Watch OS 11 Enhances Health Monitoring with Sleep Apnea Detection
Watch OS 11: A Revolutionary Step in Health Technology
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted approval for the new sleep apnea detection feature in Watch OS 11, as revealed by Apple.
Understanding Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is a condition where individuals repeatedly stop and start breathing during the night, leading to morning fatigue and other serious health issues. It affects about 1 billion people globally.
Apple’s New Feature
- The sleep apnea detection tool in Watch OS 11 is not meant to diagnose but assess users' risk.
- The feature can be accessed by Apple Watch Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2 users starting today.
- All users will require the new Watch OS 11 software to utilize this tool.
Health Implications
Sleep apnea, if left unchecked, can lead to heart problems and significantly impact quality of life. Monitoring through wearable tech like Apple Watch can aid in identifying those at risk.
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