Consumer
Bodysphere's announcement was spread across a number of mainstream news and social media channels before the company released a statement that explained its misunderstanding.
The PPG-based feature automatically measures the wearer's heart rhythm every five minutes, and will be ready for integration with a range of devices later this year.
pandemic
The startup is working with national emergency services to remotely triage, support and manage infected people in isolation.
UK
New @HomeVR modality makes accredited simulations available on standalone headsets.
The company is also adding more content to its Fitbit Premium subscription service.
COVID-19
Customers can also act as a sponsor, purchasing tests for key workers and vulnerable people
Users can choose from 100 conditions and get information about telemedicine pricing and medication services.
NHS
The platform enables healthcare professionals to conduct video appointments with remote patients.
Both efforts are employing popular consumer wearables and health trackers to spot potential cases of COVID-19 or other viral diseases as they begin.
The simple finger-prick test will be made available first to NHS staff.