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Feasibility of wearable sensor signals and self-reported symptoms to prompt at-home testing for acute respiratory viruses in the USA (DETECT-AHEAD): a decentralised, randomised controlled trial

Feasibility of Home-Based Testing for Acute Respiratory Viruses

Key Findings:

DETECT-AHEAD trial showed early feasibility of a decentralized program to prompt individuals to use a viral pathogen diagnostic test based on symptoms tracked in the study app or physiological changes detected using a wearable sensor.

Practical Solutions:

Our study demonstrated the potential for home-based diagnostic self-testing for acute respiratory viral pathogens using wearable sensors and self-reported symptoms. This approach could enable early identification of infections, reducing transmission and allowing for earlier therapeutic intervention.

Value:

This trial offers valuable insights into the practical implementation of at-home testing for respiratory viruses, highlighting both the opportunities and barriers to widespread adoption. Addressing these barriers will be crucial for large-scale implementation of such decentralized testing programs.

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