Could Your Fitbit Detect AFib? Published on August 21, 2017August 21, 2017 by hcmbeatLeave a comment The same Fitbit you wear to count your steps may soon have an additional purpose: it could detect atrial fibrillation. Atrial fibrillation is an irregular heartbeat which could cause a stroke if not properly treated. Yet, it often goes unnoticed by a person experiencing it. According to this story in Time, Fitbit is developing software which would enable its existing trackers to detect afib, and thus allow time for appropriate action before it is too late. This technology could be of great benefit to heart patients. Not only does the Fitbit encourage you to exercise, it might just save your life! Share this:Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)MoreClick to print (Opens in new window)Like this:Like Loading...
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