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# Stigma-Free Epileptic Bracelets
The Embrace Health Smart Watch Features a Non-Intrusive Design

By M | Published 2015-11-30 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/health-smart-watch
References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2015/11/30/style-over-stigma/) & [behance.net](https://www.behance.net/denisolenik)

The Embrace health smart watch is designed specifically for those dealing with epileptic episodes and struggling with the stigma behind them. The watch doubles up as an alert and tracking system for the episodes as well as a [stylishly minimal design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vetra-orbit-one) that is virtually undetectable as a health aid. The design is intended to be simple so that wearer's don't feel as though the device is an identifiable marker of their condition.

Going beyond the tech of a conventional smart watch, the Embrace device offers patients the reassurance of alerting them to oncoming attacks to simplify dealing with them. The watch monitors [health and data](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whoop-50) to keep patients in the loop as well as forwarding that information to a smartphone for further tracking. The [sleek watch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/withings-scanwatch-nova-brilliant) simply features a silver unmarked time face and black strap that can be worth by both children and adults alike.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.6/10
- Popularity: 12% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Stigma-free Health Tech:** Opportunity for innovating health devices that blend seamlessly into everyday life without drawing attention to medical conditions.
- **Discreet Alert Systems:** Innovation opportunity to create discreet and effective alert systems for medical conditions that provide timely warnings and support.
- **Personalized Health Tracking:** Opportunity to develop personalized health tracking devices that monitor and analyze data to improve patient care and outcomes.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Wearable Technology:** Opportunity for wearable technology companies to create health devices that prioritize discretion and style.
- **Healthcare Technology:** Innovation opportunity for healthcare technology companies to improve patient monitoring and support systems for chronic conditions.
- **Design and Fashion:** Opportunity to collaborate with fashion and design industries to create stylish and non-stigmatizing medical devices.

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