Throughout the world, governments are grappling with the growing challenge of providing quality, affordable healthcare. However, innovations in technology are helping to alleviate this common dilemma.
In Australia, an ageing population, shortages of healthcare providers in metropolitan and rural areas, as well as increased rates of chronic disease, are all factors placing substantial strain on the local healthcare sector. However, while these challenges continue to mount, healthcare providers are being forced to do more with less as the costs continue to rise and place increasing pressure on government budgets. In fact, the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare calculates annual spending on healthcare services now exceeds $6200 per person.