The internal transport of patients in healthcare institutions, although at first glance it may seem like a simple task, represents a complex, continuous, demanding and time-consuming logistical operation that cuts across all levels of the hospital organization. Whether for an outpatient appointment, an examination, a test or a surgical procedure, such as transport from the […]

Speech is a biomarker that reflects, in a sensitive way, the integrated functioning of several physiological systems, namely the nervous, respiratory, and muscular systems. This complexity makes it a promising resource for detecting changes associated with health status. Although speech is not in itself a digital biomarker, it can acquire this status when it is

Schizophrenia is a chronic mental disorder that significantly affects thinking, emotions, perception of reality and behaviour. It is characterised by a break with reality (psychosis), often manifested by hallucinations (such as hearing non-existent voices), delusions (false or irrational beliefs), disorganised speech, emotional changes and difficulties in social interactions. It is considered one of the most

Minimally invasive surgery is a procedure performed inside the body through small incisions and is referred to by different names depending on the region intervened. When it occurs in the abdominal or pelvic cavity, it is called laparoscopy. This procedure begins with the introduction of carbon dioxide into the abdominal cavity, with the aim of

The healthcare sector is undergoing rapid transformation driven by population aging, increasing complexity of care, and digital advancements, in a context that requires greater integration, sustainability and adaptation to new realities such as the European Health Data Space. Digitalization has enabled the adoption of electronic health records, clinical communication platforms, and interoperable infrastructures, but system

Induction of labor is a frequently performed obstetric procedure that involves the artificial initiation of uterine contractions before spontaneous onset. Its use has been increasing globally, particularly in high-income countries, where it accounts for about 25% of births in the European Union, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Induction is typically recommended for medical

Digital transformation has reconfigured healthcare systems, by integrating digital technologies into clinical and administrative processes, driving improvements in the quality of services, patient safety and the organizational efficiency of institutions. In addition to the computerization of clinical records, the digitalization has driven the adoption of advanced clinical decision support systems, based on artificial intelligence, interoperability

Insomnia is a sleep disorder characterised by persistent difficulties in initiating sleep, maintaining sleep during the night, or achieving restful sleep. These difficulties arise even in the presence of adequate sleeping conditions and are often associated with daytime sleepiness, memory and attention deficits, irritability, fatigue and reduced performance in daily activities. To be clinically significant,

In the last century, the average human life expectancy has significantly increased, due to improvements in healthcare, sanitation, nutrition, and medical therapies. However, this increased longevity does not always translate into more years of healthy life. Population aging has been accompanied by a substantial growth in the prevalence of age-related non-communicable diseases such as obesity,

According to the World Health Organisation, cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide, responsible for around 17.9 million deaths a year. Its high prevalence is associated with unhealthy lifestyles characterised by poor diet, sedentary lifestyles, alcohol consumption, smoking and chronic stress, factors that contribute to persistent inflammatory processes and changes in the structure

Autism spectrum disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition with significant clinical, social and economic repercussions throughout life. According to the World Health Organization, it is estimated to affect approximately 1 in 160 children worldwide. Its origin is multifactorial, resulting from the interaction between genetic factors, such as mutations in genes associated with brain development, and environmental

Eye diseases represent a growing public health challenge in Portugal, significantly compromising the population’s quality of life. The increase in their prevalence is associated with various factors, such as demographic ageing, excessive use of digital devices, inadequate lifestyle habits and limited access to ophthalmological consultations, especially in regions with less health service coverage. These factors