By 2030, one in six people globally will be aged 60 years or older, with the number rising from 1 billion in 2020 to 1.4 billion. By 2050, this figure will double to 2.1 billion, with individuals aged 80 years or older reaching 426 million—a threefold increase from 2020. WHO report [1]

By 2030, one in six people globally will be aged 60 years or older, with the number rising from 1 billion in 2020 to 1.4 billion. By 2050, this figure will double to 2.1 billion, with individuals aged 80 years or older reaching 426 million—a threefold increase from 2020.

The rapid aging of populations worldwide presents unprecedented challenges for healthcare systems. As life expectancy increases and birth rates decline, older individuals now represent a growing proportion of society [1]. This shift drives a surge in chronic diseases like COPD, heart failure, and ischemic heart disease [2], increasing hospital admissions, lengthening stays, and elevating the demand for long-term care [3]. Coupled with global healthcare worker shortages and rising costs, these factors pose as pressures for traditional healthcare models.

Older populations strongly require preventive and continuous monitoring to manage complex health needs effectively. However, reliance on intermittent checks and reactive interventions delays critical issue detection and care, leading to avoidable hospitalizations, poorer outcomes, and increased strain on resources. Addressing this challenge demands a shift from reactive care to preventive, patient-centered approaches.

At smartQare, we address these challenges head-on with innovative solutions that transform patient care. By enabling continuous monitoring and providing real-time insights, we empower healthcare providers to detect health changes early, ensuring timely interventions and reducing hospital visits. Our technology supports seamless care transitions, allowing older individuals to recover safely at home under close supervision.

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[1] https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/ageing-and-health
[2] https://www.ncoa.org/article/the-top-10-most-common-chronic-conditions-in-older-adults/
[3] Hofer, F., Schreyögg, J., & Stargardt, T. (2022). Effectiveness of a home telemonitoring program for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in Germany: Evidence from the first three years. Plos one, 17(5), e0267952.