HEALTH MATTERS DAY, OCT 9th
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Pumps4Kids was developed using extensive patient feedback to ensure that it meets the educational needs of children at various levels of knowledge regarding this treatment. Following release, on-going feedback will ensure that content evolves to meet the users’ learning needs. This application was released in February 2013 and has been downloaded over 700 times and used over 2000 times in over 40 countries.
Smartphones are increasingly being used by children and teenagers and may provide an opportunity to enhance medical care in this population. Initial feedback has been extremely positive and uptake to date suggests that there is significant demand for this educational tool. Adaptation of this application with enhanced video is planned, and the development of further educational tools for children with Type 1 diabetes may follow.
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http://www.healthawards.ie/nominations/
HealthMatters/September, 2013
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And here's a little video about tips to dealing with diabeties, because....well why not!