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This is an interesting story<\/a> about new technology that can allow doctors and clinics to electronically monitor what is going on with COPD patients’ bodies.<\/p>\n

According to this USA Today story, the sensor itself isn’t the new technology, it’s sending the patient’s biometric data to the Cloud via a wireless device, where it can be checked by a doctor or clinic. If they start seeing readings that are dangerous, the patient is warned to get themselves to a doctor.<\/p>\n

I know from having a relative with COPD how quickly things can change with the condition and how quickly lung function can deteriorate.<\/p>\n

According to the article:<\/p>\n

According to Philips, physical activity and inactivity, respiratory function, heart rhythm, and heart rate variability are all monitored. The data is then retrievable via two apps: Philips eCareCompanion and eCareCoordinator, making it possible for doctors to monitor patients remotely.<\/p>\n

“Instead of people just going to the hospital when things have deteriorated\u2014they’re so short of breath or it becomes life-threatening\u2014[the information] is coming in way ahead,” says Jeroen Tas, CEO of the Philips Healthcare Informatics Solutions and Services business group.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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