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EMBARGO SUNDAY, JANUARY 6, 2019 AT 5PM PT
WITHINGS ANNOUNCES BPM CORE, A THREE-IN-ONE CARDIOVASCULAR DEVICE COMBINING BLOOD
PRESSURE, ELECTROCARDIOGRAM AND DIGITAL STETHOSCOPE MEASUREMENTS
World’s most advanced in-home cardiovascular monitor provides tracking of hypertension, earlydetection of atrial fibrillation and valvular heart diseaseJanuary 6, 2019 – LAS VEGAS, NV – Withings, pioneers of the connected health movement, is breaking
new ground with the launch of Withings BPM Core, the world’s most sophisticated and wide-ranging inhome cardiovascular monitor. Going way beyond simple, clinically accurate blood pressure monitoring,Withings BPM Core is the first product able to measure blood pressure, take an electrocardiogram (ECG)
and listen to the heart via a digital stethoscope in one device.
Honored with a CES Innovation Award, Withings BPM Core, is the company’s most advanced healthdevice to date, combining stylish design with medical data traditionally only available in a clinical setting.
Along with blood pressure and heart rate monitoring, the three-in-one device measures ECG used toidentify atrial fibrillation (AFib), a serious form of irregular heart rhythm that can lead to heart failure,fatigue and shortness of breath and is a major risk for stroke. In addition, its digital stethoscope canprovide early detection of valvular heart disease, characterized by damage to one of the four heart
valves that may require surgical intervention.
People with high blood pressure are also at risk from both valvular damage and AFib as multiple clinicalstudies found strong correlations between the three states. However, AFib and valvuvar diseases areoften underdiagnosed because symptoms are not continuous and may be easily missed if they do notoccur during infrequent visits to the doctor. The ability to monitor all three conditions in one device is agame changer.
“I founded Withings with the mission to leverage digital connected health technologies to help prevent
disease and promote healthy lifestyles,” said Eric Carreel, President of Withings. “With Withings BPM
Core, we are providing people with an early-warning system to monitor some of the biggest risk factors
in cardiovascular health. Early and regular monitoring is key to identifying, preventing and managing

heart diseases, the world’s leading cause of mortality, which is why we have created a device that canbe used every day in the comfort of your own home.”
Clinical Precision in a Home Setting
The Withings BPM Core looks like a traditional arm cuff, but is packed full of advanced medical sensors
discreetly built into the device. This includes two stainless-steel electrodes located inside the cuff and on
the tube as well as a silicone membrane housing the digital microphone. To use, people simply place thecuff on the upper arm and push the button. Within 90 seconds, it performs three measurements:
1. Blood Pressure:

The self-inflating cuff accurately tracks and monitors systolic blood pressure,diastolic blood pressure and heart rate measurements, and provides results
instantly on the device via an LED matrix display. The display also provides colorcoded feedback glowing green for normal, orange for moderate and red for highblood pressure. Data is also sent to the accompanying Health Mate App via
Bluetooth or WiFi.

2. Electrocardiogram: To record an ECG that can detect AFib, users place the cuff on the upper arm
and place their other hand on its stainless steel sensors for 20 seconds. Heartrhythms are tracked and displayed within the Health Mate App and will show if
the heart beats too quickly and irregularly.
3. Valvular Health:

Normally functioning valves ensure blood flows with proper force, in the proper
direction at the proper time in the heart. With valvular heart disease, valvesbecome too narrow and hardened (stenotic) to fully open, or are unable to closecompletely (regurgitation). To detect valvular issues, the device uses a digitalstethoscope and analytical algorithm calibrated in collaboration with George
Pompidou Hospital in Paris. Users place the sensor on their chest, and it spends
20 seconds listening and evaluating heart performance. Results are displayed on
the device and within the Health Mate App where they can also be heard!

Using a Micro USB connection, Withings BPM Core has a fully rechargeable battery and can perform
100s of measurements in a single charge. While the Withings BPM Core can perform all threemeasurements in one sitting, it can also be programmed to perform any one of the measurements on anas needed basis.
The Heart of the System (or Actionable Results)
The heart of the system is information recording within the accompanying Health Mate App (for iOS andAndroid.) Because the Withings BPM Core connects via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, a smartphone does notneed to be present to take readings making measurements more convenient. The app captures all of theresults from each of the three different measurements to provide a comprehensive and historical recordof cardiovascular health.
After completing an ECG, the app will provide an assessment of heart activity, saying whether there is anormal heart rate (known as sinus rhythm) or if suspected AFib is present. Incidences of AFib grow withage, but are often asymptomatic or not persistent in the initial stages. The ability to take readings at
home, over time and easily share results with cardiologists and physicians between checkups greatlyincreases the chances of detection. As well as ECG results, all data from the Withings BPM Core,
including actual audio recordings of the heart, can be shared with a person‘s medical and caregiving
team.
The Power of Prevention
According to the World Health Organization, cardiovascular disease is the most common cause of death.
Withings BPM Core has been designed to empower people to manage and mitigate the risk of heartdisease and is a powerful tool when considering:●●●

One-third of Americans suffer from hypertension, but only half effectively control their bloodpressure despite uncontrolled blood pressure increasing the risk of congestive heart failure by 50%.
People with high blood pressure have twice the risk of stroke compared with those with normal
levels, and someone with AFib has five times the risk of stroke.
The CDC estimates six million people in the U.S. have AFib, which is both an indication of heartdisease and responsible for one-third of strokes.

“Early detection of both AFib and valvular deterioration can literally save and extend lives, but because
these conditions are asymptomatic and paroxysmal in their early stages, they can be difficult forphysicians and cardiologist to detect during infrequent hospital visits,” continued Carreel. “Withings
BPM Core allows people to perform their annual heart checkup every day and share their results withthe medical professionals, increasing the chances of issues being detected before they become lifethreatening problems.”
CES & Availability
Demonstrations of the Withings BPM Core will be available during CES January 8-11th 2019 at the Sands
Expo Center, Hall A-D booth #45137. Withings BPM Core will be available for purchase in Q2 2019 for$249.95. Withings BPM Core is a medical-grade device currently under review for FDA and CE clearance.
About Withings
Withings leads the connected-health revolution by inventing beautiful, smart products and services that
help people become happier and healthier. Founded by visionary innovators Cédric Hutchings and Eric
Carreel in 2008, Withings is committed to creating enjoyable, empowering experiences that easily fit
into our daily lives. Withings has built a range of award-winning products across the health spectrum
including activity trackers (Steel, Steel HR, Steel HR Sport, Pulse HR), connected scales (Body Cardio,Body+, Body), Wireless Blood Pressure Monitor (BPM), and an advanced sleep system (Sleep). Everypiece of collected data comes to life in the free Health Mate app where the user can find coaching,
motivation and insights to shape key aspects of their health.
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