The Open Public Health Journal,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
18(1)
Опубликована: Май 27, 2025
Background
Early
discharge
planning
(EDP)
in
oncology
is
essential
for
ensuring
continuity
of
care,
reducing
prolonged
hospital
stays,
and
optimizing
resource
utilization.
Prolonged
stays
can
increase
the
risk
infections,
delay
access
to
new
admissions,
strain
healthcare
resources.
Implementing
Lean
Six
Sigma
methodologies
significantly
improved
by
workflow
inefficiencies,
enhancing
compliance,
The
structured
use
DMAIC
process
capability
analysis
led
reduced
lower
bed
occupancy,
patient
transitions,
highlighting
LSS
as
a
practical
framework
continuous
quality
improvement
care.
Purpose
This
study
aimed
improve
efficiency,
outcomes
implementing
methodologies.
Methods
was
conducted
at
Sultan
Qaboos
Comprehensive
Cancer
Care
Research
Center;
this
pre-and
post-intervention
applied
(Define,
Measure,
Analyze,
Improve,
Control)
cycle
identify
inefficiencies
implement
targeted
interventions.
Cp
(Process
Capability
Index)
Cpk
Index
Centering)
are
key
indicators
used
evaluate
process's
ability
meet
specified
limits.
Length
stay,
compliance
rates,
occupancy
were
also
analyzed.
Qualitative
data
supplemented
findings
from
staff
interviews
mapping.
Results
Post-intervention,
mean
rate
increased
89.54%
68.10%
(p-value
<0.05).
By
68.82%,
observations
below
80%
threshold
reduced.
Process
indices
improved,
with
Pp
rising
0.41
0.22
Ppk
increasing
0.39
-0.27.
As
reflected
improvements
Z.Bench
score,
Variability
-0.80
1.18.
experienced
noticeable
decline
77%
September
2024
95%
June
An
overall
decrease
average
length
stay
(LOS)
shown
be
6.5
days
2024,
compared
9.0
Conclusion
efficiency
compliance.
significant
reduction
LOS
reflects
success
improving
safety,
utilization,
leading
better
underscore
potential
optimize
workflows
foster
culture
healthcare.
Computer Science & IT Research Journal,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
5(5), С. 1090 - 1112
Опубликована: Май 5, 2024
The
oil
and
gas
industry
faces
significant
challenges
in
managing
equipment
maintenance
due
to
the
complexity
criticality
of
its
assets.
Traditional
approaches
are
often
reactive
inefficient,
leading
costly
downtime
safety
risks.
However,
emergence
artificial
intelligence
(AI)
predictive
technologies
offers
a
transformative
solution
these
challenges.
This
paper
explores
role
AI-driven
revolutionizing
management
sector.
leverages
machine
learning
algorithms
analyze
data
predict
when
is
required
before
breakdown
occurs.
By
monitoring
performance
real-time,
AI
can
identify
potential
issues
early,
allowing
operators
take
proactive
actions.
approach
helps
minimize
downtime,
reduce
costs,
improve
overall
reliability
safety.
implementation
requires
comprehensive
strategy
that
includes
collection,
analysis,
integration
with
existing
practices.
Successful
adoption
lead
benefits
for
companies,
including
increased
uptime,
extended
asset
lifespan,
enhanced
operational
efficiency.
reviews
current
landscape
industry,
highlighting
limitations
traditional
practices
need
more
approach.
It
then
examines
principles
maintenance,
showcasing
real-world
examples
successful
implementation.
Finally,
discusses
considerations
implementing
provides
recommendations
companies
looking
transform
their
Keywords:
Transforming
Equipment;
Management;
Oil
Gas;
AI-Driven;
Predictive
Maintenance.
Engineering Science & Technology Journal,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
5(5), С. 1794 - 1816
Опубликована: Май 21, 2024
Natural
disasters
often
lead
to
significant
disruptions
in
healthcare
delivery,
exacerbating
the
already
formidable
challenges
faced
by
systems.
Leveraging
artificial
intelligence
(AI)
offers
a
promising
approach
mitigate
these
and
enhance
management
during
after
natural
disasters.
This
conceptual
paper
aims
propose
framework
for
integration
of
AI
into
disaster
response
efforts,
with
focus
on
optimizing
resource
allocation,
improving
patient
triage,
enhancing
overall
system
resilience.
Through
comprehensive
review
existing
literature,
this
identifies
gaps
current
practices
explores
potential
address
shortcomings.
By
analyzing
case
studies
examples
from
previous
disasters,
highlights
transformative
impact
that
technologies
such
as
predictive
analytics,
machine
learning,
robotics
can
have
delivery
crisis
situations.
The
objectives
are
twofold:
define
strategic
incorporating
protocols
outline
expected
outcomes
implementing
framework.
Expected
benefits
include
expedited
triage
processes,
more
accurate
improved
communication
systems,
ultimately
leading
better
enhanced
efficiency.
proposed
emphasizes
importance
interdisciplinary
collaboration
between
professionals,
technologists,
policymakers,
experts.
It
also
addresses
ethical
considerations
associated
implementation
settings.
In
conclusion,
underscores
critical
role
bolstering
capabilities
leveraging
technologies,
systems
become
adaptive,
responsive,
resilient
face
unforeseen
challenges,
saving
lives
minimizing
communities.
Keywords:
AI-Enhanced
Healthcare
Management,
Disasters,
Conceptual
Insights.
Magna Scientia Advanced Biology and Pharmacy,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
12(1), С. 045 - 059
Опубликована: Май 29, 2024
Public-Private
Partnerships
(PPPs)
have
emerged
as
a
crucial
mechanism
for
fostering
innovation
in
the
health
sector
globally.
This
review
encapsulates
lessons
learned
from
diverse
PPP
models
worldwide,
highlighting
their
significance
and
impact.
PPPs
healthcare
entail
collaboration
between
governmental
bodies,
private
enterprises,
sometimes
non-profit
organizations
to
address
challenges,
such
limited
resources,
expertise,
infrastructure,
while
leveraging
strengths
of
each
sector.
The
success
relies
on
effective
governance
structures,
clear
objectives,
mutual
accountability.
One
notable
example
is
United
Kingdom's
NHS
Innovation
Accelerator,
which
partners
with
industry
leaders
fast-track
adoption
innovative
technologies
within
National
Health
Service
(NHS).
Through
this
initiative,
pioneering
solutions,
ranging
digital
platforms
medical
devices,
been
implemented,
enhancing
patient
care
operational
efficiency.
Similarly,
low-resource
settings
like
sub-Saharan
Africa,
played
pivotal
role
improving
access
essential
services.
Projects
Medicines
Malaria
Venture
(MMV)
collaborate
pharmaceutical
companies,
governments,
research
institutions
develop
affordable
antimalarial
drugs
tailored
region's
needs.
In
realm
development,
partnerships
Coalition
Epidemic
Preparedness
Innovations
(CEPI)
demonstrated
power
international
addressing
global
threats.
CEPI
brings
together
philanthropic
organizations,
expedite
development
vaccines
against
emerging
infectious
diseases,
witnessed
during
COVID-19
pandemic.
However,
challenges
persist
implementation,
including
complex
regulatory
frameworks,
funding
uncertainties,
divergent
interests
among
stakeholders.
Lessons
successful
underscore
importance
transparent
communication,
stakeholder
engagement,
sustained
political
commitment.
conclusion,
represent
dynamic
avenue
catalyzing
driving
transformative
change.
By
drawing
insights
experiences
policymakers
practitioners
can
refine
existing
frameworks
foster
sustainable
tackle
evolving
effectively.
World Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Health Sciences,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
18(2), С. 416 - 433
Опубликована: Май 29, 2024
Promoting
health
and
educational
equity
is
a
multifaceted
challenge
that
requires
cross-disciplinary
strategies
collaborative
efforts.
This
review
explores
various
approaches
aimed
at
enhancing
public
outcomes
through
integration
synergy
between
education
disciplines.
Addressing
disparities
crucial
for
ensuring
equitable
opportunities
all
individuals.
highlights
the
importance
of
interdisciplinary
collaboration
sectors
in
tackling
complex
issues
such
as
socio-economic
inequality,
access
to
quality
healthcare,
attainment.
Key
include
early
childhood
interventions
focus
on
nutrition,
healthcare
access,
learning
programs
support
cognitive
physical
development.
Additionally,
school-based
initiatives,
including
comprehensive
wellness
mental
services,
play
vital
role
promoting
student
well-being
academic
success.
Furthermore,
community
engagement
partnerships
schools,
providers,
local
organizations
are
essential
creating
supportive
environments
foster
equity.
By
working
together,
stakeholders
can
address
underlying
social
determinants
disparities,
poverty,
discrimination,
inadequate
resources.
underscores
evidence-based
practices,
data-driven
decision-making,
policy
advocacy
drive
systemic
change
improve
underserved
populations.
adopting
leveraging
collective
expertise,
we
create
healthier,
more
communities
where
everyone
has
opportunity
thrive.
Future Internet,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
17(1), С. 47 - 47
Опубликована: Янв. 20, 2025
Electronic
health
records
(EHRs)
are
widely
used
in
healthcare
institutions
worldwide,
containing
vast
amounts
of
unstructured
textual
data.
However,
the
sensitive
nature
Protected
Health
Information
(PHI)
embedded
within
these
presents
significant
privacy
challenges,
necessitating
robust
de-identification
techniques.
This
paper
introduces
a
novel
approach,
leveraging
Bi-LSTM-CRF
model
to
achieve
accurate
and
reliable
PHI
de-identification,
using
i2b2
dataset
sourced
from
Harvard
University.
Unlike
prior
studies
that
often
unify
Bi-LSTM
CRF
layers,
our
approach
focuses
on
individual
design,
optimization,
hyperparameter
tuning
both
components,
allowing
for
precise
performance
improvements.
rigorous
architectural
design
tuning,
underexplored
existing
literature,
significantly
enhances
model’s
capacity
tag
detection
while
preserving
essential
clinical
context.
Comprehensive
evaluations
conducted
across
23
categories,
as
defined
by
HIPAA,
ensuring
thorough
security
critical
domains.
The
optimized
achieves
exceptional
metrics,
with
precision
99%,
recall
98%,
F1-score
underscoring
its
effectiveness
balancing
precision.
By
enabling
medical
records,
this
research
strengthens
patient
confidentiality,
promotes
compliance
regulations,
facilitates
safe
data
sharing
analysis.
Engineering Science & Technology Journal,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
5(5), С. 1657 - 1677
Опубликована: Май 5, 2024
This
executive
summary
introduces
the
concept
paper
on
Green
Architecture,
focusing
specifically
integration
of
vertical
greenery
in
urban
design.
architecture,
characterized
by
sustainable
design
principles
and
environmental
consciousness,
aims
to
enhance
environments
incorporating
vegetation
into
built
structures.
Vertical
greenery,
a
key
component
green
involves
strategic
placement
surfaces
such
as
walls,
facades,
rooftops.
explores
potential
mitigate
issues
areas,
improve
air
quality,
reduce
heat
island
effect,
biodiversity.
The
proposes
conceptual
framework
for
conceptualizing
design,
emphasizing
importance
integrating
natural
elements
environment.
It
discusses
various
strategies
implementing
including
selection
suitable
plant
species,
considerations
irrigation
structural
stability,
incorporation
planning
processes.
Moreover,
highlights
social
economic
benefits
improved
health
well-being
residents,
increased
property
values,
enhanced
aesthetics
spaces.
also
emphasizes
role
stakeholder
engagement,
interdisciplinary
collaboration,
ongoing
monitoring
evaluation
successful
implementation
projects.
In
conclusion,
this
outlines
significance
practices
means
promote
sustainability,
resilience,
livability
cities.
By
embracing
architecture
landscapes,
cities
can
create
healthier,
more
vibrant,
environmentally
communities
current
future
generations.
Keywords:
Urban,
Design,
Green,
Vertical.
International Journal of Health Sciences,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
9(1), С. 210 - 222
Опубликована: Фев. 21, 2025
E-health
holds
significant
potential
to
address
healthcare
challenges
in
the
Democratic
Republic
of
Congo
(DRC),
a
nation
grappling
with
limited
resources,
vast
geographical
distances,
and
fragile
health
system.
This
paper
examines
current
state
e-health
implementation
DRC,
exploring
existing
initiatives,
key
achievements,
persistent
obstacles.
While
nascent,
adoption
is
gaining
momentum,
driven
by
factors
like
increasing
mobile
phone
penetration
government
recognition
its
potential.
Successful
projects
include
mHealth
programs
for
disease
surveillance,
maternal
health,
HIV/AIDS
management,
demonstrating
positive
impacts
on
data
collection,
patient
follow-up,
outcomes.
However,
remain.
These
inadequate
infrastructure,
particularly
reliable
internet
access
electricity,
funding,
shortage
skilled
human
resources
ICT
informatics,
issues
interoperability
between
different
systems.
Furthermore,
regulatory
frameworks
national
strategies
are
still
under
development,
hindering
coordinated
sustainable
implementation.
concludes
highlighting
need
strategic
investments
capacity
building,
policy
development
unlock
full
improve
delivery
DRC.
Laboratories,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
2(1), С. 8 - 8
Опубликована: Март 17, 2025
Medical
laboratories
(MLs)
are
vital
in
global
healthcare
delivery,
enhancing
diagnostic
accuracy
and
supporting
clinical
decision-making.
This
systematic
review
examines
the
multifaceted
contributions
of
ML,
emphasizing
their
importance
pandemic
preparedness,
disease
surveillance,
integration
innovative
technologies
such
as
artificial
intelligence
(AI).
equally
crucial
to
practices,
offering
essential
services
identify
diseases
like
infections,
metabolic
disorders,
malignancies.
They
monitor
treatment
effectiveness
by
analyzing
patient
samples,
enabling
providers
optimize
therapies.
Additionally,
they
support
personalized
medicine
tailoring
treatments
based
on
genetic
molecular
data
ensure
test
through
strict
quality
control
measures,
thereby
care.
The
methodology
for
this
follows
PRISMA-ScR
guidelines
systematically
map
evidence
key
concepts,
theories,
sources,
knowledge
gaps
related
roles
impact
MLs
public
health
delivery.
involved
searching
filtering
literature
from
various
databases,
focusing
studies
2010
2024,
primarily
Africa,
Asia,
Europe.
selected
were
analyzed
assess
outcomes,
strengths,
limitations
regarding
MLS
roles,
impacts,
within
systems.
goal
was
provide
comprehensive
insights
recommendations
gathered
data.
article
highlights
challenges
that
face,
especially
low-
middle-income
countries
(LMICs),
where
resource
constraints
hinder
effective
It
discusses
potential
AI
improve
processes
outcomes
while
addressing
ethical
infrastructural
challenges.
underscores
necessity
collaborative
efforts
among
stakeholders
enhance
laboratory
services,
ensuring
accessible,
efficient,
capable
meeting
evolving
demands
Overall,
findings
advocate
strengthened
infrastructures
adoption
advanced
globally.
International Journal of Management & Entrepreneurship Research,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
6(5), С. 1512 - 1532
Опубликована: Май 4, 2024
Sustainable
Architecture:
Envisioning
Self-Sustaining
Buildings
for
the
Future
explores
imperative
sustainable
design
practices
in
construction
industry.
With
global
environmental
challenges
becoming
increasingly
urgent,
need
buildings
that
are
not
just
energy-efficient
but
also
self-sustaining
is
paramount.
This
report
delves
into
principles,
technologies,
and
strategies
can
transform
traditional
structures
reduce
impact
enhance
quality
of
life.
The
begins
by
highlighting
pressing
architecture,
emphasizing
role
contributing
to
carbon
emissions,
resource
depletion,
degradation.
It
then
outlines
key
principles
including
energy
efficiency,
water
conservation,
waste
reduction,
use
environmentally
friendly
materials.
A
major
focus
on
innovative
technologies
be
employed
create
buildings.
These
include
passive
such
as
orientation,
shading,
natural
ventilation,
well
active
like
solar
panels,
rainwater
harvesting
systems,
green
roofs.
Case
studies
successful
from
around
world
illustrate
practical
application
these
technologies.
Finally,
discusses
barriers
implementing
cost
considerations,
lack
awareness,
regulatory
hurdles.
concludes
with
a
call
action
stakeholders
industry
embrace
work
towards
creating
built
environment
regenerative,
positively
planet
its
inhabitants.
"Sustainable
Future"
provides
comprehensive
overview
drive
transition
more
environment.
serves
valuable
architects,
designers,
policymakers,
anyone
interested
future.
Keywords:
Sustainability,
Building,
Future,
Architecture.