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The Future of Healthcare Education: VR Simulation Training

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The global healthcare landscape faces a daunting challenge: a projected shortfall of 10 million health workers by 2030, predominantly affecting low- and lower-middle-income countries. In a world where access to medical professionals is already limited, the impending surge in demand due to an aging population exacerbates the urgency of this predicament. By 2030, one in six people globally will be aged 60 or over, with the population of those aged 80 or older expected to triple by 2050. Both these datasets are according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Addressing this complex and pressing issue requires efficient and immediate solutions, strongly backed by technological advancements that allow for quick testing and scaling. The extent of the challenge needs a multifaceted approach, beginning with a strong focus on training more skilled medical professionals - including nursing students, medical students, and allied healthcare professionals to start with, while simultaneously expan...