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Ascension Healthcare Network Disrupted by Cyberattack
2024 10 May
On Wednesday, the Ascension Healthcare Network disclosed a disturbance in its clinical operations attributed to a cybersecurity incident. The attack has affected Ascension's extensive network of 140 hospitals nationwide, including 14 in the Chicago region. Detecting anomalous activity on select technology networks, Ascension has promptly...Read more
NVIDIA's Journey From Gaming to Healthcare
2024 09 May
NVIDIA, primarily known for its groundbreaking GPUs in the gaming industry, has made significant strides in healthcare. While its foray into this sector might have initially caused confusion, the company has emerged as a key player, especially in the realm of AI-driven solutions. In recent years, NVIDIA has intensified its efforts, culminating...Read more
AlphaFold 3 by Google DeepMind Transforms Molecular Understanding
2024 09 May
A recent paper published in Nature introduces AlphaFold 3, a groundbreaking model that predicts the structure and interactions of molecules in cells with remarkable accuracy. It significantly improves over existing methods, particularly in predicting protein interactions with other molecules. AlphaFold 3 is anticipated to revolutionise biology...Read more
Growing Compatibility of Open Standards in Digital Health
2024 08 May
The digital health sector faces significant data challenges due to its fragmented nature, hindering effective collaboration and resulting in suboptimal care, inconsistent services, and financial waste. Despite the potential of interoperable data to address these issues, efforts have been inconsistent, leading to numerous incompatible standards....Read more
Gartner Identifies the Top Cybersecurity Trends for 2024
2024 08 May
When it comes to cybersecurity, there’s no single playbook to follow. However, looking to experts and analysts who spend their days laser-focused on the latest threats and trends can offer valuable direction. Generative AI (GenAI), unsecured employee behaviour, third-party risks, continuous threat exposure, boardroom communication gaps and identity-first...Read more
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Opportunities in Digital Transformation
2023 28 Nov
The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the digital transformation of health systems, prompting a shift in focus towards improving patient experiences and innovative forms of care delivery. Healthcare leaders are responsible for delivering improved, more effective care, but they face challenges in navigating the complexities of digitalisation. In this context,...Read more
Passion-Driven Employees Thanks to Robots and AI
2023 13 Nov
In today’s evolving workplace, robots and AI are reshaping jobs. While job displacement concerns exist, there’s a remarkable aspect: the potential for passionate employees. Automation of repetitive tasks not only enhances efficiency but also boosts job satisfaction. The benefits include positive interactions, happy employees, and more personalised...Read more
Unveiling Tomorrow: IT’s Pioneering Role in Revitalising Healthcare
2023 13 Nov
The integration of Information Technology (IT) in the healthcare sector is a beacon of transformation amidst modern challenges. This article illuminates the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Natural Language Processing (NLP), and low-code solutions in healthcare. By exploring real-world examples and statistics, we shed light...Read more
Signal-to-Noise Ratio in Medicine: Leveraging AI to Elevate Care & Job Satisfaction
2023 30 Oct
In today’s demanding and fast-paced medical environment, physicians are challenged by time constraints, information overload, and waning job satisfaction. Assistive AI technologies offer promising solutions to the signal-to-noise conundrum in medicine. Key Points The avalanche of clinical and administrative information demands a balance...Read more
Towards the European Electronic Health Record Exchange Format
2023 30 Oct
XpanDH Project Support and Risks of a Delayed Regulation on the EHDS This paper presents the journey towards the European Electronic Health Record Exchange Format (EEHRxF) as a process of standardisation as social actors in Europe accept how necessary it is for digital health interoperability to be a reality to reap the benefits of digital...Read more
