Singapore’s Health Promotion Board is piloting programs with technology firms like Abbott and Google to enhance self-health management. The DigiCoach program targets pre-diabetic individuals using continuous glucose monitors and mobile apps for real-time insights. HealthTrack SG focuses on chronic conditions by collecting lifestyle data via Fitbit. These initiatives aim to empower citizens and gather health insights for broader implementation.
The True Cost of Focusing on Cost Instead of Cost-Effectiveness
When payors consider only the cost of the medication and not the cost and risk to the patient, doctor, and healthcare system, the irony is
