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Level A1 – BeginnerCEFR A1
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- Researchers at the University of Arizona made a device.
- It is a soft sleeve for the leg.
- Older people can wear it on their thigh.
- Tiny sensors watch movement and steps.
- The device uses AI to check health.
- It sends results to a phone.
- It charges without plugging in.
- Early checks can help prevent falls.
- This helps doctors act before a fall.
- The team calls the design invisible.
Difficult words
- researcher — a person who studies and finds factsResearchers
- sleeve — a cover that fits around an arm or leg
- sensor — a small device that detects movement or changessensors
- thigh — the top part of the leg
- prevent — to stop something from happening
- invisible — cannot be seen with the eyes
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Discussion questions
- Would you wear a device like this? Why or why not?
- Do you think this device could help older people?
- Have you used a device that sends information to a phone?
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