Let's Explore Digital Healthcare

Digital healthcare refers to medical services and technologies that utilize information and communication technology (ICT), artificial intelligence (AI), big data, and the Internet of Things (IoT) to manage health, prevent, diagnose, and treat diseases.

AI advancements are driving the development of digital healthcare. Smartphone applications, wearable devices, and telehealth services are prime examples. Beyond simple health management apps, these technologies are leading to changes such as reduced healthcare costs, improved access to medical services, and a shift towards preventative healthcare paradigms.

One area of digital healthcare is telehealth, a service that connects patients and doctors remotely for consultations, diagnosis, and prescriptions. This is particularly valuable for patients with chronic conditions or those in areas with limited access to healthcare.

South Korea is gradually adopting these technologies. Smartwatches are a prominent example of wearable devices, capable of real-time monitoring of heart rate, blood pressure, and breathing patterns. Apple and Samsung continue to release innovative products in this space. The AI-driven medical diagnostics field is also experiencing rapid growth.

Within digital healthcare, the respiratory field is gaining attention. Software is being used to measure respiratory data, which has been difficult to obtain in the past, and to offer personalized breathing training and respiratory rehabilitation programs. Given the strong link between health and people's lives, digital healthcare will likely remain a focus area in the future.