Introducing the new smart inhaler
The following was originally published on August 1, 2015, at healthcentral.com/asthma. Smart Inhalers the Future of Asthma Control Smartphones, smart TVs, and now smart inhalers? It appears this is already happening, thanks to new technology developed by Propeller Health . This may be the revolutionary breakthrough the asthma community has been yearning for to obtain ideal asthma control. You actually turn your own inhaler into a smart inhaler . To begin all you need is a prescription for an inhaler from your doctor as normal, and also a prescription for an inhaler sensor. Then you download an app and sign in. After picking up the inhaler you simply snap the sensor onto it. The sensor then wirelessly syncs with your smartphone using Bluetooth. When you use the inhaler, the sensor picks up the signal and collects data regarding any potential asthma triggers in your area. You can then track when and where you use your inhalers, and what symptoms you felt. You can even set reminders...