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Genevieve Domingo

Ginger.io turns cell phone activity into health tracking tool to spot depression - 0 views

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depression mobile app dashboard analytics

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  • Genevieve Domingo on 06 Apr 14
     
    Ginger.io is developing a mobile app for the Mood Matters Project that will help doctors better understand people who are suffering from depression.  If eligible to take part in the Mood Matters Project, the participant will answer surveys everyday in his/her smartphone that will be sent through Ginger io's mobile app.  I think this is a very interesting way to gain a bit more understanding of the behavioral patterns of depressed people in a non-clinical setting.  
crystal franciosi

Assembly of nano-machines mimics human muscle - 1 views

www.sciencedaily.com/...121023100940.htm

Will this technology be used to one day replace prosthesis?

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  • crystal franciosi on 24 Oct 12
     
    I don't know if this applies to this group but - holy cow - it was fascinating! It relates to innovative technology and the human body so I thought I'd include it here. I love all forms of biology and this article talks about creating nanomachines to mimic what the protein molecules do in our bodies. Our cells are like mini machines in their functionality, can you imagine duplicating this with our muscles - only synthetically, with machines? This technology will lead to the development of artificial muscles! This is unbelievable and a bit scary at the same time.
syrrius

Medtronic MiniMed 670G | diaTribe - 1 views

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diatribe health wellness apps mobile technology diabetes

shared by syrrius on 12 Dec 16 - No Cached
  • The FDA Approves Medtronic’s MiniMed 670G Hybrid Closed Loop System
  • the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Medtronic’s MiniMed 670G hybrid closed loop insulin pump and more accurate Guardian continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) sensor, Guardian Sensor 3. 
  • the 670G will reduce time at dangerous high and low blood sugar levels, improve time-in-range, reduce glucose variability, bring much greater nighttime safety and target morning blood sugars, and reduce diabetes hassle. The 670G is not a “cure” and still requires some user effort (see below), but it is a very welcome advance that will make insulin therapy safer and easier for many people with diabetes – and potentially greatly improve their control. 
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  • Many companies are working on similar automated insulin delivery products – Animas, Tandem, Insulet, Bigfoot, and others – meaning several options should exist for people with diabetes in the coming years. A special mention goes to JDRF and the tremendous vision and commitment of Jeffrey Brewer and Dr. Aaron Kowalski for pioneering this approach back in the early 2000s.
  • syrrius on 12 Dec 16
     
    My Fiance received a smiliar model, the 630G, last week. This is a huge improvement from the older model she was wearing! I'm excited for her and her safety as the technology advances to help people with Type 1 Diabetes to live a more normal life.
bellissima

How Will Life Change if No One Forgets Anything? - 1 views

www.slate.com/...uture_without_forgetting_.html

technology health apps education

shared by bellissima on 24 Apr 16 - No Cached
  • bellissima on 24 Apr 16
     
    According to a recent study, memory's sharpness deteriorates earlier than we presumed: Forty-five is the new mental 60. Fortunately, there are practical ways to enhance mental agility: exercise, healthy diet, sufficient rest, learning new things. Increasingly, technology will play an important role in preserving cognitive function.
Genevieve Domingo

Nike Failed. Now Only Apple Can Save Wearables | Business | WIRED - 0 views

www.wired.com/...apple-iwatch-nike-fuelband

Nike wearables Apple

shared by Genevieve Domingo on 22 Apr 14 - No Cached
  • Genevieve Domingo on 22 Apr 14
     
    Rumors have been swirling for months that Apple is planning on launching its very own health wearable device dubbed as the iWatch. After Nike's failed attempt at developing a wearable that would/could be fully embraced by consumers, there are reports that Nike has scrapped further plans of developing its Fuelband but instead will focus on how its own products can be integrated with the iWatch. Wearables are slowly gaining popularity and for those of us who have been waiting for a wearable that captures more metrics than the ones currently out in the market, this article confirms that there are better ones being developed.
Zach Miller

Where will HIT security be in 3 years - 0 views

www.healthcareitnews.com/...e-will-hit-security-be-3-years

shared by Zach Miller on 05 May 14 - No Cached
  • Zach Miller on 05 May 14
     
    This is an interesting article about Healthcare Information Technology, where its going and some of the many challenges that HIT professionals face.
Eric Jordan

A look at Meaningful Use - 0 views

www.cdc.gov/...introduction.html

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  • Eric Jordan on 25 Apr 13
     
    For anyone interested in the details of the HITECH act delivered with The American Reinvestment & Recovery Act or ARRA this is a great resource. This page does a nice job describing the details and drivers behind the bill and need for change. It currently contains links to PDF Meaningful Use final rules white papers for Stage 1 and Stage 2. When stage 3 is complete it will be posted here as well.
Carlene Flynn

Health care - 2 views

Hi Gail, I'll start here and see what happens. What changes have you seen in technology that have made improvements in your practice? In my everyday life I see changes in devices that help manag...

started by Carlene Flynn on 23 Oct 12 no follow-up yet
jbnorton

SmartMat - the interactive yoga mat - 0 views

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health technology wellness apps fitness

shared by jbnorton on 06 Dec 16 - No Cached
  • jbnorton on 06 Dec 16
     
    Okay, while I find this mat slightly professionally intimidating, the idea is a good one. While still in pre-production, the makers of the SmartMat raised over $300K in their initial crowdsourcing - overshooting their goal of $110,000. The mat has sensors and connects to your smartphone, giving you individual feedback about alignment. I don't think it will replace highly trained, professional yoga teachers, but it's a great idea.
syrrius

Echocardiogram - Echo - 1 views

www.heart.org/...---Echo_UCM_451485_Article.jsp

health wellness technology cardiomyopathy echocardiogram

shared by syrrius on 12 Dec 16 - No Cached
  • Echocardiogram - Echo
  • What is an echocardiogram?An echocardiogram (echo) is a test that uses high frequency sound waves (ultrasound) to make pictures of your heart. The test is also called echocardiography or diagnostic cardiac ultrasound.
  • Quick factsAn echo uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart’s chambers, valves, walls and the blood vessels (aorta, arteries, veins) attached to your heart.A probe called a transducer is passed over your chest. The probe produces sound waves that bounce off your heart and “echo” back to the probe. These waves are changed into pictures viewed on a video monitor.An echo can’t harm you.
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  • Why do people need an echo test?Your doctor may use an echo test to look at your heart’s structure and check how well your heart functions.The test helps your doctor find out: The size and shape of your heart, and the size, thickness and movement of your heart’s walls.How your heart moves.The heart’s pumping strength.If the heart valves are working correctly.If blood is leaking backwards through your heart valves (regurgitation).If the heart valves are too narrow (stenosis).If there is a tumor or infectious growth around your heart valves.The test also will help your doctor find out if there are: Problems with the outer lining of your heart (the pericardium).Problems with the large blood vessels that enter and leave the heart.Blood clots in the chambers of your heart.Abnormal holes between the chambers of the heart.
  • Cardiomyopathy
  • syrrius on 12 Dec 16
     
    A description of an Echocardiogram, which essentially takes live pictures of the heart in its entirety. I recently underwent this procedure this year to monitor the thickness of my left ventricle as I have Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. I undergo this annually. My Left Ventricle is thicker than it should be and it could lead to a permanent closure stopping the flow of blood if not monitored / treated.
syrrius

Continuous Glucose Monitoring | CGM | Medtronic Diabetes - 1 views

www.medtronicdiabetes.com/...continuous-glucose-monitoring

diabetes health wellness mobile technology CGM Continuous Glucose Monitoring Medtronic

shared by syrrius on 12 Dec 16 - No Cached
  • Continuous Glucose Monitoring With Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM), you get a more complete picture of your glucose levels, which can lead to better treatment decisions and better glucose control.
  • What Is Glucose Monitoring? Without diabetes, your body tracks glucose levels all day and night to ensure the right amount of insulin is released at the right time. To successfully manage diabetes, a monitoring system is needed to consistently check your glucose levels. The most common glucose monitoring solutions are blood glucose meters and continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems.
  • CGM is a way to measure glucose levels in real-time throughout the day and night. A tiny electrode called a glucose sensor is inserted under the skin to measure glucose levels in tissue fluid. It is connected to a transmitter that sends the information via wireless radio frequency to a monitoring and display device. The device can detect and notify you if your glucose is reaching a high or low limit. The latest Medtronic CGM systems can actually alert you before you reach your glucose limits.
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  • Does CGM Replace Fingersticks? It is recommended that you calibrate CGM systems with fingersticks 3–4 times per day for optimal glucose sensor accuracy. CGM does require at least 1 fingerstick blood glucose reading every 12 hours to calibrate the CGM sensor1.
  • CGM Components CGM systems usually consist of a glucose sensor, a transmitter, and a small external monitor to view your glucose levels. MiniMed insulin pumps have built-in CGM so the information can be conveniently seen on your pump screen. The CGM monitor or insulin pump is small, discreet, and easy-to-wear. It can be attached to your belt, hidden in your pocket, or placed under your clothing. This component will show your current glucose levels and your historical glucose trends. It also notifies you before you reach your low or high glucose limits and if your glucose level rises or falls too quickly. The CGM transmitter is a small, lightweight device that attaches to the glucose sensor, gathers your glucose data, and sends it wirelessly to the glucose monitor unit. The Medtronic transmitter is waterproof and can be worn while swimming, bathing, or showering without worries. The glucose sensor is inserted under the skin to check glucose levels in tissue fluid. The glucose sensor has a small adhesive (sticky) patch to hold it in place for a few days and then it must be replaced with a new sensor. The glucose sensor is inserted with a needle, which is removed after the glucose sensor is in place. The most common place to wear a glucose sensor is in the abdomen. The glucose sensor is easily inserted under the skin using an insertion device. A sensor is placed into the insertion device, and with a push of a button the glucose sensor is inserted quickly and easily.
  • syrrius on 12 Dec 16
     
    An overview of the Continuous Glucose Monitoring System by the Medtronic Company.
  • syrrius on 12 Dec 16
     
    The Continuous Glucose Monitoring System is an additional mechanism to help monitor Blood Glucose Levels and Patterns of a user via their Insulin Pump.
jbnorton

Savor Health: Personalized Oncology Nutrition - 0 views

savorhealth.com

health wellness nutrition education

shared by jbnorton on 10 Dec 16 - No Cached
  • jbnorton on 10 Dec 16
     
    This site is very user-friendly, and helps people with a cancer diagnosis eat well through a variety of resources. There are nutrition guides, FAQs about a wide range of subjects, and recipes. For those unable to cook for themselves, they will provide healthy prepared meals (delivered via FedEx) after a personal consultation with a registered oncology dietitian.
terrellt1983

Is Refined Sugar Really Toxic? - 1 views

chriskresser.com/is-refined-sugar-really-toxic

health wellness

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  • terrellt1983 on 24 Apr 16
     
    I have heard many opinions about refined sugars. I try to stay away from such sugars and I am personally terrified of artificial sweeteners. I prefer organic sugars which are brown in color. This article provides some good evidence that refined sugars are not major toxins ready to kill us. Refined sugars are in soooo much or what we eat, and the amount of sugars in certain things such as soda will shock you (just google ("demonstration measuring cup of sugar in soda"). The basic rule for all things is to use everything in moderation. Of course too much of one thing is bad. But I can't help but think of the times when I would literally craze for something sweet.... to the point when I would feel anxious and slightly crazed.
Wendy Phillips

Electronic health tools may decrease in-person physician visits - 0 views

www.sciencedaily.com/...131104162346.htm

technology health apps

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  • Wendy Phillips on 05 Feb 14
     
    An analysis of recent trends in digital health care and a review of the scientific literature suggests patients' future use of physician services will change dramatically as electronic health records and consumer e-health "apps" proliferate.
Wendy Phillips

LetsMove.gov - 0 views

www.letsmove.gov

health wellness nutrition fitness children education obesity

shared by Wendy Phillips on 10 Mar 14 - Cached
  • Wendy Phillips on 10 Mar 14
     
    Let's Move! is a comprehensive initiative, launched by the First Lady, dedicated to solving the challenge of childhood obesity within a generation, so that children born today will grow up healthier and able to pursue their dreams. The website includes sections on nutrition, physical fitness, as well as tips and step-by-step guides for parents and schools.
Moon Sarker

The Benefits of a Chiropractor - 0 views

lifesalignment.com/benefits-chiropractor

benefits chiropractor

shared by Moon Sarker on 22 Dec 13 - No Cached
  • Moon Sarker on 22 Dec 13
     
    We believe what the 13th century poet, Rumi, had to say: "You already have the precious mixture that will make you well. Use it" What is Chiropractic? What truly differentiates doctors of chiropractic from any other healthcare professionals is the fact that chiropractors are the only professionals who are trained to diagnose and treat what are called spinal subluxations.
Genevieve Domingo

About Open Payments - Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services - 0 views

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  • Genevieve Domingo on 18 Mar 14
     
    The CMS website provides information as it pertains to the new Sunshine Act that went into effect in 2013. The law requires certain industries to report payments made to physicians and encourage transparency. Data gathered by the CMS will be published on the website and can be accessed by the public.
Grant Shooter

http://techcrunch.com/2012/01/01/healthtech-2012/ - 0 views

6 Big Health Tech Ideas that will Change Medicine in 2012

started by Grant Shooter on 13 Dec 13 no follow-up yet
ablackmon303

Samsung and Mybitat Working to Enhance Quality of Life for Seniors - 0 views

mhealthwatch.com/lity-of-life-for-seniors-25541

seniors technology App

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  • ablackmon303 on 03 May 15
     
    Samsung Electronics and Mybitat have announced plans for developing a smart home solution which will aim to help keep seniors in their homes longer, keeping their independence.
rogerbmurray

Microneedles Breakthrough Brings 3M One Step Closer to Introducing New Alternative Drug... - 0 views

www.businesswire.com/...ngs-3M-Step-Closer-Introducing

Health technology pharmaceutical

shared by rogerbmurray on 31 Jan 15 - No Cached
  • rogerbmurray on 31 Jan 15
     
    The advancement of microneedles by 3M and their partnership with pharmaceuticals to allow the tool for in-home use. This will give difficult to deliver medicines the ability to be self-administered and become more effective.
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