Bhubaneswar, Jul 8: In a significant development, the Odisha government is set to deploy Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology for monitoring the health of pregnant women across the state. The new AI-powered health monitoring kit will be used from pregnancy to delivery to monitor various health parameters.
The Rayagada district, which has been struggling with high maternal and infant mortality rates, will be the first to pilot this initiative. This move is part of the government's efforts to reduce maternal and child mortality rates. If successful, the AI kit will be expanded to other districts across Odisha.
The AI-powered health monitoring kit will enable timely intervention, ensuring pregnant women receive adequate medical care.
The Pregnancy Monitoring Kit, which was successfully tested earlier, uses AI to identify any potential issues during pregnancy. Previously, many pregnant women faced long waits in clinics, standing for hours due to limited medical staff, which delayed treatment. However, with AI, women will now receive timely care, ensuring no delays in their medical needs.
Local authorities are optimistic about the technology. They believe that with the AI system, pregnant women will get medical attention at the right time, even in areas with a shortage of doctors or nurses.
Additionally, ASHA workers will be trained to use smartphones to collect health data from pregnant women. This data will be transmitted to healthcare professionals via software, helping them monitor the pregnancy in real-time.
The AI kit will also monitor the physical and mental development of the unborn child from the early stages of pregnancy to delivery. If any issues arise, it will alert healthcare providers for immediate intervention.
The project has been well-received by both local residents and health authorities, and its success will determine the next steps for widespread implementation in Odisha. The Rayagada district is hopeful that this AI-driven healthcare solution will significantly reduce maternal and infant deaths in the region.
