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Diagnosing dysphagia in COVID-19 with telemedicine
Clinicians who are diagnosing and treating dysphagia in COVID-19 patients should use telemedicine in order to reduce risk to themselves, say experts.
The COVID-19 pandemic...
COVID-19 pandemic risks global health infrastructure
A new report has found that the COVID-19 pandemic is putting health infrastructure around the world at risk.
The report, released by the non-profit Global...
Discover the UVC products and services helping to prevent HCAIs
Finsen Tech provides UVC products and services that contribute to the prevention and reduction of Healthcare-Associated Infections (HCAIs).
Finsen Tech deliver scientifically proven, cost effective,...
Confidence in AI for improving patient outcomes in endoscopy grows
A new survey has shown that gastroenterology clinicians strongly support AI in endoscopy to deliver improved outcomes for patients.
A survey of endoscopists, GI nurses,...
Alleviating radiology backlogs with Artificial Intelligence
Before the COVID-19 pandemic, a chronic shortage of imaging equipment and skilled radiologists meant that hospitals had been plagued with a growing patient backlog...
World first smart test revolutionises diagnosis of sleep disorders
An innovative new smart sensor has been designed that can help diagnose sleep disorders from the comfort of the bedroom.
The world’s first smart sleep...
Major breakthrough in genome sequencing can quicken cancer diagnosis
A major breakthrough in genome sequencing could lead to the quicker diagnosis of cancer and rare diseases.
Understanding human DNA sequences can inform scientists about...
Revolutionising the study of the cellular origins of disease
A breakthrough in microscopy and endoscopy is set to revolutionise how we study the cellular origin of diseases – advancing the field of precision...
The technology of COVID-19: unprecedented shifts in healthcare
Since its emergence at the end of 2019, the SARS-CoV-2 virus has had an unprecedented impact on people and economies the world over –...
A faster way to test bacteria for antibiotic resistance
Antibiotic and antimicrobial resistance is a huge threat to human health and now a team of scientists have developed a new device that can...
Improving access to gene and cell therapies for people with rare diseases
A new report has addressed challenges to accessing gene and cell therapies for people living with rare diseases.
EURORDIS-Rare Diseases Europe and the partners of the...
Combining machine learning and cell engineering for cancer therapies
Scientists are tackling the ‘Holy Grail’ of oncology by combing machine learning and cell engineering to create ‘living medicines’ that precisely target cancer tumours.
Scientists...
UK could transform cancer treatment with £20m boost for AI research
Top Artificial Intelligence innovators in the UK could help to transform the healthcare industry thanks to a £20m boost.
The Turing AI Acceleration Fellowships is...
Why we need Artificial Intelligence in healthcare now
In this article, Amy Molten, Paediatrician and the Director of Medicine for Buoy Health, an Artificial Intelligence-powered healthcare navigation platform, discusses the vital role...
Advancing understanding of TB and respiratory infections with lung-on-chip
An innovative ‘lung-on-chip’ is providing new insights into the body’s response to early tuberculosis infection and could provide a model for future research into...
A new measure in the fight against choking deaths with LifeVac
Have you ever said “It went down the wrong way” or “It went down the wrong hole” when eating or drinking? You would not...
AI in healthcare: navigating uncharted territory
David Le Penske, Director of Healthcare and Life Sciences, Digital Innovation, at Insight Enterprises, discusses the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare.
AI is...
Not all telehealth solutions are created equal
Just a year ago, teleconferencing was a tool almost exclusive to business users. Video added the personal touch that went beyond faceless phone calls...
Hospitals in England to receive funding for digital prescribing
The UK Government is providing £16m in funding to hospitals across England to introduce digital prescribing.
Patients and staff across 16 hospitals in England are...
Next Generation Telecare shortlisted for Global IoT Award
The Global Internet of Things (IoT) Awards has seen the Memo Next Generation Telecare suite from Alcuris shortlisted in the Connected Health and Wearable...