Telecare Aware has moved – see below

As we recently noted, Phillips is starting to make a stronger play in the telemedicine/telehealth arena. Here is a link to its home site for these products.

ALRT medicine compliance system: “Ideal for patients with COPD, Asthma, Diabetes, Alzheimer’s, AIDS/HIV, psychiatric conditions or dexterity issues (tremors, severe arthritis), mild to moderate dementia as well as patients with complicated medications schedules, such as congestive heart failure and organ transplants.” Read article.

‘Due to an increasing population, a global shortage of physicians and other healthcare professionals, as well as increasing health costs, Telemedicine is perceived by many to be a lifejacket held-out to a society immersed in the turbulent sea of healthcare.’

An odd metaphor for a sub-Saharan project, but a worthwhile project nonetheless. Read on.

And for contrast, telehealth in Saskatchewan, Canada. Read on.

Skeeper is a new emergency wristband capable of alerting you or medical professionals in the event that your loved one may fall under an unfortunate haphazard. It can activate a warning signal or initiate a voice call in case of need. Read more.