Rochester, NY, March 31, 2024 – PharmaSmart®, a leading manufacturer of clinically validated vital signs health kiosks, announced the successful deployment of its health station technology for the New York City Department of Health & Mental Hygiene (NYC DOHMH) to improve remote patient access and support targeted population health initiatives.
The NYC DOHMH recently completed Phase 1 of a targeted rollout of 127 PharmaSmart Health Station Kiosks across priority zip codes known to have a high percentage of health and socioeconomic disparities. This effort aligns with New York City's place-based initiatives aimed at bringing together community-based organizations, faith-based groups and health care systems to reduce high blood pressure in New Yorkers. These health-equity-focused programs leverage technology to reduce high blood pressure disparities through neighborhood-based hypertension interventions.
“Hypertension is a significant risk factor for many cardiovascular diseases such as stroke and heart disease. Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death in NYC, and PharmaSmart is proud to support efforts that leverage technology to enhance access, improve early detection, and address cardiovascular risks,” said Larry Kramer, President of PharmaSmart
The New York City Department of Health & Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) is dedicated to promoting and protecting the health of all New Yorkers. With a mission to reduce health inequities and improve population health, DOHMH delivers a wide range of programs and services, including disease prevention, health promotion, emergency preparedness, and health equity initiatives. The agency also conducts research and implements public health policies aimed at addressing social determinants of health and reducing chronic disease rates across New York City’s diverse communities. For more information, visit: https://www.nyc.gov/health.
For more information on the priority neighborhood zip code initiative please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/trie/about/neighborhoods
PharmaSmart® is the only blood pressure kiosk company listed on the National Blood Pressure Validated Device List™ (https://www.validatebp.org), a list endorsed by the American Heart Association (AHA), American Medical Association (AMA), PharmaSmart’s patented universal cuff is accurate for 97% of adult arm sizes, including obese individuals. This ensures stakeholders that blood pressure readings provided by PharmaSmart devices are clinically validated for accuracy.
PharmaSmart’s national network of more than 6,000 web-enabled health station kiosks provides blood pressure, weight, and BMI measurements, with digital results delivered directly to patients and select caregivers. The kiosks are also used to promote clinical services, health education, virtual care, and disease-specific assessments to inform risk stratification, helping patients access resources that improve health outcomes and reduce costly unscheduled care.
For more information, visit https://www.pharma-smart.com/.