I've spent years working at the intersection of healthcare and technology in South Africa, and one thing has become painfully clear to me: most of our healthcare challenges are not caused by a lack of doctors, nurses, or medicine. They are caused by broken systems. We lose patient
When people imagine space, they think of roaring rockets, astronauts drifting silently above the earth, images of distant planets and galaxies or worlds light-years away. Space feels distant, extreme, and almost unreal far removed from hospital corridors, prescription bottles, and everyday healthcare. Yet, unexpectedly, some of the most promising breakthroughs
Colorectal cancer is one of the most preventable major cancers. Yet a troubling paradox has emerged, even as screening has driven down cases and deaths in older adults, diagnoses are climbing in people under 50. What used to be a disease of grandparents is showing up in thirty- and forty-somethings,
The moment a routine blood test blinks red, life tilts, within hours, you might hear about smear reviews, flow cytometry, bone marrow biopsies, and genomic sequencing followed by decisions about chemotherapy, targeted pills, or Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-cell therapy (CAR-T) and then the long vigil against relapse. In that whirlwind,
This article was originally published in the Asian Hospital & Healthcare Management Magazine. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic, systematic autoimmune disease causing joint inflammation and potential organ damage. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to slowing progression. Advances in DMARDs, biologics, and targeted therapies have transformed RA management, enabling
Every year, millions of lives are cut short by sepsis, a condition that remains dangerously under-recognized despite its global impact. Many people have never even heard of it, yet it kills more people annually than breast cancer, HIV, and malaria combined. Sepsis occurs when the body’s natural defence system
When it comes to men’s health, the prostate is one of the most important yet often overlooked parts of the body. Despite its small size, this gland plays a vital role in overall well-being, particularly in reproductive and urinary health. Many men only begin to think about their prostate
Persistent fatigue and weakness are among the most common and life-altering symptoms experienced by individuals living with Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS). While MDS is primarily a group of bone marrow disorders, its effects go far beyond the cellular level, significantly impacting quality of life, daily functioning, and emotional well-being. This article
Amid today’s growing list of modern health challenges, Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS) a silent yet deadly disorder often slip under the radar. It’s a condition many people have never heard of, yet it can quietly threaten lives. Sometimes called a “bone marrow failure disorder,” MDS disrupts the body’s
In the vast landscape of healthcare, the paradigm of precision medicine has emerged as a beacon of hope and innovation. Unlike the traditional one-size-fits-all approach, precision medicine tailors' medical treatment and interventions to the unique characteristics of each individual. According to the Precision Medicine Initiative, precision medicine is "
As the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) reshapes economies and societies through the convergence of artificial intelligence, biotechnology, quantum computing, and the Internet of Things (IoT), the role of technology policy has become more consequential than ever. With this digital transformation comes an urgent need to address the implications for human
In the realm of artificial intelligence (AI), we often marvel at its ability to perform complex tasks, make predictions, and even emulate human creativity. However, there's a fascinating and slightly eerie aspect of artificial intelligence that has been gaining attention in recent years. These digital phantoms blur the