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Could medical imaging innovation be the catalyst for precision medicine?

We all have a unique face, fingerprint, voice, and signature, so why wouldn’t we have a unique response to the medicine and treatments we receive? Mark Hitchman, Managing Director at Canon Medical Systems UK, explores this question.

Budgeting for better care: Local authorities and technology-enabled care solutions

Richard Keyse, CEO and Founder of 2iC-Care, outlines an action plan for local authorities to control care spending and optimise technology-enabled care.

Revolutionising reablement services: Sector-wide advancements reshaping healthcare

Chris Hornung, Managing Director of Public Sector at Totalmobile, highlights the collaborative efforts and technological advancements shaping the landscape of reablement services in the UK.

Prioritising osteoarthritis and improving patient care

Tracey Loftis, Head of Policy, Public Affairs and Engagement at Versus Arthritis, tells us about the prevalence and mental and physical impact of osteoarthritis and the measures needed to improve the provision of care.

Is there a link between air pollution and cardiovascular deaths?

The World Health Organization (WHO) has revealed that air pollution is significantly linked to mortality from cardiovascular diseases, with low-income countries taking the burden of its impact.

Transforming healthcare with innovative strategies

Collaborative solutions for a growing crisis are discussed here in this transforming healthcare focus by PHL Synaptik.

Uncovering the hidden causes of rickets: Vitamin D deficiency in industrial England

Researchers have shed new light on the prevalence of rickets in children during the Industrial Revolution.

Changing the lives of people with hereditary angioedema through gene editing therapy

The lives of those who live with hereditary angioedema, a rare genetic disorder causing severe and unpredictable swelling attacks, may be transformed.

NHS-driven evolution in healthcare management

Peter Williams, CEO of SMS Tech (Smart Manufacturing Solutions Technology), walks us through NHS-driven evolution in healthcare management, an aspect of adapting excellence.

Is radon exposure linked to increased stroke risk?

A recent study has revealed a concerning association between exposure to radon and an elevated risk of a stroke.

Engaging in music throughout life boosts brain health

The benefits of musical engagement on brain health in older adults have been unveiled.

Leveraging innovations in health tech to mitigate health care disparities

From desktops to laptops, smartphones to smartwatches, technology has come to play an increasingly central role in our lives, but what about health tech? And as the influence of technology has spread across industries, crucial sectors like education and healthcare have seen noticeable transformations.

Oral insulin delivery: A smarter solution for insulin management

Scientists have discovered a way to supply insulin to the body, which could benefit the lives of 425 people worldwide battling with diabetes.

Daily multivitamins slow cognitive ageing and prevent memory loss

The COcoa supplement and multivitamin outcomes study (COSMOS) revealed promising results in the fight against cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease.

Does video gaming put our hearing at risk?

Video gamers worldwide may be unknowingly putting themselves at risk of irreversible hearing loss and tinnitus.

Should the wider population be paying attention to their blood sugar levels?

Diabetes represents a huge burden on health systems and sufferers, but accurately monitoring blood sugar levels could help people to take control of their health before more serious issues come to light.

Inhealthcare: Creating services to help the NHS tackle the growing backlog of elective care

Bryn Sage, CEO of remote patient monitoring provider Inhealthcare, explains how the company’s digital health technology is helping to ease pressures across the NHS, reduce hospital admissions, and improve patients’ health outcomes.

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