JAPAN Trends and Developments Contributed by: Satoshi Ogawa, Yuto Noro, Hitoshi Fujimaki and Yuka Hirata, TMI Associates
technologies in the healthcare sector. One nota- ble example is Okayama University, which has developed a virtual platform to connect and sup- port young patients diagnosed with osteosarco- ma, a rare form of tumour. This metaverse envi- ronment offers a space for patients, who often face isolation due to the rarity of their condition, to share their experiences, support one another, and build a sense of community. It also serves as a platform for their families to connect and find mutual support.
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