A Reminder That Advanced Technology Needs To Be Spread As Equitably As Possible.

A Reminder That Advanced Technology Needs To Be Spread As Equitably As Possible.This appeared a few days ago.Perspective Global HealthArtificial intelligence for global health1.       Ahmed Hosny1,2, 2.       Hugo J. W. L. Aerts1,2,3Science  22 Nov 2019: Vol. 366, Issue 6468, pp. 955-956 DOI: 10.1126/science.aay5189 Artificial intelligence (AI) has demonstrated great progress in the detection, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases. Deep learning, a subset of machine learning based on artificial neural networks, has enabled applications with performance levels approaching those of trained professionals in tasks including the interpretation of medical images and discovery of drug compounds (1). Not surprisingly, most AI developments in health care cater to the needs of high-income countries (HICs), where the majority of research is conducted. Conversely, little is discussed about what AI can bring to medical practice in... This is the initial part of the post - read more by clicking on the title of the article. David.
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