Importance of intersectionality What is intersectionality? This relatively new term has to do with each individual’s unique experiences of discrimination and stigma, experiencing intersecting layers of oppression from different social identities. This could include race, sex, religion, and class. Why is this important in healthcare? On the patient’s side, people […]
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New robot technology improving cancer care
The installation of a new state-of-the-art surgical robot at University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust (UHNM) is benefiting cancer patients. The Denise Coates Foundation, through an £8.4 million gift, funded the £2 million robot as part of the charity’s support for the Trust’s cancer care. Over 340 major colorectal […]
Precision healthcare AI tools eyed by investors
Artificial intelligence and machine learning have the potential to revolutionise healthcare in general, but notably in the area of precision medicine. Precision medicine is frequently distinguished from the commonly used term “personalised medicine,” which merely refers to adapting therapies to the individual patient. Precision medicine, on the other hand, uses […]
Could virtual reality become an essential tool for healthcare education?
Virtual reality technology is fast evolving, allowing developers to build full 3D hospitals for teaching purposes. Ben Hargreaves examines how virtual reality headsets are being used to help educate both healthcare professionals and the general public in this article. The topic of digital healthcare solutions is becoming increasingly popular. Because […]
Cyber attacks on healthcare doubled in 2021, trend continues in 2022
As per recent analysis from Darktrace, cyber assaults against the health and social care sector in Australia increased in 2021 compared to data from 2020, and the industry is still the most attacked in Australia in 2022. ‘Early indication analysis,’ which looks at the breadcrumbs of prospective cyber-attacks at various […]
Data skills are vital for the healthcare industry
All sectors are being transformed by complex and ever-increasing amounts of data. Technology and data are totally transforming the way care is planned, administered, and monitored, not to mention the discovery of novel therapies and diagnosis methods, in the healthcare sector. The potential for improved patient outcomes and cost-effectiveness to […]
Taking care of healthcare
What is the reason for this? There are several reasons for this, but the most obvious is that Covid caused a significant delay in elective surgery, which is where hospital groups make the majority of their money. Last week, all three of South Africa’s (SA) hospital groups released reports, all […]
How data analytics and AI can enhance patient-first healthcare
Imagine a coffee shop barista receiving a request for 100 different drinks. They’ll most likely become anxious, make mistakes with orders, and spill milk all over the place. A robot barista capable of preparing 200 cups of coffee every hour supplemented a coffee shop’s workers in Japan. Instead of drink […]
The six key trends driving the future of digital healthcare
In 2022, the rate of technological change is influencing every industry, and healthcare is no exception. During the past two years of COVID-19, the world learned to adapt quickly, ushering in the rise of telehealth services, medical apps, and platforms. These tools allowed doctors to fulfill their duty of saving […]
Leveraging Technology To Enable Human Connections In Healthcare
COVID-19 amplified pain points for patients, providers and employees throughout the healthcare system. It has exposed gaps in supply chains, communications, clinician wellness and care delivery capabilities. The pandemic also illustrated more clearly than ever before the consequences of an environment in which providers and patients do not connect on […]
