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
In recent years, health research has been undergoing two major, yet seemingly opposing, shifts: a deep dive into individual-centric medicine and a broadened focus on population-wide studies. On the individual level, advancements in genomics are driving the shift toward personalized medicine, where
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
Earlier this week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) unveiled its much-anticipated final guidance on predetermined change control plans (PCCPs) for devices incorporating artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) software. This guidance signifies a significant milestone in the
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 utilization of artificial intelligence (AI) in medical imaging is revolutionizing the way diseases are detected and diagnosed, providing groundbreaking opportunities to identify conditions beyond the primary purpose of the scans. A pioneering study led by researchers at NYU Langone Health has
