Remote monitoring and AI tools expand across Latin America and Europe

A new remote‑monitoring platform called VigiDoc was launched in Brazil by hematologist Dr. Claudio Macedo. The system uses wearable devices to capture vital signs of oncology patients, sends real‑time alerts to medical teams and aims to reduce hospital visits while improving safety.

In Argentina, the Alexander Fleming Institute partnered with the design firm House of Cholas to sell a limited‑edition scarf. Proceeds will finance artificial‑intelligence projects for cancer diagnosis and treatment, promoting precision oncology.

Spain’s Ministry of Health published a guide that restricts the use of AI in clinical consultations. The rules require that AI serve only as decision‑support, that clinicians retain final responsibility, and that patients be informed when AI influences their care.

A market forecast predicts the global IoT medical‑devices market will grow to US$154.74 billion by 2030, driven by remote patient monitoring, chronic‑disease management and AI‑enabled analytics.

Data from the private‑sector health observatory show digital‑service usage by patients rising from 12.5 % in 2018 to 77 % in 2023, while telemedicine evolves into a “2.0” model that emphasizes continuous, interoperable patient data and broader access.

Industry guides and upcoming forums stress the need for rigorous testing of healthcare applications and highlight how telemedicine 2.0 can extend specialist care beyond physical hospitals.