Will A.I. Shape Future of Diabetes Care?

The global incidence and prevalence of diabetes continue to rise, increasing rates of associated disability and mortality while imposing a substantial economic burden. Despite advancements in medical technology, diabetes management faces persistent challenges, including a shortage of specialists, uneven distribution of healthcare resources, and low patient adherence, all contributing to suboptimal glycemic control.
A new review (doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.hcr.2024.100006) published in the journal Healthcare and Rehabilitation reveals how artificial intelligence (AI) is bringing major changes to diabetes care. By analyzing data from blood sugar levels, medical history, and even retinal scans, AI tools can now predict diabetes subtypes, identify high-risk patients, and tailor solutions to individual needs—improving accuracy, reducing healthcare costs and addressing critical gaps in diagnosis, treatment, and daily management.
Excerpted from News Medical Life Sciences