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ATLANTA, Feb. 28,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- KORE, a global leader in
Internet of Things ("IoT") Solutions, and Medical Guardian, a
leading provider of personal emergency response systems (PERS),
jointly announce their groundbreaking collaboration on the
first-ever medical alert device utilizing eSIM technology. This
revolutionary technology is designed to overcome cell signal
challenges and address healthcare access disparities by enabling
electronic switching of service carriers for optimal 24/7
connectivity.
This collaboration aligns with KORE's "IoT for Good" purpose
statement and Medical Guardian's commitment to empowering lives.
KORE OmniSIM™ technology provides Medical Guardian the flexibility
to wirelessly switch to a network carrier that best meets members'
needs. It streamlines logistics by allowing Medical Guardian to use
a single SIM card to connect to multiple providers, future-proofing
safety devices against network or carrier changes and enhancing
member satisfaction.
The new eSIM is activated in Medical Guardian's newest PERS
device, the MGMini, which was designed to facilitate "active
aging," as defined by the World Health Organization (WHO). The
device leverages KORE's reliable connectivity services and KORE
OmniSIM technology to optimize opportunities for health,
participation and security for aging adults.
The MGMini enables seniors to live independently for longer by
providing access to vital resources. Its two-way communication
feature allows wearers to instantly connect with emergency
operators and caregivers at the press of a button. In addition to
responsive care, the MGMini's connectivity will provide proactive
on-person touchpoints to improve health outcomes for Medical
Guardian's rapidly growing membership of over 100,000 individuals
enrolled in Medicaid Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS), Dual
Eligible and Medicare Advantage programs.
Romil Bahl, KORE President and
CEO, said KORE is dedicated to empowering its customers to help
others through eSIM technology – i.e., Medical Guardian, who
provides seniors safe, reliable ways to age on their own terms.
"Medical Guardian's life-saving devices, connected by KORE's eSIM
technology, serve as prime examples of how IoT can make positive,
real-world impacts," said Bahl. "IoT can be applied to help solve
our most daunting obstacles, like caring for our growing aging
population. Helping our seniors age with dignity helps us all look
forward to a brighter future."
Geoff Gross, Founder and CEO of
Medical Guardian, added, "We're committed to increasing access to
safety, engagement, and wellness services. This exciting
partnership enables us to deliver enhanced connectivity to our
services and unlock unique touchpoints to protect members,
establish trusting relationships, close gaps in care, and improve
health outcomes."
For more information, visit korewireless.com and
medicalguardian.com.
About KORE
KORE is a pioneer, leader, and trusted
advisor delivering mission critical IoT solutions and services. We
empower organizations of all sizes to improve operational and
business results by simplifying the complexity of IoT. Our deep IoT
knowledge and experience, global reach, purpose-built solutions,
and deployment agility accelerate and materially impact our
customers' business outcomes. For more information,
visit korewireless.com.
About Medical Guardian
Founded in 2005, Medical
Guardian is a leading provider of innovative health solutions for
aging adults, with 330,000+ active members in all 50 states. The
company offers a full suite of connected-care medical alert systems
that empower older adults to live a life without limits and age
safely at home. Medical Guardian boasts a 93% customer satisfaction
rate, achieves a 4.7+ star rating on Google Reviews, and was named
a Top Medical Alert Device in 2023 by the New York Times Wirecutter
and Forbes Health. For more information about Medical Guardian,
please visit: www.medicalguardian.com
KORE Media Contact
Stephen Bell
Marketing Manager
Email: sbell@korewireless.com
+1-440-622-9352
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