Practice Management
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) posted a new warning for patients and providers to be aware of risks related to unauthorized devices that claim to measure or estimate blood pressure. Many blood pressure devices currently sold directly to consumers have not been evaluated for safety and effectiveness. Such devices are required to receive FDA marketing authorization to be lawfully marketed in the United States. With the rise in wearables, more consumers are looking to …
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