Health & Fitness Technology Blog — Withings

Each year, 18.6 million people die from heart related diseases. The World Heart Federation created World Heart Day in 1999 with the goal to inform everyone about the reach of heart disease, and urge people to take care of their own heart health. By simply controlling risk factors, at least 80% of premature cardiovascular disease (CVD) and stroke deaths can be avoided! So, how’s your ticker “tocking''? Are there any lifestyle changes you can make to ensure your heart is at its best? What is cardiovascular disease (aka CVD)? If you are wondering about your heart’s health, read the blog to find out!

Millions of people each day are affected by conditions that impact their heart and blood vessels in some way - often leading to stroke, high blood pressure, kidney disease, impaired blood supply to the legs and other related disorders. Atrial fibrillation is one of the most common forms of cardiovascular disease affecting Australians today, and the most common type of heart rhythm disorder. Studies show that around half a million Aussies are currently living with AFib! It is also estimated that one in three people are at risk of developing AFib in their lifetime. So what is Atrial fibrillation? What are its symptoms and triggers? And can people monitor AFib from home?

French tech firm Withings has recently announced their acquisition of popular health and fitness app, “8FIT.” The deal is a gamechanger for Withings, who center on creating smart health devices that help consumers achieve their long-term health goals.  CEO of Withings, Matheiu Letombe, stated that the move enters Withings into “the era of the ‘product-service-data,’ combining personal health data with personalised wellness plans,” to “further deliver on our mission to empower anyone to be healthier in the long-run.” Withings - Advanced Smart Health Technology Accessible to Everyone Withings is one of the world’s leading health-tech giants - responsible for bringing...

$40 OFF Withings ScanWatch (38mm Rose Gold) - Today Only  The world's most advanced Hybrid Smartwatch with ECG, SpO2 (oximetry) - the Withings ScanWatch - is here at FitTrack now.  We are thrilled to have the stunning Withings ScanWatch 38mm Rose Gold edition in stock.   Get $40 off by using the coupon code GCF4B6NXCVTF.  Until midnight tonight (1st October 2021).  Ships next week.   Why is the Withings ScanWatch the Most Advanced Hybrid Smartwatch Available Today? On-demand Medical-grade electrocardiogram (ECG) Irregular heartbeat detection Breathing disturbances detection Pulse oximetry (SpO2) Advanced sleep tracking 24/7 Fitness Tracking with automatic sports / activity detection Why Do People...