Wearable technology for the promotion of active living
About Activity
Objective:
1/ Review the various methods for measurement of physical activity (PA) with emphasis on wearable technology.
2/ Understand the main purposes for use of PA monitors and evidence for their effectiveness in promoting PA.
3/ Review the validity of devices for research and consumer use
4/ Discuss the recommendations for use of PA monitors.
Package Title: Lifestyle & Health Research
Target Audience: All interested researchers (male/female)
Language: English
Speaker:
- Nada Albawardi, MPH, Supervisor of Epidemiology & Biostatistics Section, HSRC - supervisor of Epidemiology & Biostatistics Section, Health Sciences Research Center
Activity Date: 2018-11-25
Activity Duration: 1 day
Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: HSRC, building 410, Ground floor, Auditorium number 0.100
CME Hours: 4
Cost:
| Cost for External | Cost for PNU / KAAUH |
|---|---|
| 100 SR | 75 SR |