Practo insights reveal a 58% increase in cardiac consultations

Recent Indian research shows a sharp rise (+93.7%) in ischemic heart disease (IHD) mortality among women from 2000 to 2017. Data from Practo reveals a 58% increase in women’s cardiac consultations since 2019, with preventive diagnostics being the focus. Women aged 25-34 are leading in heart health awareness, notably in Bangalore. This trend extends to prioritizing gut health, evidenced by a 59% surge in gastroenterological consultations. Overall, women’s healthcare consultations have grown by 29%.

Beyond Paper Trails: Charting the way for India’s healthcare revolution

India’s healthcare is being transformed by Digital Health Records (DHR), akin to the revolution online banking brought to financial management. Launched under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission in 2021, over 330 million health records have been digitized. While countries like Estonia demonstrate the benefits of DHR, challenges like internet access and awareness impede India’s progress. Practo Ray offers a paperless solution to manage patient records.

Turning the Tide of Dental Healthcare in India

Practo Dental Clinics aims to revolutionize dental care in India, introducing a network of high-quality clinics focused on proactive healthcare. Despite a high number of dentists, dental care remains reactive. Practo offers transparency and standardized quality, aiming to bridge the gap in dental services. Its “Clinic Excellence Score” ensures only the highest-rated clinics, fostering a patient-centric approach while also supporting dentists through feedback, technology, and finance. This initiative sets new standards for quality healthcare and patient empowerment.

Practo Survey: People with Diabetes Choose Health Over Pills

leading digital healthcare company, Practo, conducted a survey revealing that 70% of diabetic and pre-diabetic patients are eager to improve their lifestyles for better health. However, the study also highlighted a disparity between patients’ intentions and actions, with nearly 40% not regularly consulting their doctors. Despite concerns about lifelong medication usage and potential complications, a significant number of patients were inactive and had not consulted a nutritionist or dietitian. Practo’s digital program, Transform, has successfully helped numerous patients manage diabetes through lifestyle changes.