Thryve vs. In-House Integrations: Why a Unified Health Data API is Better Than Going Solo
Thryve vs. In-House Integrations: Why a Unified Health Data API is Better Than Going Solo With the rise of health data aggregators released by big tech companies such as Google and Apple, developers have new ways to bring user health data into their digital health solutions. Health Connect, which centralizes health data on Android devices, […]
Google Fit API Deprecation and the New Health Connect by Android: What Thryve Customers Need to Know
Google Fit API Deprecation and the New Health Connect by Android: What Thryve Customers Need to Know Google is encouraging developers to migrate to Health Connect, a unified platform for health and fitness data that integrates Android health sources, such as Fitbit, Google Fit, and Samsung Health. Google recently announced the deprecation of Google Fit APIs, […]
Which wearables are relevant?
A frequent question we hear from digital health and wellness services targets device manufacturer distribution. When it comes to integrating data from wearables, smartwatches and health trackers, what devices are your users actually using? Which vendors do you need to integrate, so that you cover the majority of your users devices? Or simply put, is it enough […]
Get real-time data from wearables
BACK TO BLOG A frequent question around tracker data centres around the timeliness of data provision. How fast is smartwatch data available for digital health services? In short, expect smartwatch and wearables data being available in near real-time in best cases, taking less than 10 seconds for delivery. However, a variety of factors determines the actual speed of […]
What CASA means for GoogleFit
BACK TO BLOG Google has tighten the screws for apps and services that wish to access its data. This applies across the board and due to the sensitive nature of the data they process, health & wellness services are no exception. Services are increasingly required to provide a CASA audit as a prerequisite to access […]
How Sleep-Measuring Wearables Transform Rest and Recharge
BACK TO BLOG Sleep isn’t just another biomarker; it’s a powerful keyhole into our physical and mental well-being, the very cornerstone of our health. 🛌 Its influence on physical health, mental clarity, and emotional balance is undeniable. With the advent of wearable technology, tracking sleep patterns has become more accessible and convenient than ever before. […]
What wearables reveal about your cardiovascular health
BACK TO BLOG Our heart, the maestro of our blood’s circulation, plays a vital role in our overall health. Thanks to advancements in wearable tech, we now have a unique opportunity to peek into how this important organ functions, gaining new insights into our heart health. Let’s explore how wearables are changing the way we […]
How wearables unlock epigenetic intervention
BACK TO BLOG Digital Epigenetics: How wearables make personalised health the standard in 2023 In the world of scientific breakthroughs, few fields are as intriguing and promising as epigenetics. Epigenetics delves into the relationship between genes and the environment, shedding light on how our lifestyle choices influence our genetic makeup. As technology advances, the integration […]
Privacy compliant wearables’ integration
BACK TO BLOG Privacy is a defining topic of our times, not least since the scandal around Cambridge Analytica. Regulators are set up around the globe to enforce privacy standards and ensure data sovereignty. For healthcare companies that are slack, consequences are especially critical: ❗️ Millions of fines for data breaches and lax safeguards ❗️ De-listing of services from […]
An overview of wearable ECG signal measurement
BACK TO BLOG Electrocardiograms (ECG or EKG) records are emerging as an essential and innovative feature in approximately 50% of the latest wearable devices available today. Enabling this measurement at any time, anywhere provides great potential to trigger a significant revolution in numerous use cases, owing to the wealth of biomarkers that can be derived […]
