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Ultra-processed food is causing a boom for obesity drug Ozempic

The seemingly inexorable rise in global obesity is being reflected in the sales of diabetes and weight-loss drugs. One example…
For pharma companies, the possibilities of green chemistry are huge

"Green" or “sustainable" chemistry has been gaining momentum since the 1990s. It is based on 12 principles, which include decreasing…
Digital twins: A new path to personalised medicine

Many healthcare professionals have long seen the potential of personalised medicine to revolutionise the industry by understanding patients’ unique needs…
How AI can help tackle the challenges of precision and personalised medicine

The classic one-size-fits-all method of treatment is changing to tailored ones that consider individual differences in genetics, lifestyle, and environment.…
How personalised medicine can revolutionise contraception

Across the world, there are 1.9 billion women of reproductive age. According to a 2021 study from the World Health…

The potential of 3D printing in drug development and delivery

3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing (AM), is the process of joining materials to make objects from three-dimensional model…
The lasting impacts of the pandemic on cybersecurity in healthcare

GlobalData predicts that global cybersecurity revenues across healthcare payors and providers will reach $11bn by 2027. On June 4 2024,…
The importance of AI in protecting hospitals from cyberattacks

Cyberattacks are especially dangerous when it comes to healthcare companies, as they collect and utilise sensitive patient data. For these…
The health risks of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are worse than we think

Research published by the British Medical Journal on 28 February 2024, has found that UPFs, including cereals, chocolate bars, and ready…
The evolving presence of AI in telemedicine for behavioural health

Telemedicine refers to the use of technology to provide healthcare services remotely and more efficiently, enabling patients to consult with…