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Concerns rise about overuse of social media as kids return to school

As students prepare to re-enter school, two prominent concerns loom larger in parents' minds: the pervasive influence of overuse of social media and the internet on their children.
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Prioritising investment in UK digital connectivity

Elizabeth Anderson, Interim Chief Executive of Digital Poverty Alliance, explains the importance of prioritising investment in UK digital connectivity.
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The race to succeed AMLO: Mexico’s future hangs in the balance

With AMLO set to step down, many are looking to Mexico's future and asking who will be leading it. With polls suggesting a MORENA victory is inevitable, who are the candidates, and what do they stand for?
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Shocking study reveals COVID-19 linked to elevated blood pressure

A study in Hypertension highlights an association between COVID-19 and persistent high blood pressure, among specific demographics and people with preexisting health conditions.
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Latest abortion pill ruling rolls back FDA’s efforts to make the pill more accessible

The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that access to the abortion pill, Mifepristone, should be restricted potentially affecting countless women around the country.
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The 3 Ts for a more resilient society: Technology, trust and transparency

Accurate information and tools in crisis are vital for people and groups. Trust and transparency in tech bolster collaboration, aiding society's resilience and recovery during critical events.
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£250 million boosts NHS capacity with 900 new beds

In line with the Urgent and Emergency Care Recovery Plan, £250 million is designated to bolster NHS capacity, easing hospital strain and tackling waiting lists, a government priority.
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Ransomware targeting the NHS: securing data and saving lives

Being a vital public service and large employer, the NHS must protect the sensitive data of millions. Complex IT systems increase vulnerability to cybercriminals, including ransomware targeting the NHS.
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Remote monitoring technology for the NHS in the UK

Bryn Sage, CEO of Inhealthcare, provides a detailed and optimistic view of remote monitoring technology for the future of our health service.
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Powering up data for future public services

Data is the foundation for the next generation of public sector services. Civica’s Jeff Hewitt discusses how to make the most of this valuable asset.
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Improving menopause education in residency programs

Residency programs fail to prioritise menopause education despite the projected increase in postmenopausal women.
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How Japan prioritises preventative care

We discuss healthcare in Japan, from its early adoption of universal healthcare to its vision for a health system that is fit for the future.
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Enhancing patients and caregivers lives through digital health platforms

Digital health platforms offer vast potential for enhancing the lives of PD patients and caregivers. A study in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior emphasises their role in improving healthcare services.
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Investing in health will lead to a better and wealthier future

Dr Josep Figueras, Dr Matthias Wismar from European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies, with Dr Natasha Azzopardi Muscat from WHO/Europe, argue that investing in health will lead to a better and wealthier future.
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How can digital health apps reduce pressure on urgent care facilities?

Severe pressures are being experienced by UK hospitals. Looking at ways to free up hospital beds, could digital health apps be the answer?

Marcia Friesen – University of Manitoba

Marcia Friesen, P.Eng., Ph.D., FEC, FCAE received her undergraduate and graduate training at the University of Manitoba, Canada. She holds a doctorate in Biosystems Engineering. Currently, she is Dean of the Price Faculty of Engineering and the NSERC Chair in Design Engineering. From 2003 to 2017 she served as Director...
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Suicidal thoughts in teens linked to headaches & bullying

Suicidal thoughts in teens have concerning connections to frequent headaches and bullying, as revealed in a study published in Neurology.
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Machine learning identifies physical signs of stroke

Researchers presented a groundbreaking app at the Society of NeuroInterventional Surgery's 20th Annual Meeting, using machine learning to detect physical signs of stroke.
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£2 billion NHS digitisation implementation delayed by a year

The NHS digitisation initiative, forecast to deliver £29.8 billion in benefits, has been moved from amber to red on the traffic-light system used by the IPA as trusts struggle to keep up.
Mizaic Limited

Revolutionising the clinician to patient experience with a scalable digital library

Mizaic is a healthtech specialist that helps NHS Trusts develop scalable and searchable digital library databases through innovative technology to better the clinician to patient experience.

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