Title: (Optional) Summarize current trends in health and medical science.
Course: Health and Medical Sciences Exploratory (18 weeks) (14001-18) > Section: Gaining an Overview of the Healthcare Industry

Summary may include trends and technologies such as

- genomics
- stem-cell research
- health informatics
- cloning
- robotics
- use of 3D printers
- telehealth (e.g., apps, virtual appointments, handheld devices)
- use of artificial intelligence (AI)
- alternative medicine (e.g., herbal remedies, naturopathy, traditional Chinese)
- holistic medicine.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How have trends in healthcare delivery, policy, and research affected activities of daily living?
- How have trends in healthcare delivery, policy, and research affected those in healthcare careers?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of using AI in health care?
- What are some types of alternative care?
- What is the difference between alternative and holistic medicine?
- What are the benefits of health informatics?