Researchers from Jadavpur University's Electronics and Telecommunication Department created a wearable device that can provide real-time health monitoring and emergency aid. The Intelligent Secure Health Monitoring Device-24 (ISHMD-24) seeks to bridge the gap in healthcare accessibility, especially in rural areas with limited medical resources.

Local media reported that the wrist-worn device resembles a smartwatch. It uses advanced machine learning algorithms to analyze critical health parameters, like heart rate, blood pressure, pulse rate, and body temperature.  If the wearer has an unexpected health condition, the gadget immediately recognizes it and sends critical information to medical professionals via a specialized mobile application. 

The app includes a list of available doctors, allowing patients to instantly contact a healthcare practitioner. In critical instances, the obtained data enables doctors to commence quick therapy, potentially saving lives. 

Sayan Tripathi and Jhilam Jana, two of the key researchers, discussed their idea for the creation. "Our primary goal was to alleviate the healthcare inequities in rural areas. The technology ensures that essential health data is only accessible to the patient and their doctor, protecting privacy," Tripathi stated. 

The device, priced at ₹3,000, will be available soon as a nano-watch model. The University's Institution Innovation Council provided financial support for the development. Professors Jaydev Bhowmick and Chinmoy Ghorai, as well as researcher Asfaq Ali, have made significant contributions to the project. 

ISHMD-24, with its patented technology, has the potential to transform the treatment of emergency medical crises, providing hope to millions in need of immediate healthcare solutions.