Intelligent Health.tech Issue 24 | Page 23

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Deep Breathe , a HealthTech startup from London , Ontario , made headlines by winning the US Army ’ s xTechInternational 2024 competition . The company specialises in AI-powered ultrasound diagnostics that help interpret portable ultrasound images of lungs , which is especially useful in emergency settings . This victory highlights Deep Breathe ’ s potential for future military and healthcare applications .

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According to a report by Royal Philips , 60 % of South African healthcare leaders had already implemented AI for various applications such as treatment planning , in-hospital patient monitoring , and preventative care . This surpasses global averages , indicating a strong commitment to adopting advanced technologies .

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