Although the fearsome blood-sucking characters of folklore do not typically make people feel warm and fuzzy inside, the prospect of piercing one's skin on a regular basis is not particularly pleasant either. In Vampire Winny, however, one designer has reworked the image of the creature so that she can take up the task of acquiring plasma samples in a way that's less scary than typical glucose monitors.
Intended for kids, Diana Dumitrescu's concept is cute and approachable and makes the process of testing oneself logical and interactive. Synced with a smartphone app, Vampire Winny has a virtual counterpart who requires constant feeding. The user is reminded when deposits must be made for the health of the fanged cartoon character, encouraging the child to take regular samples by pricking his finger in the mouth of the little monster.
Blood-Sucking Glucose Monitors
Vampire Winny is a Friendly Fiend Who Feeds On Your Healthy Routine
Trend Themes
1. Interactive Glucose Monitoring - Designing interactive glucose monitoring devices that allow for easier and more approachable monitoring experiences.
2. Gamified Health Tracking - Gamifying health tracking to increase adherence to medical treatment plans and make the process more fun and engaging for children.
3. Companion Device Integration - Integrating companion devices with glucose monitoring systems to remind users to take readings and incentivize regular testing.
Industry Implications
1. Healthcare Technology - Innovations in healthcare technology that assist in continuous health monitoring and management for patients.
2. Mobile App Development - Mobile app development for interactive health tracking and management of medical conditions.
3. Medical Devices - Medical device manufacturers can develop companion devices that integrate with glucose monitoring systems to incentivize regular testing and improve user adherence.