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health1 year ago

"Study Warns Against In-Flight Alcohol Due to Heart Risks"

New research suggests that drinking alcohol on long-haul flights can significantly lower blood oxygen levels and increase heart rate, posing a potential risk to cardiovascular health, especially for vulnerable individuals. The study, conducted by the German Aerospace Center, found that healthy volunteers experienced a greater drop in blood oxygen and a rise in heart rate when drinking alcohol in high-altitude conditions compared to not drinking. The findings highlight the need for awareness and possibly stricter regulations on alcohol consumption during flights.

via Gizmodo|
#alcohol#blood-oxygen-levels#cardiovascular-health
technology2 years ago

"Apple Watch Health Feature Removal Sparks Controversy and Import Bans"

Apple will no longer offer the ability to measure blood oxygen levels on newly purchased Apple Watch Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2 models in the U.S. following a patent case loss to medical technology company Masimo. The U.S. International Trade Commission found that some Apple Watches violated Masimo's patents and issued a ban on the import of watches with the technology. Apple continues to appeal the case, but the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has reinstated the feature ban, requiring changes to remove the technology at the center of the patent fight.

via NPR|
#apple#apple-watch#blood-oxygen-levels
health2 years ago

"Unraveling the Cardiovascular Risks of Sleep Apnea: NIH-funded Study Reveals Insights"

A study funded by the National Institutes of Health has found that people with obstructive sleep apnea have an increased cardiovascular risk due to reduced blood oxygen levels caused by interrupted breathing. The study analyzed data from over 4,500 adults and identified hypoxic burden (reduction in blood oxygen levels), ventilatory burden (interruptions in breathing due to airway obstruction), and nighttime arousals as key factors contributing to the link between sleep apnea and cardiovascular disease. The findings suggest that treating sleep apnea could help prevent future cardiovascular outcomes.

via National Institutes of Health (.gov)|
#blood-oxygen-levels#cardiovascular-disease#cardiovascular-risk