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Up To Date is an integrated platform that manages medications, improves communication with healthcare professionals, and empowers users to make informed decisions based on their medication history. It includes timely medication reminders to ensure proper adherence to prescribed dosages and schedules.
Role
Team
UI Designer
Sofia E.
Izaz Z.
Baidiya H.
Strategies
Tools
Ethnography
Customer journey
Prototyping
Storyboarding
Figma
Protopie
Duration
6 weeks project for a user interface design course
Period
November 2022
Why do we create Up To Date
Target Audience
Elderly people who need regular medication
Context
As elder's memory declines, they often forget to take their medicine on time and what medicine they have taken.
Goals
-Reduce the memory burden of the elderly
-Improve their health condition
-Quickly consult related medication questions
Medicine Schedule
Feature 1.
- Shows how long it will be before you take the medicine
- There is a picture next to the medicine, so the user does not need to remember the name of the pill
Function
Once the alert rings and you click the check box to complete the pill, it will be marked as completed.
Feature 2.
Medicine Log
Switch back and forth between the pill you've taken in the past, the pill you're taking now, and the pill you're going to take in the future
Function
Click the corresponding button to switch the state
Feature 3.
Scan
Scan the QR code on the bottle to get information about the medication (e.g. dose, morning or evening, side effects)
Function
After scanning the medication, you can choose to add it to the reminder
Feature 4.
Consult with physician
Consult about the pill information and symptoms after taking it
Function
Send pictures and voice messages to make it easier to consult with doctors
Feature 5.
Help & Documentation
Use video instead of long text instructions to reduce the reading burden of the elderly
Function
- Tap the video to open in full screen
- Drop down menu to make visual comfort
Feature 6.
Smart Fridge
The Smart fridge displays the medications to be taken today and when to take them, and an alarm will remind users when it's time to take their medicine
Function
- Scan the QR code to connect with phone
- The same medication information and time will be displayed on the fridge
Why we should care about it, fund it, or buy it
- The majority of the elderly population requires medication, necessitating the use of an application termed "Up To Date." This application boasts an elderly-centric user experience (UX) design, ensuring ease of comprehension and utilization among its users.
- The application features an innovative element—a connectivity function with smart appliances, notably smart fridges. This feature facilitates medication reminders, strategically ensuring that reminders are accessible even in common areas like living rooms or kitchens. This approach acknowledges the common behavior among elderly individuals, who may not habitually carry mobile devices, thus enhancing accessibility and user engagement.
- The ethos underlying this initiative extends beyond mere usability. It embodies a holistic perspective on aging, recognizing the inevitability of aging for all individuals. Consequently, aiding the elderly community stands as an investment in our collective future, recognizing that the support extended to the elderly aligns with supporting our future selves.