Amitha Kalaichandran
Amitha Kalaichandran, M.H.S., M.D. is a physician, writer and 2019-2020 Asia Pacific Foundation Media Fellow based in Toronto.
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How artificial intelligence could improve global health
Canadian and global tech companies are using artificial intelligence to improve global health through improving infectious disease surveillance, public health screening and education.
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'It's made a difference': How word clouds offer solace to family members as a loved one dies
An initiative developed by a McMaster University professor of medicine is offering families of patients in their last days of life a way to humanize the grieving process, particularly in the fast-paced, technology-focused hospital setting.
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Could a VR walk in the woods relieve chronic pain?
Virtual reality has been used to treat acute pain for more than 15 years, but researchers are now exploring the potential for using immersive technology to relieve chronic pain.
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