Utilizing AI in the UK to Reduce Hospital Visits for Patients

Utilizing AI in the UK to Reduce Hospital Visits for Patients

An ambulance parked outside the Royal London Hospital proudly displays the logo of the National Health Services (NHS) in London, England. The government of the United Kingdom ⁣is revolutionizing healthcare by incorporating artificial ​intelligence (AI) to reduce hospital visits significantly. High-risk patients have already experienced ​a 40%‌ decrease in return visits since this initiative began.

Since March 2023, patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in England have been benefiting from the Lenus support system. This innovative system⁣ utilizes AI and a user-friendly app to monitor‌ their health conditions effectively, as confirmed by the UK’s NHS. By creating virtual wards accessible from⁤ home, patients can now receive necessary care without frequent hospital⁤ trips and can directly communicate ‌with healthcare professionals for additional​ assistance.

The app prompts patients daily, weekly, and monthly to provide updates on‌ their well-being and symptoms. This data is then stored and analyzed ‌using a clinician app developed by Mike Crooks, a‍ renowned professor of respiratory‍ medicine. Crooks aims to leverage AI further to identify patterns and triggers associated with COPD patients’ conditions proactively. The​ ultimate goal⁣ is to intervene early with personalized care before patients reach critical stages.

This⁢ groundbreaking ‌approach showcases how artificial intelligence is reshaping​ healthcare delivery for better patient outcomes.
Healthcare
Artificial intelligence

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