Can Wearable Health Tech Trigger Anxiety and Harm Overall Health? Study Sheds Light
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Using wearable devices like smartwatches to track health data and symptoms is intended to help individuals monitor their health and promptly address symptoms, aiming for positive health outcomes. However, for people with atrial fibrillation (Afib), using such devices to monitor heart rate and alert wearers of irregular heartbeats might not be as beneficial as expected.
A new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association found that wearable devices can significantly amplify anxiety and increase healthcare usage among Afib patients.
The study involved 172 patients from UNC Health with a prior diagnosis of Afib who completed a survey and had their information linked to electronic health records. About half of the participants used wearable devices, and their data was compared to those without such devices.
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