This randomized controlled trial provides much needed evidence that lifestyle apps can impact health behaviors.
Tag: lifestyle
Study shows effectiveness of an app in improving total daily steps
Researchers in Ireland evaluated the use of an Android smartphone app to increase patients’ activity levels, as measured by step count. Over the roughly two month period, they found a 22% increase in basal activity levels.
What Physicians need to know about the mobile health presented at 2013 CES
Lifestyle and health devices took center stage at the 2013 CES (Consumer Electronics Show). We’re looking forward to these announced products!
New Year’s Resolutions: A Physician’s overview of the best fitness trackers and what’s next
Fitness Trackers are an exciting, effective way for medical providers and patients to create lasting, healthy lifestyle change. Here are the best ones
Game your way to good health with Hubbub Health’s Social Online Community
Cambria Health Solutions uses social gaming to promote positive lifestyle changes in the new online community HubbubHealth.com. The service is free, and members can track their progress and create and join different challenges.
