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India yet to realise the full potential of digital health; crucial to develop models for their extension to rural India: DCGI – ET HealthWorld

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India yet to realise the full potential of digital health; crucial to develop models for their extension to rural India: DCGI – ET HealthWorld

Mumbai: As digital technology is dominating the discourse of contemporary and future healthcare solutions, the Drugs Controller General of India (DGCI) has stressed that India is yet to fully realise that potential and it is crucial to develop models that ensure Digital Health solutions extend to rural India.” “Currently, most digital health solutions are concentrated … Read more

Merging tech with broader efforts for accessible, equitable digital health: Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus – ET HealthWorld

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Merging tech with broader efforts for accessible, equitable digital health: Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus – ET HealthWorld

Mumbai: As the global landscape undergoes a significant transformation driven by technological innovations and digital solutions, especially with the bipartisan favorable changes in healthcare, Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus remarked, “By merging tech with broader efforts, we can make digital health the driving force behind accessible and equitable care for all.” “Health is not a privilege; … Read more

MediBuddy launches digital cards for accessing OPD Services – ET HealthWorld

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MediBuddy launches digital cards for accessing OPD Services – ET HealthWorld

Mumbai: MediBuddy, a digital healthcare platform, has announced the launch of ‘MediBuddy Shield’ and ‘MediBuddy Shield Plus’ digital cards, designed to provide users with access to all essential outpatient department (OPD) services. These digital cards are intended to help users manage their health proactively by offering easy access to healthcare services, the company stated. MediBuddy … Read more

HealthPlix launches HALO, transforming doctor-patient interactions into digital prescriptions – ET HealthWorld

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HealthPlix launches HALO, transforming doctor-patient interactions into digital prescriptions – ET HealthWorld

Mumbai: HealthPlix Technologies launched an innovative solution HALO, designed to revolutionise healthcare by transforming doctor-patient interactions into digital prescriptions seamlessly. This technology is the first of its kind and ensures that the doctors do not need to type or write to generate a prescription. All that they need is to talk to the patient and … Read more

Smart homes of today

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Smart homes of today

Smart homes have taken the real estate industry by storm, emerging as a critical element influencing property values and buyer preferences. Driven largely by demand from tech-savvy Gen Z and millennial homebuyers, what was once a luxury has now become a strategic investment, significantly enhancing both the appeal and market value of homes. In India, … Read more

What is e-rupee and why do Google Pay, PhonePe want to join RBI’s digital rupee project?

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What is e-rupee and why do Google Pay, PhonePe want to join RBI’s digital rupee project?

The e-rupee, or the digital rupee, is a digital currency issued by the RBI [File] | Photo Credit: REUTERS The story so far: Fintech companies including Google, PhonePe, Amazon Pay, Cred, and Mobikwik are looking to join the Indian central bank’s digital currency project by allowing their users to transact in e-rupee via Unified Payments … Read more

Navigating your career: 10 essential skills for the digital age

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Navigating your career: 10 essential skills for the digital age

Today, having digital skills is more crucial than ever in the job market. Whether you want to switch careers or move up into your current one, mastering the right digital skills can be key. According to the Digital Skills Opportunity for All report, jobs needing digital skills make up 6-12 percent of all online job … Read more

Personal loans disbursed via digital apps have the highest share of overdue accounts: Data

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Personal loans disbursed via digital apps have the highest share of overdue accounts: Data

Until the mid-2010s, banks used to lend massive loans to big industries. When these businesses failed, their loans turned sour. Such bad loans stayed hidden for sometime. In 2015, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) carried out a review, following which skeletons tumbled out of the closet. The share of bad loans reached as high … Read more

The Human Touch: Enhancing Patient Experience in an Increasingly Digital World – ET HealthWorld

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The Human Touch: Enhancing Patient Experience in an Increasingly Digital World – ET HealthWorld

The healthcare landscape is undergoing a significant digital transformation. Innovations such as telemedicine consultations and wearable health trackers are revolutionizing the delivery and receipt of care. These technological advancements offer substantial benefits, including increased accessibility, enhanced data collection, and potentially faster diagnoses. For instance, telemedicine has grown by over 150 per cent in recent years, … Read more

CBSE launches advanced video recording studio to boost digital education

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CBSE launches advanced video recording studio to boost digital education

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced the inauguration of its state-of-the-art video recording studio, marking a significant step towards enhancing digital education. This new facility aims to enrich the learning experience for teachers, students, and parents globally. The inauguration ceremony took place today at the Centre of Excellence, Delhi (East). It was … Read more