In planning models of care for patients with non-communicable diseases, differences and commonalities must be considered.

Involving patients in the clinical decision-making process is integral to providing individualised care and is promoted as a hallmark of good clinical practice.

The increasing adoption of augmented reality solutions on smart devices, pushed by major industry players, has resulted in promising implications for the enhancement of printed media.

The benefits of a strong doctor–patient relationship obtained through continuity of care should not be lost as our health system becomes more complex.