Are you tracking your health with a device? Here's what could happen with the data

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Are you tracking your health with a device? Here's what could happen with the data

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Published in Health and Fitness on Wednesday, November 27th 2024 at 7:42 GMT by Phil Bruner
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The lack of oversight into how body-centric data are used and shared with third parties has prompted concerns from privacy experts.

The article from The Detroit News discusses the implications of using health tracking devices like smartwatches and fitness trackers. It highlights how the data collected by these devices, which includes heart rate, sleep patterns, physical activity, and more, is not only used to provide personalized health insights but also raises significant privacy concerns. Companies can share or sell this data to third parties, including advertisers, insurance companies, and even employers, potentially affecting insurance premiums, job opportunities, or leading to targeted marketing. The article also touches on the lack of stringent regulations governing the use and protection of this sensitive information, urging users to be aware of the privacy policies of the devices they use. Furthermore, it suggests that while these devices offer benefits like health monitoring and motivation for fitness, users should consider the trade-offs regarding their personal data privacy.

Read the Full Detroit News Article at [ https://www.detroitnews.com/story/life/2024/11/27/are-you-tracking-your-health-with-a-device-heres-what-could-happen-with-the-data/76571254007/ ]