Sprint, HealthSpot to embed wireless connectivity via M2M

US operator Sprint has signed an agreement with US-based health and technology company HealthSpot to embed wireless connectivity via M2M for the HealthSpot Care4 Station. Together Sprint and HealthSpot will deliver an integration of telemedicine and primary care, allowing patients access to enhanced medical care in the community or workplace. The HealthSpot Care4 Station is a fully enclosed kiosk that delivers primary and specialty care in private settings such as pharmacies, supermarkets and workplaces. The Care4 Station increases care options like extended hours and physician availability and bring healthcare access to remote and underserved populations. The private medical kiosk connects patients to doctors over real-time, HD videoconferences with wireless technology. Digital medical devices integrated into the unit allow doctors to collect vital health information. Patient information, video, prescriptions, appointment scheduling and visit records can be transmitted securely over the Sprint Wimax network.