Remote Monitoring

Remote cardiac monitoring technologies enable patient health to be tracked outside the clinical setting. It can be used for longer term monitoring to help diagnosis arrhythmias or other cardiac conditions. Remote monitoring also can keep tabs on chronic conditions such as heart failure or hypertension and alert clinicians to worsening symptoms to avoid an acute care episode or hospitalization.

FDA clears Apple Watch algorithm for detecting hypertension
The FDA’s decision arrived just days after Apple announced the new feature. "This tool empowers patients and clinicians to work together, putting prevention at the center of care," one cardiologist told Cardiovascular Business.
Dexcom issues new recall for CGM apps due to safety risk—users urged to update immediately
The FDA has categorized this as a Class I recall. If patients update their phone or watch apps as needed, they can continue to use these devices like normal.
New Apple Watch Ultra 3 makes early hypertension detection a priority
"This tool empowers patients and clinicians to work together, putting prevention at the center of care," said Ami B. Bhatt, MD, ACC chief innovation officer. "What we really want to do is create patient agency and reach as many people as we can for earlier detection of high blood pressure."
Philips launches smart telemetry platform for cardiac monitoring
Care teams can face alarm and cognitive overload, with an average of 350 alarms going off per patient per day. But Philips' new telemetry platform streamlines alarm management, delivers data-driven insights and automates clinical tasks—with operational simplicity and networking options.
Researchers use wearable fitness trackers to monitor sleep, CVD risk
A new two-year study is focused on the potential of using commercially available fitness trackers to identify patients who may face an increased risk of CVD.

Medtronic’s MiniMed 780G automated insulin delivery system

Medtronic receives key approvals for automated insulin pump

The company's automated insulin pump can now be used to treat more patients thanks to an expanded CE mark approval. Could updates from the FDA be next?

Wearable tech company pushes back after warning from FDA

The FDA thinks 24/7 fitness trackers from Boston-based Whoop should be regulated like medical devices. Whoop disagrees, however, and neither side appears to be changing its mind.

aktiia hilo band cuffless blood pressure monitor

‘The start of a paradigm shift’: FDA clears first over-the-counter cuffless blood pressure monitor

The cuffless technology, which has already gained CE mark approval, should make its U.S. debut in 2026.

Updated: Dexcom recalls more than 700K CGM receivers over safety issues—dozens of adverse events reported

There is an increased risk that these devices will not provide audible alerts for low or high blood glucose levels. The FDA has ruled that this is a Class I recall, highlighting the safety risks associated with missed alerts.

Cuffless blood pressure measurement devices: Convenient, but not ready for clinical use

Cuffless BP measurements could potentially provide significant value for clinicians and patients alike. It is still too early, however, for these technologies to be used in a clinical setting; too many unanswered questions remain.

Duke specialists to detail the benefits of treating heart failure with Barostim

Specialists with Duke University Medical System will participate in a free webinar focused on their experience treating heart failure with the implantable Barostim technology from CVRx.

Jewel Patch Wearable Cardioverter Defibrillator from Element Science

FDA approves new AI-enabled wearable cardioverter defibrillator

The newly approved device can be worn for up to a week at a time, with no daily maintenance required, and includes advanced AI algorithms that minimize the risk of false alarms or inappropriate shocks.

Cleveland Clinic completes world's first transcontinental remotely assisted HIFU procedure

Cleveland Clinic completes world's first remotely assisted HIFU procedure for prostate cancer

Providers are hopeful their work will further advance the use of such procedures in areas where patients face barriers to accessing cancer care.

Remote Monitoring

FDA clears Apple Watch algorithm for detecting hypertension

Dexcom issues new recall for CGM apps due to safety risk—users urged to update immediately

New Apple Watch Ultra 3 makes early hypertension detection a priority

Philips launches smart telemetry platform for cardiac monitoring

Researchers use wearable fitness trackers to monitor sleep, CVD risk