The Direct-to-Consumer Revolution in Digital Healthcare: Regulatory and Operational Challenges
At my last doctor’s appointment, I learned how to use my smartwatch to perform an electrocardiogram (ECG) to test for atrial fibrillation. Naturally, I found myself checking my ECG multiple times a day, curious about the fluctuations in my heart rate. Did I have cause for concern? Fortunately, my watch consistently reported no evidence of atrial fibrillation, while also issuing a clear disclaimer that it could not detect signs of a heart attack.
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