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Health monitoring on real-time basis became possible due to the invention of wearable smart gadgets. These devices continuously monitor various parameters like blood pressure, heart rate, oxygen level, and calories burnt. Fitness bands helps individuals to maintain their body healthy and fit by regularly alerting them about the steps taken per day and how much calories needs to be burnt to stay healthy.

Figure 1.1 Stages of IoT.

These devices can be interconnected by IoT devices so that the healthcare workers and immediate family members can monitor the parameters and they will be alerted for any emergency situation. Such devices are very helpful for elderly persons who are living alone as they get immediate medical attention if there are variations in their body parameters.