Keywords: Digital health


Morocco to host GITEX future health Africa 2026 in Casablanca

GITEX Future Health Africa 2026 will take place in Casablanca from May 4 to 6, bringing together policymakers, healthcare professionals, technology firms, and investors to examine the future of healthcare systems across Africa. The event is organized by Ministry of Health and Social Protection, the......

Morocco to launch electronic health claims pilot in Kenitra

QR coded prescriptions and digital claim forms to anchor nationwide CNSS reform Morocco is preparing a major transformation in the administration and financing of healthcare, with the city of Kenitra selected to host the first live deployment of a fully electronic health claim system starting at the......

Türkiye strengthens healthcare through AI and digital innovation

Türkiye is accelerating its digital transformation in the healthcare sector, introducing advanced artificial intelligence solutions to improve diagnosis, treatment, and overall patient management. During the Eurasia Health Informatics and Technologies Conference held in Antalya, Health Minister......

Navigating the double complexity of AI healthcare startups

Artificial intelligence promises to revolutionize healthcare by enabling faster diagnoses and personalized patient care. Yet turning that promise into tangible results proves far more challenging, as recent research by Dr. Ahmed Zahlan, a PhD graduate from the Africa Business School at UM6P, demonstrates. Dr.......

Japanese city proposes limits on smartphone use

The city of Toyoake, located in Aichi Prefecture in central Japan, has unveiled a proposal recommending a maximum of two hours of smartphone use per day outside of work and school hours. The draft ordinance, revealed on Friday, aims to address the negative effects of excessive phone use on physical and......

Morocco launches GITEX Digi Health to boost digital health innovation

On Tuesday, April 15, 2025, the Moroccan Minister of Health and Social Protection, Mr. Amine Tehraoui, inaugurated the “GITEX Digi Health” exhibition in Marrakech. This event, focused on digital health technologies, is part of the third edition of “GITEX Africa,” held from April......

Maximizing Opportunities at GITEX Africa 2025: A Guide for Digital Health Professionals

GITEX Africa 2025 is not just another tech event; it stands as a pivotal platform for transforming Africa's healthcare system. As the continent grapples with a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape marked by population growth, urbanization, and a burgeoning middle class, the need for effective solutions......

Docdialy shines at GITEX Africa 2025, showcasing innovative health tech solutions

Docdialy, a Moroccan startup in the HealthTech sector, is set to make a significant impact at GITEX Africa 2025. Selected as one of the 200 most innovative startups in Morocco as part of the Morocco 200 program, Docdialy’s participation highlights its pivotal role in the digital transformation......

Social media amplifies nocebo effect: How online content triggers real physical symptoms

The nocebo effect, a psychological phenomenon where anticipating illness leads to actual physical symptoms, has found a powerful new catalyst in social media platforms. Initially confined to specific medical contexts, this concerning trend has gained significant momentum, with platforms like TikTok becoming......