During the coronavirus pandemic, Consumer Reports says, there’s sudden interest in home pulse oximeter devices, which might help monitor shortness of breath caused by COVID-19.

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 ...

There are a few different styles of pulse oximeters available. Each device features a finger clamp, which takes a reading, but the placement of the screen varies.

Pulse oximeters: Vital signs, at your fingertips A pulse oximeter is a small medical device that measures heart rate and blood oxygen saturation. It's usually clipped to your finger, but it can ...

Months later, pulse oximeters are easier to procure -- they're in stock at some stores, and there are still some decent deals to be found. Whether or not you actually need one is a different story.

Pulse oximeters with a history function save data, so you don’t have to jot down your results each time. This is a useful feature to have if you are supposed to be recording results for your doctor.

The issue of inaccurate readings for dark-skinned individuals has gotten more widespread attention as the use of pulse oximeters increased dramatically at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Earlier this week, Masimo announced the FDA clearance of the MightySat Fingertip Pulse Oximeter, representing the first FDA-cleared fingertip pulse oximeter for over-the-counter (OTC) sale directly to ...