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Pulse Oximeters Have a Fatal Flaw for Some People

There are multiple studies suggesting the device crucial to the COVID-19 fight only works on certain skin colors.

Pulse oximeters are vital in the fight against COVID-19 as they help doctors monitor a patient’s oxygen levels. However, a recent CNN Health article says the FDA is warning that the devices may yield inaccurate results. Apparently there are multiple studies suggesting skin pigmentation can affect the accuracy of the devices.

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