How can individuals ensure the privacy and security of their personal health data when using smartphone apps or wearable devices to track their symptoms and communicate with healthcare providers?

Individuals can ensure the privacy and security of their personal health data by carefully reviewing the privacy policies of the apps or devices they are using, ensuring they are HIPAA compliant. They should also enable security features such as passwords, biometric authentication, and encryption on their devices. It is important to only share personal health information with trusted healthcare providers and avoid using public Wi-Fi networks when transmitting sensitive data. Regularly updating the apps and devices to the latest software versions can also help protect against security vulnerabilities.