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#artificial-intelligence
fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago
Digital life

I'm a Doctor. I Never in a Million Years Thought I'd Do What I'm Doing Now to Connect With Patients.

fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago
Digital life

I'm a Doctor. I Never in a Million Years Thought I'd Do What I'm Doing Now to Connect With Patients.

#ai-in-healthcare
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Digital life

Cedars-Sinai's AI tool delivered 24/7 care to 42,000 patients. Now, doctors can focus on treatment, not paperwork.

fromFuturism
1 month ago
Healthcare

AI Does Something Subtly Bizarre If You Make Typos While Talking to It

AI chatbots may misinterpret patient messages with typos, impacting care recommendations and disproportionately affecting women's healthcare advice.
fromFast Company
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Enough hype about AI in health-let's talk about results

AI in healthcare promises improvement but requires action to deliver tangible patient outcomes.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Digital life

Cedars-Sinai's AI tool delivered 24/7 care to 42,000 patients. Now, doctors can focus on treatment, not paperwork.

fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

One neurosurgeon, 8 million patients

Morie Abibu, paralyzed and suffering from a growing mass near his spinal cord, requires urgent neurosurgery to prevent suffocation and a devastating end of life.
Public health
Public health
fromTruthout
6 days ago

NIH Hospital Sees "Manufactured Crisis" as Patient Numbers Plummet Under Trump

Patient numbers at the NIH Clinical Center have significantly decreased during the second Trump administration, affecting cancer clinical trial participation.
fromHealthbeat
1 week ago

NY's Brookdale Hospital depends on international doctors. Visa restrictions are causing disruptions.

Anastasiia Tsyunchyk transitioned from a medical career in Ukraine to a residency in the U.S. amid challenges from cultural differences and patient affordability.
fromMedCity News
1 week ago

Florida's New Stem Cell Law: What It Signals for Physicians, Patients and the Future of Regenerative Medicine - MedCity News

Florida passed a law allowing non-FDA-approved stem cell treatments for specific medical indications by licensed physicians with strict regulatory compliance.
fromRubyflow
1 week ago
Healthcare

Streamlining Healthcare Through Mobile Innovation

Mobile-based healthcare applications are transforming patient care, enabling smart appointment booking, secure data handling, and real-time access to medical information.
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Is AI really trying to escape human control and blackmail people?

AI risks stem from poor design and implementation rather than fictional scenarios, necessitating better safeguarding measures.
Science
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago

Susana Puig, dermatologist: A tan is the body's response to skin damage there's not much sense in seeking it out'

Susana Puig, head of dermatology, takes on new role as director of IDIBAPS, balancing joy and loss of patient interaction.
US politics
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

Senate Dems Investigate UnitedHealth Scheme to Slash Nursing Home Care Expenses

UnitedHealth Group reported $34 billion in 2024 profits while facing scrutiny for allegedly compromising patient care in nursing homes.
Healthcare
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

Children's Health Care Is in Danger

Chandra's experience with Medicaid transformed her view on its necessity and value for families in need of medical care.
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Mental Health Care, Authenticity, and Unintended Experiments

High-quality care in psychiatry encompasses efficacy, meaningfulness, recovery, and patient-specific goals.
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

The Distinction Between Trauma-Informed and Trauma-Trained

In modern society, being a trauma-informed clinician is essential as it involves understanding how trauma influences a person's behavior, emotions, and relationships.
Mental health
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Once a death sentence, this heart condition is finally treatable

New medications are transforming cardiac amyloidosis from a fatal diagnosis into a manageable condition.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

NHS in England told to keep Welsh patients waiting

Powys health board's new policy causes longer waiting times for patients seeking treatments in England.
fromsfist.com
4 weeks ago

Laguna Honda Denied 120-Bed Expansion Bid By Federal Regulators

Laguna Honda's expansion plan for 120 additional beds was denied due to past drug overdose incidents.
fromHackernoon
6 years ago

Finding Product-Market Fit in Healthcare: Lessons from Blending Automations with a Human Touch | HackerNoon

Behavioral health referrals from primary care face significant obstacles due to lack of reliable partners, creating care gaps for millions of patients.
#nhs
#private-equity
fromFuturism
1 month ago
Health

"McDonald's for Teeth": Private Equity is Destroying Our Teeth, Dental Professionals Warn

fromFuturism
1 month ago
Health

"McDonald's for Teeth": Private Equity is Destroying Our Teeth, Dental Professionals Warn

#healthcare-reform
fromFortune
1 month ago
Healthcare

Fortune 100 health insurer Humana commits to 'greater transparency' on preapproval as it slashes a third of all mandates

fromFortune
1 month ago
Healthcare

Fortune 100 health insurer Humana commits to 'greater transparency' on preapproval as it slashes a third of all mandates

fromAeon
1 month ago

We must stop treating victims of epistemic harm as things | Aeon Essays

Ignoring a patient's knowledge due to prejudice can lead to severe physical, financial, emotional, and epistemic harm.
#healthcare
Public health
fromWIRED
1 month ago

At Least 750 US Hospitals Faced Disruptions During Last Year's CrowdStrike Outage, Study Finds

The CrowdStrike software crash disrupted patient care services at over 200 hospitals, raising concerns about patient health and hospital operations.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
1 month ago

Croydon hospital requires improvement' with 'dangerously long delays in care'

Patients at Croydon University Hospital faced excessively long delays in emergency care, requiring improvement in several critical areas.
Public health
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

'It will haunt them forever': California hospital accused of losing bodies

Dignity Health faces lawsuits for gross negligence in handling deceased patients' remains.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

A Sleep Doctor's Experience With CPAP

As a Behavioral Sleep Medicine Specialist, I see firsthand how challenging it is for many patients to acclimate to CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machines. Insomnia can be a major barrier to CPAP success.
Mental health
fromHarvard Business Review
1 month ago

Cultivating a Culture of Human Ingenuity in the Age of AI - SPONSOR CONTENT FROM SANOFI

The biopharmaceutical industry must focus on reinventing work alongside advancements in medicine, leveraging AI for innovation.
Public health
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago

Parking issues and 'inadequate' signs found at Hornchurch health hub

Limited car parking and inadequate facilities at St George's Health and Wellbeing Hub raise concerns about accessibility and safety for both staff and patients.
Healthcare
fromClickUp
1 month ago

Free Nursing Report Sheet Templates for Better Patient Handoffs

Nursing report sheet templates improve patient care and communication during shift changes.
US politics
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

My 11-Year-Old Patient Was Pregnant. Here's What I Want You To Know About Being 'Pro-Life.'

Judicial discussions may threaten reproductive rights, reflecting disconnect from real-life implications.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Some GPs to offer coaching to get sick people back to work

A total of £1.5m is being made available to 15 regions in England, which will be shared between GP practices to hire coaches or occupational therapists.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Fundamental flaws in the NHS psychiatric system | Letters

Bella Jackson's book highlights systemic flaws in psychiatric care and the need for more compassion toward patients.
Healthcare
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Silent Weight of Shame in Medicine

Patient encounters can leave lasting impressions and evoke feelings of regret, especially when systemic limitations hinder effective care.
Health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Pain relief is available for gynaecological procedures so why isn't it used? | Letters

Misogyny in healthcare significantly impacts women's experience during screening procedures, leading to pain and delays.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Number of patients in UK waiting for lifesaving organ transplant at record high

The number of patients waiting for a lifesaving organ transplant in the UK has increased to a record high while there has been a sharp drop in donors.
Public health
#ivf
fromCbsnews
1 month ago
Health

Boston aesthetician helps clients with IVF injections, hoping to ease stress of infertility treatments

fromCbsnews
1 month ago
Health

Boston aesthetician helps clients with IVF injections, hoping to ease stress of infertility treatments

fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago

'I have cancer, but revolutionary new treatment means I can dance again'

Manual lymphatic drainage helps breast cancer patients like Margherita manage lymphoedema and improve quality of life.
Health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Twelve key takeaways from Labour's 10-year NHS plan

The NHS app expansion aims to enhance patient care, reduce waiting times, and improve service accessibility through AI and digitized processes.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'Pictures of health' cut skin cancer check waits

Clinical photographers in Nottinghamshire see patients referred by GPs typically within a couple of days, cutting what used to be weeks of waiting for consultant appointments.
Health
Cannabis
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
1 month ago

Misdiagnosed and Ignored: A Cannabis Patient's ICU Nightmare | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Medical bias against cannabis led to misdiagnosis and mistreatment of an 18-year-old patient, nearly costing her life.
#childrens-health-ireland
#nhs-reform
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago

Carer who abused Bexley pensioner before his death got hospital job months later

Bilikesu Olagunju was sacked after abusing an 88-year-old dementia patient, yet she secured a job on a stroke ward at Homerton University Hospital shortly after.
Health
#sepsis
Healthcare
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

Sweden's Tandem Health secures 42.6M to build AI-native OS that empowers clinicians - Silicon Canals

Tandem Health raised $50M to revolutionize healthcare workflows through AI, enhancing patient care by reducing admin burdens.
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Are Electronic Health Records the Future of Patient-Centered Care?

EHRs enhance patient-centered care by facilitating better communication and coordination among healthcare providers, ensuring swift access to essential medical information.
Health
fromNatural Health News
1 month ago

Harnessing the Healing Power of Music

Researchers are now recognizing music as a neurological stimulus capable of rewiring your brain, essential for restoring functions like speech and movement.
Alternative medicine
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Run-down state of psychiatric units is highlighted in watchdog's yearly report

The reduction in children sent to adult psychiatric units signals improvement in mental health services.
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 month ago

Maimonides Cancer Center celebrates 20 years of world-class cancer care in Brooklyn * Brooklyn Paper

Maimonides Cancer Center has provided Brooklyn with world-class cancer care for two decades, fulfilling a critical need for accessible treatment within the community.
Brooklyn
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Holistic Home Care: What It Really Means and Why It Matters

Holistic home care enhances quality of life and health outcomes by addressing physical, mental, and emotional needs in a supportive environment.
Healthcare
fromtime.com
1 month ago

Health Insurers VowAgainto Fix Prior Authorization Process. Here's What to Know

Health insurance companies pledged to reform the prior authorization process amid patient and provider complaints of care delays.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago

UK medical experts claim poor quality incontinence care is contributing to the NHS

Incontinence management can significantly impact hospital bed occupancy and patient discharge timing.
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

Health insurers move to streamline prior authorization process, promising quicker care

The health care system remains fragmented and burdened by outdated manual processes, resulting in frustration for patients and providers alike, according to AHIP CEO Mike Tuffin.
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

UK sickle cell patients get worse care than sufferers of similar disorders'

People living with sickle cell disease experience significantly poorer care compared to those with cystic fibrosis, due to inadequate investment and attention over the years.
Healthcare
SF parents
fromThe Oaklandside
2 months ago

Strike at Children's Hospital Oakland - what you need to know

Healthcare workers protest UCSF's integration plan, fearing reduced income and compromised patient care.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

His custom cancer therapy is in an NIH freezer. He may not get it in time.

Staff cuts at NIH delayed critical cancer treatment for a patient, highlighting the real-world impact of administrative decisions on health outcomes.
fromsilive
2 months ago

'Time is brain': RUMC earns certification for advanced stroke care

A thrombectomy is a minimally invasive procedure where a catheter is inserted to remove a blood clot from a vessel, restoring normal blood flow.
NYC startup
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago

Hope for sufferers of 'invisible' tinnitus disorder - Harvard Gazette

A new objective measure for tinnitus may improve diagnosis and therapies for this common auditory disorder.
fromSun Sentinel
2 months ago

A Father's Day gift: Great-grandfather beats lung cancer with help of robots

Dr. Stephen Milan highlighted the significance of early detection, saying: "An ION robotic bronchoscopy allows me to go after nodules that are less than a centimeter in size. That is where survivorship is best, because you are catching cancer at the earliest possible stage."
Alternative medicine
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

I'm an NHS leader - but mum still suffered at hands of health service because she was black

The NHS faces serious systemic issues that lead to inequality in healthcare access, as highlighted by Lord Adebowale's mother's experience.
Agile
fromCornell Chronicle
2 months ago

Inside the medical crash cart robot: Designing for urgency, collaboration, and clarity | Cornell Chronicle

Reimagining medical crash carts as robots can enhance efficiency in emergency care.
Artificial intelligence
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

How voice AI can slash healthcare clinicians' workloads - and offer companionship for older adults

Voice AI enhances healthcare efficiency by automating administrative tasks, allowing staff to focus on patient care instead of busywork.
Pets
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

For young patients, therapy dogs are an Rx for the hospital jitters

Therapy dogs significantly improve children's hospital experiences by providing comfort and joy during difficult times.
Information security
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Ransomware scum leak patient data after disrupting services

Kettering Health's personal data potentially leaked due to a ransomware attack, affecting numerous patients and complicating their care.
Gadgets
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The best water flossers, tested: seven models for that dentist-clean feeling

Water flossers are a practical and effective alternative for improving gum health, especially for those struggling with traditional flossing.
Healthcare
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Health giant Kettering still facing disruption weeks after ransomware attack | TechCrunch

Kettering Health continues to face significant operational challenges two weeks after a ransomware attack.
Cannabis
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

All The Ways Medical Marijuana Helps Fight Cancer

Medical marijuana offers significant benefits in cancer treatment, particularly in pain management and alleviation of chemotherapy side effects.
Healthcare
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

How Can We Put "Health" and "Care" Back in Healthcare?

America's healthcare system is in crisis with reduced trust, declining life expectancy, and a growing burnout epidemic among healthcare providers.
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