February was a very busy month in the medical sector! Thankfully, we’ve got the highlights all in one place. Discover our monthly insights in the medical industry in the latest MedicalExpo e-Magazine.
ONCOFOOD: Innovative Food Solutions for Cancer Patients
A pioneering European food project is focusing on developing a new range of foods to appeal to cancer patients suffering from swallowing problems and loss of taste. For patients experiencing dysphagia or temporarily requiring a soft diet, a broad range of 3D printed meals and snacks have even been developed. Read more.
Trust and Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare
What factors influence human trust in artificial intelligence (AI)? And how can trust in AI be optimized to improve medical decision-making and enhance patient outcomes? These are questions that need to be answered before AI can realize its full potential in the healthcare workspace, as experts explained during a conference session at Virtual CES 2021. Check it out here.
Will the Rise of Telemedicine Continue Post-Covid?
The meteoric rise of telemedicine has been instrumental in maintaining healthcare throughout the pandemic, but whether demand will continue to grow post-Covid remains to be seen. Conference sessions at this year’s Virtual CES 2021 discussed the longevity of telecare and its role in filling the gap left by overwhelmed healthcare professionals after the pandemic. Learn more.
Starting with Sports: the Future of the Digital Fitness Industry
Sports are a microcosm of the health and wellness market at large, with innovation across connected fitness, nutrition, monitoring and recovery technology being tested on the field of play. A webinar at the recent Virtual CES 2021 saw leading venture capitalists, start-ups and athlete-investors come together to explore the future of the booming digital fitness industry.
Vitamin C, Vitamin D and Zinc Could Help Fight Covid-19
Many nutrients and elements influence the resilience of the human immune system. Among these, vitamin C, vitamin D and zinc stand out as some of the most important, with immunomodulatory functions as well as a role in maintaining epithelial and endothelial barriers, including lung tissue. With the Covid-19 pandemic currently showing no signs of abating, there has been much speculation about whether they could play a role in both the prevention and treatment of the virus. Read the rest of the article.
Buying Guide: Choosing the Right X-Ray Protective Clothing
What are the different types of X-ray protective clothing? What factors should be taken into account when choosing X-ray protective clothing? What materials are used for X-ray protective clothing? Why use X-ray protective clothing? Which parts of the body are the most radiosensitive? Find the answers in our buying guide.
