ChatEHR, AI software developed at Stanford Medicine, is speeding up chart reviews by permitting clinicians to ask questions about medical records. Similar to how you can chat with a large language model like GPT-4, Stanford Health Care clinicians can connect with a patient’s medical record through ChatEHR. In a statement, Stanford Medicine said the technology, currently…
By Ijeoma Olorunfemi The Nigerian Natural Medicine Development Agency (NNMDA) has announced the development of 27 natural medicines and health supplements within the last two years. The agency’s Director-General, Prof. Martins Emeje, who disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday in Abuja, said the feat was achieved under…
By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau Chief The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has launched an investigation into the rising costs and price disparities of blood pressure (BP) and diabetic medicines across various markets in Nigeria. Speaking at a stakeholder meeting in Abuja, the Executive Vice Chairman of the FCCPC, Mr. Tunji Bello, emphasized…
NAFDAC seizes N300 million worth of fake medicines in Lagos raid (photos) NAFDAC seizes N300 million worth of fake medicines in Lagos raid. The Investigation & Enforcement team of the National Drug has uncovered a trove of counterfeit medicines during a raid at Tyre Village, Trade Fair Complex, Lagos State. The operation led to the…
Customs authorities in Senegal have seized counterfeit medicines and illegal drugs worth an estimated 523 million CFA francs ($836,000) in multiple operations across Fatick, Kaolack, and Blaise Daigne International Airport in Diass (AIBD), according to the General Directorate of Senegalese Customs. The operations were part of targeted efforts to combat trafficking in prohibited goods. The…
