The year 2024 has been a tumultuous one for Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora's Data & Digital division, with the organization grappling with numerous challenges ranging from significant budget cuts to leadership upheavals. These issues have hindered the much-needed advancements in the country's
Harnessing the power of artificial intelligence (AI), researchers have unlocked the potential of whole-body magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to predict health risks, paving the way for smarter, personalized prevention strategies. This breakthrough is highlighted in a recent study published in the
The COVID-19 pandemic brought unprecedented challenges to educational systems worldwide, and Maine was no exception. When schools closed in March 2020, the Maine Department of Education (DOE) quickly recognized the need to address the mental health of both students and educators. This article
Clinical research has long been a cornerstone of advancing medical science, characterized by a significant historical trajectory. Over decades, its momentum has increased with the advent of new knowledge and technologies, enabling the development of improved therapeutics. From the discoveries in
Laboratory automation is transforming the healthcare sector by enhancing precision, efficiency, and scalability in diagnostic and research processes. As the need to reduce human error and improve accuracy grows, the demand for advanced technological solutions continues to rise. Additionally, an
The study conducted by Linda Lindström and her team at Karolinska Institutet delves into the significant role menopausal status plays in the long-term efficacy of tamoxifen, an anti-hormonal treatment for estrogen-sensitive breast cancer. Published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute
Imagine the potential to unlock the secrets of how our bodies maintain health and prevent disease by understanding how stem cells perceive and adapt to their environment. This quest has driven researchers from The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) and Institut Curie to conduct an extensive
The recent research focusing on the safety of anti-seizure medications during pregnancy provides new insights that are crucial for expectant mothers. The study, led by Stanford Medicine and published in JAMA Neurology, evaluates the long-term effects of lamotrigine and levetiracetam on children
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a common condition characterized by chronic symptoms such as heartburn resulting from the regurgitation of stomach contents. If left untreated, GERD can lead to Barrett’s esophagus, a condition where the lining of the lower esophagus changes, increasing the
Gene therapy has made remarkable strides in recent years, with 20 approved indications in the United States and a record number of approvals in 2023. Investigational trials are rapidly increasing across various diseases, including hemophilia B, sickle cell disease, and Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
