“How I Saved My Father: The Heartfelt Journey to Smart Technology and Personalized Medicine”

Growing up, I never thought much about the future of healthcare. It was only when my father faced a serious health issue that I realized how vital personalized medical care could be. The constant worry in his eyes — whether he missed a dose of medicine or if his blood pressure had spiked unnoticed — drove me to search for a solution. He deserved more than reactive care; he needed proactive, personalized attention. There has to be a better way to support people like my father.

Globally, 537 million adults have diabetes, with approximately 6.7 million deaths annually due to the disease. Poor management significantly contributes to these numbers, underscoring the need for effective care and monitoring.

And that’s when I found inspiration in the convergence of IoT and smart health technology. And here comes the “AID from Iot” :

Smart insulin pumps, such as the ones developed by companies like Medtronic, are equipped with continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems. These devices measure glucose levels in real-time and adjust insulin delivery automatically based on the data received. For patients with diabetes, this technology means fewer manual blood glucose checks and less guesswork in insulin dosing. The pump’s ability to provide precise, real-time adjustments significantly reduces the risk of both hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia, making diabetes management more reliable and less intrusive.

An illustation of person using Smart insulin pumps and how i can be attached to the body.

What’s particularly inspiring about these devices is their integration with mobile apps and cloud-based platforms.

1. This smart insulin pump features Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM), using a tiny sensor under the skin to continuously track glucose levels without frequent finger pricks.
2. Based on glucose readings, the insulin pump adjusts delivery: increasing insulin when levels are high and reducing or stopping it when levels are low.
3. The insulin pump can be personalized to deliver varying insulin rates at different times, like increasing doses during meals when blood sugar typically rises.
4. You can monitor glucose levels and insulin delivery on your smartphone, receive alerts for abnormal readings, and share data with your healthcare provider through the app.

An illustration of Smart Insulin Pump.

For someone like my father, who faced daily challenges managing his health, the smart insulin pump exemplifies how IoT can enhance the quality of care and now he is doing better. Personalized medicine is no longer a distant dream but a reality that’s beginning to unfold. With smart health devices, care is moving beyond hospital walls and into our homes, integrating seamlessly into our daily lives.

This blog is personal, driven by my father’s experience and the belief that technology can be a force for good. As I write this, I know that what one feels like a distant hope is now within reach. And soon, with the help of IoT and smart health, we’ll be living in a world where healthcare is not just about treatment — but about truly caring for each individual in the way they deserve. Thanks to the Technological Revolution saving millions of innocent lives.

Thanks to StartUp Health, Rohan Chadwick, Adam, The Diabetic Cyborg, Pete Schwamb for sharing informative content on Medium.

Thanks for reading, Have a good day.