Long COVID is significantly underreported across the globe
Researchers and advocates are trying to change that. Miles Griffis / The Sick Times. Image source: Pexels Key…
After three years of conflict, Sudan faces a deeper health crisis
Three years of war in Sudan have created the world’s largest humanitarian and displacement crisis, with devastating consequences…
Whistleblower sparks investigation into Health New Zealand’s medical scanning services
RNZ has reported extensively on districts struggling with technology and radiology workforce shortages. (File photo) Photo: 123rf A…
Americans ask AI for health care. Hospitals think the answer is more chatbots.
With many Americans turning to large language models for health advice, health systems around the country are eyeing…
Canada faces calls to rescind planned cuts to refugee healthcare scheme | Refugees News
Toronto, Canada – Rallies have been held across Canada urging the government to reverse planned cuts to a…
Streeting relaunches women’s health strategy to tackle ‘medical misogyny’ | NHS
Wes Streeting has vowed to stop women being “gaslit” by doctors as he relaunches the women’s health strategy…
Rakiura / Stewart Island residents face costly trips to mainland for healthcare
Shona Sangster says GP shortages on the mainland add to the pressure of Rakiura residents accessing healthcare. Photo…
IMDRF drafts framework on best practices for using AI in medical devices
(Source: iStock) The International Medical Device Regulators Forum (IMDRF) has released a draft technical document…
Ombudsman report into interaction between Queensland Health and boys with disabilities makes 13 recommendations
Queensland Health staff missed multiple opportunities — across 15 years — to report child safety concerns about two…
Medicare’s ACCESS chronic care pilot signs up 150 companies
Mario Aguilar covers technology in health care, including artificial intelligence, virtual reality, wearable devices, telehealth, and digital therapeutics.…
Oura and other wearables offer blood tests. Results may confuse patients : NPR
ismagilov/iStockphoto/Getty Images Lana McDonald, a 34-year-old teacher from Massachusetts, got an Oura Ring two years ago to track…
No, You’re Probably Not Dying. How to Stop Your Smartwatch Health Anxiety
It began as a headache, but by the end of the rabbit hole I fell down, I was…