The trial is to receive AUD 4mn (US$ 3.87mn) in funding and will see elderly citizens provided with telehealth monitoring units and high-definition video conferencing systems in their homes and primary care facilities. The new equipment will monitor blood pressure, glucose levels and cardiovascular function, and will be able to send alerts to a doctor or nurse when needed.
"The Gillard Government will provide up to AUD 4mn in funding to NSW Health to trial the delivery of telehealth services into the homes of people aged over 65, including veterans with chronic diseases including cardiovascular and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease," said Mr. Conroy. "We know that most people prefer to stay at home when they are unwell and telehealth will allow people to receive their treatment where they feel most comfortable," he added.
The trials are to take place in Armidale and Kiama Downs, which are the first NBN release sites in New South Wales.
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Quelle/Source: IPTV News, 02.12.2010
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