A notable 15 per cent rise in preventive health tests, including blood pressure monitoring, blood sugar checks, body temperature, haemoglobin, body fat analysis, and mental health counselling appointments
health tech company, Clinics on Cloud has announced insights into women’s health, underscoring the transformative impact of accessible healthcare solutions.
Key insights from Clinics on Cloud data:
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Rise in rural women’s health assessments: A significant 17 per cent increase in women conducting health assessments is noted, attributed to the availability of Health Kiosks in rural areas.
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Age-specific trends:
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20-29 years: Women’s test participation increased from 65 per cent to 67 per cent, with a shift in ratio from 1:1.45 to 1:1.55.
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30-39 years: Participation rose from 68 per cent to 70 per cent, with a ratio change from 1:1.50 to 1:1.60.
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40-49 years: Women’s engagement surged from 70 per cent to 72 per cent, accompanied by a ratio change from 1:1.55 to 1:1.65.
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50-59 years: Participation witnessed an increase from 72 per cent to 74 per cent, with a ratio change from 1:1.60 to 1:1.70.
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60-69 years: Consistent participation at 72 per cent, maintaining a ratio around 1:1.60.
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70+ years: Slight increase from 65 per cent to 66 per cent, with a minor ratio change from 1:1.50 to 1:1.55.
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Preventive health tests: A notable 15 per cent rise in preventive health tests, including blood pressure monitoring, blood sugar checks, body temperature, haemoglobin, body fat analysis, and mental health counselling appointments.
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Common health concerns in women:
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Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs)
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Anaemia
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Obesity
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Reproductive health issues
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Maternal health complications
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Cardiovascular diseases
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Lifestyle-related diseases
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Breast and cervical cancers
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Diabetes
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High blood pressure
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Additional data points
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Anaemia: 69 per cent of women are anaemic, primarily caused by iron deficiency.
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Obesity: 57 per cent of female patients tested had higher body fat, with 72 per cent exhibiting higher body fat compared to 40 per cent of males.
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Reproductive health: Common issues include PCOS, endometriosis, and infertility, particularly prevalent in metro cities.
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Maternal health: 63 per cent of women faced child mortality issues in rural areas, with over 40 per cent of affected mothers aged 23-29 years.
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Cardiovascular diseases: 23 per cent of women suffer from cardiovascular diseases, including heart attacks and strokes.
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Diabetes: Women above 55 years face a heightened risk of type 2 diabetes, leading to complications like Neuropathy, Nephropathy, and Retinopathy.
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Blood pressure: 67 per cent of female patients above 60 suffer from high blood pressure.
Manashrri Jadhav, CEO, Clinics on Cloud said, “At Clinics on Cloud, we are dedicated to revolutionising women’s healthcare by providing accessible and innovative solutions. The data reflects not only a rise in health consciousness among women but also underscores the pressing need to address prevalent health issues effectively. By leveraging technology and data-driven insights, we strive to empower women to take proactive steps towards their health and well-being.”