Using a watch to detect Covid-19


By AGENCY
Subtle changes in HRV that can predict the onset of Covid-19 can be detected by wearable technology. — AFP

Wearable technologies could help detect Covid-19 symptoms earlier than traditional methods of diagnosis, research suggests.

The new study from the United States highlights the advantages of such devices when it comes to meeting health needs during a pandemic.

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