At least 55 companies are pitching fitness-tracking devices, generally worn like a wrist watch, that monitor things like the type and intensity of a users activity. Interest in the technology has reportedly generated $50 billion in investments. Google cofounder Larry Page is among those who believe the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) ought to be revoked or at least drastically reformed. Most fitness trackers are currently exempt from regulation since they are not covered by HIPAA since they have been furnished or prescribed by a health-care provider.”]
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