The UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) is currently testing a new robotic system called the CellQualia Intelligent Cell Processing System, which has the potential to revolutionize the production of stem cell-based therapeutics. Stem cells are valuable in medicine because they can replace damaged or lost cells due to diseases.
Healthcare and technology
Investing in Women’s Health: An Urgent Need
Women’s health has been neglected for far too long, and investing in women’s health is an investment, not a cost. The COVID-19 pandemic has disproportionately affected women’s health, making it crucial to prioritize women’s health and allocate resources to this critical area.
Towards Sustainable Healthcare: India’s Model of Affordable Medicine and Sanitary Pads
During the Jan Aushdhi Diwas 2023 event held in Dwarka, Delhi on Tuesday, Bhupender Yadav, the Indian Union Minister for Employment and Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, announced that over 9,000 Jan Aushadhi Kendras have been established across the nation under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Taking Healthcare to New Heights: Drones for Emergency Medicine Delivery
The Char Dham yatra, a pilgrimage that draws people from across India, is set to receive a boost in health support and emergency management infrastructure from the Indian government. Union Health Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya has announced plans for a three-layered healthcare system to be put in place for pilgrims.
Revolutionizing Healthcare: How AI is Helping Clinicians Save Time and Improve Patient Care
According to research, physicians spend an average of over 16 minutes per patient visit using electronic health records (EHRs). This can contribute to clinician burnout, which is currently at an all-time high. However, a healthcare software company based in San Francisco, Ambience Healthcare, has launched a new product to help reduce the burden of administrative tasks.
Designing for comfort and convenience: Smart homes for aging in place
As the population ages, there is a growing need for smart home technology that can make aging in place more comfortable and convenient. Smart homes designed for aging in place can improve the quality of life for seniors by making it easier for them to navigate their homes, communicate with loved ones and caregivers, and manage their health and wellness.
Innovation in chronic disease management: collaborative approaches to healthcare
Chronic diseases are conditions that persist over a long period and often require continuous medical care and management. Chronic diseases, such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and cancer, are responsible for more than 70% of deaths globally.
Digital health revolution: AI-powered solutions for personalized care
Digital health is an ever-evolving field that seeks to improve healthcare outcomes through the use of technology. The digital health revolution has been driven by advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, which have enabled the development of personalized, patient-centric solutions.
Unlocking the potential of telehealth: connecting rural patients with mental health services
Telehealth is rapidly gaining popularity as a means of delivering healthcare services, particularly in rural areas where access to healthcare is often limited. One area where telehealth is proving to be particularly effective is in the delivery of mental health services to rural patients.
Developing next-generation vaccine for Covid-19
In a step towards the next-generation vaccine for Covid-19, researchers at Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi have used the body’s own immune cells in developing a nano-vaccine unlike current vaccines that use synthetic materials to package and deliver antigens. Researchers said this approach could also be used for various other infectious diseases such as dengue.