A new device to test blood glucose levels in children suffering from diabetes, particularly those in India, has been developed by Finnish company Modz.
The device, which can be connected to both mobile phones and computers, is aimed at helping to treat children and juveniles in a county which has seen a worrying rise in the number of childhood diabetes cases.
Explaining the benefits of the product, Modz chief executive Pietari Paivanen, said: "Modz's first product is a unique blood glucose meter especially designed for kids and teenagers."
"On an average, a child is required to take a blood sample around 10 times a day. Our device also reminds him or her on that."
Glucose level results are provided using interesting icons, colours and the spoken word, and can be relayed to parents, doctors and hospitals to act as a reliable support tool.
"We completed the first round of financing this year. Commercial production will start soon," he added.
The Modz chief executive said studies reveal that India is one of the biggest markets for such products. Almost 45 million people in the country are currently affected by diabetes and the number is expected to grow to over 70 million by 2025.
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