Lifesaving treatment delayed for Black COVID-19 patients based on how device assesses darker-skinned people, study finds

Posted on June 8, 2022 by thegrio.com

Pulse oximeters can reportedly overestimate blood oxygen levels in people of color, making them appear healthier.

A study published in today!

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