#Digital health

[innonurse]

Researchers develop Densor: A battery-free, smartphone-compatible oral health sensor

- By InnoNurse Staff -

Researchers at TU Delft, in collaboration with Radboudumc, have developed Densor, a revolutionary battery-free sensor platform designed to be worn in the mouth using a dental brace or bite splint.

This open-source technology collects vital health data such as body temperature and jaw movements, offering a user-friendly and long-term solution for oral health monitoring. Uniquely, it requires only a smartphone for charging and data collection.

Published in Proceedings of the ACM on Interactive, Mobile, Wearable and Ubiquitous Technologies, Densor could transform fields like sleep research, dental care, and apnea diagnosis. It distinguishes between activities such as swallowing and speaking with greater precision than traditional methods and supports future applications like acid reflux detection and saliva monitoring.

By offering accessible, real-time health insights, Densor represents a significant leap in preventive and diagnostic healthcare. Researchers aim to enhance the platform with additional sensors and broader capabilities, paving the way for interdisciplinary applications.

Video: "Battery-free sensor brace reveals crucial health data via smartphone" by TU Delft, YouTube.

Header image credit: Delft University of Technology/Radboudumc.

Read more at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft)

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The University of Queensland researchers have developed a comprehensive plan outlining the integration of smartwatches into Australia’s healthcare system. However, the researchers agree that significant obstacles must be solved before this becomes a reality.

A significant change in how we monitor our health and general well-being has resulted from recent technological advancements. The smartwatch is one such device with enormous promise. Smartwatches, initially offered as a convenient extension of our cellphones, are now recognized as essential aids in chronic disease prevention. Smart wearables provide numerous capabilities that help people to take control of their health and make good and timely decisions.

The ability of smartwatches to continuously monitor important health metrics is one of its main advantages. Smartwatches can identify anomalies or changes in health measurements and provide early warning indications of potential chronic illnesses by gathering and analyzing this data. Users can obtain insightful information on their general health, enabling them to take proactive measures to treat any new health problems before they worsen.

The delivery of personalized healthcare to those with illnesses like obesity, diabetes, and arthritis could be changed entirely by smartwatches. By utilizing smartwatches, a comprehensive evaluation of a patient’s well-being can be conducted, allowing for personalized care and attention.

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[thebuildblog]

digital health's bust was always when

happened across digital health recently. while the category itself had a hard time defining itself and what it is to the rest of the world (including healthcare consumers), it has fumbled and stumbled along mostly on bridge financing by investors hoping that an exit could exist somewhere. it likely won't. it is a great lesson. 1. the industry was never going to take anything from healthcare. only healthcare industry can/will kill itself. spunky "unicorn" making an app won't cut it (that is why it did not). 2. how not to marry an audience/customer base to a new innovation/idea.

in reality, healthcare companies could always build these innovations and move customers to them. why would they, really? that's not how innovation works when you have millions to lose, even if it means gaining millions later. you instead try to milk the existing revenue as much as you can, keep it in tact as long as you can, and when you need to, move it along.

which is exactly what happened with digital health.

most founders and investors don't have the patience to navigate, disrupt and change highly regulated industries like this one. this largely in part because the tech/digital industry's roots are software, the kind of things companies installed on computers for productivity help, and so on. it's a big jump to take that scalable model that has little red tape and apply it to a big key player like healthcare with tons of obstacles.

not that it can't be done, just would take something few have. And, there are other ways to make money, and so on.

it doesn't mean that "digital health" won't exist. it means it already does, and unicorns/investors have not succeeded in the end. will it change? maybe. is it likely? no. no reason to participate in a place that is extra hard to make money when you can move onto other things.

this, of course, is what went on there. none of this is a surprise, anyone with any experience in tech, innovation, etc. would recognize this all along, and understood the play.

AI/genAI won't 'save' what was never a good idea/approach in the first place.

[pathetic-gamer]

set a screen timer for tumblr reddit and yt assuming I'd stop wasting so much time on my phone if I was locked out of them after a certain amount of time. so instead I spent the better part of yesterday afternoon scrolling through christies auctions of historical artifacts and looking up any cool lots on Wikipedia. learned about two new kinds of knives, spent exactly 0 fewer hours online.

[vaishnavi1112]

Revealing Facts: A Helpful Guide on HIV/AIDS

You can have HIV without having any symptoms. This is why it’s extremely important to get tested regularly, even if you don’t feel sick.  

According to WHO, the cases of HIV/AIDS have increased lately. HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is a virus that attacks a specific type of cell in your body’s immune system, which helps the system in fighting off infections and diseases. If HIV progresses, it can lead to AIDS, a more severe condition where the immune system is badly damaged. HIV is transmitted through unprotected sexual intercourse, sharing needles, or from an infected mother to her baby during childbirth or breastfeeding. There are different symptoms at each stage of infection. Having these symptoms may suggest a person has HIV. If left untreated, HIV can lead tseo more serious health issues.  

Having accurate information is crucial to avoid any false assumptions related to HIV/AIDS. HIV/AIDS is surrounded by many myths and misunderstandings such as; it is spread through sneezing, coughing or sharing drinks. This is not true, the way it is transmitted is through specific bodily fluids such as blood, semen, vaginal fluids, and breast milk.  

In a world where misinformation about HIV/AIDS is prevalent, it's crucial to clear up these misunderstandings and ensure everyone knows the facts. Normalising getting tested is the first step in managing the virus and preventing the spread of false stigmas about HIV. Let's all do our part by sharing the correct information and supporting those dealing with HIV to create a world without judgement and false ideas about this virus. 

To know more about HIV/AIDS its symptoms, unknown facts, and risk factors, read the blog on Riomed's site.

[mythohumanism]

Scrolling the content stream. It’s pretty repetitive and basic and even boring right? Sure bits of intrigue and dopamine. But sometimes real world interactions are more compelling precisely because of the easy mundanity of other people, of the impenetrable weirdness of a person vs the entirely-too-accessible stream of content made to be easily digested mush. Does this make sense? I think it does. Sometimes the real comfort app is human beinms

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[jesteriajunovix]

I really love this post.

Talking about the implicit harms and toxicity within this Era of Internet Fandom fucking bangs.

There are so many layers of non-indulgence on the part of fans that create this "death of the author" bubble where the themes are melted into the shape of varying crude enigmatic desires.

It's very bizarre the scale of how much of it potentially isn't just ignorance, but a choice to ignore implication too. A very harmful thought that seems to be able to come from all forms of identities & fandom is the idea "I need this".

I need them to be gay, (Fujo Territory, and Toxic BL or GL)

I need them to be white, (White)

I need them to be in pain,

(sensationalized feeling externalized via the art of a character without thought of the contextual reality of what the art may represent to others. [Drawing young characters being bloodied, centering ones venting around depicting a character of another race being tormented, or further brutalizing a character tastelessly.]

and so on.

This idea of needing these characters in these ways and these ways showing themselves to be in demand for a fair share of a fandom's population genuinely is several studies and conversations to be had.

I say this with the intention of not coming off as pessimistic, but I do wonder if there will ever be a time when mediums, and media placed in this category of digital entertainment will be something communally more mature on a broader scale as the people who care about what other generations have deemed as "time wasting" art become more important in facilitating the safe spaces and environments in which this art is discussed and held.

Digital Communal Responsibility. Stronger Social Contracts.

There are so many social issues to worry about before we can really even consider getting there, but I have hope in my heart we will somehow.

It's too easy to ignore the task of actually indulging the meaning of art. Such a growing form of stagnation is so dangerous.

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Thematic Questions

do you know what your reaction to the media you consume means within the reality of your identity as it intersects with others?

Where do you think an artist's artistic intent comes from?

did it come from a healthy or unhealthy place?

how might your headcanon relatively align or contradict the health state of their art?

does your headcanon come from a healthy or unhealthy place?

Is the way you indulge art amongst fandom and community healthy?

how & why?

This isn't a "put a shirt on" thing. Do your conclusions feel right to you? I can only ask that you explore that for yourself as your ideas surrounding art grow alongside you as a person.......

again SUPER good post from zzxid. They constructed such a good point in such a good way and I appreciate people who can use words like this.

I genuinely think Mouthwashing fandom is a good example on how real life misogyny is very wired on people brains and influenced how they engage with fictional misogyny.

You have a story about a woman being assaulted and telling a man he trusted but being dismissed because he is friends with the attacker, and people fixate on shipping her with either of those me.

You have a story about how men that downplay their male friends violence, assume neutrality is the safer option, unintentionally help create an environment that's unsafe to vulnerable people, at a risk becoming a victim themselves. And people make it about toxic yaoi.

You have a character kill herself because she didn't want birth the child of her abuser. And people make AUs where she happily keep the baby.

Misogyny isn't just "I hate this women", it's also downplaying their trauma, defending those who caused it, and reducing them to mothers or wives against their wished under this idea of what womanhood is about.

I don't think we can separate fandom misogyny from it's real world influence, not yet.

[drmilindcom]

Digital Detox 2025: How to Reduce Screen Time for a Healthier Life?

Digital Detox in 2025 In this blog, we will discuss Digital Detox 2025 and explore how reducing screen time can lead to a healthier life. Negative Effects of Excessive Screen Time 1. Eye Problems Spending long hours in front of a screen can cause eye fatigue, dryness, and blurred vision. This condition is known as “Digital Eye Strain.” 2. Sleep Deprivation The blue light emitted from…

[dacimasoftware]

How Can EDC Software Revolutionize Clinical Trials?

In the world of clinical trials, managing data accurately and efficiently is key to success. EDC software (Electronic Data Capture) plays a critical role in this process by streamlining data collection, minimizing errors, and ensuring timely access to real-time information. With its digital format, EDC software eliminates the need for paper-based forms, reducing the risk of data loss and inconsistencies.

This software enables clinical researchers to enter data directly into a system, ensuring faster, more accurate collection. It also allows for real-time monitoring, so any issues or discrepancies can be identified quickly. The best EDC systems offer features like data validation, customizable forms, and compliance with regulatory standards, making them indispensable tools for clinical trial teams.

Moreover, EDC software enhances collaboration among clinical teams by providing a centralized platform for data access, reducing delays and improving overall efficiency. With enhanced security measures such as encrypted data storage, patient information remains confidential and safe.

Ultimately, using the right EDC software can dramatically improve the accuracy, efficiency, and compliance of clinical trials, leading to faster and more reliable results.

Dacima Software provides powerful solutions designed to optimize clinical data management.

[innonurse]

Denmark: A significant healthtech hub

- By InnoNurse Staff -

According to data platform Dealroom, Danish healthtech firms raised a stunning $835 million in 2023, an 11% rise over the previous record set in 2021.

Read more at Tech.eu

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Ezdehar invests $10 million in Yodawy to acquire a minority stake in the Egyptian healthtech (Bendada.com)

[somyapandit]

Infermedica AI in Healthcare: Beyond Thinking Like a Doctor

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[drnic1]

Murder, Mistrust, and Miracle Drugs

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Why Digital Wellness Is the New Frontier in Self-Care, According to Experts

Discover why digital wellness is the future of self-care. Learn expert tips to balance tech use, reduce stress, and enhance mental and emotional well-being.