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DEEP TROUBLE: A HEART ATTACK WHILE DIVING
Husband-and-wife divers Eric and Nicole DeHaven were on a dive nearly 2 hours off the coast of a small Belize island when Nicole had a heart attack. Now they’re convinced an inReach® satellite communication device1 and dive case should be an imperative part of all divers’ kits. Nicole DeHaven was 30’ deep into her dive when she was struck […]
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The Science of Sleep: Garmin Health at the Forefront of Sleep Research Initiatives
Read our new edition of the Garmin Health Research Glimpse, a journey into the realm of health and clinical research, focusing on the essential yet often overlooked aspect of human well-being — sleep. As we delve into the significance of sleep research, we’ll explore how Garmin is at the forefront, contributing invaluable insights to various studies […]
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2023 Garmin Fitness Report
New data shows Garmin customers work year-round to meet their goals — no New Year’s resolutions needed. The champagne has been popped and Auld Lang Syne has been sung. Now what? Many people use this time as an opportunity to set new goals but before you get too focused on how to change your habits, […]
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Increased Physical Activity Improves Quality of Life in Patients with Congenital Heart Defects
Using Garmin smartwatches, researchers have found that tracking activity levels in cardiovascular patients can help lead to better self-reported quality of life. The German Heart Centre in Munich, in collaboration with the Technical University of Munich (TUM), is at the forefront of cardiovascular care, particularly when it comes to congenital heart defects (CHDs). The two […]
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Garmin Fitness Trackers Help Researchers Understand Sleep Issues for Rare Disease Patients
In a new study, health technology company Aparito investigated the use of Garmin fitness trackers to assess sleep quality¹ in individuals affected by adult-onset idiopathic isolated focal cervical dystonia (AOIFCD). AOIFCD is a neurological disorder characterised by involuntary neck spasms that can significantly impact sleep. With sleep-related challenges reported by up to 70% of AOIFCD patients, this study […]
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Researchers Eye Garmin Fitness Tracker Data as Helpful Tool in Improving U.S. Maternal Morbidity Rates
The United States is in the throes of a maternal mortality and morbidity crisis, with a 2022 report from the CDC reporting that “more than 80% of maternal deaths [in the U.S.] are considered preventable” — a staggering increase from 60% in 2017. What’s more, the historical focus on prevention from an inpatient setting has led to […]
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Better HemoLife Project Uses Health Features from Garmin Smartwatches to Enhance the Ability of Haemophilia Patients to Create Active Moments
Better HemoLife, the project under the supervision of Dr. Monthon Suwannurak — President of the Haemophilia Patient Club of Thailand — has applied technology from Garmin smartwatches to the medical industry for the first time in Thailand. This technology is intended to enhance the exercise capability of haemophilia or bleeding-prone patients using Garmin Health features. We consider the programme […]
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Researchers Find Promising Link Between Garmin Smartwatch Data and Mental Health Outcomes
Project Chéria participants who tracked physiological data using Garmin smartwatches were less likely to report symptoms of major depressive disorder According to a recent report by the World Health Organisation, the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic has led to a 25% rise in depression and anxiety worldwide. But the situation is not hopeless. A recent study showed […]
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Using the vívofit 4 to Investigate the Impact of Maintenance Therapy on Exercise for Cancer Patients
A study of ovarian cancer patients, carried out by the North Eastern German Society for Gynaecologic Oncology (NOGGO eV), is investigating the efficacy of maintenance therapy with a PARP inhibitor and its impact on the activity levels of patients. Using the vívofit® 4 fitness tracker to collect vital participant health and fitness data, researchers hope to establish whether […]
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The 10,000th inReach SOS: A Foot in the Wrong Direction
In October 2022, we announced that more than 10,000 individuals had received help after triggering SOS distress signals on their inReach® satellite communication devices. So what was the actual 10,000th inReach SOS incident? Three separate inReach SOS triggers came into the Garmin Response℠ Centre moments apart, all reporting a dirt bike crash and a severe leg injury. The injured individual was […]
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Telemedicine Solutions for Remote Patient Monitoring and Care Management with Garmin and Qurasoft
Qurasoft, a leading software company specialising in remote patient monitoring, is stepping into the future of health care by combining its SaniQ application with Garmin health metrics. Using the Garmin Health Standard SDK to communicate data from Garmin wearables to the application, patients consent to sharing their data, which is collected and reviewed by patients and their health care team. The […]
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Three Ways to Increase Driver Awareness with Garmin
As the old saying goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Setting yourself up with the right equipment before you ever leave your driveway can help increase your peace of mind while on the road. Not sure where to start? Here’s what we recommend. A GPS Sat Nav Distracted driving is […]