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Chennai hospital launches 5G-enabled continuous care ambulance fleet

Chennai hospital launches 5G-enabled continuous care ambulance fleet

Kauvery Hospital in Chennai has introduced a fleet of 5G-enabled ambulances with continuous patient monitoring capabilities. The advanced ambulances, equipped with a Continuous Patient Monitoring System (CPMS), allow specialists to remotely monitor patients' vital signs in real-time and guide paramedics in delivering appropriate emergency care.

The service, launched by Greater Chennai Police Commissioner A. Amalraj alongside Kauvery Group founder Manivannan Selvaraj, now includes over 30 ambulances across Kauvery Alwarpet, Vadapalani, Radial Road, and Maa Kauvery Radial Road. These ambulances, strategically deployed at key locations throughout the city, are capable of providing emergency care for patients with diverse medical needs.

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