Healthcare is being revolutionized by the advent of big data. New gadgets and technologies are aiding this transition. A continuous stream of health related data promises us the concept of continuous healthcare. This data will enable us to study behavioral changes among patients and diagnose problems better and faster. Real time disease management is fast becoming a reality and it will be even possible to tend to patients in the early stages of their disorders and take steps accordingly. Real time monitoring of treatment efficacy will immensely help in post-operative care, drug therapy. It also holds the power to point out which patients merit additional intervention. Read more at:

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