Fitbit’s Sense gets ECG check for AFib, where will it work?
There's a new wearable from Fitbit on the way, and it can detect when a heart goes into AFib. Will it work in…
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Smartwatches may tell the time, but they also serve another important role: they can help you learn more about your health. And they’re not the only piece of technology to do that.
Health tech covers smartwatches and smart bands, but it can also include connected scales, blood pressure monitors, thermometers, and more. How does it work and what can it do for you? Find out in Pickr’s health tech news, reviews, and guides.
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Australian research could see wearables diagnose heart attacks
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The numerous potential problems with Australia’s COVIDSafe app
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