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Ethics and Governance of Artificial Intelligence for Health course
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Ethics and Governance of Artificial Intelligence for Health Course | OpenWHO

In June 2021, WHO published Guidance on Ethics & Governance of Artificial Intelligence for Health after 18 months of deliberation amongst global leading experts on the ethical challenges of the use of AI technology for health. Adapted from the core contents of the guidance, this course introduces entry-level knowledge to policymakers, AI developers and designers, and health care providers who are involved in designing, developing, using and regulating AI systems for health.

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September 3, 2024
OpenWHO Newsletter August 2024
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Associate Professor Magdalena Simonis AM, AFMW Immediate Past President

OpenWHO Newsletter | August 2024

The World Health Organisation’s OpenWho Newsletter August 2024 is now available. Articles include: New milestone: 75 languages available on the OpenWHO learning platform; Online courses launched on WHO’s approach to emergency management, epidemic intelligence systems, and yellow fever surveillance and response; and more. Read the August newsletter.

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September 2, 2024
WHO primary care app available notice
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Associate Professor Magdalena Simonis AM, AFMW Immediate Past President

WHO Primary Care App

The WHO Office on Quality of Care and Patient Safety in Athens, Greece, introduced the new WHO/Europe app for primary health care for children and adolescents on 29 April. Designed for use by doctors, nurses and other health professionals responsible for primary care in the Region, the app is available in both Apple and Google stores.

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May 15, 2024

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