On November 29, VitalHealth Software released an enhanced version of its Vital for Diabetes solution. Amongst numerous other improvements and additions, this version adds the following capabilities:

• EDIFACT based information exchange with Hospital Information Systems (HIS)
• Referrals and information feedback to authorized users in the healthcare chain, for both primary and secondary care
• Support for the Ankle-Arm Index (AAI)
• A "Education and Therapy" section, including decision support for lifestyle coaching and therapy
• A summary overview targeted at and to be given to the patient
• Role based reports with specific information for the various disciplines involved in primary and secondary care
• The option for users of Diagnosis for Health's DZP offering to switch to the web based Vital for Diabetes with the push of a button

Vital for Diabetes is quickly evolving into the most complete and robust solution for diabetes chain care and disease management.