UWW310 Technology & Health

Being in the post menopause state, this article helped me to understand more about what my body is lacking and the best way to get hormones replaced specifically for my genetic amkeup.

Instead of having technology be the reason to keep us from activities and exercise , we use technology at home and in the workplace to increase physical activity

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.

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.

This article shows the advancement of technology in medicine, assisting a young man who has a chip implanted in his brain gain control of his arm with the use of a computer.

Wow. Now this is awesome. I love inventions and scientific leaps that would bring miracles to people's lives.

Approved for commercial use by the FDA in 2000, the DaVinci robotic system might not be new to you, but it appears to be gaining popularity in some areas of the country. A demo was set up in this mall allowing patrons to sit in the Captain's chair of this amazing machine.

Wow this is scary haha. Im not sure if I could agree to have a robot perform surgery on me..... but I would be unconscious anyway so I guess I could get over it.

If you haven't heard of OpenNotes please check it out: https://youtu.be/oqi6AeMcjtw. The movement proposes that doctors open their personal notes so patients can read what they have to say about their individual health.

I like this idea. I have had a doctor who uses 'My Chart' but I have seen the website for someone who has it. It is nice to have such information accessible especially when it is about us!

This is an incredible piece of technology that allows a paralyzed man to generate movements in his otherwise disabled arm/hand using only his thoughts! The electrodes attached to him actually pick up the signals created from his brain and reroute them around the damaged part of his spine to be received through the muscles in his arm. It's absolutely incredible!

Times are changing right before our eyes. Think Fitbits are all the rage? How about a pair of contact lenses that can track your blood sugar level? Google is working on it right now! A new world of "wearables" is on its way and they are looking to do far more than simply record and aggregate our behaviors. Check out this article for more detail.

Quell is a wearable intensive nerve stimulation. This new technology is 100% drug free and cleared by the FDA for the management of chronic pain.

Breast thermography is getting closer attention as an alternative to traditional mammography. It's a quick, painless test without exposure to radiation and can offer earlier detection of breast disease self exams or mammography.

As I sufferer of Endometriosis, I am happy to see this advancement in technology for detecting Endometriosis. This new technology, the use of narrow band imaging makes it easier for a surgeon to detect Endometriosis by 20% during laparascopic surgery.

Firefly flourescent technology assists a surgeon using the daVinci robotic surgical system (robotic assisted surgery) to be able to see endometriosis lesions clearly and improves precision and accuracy. Dr. Jennifer Browning is the first surgeon to use daVinci robotic surgery with Firefly fluorescent technology.

A really cool site that gives you average ER wait times for local hospitals. This helps users determine which ER is actually the best to go to based on wait time, distance, and hospital rating.

Hi Eric - this is a cool site. I dread going to the ER due to the wait times and this is a great resource for users to find out each ER's stats regarding wait times, etc.

With medical marijuana around the corner, we can look to tech for a short term solution.This is a site that allows you to have a video conference with a doctor to obtain a medical marijuana card Only $30 and takes less than 15 minutes.

A new site that helps you reach your wellness goals, including nutrition and fitness. Technology allows them to match coaches with individuals who would like a wellness coach. Wellness is part of preventative care, which has been proven to be cheaper than treating ailments.

With iTriage you can evaluate your symptoms, learn about possible causes, find appropriate medical facilities, get quality reports and find help reducing your medical bills. I found their app particularly useful when working as an EMT, as it had a full medication encyclopedia, so I could decipher even the most complex med list in minutes.

Video technology allowing a user to quickly consult with a doctor, reducing the number of ER visits for non-emergencies. The use of video is particularly useful to help the doctor diagnoses the patient and gauge their symptoms.

This was an interesting article showing multiple uses for medical 3D printing, besides organ replacement. I was particularly interested in the surgical benefits of a doctor being able to practice a surgery and assess possible complications before ever going to an ER