A pulse oximeter measures blood oxygen levels at home and in healthcare settings. Abnormally low readings on a pulse oximeter might require medical care, especially if they are below 92%. Skin color ...

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Minorities get less supplemental oxygen in the ICU, in large part due to poorer performance of pulse oximeters, a study showed. That averaged out to approximately 0.2 to 0.3 L/min less oxygen for ...

Tracking your heart rate with a heart rate monitor (HRM) during your runs is one of the most powerful ways to optimize your training, whether you're a dedicated marathoner, power triathlete, or just ...

A smart watch may be under your Christmas tree this week. The nifty gadgets are advertised as a tool to help you stay healthy. But can smart watches be trusted to look out for your heart? A Maryland ...

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The variety of fitness trackers means there is something for everyone. Some devices may be particularly useful for specific areas — for sleep tracking, for example, you can't beat an unobtrusive ...

The Energy ministry has unveiled plans to fix engineering defects on the Isimba hydropower dam. In April 2015, the government awarded the Chinese firm, China International Water and Electric ...