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ArticlesArticlesDigital transformation in healthcare is the step-change improvement of operations and clinical care services leveraging digital technology. But thinking of it as just going paperless or inputting information into an electronic medical record grossly underestimates its potential to transform care.
When people access services online – whether news, streaming media, banking or shopping – they expect these services to recognise their digital identities and tailor their offerings according. Many people expect their health services to work similarly. Some people think they already do, but in most places, that’s not yet the case.
You could say that healthcare is behind the curve for digitisation compared to other industries. But with patient safety of the utmost importance, the adoption of digital systems is not only about taking advantage of the benefits but also weighing up and countering any associated risks.
The article examines the ethics of cloning and reproductive manipulation, highlighting their potential to prevent genetic disorders and advance medicine. It stresses the need for responsible use, regulation, and ethical standards to ensure these technologies benefit individuals while upholding societal values. The piece ultimately calls for a cautious approach that respects human dignity and promotes healthy futures for families.
When we think about health, many of us focus only on treating illnesses once they appear. But the truth is, most serious health problems can be prevented—or at least delayed—by taking small, consistent steps every day. This approach is called preventive health, and it’s one of the most powerful ways to live a longer, healthier life.
When we think about health, the heart and brain usually come to mind first. But did you know your gut plays a crucial role in your overall well-being? Often called the “second brain,” the gut is home to trillions of microorganisms—collectively known as the gut microbiome—that influence everything from digestion to mental health.
For the first time, the World Health Organization has officially listed the Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare/Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (MHLW/PMDA) of Japan, Health Canada, and the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) of the UK as the new WHO-listed authorities (WLAs), a status that is granted to national authorities that meet the highest international regulatory benchmarks when it comes to medical products.
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Freeing up resources with healthcare cloud integration involves shifting data storage, applications, and system infrastructure from traditional on-premise setups to secure, scalable cloud platforms. By doing so, healthcare organizations can:
Accessible design, design for neurodiversity, inclusive design – these are not new terms, but seeing these design concepts translate into reality in the built environment has been a long time coming, and is now climbing up the agenda. As this movement gathers momentum, Altro looks to how and why design for neurodiversity resonates so widely at this point in time, and talks to some of the people making a change by demanding the design community do better.
