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Kesatie Legesse Habtemariam, Speaker at Catalysis
Mekelle University, Ethiopia
Title : Development of wearable health monitoring devices for chronic disease management

Abstract:

The development of wearable health monitoring devices for chronic disease management is a significant area of research in the field of healthcare technology. These devices offer continuous health tracking and real time data collection, providing valuable insights into the patient's condition. The use of such devices has the potential to improve patient outcomes, enhance disease management, and reduce healthcare costs. Wearable health monitoring devices typically include sensors that can track various physiological parameters such as heart rate, blood pressure, blood glucose levels, and physical activity. These sensors collect data continuously or at regular interval, which is then transmitted to a smartphone or a cloud-based platform for further analysis. This data can be accessed by healthcare providers, allowing them to monitor patients remotely and intervene proactively when necessary. The development of these devices involves overcoming various challenges such as ensuring accuracy and reliability of the data collected, maintaining user comfort and convenience, and addressing privacy and security concerns. Researchers are also exploring new technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning to analyze the vast amount of data generated by these devices and provide personalized insights to users. Overall, wearable health monitoring devices have the potential to empower patients to take control of their health, improve the management of chronic diseases, and revolutionize the way healthcare is delivered.

Keywords: Health, monitoring devices, chronic disease, sensors.

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