Tag: Virtual Reality
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Telethon 2025: Surgeons Train with Virtual Reality Goggles to Explore Hearts Before Surgery
VR Brings a New Dimension to Pediatric Heart Surgery In a bold step forward for congenital heart disease care, paediatric heart surgeons are donning virtual reality (VR) goggles to step inside the hearts of their tiniest patients. The Minerva project, a collaboration between Curtin University’s Hub for Immersive Visualisation and eResearch (HIVE) and Perth Children’s…
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Telethon 2025: Surgeons Don VR Goggles to Step Inside Hearts Before Surgery
Revolutionizing pediatric heart care with immersive tech In a groundbreaking collaboration, surgeons at Perth Children’s Hospital are stepping into the operating room of the future—before the first incision—using virtual reality (VR) goggles to explore a patient’s heart. This Telethon-funded initiative, a joint effort by Curtin University’s Hub for Immersive Visualisation and eResearch (HIVE) and the…
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Telethon 2025: Surgeons Use Virtual Reality Goggles to Step Inside Pediatric Hearts Before Surgery
Revolutionizing Pediatric Heart Surgery With Immersive Tech Telethon 2025 is spotlighting a bold leap in paediatric cardiac care: surgeons are donning virtual reality (VR) goggles to walk through a patient’s heart before operating. The innovative Minerva platform, a collaboration between Curtin University’s Hub for Immersive Visualisation and eResearch (HIVE) and Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH), blends…
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Improving Hand Hygiene Skills Using Virtual Reality: A Quasi-Experimental Study
Overview Hand hygiene remains one of the most effective defenses against health care–associated infections (HAIs). This quasi-experimental study investigates whether a brief virtual reality (VR) training program can rapidly improve correct hand hygiene execution among two key groups in Colombia: health care assistants (HCAs) and informal caregivers (ICs) of dependent patients. The goal was to…
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Improving Hand Hygiene Skills with Virtual Reality: A Colombian Quasi-Experimental Study
Overview and Purpose Hand hygiene is a cornerstone of infection prevention, yet adherence remains uneven across settings. This quasi-experimental study in Colombia evaluated whether a brief, virtual reality (VR) training program could rapidly improve correct hand hygiene execution among two key groups: health care assistants (HCAs) and informal caregivers (ICs) of dependent patients. The goal…
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Autistic Driving Simulation in the UK Boosts Independence
Introduction A BBC report highlights a new driving-simulation initiative in the United Kingdom that uses virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) to help autistic people learn to drive. The project is a collaboration between the University of Bath and the University of Exeter, led by researchers seeking to reduce anxiety and other barriers that…
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Lenovo Legion Glasses 2 Review: Immersive Gaming on the Go
Introduction to Lenovo Legion Glasses 2 The Lenovo Legion Glasses 2 have made waves in the portable gaming accessory market, introducing an immersive virtual screen experience. Designed primarily for on-the-go gamers, these glasses promise a substantial virtual display size of up to 126 inches and enhanced privacy, perfect for extended use outside the home. But…
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Lenovo Legion Glasses 2 Review: Big Screen on the Go, But Not for Everyone
Introduction to Lenovo Legion Glasses 2 Gaming on the go has surged in popularity, especially with the resurgence of portable consoles. Lenovo, known for its diverse range of tech products, has recently launched the second generation of its Legion Glasses. These glasses promise a virtual screen experience of up to 126 inches, providing full privacy…
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Meta’s Controversy: Kids Exposed to Adult Content in VR
Introduction to the Meta VR Controversy In a recent congressional testimony, two former Meta employees have raised serious allegations regarding the safety of children using Meta’s virtual reality (VR) products. The claims suggest that Meta’s VR environments may inadvertently expose children to explicit adult content, including nudity and sexual propositions. This revelation has sparked widespread…
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Meta’s Controversial VR Impact on Children: Former Employees Speak Out
Introduction In a startling revelation, two former Meta employees testified before Congress, claiming that the company’s virtual reality (VR) products have inadvertently exposed children to inappropriate adult content. This alarming allegation raises significant questions about the safety and oversight of technology aimed at younger audiences. Claims of Adult Content Exposure According to the former employees,…