Asthma Data Innovation Demonstration Project

The Propeller intervention works through the provision of information to patients and their providers. With the Propeller sensor device in place, each actuation of a patient's rescue inhaler is recorded with an automatic time stamp and geographic location. Actuation data are then securely transmitted to Propeller Health where the information is also compiled into individual reports via mobile apps, online dashboards, email reports and text message reminders that are returned to the patient. This communication provides an ongoing assessment of their management based on the national guidelines, together with personalized information to help encourage and support self-management. Each participant was invited to share reports with his or her healthcare provider, but this was not required.