Technology and health--- isn’t it great?!

Imagine being able to stay home, work on your laptop, or watch tv, while getting your regular dialysis treatment. Normally, you would have to get on a bus, train, and/or car to get such treatment. Now, thanks to home monitoring and home dialysis machines, those needing treatment can get this treatment in the comfort of their own home.

The article Home is where the health care is, in Business 2.0 is part of a series which demonstrates how the patient has the power--- not the doctors, hospitals, etc. New companies are emerging in the healthcare field everyday --- mainly targeting the aging boomers. But imagine--- a diabetic having an at home monitoring system where the blood sugar or other vital statistics are taken daily and sent directly to the doctor. Imagine how valuable this would be for the multi-tasking, ever busy boomer who needs to care for themselves but puts off going to the doctor because of his/her other responsibilities.

Now, there would be no excuse--- the “doctor” is at home with you --- through these at-home monitoring devices. Caregivers will also benefit from piece of mind knowing that they can monitor their loved ones' health conditions.