Tag: Infectious Diseases

Discover QolorEX, a revolutionary diagnostic platform that detects infectious diseases within just 13 minutes using nanotechnology and machine learning. The non-invasive all-in-one tool is accurate, low-cost and portable, making it ideal for communal environments such as hospitals, schools, and airports. Developed by researchers from McGill University, QolorEX has the potential to curb the spread of respiratory diseases globally and to provide early diagnoses that could save lives.

Nigeria has a high hepatitis B virus (HBV) prevalence rate of 9.5%. To combat this issue, researchers have developed an affordable, machine learning algorithm that aims to help classify HBV patients. By improving clinical decision-making, patient outcomes are enhanced. Early detection and treatment can have a significant impact on improving patients' quality of life and in reducing the overall prevalence of HBV in Nigeria.

. Explore the debate around Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare. Recent investments have made headlines, but healthcare professionals and organizations are divided on it's efficacy and safety vs. the risks it may present. Dr. Muiris Houston proposes a solution: AI and human physicians must work in tandem. Find out the pros & cons and survey results of 926 responders.