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Posted in gadget, review, technology, timesaver on Dec 30th, 2008
Introducing the iBreath Breathalyzer & FM Transmitter for iPod from David Steele Enterprises. The iBreath gadget allows the user to check their breath alcohol content. The iBreath is an innovative gadget designed to operate with the iPod.
Just fold out the blow wand and exhale into it for at least 5 seconds. 2 seconds later, this amazing tool let’s you know [...]
Posted in Equipment, gadget, technology, timesaver on Oct 5th, 2008
I am no narcolept, but have on occasion found myself waking at the computer terminal in the realm of unpleasant disorientation, with the screensaver pixels dancing with laughter. But those troublesome sprites will worry me no more - thanks to the Kokuklok - all the way from Switzerland.
With the choice of ‘cockerel‘, ‘electronic‘, ‘classic‘ or ‘slayer guitar‘ [...]
Posted in emergency medicine, gadget, technology on Oct 4th, 2008
A regular flashlight can be handy in times of emergency - and now this device has been made even handier with the addition of audible BLS guidelines. This talking flashlight prompts the user through the critical aspects of the CPR process with a clear and calm female voice. It includes adult, child and baby specific instructions compliant with [...]
Posted in cardiology, education, emergency medicine, fitness, gadget, health, technology on Oct 2nd, 2008
The iPhone Heart Monitor - great stuff. This application uses your iPhones in-built microphone to detect, calculate and store your heart rate. The iPhone microphone (especially the one built into your headphones) can record your pulse from your chest, wrist or neck. Watching the video, it looks like it will be a perfect application for [...]
Posted in Equipment, education, fitness, gadget, health, technology, telehealth, timesaver on Oct 2nd, 2008
Around the world, people are living longer and striving to lead independent, happy, and healthy lives - unfortunately the concurrent rise in chronic disease conditions such as diabetes, combined with ‘longevity’ has resulted in an exaltation of patients spending ‘quality time’ within the environs of their local emergency room and becoming acquainted with the personnel therein.
To assist [...]
Posted in gadget, search, technology on Sep 25th, 2008
Over 1600 eponymous signs, symptoms and syndromes packed into this free website - alphabetically sorted and ready to read on your iPhone, Palm or windows mobile. Impress your friends with your knowledge of ‘Jumping Frenchman of Maine Syndrome’ or ‘Kew Gardens Spotted fever’…you know you want to
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