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At WWDC 2024, Apple introduced several new features and enhancements related to Apple Health, particularly focusing on mental wellbeing. Here are some of the key updates:
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Mental Wellbeing APIs in HealthKit: Apple has added new APIs to HealthKit to support mental health. These include the ability to log and track mental wellbeing through the "State of Mind" API, which allows users to record their mood or emotions. This can be done directly from the Health app or the Apple Watch, making it easy to check in at any point during the day. Users can also take standardized questionnaires for anxiety and depression, such as the GAD-7 and PHQ-9, which are now available as APIs. For more details, you can check the session Explore wellbeing APIs in HealthKit.
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Integration with VisionOS: HealthKit is now available on Apple Vision Pro, allowing developers to create immersive and collaborative health experiences using spatial computing. This opens up new possibilities for health apps on this platform. For more information, see the session Get started with HealthKit in visionOS.
These updates aim to enhance the personalization and accessibility of health-related features across Apple's ecosystem, making it easier for users to engage with their mental health and wellbeing.
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