by Gadgets Daily on July 24, 2010
All the health conscious people have weighing scales at home so that they can keep track of their weight and keep themselves healthy and fit. One of the most common problem which is faced by majority of the people while standing on the weighing scale is to read their weight accurately. This task becomes even more difficult if you have weak eyesight.
Moreover we do not want any other person to know about our weight and thus we have to struggle a lot while reading the small digits on a weighing scale. Thus in order to provide solution to this problem the recently launched weighing scale called Taylor 500 Pound Projection Scale will prove to be an apt choice.
This latest weighing scale has an interesting feature where it can project your weight in an easy to read red projection on wall. Moreover the height of the device can also be adjusted and the focus wheel in it can be used to get sharper images of the digits on the wall. Three AA batteries are used to power the Taylor 500 Pound Projection Scale. There is 2 inches of LCD display in the scale as well that is capable of displaying large size digits of 1.8 inches.
by Gadgets Daily on July 13, 2010
Today, Fujitsu has launched its latest electronic paper based outpatient solution. This latest solution which is based on the wireless technology, IC Card and e paper technology will be used at the check in process at various medical facilities like in clinics and hospitals. The electronic card holders will be made utilizing the electronic paper and then with the help of a wireless communications system, these holders will be connected to the navigation system of the patient and to the electronic medical record system as well.
The IC equipped registration card will have to be simply inserted in the electronic card holder and then it will automatically link it to various facilities and record system and will complete the process of registration. This solution will provide the detailed guidance information to the electronic card holder of a patient from the time of their check in to doctor’s appointment till payment. With the help of these electronic card holders the outpatients in the queue who are waiting for their consultation will be notified through vibration and a visual display.
by Gadgets Daily on July 6, 2010
Currently Qualcomm is working with the companies like CARDIONET in order to come out with Piix Smart BandAid which is considered to offer the next generation ambulatory cardiac monitoring service which will be complete with beat to beat, automatic arrhythmia detection, real time analysis and wireless ECG transmission.
This bandaid will feature sensors which can be specifically modified in order to monitor a range of tasks as per requirements. This will allow an individual to get benefit from comprehensive suite of post symptom, auto trigger event monitors and looping considering it as the part of bigger turn key cardiac event monitoring eco system.
The wireless connectivity has come a long way and the Piix Smart BandAid is an example of the same. It is also expected that when Piix will be approved it will come with an affordable price tag so that large number of people can afford to get good medical care and attention.
by Gadgets Daily on June 21, 2010
Different types of gadgets are available in the market which helps you to keep track of health and fitness and KiFit Armband is one such impressive device. This latest gadget is capable of picking up wide range of data regarding your calories burned and your activeness level. It also measures your sleeping patterns and helps you to know how healthy are you living.
The KiFit Armband has 3 sensors in it which measures the body’s motion, temperature and moisture (how much you are sweating). The measurements of this device work out to be 95-7% accurate as compared to the other complex laboratory ways of calorie measuring. The KiFit Armband is based on the technology which measures the hospital patients on life support and its works very much similar like the Nike+ system. You have to wear it, measure your health and then connect it to your computer to see the online results.
by Gadgets Daily on June 17, 2010
Wide variety of mobile phones are available all over the globe which performs various functions but the recently launched EPI Life is different from all as it is the only mobile phone that can save your life. EPI Life is a revolutionary handset which is designed by Singapore Company Ephone International and it has built in electrocardiogram measurement function which is linked to a 24 hour health concierge service. The mobile takes 30 seconds to complete a reading that can be sent back to the firm through GPRS anywhere in the globe.
Team of 10 cardiologists, analyze the data collected from the phone for life threatening conditions round the clock and if there is any emergency response it will be rendered by Ephone International’s call center. This will include the private ambulance service and expedited patient admission into any of the 3 partnering local hospitals and on call doctors. EPI Life can also be used to monitor glucose, blood pressure and cholesterol along with an easy access to online respiratory dubbed EPU Virtual Health Folder.
by Gadgets Daily on June 11, 2010
Polar WearLink is a heart rate transmitter belt hat has been launched jointly by Nike.INC and Polar. This device allows the wearer to train, walk or do their daily activities by adjusting themselves to their heart rate. It works really well with Nike SportBand or the Nike+ iPod Sport Kit.It gives the wearer an idea of how hard they have been working and helps them to see their heart rate even on the screens of their iPods. Polar WearLink is compatible with most polar training computers and iPod Nano.
This latest device is made out of very soft fabric that easily fits on the body of the user and attaches itself automatically, without making them feel uncomfortable. The strap of this gadget can be removed and is washable. The device comes with a water resistant connector with a replaceable battery. It uses a 5 KHz transmission to ensure that the remote device can easily locate the heart rate signal. This useful heart rate transmitter Polar WearLink is available with a price tag of $54.
by Gadgets Daily on February 19, 2010
If excess pollution in your city is one of your major health concerns then the latest Mobile Oxygen Backpack from Oxyfit will prove to be of great use to you. This specially designed oxygen backpack is also a good choice for the athletes as it helps in boosting energy level, metabolism and brain power.
Oxyfit has an oxygen tube, battery pack, charger aspirator and a tote bag. This mobile oxygen backpack is powered by lithium –ion battery that can last for about 90 minutes after every charge the weight of this backpack is only 1.5 kg so that you can easily carry it no matter wherever you may go.
As per the description of this product it increases your oxygen and helps you to run faster, work longer and even lose weight. The increased supply of oxygen with this backpack speeds up the metabolic engine of the body and helps in burning more calories and stimulating fat loss. You will have to shed away $2681 to get this healthy gadget for yourself.
by Gadgets Daily on February 10, 2010
Toshiba has introduced new Viamo tablet which is the laptop ultrasound system so as to meet the today’s need of the doctors and hospitals. Viamo tablet combines high end radiology features along with portability and it has also been approved by FDA.
Toshiba’s Viamo offers the best value in hand carried class with its premier image quality, improved ease of use and enhance diagnostic. This portable ultrasound device can be either controlled through tactile knobs and buttons or touch screen which folds flat and is programmable in tablet modes or panels.
This device combines the laptop portability along with advanced features of radiology. Viamo proves to be very helpful for the high end needs of immobile patients without compromising on the exam quality and the comfort level of the patient. This device also proves to be perfect for different patient exams including emergency, OB/GYN, general radiology, pediatric and vascular.
The doctors need time to focus on patients rather than the administrative work, here comes a mobile medical companion, the touch screen ESPRIMO MA Tablet PC. A fan less and can be completely sanitized for use in sterile environments integrated high-speed 3G/UMTS and WLAN enable digitally-archived patient data to be accessed anywhere, at anytime bringing a “paperless” work. A dual Smartcard reader ensures maximum security for sensitive patient data. But can also be easily integrated into the existing hospital IT infrastructure, such as a systems management system
Both thin and fat clients can be specified, depending on the medical environment and infrastructure. The MA uses an Intel Atom processor and has a hot-swap battery bay capable of offering full-day power. As well as the data encryption, there’s also a physical lock which can fix the tablet into its docking station. It has an integrated digital camera, RFID transponder and Bluetooth round out the specs.
The Palm Pistol, a single-shot gun intended for those with limited strength, for elderly, the disabled and individuals with manual dexterity.
It’s a new 9mm handgun that was designed for folks suffering from arthritis and other disabilities affecting the hands. Physicians will be able to prescribe the Palm Pistol for qualified patients who may seek reimbursement through Medicare or private health insurance companies. It has been listed as a class I Medical Devices.
