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In India, where healthcare resources are limited and there are many patients to care for, predictive
healthcare can be especially helpful. It helps doctors prioritise care, focusing on patients who
need immediate attention. It can also reduce unnecessary hospital visits, as healthcare providers
can monitor patients remotely and intervene before a problem worsens. Overall, predictive
healthcare has the potential to improve health outcomes by catching issues early and promoting
better overall care.

How AI Helps

AI is revolutionising predictive healthcare by analysing vast amounts of data, including medical
history, lifestyle habits, real-time data from wearable devices and family history. Manually
processing this large volume of information is both difficult and time-consuming, which makes AI
a powerful tool for spotting health risks at an early stage.

AI analyses patient data such as medical records, lifestyle patterns, real-time data from
wearables and family history to identify individuals who are at higher risk for diseases like
diabetes, heart disease or certain cancers. In India, under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
(ABDM), the health records of millions of citizens are being digitised. This allows AI-powered
predictive tools to examine this data and identify high-risk individuals, helping doctors intervene
earlier and provide preventive care before conditions worsen.

Virtual Health Assistants

Have you ever imagined getting healthcare advice without physically visiting a doctor clinic or
hospital? With the help of Virtual Health Assistants, this is now becoming possible.

In many area of India, especially in rural areas, people do not always have easy access to doctors
or healthcare facilities. They may need to travel long distances sometimes for hours just to reach
the nearest clinic. Even in cities, getting an appointment with a doctor can take several days. Virtual
health assistants help solve this problem by offering advice and guidance to patients remotely.

VIRTUAL HEALTH ASSISTANTS

Personalised Health Support AI Support Medication Reminders

These digital assistants are powered by artificial intelligence and can answer medical questions,
help with basic health checks and provide advice on common health issues. They can also remind
patients to take their medications or check their symptoms. This technology allows people to get
quick medical support without having to leave their homes, saving time and reducing the strain
on healthcare services.

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