Wearables
Sitting for nine and a half hours a day linked to early death
Research has found that people spending nine and a half hours or more each day sedentary are associated with a significant increased risk of death. Professor Ulf Ekelund of the Norwegian School of… Audio
An ear on your health
A trial of Canaria devices is about to start in mines in Australia, where it will measure for signs of fatigue and send warnings when levels of tiredness reach unsafe levels. Audio, Gallery
An ear on your health
The Canaria is a device that's worn behind the ear and can sense for vital signs and alert the wearer about their state of health. A trial of these devices is about to start in mines in Australia… Audio
Where to with wearables?
The race is on to develop the next generation of wearable technologies that will make our lives better, easier and more productive... in theory. Professor Paul Lukowicz, who specialises in AI, talks… Audio
NZ wearable tech
StretchSense's Bluetooth-enabled rubber material can precisely measure your body movements. The New Zealand made wearable technology is currently being used by 200 companies in 28 countries in fields… Audio
The patient will see you now
Eric Topol's book 'The Patient Will See You Now' explores how digital healthcare could shift the power dynamic between consumers and the medical profession. Audio