One of the Apple Watch promotional material includes this image (apparently) from the health app.
How can this be interpreted? I understand that the Apple Watch may alert for irregular heart rhythms, but what does this message means.
asked Oct 2, 2019 at 21:37
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Wouldn't this mean the sensor in the watch isn't capable of detecting heart attack just like it can't detect fever or a broken leg. This seems pretty clear that it's intended to warn people what an ECG like sensor is able to record and predict / report.– bmike ♦Commented Oct 2, 2019 at 23:12
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Basically, this is really just a disclaimer that Apple Watch cannot detect heart attacks.
According to Apple:
Things you should know
Apple Watch cannot detect heart attacks. If you ever experience chest pain, pressure, tightness, or what you think is a heart attack, call emergency services immediately.
Apple Watch is not constantly looking for AFib. This means Apple Watch cannot detect all instances of AFib, and people with AFib may not get a notification.
If you’re not feeling well, you should talk to your doctor even if you don’t get a notification. Symptoms such as a rapid, pounding, or fluttering heartbeat, dizziness, or fainting, can indicate a serious condition.
Do not change your medication without talking to your doctor.
In some instances, the notification may indicate the presence of an irregular heart rhythm other than AFib.
Source: Heart rate notifications on your Apple Watch, Apple.
answered Oct 2, 2019 at 22:06
