Where to buy face shields online and get them delivered within days
This retailer has face shields for only $4 and offers quick and reliable shipping. You can order as little as 10, and there are discounts for essential workers.
Face mask buying guide: Mask types, certifications, and where to get them
Face coverings are mandatory in many places now. If you're looking to learn more about masks (including where to buy them), here's everything you need to know.
Garmin confirms ransomware cyberattack shut down services
Garmin has confirmed a cyberattack was behind their July 23 outage.
Garmin services slowly coming back to life after reported ransomware attack
Garmin services are slowly resuming normal operations after last week's big outage due to a reported ransomware attack.
Garmin services down after reported ransomware attack
A reported ransomware attack took Garmin servers down on Thursday July 23.
No needles required: New wearable will provide glucose readings at a glance
Imagine if measuring your glucose levels was as simple as a quick glance at your wrist. That’s the promise of continuous glucose monitoring startup Movano.
Rapid urine test tells the truth about your diet, even if you don’t
An international team of researchers has developed a rapid urine test that can measure the quality of your diet and whether it’s a good fit for your body.
Where to buy hand sanitizer online and get it delivered in days
Need hand sanitizer but coming up empty-handed? Here's where to buy hand sanitizer online and get it delivered in days, not weeks or even months.
Masks are now mandatory in Virginia — here’s where to buy them for less than $1
If you still need some cheap face masks for yourself and your loved ones but they're out of stock everywhere, Well Before has them for less than $1 apiece.
The FDA has shut down a Bill Gates-backed coronavirus testing program
The FDA has requested the shutdown of SCAN, a Seattle-based coronavirus testing program backed by Bill Gates, while it awaits an emergency use authorization.
MIT says it can tell how healthy you are by analyzing your dishwasher
MIT's Sapple system could monitor your health by analyzing how you use your various household appliances, from your washing machine to your hairdryer.
How to run in a virtual race
Runners have been participating in virtual races to exercise and compete during the coronavirus lockdown. Here's how you can stay fit while still staying safe.
Freeze-dried blood could help preserve donations for years
Blood can normally be stored for just six weeks. Using a new technique developed by researchers at the University of Louisville, that could all change.
FDA authorizes first at-home coronavirus test
In response to a mass shortage of available tests, the FDA has authorized a direct-to-consumer at-home test for the coronavirus, officially known as COVID-19.Â
Sweat-analyzing patch could help spot biomarkers linked to COVID-19
Epicore's sweat-sensing smart patches could help track biometrics in athletes and a variety of other individuals — and even keep tabs on coronavirus patients.
How do ventilators work?
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, hospitals are needing ventilators in greater numbers. Here's how the life-saving machines work, and why they're needed.
Garmin data shows how we’re staying active during the coronavirus pandemic
Outdoor activities like golfing, swimming, skiing, and snowboarding have seen a significant drop in recent weeks as coronavirus closed gyms and ski resorts.
The Talo smart toothbrush offers to completely clean your teeth in 20 seconds
The Talo smart toothbrush is currently on Kickstarter and claims to clean your teeth in just 20 seconds by using the Bass Technique recommended by the ADA.
Peloton won’t sell or deliver treadmills as part of social distancing efforts
The popular fitness company Peloton is suspending sales of its Tread treadmills, as delivering them to customers' homes poses a risk of spreading coronavirus
If you think you have the coronavirus, don’t go to the doctor. Call oneÂ
There are many benefits to telemedicine, doing a virtual visit with your doctor when you're sick, especially during a potential outbreak, like the coronavirus.
Life Fitness adds Samsung Galaxy Watch integration to cardio workout machines
Life Fitness has announced Samsung Galaxy Watch integration with its cardio machines, allowing users to share data between their watch and machines with a tap.
SXSW 2020’s fate uncertain after Twitter, Facebook pull out amid coronavirus fears
Both Facebook and Twitter have cancelled appearances at SXSW 2020, and it's likely only the first couple companies to do so over coronavirus fears.
As coronavirus spreads, is it safe to buy products shipped from China?
There is no way the coronavirus could be active long enough on a surface for it to become contagious through the touching of a package or a product from China.
Thanks to the Apple Watch, time may be up for this silent killer
Apple wants to know if its Apple Watch can reduce the risk of stroke by detecting early signs of AFib through a new stroke study with Johnson & Johnson.
Wild new ‘Trojan horse’ nanoparticle clears your arteries by gobbling up plaque
A hungry nanoparticle that eats away at your insides sounds like a nightmare straight out of a Michael Crichton novel. In fact, it could be a future defense against heart attacks, strokes, and potentially other fatal diseases -- as strange as that might initially sound.
Microsoft wants to use A.I. to make health care better for everyone
Microsoft is bringing artificial intelligence into the health care world with the launch of a new program that aims to improve the health of people and communities around the globe. A.I. for Health will focus on advancing medical research, reducing health inequality, and compiling global health insights.
Meet the robot helping doctors treat coronavirus patients
There have been five confirmed cases of the quickly spreading coronavirus in the U.S. Since the coronavirus can transmit from person to person, doctors at a hospital in Washington treating one of the patients have taken extra caution to protect themselves by using a robot.
Bisu Body Coach can tell if you’re at risk of a gout attack by analyzing urine
The Bisu Body Coach is a home test kit that analyzes your urine for nutrition, pH levels, uric acid, and many other relevant data points. It can warn you of an impending attack of gout and make suggestions for improving your diet. The Bisu Body Coach should be available in Q4 of 2020.
10Minds Motion Pillow 2 snags CES 2020 Innovation Award
Snoring is nothing to giggle about. It's detrimental to your health and can stress your relationship with housemates or your significant other. 10Minds' Motion Pillow 2 aims to solve that problem, and for its efforts, it has snagged a CES 2020 Innovation Award in the Health & Wellness category.
The Withings ScanWatch can spot an often-undiagnosed and very serious condition
French wearable maker Withings is kicking off the biggest electronics trade show of the year, CES 2020, with a new hybrid watch called the ScanWatch. It comes with a handful of advanced health tech features, including the ability to help detect irregular heartbeats and sleep apnea.
Pax’s newest cannabis vape tells you what’s inside each cartidge
The pocket-sized Pax Era Pro cannabis vaporizer includes a new PodID feature that allows users to read more about the cartridge they inserted in their device through the PAX app. The Pax Era Pro is available starting for $70 on Pax’s website, as well as at licensed retailers.
Google’s A.I. can now detect breast cancer more accurately than doctors can
Google’s artificial intelligence technology is able to spot signs of breast cancer in women with more accuracy than doctors, according to a new study. By using A.I. technology, there was a reduction in false positives and false negatives when it came to diagnosing forms of breast cancer in women in the U.S. and U.K.
Extended Walmart Cyber Week Deals: Last Chance to Save on TVs, consoles, & more
Walmart rules for in-store sales during Black Friday, but keeps going strong on Cyber Monday. Better still is that the number one American megastore is offering some killer Cyber Week deals on all sorts of products like 4K TVs, gaming consoles, laptops, and more -- and we've got 'em right here.
Philips Sonicare toothbrushes are half off at Amazon and Walmart for Black Friday
For those looking to have proper dentist check-ups in 2020, an electric toothbrush is a must-have for your dental arsenal. You can snag a Philips Sonicare toothbrush for up to half off as part of Walmart and Amazon Black Friday. Select Philips Sonicare electric toothbrush models up to 50% off at Walmart and Amazon.