Improving outcomes with connected health care
30 January, 2020 by Jonathan Stern, Regional Vice President of ANZ, MuleSoftDespite advances in medical devices and biotech, the health industry is battling a technology paradox: hidden behind cutting-edge medical breakthroughs are ailing IT systems.
Unlocking data's potential in health care
23 January, 2020 by Sharryn Napier, Vice President and Regional Director, ANZ at QlikProblems with availability and access to information are keeping healthcare organisations from effectively using their data to impact lives and improve patient care.
Traceability: a digitalised healthcare supply chain for the new decade
20 January, 2020 by Catherine Koetz, Industry Manager — Healthcare, GS1 Australia | Supplied by: GS1 AustraliaThe 'Digital Health' agenda is extremely full and it is often challenging to bridge the supply chain and clinical delivery within organisations or give thought to the necessity to support traceability.
Five healthtech trends set to shape health sector
16 January, 2020Increasing patient demands and a wave of technological innovation will force healthcare providers to redesign their service delivery methods in 2020.
DVT expert treats NASA astronaut from Earth
10 January, 2020In an astounding example of technology advancing health care, a blood clot in the jugular vein of an astronaut aboard the International Space Station (ISS) has been treated via telemedicine.
Govt pledges $7.5m for AI health research
18 December, 2019AI will be critical in transforming the future of health care through improved preventative, diagnostic and treatment approaches.
In 2020, health technology will empower patients
16 December, 2019 by Dr Simon Wallace*Consumerism is expected to play a key role in defining the future of healthcare technologies as patients demand transparency from their providers and the industry, says Dr Simon Wallace.
How AI can help prevent physician burnout
05 December, 2019 by Dr Simon Wallace* | Supplied by: Nuance CommunicationsAI is powering ambient clinical intelligence — it listens securely to clinician–patient conversations and provides assisted workflows, task and knowledge automation.
Partnership heralds tech and innovation in aged care
03 December, 2019The Living Better Lab is set to provide a platform for major initiatives that aim to improve the quality of life for older Australians.
Vanguard Wireless IoT cellular nurse call unit
02 December, 2019 | Supplied by: Vanguard Wireless Pty LtdVanguard Wireless' IoT cellular nurse call unit is designed for use in workspaces where a standard wireless nurse call system may not be suitable.
Transition to e-prescribing vital for national health
27 November, 2019 by Amy SarcevicThe healthcare sector should phase out paper prescriptions sooner rather than later, according to the Chair of the SHPA's Electronic Medications Management Leadership Committee, James Grant.
AI-driven app wins 2019 AIMed Shark Tank Innovator Award
21 November, 2019Theratrak's AI-driven app supports allied health clinicians to work collaboratively to create, monitor and track custom therapy programs for their clients.
Could a toilet monitor your health?
18 November, 2019A team of metabolism scientists at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the Morgridge Institute for Research are working to drive forward personalised medicine using the health information contained in urine.
Visualising mHealth in 2019
12 November, 2019Mobile devices are becoming an increasingly important part of modern healthcare delivery.
Ransomware attack on Vic hospitals exposes vulnerabilities
11 November, 2019 by James Bergl*Recent ransomware attacks serve as critical reminders of the fragmentation of health services in rural areas and the vulnerabilities within these networks that can be exploited.
