The FDA has not authorized, cleared, or approved any smartwatch or smart ring
21 February 2024
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a safety communication advising against the use of smartwatches or smart rings that claim to measure blood glucose levels without piercing the skin. This warning...
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A report from the Opioid Policy Institute
21 February 2024
As the opioid crisis continues to devastate communities across the United States, digital health services have emerged as a beacon of hope for increasing access to essential addiction treatment and recovery support....
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What Consumers Need to Know
8 January 2024
In an era where personal data is as valuable as currency, a recent report by The Washington Post has shed light on a concerning practice in America's largest pharmacy chains. The investigation reveals that...
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The importance of individual vigilance in data protection
6 January 2024
The Wired article, "What Doctors Wish You Knew About HIPAA and Data Security," delves into the limitations and misunderstandings surrounding the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)...
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What to consider if you shared your DNA data
18 December 2023
Genetic profiling company 23andMe is currently investigating a data scraping incident where private user information was stolen from its website. The confirmation came five days after an undisclosed entity advertised...
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Lessons from iOS 17 Privacy Optimization
14 December 2023
In an age where data privacy is a paramount concern, particularly in the realm of personal health information (PHI), consumers and patients can learn valuable lessons from the privacy settings in iOS 17. By adapting...
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