Understanding Women's Health and Technology

Alicia shares personal stories highlighting the impact of heart disease on women, emphasizing the challenges in recognizing and treating it. She discusses the lack of data and biases in medical devices, which often overlook women's needs. Alicia introduces an innovative solution: an augmented bra that collects physiological data to aid in early detection and management of heart conditions. This technology aims to close the data gap, improve women's health care, and create a comprehensive dataset for future breakthroughs.

What personal experiences did the speaker and her cofounder share about heart disease and stroke?

• They both work as cardiologists.

• They both lost family members to heart disease and stroke.

• They both experienced heart attacks themselves.

• They both lost their fathers to heart disease.

Why were women historically underrepresented in cardiovascular research?

• There was a lack of funding for women's health research.

• Women had different health issues that were prioritized.

• Women were excluded from clinical trials until 1993.

• Women were not interested in participating.

What is a major limitation of current medical devices in treating heart disease in women?

• They require invasive procedures.

• They are not available in most hospitals.

• They do not account for gender differences in symptoms.

• They are too expensive for most women.

How does the augmented garment platform help women monitor their health?

• By providing a daily health report via email.

• By collecting physiological data through a wearable garment.

• By requiring regular visits to a healthcare provider.

• By using a smartphone app to diagnose conditions.

What is the potential benefit of digital biomarkers over traditional ones?

• They can predict health outcomes using continuous data.

• They provide a snapshot in time.

• They require less data to be effective.

• They are cheaper to produce.