Summary
The article discusses the integration of wearables in healthcare, focusing on the role of wearable devices in enhancing patient care by providing data to providers. It also highlights an upcoming virtual event featuring discussions with executives from wearable tech companies about their impact on patient-consumer dynamics in healthcare.
Key Facts
- Wearable devices are increasingly used in healthcare to provide data for better care.
- The virtual event will include discussions with WHOOP, Withings, and Northwell Health executives.
- These devices blur the lines between "patient" and "consumer."
- The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is easing regulations on wearable devices.
- Many patients are willing to share their wearable device data with healthcare providers.
- OURA and WHOOP offer lab testing as an add-on for users of their wearables.
