Global Scans · Good Health and Well-being · Weekly Summary

In September 2015, 193 world leaders agreed to 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development. If these Goals are completed, it would mean an end to extreme poverty, inequality and climate change by 2030.
Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.

• [New] The effort to create a more robust digital health ecosystem will give providers and patients more streamlined access to health information. Nextgov/FCW
• [New] The Food and Drug Administration last month approved updated COVID-19 vaccines but only for Americans 65 and older, and younger adults and children with health conditions that put them at higher risk for severe COVID-19. Newsday
• [New] There is a long list of health conditions that the CDC says can increase a person's risk of severe illness from a coronavirus infection. AARP
• [New] Globally, AMR could result in US$ 1 trillion of additional health-care costs per year by 2050 and US$ 1 trillion to 3.4 trillion of gross domestic product losses per year by 2030. Public Health
• [New] Refugees with acute health and medical needs are among the top priorities for consideration for resettlement referral by the UN High Commissioner for Refugees, and some resettlement countries expedite consideration of refugees facing acute health risks. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] Ultimately, the cost of failing to be health-inclusive could be more expensive to national economies, health security, and global health than the modest investments required. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] As the digital health landscape continues to evolve, software innovation will remain instrumental in driving efficiency, enhancing patient-centred care, and ultimately transforming the healthcare experience for both patients and providers in the United States. Custom Market Insights
• [New] AI-powered early detection is poised to unlock $100 billion in annual healthcare cost savings by 2030, a figure that represents the beginning of a system-wide transformation. TNGlobal
• [New] AI-powered early detection could slash global healthcare costs by $100 billion annually by 2030. TNGlobal
• [New] The global healthcare industry stands at an inflection point that will define the next century of human health. TNGlobal
• [New] 60% of U.S. acute care facilities will deploy ambient intelligence capabilities by 2028, fundamentally changing how clinicians interact with health information systems. Empower Systems
• [New] AI has the potential to significantly enhance community-based mental health programs like Virginia's REACH initiative by improving efficiency, personalizing support, and expanding access, particularly in rural areas with limited resources. Frontiers
• [New] The World Health Organization has repeatedly warned of a post-antibiotic era, where common infections could once again become deadly. Shorty News
• [New] Philips has invested heavily in local manufacturing and R&D hubs in India and China, aligning with national digital health initiatives such as Ayushman Bharat and Healthy China 2030. Market Data Forecast
• [New] Europe & U.K.: The European Health Data Space will unify digital health access; NHS rapidly scales virtual wards. Cervicorn Insights
• Yes, nearly all major destination nations will demand students to present evidence of valid health insurance coverage of their stay before visa approval in 2025. / India Fincover
• The Japan Bank for International Cooperation and EXIM India will support a $100 million facility that will bolster India's healthcare sector, including global capacity for COVID-19 countermeasures. gmfus
• Climate change represents the greatest public health challenge of the 21st century, but mitigating climate change represents the greatest public health opportunity. Yale School of Public Health
• Streamlining approval processes will allow both agencies to give patients earlier and equitable access to the innovative medicines needed to improve UK health outcomes. NICE website: The National Institute for Health and Car
• A disruption can translate directly into delayed patient care, compromised military operations, and a significant blow to American health security. Stars and Stripes
• Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 includes a substantial investment in digital health, with RPM as a core component. Market Data Forecast
• Employment in home health and personal care aides will grow by 33% between 2022 and 2032, far outpacing other sectors, reflecting rising demand for in-home services. Market Data Forecast
• The home healthcare segment is the fastest-growing end-use and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 25.3% from 2025 to 2033. Market Data Forecast

Last updated: 07 September 2025