The use of a medical device called a pulse oximeter, which measures blood oxygen levels, has increased considerably since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. That’s in part because it’s ...

Pulse oximeters specifically intended for medical use do fall under FDA purview. It’s these device manufacturers that the agency is targeting with its draft guidance.

Pulse oximeters designed for home use have been available for some time. But in recent years, their popularity has grown as people increasingly prioritize wellness and actively seek convenient ...

A Pulse Oximeter is a very useful and affordable medical device that clamps on one of your fingers. A typical pulse oximeter incorporates a quick and easy way of measuring your heart rate as well as ...

In the fight against Covid-19, the pulse oximeter has been an essential tool for doctors and other medical professionals. But the small device that monitors oxygen levels may not work well for ...

The findings on pulse oximeters weren’t published in widely read journals, weren’t taught in medical schools, and never reached most doctors.

Read the medical study here and a New York Times story about the study here. You can learn more about the impact of this essay here. COVID-19 care has brought the pulse oximeter into many American ...

Pulse oximeters specifically intended for medical use do fall under FDA purview. It’s these device manufacturers that the agency is targeting with its draft guidance. How pulse oximeters work ...

On January 25, several US senators sent the FDA a letter urging them to look into the issue. The FDA is responsible for approving any medical pulse oximeters before they go to market.

Pulse oximeters specifically intended for medical use do fall under FDA purview. It’s these device manufacturers that the agency is targeting with its draft guidance. How pulse oximeters work ...