health system
Coverage of health system in the Nexus archive.
- Opinion: The AI licensure debate is missing the point of licensure
A cardiologist overrides an AI algorithm's diagnosis after reviewing an echocardiogram, highlighting concerns about accountability when AI systems are used in healthcare. The article argues that current licensure practices place liability on clinicians rather than AI developers or health systems deploying the technology.
- Colombia’s Handover Audit Begins: The Concerns That Matter for Residents
Colombia's incoming government has initiated an audit across all ministries, involving 22 working tables and 1,200 personnel. Key concerns highlighted include the fiscal situation, energy crisis, and health system challenges.
- Ebola Crisis Exposes Congo's Fragile Health System
The Ebola crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo highlights the country's fragile health system. The outbreak has exposed significant challenges in healthcare infrastructure and response capabilities.
- As hospitals saturate, earthquakes lay bare frailty of Venezuela's health system
Venezuela's health system is struggling after an earthquake that killed over 2000 people and injured 11,000. Nine of 21 hospitals and clinics in the capital were severely or critically damaged, highlighting systemic frailty amid food shortages and epidemic risks.
- Gaza dialysis patients at risk as machines fail
Nearly half of the dialysis machines at Gaza’s largest hospital are non-operational due to Israel’s blockade and attacks, leading to a shortage of sodium bicarbonate and reduced treatment sessions, putting 240 Stage 5 chronic kidney failure patients at serious risk.
- Cabinet okays 5-year NIS 360 million plan for Eilat’s economy, infrastructure
The Israeli Cabinet approved a 5-year, NIS 360 million plan to boost Eilat's economy and infrastructure, focusing on public transportation, health system improvements, and tertiary education. Prime Minister Netanyahu described Eilat as a future 'strong, flourishing, southern gate' of Israel.
- Venezuela reels from earthquakes as rescuers scramble to find survivors
Venezuela is dealing with its deadliest earthquake disaster in over a century, with recovery efforts hindered by a shattered economy and a struggling health system. Rescuers are working to find survivors as the country assesses the damage.
- Venezuela reels from earthquakes as rescuers scramble to find survivors
Venezuela is experiencing its deadliest earthquake disaster in over a century, with rescuers working to find survivors. A weakened economy and struggling health system are complicating recovery efforts.
- Tanzania: Doctors Push Radical Health System Shake Up for 2050
Tanzania's medical practitioners are advocating for a comprehensive overhaul of the country's health system by 2050. The proposed changes include decentralizing specialist care, advancing digital medicine, and restructuring healthcare financing and delivery methods.
- 27 years of democracy and Nigeria’s health renewal (II): Building resilience for the future, By ‘Lade Bandele
The article is part II of an essay by Lade Bandele examining Nigeria's healthcare system under 27 years of democracy, focusing on building resilience for the future. It references Part I's analysis of primary healthcare and maternal health, highlighting their role in reflecting the health system's strengths and weaknesses.
- Syria cannot heal without a rebuilt health system
Many Syrian returnees face barriers to accessing proper healthcare, highlighting the urgent need for recovery and rebuilding of Syria's health system.