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fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Got wearable data? Your doctor can help you connect the dots

"I felt like there were these patterns that were really related to my symptoms, but I didn't know how to connect them."
US news
Medicine
fromNature
15 hours ago

Personalized CRISPR therapies could soon reach thousands - here's how

FDA proposed a 'plausible mechanism pathway' to enhance development of personalized genetic therapies for rare disorders.
#healthcare
fromEntrepreneur
22 hours ago
Healthcare

To Help Nurses Find Jobs, She Created a Surprising AI Solution. Now It's Worth $1.65 Billion and Is Used by Over a Million Nurses.

Healthcare
fromwww.amny.com
1 hour ago

Op-Ed | Why NYC's New Health Plan Is Failing Its Workforce | amNewYork

New York City's transition to a new health plan has disrupted access to care for many municipal employees and retirees.
Healthcare
fromFortune
5 days ago

'The Pitt' reveals why healthcare desperately needs a new front door | Fortune

HBO Max's The Pitt highlights real challenges in emergency departments, emphasizing the need for reimagined patient access to healthcare.
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

NHS patients should be able to write up their own medical records and not have to rely on Post-it notes | Will Parman

Patients with complex health needs struggle to communicate symptoms effectively, risking important information being overlooked during medical appointments.
Higher education
fromwww.bbc.com
8 hours ago

'Such a let-down' - healthcare students on NHS recruitment squeeze

Healthcare students face job uncertainty due to recruitment freezes and course pauses in Wales, impacting their career prospects and future plans.
Healthcare
fromEntrepreneur
22 hours ago

To Help Nurses Find Jobs, She Created a Surprising AI Solution. Now It's Worth $1.65 Billion and Is Used by Over a Million Nurses.

Incredible Health revolutionizes healthcare hiring by allowing employers to apply to nurses, aiding 1.5 million U.S. healthcare workers in finding permanent roles efficiently.
Healthcare
fromwww.amny.com
1 hour ago

Op-Ed | Why NYC's New Health Plan Is Failing Its Workforce | amNewYork

New York City's transition to a new health plan has disrupted access to care for many municipal employees and retirees.
Healthcare
fromMedCity News
5 days ago

New Bill Seeks to Lower Out-of-Pocket Drug Costs - MedCity News

The Every Dollar Counts Act aims to apply out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs toward patients' deductibles, regardless of purchase method.
Healthcare
fromFortune
5 days ago

'The Pitt' reveals why healthcare desperately needs a new front door | Fortune

HBO Max's The Pitt highlights real challenges in emergency departments, emphasizing the need for reimagined patient access to healthcare.
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

NHS patients should be able to write up their own medical records and not have to rely on Post-it notes | Will Parman

Patients with complex health needs struggle to communicate symptoms effectively, risking important information being overlooked during medical appointments.
Healthcare
fromMedscape
1 day ago

Medscape Most Popular Specialties for Doctors Report 2026

American physicians face challenges with insurance coverage and efficiency mandates, impacting specialty appeal and optimism about the future.
Philosophy
fromPsychology Today
21 hours ago

Education to Improve the Planet's Health, and Our Own

Nature enhances human health, but environmental degradation now negatively impacts well-being, necessitating education reform for Planetary Health.
Public health
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Hospital Reuses Syringes, Infects Hundreds of Children With HIV

At least 331 children in Taunsa, Pakistan, tested positive for HIV due to reused syringes at a public hospital.
#ai
fromFuturism
3 days ago
Artificial intelligence

Millions of Americans Are Talking to AI Instead of Going to the Doctor, and It's Giving Them Horrendously Flawed Medical Advice

Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
3 days ago

Millions of Americans Are Talking to AI Instead of Going to the Doctor, and It's Giving Them Horrendously Flawed Medical Advice

AI chatbots are not reliable for medical advice, with failure rates exceeding 80% for ambiguous symptoms and 40% for straightforward cases.
Medicine
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

AI is coming for superbugs

AI can significantly enhance antibiotic discovery, addressing the urgent global health crisis of antibiotic resistance.
Cancer
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Meet the Wexford radiologist who has helped build hospitals across the world to improve access to cancer treatment

Anita Bourke is recognized for her contributions to radiology and volunteering as Western Australia's first dual trained nuclear physician and senior breast radiologist.
Alternative medicine
fromFast Company
4 days ago

With GLP1 drug ads everywhere, here's what to know to safely buy them online

GLP-1 medications for weight loss are increasingly advertised, raising concerns about safety and the rise of unregulated alternatives.
Science
fromNature
5 days ago

Quantum computers take on health care: light-sensitive cancer drugs win US$2 million contest

A team won a $2-million prize for using quantum computing to develop light-sensitive cancer drugs, but no grand prize was awarded.
Health
fromHarvard Gazette
3 days ago

Rural U.S. bears heaviest burden accessing dental care - Harvard Gazette

24.7 million Americans live in dental deserts, facing significant barriers to accessing specialized dental care, particularly in rural areas.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

Ontario proposes legislation to change medical residency requirements for international graduates | CBC News

Ontario is prioritizing medical residency positions for applicants with a connection to the province through new legislation.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Why do vets charge more to scan an animal than a private hospital would to scan a human?

The typical cost of an MRI for a dog was 3,789 in 2025 in the UK, while for a cat it was 3,161 and for a rabbit, it was about 2,500.
Pets
fromBusiness Insider
4 days ago

Why Midi Health holds AI office hours

Joanna Strober recognized a business opportunity in women's health, particularly for menopausal women, and demonstrated grit and patience in securing investor support.
Women
Coronavirus
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Covid jabs huge success, but work needed on trust in vaccines - key findings from Covid report

The Covid vaccination program in the UK was an extraordinary achievement that saved lives but faced challenges like vaccine hesitancy and misinformation.
Medicine
fromwww.businessinsider.com
18 hours ago

DARPA says its powdered blood for future warfare works in animals. Now comes the hard part.

DARPA has developed a powdered blood substitute and seeks partners for testing to make it a viable battlefield tool by 2029.
Public health
fromAxios
5 days ago

Finish Line: The quiet rise of "prescribing connection"

Social prescribing addresses health crises and broader issues like social isolation through diverse community programs and activities.
#cancer-research
Cancer
fromNature
6 days ago

Four rising stars shaping the future of cancer research

A new generation of cancer researchers is focused on improving diagnostics and treatments to enhance survival rates for cancer patients.
Cancer
fromNature
6 days ago

Here are the top locations for cancer research in the Nature Index

Breast cancer leads in research output, significantly ahead of lung cancer and other types, with the US and China contributing 60% of global cancer research.
Cancer
fromNature
6 days ago

Four rising stars shaping the future of cancer research

A new generation of cancer researchers is focused on improving diagnostics and treatments to enhance survival rates for cancer patients.
Cancer
fromNature
6 days ago

Here are the top locations for cancer research in the Nature Index

Breast cancer leads in research output, significantly ahead of lung cancer and other types, with the US and China contributing 60% of global cancer research.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

A Colorado hospital profits from resolving language barriers

Maria Olivo highlights the dangers of using untrained interpreters in medical settings, emphasizing the need for professional language support to avoid critical errors.
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Medicine
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 months ago

AI enters the exam room, and nurses are left to manage the fallout

An AI-generated sepsis alert prompted protocolized IV fluids that conflicted with clinical judgment, risking harm for a patient with renal failure.
Healthcare
fromHealthcare Brew
2 months ago

How health systems are competing with AI search tools for patients

AI-powered search tools and chatbots are reducing web traffic to health providers, threatening traditional online patient acquisition and prompting health systems to change marketing strategies.
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
5 days ago

LLMs fail in 8 out of 10 early differential diagnosis cases

AI models fail at early differential diagnosis in over 80% of cases, highlighting significant limitations for patient self-diagnosis.
Healthcare
fromApp Developer Magazine
6 days ago

Experts warn ai-generated health content risks misinterpretation without human oversight

AI-generated health content risks misunderstanding without human interpretation, impacting decision-making despite high technical accuracy.
Medicine
fromTNW | Opinion
1 week ago

AI health tech is booming. The cures are not.

AI in drug discovery shows promise but has not yet delivered significant breakthroughs for patients.
#ai-chatbots
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Should you really trust health advice from an AI chatbot?

AI chatbots can provide tailored health advice but may also give dangerously incorrect information, impacting users' health decisions.
Healthcare
fromArs Technica
6 days ago

Americans ask AI for health care. Hospitals think the answer is more chatbots.

Health systems are introducing branded AI chatbots to provide health advice, raising questions about safety, monitoring, and effectiveness.
Cancer
fromNature
6 days ago

Improving cancer survival rates will require hard policy choices

Global cancer incidence is rising, necessitating early detection strategies and public education on risk factors.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

'I'm in remission for the first time due to new cancer drug'

A woman with multiple sclerosis reached remission from myeloma after surpassing her prognosis of three to seven years, thanks to a new drug.
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Long waits make for sicker patients. Sicker patients need more time in hospital. Our health system needs urgent care | Ranjana Srivastava

Healthcare systems worldwide face significant challenges, impacting patient safety and access to care.
Medicine
fromThe Atlantic
6 days ago

How to Fix a Diagnosis Crisis

Diagnostic errors are common, affecting 5% of Americans annually, leading to significant disability and death.
Healthcare
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Inside war-hit Sudan's only functioning hospital curing tropical diseases

37 percent of Sudan's health facilities are out of service due to ongoing conflict and health crises.
Cancer
fromNature
6 days ago

Global cancer rates are rising. How are countries reacting?

National cancer control plans are essential for managing cancer care and are increasingly adopted worldwide, yet many lack financial backing.
Cancer
fromNature
6 days ago

Early-onset cancer fuels calls for wider screening - but at what cost?

Cancer screening ages are being lowered due to rising diagnoses in individuals under 50.
Healthcare
fromNextgov.com
3 days ago

Tech bills of the week: Improving maternal health; Expanding access for disabled Americans; and more

The Tech to Save Moms Act aims to improve maternal health outcomes through enhanced telehealth services and technology access for expecting mothers.
Medicine
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

How Cognitive and Social Forces Shape Medical Decisions

Medical decisions are influenced by how options are framed, presented, and the dynamics of the situation.
Medicine
fromFortune
5 days ago

Two physicians on ending the waiting-room era: bring care home | Fortune

In-home dialysis improves health outcomes for patients with chronic diseases, offering convenience and support through technology and virtual care.
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Healthcare
fromMedium
5 days ago

The trust gap in healthcare AI isn't about the AI

Trust in healthcare AI is established in the first 30 seconds of interaction, not through model improvements.
Healthcare
fromMedium
5 days ago

The trust gap in healthcare AI isn't about the AI

Trust in healthcare AI is established in the first 30 seconds of interaction, not through model improvements.
#alzheimers-disease
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

'Breakthrough' Alzheimer's drugs unlikely to benefit patients, report suggests

Breakthrough Alzheimer's drugs are unlikely to significantly benefit patients despite slowing cognitive decline.
Medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Effect of gamechanger' Alzheimer's drugs trivial', review concludes

Anti-amyloid drugs for Alzheimer's show trivial effects on cognition and dementia severity, according to a comprehensive review of clinical trials.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

'Breakthrough' Alzheimer's drugs unlikely to benefit patients, report suggests

Breakthrough Alzheimer's drugs are unlikely to significantly benefit patients despite slowing cognitive decline.
Medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Effect of gamechanger' Alzheimer's drugs trivial', review concludes

Anti-amyloid drugs for Alzheimer's show trivial effects on cognition and dementia severity, according to a comprehensive review of clinical trials.
Healthcare
fromComputerWeekly.com
4 days ago

Interview: Bernard Seiser, vice-president of digital, data and IT, AOP Health | Computer Weekly

AOP Health is focused on digital transformation to meet patient needs and improve organizational efficiency.
Television
fromMedscape
1 month ago

Streaming Medical Series That Docs Love

Modern streaming medical dramas portray realistic healthcare challenges and professional transitions, earning physician respect through authentic storytelling rather than entertainment clichés.
Healthcare
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Student Dies When Hospital Has No ICU Doctors, Calls One on Videochat Who Pronounces Him Dead Remotely, Lawsuit Claims

Parents of Conor Hylton are suing a Connecticut hospital after their son died in a telehealth ICU without on-site critical care doctors.
Medicine
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

What Makes a Doctor Excel at Diagnosis?

Gurpreet Dhaliwal exemplifies diagnostic excellence, emphasizing continuous improvement and the belief that mastery in diagnosis is an ongoing journey.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

We need new drugs for mental ill-health | Letter

Governments should prioritise research and approval of innovative psychiatric treatments (MDMA-assisted therapy, esketamine, cannabidiol) to relieve widespread, long-term mental suffering.
Healthcare
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Better technology is an imperative for behavioral health

The behavioral health crisis is deepening, yet progress is evident in treatment rates and workforce growth despite ongoing challenges.
Public health
fromMedium
2 months ago

The preventive healthcare product cycle: how ancient practices become "innovations" every 20 years

Ancient preventive practices resurface as billion-dollar health trends when crisis, enabling technology, legitimation, and storytelling translate them into measurable, automated, culturally acceptable products.
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Doctor Mike's Internet Medicine

If it continues to spread past the demarcation that we usually draw using a skin marker-we say Sharpie, but it's a skin marker-we say that this is spreading. Diagnosis: possible sepsis. Varshavski was not talking to the patient or to nursing staff. He was not even in a hospital. He was speaking into a camera in a two-bedroom apartment on the fifty-sixth floor of a building in Hell's Kitchen, in a makeshift studio where he records videos and his popular podcast.
Medicine
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

Doctors, Nurses, And EMTs Are Sharing Body Facts They Wish Everyone Knew Sooner

You get sick from staying inside, breathing the same germ-filled air. Open your windows, even for five minutes, to circulate the old air out and let in fresh air. Also, if you're taking your child to the doctor, don't wait to treat their fever because you want 'the provider to see the fever.' Your child might wait two hours to be seen, meanwhile their temperature goes up, and they might have a seizure. If you say they've been having fevers, we believe you.
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Healthcare
fromHarvard Business Review
1 month ago

Healthcare Uses Specialized Language. It Needs Specialized AI, Too.

Healthcare professionals across specialties use inconsistent terminology and communication styles, creating significant translation barriers that impede care coordination and data interoperability.
Healthcare
fromZDNET
1 month ago

The good, bad, and ugly of AI healthcare, according to a doctor who uses AI

People increasingly use AI for health advice despite its unreliability, driven by declining trust in healthcare institutions and the technology's convenience and accessibility.
Medicine
fromNature
2 months ago

Cheap AI chatbots transform medical diagnoses in places with limited care

Cheap large language models can substantially improve diagnostic accuracy and support under-resourced clinicians and community health workers in low- and middle-income settings.
Healthcare
fromAxios
1 month ago

The era of Doctor AI is already here

Millions use ChatGPT for health advice daily despite clinical deployment debates, creating a reality where AI is already widely used for direct-to-consumer medical guidance outside formal healthcare systems.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Connected data will rescue healthcare

AI plays an important role-but not by fixing fragmented data on its own. The work of organizing, connecting, and interpreting healthcare information still belongs to people and the systems they build. Where AI helps is after that foundation is in place: by bringing the right information forward at the right time, reducing the effort it takes to find what matters, and supporting better decisions in the moment of care.
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Healthcare
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Responsible compounding could close the innovation gap

Compounding can responsibly accelerate patient access to needed therapies when grounded in rigorous data, filling genuine clinical gaps while pursuing FDA approval, particularly in underserved areas like women's health.
Healthcare
fromTheregister
1 month ago

AI doctor's assistant swayed to change scrips - researchers

Healthcare AI systems can be manipulated through prompt injection techniques to bypass safety measures, reveal system instructions, and generate harmful recommendations that persist in patient records.
Healthcare
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

The Benefits of Choosing Virtual Medical Services

Virtual healthcare offers convenient, time-saving, secure remote medical consultations that reduce infectious exposure, increase access, and fit busy schedules.
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

The Rise of Telemedicine: How Digital Health is Reshaping Medical Equipment Demand

Between March 2020 and March 2022, over 100 million telemedicine services were delivered to approximately 17 million Australians. The Australian government invested $409 million to make telehealth permanent, whilst the UK announced £600 million for digital health infrastructure in April 2025. Patient adoption is equally impressive: 60% find telemedicine more convenient than in-person appointments, 55% report higher satisfaction with teleconsultations, and 74% of millennials prefer virtual appointments for routine care. These aren't temporary shifts; they represent a fundamental transformation in healthcare delivery.
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