Digital health news covering telehealth, health apps, wearables, venture funding, and FDA digital therapeutics.
Dr. Nicole Spieker argues that digital healthcare adoption can reduce costs for Ghana's National Health Insurance Authority while improving patient outcomes. She contends that value-based financing and remote care for chronic diseases enhance financial sustainability and allow patients to manage health from home.
SUSMED announced its blockchain-based clinical trial system supported the first-ever pharmaceutical marketing authorization based on industry-sponsored trial results using this technology. The system reduces monitoring and institutional workloads significantly, addressing inefficiencies in Japan's drug development process.
The Globe and Mail argues that augmented reality platforms like ARISE significantly enhance physiotherapy adherence by gamifying exercises. The article highlights patient Annette Bullen’s experience, suggesting that remote, interactive treatment improves mobility and motivation while offering flexibility for Canadian patients.
Hong Kong authorities will allow residents to create advance medical directives electronically on the eHealth platform starting next year. Secretary for Labour and Welfare Chris Sun Yuk-han confirmed the digital service carries the same legal effect as paper forms, enabling terminally ill residents to manage life-sustaining treatment decisions.