US drug agency has an ‘important’ warning for smartwatch and smart ring users

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a strong warning recently advising consumers not to use smartwatches or wearable devices that claim to measure blood glucose levels without piercing the skin. The agency said that these devices can provide inaccurate results, leading diabetes patients and others to take incorrect doses of medication.

US drug agency has an ‘important’ warning for smartwatch and smart ring users
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a strong warning recently advising consumers not to use smartwatches or wearable devices that claim to measure blood glucose levels without piercing the skin. The agency said that these devices can provide inaccurate results, leading diabetes patients and others to take incorrect doses of medication.