Can the healthtech sector maintain its momentum?
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Health is typically one aspect of life that most people only consider when things go wrong, this is true on an individual level and on a governmental level, as became starkly clear when the coronavirus pandemic highlighted the underfunding of healthcare systems around the world.
As resources were redirected to deal with the rise in Covid-19 patients, doctors and hospitals had little time to deal with patients suffering from other ailments. Coupled with the lockdowns and the fear of contracting the virus in public spaces, the only viable solution was virtual healthcare. Telemedicine, virtual consultations and e-pharmacies have gained popularity over this past year and are becoming an increasingly important pillar of the global healthcare system.