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Predictive risk scores: The future of AI in disease prevention and diagnosis

Sat, 26th Jul 2025
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AI-powered predictive risk scores are revolutionising disease prevention by enabling early detection and personalised health interventions before symptoms arise.
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Heidi raises USD $16.6m to ease clinician workloads

Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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Melbourne-based healthcare AI firm Heidi has raised USD $16.6 million to enhance its services, aiming to reduce clinicians' administrative burden and improve patient care.
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IWD 2024: How AI can help new mothers with their mental health

Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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New research reveals the undeniable potential of AI chatbots, like Wysa, to provide essential mental health support to expectant and new mothers.
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Advancing genomic sequencing and public health with digital infrastructures

Fri, 12th Aug 2022
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Advancements in genomic sequencing and digital infrastructure are revolutionizing healthcare and accelerating research and collaboration.
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Massive WHO scam busted - 'DarkPath Scammers' group suspected

Thu, 6th May 2021
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The scam campaign comprised a network of 134 websites that attempted to lure people in by asking them to take a survey for a monetary reward.
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WHO urges caution after emails, passwords stolen

Wed, 29th Apr 2020
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Approximately 450 active WHO email addresses and passwords, and emails belonging to others working on fighting COVID-19, were leaked on the internet.
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Google targets car safety

Mon, 11th Oct 2010
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Google is utilising its data centres to innovate car safety with self-driving technology, aiming to prevent traffic accidents, save time, and reduce emissions.