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‘False sense of security’: Study finds some thermal imaging temperature checks show inaccurate readings
issued a public alert this week warning that improper use of such tools could lead to inaccurate temperature readings and "present potentially serious public health risks.""While thermal imaging is not an effective diagnostic device for COVID-19, it can determine if someone has an elevated temperature, which can be an important risk management tool during the pandemic when used properly," FDA chief medical officer William Maisel said. "But improper use and marketing of thermal imaging systems may lead to inaccurate temperature readings and pose a potential danger to public health."FILE IMAGE - View of a screen of a test system of a thermal imaging camera which checks body temperatures at El Dorado International Airport on Aug.