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Revolutionizing Emergency Care: Fast-Track Clinics Enhance A&E Services in Cyprus

by News Editor

April 29, 2025

In a significant move to upgrade healthcare services, fast-track clinics are being introduced in the A&E departments of Nicosia and Paphos general hospitals. Announced by Health Minister Michalis Damianos, these clinics are set to elevate emergency care standards.

The Government’s Commitment to Public Health

The initiative underscores the government’s unwavering commitment to public health, aiming to modernize the healthcare system to effectively respond to rising demands.

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Successful Pilot and Future Plans

Initially piloted at Nicosia General Hospital on March 31, the clinic has already catered to 479 patients, yielding promising outcomes, according to Kypros Stavrinides, the Health Ministry’s permanent secretary. With this success, the project is expanding to Paphos, with operations set to begin on Monday, June 2.

Fast-Track Clinics: What to Expect

Located within existing A&E departments, these clinics will operate daily from 2.30 to 9.30 pm. Staffed by a doctor and nurse, they will provide prompt care for non-urgent cases, ensuring a better quality of life for citizens.

Looking Ahead

The new clinics align with efforts to create a more immediate and humane healthcare system, despite ongoing development at Paphos Hospital. This innovation parallels Cyprus’s growth in tech and global ambitions, as seen in this fascinating article about the nation’s transformation.

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The Transformative Potential Of AI: Could It Shape The Global Economy By 2035?

by News Editor

April 30, 2025

AI: A Game Changer for the Global Economy by 2035

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is poised to revolutionize the world economy. According to PwC Cyprus, AI could enhance the global gross domestic product (GDP) by as much as 15% by 2035. Cyprus’s AI Taskforce is already envisioning a future deeply integrated with these technologies.

Path to Economic Growth

PwC’s report, Value in Motion, suggests AI might contribute a 1% annual growth, mimicking the industrial revolution’s impact. However, this growth isn’t predestined. It hinges on technological success, responsible AI implementation, governance, and public trust.

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Under scenarios of lower trust, projected growth might only reach 8%, or even drop to a mere 1%. Therefore, widespread collaboration is essential.

Industry Transformation and Climate Considerations

Industries are already realigning. PwC forecasts a shift of $7.1 trillion in revenues among companies by 2025, without even considering tariff impacts. For instance, the healthcare sector in Cyprus might benefit as cross-sector collaborations redefine market landscapes.

Climate change, however, poses a counterbalance. It could contract the global economy by nearly 7% in 2035. Yet, modest improvements in AI’s energy efficiency could negate this impact. A 1% boost in AI adoption need only spark a 0.1% drop in energy use to stay climate-neutral.

PwC’s Strategy for the Future

PwC plans to ride this AI wave through initiatives like launching agent OS, which streamlines AI agent workflows by up to tenfold. Training and expanding partnerships with tech giants such as AWS and Microsoft further bolster their AI endeavors.

Their Network AI Academy now trains over 291,000 individuals. By incorporating tools like ChatPwC and updating their Industry Edge portfolio, PwC is prepared for the AI-driven future.

As Mohamed Kande, PwC’s Global Chairman, states, “Transformative growth will come from tapping into evolving needs and reshaping business operations through technology.” PwC’s newest brand identity echoes this commitment, embodying progress through its redesigned logo and visual style.