Adtalem Global Education CEO: AI Transforms Healthcare for Patients and Clinicians

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

October 19, 2025

Accelerating Healthcare Innovation

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the healthcare industry, driving innovation from advanced imaging analysis and drug discovery to comprehensive cancer screenings. As technology plays an increasingly critical role in streamlining healthcare operations, industry leaders like Adtalem are harnessing AI to address one of the most pressing challenges: a workforce burdened by administrative tasks.

Streamlining Administrative Demands

Leading companies such as Epic Systems are investing in AI-powered solutions that revolutionise patient interactions and clinical documentation. These AI features not only simplify appointment scheduling and lab result comprehension but also aid in real-time note-taking by predictively gathering relevant patient data, such as blood pressure trends. In parallel, a surge in venture capital has fuelled startups dedicated to easing clinician workloads by automating routine tasks—a trend underscored by Silicon Valley Bank’s report indicating that over 60% of healthcare-focused AI investments between 2019 and 2024 targeted administrative and clinical applications.

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Empowering Clinicians in Patient Care

At the recent CNBC AI Summit, industry innovators highlighted the fundamental shift in healthcare: returning the focus to patient care. Abridge, recognised on CNBC’s Disruptor 50 list, has developed a platform that transcribes clinical conversations and integrates data from previous visits to enhance contextual understanding. As co-founder and chief technology officer Zachary Lipton observed, this technology is designed to reclaim valuable time for physicians, allowing them to dedicate more energy to patient interactions rather than burdensome documentation.

Developing a Future-Ready Workforce

Steve Beard, CEO of Adtalem Global Education, emphasised that administrative burdens remain the primary driver of burnout among healthcare professionals. To counter this trend, Adtalem has partnered with Google Cloud to launch a new AI credentials programme aimed at fostering digital fluency among clinicians, nurses, and other healthcare staff. This initiative, set to debut next year, will equip healthcare workers with specialised AI tools to improve clinical workflow efficiency and overall patient care.

Balancing Technological Advancement With Human Touch

Despite the rapid pace of AI innovation, experts assert that the human element in healthcare is irreplaceable. While automation can significantly reduce time-consuming tasks, the trust and rapport built between clinicians and patients remain inherently human. Beard remarked that, even as transformative technologies usher in changes, the core objective in healthcare is to ensure that clinicians can focus on providing compassionate, bedside care.

As the industry navigates this transformative era, the integration of AI in healthcare not only promises increased productivity but also calls for a renewed focus on workforce readiness. With strategic investments and comprehensive training programmes, AI has the potential to elevate both patient outcomes and clinician satisfaction in an increasingly digital landscape.

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Strained Household Finances: Eurostat Data Reveals Persistent Payment Delays Across Europe and in Cyprus

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

November 22, 2025

Improved Financial Resilience Amid Ongoing Strains

Over the past decade, Cypriot households have significantly increased their ability to manage debts—not only bank loans but also rent and utility bills. However, recent Eurostat data indicates that Cyprus continues to lag behind the European average when it comes to covering financial obligations on time.

Household Coping Strategies and the Limits of Payment Flexibility

While many families are managing their fixed expenses with relative ease, one in three Cypriots struggles to cover unexpected costs. This delicate balancing act highlights how routine payments such as mortgage installments, rent, and utility bills are met, but precariously so, with little room for unplanned financial shocks.

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Breaking Down Payment Delays Across the European Union

Eurostat reports that nearly 9.2% of the EU population experienced delays with their housing loans, rent, utility bills, or installment payments in 2024. The situation is more acute among vulnerable groups: 17.2% of individuals in single-parent households with dependent children and 16.6% in households with two adults managing three or more dependents faced payment delays. In every EU nation, single-parent households exhibited higher delay rates compared to the overall population.

Cyprus in the Crosshairs: High Rates of Financial Delays

Although Cyprus recorded a notable 19.1 percentage point improvement from 2015 to 2024 in delays related to mortgages, rent, and utility bills, the island nation still ranks among the top five countries with the highest delay rates. As of 2024, 12.5% of the Cypriot population had outstanding housing loans or rent and overdue utility bills. In contrast, Greece tops the list with 42.8%, followed by Bulgaria (18.7%), Romania (15.3%), Spain (14.2%), and other EU members. Notably, 19 out of 27 EU countries reported delay rates below 10%, with Czech Republic (3.4%) and Netherlands (3.9%) leading the pack.

Selective Improvements and Emerging Concerns

Between 2015 and 2024, the overall EU population saw a 2.6 percentage point decline in payment delays. Despite this, certain countries experienced increases: Luxembourg (+3.3 percentage points), Spain (+2.5 percentage points), and Germany (+2.0 percentage points) saw a rise in payment delays, reflecting underlying economic pressures that continue to challenge financial stability.

Economic Insecurity and the Unprepared for Emergencies

Another critical indicator explored by Eurostat is the prevalence of economic insecurity—the proportion of the population unable to handle unexpected financial expenses. In 2024, 30% of the EU population reported being unable to cover unforeseen costs, a modest improvement of 1.2 percentage points from 2023 and a significant 7.4 percentage point drop compared to a decade ago. In Cyprus, while 34.8% still report difficulty handling emergencies, this marks a drastic improvement from 2015, when the figure stood at 60.5%.

A Broader EU Perspective

Importantly, no EU country in 2024 had more than half of its population facing economic insecurity—a notable improvement from 2015, when over 50% of the population in nine countries reported such challenges. These figures underscore both progress and persistent vulnerabilities within European households, urging policymakers to consider targeted measures for enhancing financial resilience.

For further insights and detailed analysis, refer to the original reports on Philenews and Housing Loans.

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