Everyone says they want to share wearable data with doctors — but almost nobody is doing it

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Credit: Kaitlyn Cimino / Android AuthorityTL;DRA survey conducted over three cycles (2020, 2022, and 2024) found that wearable use increased over time.Despite the increase, the willingness to share tracked data declined.Actual sharing of this data remained low during all three periods.There are many reasons to own a wearable, but one of the main reasons is to help you keep track of your health stats. The companies that make the wearables you use, like Samsung and Oura, even often advertise how you can share this data with your healthcare providers. Although such information could be helpful for clinicians to gain a better understanding of your health, hardly anyone appears to be taking advantage of this benefit.Don’t want to miss the best from Android Authority?