RFK Jr. wants a wearable on every American — that future’s not as healthy as he thinks
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Summary
When Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says every American should wear health trackers, his goal is to motivate people to take responsibility for their health, but his vision is flawed and dangerous, says Sara C. Collins.
She says if a person obsesses over data from a wearable device, it can lead to injury, disordered eating, and worsening mental health issues.
There are a plethora of wearable devices on the market and doctors often don’t know how to interpret the data, so how can every American be given wearable devices and will they really help?
Insurers could use wearable data to decide on premiums, which could lead to discrimination against certain individuals.
She believes Kennedy’s aim is well-intentioned, but it won’t be a healthy scenario for everyone and is unlikely to be achievable on a large scale.