A majority of smartwatch users are making a critical mistake
Smartwatches can save lives. It certainly did the trick for my colleague, Nirave Gondhia, who detailed his journey of having a heart attack at the age of 33, and how…
The brain-computer interface revolution is just getting started
Whether it’s jacking into the Matrix or becoming a Na’avi in Avatar, connecting brains to computers is a science-fiction trope that I never thought I’d see become a reality. But…
Your Android phone just got an update that could save your life
Joe Maring / Digital Trends When you’re in an emergency, every second matters. And if you already have your health information on your phone, it’s going to be even easier…
Apple Reportedly Wants Vision Pro to Diagnose Mental Health Disorders
Image: Justin Sullivan (Getty Images) As Apple continues to struggle with what exactly to do with its overpriced Vision Pro, discussions behind the scenes reportedly included using the mixed-reality headset…
Apple Shows Off Watch Series 9 With a New Gesture: Double Tap
Sit down and strap in for Apple’s next selection of wearables. Apple’s big “Wonderlust” event Tuesday gave a look at the company’s latest smartwatch: a second-gen Apple Watch Ultra again…
Amazon expands its virtual healthcare service across the U.S.
Amazon Amazon is expanding its Clinic healthcare platform to all 50 U.S. states, plus Washington D.C. Amazon Clinic launched in November 2022 to help people seek medical help for more…
Over a Billion People Predicted to Be Living With Diabetes by 2050, Study Finds
Diabetes cases are likely to skyrocket over the next few decades, new research out this week has found. The study estimates that more than a billion people worldwide will be…
New Trial Data Is Strongest Yet for Any Experimental Alzheimer’s Drug
New clinical trial data released by Eli Lilly on Wednesday has provided the most promising results of any potential Alzheimer’s disease treatment yet. In a randomized, double-blinded, controlled phase III…
Stay Away From These Flour Products, Unless You Crave Salmonella
A popular brand of flour appears to be the culprit behind a nationwide outbreak of Salmonella bacteria. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is warning the public to stay…
CDC Looking Into Possible Increase of Rare Brain Infections in Children
There may be a rise in concerning brain infections afflicting U.S. children. Hospitals and public health officials in some areas have documented higher than expected numbers of pediatric brain abscesses…