UAE’s healthcare can still get so much more out of technology

UAE’s healthcare can still get so much more out of technology

Technology has been revolutionising the healthcare industry, with the UAE and GCC having made significant investments in digital health to improve services and outcomes. Here are some examples of how technology is transforming healthcare: The Singapore government’s Chronic Disease Management Program (CDMP) is a prime example of how technology can improve patient outcomes and reduce associated costs. The program, which uses digital tools to monitor and manage chronic conditions such as diabetes and hypertension, has resulted in a 10 per cent reduction in hospitalisation rates and 15 per cent in healthcare costs. The UK’s National Health Service (NHS) has invested heavily in virtual care platforms, which allow patients to receive care from their own homes. It has enabled remote monitoring of patients, reducing the need for hospital visits and freeing up resources for more critical cases. The success of virtual care platforms has been reflected in the increased patient satisfaction rates and significant cost savings for the NHS. Genomics is another area where technology is transforming healthcare. Companies such as Color Genomics, Invitae, and CRISPR are leading the way in developing new treatments and personalised medicine. In the Netherlands, a genomics-based approach to healthcare resulted in a significant reduction in