WA launches generative AI challenge to improve care delivery
23 October, 2023Western Australia is challenging innovators to look at generative artificial intelligence for ways to improve healthcare delivery.
Cross-border initiatives key to advancing digital health: policy forum
04 September, 2023Healthcare, industry and research professionals have cited the importance of international collaboration on new and disruptive technologies to advance digital health for citizens.
Generative AI in health care — how to support responsible deployment
22 August, 2023 by Sharon Hakkennes*, VP analyst at GartnerThe level of interest and adoption of generative AI within the Australian healthcare sector is increasing at a rapid rate.
Why the human factor is critical in digital transformation
07 August, 2023 by Emeline Ramos, Physician Executive, InterSystems Australia*Australia is seeing a wave of technological innovation that promises to increase productivity in health care amid staffing shortages and rising rates of burnout among health professionals.
New Footscray Hospital appoints NEC to drive digital transformation
02 August, 2023The new Footscray Hospital is being constructed by Multiplex and delivered by Plenary Health in partnership with the VHBA and Western Health.
Opinion: Australia must look to Canada for digital health best practice
12 July, 2023Australian governments should look to Canada as the template for how best to implement a successful digital health strategy, says Brad Porter, CEO, Orion Health.
More highlights revealed in countdown to MedInfo 2023
30 June, 2023The Australasian Institute of Digital Health is in the process of putting together the final touches for MedInfo 2023, with less than a week to go until the major digital health learning event begins on 8 July.
'Robo-glove' can help stroke patients relearn lost skills, music
29 June, 2023A prototype of a 'soft smart hand exoskeleton' or 'robo-glove' gives feedback to wearers who need to relearn tasks that require manual dexterity and coordination.
New digital health project to tackle chronic diseases
28 June, 2023A $13.7 million project to unlock digital health data on debilitating diseases could reduce hospitalisations, tackle complications and cut health costs.
AI disease detection, digital twin among 10 new projects to be trialled in WA
21 June, 2023Ten high-tech digital solutions have been selected from almost 100 global submissions in a worldwide search to help improve the delivery of health care in Western Australia's vast Pilbara region.
700+ experts to showcase latest in digital health
16 June, 2023Coming up in Sydney from 8–12 July, MedInfo 2023 offers the opportunity to connect with experts in the field of digital health from around the world.
Aust AI tool warns of patient deterioration
09 June, 2023The Ainsoff Deterioration Index has reduced adverse events and the length of time patients have to stay in hospital, according to new research.
Care experience platform bags innovation award
07 June, 2023Carium, a Care Experience Platform (CXP), has received the Patient Experience Innovation Award at the 7th annual MedTech Breakthrough Awards.
15 digital health startups to benefit from new program
22 May, 2023The program will see cohort companies participate in a highly customised initiative that will support them to scale up and navigate the complex commercialisation pathway in digital and connected health.
Digital Health CRC appoints Berne Gibbons as board member
08 May, 2023Berne Gibbons has been appointed to the board of the Digital Health Cooperative Research Centre (DHCRC).
