Bloomberg reports that Samsung has eyes on developing non-invasive glucose monitoring technology, potentially pitting it against Apple. The report says the electronics company wants to develop continuous blood pressure checking along with glucose monitoring. It comes as part of an effort to incorporate health features in Samsung devices, like its Galaxy Ring, Bloomberg says. Hon Pak, […]
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How virtual and mixed reality are changing drug delivery and device design
Kai Worrell believes that virtual and mixed reality may change the way companies design medical devices, and he’s putting that idea into practice. “We think it’s going to transform the way we do feasibility testing and cognitive walk-through simulations,” he said. “We think it’s going to help us understand the cognition of our users, clinical […]
Report: Apple looks at iPhone for monitoring Parkinson’s patients
Apple (NSDQ:AAPL) is reportedly conducting internal research into whether its iPhone and Apple Watch could be used to monitor drug dosage and wellness data for patients suffering from Parkinson’s disease. The company hopes to show the effectiveness of mobile monitoring, sources told Fast Company. Patients who suffer from Parkinson’s disease may only visit their doctor at 6-month intervals, which […]
