Engaging and empowering People 

Engaging and empowering people and communities is about providing the opportunities, skills and resources they need to articulate and empower people as users of health services and advocates for an improved health system. This strategy seeks to unlock community and individual resources for action at all levels. It aims to empower individuals to make effective decisions about their own health and to actively engage communities in creating Empowering Patients and health care environments, and to empower informal caregivers to improve their performance. Providing the necessary education to improve and continue your role. . Engaging and empowering people and communities marginalized and marginalized population groups.

A section of these expert respondents argued that a better digital environment would empower individuals, giving them privacy and control over their data and their interactions with and access to government and health services, businesses and other institutions. will improve. They also envision a world where the decisions people make about what information and who to trust are enabled by cutting-edge tech tools like blockchain. local mesh networks; digital passport; virtual and augmented reality; Digital "credit unions" that facilitate online communication. Assistive AI and bots; privacy "nutrition labels" for online activities; encryption; Data Cooperative; New types of custom filtering.

Mark Surman, executive director of the Mozilla Foundation, a leading advocate for trusted AI, digital privacy and the open internet, predicted, “By 2035, most of us will be connected to a new type of bank, trust or credit union. , which represents our data and our interests with the companies and government agencies we interact with online. Legally, this new type of trust will be sworn to protect our interests. Prioritize. In practice, it can not only store our data but also offer us 'personal AI' that can negotiate and manage automated decisions on our behalf. Can solve problems.

The co-founder of a global association for digital analytics commented, "By 2035, cloud computing will be gone, replaced by low-end personal servers and mesh networking. Online surveillance and profiling of individuals will be replaced by personal control over one's own data, accessible only to companies through intermediary broker services in which the user is paid directly for access to their personal profile. There will be use at scale that is directly owned and provides a safety net to give each individual personal control over their data and social/civic services. Politicians will no longer vote to set the rules.

Patient empowerment is a key component of patient-centered care, which emphasizes the importance of involving patients in their own care and treating them as partners in the health care process.

Patient empowerment may include activities such as providing health education, encouraging patient involvement in treatment planning, developing self-management skills, and informing patients about care. Assist in making informed decisions. The goal of patient empowerment is to help patients take an active role in their health care and improve their health outcomes.

Patient empowerment will become an important aspect of healthcare

A study published in the Journal of Patient Experience found that patients who feel more empowered have higher levels of satisfaction with their care. Empowered patients were more likely to feel that their health care providers listened to their concerns and provided personalized care.

Similarly, according to a National Patient Safety Foundation survey, 42% of patients felt they did not have enough information about their condition or treatment options. Empowering patients with information and resources can help them make informed decisions about their care and improve overall health outcomes.

And, according to a World Health Organization report, to improve patient safety

Better patient outcomes: 

Empowered patients have better outcomes because they are more engaged in their care. Patients who are involved in their own care are more motivated to follow treatment plans and take the necessary steps to maintain their health. This leads to better health outcomes and reduced risk of hospital readmissions.

Increased patient satisfaction: 

When patients feel empowered, they are more satisfied with their care. Empowered patients feel more in control of their health and are more likely to participate in decision-making about their care. This leads to greater patient satisfaction and a better overall hospital experience.

Conclusion

Patient empowerment is an essential aspect of modern healthcare. This benefits both patients and hospitals by creating a more collaborative and patient-centered approach to care. Empowering patients allows them to take control of their health and make informed decisions about their treatment options. It also helps reduce disparities and improve health outcomes.

In India and globally, patient empowerment is being recognized as an important factor in the delivery of quality healthcare.