Tag: Healthcare
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What the ISS’s first medical evacuation reveals about space healthcare
Introduction: A landmark in space medicine The recent medical evacuation from the International Space Station marks a historic moment in the era of continuous human presence in low Earth orbit. After 25 years of uninterrupted crewed operations, an astronaut required a rapid return to Earth for medical care. While the specifics of the individual case…
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UN Warns: Gaza Humanitarian Crisis Far From Over Three Months After Ceasefire
Three Months After Ceasefire, Relief Is Insufficient The United Nations and its partners have delivered substantial aid to the Gaza Strip in the wake of a ceasefire, but veteran aid workers say the relief effort is only a stopgap. Three months into the accord, residents face a fragile calm accompanied by ongoing shortages. While tonnes…
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Gaza humanitarian crisis far from over, UN warns after three months of ceasefire
UN warns the Gaza crisis is far from resolved The United Nations and its partners say they will need a sustained, long-term effort to avert a deeper humanitarian disaster in the Gaza Strip, three months into the ceasefire. While aid has surged and critical repairs have been completed, relief workers stress that these actions are…
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Remote robotic care expands access in rural Canada
Introduction: A new era of rural healthcare Imagine a high-stakes diagnostic or minor procedure happening without the clinician being physically present. For rural Canadians, this is increasingly becoming a reality thanks to remote-controlled robotic systems that can be operated over the internet. Doctors like Dr. Vitor Mendes Pereira are demonstrating that expert care can reach…
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Remote Robotic Procedures: Impact on Rural Canada
How remote robotic procedures are changing rural healthcare Across Canada’s vast landscape, access to specialized medical care has long meant long drives and lengthy wait times for many rural residents. Recent advances in telemedicine paired with remote-controlled robotic systems are beginning to shift that reality. Doctors can perform critical diagnostic tests and even guided procedures…
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Rare transplant saves a young mom after a head-on crash
How a family road trip turned into a life-or-death moment On March 19, 2024, what began as a joyful family trip to the Grand Canyon for Lacy Cornelius Boyd, her husband, and their six-year-old daughter became a life-changing event. The family planned a routine stop at McDonald’s before continuing their scenic drive. But a head-on…
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Sectors to Watch in Malaysia 2026: Executing the 13th Plan and Visit Malaysia 2026
Overview: Malaysia’s 2026 Turning Point With the planning phase of Malaysia’s national blueprints now concluded, 2026 marks a pivotal year for execution. The launch of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) alongside the Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign signals a push from policy design to on-the-ground delivery. The focus is on translating strategic objectives into tangible outcomes…
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Quantum tools set to transform life science, researchers say
Quantum tools poised to redefine life science Researchers from Japan’s National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology (QST) have published a field-defining Perspective that centers the societal payoff of quantum technologies. The authors argue that quantum tools can accelerate multiple stages of life science—from early disease detection to expedited drug development—while also enabling new diagnostic…
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Identity of Brisbane surgeons embroiled in kickback investigation revealed
Key details of the probe Two Brisbane surgeons have become the focal point of a kickback investigation that has captured the attention of the local medical community and the public. While authorities have not disclosed every detail, government officials and investigative reporters have confirmed that the probe centers on allegations of improper payments tied to…
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Why Flu Is Hitting Hard This Year: What the Mutated Variant Means for You
Why this flu season feels worse than usual Across multiple countries, health systems are seeing a surge in influenza cases that’s more intense than recent years. Hospitals report higher numbers of admissions, more severe symptoms, and longer recovery times. While flu is a familiar annual threat, a combination of a highly mutated variant and gaps…