Information processing system and information processing method

Abstract

To provide an information processing system and an information processing method that assist in maintaining the health of a monitored user.SOLUTION: In the information processing system, a computer system determines the type of health information to be monitored with regards to a monitored user according to attributes of the monitored user. A terminal of the monitored user acquires the monitoring target information of the monitored user that corresponds to the determined type. The computer system notifies a watching user linked to the monitored user of the acquired monitoring target information of the monitored user and / or information for health management corresponding to the determined type.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 4

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to an information processing system and an information processing method. [Background technology]

[0002] In recent years, services have been proposed that notify the health status of monitored users, such as working-age people, children, etc. For example, Patent Document 1 describes an information processing device that notifies the health status of multiple subjects living in a residence, such as working-age people and children.

[0003] Furthermore, in recent years, the number of elderly people living alone away from their families has been increasing, and a service has been proposed that monitors the health status of such elderly people and notifies family members who live separately. For example, Patent Document 1 describes that when a server determines the health status of a monitored user based on detection information, or when the determined health status meets a predetermined condition (for example, when the body temperature (skin temperature) is above a predetermined temperature (e.g., 38°C), when the stress level is above a predetermined value, or when the determined health status satisfies a predetermined condition that indicates poor physical condition), the server notifies the user terminal of the family member who lives separately, thereby notifying the family member who lives separately of an abnormality in the health status of the person being managed. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0004] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2020-135132 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] However, despite the possible health risks (specific to the user's attributes) for the monitored user, the user watching over them (hereinafter referred to as the "watching user") does not have the knowledge to do so, and therefore the watching user is unable to determine the type of health information to be monitored and / or the information for health management of the monitored user (for example, the content of care when caring for the monitored user). Patent Document 1 does not consider providing support from the management system side to address this issue, and this remains one of the challenges that have yet to be resolved.

[0006] Furthermore, with the technology of Patent Document 1, even if the monitored user is not feeling well, the technology simply notifies the user terminal of a family member living separately, and the monitored user must inquire at a medical institution themselves even if they are not feeling well, which poses a significant burden.

[0007] Furthermore, Patent Document 1 only monitors general physical conditions such as body temperature (skin temperature) and stress level. However, when the monitored user is elderly, there is a problem that even if the monitored user shows symptoms of eye diseases (e.g., glaucoma, cataracts) or abnormalities specific to the elderly, the monitored user himself / herself does not notice, and family members living separately do not notice because they lack knowledge about eye diseases and abnormalities specific to the elderly. Similarly, when the monitored user is a child, there is a problem that even if the monitored user shows symptoms of eye diseases and abnormalities specific to children (e.g., strabismus), the child himself / herself does not notice, and family members living together do not notice because they lack knowledge about eye diseases and abnormalities specific to children. Thus, there is a problem that even if the monitored user shows symptoms of eye diseases (e.g., glaucoma, cataracts) or abnormalities (e.g., strabismus) specific to user attributes such as age, the monitored user himself / herself does not notice, and the watching user does not notice because they lack knowledge about eye diseases and abnormalities specific to the monitored user's attributes.

[0008] Furthermore, in recent years, modern people (especially children) have had more opportunities to come into contact with digital devices such as smartphones and tablets, which can lead to excessive use, making it difficult for modern people (especially children) to maintain good eye condition. There is a challenge in preventing the deterioration of the eye condition of modern people (especially children) as much as possible.

[0009] One aspect of the present invention has been made in view of the above-mentioned problems, and aims to provide an information processing system and an information processing method that assist a monitored user in maintaining their health. [Means for solving the problem]

[0010] An information processing system according to one embodiment of the present invention may include a determination means for determining a type of monitored information to be monitored for a monitored user in accordance with the user attributes of the monitored user, an acquisition means for acquiring monitored information of the monitored user corresponding to the determined type, and a notification means for notifying a watching user linked to the monitored user of the acquired monitored information of the monitored user and / or information for health management corresponding to the determined type.

[0011] According to this configuration, the watching user is notified of the type of information to be monitored for the monitored user and / or information for health management of the monitored user (for example, the details of care when caring for the monitored user). This makes it easier for the watching user to understand the type of information to be monitored for the monitored user and / or the information for health management of the monitored user (for example, the details of care when caring for the monitored user).

[0012] In the information processing system, the notification means may notify the monitored user of the determined type and request information of that type from the monitored user, and the acquisition means may acquire the information sent in response to the request as the monitored information.

[0013] According to this configuration, the information processing system can monitor the health status of the monitored user and / or acquire information necessary for providing information for health management, thereby enabling the watching user to grasp the health information of the monitored user.

[0014] An information processing system according to another aspect of the present invention may include an acquisition means for acquiring monitored information of a monitored user, a determination means for determining the health status of the monitored user using the acquired monitored information of the monitored user based on predetermined determination criteria, and a notification means for notifying a watching user linked to the monitored user of information including the acquired monitored information of the monitored user and / or information for health management of the determined type based on the determination result.

[0015] According to this configuration, if there is an abnormality in the health condition of the monitored user, the monitoring user can be notified of information about the monitored user and / or information for health management of the determined type, so that the monitoring user can become aware of any abnormalities in the monitored user's health at an early stage.

[0016] In addition, the information processing system of this aspect may further include a determination means for determining the type of monitored information to be monitored for the monitored user in accordance with the user attributes of the monitored user, and the acquisition means may acquire the monitored information of the monitored user corresponding to the determined type.

[0017] According to this configuration, if the monitored user shows symptoms of an eye disease (e.g., glaucoma, cataract) or abnormality specific to user attributes such as age, the monitoring user will be notified, thereby reducing the number of cases where the monitored user himself or herself is unaware of the disease or abnormality, and where family members living with or apart from the monitored user are also unaware of the disease or abnormality due to lack of knowledge about the disease or abnormality.

[0018] In the information processing system of this aspect, the determination means may determine the determination criteria in accordance with a user attribute of the monitored user.

[0019] According to this configuration, the health state of the monitored user can be determined based on different criteria depending on the user attributes, and the health state of each individual user can be appropriately determined. Examples of user attributes will be described later.

[0020] Furthermore, in the information processing system of this aspect, the notification means may notify at least one of the following information including the acquired monitored information of the monitored user and / or information for health management of the determined type: information processed into a format that can be submitted to a medical institution for the acquired monitored information of the monitored user, information that enables the watching user to communicate information with a medical institution on behalf of the monitored user, and information regarding diagnosis, treatment, or a medical institution regarding a health condition that has been determined to be bad, abnormal, or worsening based on the determination criteria.

[0021] According to this configuration, the watching user can make inquiries to medical institutions and receive medical interviews on behalf of the monitored user via the watching user terminal. The information enabling proxy communication with the medical institution typically includes the name and contact information of the medical institution, as well as information about the monitored user's health condition and insurance, which is necessary for inquiries. Even if a health condition is determined to be poor, abnormal, or worsening based on the criteria, information about the disease related to the health condition, information about care, and information about medical institutions to consult is provided. This reduces the burden on the monitored user of making inquiries to medical institutions when they are feeling unwell.

[0022] In addition, in the information processing system of this aspect, the acquisition means may acquire at least one of the monitored information, which includes an image / video of the monitored user's eyes, eye movements obtained from the eye image / video, and interaction data indicating behavior during eye-using tasks, and the determination means may determine the health condition of the monitored user's eyes.

[0023] This configuration makes it possible to detect symptoms or signs of eye diseases (e.g., glaucoma, cataracts) or abnormalities that may occur in the monitored user in a relatively simple manner, and to notify the monitored user to undergo specialized testing or diagnosis if necessary.

[0024] In addition, the information processing system of this aspect may further include an alert threshold determination means for determining the time and / or frequency at which the monitored user can view the digital device screen in a healthy manner as an alert threshold, depending on the user attributes and / or external factors of the monitored user, wherein the acquisition means acquires the time and / or frequency at which the monitored user viewed the digital device screen as the monitored information, and the determination means determines whether the time and / or frequency at which the monitored user viewed the digital device screen exceeds the alert threshold.

[0025] According to this configuration, when the total time that the monitored user touches the digital device reaches the upper limit of the time that can be used to healthily touch the digital device, the monitoring user can be notified, thereby preventing the eye condition of the monitored user (e.g., a child) from worsening as much as possible.

[0026] Furthermore, in the information processing system of this aspect, the user attributes are information that expresses the personal attributes of the monitored user and the monitored user, and may be information related to the health and living environment of the individual, including the individual's age, gender, eyesight, whether or not vision correction is required, chronic illnesses, medical history, surgical history, whether or not there are allergies, place of residence, living environment, whether or not the individual lives with other family members, and lifestyle habits.

[0027] According to this configuration, the type of information to be monitored in order to grasp the health status of the monitored user and the type of information to be notified to the monitored user can be determined by linking them to the user attributes of the user. Note that any information relating to the user's characteristics that satisfies this purpose can be treated as a user attribute.

[0028] Furthermore, in the information processing system of this aspect, the notification means may notify the watching user of information including the acquired monitored information of the monitored user and / or information for health management of the determined type based on the judgment result, which information is related to the user attributes of the monitored user but includes information not related to the user attributes of the watching user.

[0029] With this configuration, since the information is not related to the user attributes of the monitoring user, even if the monitoring user has no knowledge or interest in the information, it is possible to notify the monitored user of health risks and care information, and to convey knowledge that will enable appropriate care. [Effects of the Invention]

[0030] According to one aspect of the present invention, it is possible to achieve any of the following: (1) making it easier for the monitoring user to understand the types of health information that should be monitored for the monitored user and / or information for the monitored user's health management; (2) reducing the burden on the monitored user of contacting a medical institution when they are feeling unwell; (3) reducing the number of cases where the monitored user himself / herself is unaware of symptoms of eye diseases (e.g., glaucoma, cataracts) or abnormalities that are specific to user attributes such as age, but the family members living with or separately from him / her are unaware of the specific eye diseases or abnormalities due to lack of knowledge about the specific eye diseases or abnormalities; and (4) preventing the eye condition of the monitored user (e.g., a child) from worsening to the greatest extent possible. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0031] [Figure 1]1 is a schematic configuration diagram of an information processing system according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] FIG. 2 is a schematic configuration diagram of a monitored user terminal according to the present embodiment. [Figure 3] 1 is a schematic configuration diagram of a computer system according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 4] FIG. 4 is a sequence diagram showing a first example of processing according to the present embodiment. [Figure 5] FIG. 10 is a sequence diagram showing a second example of the processing according to the embodiment. [Figure 6] FIG. 10 is a sequence diagram showing a third example of processing according to the present embodiment. [Figure 7] FIG. 10 is a sequence diagram showing a fourth example of the process according to the embodiment. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0032] Hereinafter, each embodiment will be described with reference to the drawings. However, unnecessary detailed description may be omitted. For example, detailed description of well-known matters or redundant description of substantially the same configuration may be omitted. This is to avoid unnecessary redundancy in the following description and to facilitate understanding by those skilled in the art.

[0033] This embodiment provides means for solving the following problems. (1) To facilitate the monitoring user to understand the types of health information to be monitored for the monitored user and / or the information for health management of the monitored user. (2) To reduce the burden on monitored users of contacting medical institutions when they feel unwell. (3) To reduce the number of cases where the monitored user does not notice symptoms of eye diseases (e.g., glaucoma, cataracts) or abnormalities specific to user attributes such as age, but the monitored user does not notice them because he or she does not have knowledge about eye diseases or abnormalities specific to the monitored user's attributes. (4) To prevent the monitored user's (e.g., a child's) eye condition from worsening as much as possible.

[0034] The monitored information in this embodiment is information that is targeted when monitoring a monitored user, and includes not only health information that is information relating to the health of the monitored user, but also images / video of the monitored user's eyes, eye movements obtained from the eye images / video, interaction data indicating behavior during eye tasks, the time and / or frequency that the monitored user views the digital device screen, etc.

[0035] Fig. 1 is a schematic configuration diagram of an information processing system according to this embodiment. As shown in Fig. 1, the information processing system S includes a monitored user terminal 1, a computer system 2 connected to the monitored user terminal 1 via a communication network CN, a watching user terminal 3 connected to the computer system 2 via the communication network CN, and medical institution terminals 4-1 to 4-N (N is a natural number).

[0036] The monitored user terminal 1 is a terminal used by the monitored user, and may be, for example, a mobile phone such as a multi-function mobile phone (a so-called smartphone), a tablet, a laptop computer, or a desktop computer. In this embodiment, the monitored user terminal 1 is described below as being capable of exchanging information with the computer system 2 via, for example, a web browser.

[0037] In addition, the exchange of information with the computer system 2 is not limited to via a web browser; the monitored user terminal 1 may have a specific application downloaded and installed, and may exchange information with the computer system 2 via that specific application.

[0038] The computer system 2 is used or managed by a management organization that manages the information processing system S according to this embodiment. The computer system 2 provides information to the monitored user terminal 1, the watching user terminal 3, and the medical institution terminals 4-1 to 4-N. The computer system 2 may be a single computer or multiple computers.

[0039] The watching user terminal 3 is a terminal used by a watching user who watches over the monitored user, and is, for example, a mobile phone such as a multi-function mobile phone (a so-called smartphone), a tablet, a laptop, or a desktop computer. Here, the watching user is a user who has received the approval of the monitored user (for example, a friend of the monitored user) or a relative of the monitored user (relatives include guardians and family members). In this embodiment, the following description will assume that the watching user terminal 3 is capable of exchanging information with the computer system 2 via a web browser, for example.

[0040] In addition, the exchanging of information with the computer system 2 is not limited to via a web browser, but the monitoring user terminal 3 may have a specific application downloaded and installed, and may exchange information with the computer system 2 via that specific application.

[0041] The medical institution terminals 4-1 to 4-N are terminals used by medical institution staff (e.g., doctors, nurses), and are, for example, mobile phones such as multi-function mobile phones (so-called smartphones), tablets, notebook computers, desktop computers, etc. In this embodiment, the following description will be given assuming that the medical institution terminals 4-1 to 4-N are capable of exchanging information with the computer system 2 via a web browser, for example.

[0042] Note that the exchange of information with the computer system 2 is not limited to via a web browser, but a specific application may be downloaded and installed on the medical institution terminals 4-1 to 4-N, and information may be exchanged with the computer system 2 via the specific application. Hereinafter, the medical institution terminals 4-1 to 4-N will also be collectively referred to as medical institution terminal 4.

[0043] 2 is a schematic diagram of a monitored user terminal according to this embodiment. As shown in FIG. 2, the monitored user terminal 1 includes, for example, an input interface 11, a communication module 12, a storage 13, a memory 14, a display 15, a processor 16, and a camera 17. The input interface 11 receives an input from a user and outputs an input signal corresponding to the received input to the processor 16 . The communication module 12 is connected to a communication network CN for communicating with a computer system 2 connected to the communication network CN. This communication may be wired or wireless, but will be described as being wireless.

[0044] The storage 13 stores programs and various data that the processor 16 reads and executes. The memory 14 temporarily stores data and programs and is a volatile memory, such as a random access memory (RAM).

[0045] The display 15 displays information using the input video signal in accordance with instructions from the processor 16. The display 15 is not limited to being built into the monitored user terminal 1, but may be externally connected to the monitored user terminal 1. The processor 16 loads the program according to this embodiment from the storage 13 into the memory 14 and executes a series of instructions contained in the program, thereby functioning as a reception unit 161 that receives user operations, a processing unit 162 that executes processing, and a communication control unit 163 that controls the communication module. Camera 17 captures an image in response to a command from processor 16. Camera 17 is, for example, an in-camera of a smartphone, and is capable of capturing an image of the eyes of the monitored user. The captured image / video is saved in storage 13. As a result, the image / video of the eyes of the monitored user is accumulated in storage 13.

[0046] 3 is a schematic diagram of a computer system according to this embodiment. As shown in FIG. 3, the computer system 2 includes an input interface 21, a communication module 22, a storage 23, a memory 24, an output interface 25, and a processor 26. The input interface 21 receives input from an administrator of the computer system 2 (for example, an employee of the management organization), and outputs an input signal to the processor 26 in accordance with the received input. The communication module 22 is connected to the communication network CN and communicates with the monitored user terminal 1, the watching user terminals, and the medical institution terminals 4-1 to 4-N. This communication may be wired or wireless, but the following description will assume that it is wired.

[0047] The storage 23 stores programs and various data that the processor 26 reads and executes. The memory 24 temporarily stores data and programs and is a volatile memory, such as a random access memory (RAM). The output interface 25 can be connected to an external device and can output a signal to the external device.

[0048] The processor 26 loads a program from the storage 23 into the memory 24 and executes a series of instructions included in the program, thereby functioning as a determination means 261, an acquisition means 262, a notification means 263, a judgment means 264, a proxy contact means 265, an alert threshold determination means 266, a recording means 267, an update means 268, and an output means 269. Each of these processes will be described later.

[0049] FIG. 4 is a sequence diagram showing a first example of processing according to this embodiment. (Step S110) First, the monitored user terminal 1 transmits the attributes of the monitored user to the computer system 2.

[0050] (Step S120) Next, the determination means 261 of the computer system 2 determines the type of monitored information to be monitored for the monitored user according to the attributes of the monitored user. In this case, for example, the storage 23 stores user attributes (e.g., age) and types of monitored information to be monitored in association with each other, and the determination means 261 may refer to the storage 23 to determine the type corresponding to the user attributes of the monitored user. For example, if the monitored user is in their 60s or older, the determination means 261 may determine "glaucoma" and / or "cataract" corresponding to "age 60s or older" as the type of monitored information to be monitored.

[0051] (Step S130) Next, the output means 269 of the computer system 2 transmits to the monitored user terminal 1 information identifying the determined type (of health information).

[0052] (Step S140) Next, the monitored user terminal 1 acquires monitored information (e.g., health information) corresponding to the determined type from the monitored user. For example, if the determined type is "glaucoma and / or cataract," this health information may be the presence or absence, condition, or progression of the monitored user's "glaucoma and / or cataract," and may be acquired by receiving input from the monitored user to the monitored user terminal 1.

[0053] (Step S150) Next, the monitored user terminal 1 transmits the acquired monitored information (for example, health information) of the monitored user to the computer system 2.

[0054] (Step S160) Next, the acquisition means 262 of the computer system 2 acquires the monitoring target information of this monitored user. Then, the notification means 263 of the computer system 2 notifies the watching user of the monitoring target information of the monitored user of the determined type and / or health management information corresponding to the determined type. At this time, information on the type and the health management information is stored in association with each other in the storage 23, and the notification means 263 may refer to the storage 23 to read and notify the health management information corresponding to the determined type. For example, if the determined type is "glaucoma and / or cataract," the health information, which is an example of the monitoring target information, is the presence or absence, condition, or progression of "glaucoma and / or cataract" of the monitored user, and the health management information is information about "glaucoma and / or cataract" (e.g., care contents, treatment methods, cases, basic knowledge, etc. for glaucoma and / or cataract).

[0055] As described above, the computer system 2 according to this embodiment comprises a determination means 261 for determining the type of monitored information to be monitored for the monitored user in accordance with the user attributes of the monitored user, an acquisition means 262 for acquiring monitored information (e.g., health information) corresponding to the determined type from the monitored user, and a notification means 263 for notifying a watching user who watches over the monitored user of the monitored information (e.g., health information) of the monitored user of the determined type and / or information for health management of the determined type.

[0056] According to this configuration, the watching user is notified of the type of monitored information to be monitored for the monitored user and / or information for health management of the monitored user (for example, the details of care when caring for the monitored user). This makes it easier for the watching user to understand the type of monitored information to be monitored for the monitored user and / or the information for health management of the monitored user (for example, the details of care when caring for the monitored user).

[0057] Here, user attributes refer to information expressing the personal attributes of the monitored user and the monitored user, and typically include, but are not limited to, the user's age, generation, and gender, as well as health-related information such as eye condition (e.g., visual acuity), whether or not vision correction is required, chronic illnesses, medical history, surgical history, and whether or not allergies are present; information related to the living environment, such as place of residence, living environment, whether or not other family members live with the user, and lifestyle habits; and life events (e.g., continuing education, marriage). In this embodiment, the user attributes are used, for example, as a basis for determining the type of health information to be monitored for the monitored user and the type of health management information to be notified. Any information related to the user's characteristics that satisfies this purpose can be treated as user attributes. The user attributes of a given user change appropriately over time and depending on the life events that occur to the user (e.g., growing up, moving, getting married, contracting an illness, etc.).

[0058] Such user attributes of the monitored user or the watching user are preferably stored in the storage 23, but may be stored in some other storage medium as long as they can be referenced by the computer system 2 (for example, the determination means 261). For example, the user attributes may typically be stored for each user in a storage (for example, the storage 13) of each user's terminal (for example, the monitored user terminal 1 or the watching user terminal 3) or in a cloud storage area (not shown). Note that the determination means 261 may infer other types of user attributes based on the referenced user attributes. For example, when the user's birthday is referenced, the age of the user may be estimated by comparing it with the current date.

[0059] <Examples of types of monitored information> The monitored information is information about the monitored user and indicates various types of information that are used in the computer system 2 to directly or indirectly identify or estimate the health status of the monitored user. Specific examples of the types of monitored information to be monitored are described below. The types of monitored information of the monitored user include, for example, health information, which is information about the user's health, as well as information about the contact lenses worn, contact lens purchase history, the monitored user's location information, number of steps taken, the time and / or frequency of viewing the terminal screen, and the distance from the user's eyes to the terminal screen. This health information may also include input health checkup results, doctor's diagnosis information (medical record information), prescription information (e.g., contact lens prescription information), or information monitored by a camera or sensor on the monitored user's terminal (or an external one), such as captured images or videos of the eyes, fundus photographs, field of view, focal length, intraocular pressure, axial length, refractive power, and results of questionnaires or simple eye examinations.

[0060] The type of monitored information to be monitored for an individual monitored user may be determined or changed according to the user attributes of the monitored user. Specifically, the determination means 261 refers to the user attributes of the monitored user and determines the type of monitored information to be monitored according to the user attributes. This determination may be made, for example, by referring to a correspondence table (not shown) stored in the storage 23 between user attributes and types of monitored information to be monitored, or may be made based on information obtained from an external source such as the Internet, or the results of analysis of similar past data.

[0061] The notification means 263 may notify the monitored user and / or the watching user of the determined type of monitored information to be monitored, and request the monitored user to provide the monitored information of that type (e.g., health information). In response to this request, the monitored user performs an operation (e.g., camera operation) and / or inputs the monitored information of that type (e.g., contact lens information, contact lens purchase history). In this case, the acquisition means 262 may acquire the monitored information from the information transmitted in response to this request.

[0062] For example, if the monitored user is elderly, he or she may be at risk of eye diseases specific to the elderly (e.g., cataracts), and therefore it is preferable to monitor eye images daily. However, it is conceivable that neither the monitored user nor the watching user is aware of this risk and does not monitor eye images. In this case, the computer system 2 checks the user attributes of the monitored user, and if the monitored user is at risk of eye diseases specific to the elderly (e.g., cataracts), such as being over a certain age, requests that eye images be taken and transmitted in order to monitor the health status related to the eye disease. The request may be information encouraging the user to monitor, or may be an operation such as activating an image capture app in the processor 16 of the monitored user terminal 1 along with a predetermined message to prompt the user to take an image.

[0063] <Examples of health information of monitored users notified to the monitoring user> Next, a specific example of the health information of the monitored user to be notified to the watching user will be described. Specific examples of the health information of the monitored user to be notified to the watching user are as follows. (1) Information received as health information of the monitored user or information about the monitored user (for example, the results of a health check, or the use of a smartphone by a family member in a remote location) (2) Information showing health status based on user attributes, including analysis of input / monitored information (e.g., cataract diagnosis results based on an AI analysis of a captured image of the eye, or a health status analysis report based on steps taken and screen time). (3) Information obtained from external sources based on input / monitored information (e.g., information from nearby specialized hospitals, pollen information for hay fever patients) (4) Items related to the user attributes of the monitored user but not the user attributes of the watching user

[0064] Here, the information related to the user attributes of the monitored user (4) but not the user attributes of the watching user is assumed to be, for example, a case in which the monitored user is a senior and the watching user is their adult child (i.e., guardian). Information related to the senior's user attributes (age and medical history) (diagnosis information such as cataracts and presbyopia, specialized hospital information) may not be related to the user attributes of the watching user. In this case, the watching user may not be aware of cataracts and presbyopia as health risks, and may not even be aware of the monitored user's risk, the need for care such as diagnosis, or the information required for care (such as what kind of risk it is, specialized hospitals, lifestyle improvements, etc.). Therefore, by automatically notifying the computer system 2 of information unrelated to the user attributes of the watching user as information about the monitored user's health, it is possible to convey knowledge that enables appropriate care even for health risks that the watching user is not aware of.

[0065] <Specific examples of the relationship between age groups and information for health management> Next, specific examples of health management information to be notified to monitored users will be explained for each age group of monitored users. For example, if the monitored users are teenagers, the health management information may include "progression and prevention of myopia," "information for starting contact lenses," "the difference between myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism," "sports and contact lenses," "the relationship between eyes and ultraviolet rays," "the relationship between contact lenses and hay fever and countermeasures," "bloodshot eyes while wearing contact lenses," "information about smartphone presbyopia," "safety of colored contact lenses," "the relationship between contact lenses and conjunctivitis," and "information about styes." For example, if the monitored user is in their twenties, the health management information would include the above as well as "the relationship between dry eyes and contact lenses" and "the risks of wearing contact lenses." For example, if the monitored user is in their 30s, the health management information may include, in addition to the above, "information about eyelid spasms," and since the user may have children, information about the difference between myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism, "progression and suppression of myopia," "the relationship between contact lenses and conjunctivitis," and "information about styes" for children aged 0 to 9 years old. For example, if the monitored user is in his / her 60s or older, the health management information may include "information on presbyopia," "information on glaucoma," and "information on cataracts" in addition to the above.

[0066] FIG. 5 is a sequence diagram showing a second example of the process according to this embodiment. (Step S210) First, the monitored user terminal 1 transmits the attributes of the monitored user to the computer system 2.

[0067] (Step S220) Next, the determination means 261 of the computer system 2 determines the type of monitored information to be monitored for the monitored user according to the attributes of the monitored user. For example, if the monitored user is in his / her 60s or older, the determination means 261 determines glaucoma and / or cataract as the type of monitored information to be monitored. Furthermore, the determination means 261 of the computer system 2 determines the judgment criteria corresponding to the type of health information. For example, if the type of monitored information is "glaucoma and / or cataract," the determination means 261 determines the judgment criteria corresponding to "glaucoma and / or cataract."

[0068] (Step S230) Next, the output means 269 of the computer system 2 transmits to the monitored user terminal 1 information identifying the determined type (of the monitored information).

[0069] (Step S240) Next, the monitored user terminal 1 acquires monitored information corresponding to the determined type from the monitored user. For example, if the determined type is "glaucoma and / or cataract," this monitored information is an image / video of the monitored user's eyes, and is used to determine the presence or absence, condition, or progression of the monitored user's "glaucoma and / or cataract."

[0070] (Step S250) Next, the monitored user terminal 1 transmits the acquired monitored information of the monitored user to the computer system 2.

[0071] (Step S260) Next, the determination means 264 of the computer system 2 uses the monitored information (e.g., image / video of the monitored user's eyes) to determine whether the monitored user's health condition (e.g., eye condition) is poor based on the determination criteria determined in step S220. Note that it may determine whether there is an abnormality based on the determination criteria, or it may determine whether the health condition is deteriorating based on the determination criteria.

[0072] (Step S270) If the health condition of the monitored user is determined to be poor (or abnormal or worsening) based on the judgment criteria in step S260, the proxy communication means 265 enables the watching user to communicate information with a medical institution on behalf of the monitored user.

[0073] (Step S280) Then, the notification means 263 transmits the health condition of the monitored user and a message indicating that it is able to communicate with a medical institution on behalf of the monitored user to the watching user terminal 3. This allows the watching user to make inquiries to a medical institution or undergo a medical interview on behalf of the monitored user via the watching user terminal 3. This reduces the burden on the monitored user of making inquiries to a medical institution when they are feeling unwell. At that time, the notification means 263 may notify the watching user linked to the monitored user of information including the acquired health information of the monitored user and / or the determined type of health management information based on the determination result. Specifically, the notification means 263 may notify at least one of the following information including the acquired health information of the monitored user and / or information for health management of the determined type: information processed into a format that can be submitted to a medical institution, information that enables the watching user to communicate with a medical institution on behalf of the monitored user, and information regarding diagnosis, treatment, or a medical institution regarding a health condition that is determined to be bad, abnormal, or worsening based on the determination criteria.

[0074] According to this configuration, the watching user can make inquiries to medical institutions and receive medical interviews on behalf of the monitored user via the watching user terminal. The information enabling proxy communication with the medical institution typically includes the name and contact information of the medical institution, as well as information about the monitored user's health condition and insurance, which is necessary for inquiries. Even if a health condition is determined to be poor, abnormal, or worsening based on the criteria, information about the disease related to the health condition, information about care, and information about medical institutions to consult is provided. This reduces the burden on the monitored user of making inquiries to medical institutions when they are feeling unwell.

[0075] Thus, the computer system 2 comprises an acquisition means 262 for acquiring health information from the monitored user, a determination means 264 for determining the health condition of the monitored user using the health information of the monitored user, and a proxy contact means 265 for enabling a watching user to communicate with a medical institution on behalf of the monitored user if the health condition of the monitored user is determined to be worse than the determination standard.

[0076] According to this configuration, the watching user can make inquiries to medical institutions and receive medical interviews on behalf of the monitored user via the watching user terminal 3. This reduces the burden on the monitored user of making inquiries to medical institutions when they are feeling unwell.

[0077] FIG. 6 is a sequence diagram showing a third example of the process according to this embodiment. (Step S310) First, the monitored user terminal 1 acquires an image / video of the eyes captured by the camera 17, or eye movements obtained from the image / video of the eyes, or interaction data indicating behavior during eye-using tasks.

[0078] (Step S320) Next, the monitored user terminal 1 transmits this information (i.e., eye images / video captured by the camera 17, or eye movements obtained from the eye images / video, or interaction data indicating eye task behavior) to the computer system 2.

[0079] (Step S330) Next, the determination means 264 of the computer system 2 receives this information and determines the eye condition of the monitored user based on this information (i.e., eye images / video captured by the camera 17, or eye movements obtained from the eye images / video, or interaction data indicating eye task behavior). For example, the determining means 264 can determine the presence or absence, state, or progression of glaucoma and / or cataracts from an image / video of the eyes of the monitored user. This determination may be made by comparing the feature values ​​of the image / video of the user's eyes with reference feature values, or may be made using a trained machine learning model.

[0080] (Step S340) Next, the notification means 263 of the computer system 2 notifies the watching user of the determination result. Here, as an example, the notification means 263 transmits the determination result to the watching user terminal 3.

[0081] As described above, the computer system 2 according to this embodiment comprises an acquisition means 262 for acquiring from the monitored user interaction data indicating eye images / video captured by the camera 17, or eye movements obtained from the eye images / video, or behavior during eye-using tasks; a determination means 264 for determining the eye condition of the monitored user using the eye images / video captured by the camera 17, or eye movements obtained from the eye images / video, or interaction data indicating behavior during eye-using tasks; and a notification means 263 for notifying the monitoring user who is watching the monitored user of the determination result.

[0082] According to this configuration, if the monitored user shows symptoms of an eye disease (e.g., glaucoma, cataract) or abnormality specific to user attributes such as age, the monitoring user will be notified, thereby reducing the number of cases where the monitored user himself or herself is unaware of the disease or abnormality, and where family members living with or apart from the monitored user are also unaware of the disease or abnormality due to lack of knowledge about the disease or abnormality.

[0083] FIG. 7 is a sequence diagram showing a fourth example of the process according to this embodiment. (Step S410) First, the monitored user terminal 1 transmits the eye condition and / or age of the monitored user to the computer system 2.

[0084] (Step S420) The alert threshold determination means 266 of the computer system 2 determines the maximum time that the monitored user can healthily contact a digital device as the alert threshold, depending on the eye condition and / or age and / or external factors (e.g., weather, amount of pollen in the air, amount of ultraviolet light exposure, season, etc.) of the monitored user.

[0085] (Step S430) Next, the monitored user terminal 1 counts the total time that the monitored user has been in contact with the digital device within the set period.

[0086] (Step S440) Next, the monitored user terminal 1 transmits to the computer system 2 the total time that the monitored user has been in contact with the digital device within the set period, obtained by counting.

[0087] (Step S450) Next, the determining means 264 of the computer system 2 determines whether the total time that the monitored user has been in contact with the digital device within the set period has exceeded the alert threshold.

[0088] (Step S460) If the determination result by the determination means 264 indicates that the total time exceeds the alert threshold, the notification means 263 notifies the watching user. As an example, the notification means 263 transmits to the watching user terminal 3 a message indicating that the total time spent in contact with the digital device has exceeded the alert threshold.

[0089] As described above, the computer system 2 according to this embodiment includes an acquisition means 262 that acquires the total time that the monitored user has been in contact with a digital device within a set period of time and the eye condition and / or age of the monitored user; an alert threshold determination means 266 that determines the upper limit of time that the monitored user can healthily be in contact with a digital device as an alert threshold depending on the eye condition and / or age and / or external factors of the monitored user; a determination means 264 that determines whether the total time that the monitored user has been in contact with a digital device within a set period of time has exceeded the alert threshold; and a notification means 263 that notifies the monitored user if the total time has exceeded the alert threshold as a result of the determination by the determination means 264.

[0090] According to this configuration, when the total time that the monitored user touches the digital device reaches the upper limit of the time that can be used to healthily touch the digital device, the monitoring user can be notified, thereby preventing the eye condition of the monitored user (e.g., a child) from worsening as much as possible.

[0091] <Another example of sharing> The watching user terminal 3 may record (in chronological order) information and data about the eyes of the watching user himself / herself and the monitored users who are his / her family members, and share the information and data where necessary. An example of this will be described below.

[0092] (1) For example, data on the contact lenses (brand, power, curve) of the monitored user may be obtained by photographing them with a camera or by linking data with a medical institution, and the monitored user terminal 3 may store the data in an area for a dedicated app in storage 13, or the recording means 267 of the computer system 2 may store the data in a storage area (not shown) in storage 23 or a cloud storage area. This allows the watching user to order contact lenses on behalf of the monitored user by operating the watching user terminal 3. Furthermore, the watching user terminal 3 can share information about the monitored user's contact lenses with medical institutions and pharmacies, making examinations and prescriptions smoother. Note that such proxy ordering, examinations and prescription requests by the watching user are preferably made within the scope of existing prescriptions and diagnostic results for the monitored user, for example.

[0093] (2) For example, the monitored user's eye chart information (e.g., endothelial cells, visual acuity, refractive power, axial length, medical history such as cataracts and glaucoma) may be acquired through data linkage with a medical institution, and the monitoring user terminal 3 may store the information in an area for a dedicated app in the storage 13, and the recording means 267 of the computer system 2 may store the information in the storage 23 or in a cloud storage area (not shown). This allows the monitoring user to track the monitored user's eye health condition and easily notice any abnormalities. Furthermore, the monitoring user terminal 3 may share the monitored user's eye chart information with a medical institution or pharmacy in response to the monitoring user's operation, thereby making examinations and prescriptions smoother.

[0094] (3) For example, the monitored user's contact lens start date, the monitored user's contact lens purchase date, the monitored user's contact lens discard date, and the monitored user's eye examination date may be manually entered into the monitoring user terminal 3 or the monitored user terminal 1, or may be received by a dedicated device, so that the monitoring user terminal 3 stores the date in an area for a dedicated app in the storage 13, and the recording means 267 of the computer system 2 stores the date in the storage 23 or a cloud storage area (not shown). This allows the monitored user to know the monitored user's contact lens start date, the monitored user's contact lens purchase date, the family member's contact lens discard date, and the monitored user's eye examination date, and to take action to maintain healthy eyes.

[0095] For example, if the stock of contact lenses of the monitored user (e.g., a family member of the monitored user) falls below a set amount, the notification means 263 may notify the monitoring user (e.g., the monitoring user terminal 3) of an alert. For example, if the monitored user (e.g., a family member) uses contact lenses that have been in use for one day or more, the notification means 263 may notify the monitoring user (e.g., the monitoring user terminal 3) of an alert when it is time to replace the contact lenses. For example, if the monitored user (e.g., a family member) detects that the contact lenses are difficult to see through (e.g., the monitored user is squinting more than usual), the notification means 263 may notify the monitored user (or the monitored user terminal 1) and / or the watching user (or the watching user terminal 3) of a suggestion to change the lens prescription and / or to consult an ophthalmologist. For example, if the monitored user (e.g., a family member) is in their teens or twenties, the notification means 263 may suggest colored contact lenses to the monitored user (or the monitored user terminal 1) and / or the watching user (or the watching user terminal 3).

[0096] (4) For example, the family doctor of the monitored user (e.g., a family member of the watching user) can be obtained by manually entering the information, taking a photo of the patient card, attaching web information, etc., and the watching user terminal 3 can store it in an area for a dedicated app in the storage 13, or the recording means 267 of the computer system 2 can store it in a storage area (not shown) in the storage 23 or in a cloud storage area. This information can also be registered for each monitored user. This allows, for example, a dedicated app installed on the watching user terminal 3 to immediately contact the family doctor in the event of an abnormality. Furthermore, the monitored user's future hospital visit schedule and past hospital visit history can be output to a calendar.

[0097] <Example (1)> <Step 1> The monitored user undergoes an eye examination, health check, etc., and (1) the results (information on visual acuity, intraocular pressure, fundus, refractive power, axial length, cataract and glaucoma status, etc.) or (2) family doctor / patient card information is obtained on paper or digital media.

[0098] <Step 2> Share the information obtained about the monitored user with the watching user. For example, this authorization may include regulatory required consent for sharing personal information such as diagnostic results.

[0099] <Example of sharing method> · Dedicated app for monitored user terminal 1 - Dedicated app for watching user terminal 3: Diagnostic information linked to the monitored user account may also be notified to the watching user who has given prior consent. Dedicated application for medical institution-monitoring user terminal 3: The medical institution may notify the monitored user and the monitoring user of information online. · Paper media - dedicated app for monitoring user terminal 3: The monitored user can manually input or capture information obtained on paper into the system and upload it, and the monitoring user can be notified of the uploaded information.

[0100] <Step 3> For example, the watching user can do the following: The monitored user and the watching user can simultaneously receive information, reports, and service information provided to the monitored user by medical institutions, etc. in response to information acquired about the monitored user. However, simultaneous notification is not necessarily required; initially, only the monitored user can be notified, and if the monitored user does not take any action (such as visiting a hospital or making an appointment for an examination) for a specified period of time, the watching user can be contacted. The notification means 263 may not only notify the monitored user but also the watching user of reminders to return to the hospital and recommendations for additional examinations. The notification means 263 may notify the watching user of recommendations for products and services suited to the state of the user's eyes. When the monitored user complains of physical discomfort or visits a medical institution, the monitoring user can provide information about the monitored user to the medical institution, facilitating appointments, examinations, and prescriptions.

[0101] <Example (2)> <Step 1> The monitored user may undergo an eye examination, a health check, etc., and the results, such as contact lens prescription information and eyeglasses power, may be obtained on paper or digital media.

[0102] <Step 2> The information acquired by the monitored user may be shared with a watching user (a relative of the monitored user (a parent or a senior's child) or an approved person). An example of this sharing method may be the same as in the specific example (1) above.

[0103] <Step 3> For example, the watching user can do the following: Purchase products, such as contact lenses, on behalf of the monitored user with the monitored user's prior consent or with medical confirmation.

[0104] <Example (3)> <Step 1> The monitored user's contact lens purchase history or purchase application history may be obtained in paper or digital form.

[0105] <Step 2> The information acquired by the monitored user may be shared with a watching user (a relative of the monitored user (a parent or a senior's child) or an approved person). An example of this sharing method may be the same as in the specific example (1) above.

[0106] <Step 3> For example, the watching user can do the following: The monitored user and the watching user may receive an alert for the next contact lens purchase date, calculated based on the number of contact lenses purchased, either simultaneously or asynchronously. In this case, if the monitored user forgets to purchase contact lenses, the watching user may be able to request the purchase on behalf of the monitored user. This can eliminate the inconvenience of forgetting to purchase contact lenses. The monitored user and the watching user may be able to view each other's purchase history and may be notified of it. This prevents the monitored user and the watching user from purchasing contact lenses separately, resulting in duplicate purchases of contact lenses.

[0107] <Example of monitoring and alerting family members' eye conditions> As described above, the computer system 2 may monitor the eye condition of a family member who is a monitored user, and notify an alert to the watching user (or the watching user terminal 3). An embodiment will be described below.

[0108] (1) If the monitored user is a senior citizen (e.g., the parent of the monitored user) who lives far away from the watching user, it is difficult for the watching user to keep track of the cataract and its progression. While the monitored user is using the monitored user terminal 1, the camera 17 may capture an image / video of the monitored user's eyes or may acquire interaction data. The determination means 264 of the computer system 2 may determine the severity based on a predetermined determination algorithm and issue an alert to the watching user (e.g., the monitored user's adult child) via an app on the watching user terminal 3.

[0109] (2) If the monitored user is a young person (e.g., the child of the monitored user), to determine the child's myopia and strabismus, the monitored user's eyes may be captured by the camera 17 of the monitored user terminal 1 while the monitored user is using the terminal 1 (e.g., while playing a game) to obtain images / video, or interaction data may be obtained, or measurement data may be obtained using an eyesight measurement tool installed in an app, pharmacy, etc. The determination means 264 of the computer system 2 may determine the severity based on a predetermined determination algorithm and issue an alert to the monitored user (e.g., the parent or guardian of the monitored user) via the app on the monitored user terminal 3.

[0110] (3) To maintain the mental health of the monitored user, eye movements and behavior during eye-based tasks may be monitored and acquired (or, in some cases, combined with weather information such as atmospheric pressure, and non-eye behavioral information such as pedometer and location information). The determination means 264 of the computer system 2 may determine the severity of mental health based on a predetermined determination algorithm and issue an alert to the monitored user (e.g., the guardian of the monitored user) via an app on the monitoring user terminal 3.

[0111] <Example (1) When the monitored user is a child> <Step 1> The eye condition and information of the monitored user (child) may be stored in the storage 23 by the recording means 267 of the computer system 2 (for example, a server).

[0112] Examples of information stored in storage 23 of computer system 2: A photograph of the eye taken by the camera 17 of the monitored user device 1, a separate camera, or an automatic camera - Information on the distance between the monitored user device 1 and the eyes -Smartphone, game, and television usage (time spent using digital devices, usage conditions (whether or not they are used continuously, etc.)) Location information obtained from the monitored user device 1 (e.g., a child's mobile phone) Measurement data using a dedicated app installed on the monitored user's device 1 or a visual acuity measurement tool installed at a pharmacy, etc. The results of the monitored user's (child's) responses to a "self-check test" (such as a questionnaire or simple eye test) sent by the monitoring user (e.g., parent) to the monitored user (child) at any time.

[0113] The information about the monitored user stored in the storage 23 of the computer system 2 may be determined according to the attributes of the monitored user. User attributes change over time and with life events (growth, moving, marriage, etc.), and the monitored health information also changes accordingly. Therefore, the update means 268 may update the user attributes and update the type of monitored health information according to the updated user attributes.

[0114] When a relative (e.g., parent) or an approved related person of the monitored user is registered as a watching user, the watching user is notified of the items that should be monitored according to the monitored user's attributes (age, location, eye condition, life events (e.g., going to college, marriage), etc.). This is because the monitored user and the watching user may be of different ages or may have insufficient awareness or information about health issues, and therefore may not have knowledge of what data needs to be collected or the information that will be distributed in response to alerts.

[0115] <Step 2> The determining means 264 of the computer system 2 may issue an alert when a certain threshold is exceeded according to the determining algorithm. For example, the notifying means may issue an alert in the following cases. (Example 1) When the state of strabismus is checked for a predetermined period of time using the camera 17 of the monitored user terminal 1 (Example 2) If the maximum time allowed for healthy contact with digital devices (also known as healthy contact time) is exceeded (Example 3) When it is estimated from the location information and weather information of the monitored user's terminal 1 that the monitored user spent a certain period of time in a place where the amount of pollen, PM2.5, or ultraviolet rays is higher than the standard

[0116] The maximum healthy time limit for contact with a digital device may be personalized and determined based on the eye condition of the monitored user, and / or the age of the monitored user, and / or external factors (e.g., weather, pollen count, UV exposure, season, etc.).

[0117] The alert threshold determination means 266 may personalize and set the digital device contact time threshold for each user, rather than setting a uniform "digital device contact time threshold" for everyone. For example, the contact time threshold may be set lower for younger children, or the threshold may be set lower on days with high pollen counts, or a combination of these may be used.

[0118] The notification means 263 may notify the monitored user (or monitored user terminal 1) and / or the watching user (or watching user terminal 3) of information regarding contact lens products or ophthalmic corrective devices according to the amount of pollen dispersed (or its predicted value) or the amount of ultraviolet radiation (or its predicted value). Specifically, for example, if the amount of pollen dispersed (or its predicted value) is greater than a standard, the notification means 263 may notify the monitored user (or monitored user terminal 1) and / or the watching user (or watching user terminal 3) that it is suggested that they wear contact lenses for pollen protection. Also, for example, if the amount of ultraviolet radiation (or its predicted value) is greater than a standard, the notification means 263 may notify the monitored user (or monitored user terminal 1) and / or the watching user (or watching user terminal 3) that it is suggested that they wear ultraviolet protection contact lenses.

[0119] <Step 3> The alert may be sent to both the monitored user and the watching user (the monitored user's relative (parent) or other authorized person) simultaneously, or to the watching user only. The following information may be sent when an alert is sent: (Example 1) After 30 minutes, strabismus was confirmed. Consult a medical institution. (Example 2) Rest your eyes at home. If set up in advance, information may also be sent to the patient's primary care physician when an alert is issued.

[0120] The notification means 263 may notify the monitored user and the watching user (the monitored user's relative (parent) or an approved related person) simultaneously, or only the watching user, of the action to be taken when an alert is issued. This is because the monitored user and the watching user may be of different ages or may have insufficient awareness or information about health issues, and may not have knowledge of what action is required.

[0121] Furthermore, when an alert is issued, it may be possible to compare the data of the monitored user with general statistical data regarding the issuance of the alert (for example, the average value of other registered users). By knowing whether the number of people for whom an alert has been issued is small or large, it is possible to determine with what degree of urgency the alert should be taken.

[0122] The alert issuance history may be checked in chronological order for each user (each family member). Then, when referring to the chronological data, the notification means 263 may issue a further alert based on whether an alert has been issued continuously for a certain period of time or whether the frequency of issuance within the certain period is high. If the alerts continue too frequently, more drastic action may be taken by the computer system 2 or its administrator (such as contacting a medical institution or automatically setting up an appointment).

[0123] <Step 4> When an alert triggers a visit to a medical institution, information (including time series) that can be presented to the medical institution may be prepared. For example, daily monitoring information can be edited and output in a specified electronic medical record format, making it easier to provide information to doctors.

[0124] <Example (2) When the monitored users are seniors> <Step 1> The eye condition and information of the monitored user (senior) may be stored in the storage 23 by the recording means 267 of the computer system 2 (for example, a server). Examples of information stored on the server: A photograph of the eye taken by the camera 17 of the monitored user device 1, a separate camera, or an automatic camera - Information on the distance between the monitored user device 1 and the eyes Smartphone and television usage (time spent using digital devices, usage conditions (whether or not they are used continuously, etc.)) Location information obtained from the monitored user device 1 Measurement data using a dedicated app installed on the monitored user's device 1 or a visual acuity measurement tool installed at a pharmacy, etc. The results of the monitored user's responses to a "self-check test" (such as a questionnaire or simple eye test) sent by the monitored user (e.g., a child) at any time to the monitored user

[0125] The information about the monitored user stored in the storage 23 of the computer system 2 (for example, a server) may be determined according to the attributes of the monitored user. User attributes change over time and with life events (growth, aging, moving, marriage, etc.), and the monitored information also changes accordingly. Therefore, the update means 268 may update the user attributes and update the type of monitored health information according to the updated user attributes.

[0126] When a relative (parent) or an approved related person of the monitored user is registered as a watching user, the watching user is notified of the items that should be monitored according to the attributes of the monitored user (age, location, eye condition, etc.). This is because the monitored user and the watching user may be of different ages or may have insufficient awareness or information about health issues, and therefore may not have knowledge of what data needs to be collected or what information will be distributed in response to alerts.

[0127] <Step 2> The determining means 264 of the computer system 2 may issue an alert when a certain threshold is exceeded in accordance with the determining algorithm in the server. For example, the notifying means may issue an alert in the following cases. (Example 1) When the cataract condition is confirmed using the camera 17 of the monitored user terminal 1 (Example 2) When the monitored user's eyesight is poorer than usual due to their age and / or external factors (such as weather, pollen count, UV exposure, season, etc.), and they need to be extra careful when going out.

[0128] Note that the alert threshold determination means 266 may not set a uniform "threshold for caution when going out" for everyone, but may instead set a personalized threshold based on the eye condition, age, sunlight intensity at the location of the monitored user, etc. For example, the sunlight intensity threshold may be set low for seniors prone to cataracts, or the threshold may be set low on days with a high amount of pollen in the air, or these may be combined.

[0129] <Pattern 2> Information can be sent to the monitoring user at all times (or at a fixed time such as 9:00 every morning). This can be used to monitor and manage the health of parents who live far away. By sending monitored information in real time, the monitoring user (child) can monitor the activities of the monitored user (senior). For example, daily behavior can be monitored.

[0130] In addition, the determining means 264 of the computer system 2 may make a determination according to a determination algorithm, and the notifying means 263 may issue an alert when a certain threshold is exceeded. (Example 1) The monitored user (senior) takes a photo of his or her eyes with the camera 17 of the monitored user terminal 1 (or a smartphone equipped with an external device for testing) and sends it to the computer system 2. The watching user (child) can check the daily living conditions of the monitored user (senior) by checking that the photo is being sent. Meanwhile, the artificial intelligence (AI) of the computer system 2 may determine the risk of cataracts, and if the risk is high, the notification means 263 may issue an alert.

[0131] (Example 2) The monitored user (senior) takes a photo of his or her eyes with the camera 17 of the monitored user terminal 1 (or a smartphone equipped with an external testing device) and sends it to the computer system 2. At the same time, step count data acquired from a pedometer or pedometer app (not shown) of the monitored user terminal 1 or location data acquired from the monitored user terminal 1 is also sent to the computer system 2. Even if the risk of cataracts or the like is medium, if there are consecutive days with too little step count data or days with little or no location information, the notification means 263 may issue an alert.

[0132] <Step 3> The alert may be shared with the monitored user and the watching user (the monitored user's relatives (senior children) or authorized parties) simultaneously, or only with the watching user. The following information may be notified at the time of the alert: (Example 1) You may be prone to cataracts. Consult a medical institution. (Example 2) The weather is bad today and the sun is not shining brightly. Be careful when going out. If set up in advance, information may also be sent to the patient's primary care physician when an alert is issued.

[0133] The notification means 263 may notify the monitored user and the watching user (the monitored user's relative (parent) or an approved related person) simultaneously, or only the watching user, of the action to be taken when an alert is issued. This is because the monitored user and the watching user may be of different ages or may have insufficient awareness or information about health issues, and may not have knowledge of what action is required.

[0134] When an alert is issued, it may be possible to compare the data of the monitored user with general statistical data regarding the issuance of the alert (for example, the average value of other registered users). By knowing whether the number of people for whom an alert has been issued is small or large, it is possible to determine how much of a risk the alert should be taken with.

[0135] The alert issuance history may be checked in chronological order for each user (each family member). Then, when referring to the chronological data, the notification means 263 may issue a further alert based on whether an alert has been issued continuously for a certain period of time or whether the frequency of issuance within the certain period is high. If the alerts continue too frequently, more drastic action may be taken by the computer system 2 or its administrator (such as contacting a medical institution or automatically setting up an appointment).

[0136] <Step 4> When an alert triggers a visit to a medical institution, information (including time series) that can be presented to the medical institution may be prepared. For example, daily monitoring information can be edited and output in a specified electronic medical record format, making it easier to provide information to doctors.

[0137] When a watching user shares information with his / her family members, the display mode may be automatically adjusted. For example, when sharing content with family members, the way the content is displayed may be changed depending on who is sharing. For example, for children, the content may be switched to content for children (such as picture books). For elderly people, the text may be made larger and the colors may be reduced.

[0138] At least a part of the computer system 2 described in the above embodiment may be configured with hardware or software. If configured with software, a program that realizes at least a part of the functions of the computer system 2 may be stored on a recording medium such as a flexible disk or CD-ROM and read and executed by a computer. The recording medium is not limited to removable recording media such as magnetic disks and optical disks, but may also be fixed recording media such as hard disk drives and memories.

[0139] In addition, a program that realizes at least some of the functions of the computer system 2 may be distributed via a communication line (including wireless communication) such as the Internet. Furthermore, the program may be encrypted, modulated, or compressed and distributed via a wired or wireless line such as the Internet, or stored on a recording medium.

[0140] Furthermore, the computer system 2 may be functioned by one or more information devices. When multiple information devices are used, one of the devices may be a computer, and the computer may execute a predetermined program to realize the functions of at least one means of the computer system 2.

[0141] In the method invention, all processes (steps) may be realized by automatic control using a computer. Alternatively, each process may be performed by a computer, with progress control between processes being performed manually. Furthermore, at least some of the processes may be performed manually.

[0142] As described above, the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, and the components can be modified and embodied in practice without departing from the spirit of the invention. Furthermore, various inventions can be formed by appropriately combining multiple components disclosed in the above-described embodiments. For example, some components may be omitted from all the components shown in the embodiments. Furthermore, components from different embodiments may be appropriately combined. [Explanation of symbols]

[0143] 1. Monitored user terminal 11 Input Interface 12 Communication Module 13. Storage 14 Memory 15 Display 16 processors 161 Reception Department 162 Processing section 163 Communication Control Unit 17 Camera 2. Computer Systems 21 Input Interface 22 Communication Module 23. Storage 24 memory 25 Output Interface 26 processors 261 Decision-making means 262 Acquisition means 263 Means of Notification 264 Judgment means 265 Substitute Contact Methods 266 Alert Threshold Determination Method 267 Recording means 268 Update method 269 ​​Output Methods 3. User terminal 4-1~4-N Medical institution terminals S Information Processing System

Claims

1. a determining means for determining a type of monitored information to be monitored for the monitored user according to a user attribute of the monitored user, the determining means determining that the type of monitored information includes information related to glaucoma and / or cataracts when the user attribute indicates that the monitored user is above a predetermined age; an acquisition means for acquiring monitored information of the monitored user corresponding to the determined type, wherein, when the type of the monitored information includes information related to glaucoma and / or cataract, the acquisition means acquires at least one of an image / video of the monitored user's eyes and eye movements obtained from the image / video of the eyes as the monitored information; a notification means for notifying a watching user associated with the monitored user of the acquired monitoring target information of the monitored user and / or information for health management corresponding to the determined type; Equipped with the notification means notifies the monitored user of the determined type and requests information on the type from the monitored user; the acquiring means acquires the information transmitted in response to the request as the monitoring target information; The notification means notifies at least one of the following information including the acquired monitored information of the monitored user and / or information for health management of the determined type: information processed into a format that can be submitted to a medical institution from the acquired monitored information of the monitored user, and information that enables the watching user to communicate with a medical institution on behalf of the monitored user; and the information that enables the watching user to communicate with a medical institution on behalf of the monitored user includes the name and contact information of the medical institution, and information about the monitored user's health condition and insurance that is necessary for inquiries, in this information processing system.

2. 1. A computer-implemented information processing method, comprising: a determining step of determining a type of monitored information to be monitored for the monitored user according to a user attribute of the monitored user, wherein if the user attribute indicates that the monitored user is above a predetermined age, determining that the type of monitored information includes information related to glaucoma and / or cataracts; an acquisition step of notifying the monitored user of the determined type and requesting information of the determined type from the monitored user, and acquiring information transmitted in response to the request as monitored information of the monitored user corresponding to the determined type, wherein, when the type of monitored information includes information related to glaucoma and / or cataract, at least one of an image / video of the monitored user's eyes and eye movements obtained from the image / video of the eyes is acquired as the monitored information; a notification step of notifying a watching user linked to the monitored user of at least one of the following information including the acquired monitored information of the monitored user and / or information for health management corresponding to the determined type: information processed into a format that can be submitted to a medical institution from the acquired monitored information of the monitored user, and information enabling the watching user to communicate with a medical institution on behalf of the monitored user, wherein the information enabling the watching user to communicate with a medical institution on behalf of the monitored user includes the name and contact information of the medical institution, and information regarding the monitored user's health condition and insurance that is necessary for inquiries; An information processing method comprising:

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