I read this quote recently that has stuck with me since; ‘Ultimately, it comes down to you knowing how to manage your food, water, and breath’. This is proving so true in this pandemic situation. We have gone back to managing our basics. The priorities of our lives have changed all over again and how! Maintaining good health has become of utmost importance, especially in this pandemic. Apart from eating and drinking right, it has become important that you remain conscious of your vital body stats. To ensure that you are on right track (health-wise), we have compiled a list of health monitoring devices that you MUST have in your household. Check out if you have them all or not!
Digital Thermometer
If you have the habit of using a contemporary mercury thermometer, then you need to upgrade your device and get a digital thermometer. Till now, a slight rise in body temperature (let us say 99.5°F) was never an issue, but this pandemic has changed every presumption we had. Now, you will need to monitor even a 0.1° rise in body temperature and for that, you will need an accurate digital thermometer.
Pulse Oximeter
You will find an oximeter in every household now (if you still do not have it, get it now!). This small device will help you monitor your oxygen level in the blood (or we also call it SpO2 level). If you are averaging anywhere between 97%-99%, then you are safe; if your level drops below that, then you need to consult a doctor immediately. Apart from that, it also tells you your heart rate. It is absolutely simple to use; you just insert your right index finger into the device and hold it for a few seconds. It will show your statistics.
Portable ECG monitor
You do want to keep a tab on your heart health, especially during this pandemic. A Portable ECG monitor is one of the best devices that can monitor your heart. You can download an app (that works with the physical device) on your smartphone and get the ECG of your heart. Purchase All the Healthcare products & Other Healthcare solutions at PharmEasy & get huge discounts on using coupon codes & offers.
Digital Blood Pressure Monitor
When so much is going wrong externally (right from health to financial security), it is hard to maintain one’s mental condition in a proper state. Because of so much inactivity, it is easy to gain problems like hypertension. It is important that you keep a blood pressure monitor in your home so that you can keep an eye on your pressure. These devices are readily available and are easy to operate. This device shows the blood pressure reading digitally, so you get the accurate stats with little trouble.
Oxygen Concentrators
Oxygen concentrators are one of the best ways to ensure that there is no shortage of flow of supplemental oxygen in a household. This device works for hours without you having to refill the device continuously. To get this machine working, you will need to plug it into an electrical socket. If you travel a lot then you can also get the adapter for the machine.
Glucometer
This pandemic is even worse for all those people who are suffering from a chronic disease. Diabetes is one very common chronic disease in India. According to IDF (International Diabetes Federation), almost 10% of the Indian population suffers from this disease (as of 2020). To keep a tab on your blood glucose level, it is important that you keep a glucometer in your home. With this device, it gets easier to keep a check on diabetes.
Medical Alert System
This device comes in handy when you have a patient in your home. With this device, you can call for help, in any kind of medical emergency. It is not always possible (for the person suffering the emergency) to shout for help or call someone on a phone. With just a press of a button, you can get the desired medical help you need.
Hand Sanitizer Dispenser
This is not a medical device per se, but this small machine has become even more important in fighting this pandemic. Maintaining proper hygiene around yourself is the very basic step in keeping Coronavirus at bay. To maintain that hygiene, you will need to keep your hands, free from any kind of viruses. It is important that you have a hand sanitizer dispenser at home so that you can effortlessly sanitize your hands after you touch any unclean surface. Ensure that you do not sanitize only your fingers but your entire hands, properly.
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