National Health Insurance Administration Partners with Google and Taipei Medical University to Launch Precision Diabetes Education
Taiwan has more than 8.5 million people living with chronic diseases, including about 3.2 million with diabetes. Long-term complications can significantly affect health and quality of life. To help people better understand their health risks, the National Health Insurance Administration (NHIA) has partnered with Taipei Medical University and Google to launch a “Diabetes Risk Assessment and Intelligent Health Education” program at the “Google Taiwan 20th Anniversary – AI Leading Smart Health” event.The program works with the National Health Research Institutes and four major diabetes professional associations to develop a locally representative diabetes risk assessment model. Field verification has been carried out in 40 clinics across Taiwan, including both urban and rural areas, ensuring the system can serve people in different regions.Through the AI system, people can view their personal diabetes risk level in the “My Health Bank” platform and receive clear health education reminders, such as suggestions on diet, exercise, and daily blood sugar management. Doctors can also integrate the risk information into clinical care, helping patients take practical health actions in daily life.The NHIA noted that the project follows the principles of “data not leaving the agency” and minimal data usage to protect personal information. The system aims to help people recognize blood sugar risks earlier, improve lifestyle habits, and make health management easier and more reassuring.
