Recursion Pharmaceuticals has announced promising clinical data for its lead AI-derived drug candidate, REC-994, aimed at treating cerebral cavernous malformation (CCM). The findings were presented at the International Stroke Conference (ISC) in Los Angeles, marking a significant milestone in
In an era marked by rapid technological advancements, the healthcare industry is witnessing a significant transformation spurred by data science, providing enhanced insights and unparalleled efficiency. Over the past decade, data science has become instrumental in reshaping patient care, boosting
The Ministry of Health (MOH) in Malaysia is embarking on a significant digital transformation initiative by transitioning to off-the-shelf, cloud-based electronic medical record (EMR) systems for public hospitals and health clinics. This move, as disclosed by Dr. Mahesh Appannan, the director of
The past decade has witnessed an unprecedented surge in the volume and variety of health data available to medical professionals. This explosion of data presents both significant challenges and promising opportunities for the healthcare system. As medical practices grapple with integrating this
Artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare is revolutionizing the field, offering capabilities from diagnosing diseases to managing patient records. The technology's potential is vast, encompassing tasks such as categorizing brain tumors on MRIs, detecting diabetic retinopathy, and
The increasing complexity of managing patient privacy and consent has made it crucial for the healthcare system to develop advanced solutions to address these challenges. The Sequoia Project's Privacy and Consent Workgroup has tackled this issue head-on with a detailed whitepaper titled
In February 2024, an unexpected cyberattack at Change Healthcare exposed the personal data of nearly 200 million Americans, raising concerns about the security of healthcare information. Initially reported in October to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, this breach has been
MetroHealth, a Cleveland-based health system, embarked on a transformative journey to unify its imaging data systems. This initiative aimed to ensure that clinicians and patients could access images and corresponding reports anytime and anywhere. Dr. David Kaelber, MetroHealth’s Chief Health I
In February 2024, Change Healthcare encountered a massive ransomware attack, arguably the most significant healthcare data breach of the year. Initially estimating an impact on 100 million individuals, the company found out later that approximately 190 million people were affected. The magnitude of
The Middle East is currently undergoing a transformative phase in healthcare IT, positioning itself as a leading hub for digital health innovation. According to the 2025 Black Book of Global Healthcare IT, the region is making unprecedented strides in areas such as electronic health records (EHR),
