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Published on: May 02, 2020
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By: Dr Vibhash Mishra

Corona, Cricket And Telemedicine

Corona, cricket and telemedicine

As schoolboys, gossiping about cricket and cinema was our favorite pastime. Decades later when even our children are not school kids anymore, I must confess the nature of our pastime has not become any more serious. The COVID-19 lockdown has inadvertently provided a large chunk of humanity with a rare luxury. Otherwise who has the time in today’s world to stop and stay at home to catch a breath? So catching a breath is what one does these days. Call it reflection and introspection, if you will.

R Ashwin is considered something of an intellectual in the sport of cricket. The other day I happened to come across an interview in which he says we take sport too seriously. That is the large scheme of things, there are other far more important matters. That sports should be seen in a wider perspective and given a place that is not out of proportion.

That took me back by several years. To 1980 to be precise when India and England were playing the golden jubilee test. Bob Taylor was given out by the umpire but the Indian captain Gundappa Viswanath thought otherwise and insisted that he was recalled. The rest, as they say, is history. Now Viswanath himself was not an also-ran by any means. Not quite an intellectual like Ashwin, but a batting genius all the same and a giant of a human being.

We can debate the relative value of intellectuals and good human beings to society but that is not the point of my musing, although, I do believe that the world needs several-fold more good human beings than intellectuals.

Back to the point, I was closing in on.
There were curses and kudos for Viswanath. In the midst of all that, the legendary commentator Jasdev Singh made a very poignant remark - Viswanath gave away the game but kept alive the spirit to promote which sporting events are organized in the first place. Now, what is this spirit that Jasdev was referring to? Fairness? Justice? Healthy competition? Honesty? Integrity? But then, are those, not the values the world should be guided by anyway? Would the world not do well to adopt those values in wider life? Would you still say we take sports too seriously? Just reflecting.

Meanwhile, you all stay in and be safe, the principles of which are well-known by now - social distancing and hand hygiene. And don’t ignore your other health issues. It may be months before normalcy is restored. Your medical condition can get worse in the interim. You may think I am encouraging you to visit a hospital and risk being turned down for lack of capacity or catching an infection. I am not. I am asking you to think of an alternative way of seeking medical help. Have you considered telemedicine? Online consultation with a specialist anywhere in the world? Have you heard of www.secondmedic.com? That’s where we are.

Dr. Vibhash Mishra
Chief Medical Officer Second Medic Inc

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Women’s Digital Health India: How SecondMedic Is Empowering Women Through Technology and Preventive Care

Healthcare is entering a new era - and women are at its forefront.
From reproductive care to mental wellness, digital healthcare platforms are giving women the freedom to manage their health on their terms.

Leading this revolution in India is SecondMedic, a platform that combines AI, telemedicine, and preventive health analytics to redefine women’s digital healthcare.

Why Women’s Digital Health Matters in India

Women’s health in India has long been underserved - especially in rural and semi-urban areas.
Limited access to specialists, lack of awareness, and cultural barriers have often delayed care.

According to NITI Aayog (2024), only 37% of Indian women receive timely preventive health screenings, while mental health and reproductive issues remain underdiagnosed.

Digital health platforms like SecondMedic are closing these gaps by providing affordable, private, and continuous care through mobile apps and teleconsultations.

How SecondMedic Is Revolutionizing Women’s Digital Health

1. Reproductive and Fertility Care

AI-based menstrual and fertility tracking helps women monitor cycles, predict ovulation, and understand hormonal health.
SecondMedic’s digital gynecology consultations provide expert guidance on PCOS, endometriosis, pregnancy planning, and menopause - all from home.

2. Mental and Emotional Wellness

SecondMedic integrates mental wellness tools designed specifically for women.
Users can access AI-guided stress tracking, therapy sessions, and mindfulness programs addressing anxiety, postpartum depression, and work-life balance.

3. Preventive Health Screenings

With AI analytics and digital diagnostics, the platform identifies early signs of diseases like thyroid imbalance, anemia, diabetes, and heart risk, providing actionable insights for timely intervention.

4. Virtual Gynecology & Nutrition Support

Women can consult gynecologists, dietitians, and endocrinologists through secure video sessions. Personalized nutrition and lifestyle guidance enhance hormonal balance and reproductive health.

5. Maternal & Postnatal Care

Digital prenatal monitoring ensures safer pregnancies through scheduled check-ins, symptom logs, and remote fetal health updates.
Postpartum mothers can access lactation and emotional support digitally - ensuring continuity of care.

Technology Behind the Platform

SecondMedic’s digital health ecosystem combines:

AI Predictive Models - Detect risk patterns early through data analytics.
Blockchain Data Security - Protect sensitive women’s health data from unauthorized access.
ABDM Integration - Seamless interoperability with India’s national digital health framework.
Multilingual Interface - Accessibility for women across urban and rural India.

This combination ensures care that is smart, inclusive, and secure.

Women’s Digital Health: Market Growth in India

The women’s digital healthcare market is one of the fastest-growing sectors in India.
According to IMARC Group (2025), the market is projected to surpass USD 1.2 billion by 2028, fueled by smartphone adoption, telemedicine expansion, and the rise of AI in healthcare.

Government initiatives like Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) and National Health Policy 2024 are encouraging digital innovation in women’s preventive and reproductive health.

Breaking Barriers: Rural Women and Digital Access

India’s rural women are now accessing digital healthcare like never before.
With the spread of BharatNet broadband and affordable smartphones, SecondMedic has expanded its reach through rural telehealth kiosks and community wellness partnerships.

This ensures that women in remote villages can connect with gynecologists and mental health counselors - without travel or stigma.

Benefits of Women’s Digital Health with SecondMedic

Personalized Health Insights - AI understands each woman’s unique health profile.
Accessible Expert Care - Online specialists across gynecology, mental health, and fitness.
Privacy & Comfort - Confidential, home-based consultations.
Preventive Health Tracking - Detect risks early through smart dashboards.
Empowerment Through Education - Digital content on reproductive and emotional wellness.

Challenges and Opportunities

Despite rapid growth, challenges include digital literacy, affordability, and cultural hesitation.
However, SecondMedic’s women-centric design - multilingual support, secure data handling, and doctor-led education - is overcoming these barriers effectively.

The opportunity ahead is massive:
By 2030, one in three healthcare interactions in India will be digital, and women’s health will drive much of that growth.

The Future: AI and Women’s Preventive Health

AI’s role in women’s health will continue to expand.
From predicting gestational diabetes to monitoring hormone cycles, AI empowers women to take control of their health before symptoms even appear.

SecondMedic is working toward AI-based preventive health passports - digital profiles that track reproductive, mental, and physical well-being across all life stages.

Conclusion

Women’s health is the cornerstone of a healthy nation.
Through its digital ecosystem, SecondMedic is ensuring that every woman - from cities to villages - has access to personalized, preventive, and compassionate care.

Technology may power it, but empathy drives it.
Together, they’re redefining women’s wellness for a new digital era.

Experience women’s digital healthcare with www.secondmedic.com

References

NITI Aayog - National Health Policy Report 2024
IMARC Group - Women’s Digital Health Market India 2025-2028
ABDM - Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission - https://abdm.gov.in
FICCI-EY - Women’s Health and Tech Report India 2024

Statista - Digital Healthcare Adoption by Women in India 2025

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