Reprinted: The Guardian, 8-12-2025 Today, Rayvon Stewart’s model is celebrated as a symbol of the Caribbean’s growing science and technology talent pool When the Jamaican university student Rayvon Stewart invented a workable model for a door handle that could disinfect itself after every touch, it was hailed as a potential gamechanger for hospitals, hotels and other businesses, with … [Read more...]
A digital solution to a global issue: How AI can combat key issues impacting healthcare
It’s very clear that current healthcare systems are unsustainable — with a global shortage of clinicians who are already overworked, overtired and overwhelmed. This could be the early warning signs of a medical tsunami and therefore it is essential that we call upon innovation to steady the waters. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to transform healthcare from a system that is … [Read more...]
Biden administration invests over $19 million to expand telehealth in rural communities
Funds to pilot new telehealth services, track outcomes and publish research will establish an evidence base for future telehealth programs. The Biden administration is investing more than $19 million to strengthen telehealth services in rural and underserved communities. These investments are being distributed to 36 award recipients through the Health Resources and Services Administration … [Read more...]