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Stroke rehabilitation: personalized Brain-Computer Interface therapy

Digital Health Global

Dr. Sam Darvishi and his team in Australia have demonstrated the potential of personalized brain-computer interface (BCI) therapy to significantly improve hand mobility in stroke survivors. Results of the research have been published here. The study titled “ Investigating the impact of feedback update interval on the efficacy of restorative brain-computer interfaces ” explored how the feedback update interval (FUI) affects the effectiveness of brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) in stroke rehabilit

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Clinical Value of Digital Phenotyping in Mental Health

Lloyd Price

Exec Summary: Digital phenotyping is a groundbreaking approach that leverages technology to gather and analyse data on individuals' behaviours, emotions, and physiological responses. In the realm of mental health, this technology holds immense potential to revolutionise diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring. How Does Digital Phenotyping Work? Digital phenotyping employs various digital tools, including: Smartphones: Track activities, sleep patterns, location, and app usage.

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Weekly Roundup – August 3, 2024

Healthcare IT Today

Welcome to our Healthcare IT Today Weekly Roundup. Each week, we’ll be providing a look back at the articles we posted and why they’re important to the healthcare IT community. We hope this gives you a chance to catch up on anything you may have missed during the week. Helping Canadian Healthcare Build Resilience. Colin Hung caught up with Bill Bryer at Pure Storage to talk about enabling organizations to reduce the cost of replacing technology infrastructure – and, in the process, positio

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Why Digital Fire Drills are Crucial for HealthTech

Lloyd Price

Exec Summary: In the high-stakes world of healthtech, data breaches and system failures can have catastrophic consequences. Just as physical fire drills prepare employees for emergencies, digital fire drills can simulate and mitigate potential IT crises. What is a Digital Fire Drill? A digital fire drill is a simulated IT disaster designed to test an organisation's response and recovery capabilities.

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The Evolution of Communication in Healthcare Settings

Healthcare communication has evolved from handwritten notes and paper charts to digital tools like EHRs, telemedicine, and AI-powered platforms. This blog explores how these advancements improve patient outcomes, streamline care delivery, and enhance provider collaboration. Learn about the role of mobile health (mHealth) apps, secure messaging, and social media in bridging communication gaps.