Just a few weeks ago across the pond, the NHS Physical Health Monitor (for Lithium) was released as an app for smartphones in London, UK. Lithium Carbonate is the most common form of treatment for Bipolar Disorder in the UK. The major drawback to this treatment is that it requires strict regulation and frequent health […]
Author Archive | Lily Stauffer
January 28, 2016
In the News: High-Tech Wearable Tattoos Debut at CES 2016: MC10, ‘Reshaping Healthcare’
At this year?s CES conference, MC10?s two showcased products were nothing short of groundbreaking. By debuting two different wearables, one aimed to satisfy the medical community while the other targeting the general consumer, the company succeeded in sparking interest. The first product, known as BioStamp Research Connect, is designed to assist researchers with a multitude […]
January 28, 2016
In the News: 10 Healthcare Wearables, Devices Dominating CES
Over the past few years, a new wave culture of fitness and clean eating has grown exponentially in the United States. Many attribute this focus on health awareness to its presence on social media, while others consider the lifestyle fitness apparel trend to be a driving factor. Smartphone apps for at-home fitness such as SworkIt […]
January 28, 2016
In the News: The Future of Wearables: Can Companies Avoid The Pitfalls Threatening Healthcare Wearables?
Nowadays, it is nearly impossible to walk down the street without seeing somebody sporting a healthcare wearable. With sales surging at an annual growth rate of 25%, and an impressive $5.1 billion market value, it appears that the healthcare wearable industry is stronger than ever. However, these statics fail to recognize that such wearables are […]
January 28, 2016
In the News: Abuse-Deterrent Formulations Stirring Up the 2016 J.P. Morgan Pharmaceutical Conference
Considered by many the Woodstock of pharmaceutical conferences, the 34th Annual J.P. Morgan Conference held in San Francisco January 11-13th lived up to its nickname. It was three days of non-stop presentations, meetings, business development opportunities, and endless potential for new partnerships. Among the attendees was a convergence of hedge fund investors, bankers, and pharmaceutical […]
