Bridging the Gender Gap in Medical Research: The Potential of Wearable Technology

Transformation in Trials

Imagine you're on an eight-year journey trying to diagnose an autoimmune disease. Suzaan Sauerman, our insightful guest today, faced this exact challenge. Sauerman, a visionary in female representation in clinical trials, uncovers the persistent gender gap in this field and posits an innovative solution—wearable technology.
We dig into the heart of Sauerman's story with a touching account of her mother's heart disease experience, a stark illustration of the gender bias in medical research. Wearable technology, Sauerman suggests, can close this gap, capturing vast data from thousands of women, while offering a more in-depth understanding of female anatomy. Our discussion touches on the potential of these wearables—earables and the like—in health tracking, the need for better design, and the importance of women's involvement in product development.
Not to be missed, Sauerman's personal tale of autoimmune disease diagnosis unfolds, setting the stage for a spirited debate on wearable technology's role in accelerating health diagnosis. We push the boundaries of this conversation, exploring how these devices could shape our awareness of health, preventative care, and even alter insurance premiums. Sauerman's passion for empowering consumers, particularly women, with these devices is infectious. Join us as we envision a future where technology seamlessly integrates into our health journey, enhancing our life one wearable device at a time.
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Chapters

1. Bridging the Gender Gap in Medical Research: The Potential of Wearable Technology (00:00:00)

2. Female Representation in Clinical Trials (00:00:13)

3. Wearable Technology in Clinical Trials (00:09:42)

4. Impact and Adoption of Wearables (00:21:34)

5. Wearable Data's Value in Health (00:28:58)