September 16, 2025
In the News
Can a biometric bracelet keep people from dying in jail?
They’re not stylish and they’re prone to false alarms, but jail officials across the country are turning to biometric bracelets to keep people from dying in custody. A company called 4Sight Labs has created medical monitors that measure vital signs like heart rate and breathing. When locked onto the wrist, the device is designed to alert the jail’s staff of a medical emergency.
WBUR
