The accuracy of pulse oximetry readings on individuals with darker skin tones has been questioned by researchers. The FDA addressed the issue at a meeting last year, citing real-world studies showing ...

Pulse oximetry can be performed with disposable or reusable sensors, and hospitals and birthing centers must select the type of sensor that best meets the needs of their facility. 1 The SACHDNC ...

Fingertip monitors known as pulse oximeters that can be used at home to detect low blood oxygen levels (hypoxaemia) give higher readings for patients with darker than lighter skin tones, finds the ...

Trusted 2025 Pulse Oximeter Review: Accurate SpO2 and Heart Rate Tracking Backed by FDA Approval for Reliable At-Home Monitoring HOUSTON, September 6, 2025 (Newswire.com) - This review contains ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Real-world study looked at relationship between skin pigmentation and pulse oximeter bias in critically ill ...

Pulse oximetry was less accurate for people with darker skin tones in two studies, one regarding home-use devices and the other hospital-grade devices, although with some surprising differences ...

After decades of long-standing worries connected to the accuracy of pulse oximetry dependent on skin tone differences, the COVID-19 pandemic underscored the concerns after the machines were used ...

Rural hospitals made up a larger share of 2026 layoffs as closures slowed. About 720 rural hospitals remain at risk of closing, raising access concerns. If Passed, Idaho's Proposition 1 Would Allow ...

Just as Apple is forced to remove blood oxygen tracking from top Apple Watch models in the US, Garmin is doubling down on making its SpO2 readings more accurate. In a new filing, Garmin has patented ...

Proper blood circulation is considered essential for maintaining a healthy body and ensuring that all organs function correctly. Hemoglobin, a protein present in the blood, continuously delivers ...