Apple Watch to Get High Blood Pressure Notification Feature: Know the Benefits
According to CNET, Apple Watch’s “high blood pressure notification” feature has now been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
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The “high blood pressure notification” feature will debut first on the Apple Watch Series 11 and Apple Watch Ultra 3 models. Apple stated that this feature will be officially rolled out next week.
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According to Apple’s press release, the high blood pressure notification feature uses an optical heart rate sensor to analyze the vascular response to the user’s heart rate.
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It runs continuously in the background, with an algorithm evaluating the data over a 30-day period. If persistent signs of high blood pressure are detected, the user is alerted.
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This method enables long-term heart health tracking simply by wearing the watch, without any additional intervention.
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It is important to note that this feature does not apply to individuals under 22 years of age, those with diagnosed hypertension, or pregnant women.
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Apple hopes to provide users with potential early health warnings, helping them adjust their lifestyle habits and seek timely medical assistance when notifications are received, thereby reducing serious health risks.