Question

Chapter 7, Fong et al. (2011) discusses various methods with which technology can assist personal health and exercise, including pedometers and GPS technology. There are also a wide variety of cell phone health apps that can assist in tracking distance run, heart rate, and caloric intake, among other health measures. Conduct your own research to identify a health app available on cell phones.

· Describe the purpose of the app. What benefits does it bring to the user? What are some potential disadvantages or risks of using this app

Answer 1

Various health apps available on the online particularly Apple, ios, and Samsung Health app is android based. Just to download the app and tap on the home screen and to choose the category. Ex: Active energy, Body Measurements.

Purpose:

It has special features that analyze the person daily activities, and the diet. It helps them to lead a healthy life and to be fit. It tracks the daily intake of water, food, and other drinks and so one has to able to maintain the body weight.It also tracks the stress and sleep. It also records the BP, blood sugar level, spo₂ through sensors and devices. The advanced technique also monitors the distance covered by walk/run and the amount of calorie burn. It also shows the amount of time spends mindful.

Benefits of the User:

It is easy to use and to monitor. It also provides health news and health tips that benefit a lot. It helps to maintain the lifestyle pattern. It shows the progress of health on daily basis. It simplifies the work of the person with a health goal.

Disadvantages of the Health APP:

• The level of accuracy of the information.
• The technology is not reliable in diagnosing the patient.
• There is no privacy concern. Only half of the app using privacy policy.
• Sometimes varying results can be found.
• There is no proper regulation and approval.