A Communication Platform for Diabetes Surveillance

Diabetes mellitus is a common and precarious chronic disease, which affects cellular metabolism and energy production. The condition is divided into types I and II; the most common form is type II diabetes, which is an adult-onset disease. Blood glucose testing is crucial to diabetes control, and it is effective in reducing the risk of complications and improving life quality. Unfortunately, both elderly patients and their caregivers find it difficult to monitor glucose levels long term. This study developed a communication platform for diabetes surveillance. The developed system prompts diabetics to measure their blood glucose regularly at home, and provides remote care persons with complete information about the patient´s measurement. This aids in the improvement in diabetes control, thereby increasing the social activities and life quality of diabetics.