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Peloton's $90 armband offers more comfortable heart rate tracking
Peloton has launched a Heart Rate Band for your arm that promises more comfortable tracking than a chest strap.
US lawmakers want to make sure pandemic telehealth coverage doesn't lapse
A bipartisan group of US lawmakers wants Congress to ensure telehealth coverage doesn't lapse in the uncertainty of the pandemic.
Moderna begins early-stage trials of mRNA-based HIV vaccine
Moderna has begun early-stage clinical trials of an HIV mRNA vaccine,
'Billions' is the latest TV show to create a PR problem for Peloton
Peloton is dealing with another PR headache after a 'Billions' scene created a less-than-flattering image of its spin bike.
All-in-one diabetes devices could take the hassle out of insulin injections
MIT is developing all-in-one diabetes devices that could track blood glucose levels, inject insulin and otherwise reduce daily hassles.
Face mask sensor can detect leaks and your heart rate
A new face mask sensor can measure your heart rate and even detect leaks.
60 companies say Facebook unfairly rejected their ads for women's health products
Five dozen companies specializing in women’s health products and services say Facebook has frequently rejected their ads over objections they contain “adult content,” according to a report the Center for Intimacy Justice published this week.
Doctors and scientists call on Spotify to create misinformation policy
The doctors and scientists fighting vaccine misinformation want Spotify to establish a clear policy on the matter.
Google and Ford want to bring small radar to more devices
Google and Ford are partners in a new standard that could bring radar to more devices for touch-free control and health tracking.
Abbott is working on ‘biowearables’ to measure glucose, lactate and ketones
The devices will be able to continuously monitor your body's composition and help you take action.
Withings' Body Scan scale can measure the composition of different parts of your body
Withings has released its next and far most technologically advanced connected scale yet, the Body Scan.
Merck's COVID-19 antiviral pill is the second authorized by the FDA
The FDA has approved a second COVID-19 antiviral pill, but Merck's offering might not get as much uptake as its Pfizer rival.
FDA authorizes Pfizer's Covid antiviral pill for people 12 and older
The FDA has issued an emergency authorization Pfizer's COVID antiviral pill, making it the first oral method for treating mild to moderate cases of COVID-19.
Researcher hacked an at-home COVID-19 test to give bogus results
A security researcher hacked Ellume's at-home COVID-19 test to flip results, raising concerns about determined fakers.
Apple closes three stores in US and Canada amid COVID-19 surge
Apple has closed stores in the US and Canada after COVID-19 surges led to exposures and outbreaks.
Apple reinstates mask requirements across all US stores
Amid a resurgence of COVID-19 cases in the US, Apple will now require all customers to wear a mask when they visit its stores across the country.
Amazon's Alexa Together caregiver service is available today
Amazon's Alexa Together service is now available, helping you take care of aging family using smart speakers.
A little-known company made smart fitness clothing you might actually wear at the gym
Smart exercise clothing hasn’t quite had its moment. A little-known startup called Prevayl hopes to change that.
Hitting the Books: An ode to the joy of antibiotics
Dr. Lydia Kang and Nate Pedersen delve into the fascinating histories of some of humanity's deadliest diseases and the society-saving scientists who the developed cures to counter them.
Amazon opens pre-orders for its Halo View fitness band
The company's first wearable with a display costs $50 for a limited time.