Health & Environment

Experts Question Predictive Accuracy of Wearable Health Trackers

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THE BRIEF
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Cardiologists are warning that while wearable devices can track heart rate and ECG, they are not yet reliable enough to predict complex diseases.

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Experts emphasize that data from smartwatches should be used for general fitness monitoring rather than as a substitute for professional medical diagnosis.

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The rise in 'wearable anxiety' is a growing concern, as users often misinterpret minor data fluctuations as signs of serious health conditions.