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The Apple Watch is now more than simply a wearable device for monitoring time and physical activity. Its cutting-edge qualities have also made it a life-saving tool. The Apple Watch’s Fall Detection feature recently saved the life of a woman who had a serious cardiac condition.
When the fall was detected, the Apple Watch immediately dialed 911.
On a work trip, the woman started having chest issues and contacted a friend in the hotel. But before her buddy could get there, the woman fell to the ground face down. Fortunately, her Apple Watch quickly recognized the fall and dialed 911 to send an ambulance to the scene.
The woman was immediately taken into surgery after being given the diagnosis of an aortic rupture at the hospital. She later claimed that the Apple Watch had saved her life and that it had increased her chances of survival due to its speedy response time.
This event is just one of many that show how useful the Apple Watch can be in saving lives. The Apple Watch has developed into a dependable medical companion for many of its owners, being used to diagnose everything from undiscovered heart ailments to blood clots in the lungs. The capacity of its Fall Detection tool to identify potentially dangerous falls and notify emergency personnel has been lauded.
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In fact, the function has proven to be so successful that many people have given it the credit for saving their lives. Additionally, recent reports claim that the Apple Watch will integrate mental health tracking capabilities, demonstrating Apple’s dedication to its wearable technology.
This tragedy serves as a reminder of how crucial technology may be in the healthcare industry. For instance, a man’s Apple Watch warned him of a condition that likely would have killed him over night. Later, he received timely treatment, averting such a tragedy. It’s becoming more and more obvious that wearable technology has the ability to completely alter how we deliver medical care.
