Described as a diagnostic imaging technique primarily used to visualize viscera & other internal structures in the body, ultrasonography utilizes the properties of sound Ultrasonography (US) is an integral modality in healthcare in general but even more so in emergency care. This technology has become a pivotal part of the care that is administered to patients who are admitted for emergency care. Over the past few decades there has been an exponential increase in the use of ultrasonography which has…

Hemopurifier by Aethlon Medical aims to eliminate diseases such as Ebola and HIV Infectious diseases are disorders caused by organisations such as bacteria, virus, fungi or parasites. Many organisations live in or on our bodies. They can be harmful or harmless, but under certain conditions, some organisms may cause diseases. Some infectious diseases can be passed person to person; some are transmitted from insects or animals. And other are acquired by ingesting contaminated food or water or by being exposed…

An insulin pump is a small device about the size of a small cell phone that is worn externally and delivers precise doses of rapid-acting insulin to closely match the body's needs Diabetes is one of the world's most dire healthcare challenges on which your life and death depends upon. This is driven mainly by urbanization, ageing population and unhealthy lifestyle. One of the main risk factors include obesity. However up to 70 per cent of type 2 diabetes cases…

Middle East consumers are ready to embrace AI and robots for their healthcare requirements, a recent PwC report remarks Will artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics in medicine replace the human clinician? Not yet, but healthcare is changing and the public is ready. According to a PwC study, a majority of consumers are willing to receive care from these advanced technologies, which have the potential to transform healthcare delivery to make it better, faster and more accessible for all. The findings…

Most patients in the GCC believe not enough is being done to improve patient experience, claims new EY report Consumers across the GCC are no longer satisfied with healthcare providers just meeting their basic physical needs and 85 per cent of respondents in the EY Report 'What is the cure for a better patient experience in the GCC?' believe not enough is being done to improve patient experience. Furthermore, 38 per cent of those surveyed have trust in their local…