HIT Consultant February 12, 2024
What You Should Know:
– Samsung’s Galaxy Watch has received De Novo authorization from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its sleep apnea detection feature.
– This marks a significant step forward in wearable technology, making it the first of its kind to be approved by the FDA for detecting potential sleep apnea.
Defining Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is a common and chronic sleep disorder where breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. This can lead to disruptions in oxygen supply, lower sleep quality, and daytime fatigue. Untreated, sleep apnea can increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases like heart failure and stroke.
How The Sleep Apnea Feature Works
The sleep apnea feature on the Samsung Galaxy Watch uses...
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