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Swann denies blanket do-not-resuscitate order during Covid
The Covid inquiry is currently considering the impact on healthcare systems in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Twins with heart failure call for end to healthcare 'lottery'
Nicole and Farrah live just 32 miles away from each other, but are in different health trusts.

NZ healthcare system superior to those in Sweden and Germany, TWO boss says
It shows only the UK, Netherlands and Australia out of the 10 countries scored, were outperforming New Zealand.

Diliko unveils Agentic AI platform for data management
Diliko has unveiled its Agentic AI platform to automate data management for mid-sized enterprises, aiming to enhance efficiency in sectors like healthcare and finance.

Prioritising primary healthcare is essential, WHO's Western Pacific director says
Tonga's Dr Saia Ma'u Piukala said that the regional committee on digital health and health financing approved two regional frameworks at its seventy-fifth session.

Ryman Healthcare appoints new independent director
Ryman Healthcare Limited (Ryman) has announced the appointment of Scott Pritchard as an independent director of the company, commencing on 1 November 2024

Windows users are exposed to over 600 million cyber attacks every day
Microsoft recently released the Microsoft Digital Defense Report 2024, this year’s edition of the company’s annual cybersecurity report. In the 114-page document, Microsoft reveals — among other things — just how much cyber threats have grown over the past year. Cybercriminals have gained access to better resources, including the incorporation of AI tools to bolster their arsenal. They’re now better equipped to create fake images, videos, and audio recordings to trick people, to flood job applications with AI-created “perfect” résumés to physically access companies, and much more. Related: Everything you need to know about ransomware But hackers can also use your use of AI services to attack you. For example, they can use cross-prompt injection attacks (XPIA) to send fake input to the AI tools you use, which allows them to take over your computer or steal your personal data. According to the report, Microsoft customers are exposed to over 600 million cyber attacks daily, which range from ransomware and phishing to various forms of identity theft. More than 99 percent of all these attacks are password-based, showing the importance of using a reliable password manager and even moving away from passwords altogether. Related: The best password managers for true security Of course, it’s not just private users who are exposed to these attacks; they also target government agencies, companies, and organizations. The US healthcare system alone is said to have suffered 389 successful cyber attacks this fiscal year, leading to various network and system shutdowns and delays in important medical procedures. And it’s not just ordinary cybercriminals who are carrying out all these attacks. Microsoft reveals that state actors have become increasingly aggressive in cyberspace, especially to influence campaigns ahead of this year’s US presidential election. The company identifies Iran, China, and Russia as the main drivers of state-sponsored cyber attacks. Related: Easy tips that’ll supercharge your digital security Overall, Microsoft’s security report reveals that the line between ordinary criminals and state-sponsored hackers is growing increasingly blurred. Countries are collaborating with cybercriminals to both gather information and carry out cyber attacks for simple financial gain. Lastly, Microsoft reports that in the second half of the fiscal year, the company managed to stop about 1.25 million distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks, a fourfold increase compared to the previous year. One of the main conclusions of this year’s security report? According to Microsoft, it will take international cooperation between like-minded countries to counter the growing number of cyber threats. Further reading: You need to be aware of these phishing scams

Pacific Specialist Healthcare Hospital cuts open-heart surgery costs for Fijians
Fijians in need of coronary artery bypass surgery do not need to find upto $50,000 and travel to India anymore, the founder of Pacific Specialist Healthcare Hospital (PHS) says.

Cook Islands' 'Miracle Baby' Mana's fight for life highlights critical gaps in local healthcare system
Mana Castledine kicked her way into the world, weighing only 653 grams and four months premature, after her mum, Louisa, was medevaced to Aotearoa.

Weak results expected in company earnings reports
A mini company-earnings season is due to start soon - with big names reporting, including Fisher and Paykel Healthcare, Mainfreight, and Infratil.

VHP - Confirmation of re-election of Graham Stuart
Northwest Healthcare Properties Management Limited (the Manager), as manager of Vital Healthcare Property Trust (Vital), reports the following results from voting at the Annual Meeting of Vital unit holders held on 6 November 2024

Health minister eyes immigration changes for healthcare staff
The government is looking at changes to immigration policies that had rolled out the welcoming mat for healthcare workers.

UiPath integrates Anthropic AI to enhance product suite
UiPath has integrated Anthropic's Claude AI into its products, enhancing automation capabilities across various sectors, including healthcare.

Infor teams up with NVIDIA on AI healthcare integration
Infor's Cloverleaf Data Integration Platform now integrates with NVIDIA's Holoscan AI, promising enhanced real-time data use for improved patient care.