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Healthcare
fromThe Verge
3 hours ago

This chatbot can prescribe psych meds. Kind of.

Utah allows an AI system to prescribe psychiatric drugs, raising concerns about risks and the effectiveness of expanding mental health care.
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Two in five Australian GPs use AI scribes to record patient notes but do they trade care for convenience?

AI scribes in Australian GP offices are increasing, raising concerns about consent, privacy, and accuracy in patient interactions.
Healthcare
fromThe Verge
3 hours ago

This chatbot can prescribe psych meds. Kind of.

Utah allows an AI system to prescribe psychiatric drugs, raising concerns about risks and the effectiveness of expanding mental health care.
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Two in five Australian GPs use AI scribes to record patient notes but do they trade care for convenience?

AI scribes in Australian GP offices are increasing, raising concerns about consent, privacy, and accuracy in patient interactions.
Wearables
fromThe Verge
1 hour ago

How the Apple Watch defined modern health tech

The Apple Watch Series 4 revolutionized health tech with FDA-cleared atrial fibrillation detection, influencing the development of advanced consumer health wearables.
Health
fromDefenderNetwork.com
4 hours ago

Sitting Is the New Smoking: Why Houston's Remote Workers Are at Risk

Excessive sedentary behavior linked to serious health issues, including cancer and cardiovascular disease, poses significant risks for remote workers.
Psychology
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

Stop the brain rot! 12 ways to stay sharp in a mind-frazzling world

Brain rot, characterized by cognitive decline from easy information, is rising due to social media and shortform videos, leading to exhaustion.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
17 hours ago

Telehealth giant Hims & Hers says its customer support system was hacked | TechCrunch

Hims & Hers confirmed a data breach affecting customer support data, including names and contact information, but not medical records.
Mental health
fromwww.bbc.com
9 hours ago

Men's group hopes to eases strain on NHS services

Moreton Men Sports Group provides informal mental health support through sports, helping men combat loneliness and connect with their community.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
1 hour ago

How to Embrace Being "More" Spiritual

Awareness of the transcendent reveals depth and meaning in life, fostering spiritual growth and a sense of oneness with the world.
#ai
Remote teams
fromFortune
2 days ago

As AI reshapes the office, Fortune's Best Companies to Work For are doubling down on the most human perks | Fortune

Companies must adapt to the AI era by prioritizing employee support and engagement while investing in AI-ready careers.
Remote teams
fromFortune
2 days ago

As AI reshapes the office, Fortune's Best Companies to Work For are doubling down on the most human perks | Fortune

Companies must adapt to the AI era by prioritizing employee support and engagement while investing in AI-ready careers.
Running
fromiRunFar
5 hours ago

Running and Aging: Finding Surprise Improvements

Crown King Scramble 50k offers a consistent and challenging course for runners, fostering a strong community and personal growth through endurance.
Wellness
fromwww.theguardian.com
23 hours ago

Protein chips, sex chocolate: what are functional foods', and do they actually boost health?

Functional foods are gaining popularity, promising health benefits beyond basic nutrition, driven by consumer health consciousness and market growth.
#mental-health
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago
Canada news

2 GTA mental health treatment centres for first responders a step closer to reality with new funding | CBC News

Relationships
fromFast Company
6 hours ago

Why your next PTO day should be a 'skip day'

Skip day is a tradition where friends take a mental health day off work to enjoy time together, promoting well-being and connection.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

2 GTA mental health treatment centres for first responders a step closer to reality with new funding | CBC News

Federal government allocates $15 million for new treatment facilities for first responders with post-traumatic stress injuries in Greater Toronto Area.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

You Budget Your Money. Why Not Your Mental Health?

Mental health and financial health share foundational habits that lead to freedom and self-determination, emphasizing the importance of a diversified mental health plan.
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
1 day ago

Microlearning Solutions For Mobile: How L&D Leaders Build Engaging, In-The-Flow-Of-Work Learning

Mobile microlearning solutions effectively address time scarcity and fragmented attention, providing quick, accessible training for modern employees.
Exercise
fromNature
1 day ago

Regular physical activity in midlife cuts risk of early death

Regular moderate-to-vigorous physical activity significantly reduces early death risk in middle-aged women.
Retirement
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

I'm 66 and I spent forty years trying to stay positive through everything - and what I actually created was a life where nobody knew me well enough to notice when I was drowning - Silicon Canals

Staying positive can lead to hidden struggles and emotional isolation, as individuals often mask their true feelings to appear strong.
fromwww.gsmarena.com
1 day ago

Google teases its Whoop competitor

Google's new health tracker, teased by Steph Curry, features a Whoop-inspired design and will include a subscription service with an AI-based personal health coach.
Mobile UX
Medicine
fromThe Atlantic
3 days 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.
Data science
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

Mantis Biotech is making 'digital twins' of humans to help solve medicine's data availability problem | TechCrunch

Large language models can enhance genomics and clinical practices, but struggle with rare diseases due to data scarcity.
#nutrition
fromNextgov.com
3 days ago

Lawmaker looks to award grants for veteran suicide prevention AI models

The Recovery Engagement and Coordination for Health-Veteran Enhanced Treatment, or REACH VET, program identifies veterans in the top 0.1% of suicide risk by analyzing health records for specific indicators of potential self-harm.
Non-profit organizations
Digital life
fromForbes
3 days ago

Digital Nomads Are Changing How Professionals Think About Work In 2026

Digital nomads are redefining work-life balance by prioritizing location and lifestyle over traditional office-based employment.
#behavioral-health
Healthcare
fromFast Company
1 week 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.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
3 days ago

Opinion: New York's Mental Health Crisis Demands We Invest in Programs That Work

Scaling and coordinating effective behavioral health programs is essential for creating a continuum of care in New York City.
Healthcare
fromFast Company
1 week 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.
Women
fromeuronews
4 days ago

Working from home is linked to higher fertility, new study finds

Working from home is linked to higher fertility, with couples having more children when both partners work from home.
#healthcare
Public health
fromFortune
4 days ago

Private equity is eying Asia's healthcare funding gap as countries get wealthier and older | Fortune

Southeast Asia faces a healthcare funding gap as non-communicable diseases rise, with governments investing less than 4% of GDP in healthcare.
Healthcare
fromFortune
2 hours ago

The startup looking to solve health care's fax machine problem | Fortune

Fax machines remain prevalent in healthcare for document transmission despite advancements in technology.
Healthcare
fromForbes
4 days ago

How Independent Medical Practices Can Scale Through Systems Thinking

Independent medical practices struggle to grow due to structural challenges, not clinical outcomes, in a healthcare economy favoring larger organizations.
Healthcare
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

When Doctors Are Rated Like Uber Drivers

Healthcare should not be reduced to a rating system that overlooks the complexities of medical practice and the challenges faced by physicians.
Public health
fromFortune
4 days ago

Private equity is eying Asia's healthcare funding gap as countries get wealthier and older | Fortune

Southeast Asia faces a healthcare funding gap as non-communicable diseases rise, with governments investing less than 4% of GDP in healthcare.
Healthcare
fromFortune
2 hours ago

The startup looking to solve health care's fax machine problem | Fortune

Fax machines remain prevalent in healthcare for document transmission despite advancements in technology.
Healthcare
fromForbes
4 days ago

How Independent Medical Practices Can Scale Through Systems Thinking

Independent medical practices struggle to grow due to structural challenges, not clinical outcomes, in a healthcare economy favoring larger organizations.
Healthcare
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

When Doctors Are Rated Like Uber Drivers

Healthcare should not be reduced to a rating system that overlooks the complexities of medical practice and the challenges faced by physicians.
Wearables
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Finally, a wearable designed for women approaching menopause

A new wearable device called Peri helps women monitor perimenopause symptoms and lifestyle factors.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
23 hours ago

Mental Time Travel Is Our Ticket for a Healthier Society

Short-term thinking can lead to regrets; mental time travel enhances decision-making and benefits organizations through Future Design.
#remote-work
Careers
fromFinanceBuzz
1 day ago

10 Work-from-Home Jobs That Don't Keep You on the Phone All Day

Working from home offers flexibility and opportunities for various remote jobs that do not require constant phone communication.
Remote teams
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

This Is a Normal Part of Working Today. I Don't Understand How People Do It Without Losing Their Minds.

Remote work culture can create stress due to constant connectivity expectations on platforms like Slack.
Careers
fromFinanceBuzz
1 day ago

10 Work-from-Home Jobs That Don't Keep You on the Phone All Day

Working from home offers flexibility and opportunities for various remote jobs that do not require constant phone communication.
Remote teams
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

This Is a Normal Part of Working Today. I Don't Understand How People Do It Without Losing Their Minds.

Remote work culture can create stress due to constant connectivity expectations on platforms like Slack.
Health
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

The Things Physician Mothers Don't Talk About

Strength is often misrepresented as silence, leading to feelings of inadequacy in motherhood and personal identity.
Apple
fromTechRepublic
1 week ago

Perplexity Health Connects Medical Records and Wearables in New AI Push - TechRepublic

Perplexity Health consolidates health data from various sources into a single dashboard for personalized health insights.
Exercise
fromScienceDaily
4 days ago

Just a few minutes of effort could lower your risk of 8 major diseases

Just a few minutes of vigorous activity daily can significantly reduce the risk of major diseases like heart disease and dementia.
#health
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
19 hours ago

Psychology says the most important life lesson isn't learning to make better decisions - it's learning to live peacefully with the ones you can't undo - Silicon Canals

Irreversible choices shape our lives and learning to coexist with them is crucial for mental well-being.
Wellness
fromBusiness Matters
3 days ago

Interview: The Light System on Building a New Category in Wellness Technology

The Light System combines light technology and holistic health to enhance wellness through energy system engagement.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
3 days ago

body agency and the ways wearable devices let people regain control of their physical forms

Body agency is a power returned after an incident took it away from the user's physical form, and some wearable devices and technologies have this exact goal in mind.
Wearables
#burnout
Careers
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Burnt-out managers are destroying teams. These 5 daily habits reverse it

Burnout among managers is prevalent, but resilience can be built through specific daily habits, including openly practicing self-care.
Mental health
fromNature
2 days ago

Struggling to focus on research when the world is 'on fire'? Some ways to cope

Global news events are causing burnout and mental exhaustion among researchers, impacting their work and personal lives.
Careers
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Burnt-out managers are destroying teams. These 5 daily habits reverse it

Burnout among managers is prevalent, but resilience can be built through specific daily habits, including openly practicing self-care.
Mental health
fromNature
2 days ago

Struggling to focus on research when the world is 'on fire'? Some ways to cope

Global news events are causing burnout and mental exhaustion among researchers, impacting their work and personal lives.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Our skin is falling off and no-one can tell us why

Topical steroid withdrawal (TSW) is a serious condition affecting many eczema patients, leading to severe skin reactions and inadequate medical recognition.
Health
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Why employees with chronic pain feel shame-and how they can break free

Chronic pain affects 23% of U.S. adults, impacting productivity and costing the economy $722 billion annually.
#happiness
Mindfulness
fromMindful
1 day ago

A Meditation to Allow Genuine Happiness, Even In Hard Times

Accessing genuine happiness during difficult times is essential for recovery and well-being.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Shake Off Winter Blues: Brain-Healthy Habits for This Spring

Tracking happiness too closely can reduce enjoyment; supporting gut health and replacing bad habits with healthier ones can enhance overall well-being.
Mindfulness
fromMindful
1 day ago

A Meditation to Allow Genuine Happiness, Even In Hard Times

Accessing genuine happiness during difficult times is essential for recovery and well-being.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Shake Off Winter Blues: Brain-Healthy Habits for This Spring

Tracking happiness too closely can reduce enjoyment; supporting gut health and replacing bad habits with healthier ones can enhance overall well-being.
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

People With Bipolar and BPD Struggle in Mental Healthcare

There is a unique kind of pain in losing your mind, not just once, but over and over. Losing your perception of reality, of your emotions, of your closest relationships-both across months and multiple times a day. Knowing deep down that something is wrong but being unable to stop it.
Mental health
Wellness
fromZDNET
3 days ago

These 7 wellness gadgets helped me become more mindful (and they're still on sale)

Technology can enhance mindfulness and wellness through various devices that promote presence, stress relief, and better sleep.
Wearables
fromZDNET
2 days ago

Galaxy Watch users in the US can finally track their blood pressure - here's what you need

Samsung Galaxy Watch users in the US can now monitor blood pressure with calibration required using an inflatable cuff monitor.
Healthcare
fromFortune
4 days ago

AI is reshaping the doctor visit-just not how you think | Fortune

Digital health startups raised $14.2 billion in 2025, with AI companies capturing 54% of that funding and influencing patient-provider dynamics.
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Partnership on the Spiritual Path

Devon Hase states, 'People are trying desperately to fix, optimize, or escape their way out of relationship difficulty - and suffering more for the effort. Social media has made this worse! We're surrounded by images of perfect partnerships while quietly drowning in our own ordinary struggles.' This highlights the pressure couples feel in the age of social media.
Mindfulness
Health
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

Fitbit's AI health coach will soon be able to read your medical records

Google enables Fitbit users to link medical records to their AI health coach for more personalized wellness advice, following similar moves by Amazon, OpenAI, and Microsoft.
Medicine
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

UC-created algorithm can help treat chronic health condition

A UC-developed hypertension medication algorithm improved blood pressure control in nearly 5,000 California patients and prevented dozens of deaths after implementation in 2023.
Mindfulness
fromMindful
1 week ago

Just One Thing: Be Kind to Yourself by Being Kind to Others

Recognizing the importance of kindness to others leads to personal peace and fulfillment.
fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks 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
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Caring for the Part of You That Wants to Die

Suicide ideation affects 15.6% of U.S. adults, with significant risk factors including mental disorders, trauma, and social circumstances.
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

The difference between people who actually change their lives and people who just talk about it almost always comes down to what they do in the first 90 seconds after waking up - Silicon Canals

The first 90 seconds after waking significantly influence the rest of the day, often leading to reactive behavior if not managed properly.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Mother, Clinician, Witness: Healing Communities

Violence against children impacts the entire community, necessitating protective programs and trauma-informed care for meaningful change.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Outsmarting Depression: A 6-Step Roadmap to Personal Renewal

Depressive symptoms, often dismissed as everyday blues, can escalate quickly and disrupt life, highlighting the importance of recognizing and addressing mental health issues.
Alternative medicine
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

Help yourself to stronger immunity

The immune system can be enhanced through science-backed interventions including specific supplements, vaccines, and exercise, with omega-3 fatty acids and curcumin showing evidence of effectiveness while vitamin D proves less beneficial than previously claimed.
fromAol
4 weeks ago

How Americans are rethinking wellness in 2026

Instead of chasing fleeting fads, people have been responding to a deep-seated burnout fueled by economic instability and the relentless demands of hybrid work. This exhaustion is steering many away from generic fitness trends and toward the precision of wearables, health apps, and AI-driven tools.
Wellness
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 days ago

Why Young People Are Embracing Kennedy's Make America Healthy Again' Lifestyle

I had really bad gut issues when I was younger. I was crying every day, and it felt like all the foods I ate were destroying my body. Doctors diagnosed me with I.B.S. but told me there wasn't much they could do.
Mental health
fromFast Company
1 month ago

How gamification is transforming public health

In many ways, public health can't afford to ignore gamification. Addiction is already gamified-and it's winning. As one example, "smart" vapes now feature screens, rewards, animations, and puff tracking. These high-tech devices have become top-selling products, with 32% of youth and 33% of young adults reporting using vapes with screens, games, or Bluetooth connectivity in the past month. These products are applying the same engagement strategies used in consumer tech to drive repeat use and ultimately sustain addictive behavior.
Public health
fromNews Center
1 month ago

Advancing Preventive Care and Cardiovascular Risk Prediction Through Online Tools - News Center

As the Magerstadt Professor of Cardiovascular Epidemiology, Khan studies the epidemiology of risk for heart failure. Using population-based cohorts and large electronic health record data analyses, she performs mechanistic studies that may enhance risk prediction and identify novel therapeutic agents for the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease. Khan and her team have developed a tool to predict risk and prevent cardiovascular disease such as heart failure, stroke, arrhythmia, coronary artery disease and many other conditions.
Public health
fromBuzzFeed
1 month 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.
Public health
#wellness
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Ha T. Hatley, MD: Building a Modern Practice Around Care

"I grew up in a family that valued hard work and education," she says. "Starting over in a new country reinforced that nothing comes easily, but progress is always possible."
Medicine
Healthcare
fromBusiness Matters
1 month 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.
Health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

What's the easiest way to get healthy? I tried biohacking my life to live longer

Small, incremental improvements in sleep, diet, and exercise can significantly increase longevity, with minimal changes adding up to meaningful lifespan gains.
Health
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Daniel Ek believes prevention is the key to a long life. He's bringing a 'new healthcare experience' to NYC for the first time

Neko Health will open its first U.S. diagnostic clinic in New York City in spring to offer preventive comprehensive body-scanning services.
Wellness
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Tired of the wellness industrial complex? Six rules to ditch and what to do instead

Prioritize consistent, varied movement—about 150 minutes weekly of moderate-to-vigorous activity—plus strength and flexibility training; avoid extreme fitness trends and overcomplication.
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