World Heart Day: New Apple Watch S8 features to help users track cardio health

World Heart Day: New Apple Watch S8 features to help users track cardio health

UAE - Across the world, cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are one of the leading causes of mortality, healthcare experts have said. An estimated 17.9 million people perished due to CVDs in 2019, contributing to 32 per cent of deaths globally.

Out of all the people who died from CVD, 85 per cent suffered a stroke and heart attack. Further, a quarter of these CVD deaths occur in low and middle-income countries, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO).

Tech companies, including Apple Inc., have been using actionable and science-based insights to empower consumers to learn about and take control of their health. Devices like the Apple Watch and the iPhone offer personal health and fitness features that offer actionable, science-based insights.

"Apple Watch offers an extensive set of features focused on heart health. Over time, Apple Watch has alerted users worldwide of potential signs of atrial fibrillation (AFib) and helped many more establish everyday habits to keep their heart healthy over the long term," said the company.

The latest Apple Watch S8 has added new safety features and a temperature sensor for intriguing uses for women's health and family planning. However, some exciting features that those with poor heart health can use with the Apple