Poised to revolutionising healthcare accessibility and management in Nigeria, Platos Health, a healthtech company with global headquarters in Amsterdam and African headquarters in Lagos, has launched Platos Body Monitor, an AI-powered health device that makes it easier for people to take control of their health more than 300 pharmacies, including Medplus, Justrite and Bydow Pharmacy.

With its user-friendly interface and advanced technology, the innovative device empowers individuals to track vital signs and health metrics in real time, promoting proactive health management.

In a statement, the healthtech company stated that with 45 million Nigerians living with overweight and obesity, it is on a mission to help everyone stay healthy. It added that according to statistics, about 31 per cent of people who appear healthy may still be at risk of diabetes.

The healthtech aver that the AI-powered monitor detects hidden health risks, even if one looks slim. For between N80,000 and N120,000, one can get the Platos Body Monitor and access to the Platos Monitor platform on one’s Android or iOS phone. It connects with apps like Apple Health to track things like blood sugar and blood pressure to give an overview of one’s metabolic health.

According to General Manager at Chronicare, Adeyemi Oladimeji, using smart technology like Platos Monitor gives simple tips like understanding one’s cholesterol in easy terms, and guides one on better eating and staying active. He noted that in just three months, 33 per cent of users lost significant weight, helping them feel best and healthier.

“At Chronicare, our partnership with Platos Health helps our patients manage diabetes better. Platos lets us track their health in real time and gives personalized tips, making care easier and more connected,” he said.

Head of Operations, Oluwakemi Akinola, said “Nigerians deserve better access to health monitoring tools. We’re bringing Platos Monitor to you, so you can live healthier everyday.”

To help Nigerians learn more about their health, Platos Health launched the “Know More, Live Better” campaign. The company plans to grow across Africa in the future, bringing simple health solutions to more people.