Health-Dedicated Cellular Phone Monitors Vital Signs

An innovative Android-based smartphone for patients and health conscious consumers features a range of integrated medical sensors.

The LifeWatch V includes a plethora of medical sensors powering seven health tests, combined with wellness-related applications and cloud-based services. The tests include one-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) readings, body temperature, blood glucose, heart rate, blood oxygen saturation (SpO2), body fat percentage, and stress levels, as expressed by heart rate variability. Each medical test is presented as an application and, in addition, there are diet applications and programmable reminders for medications.

The health tests are operated by placing a finger on one of the sensors, allowing users to measure, track, and analyze their medical measurements, take corrective action, plan meals, activities, and more. ECG analysis tests are sent to the cloud, where they are then automatically analyzed by a smart algorithm; the analysis is presented to the user within seconds. The LifeWatch V smartphone can also test blood glucose with no additional devices by inserting test strips into a special slot on the phone’s stainless steel frame.

All collected data is automatically and securely saved to a remote server and can be retrieved from the cloud for follow-up anytime, anywhere. Results and historical data can be shared with doctors, family, or others on the user’s request through e-mail or text message. Customizable service plans include call center support to provide expert advice when an issue arises; the service plans generate additional monthly revenue to service providers. The The LifeWatch V is a product of LifeWatch (Neuhausen am Rheinfall, Switzerland).

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