The Apple Watch Detected His Afib Condition Before The Doctors Did
Chris Mint is a project manager from Britain, as well as a hardcore exercise fanatic. He’s been an active user of the Apple Watch, finding it to be a beneficial addition to his workout routine. However, the device provided a secondary benefit, informing him that he might have Atrial fibrillation (Afib), a condition that leads to poor blood flow and future medical issues. Afib is unusual among 30-year old men and typically arises in individuals with high blood pressure, previous heart attacks, or other medical problems that would plague individuals who are far less active or health-savvy than Mint. His doctors said the same, not expecting to find any physical issues in his body. But after a short test, they found two leaking heart valves. This early discovery allowed them to fix the problem without much issue. Chris was hardly the only one. Barry Madden of New Hampshire and Dr. Ray Emerson of Waco, Texas, were also alerted to Afib conditions that required immediate attention as well.