Wearable Patch Measures Cortisol in Sweat

by Bruce Brown | July 23, 2018 | Enabling Tech, General News

Cortisol is a steroid hormone released by the adrenal glands. Often called the “stress hormone,” cortisol levels generally increase when a person is under stress. Measuring cortisol can help diagnose Cushing syndrome, adrenal or pituitary conditions, and...

Google’s Deep Learning Predicts Clinical Outcomes

by Bruce Brown | July 4, 2018 | Enabling Tech, General News

Artificial intelligence’s greatest potential for enriching medical knowledge and improving global healthcare systems arises from its ability to find useful insights inside big data sets. With access to de-personalized electronic health records (EHRs) of patients...

Valencell and Sonion Partner for Biometric Ear Modules

by Bruce Brown | June 29, 2018 | Enabling Tech, General News, Health

Two established health technology companies announced a new partnership to develop biometric sensing ear modules for diverse markets. Denmark-based Sonion and Raleigh, North Carolina-based Valencell will combine their experience and assets in hearing and earphone...

Low-Energy Components Power New Wearables

by Alfred Poor | June 28, 2018 | Enabling Tech, General News

I own a classic Timex watch. It cost me less than $30, and it runs for a few years on a single, inexpensive, coin cell battery. The most difficult aspect of living with this watch is finding someone to change the battery for me when it runs down. This watch tells the...

Workplace Safety With AR-Empowered Wearables

by Bruce Brown | June 26, 2018 | Enabling Tech, General News, Health

In response to the magnitude of workplace dangers and health threats, in 1970 the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC) spun off NIOSH: the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. NIOSH conducts research and recommends ways to prevent...

Amazon Alexa Supports Senior Independent Living [video]

by Bruce Brown | June 14, 2018 | Enabling Tech, General News, Health

It’s still early days for responsive living environments. Amazon Alexa and other voice-activated personal assistants open the door for access to information, services, assistance, and extended independence for the elderly and disabled. People unable to use...