The Apple Watch 4 can now be used as an ECG monitor in the UK and Europe.

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Trudie Lobban MBE, Founder & CEO of AF Association & Arrhythmia Alliance said:

'AF, the most common arrhythmia (heart rhythm disorder), can be devastating. It is the most common cause of AF-related stroke which are more debilitating, disabling and all too often fatal. AF, however can easily be detected and treated, a simple pulse check (knowyourpulse.org) can teach us all to be pulse rhythm aware, it could save our lives. However with new technology making it even easier to detect AF there really is no reason why 500,000 people are still undiagnosed. The new Apple Watch ECG monitor is yet another step towards ensuring people can be involved in their own healthcare and can engage with doctors if they become aware of an irregular rhythm. Digital technology is rapidly progressing and this can only be a good thing for all of us if it leads to quicker diagnosis, access to appropriate treatments and restoring the patient back to a person better able to manage their condition and leading healthier lives.’

Read the full press release here: apple.com/uk/newsroom/2019/...

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I am in the USA, my birthday/ anniversary was sunday and my husband suprised me with the watch. Ive wanted one but reluctant to spend the $$. I love it. It gives me a sense of security on 2 points. The irregular heart beat detection helps me feel more comfortable with me only taking antiarrythmic as PIP. Im very symptomatic with a fib but the possibility of silent a fib is always a concern. It also has an alarm you can set for high/ low heart rates if that is a concern. As I was playing with it, I ran the 30 second ekg and it reported " NSR", which I already knew but was nice to get a second opinion.😉

The second thing I really like is the fall detection and alerting emergency contacts if I fall and do not respond to my watch asking me if Im ok. I live in a rural area and love to walk down our road but there are no homes or traffic should I take a stumble at my young age of 66, lol. I can use my watch as a phone and make or answer calls so could call if there was an emergency.

The only down side I see is the cost. It was $500 here, which is a huge stretch on our budget. I do sleep better at night knowing it will alert me if my heart decides to stay up and play games💜

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Have just downloaded the app and guess what AF! But that’s what I bought it to measure.