Apple looks at the ability of its smartwatch to reduce stroke risk

Apple, in cooperation with Johnson & Johnson, is studying whether the Apple Watch can help reduce the risk of stroke.

Johnson & Johnson said on Tuesday that it will participate with Apple in a study that explores whether an iPhone application with Apple Health Watch features can help reduce the risk of stroke.

And last year, a study found that Apple's smart watch could accurately detect atrial fibrillation, which is the most common type of heartbeat, according to a study that explored the role of wearable devices in identifying potential heart problems.

Apple Watch was also able to save a number of falls for its users by sending a distress call after they lost consciousness, which saved their lives.

Apple announced its latest release of its fifth-generation smartwatch at its annual conference in September last year.