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"One of the biggest knocks against Google Glass by its critics is the perceived lack of practical uses for the wearable computing device. The jury is still out on that device until it hits the mainstream, but in the meantime, Evena Medical has just unveiled a different kind of glasses-like gadget \u2014 one that promises an immediate and practical impact for hospitals and nurses worldwide. \nSee also: Prescription Lenses for Google Glass Coming in January\nEyes-On Glasses are billed as the world\u2019s first wearable point-of-care system for real-time vascular imaging. The glasses allow the wearer to identify a patient\u2019s veins by \u201Cseeing through\u201D their skin using the company's patented near-infrared (NIR) visualization. \nIn the very near future, the wearable device could make delivering injections and positioning intravenous catheters a lot less painful and more efficient. \n\nEvena\u2019s device also uses Epson\u2019s Moverio \u201Csmart glasses\u201D technology, which allows the wearer to view overlays of virtual content over objects in the real world.  \n\u201CIt\u2019s extremely gratifying that one of the first healthcare solution concepts featuring Epson\u2019s Moverio smart glasses technology is one that improves both patient comfort and nursing efficiency,\u201D says Anna Jen, the director of new ventures and new products for Epson America, in a statement provided to Mashable. \nEyes-On Glasses can also transmit the images viewed to remote locations via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and 3G and are equipped with speakers for two-way audio conferencing and built-in storage for photos and videos. \n\nIn addition to the medical uses for the device, the Eyes-On also has the ability to connect directly to a hospital medical records system, allowing the wearer to view and document vital patient information. \nAn Evena spokesperson also told Mashable that the smart glasses will sell for about $10,000 and will begin shipping to most major world markets, excluding the EU, in the first quarter of 2014. \nBONUS: 10 Android Apps for Health &amp; Fitness \n\n\n10 Android Apps for Health &amp; Fitness\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBackpacker GPS Trails\nTime to get outside, O nerdy one! Backpacker GPS Trails can help you find and explore awesome trails that will improve your health, broaden your horizons, and give you something cool to do with that 8MP camera of yours.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNike BOOM\nIf music is your ideal motivator, try Nike BOOM. This app syncs your music to your workouts and throws in some audio-visual motivation from pro coaches and athletes along the way. You got this!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInstant Heart Rate Pro\nFor tracking just how much fat your body is burning, we suggest an app like Instant Heart Rate. It shows your heart rate measurements, a real-time PPG graph and your heart-rate history.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBMI Calculator\nThis free BMI Calculator will give you key information for setting or optimizing your fitness goals. And it should work for all but the most muscular of bodies.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPocket Yoga\nIf your day could use some deep breathing and flexibility, try Pocket Yoga, which packs 145 poses in the palm of your hand. You can choose from three different practices, difficulty levels and durations for a total of 27 sessions. Namaste!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCrossFit Travel\nIf you're anything like us, you spend some time on the road for work and/or pleasure. Time on the road, however, means time for you to forget about your workout. CrossFit Travel comes to the rescue with an impressive list of exercises that can be done in a hotel room or other small space.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSquats\nThis one's for the ladies, and the name says it all. If toning your backside is tantamount to holiness, you'll want to check out Squats. The app will help you reach your goals of a hundred or more squats in a row, and the enviable posterior that comes with such an accomplishment.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCalorie Counter\nMyFitnessPal offers this Calorie Counter for keeping track of your nutrition -- an important part of any health regime. This groovy app also comes with a barcode scanner, so you can easily find out exactly what nutrients and no-nos are hiding in pre-packaged foods.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJEFIT Pro\nHere's a bodybuilding app for the muscle-bound. JEFIT Pro is a highly-rated app to help you track your progress, time your workouts, and beat your own records, all without the hassle of pen or paper.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpecTrek\nFitness should be fun, and SpecTrek is the app that proves it. This AR game gets you out and moving around in the real world, hunting \"ghosts\" using your camera, GPS, and your own quickly-moving feet.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHave something to add to this story? Share it in the comments.\nImage: Evena Medical "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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