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Smartwatches can detect Parkinson’s years before diagnosis (english.elpais.com)

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Accelerometers record subtle changes in movement and sleep patterns, and this information could anticipate the disease long before it becomes evident.

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[-] betterdeadthanreddit@lemmy.world 20 points 1 year ago

It's a good thing tech companies prioritize user well-being over profits. I'm sure they'll find a privacy-conscious way to let us know rather than sell the data to advertisers.

[-] Lars34@lemmy.world 5 points 1 year ago

I think Apple doesn't sell your info. They are just really expensive.

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