Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare and Pharmacy: A Review
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With the advent of Industry 5.0, the fifth industrial revolution, and the ongoing paradigm shift of Industry 4.0, artificial intelligence aims to reshape the landscape of the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors by delivering smarter and more effective solutions in the field of medicine across the globe. Within the healthcare environment, AI is driving future advancements by predicting clinical outcomes, enhancing diagnostic accuracy, and enabling personalized treatment plans. In the pharmaceutical sector, AI has been implemented at almost every stage, driving innovation from the initial phases of drug discovery through manufacturing and commercial distribution. This review briefly explores the pivotal role of AI-based systems in healthcare and pharmacy. Furthermore, the critical challenges and potential solutions are examined within the context of the evolving frameworks of these industrial revolutions.
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