Hedia develops a Class IIb medical device, the Hedia Diabetes Assistant, which utilizes artificial intelligence to provide personalized insulin dosage recommendations for individuals with insulin-requiring diabetes. This solution aims to enhance blood glucose stability and improve health outcomes by offering precise management tools tailored to each user's needs.
Funding
$3.3M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Individuals with insulin-dependent diabetes often struggle to calculate accurate insulin dosages, leading to suboptimal blood glucose control and increased risk of hypo- or hyperglycemia. Traditional methods rely on manual calculations and estimations, which can be time-consuming and prone to error due to factors like carbohydrate intake, activity level, and insulin sensitivity. This complexity makes it challenging for patients to maintain stable blood glucose levels and manage their condition effectively.
Solution
Hedia Diabetes Assistant (HDA) is a Class IIb medical device that leverages artificial intelligence to provide personalized insulin dosage recommendations for individuals with insulin-requiring diabetes. The mobile application considers real-time data, including current glucose levels, carbohydrate intake, recent insulin injections, and physical activity, to generate precise bolus insulin dose recommendations. By automating and refining the dosage calculation process, HDA aims to improve blood glucose stability, reduce the risk of complications, and enhance the overall quality of life for people managing diabetes. The application also allows users to track their glucose levels over time, monitor active insulin, and share logged data with healthcare professionals.
Target Audience
The primary users are individuals with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes who require insulin and possess the cognitive and physical skills to use mobile applications, under the guidance and monitoring of their healthcare professional.
Features
- AI-powered bolus calculator providing personalized insulin dosage recommendations
- Integration with connected devices for seamless data transfer into logbook and bolus calculations
- Food library with built-in and customizable food items for accurate carbohydrate tracking
- Glucose level tracking and visualization over time
- Active insulin monitoring to prevent over- or under-dosing
- Data sharing capabilities with healthcare professionals for collaborative diabetes management
- Bolus recommendations based on current glucose, recent insulin, carbohydrate intake, and physical activity
- Carb calculator to assist with meal planning