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iSANZ Board reveals keynote speaker for 2017 Awards evening
Health Technologies

iSANZ Board reveals keynote speaker for 2017 Awards evening

The iSANZ Board has announced the keynote speaker at this year's iSANZ Awards, due to be held at Wellington's Te Papa Museum on November 21.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 7th Nov 2017
NZ diabetes patients can forgo routine finger pricks, due to this new device
Health Technologies

NZ diabetes patients can forgo routine finger pricks, due to this new device

The glucose monitoring device that removes the pain of routine finger pricking and encourages an active lifestyle...

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Jul 2017
Brain region links stress to heart disease and stroke
Mental Health

Brain region links stress to heart disease and stroke

Greater amygdala activity has been tied to a higher risk of heart disease and stroke, pointing to stress as a cardiovascular risk factor.

By Geoff • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Jul 2017
New website to help emphysema sufferers
Health Technologies

New website to help emphysema sufferers

More than 200,000 New Zealanders with emphysema could get earlier diagnosis and specialist advice through the Australian site, doctors say.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Thu, 8th Jun 2017
3D Printing revolutionises health education in South Island
Health Technologies

3D Printing revolutionises health education in South Island

New Zealanders are using 3D printing to help educate communities about diabetes, demonstrating how technology can enhance learning.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Apr 2017
Put your foot down on diabetes
Edith Cowan University

Put your foot down on diabetes

Walking down stairs may cut diabetes risk more than climbing, with a 12-week study showing better glucose, cholesterol and balance results.

By Geoff • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Apr 2017
Could smartphones help prevent strokes?
Health Technologies

Could smartphones help prevent strokes?

Apps could help curb rising stroke rates by nudging younger adults to tackle diabetes, obesity and other modifiable risks.

By Geoff • 4 min read • Wed, 12th Apr 2017
Future cities are about liveability and well-being
Smart Cities

Future cities are about liveability and well-being

Affordable housing and healthier neighbourhoods are being cast as the key to cutting future city costs and improving residents’ well-being.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 4th Apr 2017
Step away from the screen: Survey finds Kiwis' eye strain is a huge problem
Gaming

Step away from the screen: Survey finds Kiwis' eye strain is a huge problem

New findings show eye strain is a bigger problem than ever in NZ, and optometrists are urging us to step away from our screens, or use protection.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Oct 2016
Aranz Medical named NZ Hi-Tech Awards finalist
Health Technologies

Aranz Medical named NZ Hi-Tech Awards finalist

Aranz Medical vies for top NZ Hi-Tech prize, showcasing their innovative 3D healthcare solutions amid industry acclaim.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 31st Mar 2016
Fitbit's latest: the Alta
Digital Signage

Fitbit's latest: the Alta

Fitbit has released its latest fitness tracker, the Fitbit Alta, featuring a slim design and interchangeable bands.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Fri, 5th Feb 2016
Swibo: Physiotherapy as a game
Health Technologies

Swibo: Physiotherapy as a game

Swibo's game, Tilt, transforms physiotherapy into an enjoyable challenge, collecting data to tailor training schemes.

By Dave Moskovitz • 2 min read • Mon, 5th Oct 2015

Global Stories

Diabetes stories

“An open approach to big data” –driving transformative change in the pharmaceuticals sector
Data Analytics

“An open approach to big data” –driving transformative change in the pharmaceuticals sector

A new generation of companies is using big data, sensors and artificial intelligence to provide precise real-time monitoring of patients.

By Jason Bissell and Calvin Hoon • 5 min read • Fri, 25th Aug 2017
Digital tech - the answer to Aussie healthcare's biggest ailments?
Health Technologies

Digital tech - the answer to Aussie healthcare's biggest ailments?

The popularity of telehealth has been rising steadily as a viable option for medical consultation and diagnosis.

By Marc Loveridge • 5 min read • Wed, 31st May 2017
Fitbit unleashes new sleep features
Health Technologies

Fitbit unleashes new sleep features

Fitbit has launched new sleep tools to help users improve sleep consistency and overall health, in collaboration with sleep experts.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
Could virtual reality stave off the obesity epidemic?
Health Technologies

Could virtual reality stave off the obesity epidemic?

Virtual reality shows promise in combating obesity and treating weight-related disorders, according to new research.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Feb 2016

Stories from Other Regions

Diabetes stories

App rewards medication adherence with movie tickets - signs NSW health deal
Health Technologies

App rewards medication adherence with movie tickets - signs NSW health deal

Perx Health has signed a commercial agreement with Sydney Local Health District (SLHD) to test the platform with selected patients.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Jul 2017