Kinsa Health
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Overview
Kinsa Health is a public health company that has created a network of internet-connected smart thermometers. The company aggregates anonymized data from these thermometers, such as fever readings and symptoms, to create a real-time map of illness at the community level. This provides an early warning system for seasonal flu, COVID-19, and other contagious illnesses.
✨ Key Features
- Network of millions of smart thermometers
- Real-time aggregation of anonymized fever and symptom data
- Geographic illness level mapping (U.S.)
- Early warning and forecasting of illness spikes
- Data services for public health, employers, and brands
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Uses direct, real-time physiological data (fever) rather than lagging indicators or search trends
- Large, established network of smart devices in households
- Ability to capture symptom data alongside fever readings
Unique Value: Provides a uniquely fast and accurate signal of where and when contagious illnesses are spreading by tapping into a network of at-home smart thermometers.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Data has been shown to be a leading indicator for flu season severity and COVID-19 hotspots.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Official clinical diagnosis or patient record management.
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a faster, more granular, and often more accurate early warning than traditional surveillance systems that rely on hospital visits or lab confirmations.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Public illness map is free to view. Thermometers are a consumer purchase. Data services are enterprise-level.
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