Euractiv.com Est. 1min 09-03-2023 (updated: 31-03-2023 ) Content-Type: Sponsored By Sponsored By An organization or individual has paid to be connected to this work but did not approve or review it. Medical,Devices,For,Ultrasound,Examination,On,Exhibition [SHUTTERSTOCK/Rhyzov] Euractiv is part of the Trust Project >>> Print Email Facebook X LinkedIn WhatsApp Telegram With a freshly revamped EU regulatory framework and some of the most exciting technologies, the medical devices and diagnostics sector is on the verge of unlocking the potential of a more patient-oriented approach to health. This field offers a privileged point of view on the future of health due to its high technological added value and direct contact with patients and health professionals. Breakthrough technological advancements such as the portability of medical devices and the use of health data are already contributing to the big shift toward personalised healthcare. In this series of articles, EURACTIV’s health team explores recent trends shaping the medical devices sector and our lives. Medical devices to lead way in using health data ‘goldmine’ News | Health 09-03-2023 Est. 6minThe revolutionary EU health data space has been hailed as the dawn of a new era for medical devices but its proper implementation presents the sector with some challenges on regulatory aspects and on confidentiality of business information. Diagnostics and treatments face the test of ‘medical deserts’ News | Health 10-03-2023 Est. 6minThe risk of unmet medical needs increases as certain medical examinations and treatments can be accessed only in the biggest hospitals, resulting in late diagnosis and worsening chronic conditions for those living in rural and remote areas across Europe. Healthcare professionals face the test of catching up with digitalisation News | Health 29-03-2023 Est. 7minAs 2023 is the European year of skills, one question inevitably springs to mind: Is the healthcare sector ready to upskill and unlock advancements in digital technologies? From mobile phones to robotic arms – changing healthcare in war settings News | Health 31-03-2023 Est. 6minDelivering healthcare in conflict-hit areas has changed over the decades, thanks to technological developments. EURACTIV spoke to doctors with longstanding experience in the field to see how the sector has evolved.
