The digital health revolution could save millions from deadly diseases.

A groundbreaking report by WHO and ITU reveals that a modest investment of $0.24 per patient annually in digital health tools could save over 2 million lives from noncommunicable diseases in the next decade. These digital interventions, including telemedicine and mobile messaging, could also prevent 7 million hospitalizations. While 60% of countries have digital health strategies, integration remains challenging. The report emphasizes the need for resources and collaboration to unleash the full potential of digital health. With NCDs causing 74% of global deaths annually, this digital revolution offers a cost-effective solution to combat preventable diseases and transform healthcare delivery worldwide.

Sources:
https://www.who.int/news/item/23-09-2024-boosting-digital-health-can-help-prevent-millions-of-deaths-from-noncommunicable-diseases

1. https://www.who.int/publications/b/71552
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3. https://www.itu.int/en/ITU-D/ICT-Applications/Pages/Publications.aspx
4. https://primaryhealthcare4people.org/publication/going-digital-for-noncommunicable-diseases-the-case-for-action/