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Precision Medicine
How we can make gene therapies available to all
Gene therapies can cure incurable diseases, such as sickle cell disease, but treatment costs and lack of in-country manufacturing are slowing progress.
Global Health
What is tuberculosis and why are deaths rising?
Dr. Tereze Kasaeva, Director of the WHO's Global Tuberculosis Programme, explains what TB is and why Tuberculosis deaths are on the rise.
Future of Health and Healthcare
Needle-free injections could become a reality, thanks to lasers and the 'bubble gun'
Researchers in the Netherlands are developing the 'Bubble Gun' which uses laser technology to deliver 'virtually painless injections'.
Future of Health and Healthcare
What are the benefits of genetic testing? Experts explain
A paper entitled 'The Economic Analysis of the Value of Genetic Testing' has been released, containing contributions from genomics experts worldwide.
Future of Health and Healthcare
Why eye care is key to an active, healthy life
The occurence of eye diseases increases as the world population ages and lifestyles change. This is important because eye health affects quality of life and has economic and social conseq...
Global Health
This one simple lifestyle change could help prevent diabetes and other deadly diseases, according to a new study
A new study has discovered that standing up during long periods of sitting can reduce the chances of developing type 2 diabetes, even if someone is overweight.
Future of Health and Healthcare
Non-communicable diseases are a global killer. Here's how to get help to those who need it
In partnership with Access Accelerated, the World Bank is working with more than 30 countries to increase their understanding of NCDs and develop better strategies.
Artificial Intelligence
Scientists used AI to create smarter health records and improve patient care
Researchers at MIT and the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center are using machine learning and human-computer interaction to create a better EHR.
Ageing and Longevity
Want to live a long, healthy life? 6 secrets from Japan’s oldest people
As Japan reports a record number of centenarians, Dr Bradley Wilcox explains the secrets of some of the country’s oldest people: the Okinawans.
Future of Health and Healthcare
How digital equality could boost heart health
Heart health equity contributes to a thriving society. By optimising digital healthcare, new online tools can help to monitor and manage our heart health.
Future of Health and Healthcare
Why 'telehealth' for mental health patients seems to be working
While telehealth comes with challenges such as lack of 'in person' cues, it provides another means of connecting with patients.
Emerging Technologies
This mini-CRISPR is like a tiny Swiss Army knife
Bioengineers have repurposed a “non-working” CRISPR system to make a smaller version of the genome engineering tool.
SDIS2021
What is health equity – and why does it matter to business?
We are far from achieving health equity. The private sector has an important role to play in addressing health inequities and the root causes of them.
SDIS2021
SDIS21: Healthy Futures - What are the challenges in making healthcare more sustainable?
COVID-19 set us back on many SDG 3 targets. As we start to recover, we must focus on universal health coverage and the health impacts of climate change.
Global Health
How digital technologies can address 5 sources of health inequity
From improving access to health information to aiding better representation in health systems and services, here's how digital can help close health gaps.