In 2007, I had the blessing of spending time with my beloved grandmother, who had lived with high blood pressure for over 20 years. Every week, we traveled to the hospital for her check-ups—a routine that had become part of our lives.
One day, I brought home a digital blood pressure monitor from some product samples. As I showed her how to use it, her eyes lit up with joy and relief. She realized she could now check her blood pressure at home, without the exhausting hospital visits. She held my hands and said softly, “This changes everything.”
That moment stayed with me. It wasn't just about a device—it was about dignity, peace of mind, and the power of simple care.
Soon, neighbors started coming to our home to check their blood pressure. It became clear that many people were silently battling chronic conditions without access to proper tools. That experience became my turning point.
I founded MedAsia Healthcare to make self-monitoring and preventive health solutions more accessible—so that more families, like mine, could feel supported, cared for, and empowered.
— Alison Zhu, Founder
