Wearables measure a range of useful data – but are they missing the full picture?
Will Hicks and Louise Thomas We've entered an age of personal physiology. Wearables track our heart rate, sleep and VO2...
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What the world can learn from the Middle East’s wellness vision
Across the region, countries are aligning national visions with real investment in health, longevity, and quality of life.
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Stealth to Health: Medical innovation to combat silent killers
The future of healthcare is shifting towards decentralized, preventive care, leveraging AI to anticipate risks and improve long-term health outcomes,...
- Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death worldwide, developing silently without symptoms, making early detection crucial, Kevin Choi tells TRENDS
- Our AI models can predict the risk of cardiovascular diseases based on retinal photographs, unlocking new possibilities for non-invasive diagnostics, he adds
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GCC healthcare: Transforming the region and impacting the world
PwC forecasts that AI could contribute US$320 billion to Middle Eastern economies by 2030, with healthcare predicted to see some...
- At the heart of this transformation is the adoption of advanced technologies like Artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, genomic medicine
- Saudi Arabia exemplifies this technological shift through its National AI Strategy 2031, which integrates AI into healthcare and other sectors
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The future is already here
Humanity is on a tech-fueled trajectory. Data and informed predictions are inspiring, showing how AI is reshaping economies, smart cities...
- The global travel and tourism industry is projected to contribute over $15 trillion annually to the world economy by 2030.
- By 2035, 60% of the city traffic and emissions can be reduced thanks to shared autonomous electric vehicles.
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Trump’s aid freeze could cause millions more AIDS deaths: UN agency
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia - President Donald Trump's decision to suspend US overseas funding could result in millions more deaths from AIDS,...
- The United States is the world's largest provider of official development assistance, with most funds directed through the United States Agency for International Development
- Trump ordered the bulk of US foreign assistance to be frozen for three months on returning to office in January, leaving global humanitarians scrambling to deal with the fallout
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UNFPA and corporate partners drive reproductive justice in workplaces
Mariarosa Cutillo, UNFPA Chief of the Private Sector and Civil Society Branch, says businesses need to provide adequate maternal health...
- UNFPA emphasizes that corporate strategies can empower vulnerable communities, particularly women, by driving positive change in workplaces, Cutillo said
- UNFPA's presence in 150 countries allows us to work with women and implement these targeted initiatives effectively, she added.
Closing the women’s health gap a boon for the global economy
Closing the women’s health gap is a US$1 trillion opportunity to improve lives and economies, the WEF and McKinsey Health Institute...
- Closing the women’s health gap could yield 75 million disability-adjusted life years annually
- No single database comprehensively tracks the use and distribution of medications or medication quality
Improving healthcare in the intelligent age requires cultural change and collaboration
Leaders can utilize AI tools to streamline this challenging process by efficiently identifying individuals who are qualified matches to participate...
- Embracing the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare demands a mindset shift, prioritizing collaboration, openness and willingness to transform outdated workflows
- Collaborative models such as federated learning and open datasets foster innovation while addressing privacy concerns, paving the way for a regenerative healthcare ecosystem
Saudi Arabia to host largest health event with global participation on Oct 21-23
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Saudi Arabia is preparing to host the seventh edition of the Global Health Forum under the...
- As one of the three most attended and fastest-growing health forums globally, the event will focus on raising health awareness and encouraging people to invest in their well-being
- Major investment launches and agreements are expected to be announced, with a dedicated exhibition showcasing individual and business health advancements
Global fears spread about Mpox- How worried should you be?
The World Health Organization (WHO) regional director for Europe warned on Thursday that Mpox could spread to other countries after...
- Sweden reported the first case of the more contagious variant of Mpox outside of Africa
- The virus seems to be spreading quickly and little is known about it
Saudi king treated for lung infection: statement
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - Saudi Arabia's King Salman has a lung infection and is undergoing a treatment programme involving antibiotics, the...
- Earlier in the day, the Royal Court said King Salman was suffering from "high temperature" and would undergo medical tests at Al-Salam Palace in Jeddah
- It was the second time in less than a month that the Saudi government had commented publicly about the 88-year-old king's health
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Wearables measure a range of useful data – but are they missing the full picture?
Will Hicks and Louise Thomas We've entered an age of personal physiology. Wearables track our heart rate, sleep and VO2...
Analysis
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WHO adopts landmark pandemic agreement after over 3 years of negotiations
Geneva, Switzerland - The World Health Organization's member states on Tuesday adopted a landmark Pandemic Agreement on tackling future health...
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The US towns that took on ‘forever chemical’ giants — and won
Washington, United States -- No corner of Earth is untouched. From Tibet to Antarctica, so-called "forever chemicals" have seeped into...
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AI tool selfies predict biological age, cancer survival
FaceAge, a deep learning algorithm described Thursday in The Lancet Digital Health, converts a simple headshot into a number that...
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Cat sole survivor of 115-meter fall at Bryce Canyon National Park
Los Angeles, United States - A cat that fell alongside a couple into a 115-meter-high canyon was the only survivor...
- The feline "was found in a black soft-sided carrier that was dirty and torn, but seemed to have weathered the fall fairly well," the Best Friends Animal Society said
- It added that cat's bloodwork showed no signs of abnormality but that staff was awaiting x-rays to determine whether there were any other injuries
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AI companions present risks for young users, US watchdog warns
New York, United States -- AI companions powered by generative artificial intelligence present real risks and should be banned for...
- The watchdog, Common Sense, tested several of these platforms, namely Nomi, Character AI, and Replika, to assess their responses.
- While some specific cases "show promise," they are not safe for kids, concluded the organization, which makes recommendations on children's use of technological content.
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Abu Dhabi launches $500mn maternal health fund for Africa
Nairobi, Kenya -- A $500-million fund aimed at improving maternal and neonatal health in sub-Saharan Africa was launched Tuesday in...
- The Beginnings Fund brings together philanthropists including the Gates Foundation and the Mohamed bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity, run by the UAE president.
- It set a deadline of 2030 to reach the $500-million target and has already reached $450 million in pledges, organizers said in a statement.