It began as a headache, but by the end of the rabbit hole I fell down, I was staring at the possibility of a deadly brain tumor. Just weeks later, a slight cough spiraled into fears that I’d contracted a first-of-its-kind, pandemic-style illness that would bring about my own — and the world’s — demise.
I’m a wellness writer with health anxiety. Otherwise known as hypochondria or illness anxiety disorder, it’s a condition that makes me worry I am or may become ill even when I’m healthy.
What’s ironic is that part of my job involves testing devices that monitor my health, wearables including fitness trackers and smart rings. While I love exploring this technology and do think it can help you learn more about your body, I have to be careful about how I use it so my anxiety isn’t triggered. I know I’m not alone.
“Healthy adults and individuals with pre-existing
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