Tag: Diagnostics
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Computer Vision in Healthcare Set to Reshape the Industry: A 2034 Market Outlook
Overview: A Rapidly Expanding Frontier The computer vision in healthcare market is gaining momentum as AI-powered imaging, diagnostics, and clinical decision support systems become integral to modern medicine. Based on recent analyses, the market is projected to surge from a valuation of about USD 2.45 billion in 2024 to roughly USD 49.26 billion by 2034,…
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Computer Vision in Healthcare Market Surges: A 2034 Outlook
Market Overview The global computer vision in healthcare market is experiencing rapid expansion, with projections showing a leap from USD 2.45 billion in 2024 to about USD 49.26 billion by 2034. This translates to a robust compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 35.25%. The surge is driven by the increasing adoption of artificial intelligence…
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Sexually Transmitted Infections Are Becoming Untreatable and a New Study Shows Why
Introduction: A Growing STI Crisis in Nigeria and Beyond From a worsening trend in antimicrobial resistance (AMR) to gaps in diagnosis and regulation, sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are increasingly difficult to treat. A recent synthesis of global data, including the 2023–2024 Nigeria Demographic and Health Survey (NDHS) and the Impact Global Health report “Irresistible,” paints…
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Why Sexually Transmitted Infections Are Becoming Harder to Treat in Nigeria—and What the New Study Reveals
Key findings: STIs and antimicrobial resistance on the rise Across Nigeria, sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are not just more common than previously thought—they are becoming harder to treat. A synthesis of recent surveys and a global impact report highlights a worrying trend: improper antibiotic use and weak regulatory controls are accelerating antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in…
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AMR Alarm: Why Sexually Transmitted Infections Are Becoming Harder to Treat—and What Nigeria Can Do
STIs on the Rise: A Threat That Goes Beyond Individual Health In recent years, sexually transmitted infections (STIs) have moved from a clinical backdrop to a global public health alarm. A compelling narrative from Nigeria highlights a troubling pattern: patients like Emeka, who attempt self-treatment with broad-spectrum antibiotics, often fail to see improvement. This reluctance…
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New Google maps approach could revolutionise lung cancer treatment
A new map of lung cancer biology Researchers are proposing a “Google maps” style approach to cancer treatment, using artificial intelligence and spatial biology to chart non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) at a cell-by-cell level. In a study spanning 234 NSCLC patients across Australia, the United States and Europe, Associate Professor Arutha Kulasinghe from the…
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NUH and Siemens Team Up to Advance Ultrasound Diagnostics for Liver Disease
NUH and Siemens Collaborate to Advance Liver Disease Diagnostics The National University Hospital (NUH) has announced a collaborative research effort with Siemens Healthineers to study and develop ultrasound-based diagnostics for liver disease. The partnership brings together NUH’s clinical expertise and Siemens’ imaging technology to explore new ways to detect, characterize, and monitor liver conditions, including…
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NUH and Siemens Expand Ultrasound Tech to Revolutionize Liver Disease Diagnostics
NUH and Siemens Partner to Advance Ultrasound-Based Liver Diagnostics Hospitals in Singapore’s healthcare landscape are witnessing a significant collaboration as National University Hospital (NUH) teams up with Siemens Healthineers to study and develop next-generation ultrasound technologies focused on liver disease diagnostics. This partnership underscores a broader push toward non-invasive, accurate, and accessible liver imaging that…
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Blood test could diagnose chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS)
Breakthrough in diagnosing chronic fatigue syndrome A team of scientists from the University of East Anglia has announced a potential breakthrough in diagnosing chronic fatigue syndrome, also known as CFS or myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME). The researchers report that a blood test can identify the condition with an overall accuracy of 96%, marking a significant departure…
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Groundbreaking Blood Test for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Could Transform Diagnosis
Overview: A Potential Breakthrough in ME/CFS Diagnosis A team of researchers from the University of East Anglia has unveiled what they describe as the first-ever blood test capable of diagnosing chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME). The test demonstrates an overall accuracy of 96% in distinguishing people with ME/CFS from healthy…