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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 ...

What is AgeTech and how does it improve the lives of aging adults? Welcome to the Age of AgeTech! Age tech refers to digital technology that is specifically designed to cater to the needs and preferences of the elderly. The design process involves active participation from seniors, ensuring that the technology is easy to use and understand for them. The term AgeTech encompasses all types of technology that aim to enhance the quality of life of aging adults. For instance, a care-coordination app that helps family members coordinate and manage grandma’s activities or a smart pillbox that sends reminders to seniors to take their medication also fall under the AgeTech category. This concept is interchangeably referred to as ElderTech, Gerontech, Gerontechnology, SilverTech, and AgingTech. However, the term AgingTech may be misleading as it suggests that the technology itself is aging, which is not the case. What makes (this) Age relevant? By 2030, 1 in 6 people in the world will be aged 60...

How Technology is Making a Difference Doctors are facing increasing work pressures. Patients are finding access to help more difficult.  How to Maximize Healthcare Efficiency through the Power of Technology We’re not talking AI replacing professionals, but instead augmenting the work they do and bringing about revolutionary changes to healthcare services that maximize the use of existing resources, while creating novel solutions to old problems. Reversing Chronic Diseases: Why a Holistic Approach is More Effective than Prescriptions Don’t wait till it breaks! Traditional healthcare relies on healthcare fixing what is already broken. But things break slowly and evidence suggests many health issues can be mitigated by changes in lifestyle. Type 2 diabetes can be reversed by an 8-week, 800 calorie per day diet and mild exercise. But most prefer a pill to the effort that involves.  The result is the food industry continue to make people ill, so the pharma industry can save them. ...

Lifestyle diseases call for lifestyle prevention As modern societies have undergone a shift from infections to non-communicable diseases being the primary cause of poor health, our language surrounding health has also evolved. “Lifestyle diseases” are non-communicable diseases. By definition, they‘re caused by personal choice. Therefore, they are  preventable. Dealing with non-communicable diseases can come with a hefty price tag. Therefore, it is crucial to prioritize primary prevention and stay vigilant about early symptoms of such ailments to maintain your personal health. If people don’t take responsibility for improving their lifestyle choices, it is anticipated that the prevalence of these lifestyle diseases will only continue to rise over time. The causes of illness The health condition of a population in the developed world is significantly determined by lifestyle. Lifestyle diseases are caused by lack of physical activity, unhealthy eating, alcohol, substance use disorders...