Voice assistants detected illnesses
Why it matters: Imagine a day when Siri or Alexa might be able
to let you know you have a cold -- or something worse -- coming on. Researchers
are working on a tool that leverages machine learning to detect irregularities
in a person's voice that can be linked to certain ailments. The "diagnosis"
isn't designed to be definitive, just more of a nudge to seek additional
medical care.
Privacy concerns abound, but a tool like this makes sense. Who/What has a
better gauge on your current health? A doctor you haven't seen in months or a
virtual assistant that can track your movements, monitor your sleep and listen
to your every cough and sneeze?
Full Story: Nature
(free content) (9/30)
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