Patients are already being monitored at a distance through internet, applications and technological advances.
For example, different wristbands are able to measure glucose levels, heart rate and body temperature.
It’s like having a virtual GP. The patients receive a wristband that monitors their health and in case the person is ill, the device sends an alert to the medical center,”
said Jorge Masís, representative of Prides.
Experts point out that this technology is easy to operate and costs around $300 and $500.
The information is stored in the digital file and the doctors have control of the patients in their care.
Masís said that the sensors have the ability to measure heart rate, glucose, body temperature, weight and even detect if a patient fails to comply with their exercise plan.
In other countries they are already used for monitoring older adults. The CCSS is interested in learning about these topics to explore future options. The same thing happens with the private company. This opens up a universe of possibilities,”
concluded Masís.
This technology is expected to be available in Costa Rica by 2018.