The recent decision by major donor countries to reduce global health funding has sent shockwaves through sub-Saharan Africa. The consequences of stop-work orders issued in January 2025 have already impacted HIV programmes and other critical health responses. However, this crisis presents a vital opportunity for African nations to take greater ownership of their health systems. It can be done by…
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Discovery and Google partner for Personalised Healthcare
Health and life insurer Discovery has announced a global partnership with Google, harnessing artificial intelligence to transform preventative healthcare. The initiative aims to provide individuals with highly personalised recommendations to improve their health, simultaneously helping to drive down the rising cost of insurance cover. The new platform, dubbed Vitality AI, combines the insurer’s extensive behavioural change expertise with Google Cloud’s…
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AI in Medicine Leads to Doctor ‘Deskilling’
Artificial intelligence, widely praised for its potential to revolutionise medicine, exemplifies the growing presence of AI in medicine. However, the impact of AI in medicine may have a significant and concerning side effect. It can cause doctors to lose their skills after just a few months of use, a new study has revealed. In groundbreaking research, scientists found that while…
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Bestmed’s Innovative AI Solution Against Fraud
Bestmed Medical Scheme, South Africa’s fourth-largest open medical scheme, is preparing to integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) into its systems. This initiative aims to combat the growing scourge of fraudulent claims plaguing the healthcare industry. Protecting members’ funds and ensuring the scheme’s long-term sustainability amidst rising operational pressures are also goals. Bestmed CEO and Principal Officer Leo Dlamini confirmed that the…
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Mediclinic AI Strategy Targets R2 Billion Savings Amid Job Freezes
Mediclinic announced major operational changes. The hospital group aims to achieve R2 billion in annual savings. Mediclinic set this goal for the 2027 financial year. A pivot to Artificial Intelligence drives this shift. This forms the core of the new Mediclinic AI strategy. Mediclinic is transforming its corporate landscape. It has frozen new non-essential hires. Mediclinic now offers voluntary severance…
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Discovery launches AI-Powered Personal Health Pathways
Discovery has unveiled its innovative Personal Health Pathways (PHP) programme, leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to provide personalised health actions for its 2.1 million adult members. This initiative aims to address the escalating challenge of medical inflation while promoting healthier lifestyles and reducing healthcare costs. PHP utilises behavioural data, real-time health and spending information, and predictive analytics to tailor health recommendations…