Concerns of data security and digital divide need to be addressed proactively: Experts

The Digital Health Summit and Awards organised by the IHW Council brought major stakeholders together for conversations around digital health ecosystem transformation, in a two – day long summit

Digital technology in healthcare in the country is at a promising juncture and the country has made great progress in adopting technology for digital payments and prominent areas of healthcare observed public healthcare experts at the 3^rd IHW Digital Health Summit and Awards.

The Digital Health Summit and Awards organised by the IHW Council brought major stakeholders together for conversations around digital health ecosystem transformation, in a two – day long summit.

Ramdas Athawale, Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment congratulated the IHW Council for commendable work in the realm of health and said that initiatives like the Digital Health Awards inspire everyone to prioritise their health and build the health of families and communities.

Speaking on the role of strategic collaborations to ensure universal health coverage in the country, Dr Urvashi Prasad, Director – Vice Chairman Office, NITI Aayog said, “India has made great progress in healthcare and public – private partnership has played a significant role, this momentum needs to grow to ensure accessible and affordable healthcare for all.”

Kamal Narayan, CEO of IHW Council while commencing the event said, “As the healthcare sector re-invents itself for a new digital future it is imperative that we focus on bridging the pre-existing disparities in digital access and utilisation of digital means to provide healthcare to the disadvantaged and vulnerable population.”