The field of healthcare has seen remarkable advancements over the years and one such area that is changing the game is wearable medical devices. These are any apparatus or appliance which are worn on the body or incorporated into clothing and accessories to monitor and improve an existing health condition. These devices use biosensors to

Florida Health Sciences Center (FHSC), which comprises an array of organizations including Tampa General Hospital (TGH), has recently been expanding its brand from the west coast of Florida into the rest of the state. As one of the nation’s leading not-for-profit academic and research health systems, TGH works in partnership with the University of South

How is technology used for mental health treatment? Technology has opened a new frontier in mental health care and data collection. Mobile devices like cell phones, smartphones, and tablets are giving the public, health care providers, and researchers new ways to access help, monitor progress, and increase understanding of mental well-being. Mobile mental health support

In today's fast-paced and digitally driven world, technology has become an integral part of our daily lives. From smartphones to wearable devices and innovative applications, technology has the power to transform the way we live, work, and even take care of our well-being. In the corporate landscape, employers are recognizing the potential of technology to

Unlike with other types of technology, older adults still “rely heavily” on physicians and other healthcare professionals for information about health and wellness-related technologies, according to a new survey. “Because it has to do with their health care (in their minds), it must be learned from their Health Care Professional AND paid for by someone else,

The history of health care technology starts with Rene Laënnec, a French physician. For centuries, doctors listened to patients' hearts by putting their ear to the chest. One day in 1816, Laënnec was called to the bedside of a young woman and, because of her gender, he was reluctant to do that. He remembered seeing

Technology and innovation have changed the landscape of corporate wellness in recent years. The use of technology in the corporate wellness industry has led to a shift from traditional wellness programs to digital health solutions that offer greater flexibility, accessibility, and customization. The impact of technology has been felt by both employees and employers, with

In today's fast-paced, technology-driven world, the workplace continuously evolves to adapt to new trends and demands. As businesses rely more on technology to enhance productivity and efficiency, the importance of employee health and wellness cannot be overlooked. This article delves into various technological tools and approaches that can be used to promote health and wellness

Earlier this week, Fortune Magazine hosted a conference of paramount importance: Brainstorm Health. The theme was “Venturing Through The Unknown,” and the conference brought together prominent speakers from across the industry to discuss and contemplate some of healthcare’s most challenging issues. These speakers ranged from public health stalwarts such as U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy and

Healthcare changes dramatically because of technological developments, from anesthetics and antibiotics to magnetic resonance imaging scanners and radiotherapy. Future technological innovation is going to keep transforming healthcare, yet while technologies (new drugs and treatments, new devices, new social media support for healthcare, etc) will drive innovation, human factors will remain one of the stable limitations