A new smartwatch, being developed by researchers from The University of Texas at Austin and North Carolina State University, will enable continuous monitoring of blood pressure, a key indicator of heart health.
Cardiovascular diseases represent the leading cause of death worldwide, claiming 18 million lives annually, but these conditions often go undetected due to the infrequency of routine medical checkups. Traditional blood pressure monitoring devices, such as cuffs, are cumbersome and not designed for continuous at-home use, leaving a critical gap in health care.
