Screening and early disease detection

Early detection

We are committed to supporting healthcare systems in improving screening and early disease detection through innovative digital solutions.

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Overview

Innovative solutions for early disease detection are needed more than ever

The growing shortage of healthcare professionals, financial constraints and rising cases of chronic conditions highlight the limits of traditional methods.1,2 Early detection is vital to addressing the rise in non-communicable diseases (NCDs), yet screening and early disease detection programs face challenges like limited accessibility and low patient adherence, making it essential to innovate and improve these efforts.

Key challenges confronting healthcare systems

  • Burden of NCDs: Around 41 million people die each year from noncommunicable diseases, which is equivalent to 74% of all deaths globally1

  • Workforce shortage: 10 million healthcare worker shortage by 20302

  • Lack of physician time: 14.1 hours/day required from primary care providers  (PCPs) to provide preventive care recommended by US guideline3

  • Low adherence to screening programs: Fewer than 70% of individuals aged 50–75 are taking part in colorectal cancer screening in the US4

We address these challenges with innovative digital solutions.

AI-powered decision support

Leverage AI to empower clinicians with accurate and timely decision-making tools.

Expanding screening accessibility

Digital platforms ensure broader access to screening, reaching more patients effectively.

Faster disease detection

Accelerate diagnosis with algorithms enabling early disease detection and timely interventions.

Increased healthcare efficiency

Streamline processes to improve resource management and reduce system costs.

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Digital solutions and AI technology

See how digital solutions help enhance screening and early detection

Digital solutions and AI technology address today’s healthcare challenges by empowering clinicians to make informed decisions and deliver effective patient care. Innovative digital solutions can also play a pivotal role in nationwide screening programs, helping program managers gain greater transparency. At Roche, we are committed to equipping healthcare systems and professionals with the right tools. Learn more below about examples of navify solutions impacting patient care today.

References and notes
  1. World Health Organization. Noncommunicable diseases [Internet; cited 2023 Sep 16]. Available from: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/noncommunicable-diseases
  2. World Health Organization. Health workforce [Internet; cited 2024 Nov 25]. Available from: https://www.who.int/health-topics/health-workforce#tab=tab_1
  3. Linzer M, Bitton A, Tu S-P, Plews-Ogan M, Durso SC. Key results for primary care physicians on time use for documentation and inbox management [Internet; cited 2022 Jul 1]. Available from: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9848034/#:~:text=Key%20Results,for%20documentation%20and%20inbox%20management
  4. American Cancer Society National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable, American Cancer Society, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Colorectal cancer is a major public health problem [Internet]. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System Survey Data. Atlanta, Georgia: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; 2012, 2014, 2016, 2018, 2020. National Screening Rate – BRFSS. Available from: https://nccrt.org/our-impact/data-and-progress/. [Accessed 2024 Nov 28].
  5. Optimizing cervical screening: Insights from a clinical simulation study in Brazil. MC--15103.
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