Galaxy Watch6 was used in a clinical study that explored the early prediction of fainting episodes.(Image: Samsung Newsroom) Samsung on Thursday, May 7, announced what it calls the world’s first breakthrough in fainting prediction. In a joint clinical study with Chung-Ang University Gwangmyeong Hospital, the smartphone maker has demonstrated that the Galaxy Watch6 can predict vasovagal syncope (VVS) with high accuracy. The development can likely pave the way for real-time warning systems that alert users before a fainting episode occurs. Vasovagal syncope is a condition in which the heart rate and blood pressure suddenly drop, and it is often triggered by excessive stress, causing a temporary loss of consciousness. Although the episode itself is not fatal, sudden falls can lead to secondary injuries such as fractures or concussions.…