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health2 years ago•2 min saved

Kerala Reports U.S.-Prevalent JN.1 Subvariant of Omicron Spreading Ahead of Holidays

Kerala has reported the presence of the JN.1 subvariant of the Omicron variant, raising concerns about COVID-19. However, experts have stated that there is no need to worry at this moment, emphasizing the importance of continuous monitoring. The JN.1 subvariant, part of the BA.2.86 lineage, was first detected in Luxembourg and has immune-evasion properties. While it exhibits symptoms such as fever, coughing, and nasal congestion, there have been no severe cases or deaths associated with it. The World Health Organization classifies it as a "notable descendent lineage" with potential increased transmissibility, but the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention currently reports no evidence of increased public health risk or severity compared to other variants.

via The Weather Channel|

#continuous-monitoring #covid-19 #health

healthcare-technology2 years ago•1 min saved

"The Revolutionary Doctor's Office: When the Stethoscope Becomes the Wearer"

Northwestern University has developed tiny wireless sensors that stick to a patient's skin to continuously monitor sounds from the heart, lungs, and GI tract. The devices contain microphones that capture noise for cancellation, and the collected audio is wirelessly transmitted to clinicians for analysis. This innovation could revolutionize healthcare by providing continuous monitoring and analysis of patient sounds, although the cost may be a factor in widespread adoption.

via Hackaday|

#continuous-monitoring #healthcare-technology #medical-devices

health2 years ago•3 min saved

Revolutionary Sensor Tracks Glucose Levels in Sweat Long-Term

Researchers at Penn State have developed a wearable sensor that can monitor glucose levels in sweat continuously for up to three weeks. The sensor, made from a laser-modified graphene nanocomposite material, also tracks body temperature and pH levels. Previous attempts at sweat-based glucose monitoring have been limited by low biomarker concentration levels and variability in factors such as pH and temperature. The new sensor addresses these challenges and offers a low-cost, convenient, and accurate platform for continuous analysis of sweat, with potential applications in personalized medicine and precision nutrition.

via AZoSensors|

#biomarkers #continuous-monitoring #glucose-monitoring