"Smartwatch Saves Lives: How Wearable Technology Detects Silent Heart Conditions"

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A couple from South Carolina credits the Apple Watch with detecting a silent heart condition in the husband, who received an alert about atrial fibrillation while feeling normal. This early detection allowed him to seek medical attention and receive proper treatment, making the heart condition manageable. The Apple Watch's health monitoring feature has been instrumental in identifying AFib in individuals who may not experience any symptoms, potentially preventing serious complications such as stroke or heart attack.
Topics:technology#apple-watch#atrial-fibrillation#health#health-monitoring#heart-condition#medical-intervention
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