Understanding Chronic Kidney Disease

CKD doesn’t exist in isolation. It accelerates other chronic diseases, particularly diabetes, hypertension, and heart failure. Patients with CKD are more likely to be hospitalised, require polypharmacy, and suffer complications that strain both lives and healthcare budgets.

Heart Failure in Primary Care: Prevalence, Challenges, and Opportunities

Diagnosis relies on a combination of clinical symptoms (e.g., breathlessness, fatigue, oedema), biomarkers (BNP or NT-proBNP), imaging (primarily echocardiography), and medical history.

The Tension behind Hypertension

In Ireland, nearly 1 in 3 adults has high blood pressure, yet an estimated 50% are unaware of their condition. In the UK, over 14 million people are affected, with similar gaps in diagnosis and management. As many as 1 in 3 diagnosed patients do not achieve adequate blood pressure control.

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)Epidemic

Globally, COPD is the third leading cause of death, responsible for over 3 million deaths annually, according to the World Health Organization. In Ireland, an estimated 380,000 people are living with COPD, yet up to 60% may remain undiagnosed.

Atrial Fibrillation: A Common Arrhythmia with Serious Consequences

Globally, the prevalence of AF is rising. In Europe, it is estimated that one in four adults over 40 years will develop AF in their lifetime. In Ireland, approximately 50,000–60,000 people are living with the condition, although many remain undiagnosed due to its intermittent and often asymptomatic presentation.

Osteoporosis: An Underdiagnosed Threat to Healthy Aging

Osteoporosis is a highly prevalent, yet frequently overlooked, condition that contributes significantly to avoidable disability and healthcare burden. Primary care plays a crucial role in identifying at-risk individuals, initiating appropriate investigations, and coordinating long-term management.

The Case for a Proactive, Preventative, and Personal Revolution in Primary Care

This is where the right kind of technology can quietly help. AI isn't about robots replacing doctors. It’s about working behind the scenes: spotting trends, linking patterns, and gently flagging what might otherwise be missed.