MyBodyWatch™ & Chronic Illness
Simplifying health data for people managing chronic conditions like CFS/ME, POTS, and Long COVID
Important: MyBodyWatch is not a medical device and should not be used for emergency decisions or medical diagnosis. Always consult with healthcare professionals for medical advice. MyBodyWatch simply visualizes data already collected by your devices.
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS)
Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is a serious, long-term illness that affects many body systems.
Statistics:
▸ Between 836,000 to 3.3 million Americans have ME/CFS (CDC 2024)
Source: CDC Fast Facts: ME/CFS
How MyBodyWatch May Help
CDC Statistics (2024):
- Between 836,000 to 3.3 million Americans have ME/CFS
- 1.3% of adults had ME/CFS in 2021-2022
- About 9 in 10 people with ME/CFS have not been diagnosed
- Women (1.7%) more likely than men (0.9%) to have ME/CFS
How MyBodyWatch May Help
- Simplifies complex health data into one easy-to-understand score
- Reduces cognitive load during brain fog episodes
- Helps identify patterns in energy levels over time
- Provides quick daily assessment without extensive symptom tracking
Long COVID
Long COVID refers to symptoms that continue or develop after the acute phase of COVID-19.
Statistics:
▸ Can affect multiple organ systems with varying symptoms
Source: CDC Long COVID Information
How MyBodyWatch May Help
Key Facts:
- Can affect multiple organ systems
- Symptoms may include fatigue, brain fog, and autonomic dysfunction
- May overlap with POTS and ME/CFS symptoms
How MyBodyWatch May Help
- Provides consistent daily health assessment
- Simplifies tracking during recovery periods
- Helps identify good days vs. challenging days
- Reduces decision fatigue about activity levels
POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome)
POTS is a blood circulation disorder that affects the autonomic nervous system.
Statistics:
▸ Affects 1-3 million Americans (Johns Hopkins, Cleveland Clinic)
How MyBodyWatch May Help
Medical Statistics:
- Affects 1-3 million Americans (Johns Hopkins, Cleveland Clinic)
- About 80% of POTS patients are female
- Increased incidence noted since COVID-19 pandemic
How MyBodyWatch May Help
- Integrates with Apple Watch heart rate data
- Provides daily readiness assessment
- Helps inform activity planning decisions
- Tracks trends over time without complex interfaces
Try MyBodyWatch
Free for early adopters with optional donations
Remember: MyBodyWatch is a data visualization tool, not a medical device