by Somnology | Jul 17, 2017 | Blog, Health, Wearables
The health care system in the United States has become extremely inefficient and needs significant reform, according to a recent op-ed in the Wall Street Journal by Dr. Eric Topol, of the Scripps Research Institute. Topol says recent innovations in technology and...
by Somnology | Oct 11, 2016 | Blog, Health, Monitoring, Wearables
Everybody loves a good night of rest. Sleep is an important part of anyone’s daily life. Sleep helps the brain relax and refreshes the body. It is also important to bodily functions like the kidneys and heart. But not everyone is able to get a good night’s sleep. The...
by Somnology | Oct 8, 2016 | Blog, Health, Insomnia, Monitoring, Sleep Apnea, Wearables
Wearable sleep monitors can help you better track your sleep. Ever wonder if you’re getting a restful sleep each night? You may experience occasional insomnia or restlessness, but have you considered tracking your sleep with a wearable device? Wearable monitors, or...
by Somnology | Aug 31, 2016 | Blog, Health, Monitoring, Telehealth, Wearables
In this technology age, telemedicine is improving medical care by making it easier and more efficient to receive care in the comfort of your own home. More than 36 million Americans have used telemedicine in some way, according to US News. And the popularity is...
by Somnology | Aug 12, 2016 | Blog, Health, Monitoring, Sleep Apnea, Wearables
A home sleep study provides useful information on a person’s sleeping habits and can detect problems like sleep apnea. The test is simple and takes place in the comfort of a person’s home. Why do I need to monitor my sleep? For humans, sleep is an essential part of...
by Somnology | Jul 26, 2016 | Blog, Health, Monitoring, Wearables
With technology, the opportunities in health care are endless. Home health monitoring – the use of technology and telecommunication to monitor and track a patient’s health at home – is becoming increasingly popular. Home health monitoring devices are able to track...