myAVOS, your Digital Aging Well Coach, your Cognitive Care Solution

The Economic Burden of Chronic Diseases in Aging Populations Chronic diseases are a significant and profound economic issue for individuals, the healthcare system, and society as a whole. With the aging of populations worldwide, the prevalence of chronic diseases is increasing, accounting for  90% of all medical costs in the US  and even greater worldwide. It amounts to $4.1 trillion in annual health care expenditures The presence of multiple chronic conditions in the same individual has profound implications for healthcare costs and utilization. According to the CDC, six in ten adults have a chronic disease, and four in ten adults have two or more chronic diseases in the US.  A Swiss study  found that elderly patients with multiple chronic conditions had healthcare costs 5.5 times higher than those without multiple chronic conditions. Hence, even a small reduction in the prevalence of chronic diseases can result in significant cost savings and a genuine return on in...

Harnessing the Power of myAVOS for Prevention According to the World Health Organization (WHO), stroke is the second leading cause of death worldwide, responsible for 11% of all deaths. It is also a leading cause of disability, with many stroke survivors experiencing long-term physical and cognitive impairments. When a stroke occurs, the brain is deprived of oxygen and nutrients, which can lead to damage in the affected area. This damage can affect cognitive function, including memory, attention, and decision-making. The risk of cognitive impairment after a stroke is higher for older individuals and those with a history of cognitive decline. Preventing stroke with lifestyle strategies The good news is that many strokes can be prevented through lifestyle changes and management of risk factors. This is where myAVOS, a digital health app, comes in! myAVOS is a digital health coach that targets risk factors for stroke using lifestyle strategies regarding nutrition, exercise, stress managem...

The Need for Holistic Digital Health Solutions in the Age of Multi-morbidity As someone who has worked in commercial roles in the health industry for over 25 years, I’ve seen the common practice of launching a drug into a single indication, and then gradually adding other indications over the years. However, in reality, patients often suffer from multiple illnesses, and digital health applications are not bound by the same limitations as traditional drugs. This raises an important question: why are we continuing to create numerous niche apps for individual health issues instead of developing a holistic solution that can personalize treatment plans for individuals suffering from multiple conditions? Scientific Reports ( Sci Rep ) ISSN 2045–2322 (online) The truth is that multi-morbidity, or the presence of two or more chronic conditions, is increasingly common in patients over the age of 50. In fact, according to a report by the World Health Organization (WHO), nearly three out of four ...