Our Scans · (LF.3) Good Health and Well-being · Weekly Summary

In September 2015, 193 world leaders agreed to 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development. If these Goals are completed, it would mean an end to extreme poverty, inequality and climate change by 2030.
Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.

• [New] By 2035 more than US$1 tn of global healthcare spending is expected to pivot towards prevention, personalised care, home-based services and digital ecosystems. Bizclik Media Ltd
• [New] Patients of physicians who had high adherence rates to diabetes and heart failure medications had better health outcomes than patients of physicians with lower rates of adherence, suggesting adherence could be an indicator of quality of care. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] In 2026, the most successful deals will be the ones that seek to shape the future of healthcare, creating a more resilient, tech-enabled, affordable and patient-centred health system. Bizclik Media Ltd
• [New] Looking ahead to 2026, M&A is predicted to serve as a catalyst for business model reinvention across biopharma, medtech, health services and digital health. Bizclik Media Ltd
• [New] The introduction of biosimilars is anticipated to help lower the cost burden of biologics on the U.S. health care system, and may help expand access to biological medicines. Biosimilar Solutions
• [New] In 2026, ethical hackers with the ability to blend technical skills and critical thought, as well as moral reasoning, will be required to defend organizations against the emerging cyber threats. https://www.uscsinstitute.org/cybersecurity-insights/bl
• [New] Discussions will focus on ensuring that genomic data generation and use are scientifically robust, socially responsible, and responsive to local and global health priorities. Wellcome Connecting Science Courses and Conferences
• [New] As AMR continues to threaten health across species and ecosystems, the convergence of genomics and the One Health approach has become essential for developing effective responses. Wellcome Connecting Science Courses and Conferences
• [New] By 2028, AI-supported documentation is to be actively used in more than 70% of healthcare and nursing facilities to support the creation and structuring of documentation and to make data quality consistently available. Taylor Wessing
• [New] By 2030, more than 20 million insured persons are expected to register for active ePA use and benefit from at least seven structured use cases based on standardised health data. Taylor Wessing
• [New] The FDA hopes that phasing out animal testing will help reduce animal experimentation and enhance public health by providing safer and cheaper drugs that become available more quickly through a faster assessment process and lower R&D costs. / USA PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] The nonprofit organization ECRI identified the misuse of AI chatbots in healthcare as the #1 hazard for 2026. Nelson Advisors Blog
• [New] By 2026, the combination of enhanced physical capabilities and social AI will enable more natural and less intimidating interactions, paving the way for broader adoption in homes and healthcare facilities. Robot Magazine
• [New] In 2026, direct government funding will account for about 72% of total health spending, up from 56.8% in 2023. Myjoyonline
• [New] Developing a national health strategy for women, supporting more research on women and investing in the fem tech industry could make Canada a global leader. SenCanada
• [New] The use of digital health tools, including AI, will strengthen the Canadian economy and keep us competitive into the future. SenCanada
• [New] Better-connected health data is also expected to drive major efficiencies, with estimates suggesting $9.4 billion in annual savings from reduced duplication, fewer missed appointments and more effective use of resources. / Canada SenCanada
• [New] Switching the NHS vehicle fleet to electric will save the health service millions and help to decarbonise 460 million miles of travel each year. GOV.UK
• [New] 'Invest 2035' directs substantial funding toward areas like genomics, personalised medicine, and vaccine development, ensuring the UK stays at the forefront of healthcare innovation. Oboe
• [New] The health informatics segment is estimated to register a CAGR of 26.3% from 2025 to 2033. Market Data Forecast
• [New] By end user type, the healthcare and life sciences segment is expected to expand at the highest CAGR from 2026 to 2035. Precedence Research
• [New] Reducing waste in back-office and procurement functions could free up up $510 million, which could be re-invested back into patient care and government health targets, without reducing clinical staff. / New Zealand RNZ
• [New] Looking ahead to 2026, deal value and volume in the health services sector are predicted to continue steady growth as marketed assets improve in quality. JD Supra

Last updated: 09 March 2026