Use health technology as a tool, not an oracle
The best health tech helps you notice patterns, organize information and communicate better with clinicians.
Built to help you navigate health information
- Wearables and monitors
- Privacy and validation
- AI with human judgment
Educational information, not personal medical advice.
Blood pressure monitors
Prefer clinically validated upper-arm cuffs with the correct cuff size. Bring your device to a visit occasionally to compare readings.
Wearables
Excellent for trends in activity, heart rate and sleep habits; less useful when individual measurements are treated as diagnoses.
Health apps
Look for a clear privacy policy, transparent ownership, understandable data export and claims that match the app's evidence.
Patient portals
Useful for results, medication lists, messages and appointments. Ask what results mean before reacting to an isolated flagged value.
Telehealth
Convenient for many follow-ups and straightforward issues, but not a substitute when a physical exam, procedure or emergency evaluation is needed.
AI health tools
Use AI to organize questions and learn concepts; verify high-stakes conclusions with qualified professionals and primary sources.
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