Oct 15, 2024

Hey everyone,

I have some exciting news to share with you! The 2024 STAT Summit is just 2 days away, and you can still join virtually at a discounted rate. For just $175, you can access all sessions live through the virtual venue, participate in live Q&A with speakers, network with other attendees, and watch recordings on-demand. Plus, there are still some limited in-person seats available if you prefer to attend in Boston. The lineup of speakers is impressive, including leaders from Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, the Foundation for Angelman Syndrome Therapeutics, and USAID, among others. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn and connect with healthcare experts from around the world!

In other exciting news, the Asia Medtech Awards 2025 is now accepting nominations. If you’re a pioneering healthcare leader with exceptional accomplishments, this is your chance to be recognized for your unique and innovative initiatives, best practices, pioneering technologies, and overall success in the medical technology sector. The nomination process is free, and the awards dinner will take place in March 2025 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This is a great opportunity to celebrate excellence and innovation in the healthcare industry in the Asia Pacific region.

I also came across a fascinating study that found that reducing sedentary time by just 40 minutes a day and increasing physical activity by 20 minutes can help prevent back pain from worsening. This is a simple and effective way to improve our overall health and well-being, and it’s great to see research focusing on practical solutions to common health issues.

Lastly, the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences was awarded to economists Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson, and James Robinson for their work investigating the influence of institutions on a country’s success. Their research sheds light on why some countries are richer than others and the historical impact of European colonialism on a country’s prosperity.

I hope you find these updates as fascinating as I did. Stay tuned for more exciting news in the world of healthcare and science!

Take care,

Summy

Stay Well!