Apple Watch Series 10 Introduces Sleep Apnea Detection for Enhanced Health Monitoring
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) affects over 936 million adults globally, yet many cases go undiagnosed, risking serious health complications. With Apple Watch Series 10, a groundbreaking feature focuses on sleep apnea detection, enhancing health monitoring in India.
Understanding Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea disrupts breathing during sleep due to a blocked airway. Common symptoms include loud snoring and daytime sleepiness, leading to severe issues like high blood pressure and heart disease if untreated.
Apple’s Game-Changing Solution
The Apple Watch Series 10 will incorporate a new “Sleep Apnea Notifications” feature that monitors sleep patterns. This feature builds on existing health tracking, offering crucial alerts about potential sleep apnea.
How It Works
- The watch will use the accelerometer to track wrist movements related to breathing disturbances.
- Data will categorize breathing interruptions for user review through the Health app.
- Users can access data over various time periods for better health management.
Availability and Impact
Pending FDA approval, the sleep apnea notifications will be available in over 150 countries, providing pivotal health monitoring capabilities, especially for India's vast population.
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