SAN DIEGO, May 5, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Entra Health Systems, an international applied healthcare technology company, today launched MyGlucoStore.com, a new online diabetic products store that is available for customers in the United States, Europe and the Caribbean. MyGlucoStore.com features unique capabilities that simplify the ordering of the MyGlucoHealth meters, strips and other related diabetic care products.
"As we expand and roll out regional distribution of MyGlucoHealth products within the U.S. and European communities, many diabetic patients are anxious to test out our new integrated glucometer with real-time web reporting and alerts," said Richard Strobridge, Chief Executive Officer of Entra Health Systems. "Following the official launch of the first FDA cleared and CE certified Bluetooth(r) blood glucose meter last month, demand for the meter and strips has outpaced our ability to establish distribution networks and retail sites both domestically and internationally. MyGlucoStore.com allows patients a direct resource to purchase meters and strips until local sources become available."
MyGlucoStore.com is currently shipping to the U.S. and U.S. territories, Europe and the Caribbean basin, unless specifically restricted by government compliance. Instruction manuals are currently available in English, German and Dutch. All major credit cards are accepted.
Entra Health Systems is in the process of establishing reimbursement policies with most major health insurance providers in the U.S., as well as Medicare and Medicaid. The company's goal is to develop full distribution relationships and support operations across the Western Hemisphere and in Europe by the fourth quarter of 2009.
About MyGlucoHealth(r)
MyGlucoHealth is the first FDA cleared and CE certified Bluetooth blood glucose meter. The meter, along with the MyGlucoHealth Network form an integrated telehealth platform supporting patients and healthcare professionals in the monitoring and treatment of diabetes. MyGlucoHealth gives patients more direct control over their care and provides clear lines of communication with clinicians and caregivers.
The MyGlucoHealth meter works in combination with a real-time online data collection network to upload and manage blood glucose readings using a mobile phone or PC. This eliminates the need for patients to maintain personal logbooks, improving data accuracy and removing the opportunity for incomplete or 'manufactured' readings.
Using the MyGlucoHealth Portal at www.myglucohealth.net, or regional sites throughout the world, patients securely transmit and evaluate their daily readings while communicating those same results to their families, caregiver or diabetic care specialist.
About Entra Health Systems
Entra Health Systems is an international applied technology company whose charter is to improve healthcare management. Entra Health's products and services improve communication between the patient, clinician and caregiver. Entra Health provides technologies that enhance patient care while at the same time reducing the burden on healthcare providers. Improved patient care means improved patient outcomes and reduces the cost of care. For more information visit: www.entrahealthsystems.com or www.myglucohealth.net.
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