Cardiology
Clinical smart watch finds success at identifying atrial fibrillation
As the use of wearable technology grows, smart watches are marketed across the globe to consumers as a way to monitor health.
Dec 1, 2023
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News tagged with apple
Psychology & Psychiatry
Apple's iOS 17 will be able to track mental health, but what are the implications for your well-being?
When Apple's latest software updates drop this month, users will have access to mental health and wellness features unlike anything currently available in a smartphone. With the Apple Watch and iOS health app, Apple has long ...
Sep 7, 2023
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Health
Replacing saturated fat and salt with herbs/spices is both tasty and healthy
In response to the low-fat craze of the 1990s, many food companies removed saturated fats from their products, only to replace them with sugars to maintain their palatability. Unfortunately, the resulting products were no ...
Aug 29, 2023
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Mental health ills are rising. Do mood-tracking apps help?
You can already track your steps, your sleep—why not track your mood? Apple's latest software updates for its iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch will now allow users to log and track their moods. They are far from the first ...
Aug 15, 2023
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Health
Does an apple a day really keep the doctor away? A nutritionist explains the science behind 'functional' foods
We've all heard that an apple a day keeps the doctor away, but how true is that?
Aug 11, 2023
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Health
Apple cider vinegar: Is drinking this popular home remedy bad for your teeth? A dentist explains
Apple cider vinegar has become a popular home remedy in recent years and has been used for centuries in cooking and medicine. It's thought to help with a wide range of health issues, including high cholesterol, blood sugar ...
Jan 20, 2023
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Mental health apps offer basic features, privacy challenges common
Mental health apps offer basic features and privacy challenges are common, according to a study published online Dec. 28 in JAMA Network Open.
Dec 29, 2022
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
New findings on memory impairment in epilepsy
People with chronic epilepsy often experience impaired memory. Researchers at the University of Bonn have now found a mechanism in mice that could explain these deficits. The German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE) ...
Dec 19, 2022
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Health
Fitbit, Apple Watch screening for faulty heart rhythms needs more study
Company claims are leaping ahead of medical science in promoting the use of smartwatches to screen for heart rhythm disorders.
Dec 5, 2022
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Pediatrics
Active screen time: New children's app promotes healthy eating, exercise
A Cornell University researcher and colleagues have developed a series of free, evidence-informed apps for preschool-aged children to encourage healthy eating behaviors and exercise.
Sep 21, 2022
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