is being designed for kids ages 10 to 12 years old and will feature parental controls, no advertisements, and other child safety features, according to … Read more
Your home is getting smarter. For just about every question you have about your health and how to manage it, there’s a device that can answer it. A smart bed monitors your sleep quality and patterns and adjusts to your movements. A smart refrigerator tells you when your milk has gone sour, and if you … Read more
Your doctor isn’t the only one calling the shots about your health. You’ve got a say, too, especially when it comes to the medicines you take. “You play a big role in creating your treatment plan,” says Wanda Filer, MD, former president of the American Academy of Family Physicians. “You know your medical history, … Read more
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, Sept. 24, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Maybe you’re a senior concerned that your mind has started to lag a bit. Or maybe you’re a college student looking for an edge in your classes. Either way, a new study warns that you should seriously reconsider taking any over-the-counter supplement that … Read more