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US government wants health trackers for all? What it means for your health, privacy, and wallet

zdnet.com Nina Raemont 2025-08-24 21:21:02

Kayla Bartkowski/Getty Images US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. wants Americans to start adopting health-tracking devices. Kennedy told the House of Representatives this week that the health agency is planning "one of the biggest advertising campaigns" in its history to encourage Americans to use the wearables. Also: 4 health trackers I'd recommend to anyone (and why they make such a big difference) "My vision is that every American is wearing a wearable within four years," Kennedy sa

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RFK Jr.’s Vaccine Panel Votes Against Thimerosal Flu Shots, Citing Debunked Risks

gizmodo.com Ed Cara 2025-08-24 21:45:13

Robert F. Kennedy’s war against vaccines has garnered another victory. An outside advisory panel newly reassembled by RFK Jr. has voted today to recommend against people using vaccines containing thimerosal, a once-common ingredient that anti-vaccination advocates have wrongly blamed for causing autism and other health problems. The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices met this week to issue several vaccine-related recommendations. In a majority vote, the ACIP recommended against childr

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Improve Your Mood and Feel Happier With These 7 Simple Daily Habits

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-08-25 13:23:00

Leading a happier life might seem like a lofty goal, especially if you've been feeling down recently, but it is entirely possible with the right habits. Our moods are affected by everything around us, including the weather, light levels, the food we eat and even how much we move our bodies. While nobody is in a great mood all the time, these daily habits can help you to stay in a more positive mindset, no matter what setbacks life throws at you. If you want to pursue a happier life, try incorpo

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The best sleep trackers of 2025: These sleep trackers improved my sleep

zdnet.com Nina Raemont 2025-08-26 01:15:13

Why we like it: The Oura Ring is the best sleep tracker for a few reasons. It's discreet and far more comfortable to wear to bed compared to a health band or smartwatch. Oura's data capture is accurate, with its sleep staging algorithm matching the performance of a polysomnography sleep lab test. The objective sleep and readiness scores it provides after I wake up often are in line with how I'm feeling on a day-to-day basis. It also isn't hardcore about getting perfect sleep, which allows for

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RFK Jr. Wants All Americans to Use Wearables to Track Their Health: What That Means

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-08-26 00:47:00

Many Americans already track health statistics like heart rate and breathing patterns on tech-savvy accessories. But now, the federal government is getting involved. On June 24, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced "one of the largest HHS campaigns in history" to encourage the use of wearables to track health conditions, a trend CNET has recently covered. Kennedy is referring to the many different bands, watches, rings and even clothes that use technology to track human vital signs.

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All childhood vaccines in question after first meeting of RFK Jr.’s vaccine panel

arstechnica.com Unknown 2025-08-26 05:04:25

A federal vaccine panel entirely hand-selected by health secretary and anti-vaccine activist Robert F. Kennedy Jr. gathered for its first meeting Wednesday—and immediately announced that it would re-evaluate the entire childhood vaccination schedule, as well as the one for adults. The meeting overall was packed with anti-vaccine talking points and arguments from the new panel members, confirming public health experts' fears that the once-revered panel is now critically corrupted and that Kenned

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The Galaxy Watch 7 Is Now 40% Off on Amazon, This Early Prime Day Offer Is at an All-Time Low Price

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2025-08-26 13:13:14

Amazon Prime Day is a few weeks away but the Prime Day deals have already kicked off in earnest.- and the best part is you don’t have to have a Prime membership to take advantage of them. One of the best deals so far this year is the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 which has just reached its record low. At just $184, down from $299, this 40mm Bluetooth smartwatch is now significantly cheaper than on Samsung’s official website, which makes it a much more attractive purchase than entry-level fitness bands

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Show HN: I Built AskMedically – Get Research-Backed Answers to Medical Queries

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-08-27 22:43:57

Hi HN, I’ve built AskMedically – an AI-powered assistant that answers health and medical questions using real research papers from trusted medical sources like PubMed, Cochrane, etc. Whether you’re a healthcare enthusiast, patient, student, or professional – AskMedically helps you explore trusted medical knowledge without needing a medical degree or slogging through dozens of PDFs. Examples: • “Does intermittent fasting improve insulin sensitivity?” • “What are the benefits of creatine for

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5 Ways to Tell If You're Aging Gracefully, According to Experts

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-08-28 09:00:00

Whether you’re looking forward to it or absolutely dreading it, as long as you’re alive, aging is something you can’t avoid. Aging is a natural, beautiful part of life. In the process, many want to make sure they're living in a way that will extend their vitality and longevity, both physically and mentally. However, according to Dr. Michelle Sands, menopause hormone expert and founder of Glow Natural Wellness, it's important to remember, "Aging well doesn't mean being perfect. Small, consistent

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RFK Jr. Accuses Congressman of Being Paid by Big Pharma to Support Vaccines

gizmodo.com Matt Novak 2025-08-28 11:40:29

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the Secretary of Health and Human Services, faced over three hours of questioning at a House subcommittee hearing on Tuesday that covered everything from the shocking errors in his first major health report to his complete ignorance of federal lawsuits against major health insurance companies. But one of the standout moments during the hearing occurred when Kennedy suggested that a sitting member of Congress only opposed the health secretary’s actions because he was bought

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A nasal spray company wants to make it harder for the FTC to police health claims

theverge.com Lauren Feiner 2025-08-28 16:43:54

In the midst of the covid-19 pandemic, a health products company called Xlear began advertising its saline nasal spray to people desperately searching for ways to protect themselves from a new virus. In its marketing, Xlear pointed to studies that it said supported the idea that ingredients in the spray could block viruses from sticking to the nasal cavity. Based on its interpretation of the science, Xlear promoted the product as one part of a “layered defense” against contracting covid. In 202

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RFK Jr. Wants Every American to Be Sporting a Wearable Within Four Years

gizmodo.com Ed Cara 2025-08-29 05:30:27

The road to “make America healthy again” will apparently be paved with Apple Watches. Health and Human Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has just unveiled a campaign that will try to encourage the widespread use of wearables. RFK Jr. announced the initiative Tuesday afternoon during a House Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee meeting to discuss the HHS’ budget request for the upcoming fiscal year. In response to a question from Senator Troy Balderson (R-Ohio) about wearables, Kennedy revealed

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CDC’s once-revered vaccine panel now a “farce”—calls grow to scrap meeting

arstechnica.com Unknown 2025-08-29 17:19:52

After anti-vaccine advocate and US health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fired all 17 experts who sat on a revered federal vaccine panel and restocked it with eight dubious members, a growing chorus of lawmakers, health experts, and public advocates are calling for a pivotal meeting scheduled for Wednesday to be scrapped and for the panel to be "dissolved" and remade with qualified members. On June 9, Kennedy unilaterally cleaned out the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Advisory Co

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The United States has lower life expectancy than most similarly wealthy nations

news.ycombinator.com Pearson 2025-08-29 20:30:50

Since taking over as the top US health official in February, Robert F. Kennedy Jr has overseen radical changes that have alarmed many public-health experts. The agency he leads announced that it would cut its workforce by 20,000, and cancelled billions of dollars in federal funding for research and public health. Earlier this month, Kennedy replaced all the members of an influential vaccine advisory committee with hand-picked ones, including some who have expressed scepticism about vaccines. His

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Why I replaced my Whoop band with this fitness strap (hint: there's no subscription)

zdnet.com Kyle Kucharski 2025-08-30 05:00:00

ZDNET's key takeaways The Amazfit Helio Strap is available now for $99. As a smartwatch alternative, the strap offers virtually all the same health tracking features via the robust Zepp app, with over a week of battery life. The fabric strap isn't made of exceedingly high quality materials, but luckily can be easily replaced. View now at Amazfit Amazfit, makers of such smartwatches as the Bip 5 and the new Balance 2, just released its new Helio Strap, a fitness tracker that has all the core f

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McLaren Health Care says data breach impacts 743,000 patients

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2025-09-01 09:28:31

McLaren Health Care is warning 743,000 patients that the health system suffered a data breach caused by a July 2024 attack by the INC ransomware gang. Although the attack was discovered on August 5, 2024, forensic investigations determining who was impacted were only completed on May 5, 2025, with the notice circulation starting last Friday. McLaren is a nonprofit health system in the U.S. with $6.6 billion in annual revenue, operating a network that spans 14 Michigan hospitals (2,624 beds). I

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Scaling integrated digital health

technologyreview.com Mit Technology Review Insights 2025-09-01 13:19:03

Through a survey of 300 health care executives and a program of interviews with industry experts, startup leaders, and academic researchers, this report explores the best practices for success when implementing integrated digital solutions into health care, and how these can support decision-makers in a range of settings, including laboratories and hospitals. Key findings include: Health care is primed for digital adoption. The global pandemic underscored the benefits of value-based care a

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The First ‘Blood of Dawnwalker’ Gameplay Teases a Vampiric Adventure

gizmodo.com Justin Carter 2025-09-01 19:50:21

The Witcher 3 turned 10 years old back in May, and if you’ve been hoping for an RPG like it, that’s where Blood of Dawnwalker could come in. The fantasy-RPG from Rebel Wolves—made up of CD Projekt Red alums deeply involved with both Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077—is a ways out, but that’s not stopping the studio from showing off some of its systems and its take on being half-vampire. Plotwise, the game is set in a fictional 14th century medieval Europe and stars Coen, who’s been recently turned i

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12 Probiotic-Rich Foods to Keep Your Gut Healthy

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-09-01 14:28:00

Many people talk about probiotics as supplements, but you can actually get these microorganisms through your diet by eating foods high in probiotics. Probiotics can provide benefits such as helping with chronic health issues like IBS and IBD, supporting digestion and maintaining a healthy balance in your gut microbiome by encouraging beneficial bacteria to grow. Fortunately, many probiotic foods are already in your fridge or pantry. You can also find them easily at your local grocery store, so

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A Sneak Peek at Samsung's Plan to Help Us Defy Aging With the Galaxy Watch

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-09-01 19:38:00

Samsung's Galaxy Watches are taking preventive care and healthy aging to the next level with personalized coaching and a new blood analysis feature you can use right from your wrist, no needle necessary. The update is part of a broader push by Samsung to help people take action on their health in the moment, to fend off chronic illness in the long run. I spoke with Dr. Hon Pak, Samsung's senior vice president and head of digital health, to get a closer look at what's coming to the Galaxy Watch a

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Show HN: I Built a Site That Curates Weird YouTube Rabbit Holes Daily

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-09-01 17:35:50

Get ready to plan your way to a healthier you with these delicious meal ideas that will have you saying 'yum' instead of 'blah'!

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Oura, Maven Clinic team up to bring biometric data into clinical care

cnbc.com Ian Thomas 2025-09-08 05:31:47

That shift prompted Maven's new partnership with Oura, also a three-time Disruptor 50 company, which was ranked No. 23 on the 2025 CNBC Disruptor 50 list and has been on its own path of wellness and preventive health via its eponymous Ring in recent years. Ryder said that a recent survey of Maven Clinic members found that nearly three out of four members are tracking their health regularly with some sort of device, and consumers are asking, "How do I take my health into my own hands with all th

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Ultrahuman's new AI tool can predict your risk for cancer, fatigue, and more - here's what it costs

zdnet.com Nina Raemont 2025-09-08 05:30:13

What if there were a way to see the future of your health through a simple blood test? This test would assess your susceptibility to certain cancers and present your cholesterol, blood health, fatigue, glucose, and more in the context of longevity and holistic wellness. While this vision appears similar to Elizabeth Holmes' blood test startup Theranos, the end product this time comes from a different company -- and could produce life-changing results. Best known for its smart ring, Ultrahuman h

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Samsung could charge for new Health features, but would you hit subscribe?

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-08 15:39:45

Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority 🗣️ This is an open thread. We want to hear from you! Share your thoughts in the comments and vote in the poll below — your take might be featured in a future roundup. I’m not against paying for subscriptions. Last week, I wrote a piece about subscriptions I’ll happily pay for, especially focusing on those that add value to my daily life. However, I do have my limits. On Wednesday, Samsung’s head of digital health suggested that the company is once again cons

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Samsung could soon put some Galaxy Watch features behind a paywall

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-08 18:59:03

C. Scott Brown / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung is thinking about a paid Samsung Health subscription, according to a company executive. The executive reportedly likened the offering to Fitbit Premium or Garmin Connect Plus. This news also comes as Samsung inches closer to introducing a paid tier for its Galaxy AI features. Samsung’s Galaxy Watch line offers a variety of health and fitness features, and the company is adding even more via the One UI 8 Watch update. Now, Samsung has confirmed

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Trump’s EPA to “reconsider” ban on cancer-causing asbestos

arstechnica.com Unknown 2025-09-09 09:08:09

Despite touting ambitious goals of making America healthier, the Trump administration on Monday revealed in court documents that it is backpedaling on a ban on cancer-causing asbestos. Last year, under the Biden administration, the Environmental Protection Agency took a long-awaited step to ban the last type of asbestos still used in the US—chrysotile asbestos, aka "white asbestos." While use of chrysotile asbestos was on the decline, the dangerous mineral has lingered in various gaskets, brake

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Stay on Top of These 6 Blood Tests to Make Sure You're Monitoring Your Health

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-09-09 20:45:03

Having your blood drawn might not be much fun, but regular diagnostic tests of your blood can detect diseases early for treatment and give your doctor and medical providers critical information about how well your body is functioning. The proper frequency of these blood tests depends on your age and personal health status -- the most important thing is to ask your doctor which tests you need and when you need them. With all the different types of blood tests out there, it's good to go into you

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“Have we no shame?”: Trump’s NIH grant cuts appallingly illegal, judge rules

arstechnica.com Unknown 2025-09-10 00:19:05

The Trump administration has locked horns with a federal judge who ruled on Monday that more than $1 billion in DEI-fueled cuts to federal health research clearly discriminated against racial minorities and LGBTQ+ people. In what The New York Times dubbed a “damning assessment” of Trump’s motives, Judge Williams G. Young ruled from the bench that the cuts were “void and illegal,” saying it was his “duty” to immediately order funding restored. “I would be blind not to call it out,” Young said,

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Predict your future health? Ultrahuman's new AI tool says it can - for $800/year

zdnet.com Nina Raemont 2025-09-10 03:00:00

What if there were a way to see the future of your health through a simple blood test? This test would assess your susceptibility to certain cancers and present your cholesterol, blood health, fatigue, glucose, and more in the context of longevity and holistic wellness. While this vision appears similar to Elizabeth Holmes' blood test startup Theranos, the end product this time comes from a different company -- and could produce life-changing results. Best known for its smart ring, Ultrahuman h

Topics: blood data health ultrahuman vision

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“Have we no shame?“: Trump’s NIH grant cuts appallingly illegal, judge rules

arstechnica.com Unknown 2025-09-10 05:19:05

The Trump administration has locked horns with a federal judge who ruled on Monday that more than $1 billion in DEI-fueled cuts to federal health research clearly discriminated against racial minorities and LGBTQ+ people. In what The New York Times dubbed a “damning assessment” of Trump’s motives, Judge Williams G. Young ruled from the bench that the cuts were “void and illegal,” saying it was his “duty” to immediately order funding restored. “I would be blind not to call it out,” Young said,

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Samsung could charge for new Health features, but would you hit subscribe?

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“Have we no shame?”: Trump’s NIH grant cuts appallingly illegal, judge rules

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