AI-generated “deepfake” radiographs are now realistic enough to mislead clinicians and some of the very AI tools designed to support imaging workflows. That is the warning from a new study in Radiology, published on 24 March 2026, which tested how well radiologists could spot synthetic X-rays mixed into a clinical-style reading exercise. Researchers asked 17 radiologists from 12 hospitals across…
Tag: AI in Healthcare
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AI Health Prompts Drive Earlier Cancer Detection at Discovery
Discovery Life says AI-driven health prompts are helping clients detect serious illness earlier, including cancer. The insurer shared the update to highlight how incentives and personalised recommendations can shift health behaviour. Discovery Life, part of JSE-listed Discovery, has long linked rewards to healthy choices through its Vitality programme. Now it is expanding that approach with AI-led prompts. The insurer has…
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African Genome Diversity: Wits-Led AGenDA Adds 1,000 Genomes
Wits University scientists are helping to close one of healthcare’s most significant evidence gaps. They are leading work to expand the number of African genomes in global datasets. The goal is simple: Make genetic research and its clinical tools work better for African populations. Africa is the anatomical home of modern humans. It also exhibits the highest genetic diversity. People…
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Health Innovation Award for Uhu Health’s Achievements
Global Health and Pharma (GHP) has named Johannesburg-based innovator Uhu Health the “Health Consumer Advocacy Innovator of the Year 2025,” a significant recognition of South Africa’s growing influence in digital healthcare. This health innovation award highlights the groundbreaking work innovators are doing in the region. The international award, now in its 10th year, honours companies that demonstrate exceptional resilience, leadership,…