Diagnostics is at the centre of healthcare; without it, doctors and physicians cannot offer treatment. But in emerging markets like Africa, where infrastructure is lacking and the doctor-to-patient ratio stands at staggering regular checkups are often considered an afterthought.
Healthtracka, Lagos-based health tech has raised $1.5 million in seed funding.
Dare-Johnson worked several years in the healthcare space before starting Healthtracka.
Dare-Johnson says while millions of Africans are guilty of personal health miscalculations, other factors contribute to irregular checkups such as waiting times and slow doctor consultations when present in a hospital.
Telemedicine usage in Africa has skyrocketed since the pandemic as it addresses some of these challenges discouraging patients from making routine checkups.