Physicians turn to AI and wearable monitors to measure the effects of burn pits on veterans' health

Posted under: Smart Technologies
Date: 2024-01-11
Physicians turn to AI and wearable monitors to measure the effects of burn pits on veterans' health

US military veterans, including those exposed to burn pits during deployments, are part of a new long-term study employing AI and remote monitoring to collect real-time health data. Chad Lennon, a major in the Marine Corps Reserves, is among the veterans experiencing health issues potentially linked to burn pit exposure. The study, led by pulmonologist Dr. Anthony Szema through Northwell Health, aims to use technology, including a finger-worn monitor and AI, to collect continuous health data over several years. The real-time monitoring and standardized questionnaires could help identify and define symptoms reported by veterans, leading to new diagnostic tools for lung diseases resulting from toxic exposures like burn pits. The study aligns with the PACT Act, facilitating VA benefits for veterans affected by burn pit exposure. About 3.5 million veterans could be eligible for benefits under the law.

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