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AI and Healthcare: Opportunities and Challenges| Book Publisher International

 In the dynamic world of healthcare, a revolutionary transformation is underway, heralded by the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This book delves deep into the essence of AI, beginning with a comprehensive introduction that demystifies what AI truly is, clarifies the distinction between AI, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning, and provides a handy AI Keyword Glossary for easy understanding. As we journey through the history of AI, we encounter the AI boom, marking a pivotal shift in how technology influences our lives.   Venturing into the Marvelous World of AI, we explore its capabilities in learning, vision, and language understanding, alongside a deep dive into AI systems, architecture, and the intricacies of designing an AI product. The narrative then transitions into AI's profound influence on various industries, with a special focus on healthcare. Through an overview of global healthcare systems, the book lays the groundwork for understanding the fundame...

Naturopathic Medicine in Ghana: A Qualitative Study | Chapter 10 | New Frontiers in Medicine and Medical Research Vol. 11

The Nyarkotey College of Holistic Medicine has ushered in a naturopathic medicine revolution in Ghana. This institution's mission is to educate and train Naturopathic Doctors and Naturopaths in Ghana. The goal of this research is to evaluate the qualitative elements of Naturopathic Medicine in primary healthcare delivery from the perspective of Ghanaian Naturopathic care professionals. The goal of this qualitative study is to find out what motivates Ghanaian customers to seek out Naturopathic medicine. Clients' push factors from mainstream medicine are also evaluated in the study. While respondents agree that naturopathic medicine is a vital aspect of Ghana's healthcare delivery system, they also believe that there are a number of difficulties that need to be addressed right away. Conclusion: Because naturopathic medicines are critical components of Ghana's healthcare delivery system, strong healthcare policy is required to help regulate the profession and facilitat...

Prayer and Naturopathic Medicine in Ghana; A Qualitative Study

Spirituality is crucial in the life of a Ghanaian patient seeking treatment. In their seek for God's face, the majority of them end up in prayer camps. In Ghana, several Naturopathic practitioners have started to incorporate prayer exercises during their consultations. The majority of these practitioners are pastors. Using Ghana as a case study, we want to look into the function of prayer in the Naturopathic profession. The purpose of this research is to look at the qualitative aspect of prayer's use as a type of Naturopathic protocol employed by naturopathic practitioners in their healthcare delivery. Methods: A draught open-ended questionnaire was sent via WhatsApp to thirty (30) Naturopathic practitioners with pastoral backgrounds who are members of the Ghana Association of Naturopathic Physicians (GANP) in their various Naturopathic facilities that provide pastoral services as part of this qualitative study. According to naturopathic practitioners, patients seek praye...