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Smartwatches and Stroke Prevention

Man checking his pulse as he receives an alert on his smartwatch while jogging outdoors

How wearable tech helps people monitor atrial fibrillation and other stroke risk factors Fact checked by Jim Lacy Picture this: You’re walking or jogging when your Fitbit buzzes on your wrist, your heart rhythm has gone irregular. Or maybe you’re grocery shopping after work, and your Apple Watch gives a similar warning.   When your watch […]