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In a Longevity-Obsessed World, ‘Well-Being Status’ Is the New Flex

Health metrics such as sleep scores and VO2 max are now status symbols. A neuroscientist says the obsession runs deeper than wellness — and so do the risks.

Oura-Mira Partnership Marks Next Step in Women’s Health Tracking

Oura is bringing its continuous monitoring data to Mira users, who will be able to put symptoms like fatigue, poor sleep and stress in the context of hormonal fluctuations.

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Wearables Could Become Proactive Mental Health Tools, Study Suggests

A new study has uncovered a novel use for wearables in mental health treatment: treating major depressive relapses before they occur.

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Somnee’s AI Sleep Headband Takes Top Prize at NFLPA Pitch Day

Somnee was named winner of the NFL Players Association’s 10th annual Pitch Day, following in the footsteps of brands like Whoop.

Stanford Grads Launch Continuous Hormone-Monitoring Wearable for Women

Clair's non-invasive wearable continuously tracks key hormones in real time, signaling a broader shift toward women-first health tech in fitness and wellness.

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Apple Is Scaling Back Its AI Health Coach Plans, Per Report

Apple is reportedly shelving its standalone “Health+” service, instead folding tools into Apple Health as competition in wearables and AI-driven wellness intensifies.

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Garmin Leak Hints at Screenless Wristband to Rival Whoop

A briefly posted “Cirqa Smart Band” listing suggests Garmin may be preparing to enter the screen-free fitness wearable market.

Wearables Enter the Spotlight at Australian Open Amid Whoop Controversy

Top players Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka were ordered to remove their Whoop bands before matches at the Australian Open.

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CES 2026: The Fitness & Wellness Tech Trends You Need To Know

Longevity-focused home gadgets, exoskeletons and AI were on everyone's minds at this year's Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.

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Investors Are Pouring Money Into Wellness Startups, Especially Wearables

Fitness and wellness climbed to the third-most funded digital health category in 2025, fueled by investor demand for measurable health data.