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Remote Monitoring Boosts Pregnancy Care in Rural Victoria
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Remote patient monitoring technology is revolutionizing healthcare for pregnant women in regional Victoria, particularly those managing gestational diabetes. By logging daily glucose levels into an app, moms can avoid lengthy drives for check-ins, saving time, money, and stress. Health teams also benefit from real-time data, enabling them to streamline programs and focus on care. The Hume Rural Health Alliance has expanded similar virtual tools across sixteen services in northern Victoria, enhancing information sharing and bed availability. This shift towards digital health aligns with Victorias 2021 strategy to eliminate paper records and boost virtual care, with a $21.4 million budget for electronic medical records rollout. As health tech companies adopt these tools globally, regional areas are pioneering connected care and future AI advancements.
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