WEAR YOUR TECH!

Wearable technology can provide a more cost-effective approach to healthcare. Smartphones like Samsung and Iphone have access to health platforms that can measure and track vitals through daily activities and sleep. It is not assumed that all have access to an additional wearable device such as a FitBit, or Apple Watch. Vitals that are logged empowers the user to continue to input the data with reminders, even integrating nto additional health apps such as My FItness Tracker. S Health, from Samsung in 2017 enables telehealth integration that allows users with Android 4.4 or newer, to receive expert opinion for a low cost of $59 (2017). Not requiring insurance coverage for care provides more widespread treatment options with less financial restrictions. Not to mention, the time saved from receiving and reading the notification right on your wrist!