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CSIRO builds facility focused on keeping Australians & the economy healthy
Health Technologies

CSIRO builds facility focused on keeping Australians & the economy healthy

New 'one stop shop' facility M2 has been launched in Australia to accelerate the development of life-changing medicine and medical devices.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Wed, 6th Sep 2017
App rewards medication adherence with movie tickets - signs NSW health deal
Health Technologies

App rewards medication adherence with movie tickets - signs NSW health deal

Perx Health has signed a commercial agreement with Sydney Local Health District (SLHD) to test the platform with selected patients.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Jul 2017

Global Stories

Medical Technologies (MedTech) stories

Digital tech - the answer to Aussie healthcare's biggest ailments?
Health Technologies

Digital tech - the answer to Aussie healthcare's biggest ailments?

The popularity of telehealth has been rising steadily as a viable option for medical consultation and diagnosis.

By Marc Loveridge • 5 min read • Wed, 31st May 2017
Fitbit unleashes new sleep features
Health Technologies

Fitbit unleashes new sleep features

Fitbit has launched new sleep tools to help users improve sleep consistency and overall health, in collaboration with sleep experts.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
Software-defined data centre technology taking the world by storm
Virtualisation

Software-defined data centre technology taking the world by storm

Sophisticated security technologies are boosting interest in software-defined data centers, with 93% of executives recognizing their benefits.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 5th May 2016
Could virtual reality stave off the obesity epidemic?
Health Technologies

Could virtual reality stave off the obesity epidemic?

Virtual reality shows promise in combating obesity and treating weight-related disorders, according to new research.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Feb 2016
Apple gains dominance in healthcare sector
Open source

Apple gains dominance in healthcare sector

Apple is gaining traction in the health and medical research space with ResearchKit, the open source software framework.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Mar 2015

Stories from Other Regions

Medical Technologies (MedTech) stories

NZ diabetes patients can forgo routine finger pricks, due to this new device
Health Technologies

NZ diabetes patients can forgo routine finger pricks, due to this new device

The glucose monitoring device that removes the pain of routine finger pricking and encourages an active lifestyle...

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Jul 2017
3D Printing revolutionises health education in South Island
Health Technologies

3D Printing revolutionises health education in South Island

New Zealanders are using 3D printing to help educate communities about diabetes, demonstrating how technology can enhance learning.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Apr 2017
New Zealand Innovation Awards celebrates most successful homegrown trailblazers
Health Technologies

New Zealand Innovation Awards celebrates most successful homegrown trailblazers

The NZ Awards attracted more than 700 entrepreneurs, innovators, businesspeople and investors at the Sky City Convention Centre last night.

By Sara Barker • 5 min read • Fri, 21st Oct 2016
Step away from the screen: Survey finds Kiwis' eye strain is a huge problem
Gaming

Step away from the screen: Survey finds Kiwis' eye strain is a huge problem

New findings show eye strain is a bigger problem than ever in NZ, and optometrists are urging us to step away from our screens, or use protection.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Oct 2016
How Callaghan Innovation's $244m revenue is shaping Kiwi innovation
Risk & Compliance

How Callaghan Innovation's $244m revenue is shaping Kiwi innovation

Callaghan Innovation's 2015-2016 Annual Report is scheduled for Parliament, and it puts forward some of the most grand successes for Kiwi innovation.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 28th Sep 2016
Aranz Medical named NZ Hi-Tech Awards finalist
Health Technologies

Aranz Medical named NZ Hi-Tech Awards finalist

Aranz Medical vies for top NZ Hi-Tech prize, showcasing their innovative 3D healthcare solutions amid industry acclaim.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 31st Mar 2016
Fitbit's latest: the Alta
Digital Signage

Fitbit's latest: the Alta

Fitbit has released its latest fitness tracker, the Fitbit Alta, featuring a slim design and interchangeable bands.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Fri, 5th Feb 2016
Swibo: Physiotherapy as a game
Health Technologies

Swibo: Physiotherapy as a game

Swibo's game, Tilt, transforms physiotherapy into an enjoyable challenge, collecting data to tailor training schemes.

By Dave Moskovitz • 2 min read • Mon, 5th Oct 2015
NZ Govt initiative encourages tech innovations
Health Technologies

NZ Govt initiative encourages tech innovations

The Technology Innovation National Science Challenge will focus on developing new technologies to create commercially successful breakthrough products.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Sep 2015
Kiwi companies recognised for ICT innovation on world stage
Health Technologies

Kiwi companies recognised for ICT innovation on world stage

Six New Zealand companies have been selected as finalists in this year's World Summit Awards for creativity and innovation in ICT.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 3rd Aug 2015