Tech Talk: How healthy is health tracking technology?
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Tech Talk: How healthy is health tracking technology?

  • Ages 16+

Glued to your fitness tracker? Are you a macro-managing guru? Wondered if this tracking is helping, or just adding to life's pressure?

By Digital Skills Hub

Date and time

Wednesday, July 16 · 6 - 7:30pm GMT+1.

Location

Digital Skills Hub Boscombe

Christchurch Road #30-32 Boscombe BH1 4BT United Kingdom

About this event

  • Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Ages 16+
  • Paid venue parking

Join us for another thought-provoking discussion on health tracking. We'll explore the trend of personal health monitoring, from wearable gadgets to sophisticated apps, and critically examine its impact on our physical and mental well-being.

This interactive session aims to bring together enthusiasts, skeptics, and the simply curious to share experiences, insights, and concerns.


  • Explore the perceived benefits: How can health tracking empower us to make positive lifestyle changes?
  • Uncover potential downsides: When does monitoring become an obsession? Can it lead to anxiety or an unhealthy focus on numbers?
  • Discuss the science (or lack thereof): What does current research say about the long-term effectiveness of health tracking?
  • Share personal stories and strategies: Learn from others about their relationship with health monitoring tools.
  • Debate the future: Is this technology making us genuinely healthier, or are we outsourcing our intuition about our own bodies?

Who is this event for?

  • Individuals who regularly use health and fitness trackers or apps.
  • Those curious about the benefits and drawbacks of self-monitoring.
  • Healthcare professionals interested in patient perspectives on health tech.
  • Anyone questioning the role of technology in personal health and wellness.
  • People seeking a balanced perspective on health trends.

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FreeJul 16 · 6:00 PM GMT+1