A new artificial intelligence (AI) model designed by Scripps Research scientists could help clinicians better screen patients for atrial fibrillation (or AFib) - an irregular, fast heartbeat that is ...

The diagnosis of atrial fibrillation remains remarkably straightforward: a single hospital visit, a pulse palpation, and an ECG. On a standard ECG, the organise ...

Atrial fibrillation is a well-known risk factor for stroke that often remains undetected; yet, the benefit of screening of asymptomatic individuals remains unclear. A recent randomized trial ...

Garmin has announced a new ECG app for AFibVenu 2 Plus smartwatch users. This app is cleared by the U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and allows anyone with the Venu 2 Plus to record their ...

Garmin is the latest company to give its users the ability to take an ECG reading from their wrist. The company is launching a new ECG app that allows users to record their heart rhythm and check for ...

Knowing how to use the Fitbit ECG app on your Google Pixel Watch is essential for detecting signs of atrial fibrillation (AFib). As with most serious health features on smartwatches, you’ll likely ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Two studies found that mass screening for atrial fibrillation in older adults does not reduce stroke. In one ...

Fitness wearables, like smartwatches, are becoming smarter with each iteration. In addition to step, heart rate, and workout tracking, newer versions are even able to measure your ECG ...

Using the ECG on Apple Watch Series 4 is dead easy. Photo: Lewis Wallace/Cult of Mac Ed Dentel has become the poster child for the new ECG function of the Apple Watch. He installed the recent update ...

Smartwatches have grown from obscure gadgets and fashion accessories to comprehensive health and fitness trackers in just a few short years. As of early 2024, the market has devices with a wide range ...