Vitality extols benefits of wearable tech for healthcare

The use of wearable technologies can have measurable benefits for improved health, according to a new review paper authored by insurer Vitality. The paper, published by the Occupational Medicine journal, examines a number of pieces of research and studies into wearables and the effects on the health of both individuals and the general populace. Vitality, which offers discounts on wearables for its Vitality Program members and includes the use of such technology in its incentives and reward scheme, categorises the use and benefits of wearables into four key areas within the paper. W...