The Future 100: 2025

Today’s health sector is driven by technological innovation, a growing emphasis on preventative care, and a recognition of the vital role of social connection in promoting well-being.

Health and wellness continue to evolve at a remarkable pace. In a world of mounting economic pressure and increased environmental and ethical responsibilities, a pressing question emerges: How can we create a future for health that benefits everyone? Achieving access to healthcare for all remains a vital challenge as we grapple with gaping inequities and strive for solutions that balance need with affordability and inclusion.

Discover the latest Health trends!

Key trends include:

Home Clinic Hubs

What began with health apps has led many consumers to expect a greater level of health data and diagnosis in the palms of their hands, and tech companies are helping to provide that.

Why it's interesting
The rise of at-home diagnostics is empowering individuals to take greater control of their health, enabling early detection of potential issues and facilitating more personalized treatment plans. By leveraging wearable devices, AI-powered apps, and remote monitoring technologies, healthcare providers can extend their reach, improve patient outcomes, and reduce the burden on traditional healthcare facilities.

Social Prescription

Social prescriptions have emerged as medical professionals realized that there was more to preventing or curing disease than prescribing drug treatment – encompassing any activity that’s beneficial and doesn’t happen in a clinical setting.

Why it's interesting
Recognizing the profound impact of social connection on mental and physical well-being, healthcare providers are increasingly prescribing community-based activities, such as group exercise, art therapy, and volunteer work. By fostering a sense of belonging and purpose, social prescriptions can improve patient outcomes, reduce social isolation, and promote overall health and resilience.

Devolution of Healthcare

In the future, trips to the doctor’s office will be by invitation only. Digital health dashboards will instead allow doctors to monitor patients remotely, while also empowering individuals to take control of their own everyday health thanks to an array of devices, wearables and ambient sensors in the home serving up actionable insights.

Why it's interesting
Advances in AI, data and ambient sensors will converge to transform the patient experience, allowing health to be monitored in real time and helping to pre-empt serious health problems.

Achieving access to healthcare for all remains a vital challenge as we grapple with gaping inequities and strive for solutions that balance need with affordability and inclusion.