Countries you can visit to see the world’s most beautiful women

Most beautiful ladies.....

Women no doubt are beautiful creations of God, and remain beautiful no matter where they are. However, they tend to exceed the boundaries of beauty a bit and become almost angel like in certain countries. And if you are wondering where you would be able to find such women, check out the list of the countries you can visit to see the world’s most beautiful women. Note: Random Order.


Ukraine






Ukraine is well known for women beauty, striking, stunning and ever smiling fairy angels make this place heaven for men, one of the best in business. The best places in the country to catch the true beauty of its women include the capital city, Kiev, Odessa and the Black Sea Coast.

Sweden






Sweden is considered to be the country with the best looking men and women in the entire world. In addition to housing some seriously beautiful places and attractions, the country is teeming with beautiful gals and guys galore!

The women you meet in this country are literally stunning. Picture this! Tall and slender, blonde and blue eyed, smart and friendly, and highly educated. That’s what would describe a Swedish woman. Probably the best place to get a girl with both the beauty and the brains!

Thailand






Thailand may be known for its nature, culture and hospitality. It is also known for its beautiful women who are shy, but extremely friendly and romantic once they come to know you though. A tad bit dark skinned, these beauties sport soft features and exude a jaw dropping raw exoticism that needs to be seen to be believed!


Bulgaria






Bulgarian women are no exception as well!

Not many would know that this little country in Eastern Europe happens to be home to some of the most angelic women on Earth. With plenty of medieval towns, lively cities, bustling ski resorts and stunning beaches, Bulgaria is the quintessential holiday hub for avid travelers.

Tall, fair skinned, light eyed and dark haired, these beauties are extremely friendly and romantic. And if you really want to guess as to how they would look like in person, take a look at Kate Beckinsale from the Underworld movie series and you would probably know what we are talking about here.



Russia






Russia is said to be home to some of the most beautiful women on the planet. Fair skinned, blue eyed, raven haired, slender and highly intelligent. And the beauty of these women is not restricted to the capital alone. All the way from Siberia to Moscow, there are over 4000 miles of land filled with these gorgeous women. Better yet, you can manage to find a unique blend of Russian speaking Asians and Europeans as move towards Siberia.



Netherlands






The Dutch may be known around the world for their friendly hospitality. However, they are also known for their amazingly tall and beautiful women. And when we say tall, we mean really tall. The average Dutch women is easily over 5ft 8 inches tall.

But that doesn’t seem to deter individuals from flocking to the country just to have a look at these beauties. Don’t worry about the response you would get, as Dutch women also tend to be among the friendliest and most welcoming women on the planet.



Lebanon






The Arab world and beautiful women go hand in hand. And when it comes to gorgeous Arabian women, you would find plenty of them in Lebanon. If their slender, curvy and sun tanned bodies don’t catch your attention, their mesmerizing eyes definitely would. Usually left out from such lists, Lebanese women are like beautiful mysteries waiting to be unraveled.



Poland



Polish girls are known for stunning beauty, grace and femininity. Their salient body appeal gets immediate attention. Let it be modern or traditional dressing, they have good and rich taste of style and fashion. They take great pride in their cultural and traditional values. Not only beauty but their graceful, elegant and caring nature will also steal your heart. Most of the times Polish girls are friendly, caring, sweet tempered and really pleasant to deal with. They can be anything but not gold-diggers; a quality that makes them ideal for those looking for true love.



India






How can a list like this go complete without mentioning India? Sugar, Spice and everything nice! That’s the quintessential Indian woman for you. Sugary in her friendly demeanor and spicy in her looks and style quotients, the typical Indian beauty would captivate you for sure.

Indian women are very religious and cultural. And even the most modern Indian woman would transform into a traditional avatar from time to time. They take extra care in whatever they do, including treating, caring for and pampering their men.

No one can wear the saree like the Indian women. It’s actually a wonder as to how these women can drape themselves in 6 yards of cloth and still come out looking ultra-sexy and drop-dead gorgeous. And it takes a certain panache to carry off the saree in style, which Indian women manage to accomplish effortlessly.



Brazil






Brazilian beauties are world famous, as they are a superb mix of bodies and features. It is believed that in Brazil, one can find the most ethnically mixed people, and probably this is what brings so much of beauty in its inhabitants, especially women. One can amaze oneself being in Brazil and see sexy blondes and lovely black women. Brazilian models are everywhere with their curvaceous bodies and sporty features.



Italy






Italy is one country that has contributed a lot to all of us, as in it has given us all some amazing fashion brands, scintillating Ferraris, mouthwatering pizzas and pastas, and last but surely not the least, the wonderful women. Italian women are famous all over the world as super hot models. Italian women are known as Bella and they are extremely elegant and chic in their style. As Italy is a fashion hub, Italian women have extraordinary fashion sense, which adds on to their beauty.



Canada






Canada is a country with many ethnic groups, which is why the beauties you find there are the best of everywhere. There you find white women, black, and the mixed that look drop dead gorgeous. Majority of women there do not shirk work out, as they love to be in shape and flaunt their curvaceous bodies.



Serbia






You could easily find a tall, fair, sexy, and gorgeous woman in Serbia. Their beautiful features and perfect bodies are owing to their marvelous genes, a combination of Mediterranean and the Slavic genes. Approximately 99 percent of the Serbian girls are naturally blessed with the perfect body shape that is required to become an actor, those long legs, flat tummy, perfect waist, right sized ass, and curvy breasts.



South Korea






Fair and glowing skin, lustrous hair, and cute features make Korean girls adorable and sexy. Yet another factor that makes Korean beauties even more stylish is their impeccable fashion sense.



Croatia






The scintillating beauties of Croatia have features that seem to be the best of Italian and French beauties. Women there have such beautiful texture and color of skin that not many of them even require makeup. While in Croatia, visitors cannot help but appreciate the natural beauties.



Colombia






Beauties in Colombia are very different from women at other places, a beautiful combination of modernity and traditionalism. They are bold and beautiful, and while you are in Colombia, you would not have trouble finding eye candies for sure. Also below is hispanic Colombian women.







Argentina






This South American country is known for its stunning beaches and locales, and equally stunning women. The women here are tall, striking, fashionable, friendly and incredibly romantic. And they tend to speak English with a heavy accent that would floor you instantly! Probably, it explains why Argentina is considered home to the most beautiful women in the Western Hemisphere.



Ethiopia








Incorporating the mysticism and appeal of Ethiopia, the Ethiopian women are among the most desirable females one can find on the face of the globe. The manner in which they don their traditional attire, talk and carry themselves can leave anyone spellbound. They are a perfect blend of sophistication and simplicity. Their ebony skin, cheeky bones and thick stature may lure into extending your trip to the African nation.



Romanian





Classy, cultured, hardworking, caring, appreciative, understanding, feminine and upholding traditional values, Romanian women have everything that a male is looking in his spouse. No wonder, males across the globe visit Romania to spend time with the beautiful and tall Romanian women and woe them for marriage. They are known to be natively smart and give preference to culture and personal development in her life.

—

We agree that every single women is beautiful regardless of age, race, country she lives in. However, this is just our humble opinion and attempt to identify countries with most beautiful women based on several distinguished factors. We also agree that every one perceive beauty differently and we respect your opinion. Also please note above countries are in random order.

Countries you can visit to see the world’s most beautiful women

Most beautiful ladies.....

Women no doubt are beautiful creations of God, and remain beautiful no matter where they are. However, they tend to exceed the boundaries of beauty a bit and become almost angel like in certain countries. And if you are wondering where you would be able to find such women, check out the list of the countries you can visit to see the world’s most beautiful women. Note: Random Order.


Ukraine






Ukraine is well known for women beauty, striking, stunning and ever smiling fairy angels make this place heaven for men, one of the best in business. The best places in the country to catch the true beauty of its women include the capital city, Kiev, Odessa and the Black Sea Coast.

Sweden






Sweden is considered to be the country with the best looking men and women in the entire world. In addition to housing some seriously beautiful places and attractions, the country is teeming with beautiful gals and guys galore!

The women you meet in this country are literally stunning. Picture this! Tall and slender, blonde and blue eyed, smart and friendly, and highly educated. That’s what would describe a Swedish woman. Probably the best place to get a girl with both the beauty and the brains!

Thailand






Thailand may be known for its nature, culture and hospitality. It is also known for its beautiful women who are shy, but extremely friendly and romantic once they come to know you though. A tad bit dark skinned, these beauties sport soft features and exude a jaw dropping raw exoticism that needs to be seen to be believed!


Bulgaria






Bulgarian women are no exception as well!

Not many would know that this little country in Eastern Europe happens to be home to some of the most angelic women on Earth. With plenty of medieval towns, lively cities, bustling ski resorts and stunning beaches, Bulgaria is the quintessential holiday hub for avid travelers.

Tall, fair skinned, light eyed and dark haired, these beauties are extremely friendly and romantic. And if you really want to guess as to how they would look like in person, take a look at Kate Beckinsale from the Underworld movie series and you would probably know what we are talking about here.



Russia






Russia is said to be home to some of the most beautiful women on the planet. Fair skinned, blue eyed, raven haired, slender and highly intelligent. And the beauty of these women is not restricted to the capital alone. All the way from Siberia to Moscow, there are over 4000 miles of land filled with these gorgeous women. Better yet, you can manage to find a unique blend of Russian speaking Asians and Europeans as move towards Siberia.



Netherlands






The Dutch may be known around the world for their friendly hospitality. However, they are also known for their amazingly tall and beautiful women. And when we say tall, we mean really tall. The average Dutch women is easily over 5ft 8 inches tall.

But that doesn’t seem to deter individuals from flocking to the country just to have a look at these beauties. Don’t worry about the response you would get, as Dutch women also tend to be among the friendliest and most welcoming women on the planet.



Lebanon






The Arab world and beautiful women go hand in hand. And when it comes to gorgeous Arabian women, you would find plenty of them in Lebanon. If their slender, curvy and sun tanned bodies don’t catch your attention, their mesmerizing eyes definitely would. Usually left out from such lists, Lebanese women are like beautiful mysteries waiting to be unraveled.



Poland



Polish girls are known for stunning beauty, grace and femininity. Their salient body appeal gets immediate attention. Let it be modern or traditional dressing, they have good and rich taste of style and fashion. They take great pride in their cultural and traditional values. Not only beauty but their graceful, elegant and caring nature will also steal your heart. Most of the times Polish girls are friendly, caring, sweet tempered and really pleasant to deal with. They can be anything but not gold-diggers; a quality that makes them ideal for those looking for true love.



India






How can a list like this go complete without mentioning India? Sugar, Spice and everything nice! That’s the quintessential Indian woman for you. Sugary in her friendly demeanor and spicy in her looks and style quotients, the typical Indian beauty would captivate you for sure.

Indian women are very religious and cultural. And even the most modern Indian woman would transform into a traditional avatar from time to time. They take extra care in whatever they do, including treating, caring for and pampering their men.

No one can wear the saree like the Indian women. It’s actually a wonder as to how these women can drape themselves in 6 yards of cloth and still come out looking ultra-sexy and drop-dead gorgeous. And it takes a certain panache to carry off the saree in style, which Indian women manage to accomplish effortlessly.



Brazil






Brazilian beauties are world famous, as they are a superb mix of bodies and features. It is believed that in Brazil, one can find the most ethnically mixed people, and probably this is what brings so much of beauty in its inhabitants, especially women. One can amaze oneself being in Brazil and see sexy blondes and lovely black women. Brazilian models are everywhere with their curvaceous bodies and sporty features.



Italy






Italy is one country that has contributed a lot to all of us, as in it has given us all some amazing fashion brands, scintillating Ferraris, mouthwatering pizzas and pastas, and last but surely not the least, the wonderful women. Italian women are famous all over the world as super hot models. Italian women are known as Bella and they are extremely elegant and chic in their style. As Italy is a fashion hub, Italian women have extraordinary fashion sense, which adds on to their beauty.



Canada






Canada is a country with many ethnic groups, which is why the beauties you find there are the best of everywhere. There you find white women, black, and the mixed that look drop dead gorgeous. Majority of women there do not shirk work out, as they love to be in shape and flaunt their curvaceous bodies.



Serbia






You could easily find a tall, fair, sexy, and gorgeous woman in Serbia. Their beautiful features and perfect bodies are owing to their marvelous genes, a combination of Mediterranean and the Slavic genes. Approximately 99 percent of the Serbian girls are naturally blessed with the perfect body shape that is required to become an actor, those long legs, flat tummy, perfect waist, right sized ass, and curvy breasts.



South Korea






Fair and glowing skin, lustrous hair, and cute features make Korean girls adorable and sexy. Yet another factor that makes Korean beauties even more stylish is their impeccable fashion sense.



Croatia






The scintillating beauties of Croatia have features that seem to be the best of Italian and French beauties. Women there have such beautiful texture and color of skin that not many of them even require makeup. While in Croatia, visitors cannot help but appreciate the natural beauties.



Colombia






Beauties in Colombia are very different from women at other places, a beautiful combination of modernity and traditionalism. They are bold and beautiful, and while you are in Colombia, you would not have trouble finding eye candies for sure. Also below is hispanic Colombian women.







Argentina






This South American country is known for its stunning beaches and locales, and equally stunning women. The women here are tall, striking, fashionable, friendly and incredibly romantic. And they tend to speak English with a heavy accent that would floor you instantly! Probably, it explains why Argentina is considered home to the most beautiful women in the Western Hemisphere.



Ethiopia








Incorporating the mysticism and appeal of Ethiopia, the Ethiopian women are among the most desirable females one can find on the face of the globe. The manner in which they don their traditional attire, talk and carry themselves can leave anyone spellbound. They are a perfect blend of sophistication and simplicity. Their ebony skin, cheeky bones and thick stature may lure into extending your trip to the African nation.



Romanian





Classy, cultured, hardworking, caring, appreciative, understanding, feminine and upholding traditional values, Romanian women have everything that a male is looking in his spouse. No wonder, males across the globe visit Romania to spend time with the beautiful and tall Romanian women and woe them for marriage. They are known to be natively smart and give preference to culture and personal development in her life.

—

We agree that every single women is beautiful regardless of age, race, country she lives in. However, this is just our humble opinion and attempt to identify countries with most beautiful women based on several distinguished factors. We also agree that every one perceive beauty differently and we respect your opinion. Also please note above countries are in random order.

Wired Health: how are innovative technologies disrupting health care?

Last Friday, April 24th, marked the second annual Wired Health conference in London, UK, where members of the health care industry and curious spectators came together to discuss and explore how technology is shaping medicine today.


While Wired Health 2014 focused on harnessing self-monitored data, this year's agenda targeted disruption in health care.

In 1997, Harvard Prof. Clayton M. Christensen created the term "disruptive innovation" to describe how new technologies can alter existing markets or sectors by injecting simplicity, accessibility and affordability into what has become the over-complicated, high-cost norm.

Though the term "disruption" typically carries a negative connotation, in these terms, it points to positive change that shakes up the system for the better.

At the summit in London last week, members of the health care industry proudly harnessed this term and demonstrated how departing from the standard way of doing things has made a significant impact on the existing landscape of medicine.
Changing behavior through perception

"Psychology is technology," said Rory Sutherland, vice chairman of UK-based marketing firm Ogilvy & Mather, as he took the main stage. "What you call things affects how people behave."

Addressing advancements in understanding human behavior, Sutherland cited the rise in unnecessary visits to the UK's emergency departments coinciding with a shift in what it was called. Though it was once widely known as "Accidents and Emergencies," it is now referred to as merely "A&E," taking away the inherently bloody connotations and making it sound more like the initials of two people in love.

Rory Sutherland, of Ogilvy & Mather, addresses a packed audience at Wired Health 2015.

Referring to the emergency department by its full name on signs and in official literature could encourage patients to direct themselves to their GPs instead, decreasing the number of patients who unnecessarily use the emergency service and saving the UK's National Health Service (NHS) precious money.

"If you create a name for something," Sutherland added, "we automatically assume it's a norm."

He also explained that the way choices are presented can affect outcomes, particularly in the health care setting.

For example, when the NHS implemented the use of delayed prescriptions for antibiotics - when a prescription goes into effect a few days after an appointment, in a "wait-and-see approach" - unnecessary use of antibiotics decreased significantly.

In effect, changing the choice structure of things can alter behavior.
Removing the 'wrong' choice

Another man who recognizes that manipulating how choices are made can have positive effects in the field of medicine is Marc Koska, founder of the LifeSaver program. He noted that around the world, 1.3 million people die every year from infected needles that are reused.

After years of researching this problem, Koska came up with a simple solution to disrupt it: a syringe that is impossible to reuse. His K1 syringe is made on the same machinery and from the same materials as existing syringes, but it has an auto-disable mechanism that prevents reuse by employing a plunger that automatically locks in place and breaks if forced.

Koska showed conference-goers heartbreaking undercover footage of small children receiving injections with needles that had previously been used on HIV-positive patients, demonstrating the problem the global health care community faces.

The issue is so great that the World Health Organization (WHO) announced their third ever global policy, aiming to reduce unnecessary injections and ensure that only auto-disable syringes are used. This mandate will come into effect in 2020.

Koska noted that for every $1 spent on proper syringe disposal, over $14 could be saved on health care costs resulting from HIV, HBV and HCV. His charity SafePoint is working to improve this basic level of health care around the world. By taking the option of making the wrong decision out of the equation, Koska and colleagues are disrupting the unsafe practices that put patients at risk.
Bringing the element of choice to alternative limbs

For those who have lost limbs, there has been relatively little choice when it comes to what kind of prosthetic will become their new arm or leg. Though there have been advancements in so-called bionic reconstructions, the ability for a patient to take ownership over the design of their new limb has not really been an option - until now, that is.

The Alternative Limb Project, led by Sophie de Oliveira Barata, brings this choice to the patient, creating bespoke prosthetics for those who have lost their limbs. Each client can plan the design, and the company then works with product designers to create beautiful works of art that are also functional arms, hands, legs or feet.

Some of the designs featured by The Alternative Limb Project included a crystal leg, a limb with a speaker and mp3 dock, and a Japanese-inspired leg with pullout compartments for storage.

Some of the beautiful creations on display at Wired Health even included secret compartments in which the wearer can store things.

Speaking to a packed crowd, de Oliveira Barata explained that one of her clients recently had the idea to add a drone to an artificial arm that can "fly off the arm like a hawk" and take aerial photos.

Her unique approach empowers her clients to take ownership of their limbs, making them stand out as works of art, rather than as something to be hidden away.

Work from the company was recently thrust into the spotlight when the UK's Channel 4 introduced singer and performance artist Viktoria Modesta as "the world's first amputee pop artist."

In the video below, Modesta wears several creations from The Alternative Limb Project, including the "Spike," the "Crystal" and the "Light."

Writing on the company's website, Modesta explains how, after a voluntary operation to remove her leg - which was damaged from birth - she did not want to hide her altered body:


"Initially, after my voluntary operation, I mostly wanted to get a leg that provided balance to my body in its shape. Three years after the amputation, I then saw it as an opportunity to regard the leg as a fashion item and an art project which seemed rather fun and exciting."
Disrupting the aging process

Another speaker who took the stage at Wired Health was Brad Perkins, of Human Longevity, Inc. (HLI) - a company that focuses on genomics and cell therapy. They are tackling diseases caused by age-related decline by building a comprehensive database on human genotypes and phenotypes.

Perkins began his career at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), eventually spearheading investigations into the anthrax attacks in the US in 2001.

He explained that over the past 30 years, there has been a genomic revolution in bacteriology, in terms of how we study it, adding that "we humans are next" to go under the microscope.

HLI are currently working on building their database on human genotypes and phenotypes, and Perkins noted that "health care systems will be disrupted by this technology."

Interestingly, the integrated health records, along with clinical data that they are using to build their database, will become cloud-based and subjected to machine learning. HLI's 5-year goal is to achieve 1 million integrated health records so that they can fully interpret the meaning of the human genome.

"There is a potential to generate as many insights into health and disease as there has been in the last 100 years in the next 10 years," Perkins said, thus contributing to extended life spans.
Notable technological innovations

Between the Bupa Startup Stage - a platform for new companies to present their products and innovations - and the Wired Health Clinic - an exhibition where conference-goers were able to interact with new technologies - there was no shortage of interesting gadgets and gizmos.
Starstim cap

Ana Maiques models the Starstim cap from Neuroelectrics for MNT at Wired Health.

One of the most striking gadgets was a noninvasive wireless cap, which acts as a neurostimulator. Named Starstim, the cap was created by Neuroelectrics, a company led by Ana Maiques.

The cap works by delivering a low current directly to the brain through small electrodes, and it acts as an electroencephalography (EEG) and accelerometry recording system.

Because the cap is portable, it can be used both in a clinical setting and at home, where patients can employ neurofeedback to balance their EEG.

Potential applications include treatment for ADHD, chronic pain, stroke rehabilitation, cognitive enhancement, addiction and depression.
Lumo graphic reader

When dealing with innovation, there are naturally challenges to overcome, and one of the biggest is funding. Anna Wojdecka, creator of the Lumo, spoke to Medical News Today about her search to find adequate funding to take her design from prototype to finished product. She described her product as such:


"Lumo is a low-cost graphic reader for the blind and visually impaired. It translates colors into sound and black lines into tactile feedback, enabling the user to read shapes, graphs and diagrams directly from a page and draw in color."

She added that the aim of her product is to "make learning environments more inclusive and enrich interaction between blind and sighted people." When the finished product is available, Wojdecka told MNT it will sell for between $150-200. She can be contacted via Twitter @helloLUMO.
Tao WellShell

The Tao WellShell fits in the palm of the hand, acting as a gym on the go.
Image credit: Tao Wellness


Another notable gadget was the Tao WellShell, which is a handheld device that fits in the palm of the hand and works in tandem with an app to give the user a resistance workout anywhere. It can be used at home, sitting at a desk or even on a bus, train or plane.
Insulin Angel

In the realm of tiny handheld devices sits the Insulin Angel, which tracks a medication's temperature to help the user monitor and maintain effectiveness. In addition to warning the user in the event the medication has been forgotten, the Insulin Angel also tracks medication usage and waste, and displays results through a smartphone app.
Cupris Health smartphone otoscope

Given that smartphones have become our constant companions these days, innovations that incorporate these devices make other technologies easily accessible. Cupris Health is a company that is doing just that; they have turned smartphones into medical devices by employing clip-on attachments.

They displayed their smartphone-connected otoscope at the conference, explaining that parents can now take pictures of their children's ears and send the images and symptoms directly to the doctor, who can remotely advise on treatment.
How can these disruptions work together?

If conference-goers were hoping to be spoiled for choice, Wired Health 2015 certainly did not disappoint. The vast amount of startups, gadgets and solutions on display was staggering. Though the main theme of disruption was reinforced throughout the speakers' presentations and in the innovations shown in the main hall, there was a sense of disjointedness this year.

Whereas last year's conference was overwhelmingly focused on how to harness data, this year's focus felt a bit forced, as if there was no clear way to sew everything together. But perhaps this is indicative of just how quickly and in how many different directions the health care industry is moving.

Indeed, how data, research and innovation can be unified and harnessed to result in positive health outcomes is the challenge the medical community faces today. Perhaps Wired Health 2016 will focus on this issue.

Wired Health: how are innovative technologies disrupting health care?

Last Friday, April 24th, marked the second annual Wired Health conference in London, UK, where members of the health care industry and curious spectators came together to discuss and explore how technology is shaping medicine today.


While Wired Health 2014 focused on harnessing self-monitored data, this year's agenda targeted disruption in health care.

In 1997, Harvard Prof. Clayton M. Christensen created the term "disruptive innovation" to describe how new technologies can alter existing markets or sectors by injecting simplicity, accessibility and affordability into what has become the over-complicated, high-cost norm.

Though the term "disruption" typically carries a negative connotation, in these terms, it points to positive change that shakes up the system for the better.

At the summit in London last week, members of the health care industry proudly harnessed this term and demonstrated how departing from the standard way of doing things has made a significant impact on the existing landscape of medicine.
Changing behavior through perception

"Psychology is technology," said Rory Sutherland, vice chairman of UK-based marketing firm Ogilvy & Mather, as he took the main stage. "What you call things affects how people behave."

Addressing advancements in understanding human behavior, Sutherland cited the rise in unnecessary visits to the UK's emergency departments coinciding with a shift in what it was called. Though it was once widely known as "Accidents and Emergencies," it is now referred to as merely "A&E," taking away the inherently bloody connotations and making it sound more like the initials of two people in love.

Rory Sutherland, of Ogilvy & Mather, addresses a packed audience at Wired Health 2015.

Referring to the emergency department by its full name on signs and in official literature could encourage patients to direct themselves to their GPs instead, decreasing the number of patients who unnecessarily use the emergency service and saving the UK's National Health Service (NHS) precious money.

"If you create a name for something," Sutherland added, "we automatically assume it's a norm."

He also explained that the way choices are presented can affect outcomes, particularly in the health care setting.

For example, when the NHS implemented the use of delayed prescriptions for antibiotics - when a prescription goes into effect a few days after an appointment, in a "wait-and-see approach" - unnecessary use of antibiotics decreased significantly.

In effect, changing the choice structure of things can alter behavior.
Removing the 'wrong' choice

Another man who recognizes that manipulating how choices are made can have positive effects in the field of medicine is Marc Koska, founder of the LifeSaver program. He noted that around the world, 1.3 million people die every year from infected needles that are reused.

After years of researching this problem, Koska came up with a simple solution to disrupt it: a syringe that is impossible to reuse. His K1 syringe is made on the same machinery and from the same materials as existing syringes, but it has an auto-disable mechanism that prevents reuse by employing a plunger that automatically locks in place and breaks if forced.

Koska showed conference-goers heartbreaking undercover footage of small children receiving injections with needles that had previously been used on HIV-positive patients, demonstrating the problem the global health care community faces.

The issue is so great that the World Health Organization (WHO) announced their third ever global policy, aiming to reduce unnecessary injections and ensure that only auto-disable syringes are used. This mandate will come into effect in 2020.

Koska noted that for every $1 spent on proper syringe disposal, over $14 could be saved on health care costs resulting from HIV, HBV and HCV. His charity SafePoint is working to improve this basic level of health care around the world. By taking the option of making the wrong decision out of the equation, Koska and colleagues are disrupting the unsafe practices that put patients at risk.
Bringing the element of choice to alternative limbs

For those who have lost limbs, there has been relatively little choice when it comes to what kind of prosthetic will become their new arm or leg. Though there have been advancements in so-called bionic reconstructions, the ability for a patient to take ownership over the design of their new limb has not really been an option - until now, that is.

The Alternative Limb Project, led by Sophie de Oliveira Barata, brings this choice to the patient, creating bespoke prosthetics for those who have lost their limbs. Each client can plan the design, and the company then works with product designers to create beautiful works of art that are also functional arms, hands, legs or feet.

Some of the designs featured by The Alternative Limb Project included a crystal leg, a limb with a speaker and mp3 dock, and a Japanese-inspired leg with pullout compartments for storage.

Some of the beautiful creations on display at Wired Health even included secret compartments in which the wearer can store things.

Speaking to a packed crowd, de Oliveira Barata explained that one of her clients recently had the idea to add a drone to an artificial arm that can "fly off the arm like a hawk" and take aerial photos.

Her unique approach empowers her clients to take ownership of their limbs, making them stand out as works of art, rather than as something to be hidden away.

Work from the company was recently thrust into the spotlight when the UK's Channel 4 introduced singer and performance artist Viktoria Modesta as "the world's first amputee pop artist."

In the video below, Modesta wears several creations from The Alternative Limb Project, including the "Spike," the "Crystal" and the "Light."

Writing on the company's website, Modesta explains how, after a voluntary operation to remove her leg - which was damaged from birth - she did not want to hide her altered body:


"Initially, after my voluntary operation, I mostly wanted to get a leg that provided balance to my body in its shape. Three years after the amputation, I then saw it as an opportunity to regard the leg as a fashion item and an art project which seemed rather fun and exciting."
Disrupting the aging process

Another speaker who took the stage at Wired Health was Brad Perkins, of Human Longevity, Inc. (HLI) - a company that focuses on genomics and cell therapy. They are tackling diseases caused by age-related decline by building a comprehensive database on human genotypes and phenotypes.

Perkins began his career at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), eventually spearheading investigations into the anthrax attacks in the US in 2001.

He explained that over the past 30 years, there has been a genomic revolution in bacteriology, in terms of how we study it, adding that "we humans are next" to go under the microscope.

HLI are currently working on building their database on human genotypes and phenotypes, and Perkins noted that "health care systems will be disrupted by this technology."

Interestingly, the integrated health records, along with clinical data that they are using to build their database, will become cloud-based and subjected to machine learning. HLI's 5-year goal is to achieve 1 million integrated health records so that they can fully interpret the meaning of the human genome.

"There is a potential to generate as many insights into health and disease as there has been in the last 100 years in the next 10 years," Perkins said, thus contributing to extended life spans.
Notable technological innovations

Between the Bupa Startup Stage - a platform for new companies to present their products and innovations - and the Wired Health Clinic - an exhibition where conference-goers were able to interact with new technologies - there was no shortage of interesting gadgets and gizmos.
Starstim cap

Ana Maiques models the Starstim cap from Neuroelectrics for MNT at Wired Health.

One of the most striking gadgets was a noninvasive wireless cap, which acts as a neurostimulator. Named Starstim, the cap was created by Neuroelectrics, a company led by Ana Maiques.

The cap works by delivering a low current directly to the brain through small electrodes, and it acts as an electroencephalography (EEG) and accelerometry recording system.

Because the cap is portable, it can be used both in a clinical setting and at home, where patients can employ neurofeedback to balance their EEG.

Potential applications include treatment for ADHD, chronic pain, stroke rehabilitation, cognitive enhancement, addiction and depression.
Lumo graphic reader

When dealing with innovation, there are naturally challenges to overcome, and one of the biggest is funding. Anna Wojdecka, creator of the Lumo, spoke to Medical News Today about her search to find adequate funding to take her design from prototype to finished product. She described her product as such:


"Lumo is a low-cost graphic reader for the blind and visually impaired. It translates colors into sound and black lines into tactile feedback, enabling the user to read shapes, graphs and diagrams directly from a page and draw in color."

She added that the aim of her product is to "make learning environments more inclusive and enrich interaction between blind and sighted people." When the finished product is available, Wojdecka told MNT it will sell for between $150-200. She can be contacted via Twitter @helloLUMO.
Tao WellShell

The Tao WellShell fits in the palm of the hand, acting as a gym on the go.
Image credit: Tao Wellness


Another notable gadget was the Tao WellShell, which is a handheld device that fits in the palm of the hand and works in tandem with an app to give the user a resistance workout anywhere. It can be used at home, sitting at a desk or even on a bus, train or plane.
Insulin Angel

In the realm of tiny handheld devices sits the Insulin Angel, which tracks a medication's temperature to help the user monitor and maintain effectiveness. In addition to warning the user in the event the medication has been forgotten, the Insulin Angel also tracks medication usage and waste, and displays results through a smartphone app.
Cupris Health smartphone otoscope

Given that smartphones have become our constant companions these days, innovations that incorporate these devices make other technologies easily accessible. Cupris Health is a company that is doing just that; they have turned smartphones into medical devices by employing clip-on attachments.

They displayed their smartphone-connected otoscope at the conference, explaining that parents can now take pictures of their children's ears and send the images and symptoms directly to the doctor, who can remotely advise on treatment.
How can these disruptions work together?

If conference-goers were hoping to be spoiled for choice, Wired Health 2015 certainly did not disappoint. The vast amount of startups, gadgets and solutions on display was staggering. Though the main theme of disruption was reinforced throughout the speakers' presentations and in the innovations shown in the main hall, there was a sense of disjointedness this year.

Whereas last year's conference was overwhelmingly focused on how to harness data, this year's focus felt a bit forced, as if there was no clear way to sew everything together. But perhaps this is indicative of just how quickly and in how many different directions the health care industry is moving.

Indeed, how data, research and innovation can be unified and harnessed to result in positive health outcomes is the challenge the medical community faces today. Perhaps Wired Health 2016 will focus on this issue.

High-Fiber African Diet for 2 Weeks dramatically reduces Colon Cancer Risk in Black Americans

A high-fiber African diet for just two weeks brought a significant decline in the risk factors of colon cancer in Black Americans. Researchers also found through a study that a group of Africans who included in their diet American food rich in animal proteins and fats saw a dramatic jump in their colon cancer risk. Findings of the study have been published in the journal Nature Communications.

Researchers said that it was no surprise for them that eating fiber offered a health benefit by reducing the risk of colon cancer. But they were surprised by how quickly and dramatically the diet yielded the results.

Jeremy Nicholson from Imperial College London who co-led the study said the findings have helped understand the negative effects of Western diet and how colon cancer can become a major health threat in Africa because of increasing ‘Westernization’ of diets there.

Colon cancer as a health risk must not be trivialized, given it is the fourth deadliest form of the disease and kills over 600,000 people a year. The death rates from colon cancer are much higher in Western countries than in Africa or the Far East.

Scientists from Imperial College and the University of Pittsburgh in the United States made joint efforts with a group of 20 African American volunteers and 20 from rural South Africa to look into possible effects of diet and gut bacteria.

It was found that the American group suffered significantly less inflammation in the colon and reduced biomarkers of cancer risk after being on the African diet for two weeks. The African group, on the other hand, was found to have dramatically increased its cancer risk after eating the Western diet for two weeks. The Western diet included lots of food like meat and cheese.

High-Fiber African Diet for 2 Weeks dramatically reduces Colon Cancer Risk in Black Americans

A high-fiber African diet for just two weeks brought a significant decline in the risk factors of colon cancer in Black Americans. Researchers also found through a study that a group of Africans who included in their diet American food rich in animal proteins and fats saw a dramatic jump in their colon cancer risk. Findings of the study have been published in the journal Nature Communications.

Researchers said that it was no surprise for them that eating fiber offered a health benefit by reducing the risk of colon cancer. But they were surprised by how quickly and dramatically the diet yielded the results.

Jeremy Nicholson from Imperial College London who co-led the study said the findings have helped understand the negative effects of Western diet and how colon cancer can become a major health threat in Africa because of increasing ‘Westernization’ of diets there.

Colon cancer as a health risk must not be trivialized, given it is the fourth deadliest form of the disease and kills over 600,000 people a year. The death rates from colon cancer are much higher in Western countries than in Africa or the Far East.

Scientists from Imperial College and the University of Pittsburgh in the United States made joint efforts with a group of 20 African American volunteers and 20 from rural South Africa to look into possible effects of diet and gut bacteria.

It was found that the American group suffered significantly less inflammation in the colon and reduced biomarkers of cancer risk after being on the African diet for two weeks. The African group, on the other hand, was found to have dramatically increased its cancer risk after eating the Western diet for two weeks. The Western diet included lots of food like meat and cheese.

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