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Pollen season is in full swing, and the Unilabs team in Sweden is supporting a national programme of pollen level monitoring to help communities stay informed.    This World Allergy Day, we caught up with Susanne Fröjdendal at Unilabs' microbiology lab in Mälarsjukhuset, Eskilstuna to learn about the sophisticated pollen trap she overseas at one of the 22 pollen stations across Sweden. Mimicking human breathing, it captures and analyses the air's pollen content providing data to produce a pollen forecast, factoring weather patterns and flowering progress.    "Predicting future changes in pollen patterns is a complex task that involves multiple factors." says Fröjdendal. "We can see that the amount of pollen has increased by 10-20%, which puts a higher burden on people with allergies. We continuously monitor and collect data on pollen levels, so we can help anticipate changes and inform the public in a timely manner.” Learn more in our latest interview: https://lnkd.in/etNWSEki    #WorldAllergyDay #HealthCare #Research #Environment

Sarcomas, a diverse group of malignancies with over 50 subtypes, require specialised expertise for accurate diagnosis and treatment. Often evading early detection due to their rarity and varied presentation, understanding them demands deep knowledge and extensive experience. This Sarcoma Awareness Month, we interviewed Unilabs sarcoma imaging expert Dr Björn Jobke to discuss the role of advanced imaging techniques in diagnosis, and the importance of a multimodal treatment approach to avoid unnecessary invasive procedures.   "I remember a case from my time as a resident in Bone Pathology when we received a resected femoral head (the ‘ball’ at the top of the thigh bone) from a younger patient with uncontrollable hip pain," says Dr Jobke. "After a thorough investigation of the specimen, the patient turned out to have a tiny (3mm) benign tumour, known to cause severe pain. If identified earlier with dedicated imaging review and expertise, the patient could have avoided a hip replacement which is a life-changing, invasive procedure and been treated definitively with a minimally invasive technique.”   Learn more about sarcoma types, the diagnosis approach and developments in sarcoma radiology and care: https://lnkd.in/eJurWffP #Diagnostics #Cancer #Healthcare

Working behind-the-scenes, our pathology technicians play a crucial role in ensuring accurate patient outcomes, helping pathologists diagnose diseases and conduct research.  Over the next few months, we will be shining a light on how a pathology career at Unilabs combines scientific and cultural  excellence to deliver powerful diagnostics, and inspiring work within a global clinical community that directly changes lives for the better.    First up is Nuno Reinaldo, Group Manager at Unilabs Sverige. We discuss his role, motivations, and why Pathology Technicians are in a privileged position to meaningfully assist others.    Read it here: https://lnkd.in/ecvNHwQY    #Pathogy #Diagnostics #Healthcare #HealthcareCareers 

We are harnessing the transformative power of AI and integrating it into all areas of our business, including pathology.       Tomasz Stankiewicz, AI Project Manager at Unilabs, shares how the powerful combination of AI, coupled with expertise from leading pathologists, can both improve cancer detection rates and speed up diagnoses.       He also shares the rigorous and market-leading process that Unilabs undertakes to test, validate, and integrate AI across our business.       Hear more from him below.     #ArtificialIntelligence #Pathology #HealthCare #MedTech 

There are 100 distinct types of primary brain tumours, each presenting a unique array of symptoms, treatment options, and prognoses.     Ahead of World Brain Tumour Day, we interviewed Unilabs Neuroradiologist, Dr Geert Lycklama à Nijeholt, who has authored and co-authored over 100 articles on MS, stroke, and other neuroradiology subjects about recent advancements in the field. These include improved MRI scanners and new techniques like MR perfusion imaging and MR spectroscopy. Artificial intelligence is also making a significant impact, helping neuroradiologists detect and characterise brain tumours more effectively in neuro-oncology.    Read the full interview below ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/gssVS4kP   #WorldBrainTumourDay #Neuroscience #Cancer #AI

Unilabs aims to be at the forefront of pioneering research to improve millions of lives. That's why we've published a paper focused on lung cancer care in Portugal.     Our team conducted a meticulous analysis of lung cancer patient pathways within the Portuguese healthcare system. Through rigorous examination, we identified several areas  for enhancement and developed comprehensive proposals to address them including: 1️⃣ Advocating for and raising awareness of a national lung cancer screening programme ). 2️⃣ Improving the effectiveness of such a programme by defining the target population. 3️⃣ Expanding the pool of professionals proficient in conducting and interpreting low-dose CT scans.    By disseminating our findings and recommendations, we aim to contribute to the momentum towards improved screening practices and, ultimately, enhanced patient outcomes. Leveraging our expertise in imaging, pathology, and molecular pathology services. Thank you to our colleagues Raquel Ramos, Conceicao Souto Moura, Mariana Costa, Nuno Jorge Lamas, Renato Correia, Diogo Garcez Gonçalves, José Miguel Pereira, and Carlos Rafael Sousa, for contributing their expertise to this paper and supporting this crucial research. Their expertise has been instrumental in shaping recommendations aimed at elevating standards of patient care. Together, let's continue advancing in the fight against lung cancer and improving the lives of patients. Read our latest research: https://lnkd.in/eupdJKcT #Diagnostics #Healthcare #LungCancer #CancerResearch 

The TMC Unilabs Academy - The future of radiology training stands at the forefront of advancing radiology education, offering diverse technical training tailored to customer needs, on-site and off-site fellowships, webinars, and other CME accredited courses.    Ricard Robledo, Head of the TMC Unilabs Academy - The future of radiology training, sat down with us to talk about the mission, impact, and future of this pioneering institution. Having an initial focus purely on onsite training activities, Ricard was fundamental in driving a new chapter for the Academy with a strong emphasis on online training, reaching as many radiologists as possible worldwide.    With a strong belief that education represents the key to unlocking transformative power, shaping the future of radiology, Ricard explains the origins of the Academy, and what sets its courses apart from other training programmes.    Read the full piece here: https://lnkd.in/eevyafSz    #Radiology #Education 

At the heart of our commitment to superior, accessible patient services is the continuous innovation of our operations. In Spain, we’ve emerged as the country’s largest network of diagnostic imaging clinics since integrating the Centro Scanner Group and making digital innovation a primary endeavour of our operations in the country. In the second of a two-part digitalisation spotlight, we showcase the results of our Malaga-based radiology network, who in digitalising and automating almost all internal administrative procedures, have been able to: 1️⃣ cut patient referral times by 82% on average and increase MRI productivity by 42%. 2️⃣ reduce patient waiting times by 67% though a digital patient journey, which includes visual guides and more streamlined communications 3️⃣ cut unnecessary travel and stationery use by 90%, reducing our carbon footprint. The result? Operational efficiency, high patient satisfaction (increased from 85% to 93%), and an inspiring demonstration of our continued commitment to accessible, excellent care. Learn more about the operational benefits of a digital-first approach with Unilabs’ RAQUEL GARCIA CORTES Radiology Operations Manager, and Almudena Lixahaya Ruiz Ogando, PMO: https://lnkd.in/eCVzHvHA #Healthcare #Radiology #DigitalTransformation #MedTech

Innovation through digitalisation has the power to transform patient experience and diagnosis in healthcare.      In Spain, we’ve emerged as the country’s largest network of diagnostic imaging clinics since integrating the Centro Scanner Group and making digital innovation a primary endeavour of our operations in the country.       In the first of a two-part digitalisation spotlight, we caught up with Unilabs Spain’s Medical Director, Dr Fernando Bergaz de Hoyos, to talk about digital innovation in diagnostic technology, including how we’ve pioneered the use of AI to develop a new cutting-edge tool to enhance lumbar spine MRI interpretation and reporting across our clinic network in the country.       In its first year, the tool is supporting analysis and detecting significant pathologies in 17,000 lumber spine MRI exams, with plans for its second rollout phase to support an additional 25,000 yearly exams further bolstering our diagnostic capabilities.      Stay tuned for our next spotlight, where we showcase the operational benefits of a digital-first approach.      Read more: https://lnkd.in/eCVzHvHA      #AI #Radiology #HealthCare #MedTech