Health and Technology: The Relation Is Being Stronger

Health is now largely based on strong technological foundation. Technology has brought about a revolutionary change in the field of Healthcare System. With the advancement of science and technology, new and developed methods of treatment are being added to the existing methods. So, everybody should know about the latest Health Technology. As the greatest source of information, internet is available now, getting information is an easy task. Let us find out latest Health Technology in the world media....

A Smartphone Can Help To Lose Weight:

What is the relationship between health and a smart-phone? You may not find any relationship but researchers have found that this device can motivate people which can decrease unhealthy sedentary behavior. Among the 215 participants in the study, those who carried smartphones spent more time moving around and less time sitting down. As a sedentary lifestyle increases the risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes, the result of the study may play a significant role in losing weight and thus to decrease the risk of the fatal diseases.[HTV, Jan 27, 2016]

Is Pedometer Smartphone Apps Accurate?

A new study has claimed that some free pedometer apps which track your fitness is inaccurate. University of Toronto conducted the research. They found unacceptable error in the applications. [NDTV Health, Feb 01, 2016]

Fake Pills Detector:

Scientists are developing a device which will detect fake pills which is one of the major problems in poorer countries especially in Asia and Africa. Low quality medicines and food supplement are rampant in poor countries' markets. The new device will be able to detect fake label and poor quality of the medicines and food supplement. The device will be portable and not costly. The device is still at the testing level.[NDTV Health, Feb 04, 2016]

Technology is very advanced today. Day by day it is involving in every spheres of our life. Sometimes some technological achievements create adverse effect for us. But it is true that without the proper use of technology in healthcare sector, ensuring public health is impossible. So, we have to know everything about health technology to lead a healthy modern life.