Tue.Feb 11, 2025

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Innovation or exploitation: the ethical challenges of AI in speech therapy

KevinMD

Artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere. It’s in our phones, our search engines, and increasingly, in our health care systems. For speech-language pathologists (SLPs), AI holds the potential to be a powerful allyoffering tools to enhance patient care, track progress, and even expand access to therapy for underserved populations. But with every innovation comes responsibility.

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While providers make clinical discoveries faster, RPM is shifting to a new care model

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Every day in the United States, 10,000 Americans turn 65 , according to the AARP. And 85% of older Americans have at least one chronic condition , according to the National Institutes of Health. Against this backdrop, health systems usually wait until a patient is in a costly state before implementing a remote patient monitoring program. That's because distributing connected devices to homes is extremely difficult to scale.

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AI screened 50,000 eyes to create retinal maps

Mobi Health News

The Australian-led project developed these maps, claimed to be the most detailed ever made, to link retinal thinning to various diseases.

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​Leading Global Healthtech Company, Harrison.ai, to Bring Proven AI-Powered Medical Diagnostic Support and Workflow Solutions to the United States; US$112 Million Series C Fuels Global Expansion

Digital Health Global

Companys Radiology and Pathology Solutions Expand Clinician Capacity, Increase Operational Efficiency, and Improve Early Disease Diagnosis BOSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Harrison.ai, a leading global healthtech company and developer of AI-powered medical diagnostic support and workflow solutions, announced today the accelerated expansion of its operations into the United States, a move supported by US$112 million of Series C funding.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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Gamified screening tool in Singapore detects early dementia in 15 minutes

Mobi Health News

Its developer, a spinoff from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, is looking to raise up to $1.5 million to commercialise their MCI screening tool.

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ŌURA Secures $200 Million in Series D Funding

Healthcare IT Today

Investments from Fidelity Management & Research Company and Dexcom Bring URA Valuation to $5.2 Billion URA , the company behind Oura Ring, the worlds leading smart ring, today announced the completion of a $200 million Series D funding round. Fidelity Management & Research Company and Dexcom, the global leader in glucose biosensing, participated in the round.

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Elon Musk consortium launches $97.4B takeover bid for OpenAI

Mobi Health News

OpenAI cofounder Sam Altman says the company "is not for sale.

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Four Community Hospital Systems to Implement Paragon Denali from Altera Digital Health

Digital Health Global

First healthcare organizations adopt cloud-native EHR to reduce downtime, enable innovative care NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Altera Digital Health , a global health IT leader, today announced that four hospital systems plan to implement Paragon Denali , a cloud-native electronic health record (EHR) designed for rural, critical access and community hospitals.

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Oklahoma DOH replaces public health surveillance system with Conduent's platform

Mobi Health News

The aim of Conduent's Maven is to help epidemiologists detect, monitor, track and report health threats.

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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.

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Core Sound Imaging, Provider of Medical Imaging Platform Studycast, Announces $80 Million Growth Investment from PSG

Healthcare IT Today

Investment to Help Drive Expansion to Support Platform Growth Core Sound Imaging , provider of medical imaging platform Studycast, today announced an $80 million growth investment from PSG , a leading growth equity firm that specializes in partnering with software and technology-enabled services companies to capitalize on transformational growth. The investment will support Studycasts plans to help accelerate its growth in core verticals, enter new clinical areas, and further enable AI usage on

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What can smart technologies achieve for healthcare?

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Enterprise Taxonomy: AI Operations Telehealth Analytics Digital Health Business Patient Access Data and Information Technology Node settings: Exclude from Accelerate RSS feed

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Making Prior Authorization Easier

BHM Healthcare Solutions

Learn how insurance companies can streamline the process with AI, automatic approvals, and better communication to improve patient care. The post Making Prior Authorization Easier appeared first on BHM Healthcare Solutions.

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Guy’s and St Thomas’ has ‘reporting issues’ with £450m Epic EPR

DigitalHealth

Guys and St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust is using manual data extraction for key reporting tasks, owing to issues with its 450m Epic EPR.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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FierceHealthIT - Untitled Article

FierceHealthIT

Humana posted a $693 million loss in the fourth quarter of 2024, a notable increase from its $541 million loss in the prior-year quarter, according to its earnings report released Tuesday morning.

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Government to fund UK cancer research through AI

DigitalHealth

The government has announced 82.6m in research funding to support UK companies tackling cancer and accelerating drug discovery using AI.

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FierceHealthIT

Walgreens must pay more than $987 million as part of an arbitration award won by a virtual care company, a federal judge ruled Monday. | Walgreens said it is closely evaluating its legal rights and options to challenge both the award and the amount of damages on appeal.

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Digital inclusion project launched to improve diabetes care in Wales

DigitalHealth

Public Health Wales (PHW) has appointed Healthia to lead a project to improve the prevention and management of type 2 diabetes.

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The Role of Technology in Remote Patient Monitoring

Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is transforming healthcare by enabling providers to track patient health outside traditional clinical settings. This blog explores the role of technology in RPM, including wearable devices, mobile apps, and connected medical tools that collect and share real-time data. Discover how RPM expands care access, improves outcomes, enhances patient engagement, and reduces costs by shifting from reactive to proactive care.

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FierceHealthIT - Untitled Article

FierceHealthIT

The networks other founding members comprise Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, CVS Health, Devoted Health, Elevance Health, Geisinger and Highmark Health. Among its goals is to track the outcomes of food as medicine interventions and advocate for the movement with policymakers.

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Connected Health Initiative’s Letter for Modernizing American Health Care: Creating Healthy Options and Better Incentives

Connected Health Initiative

2025.02.11 CHI submission for WM modernizing healthcare hearing The post Connected Health Initiatives Letter for Modernizing American Health Care: Creating Healthy Options and Better Incentives first appeared on Connected Health Initiative.

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FierceHealthIT - Untitled Article

FierceHealthIT

A new collaboration between three health plans is aiming to improve primary care in California and reduce physician burnout. | Blue Shield of California, Aetna California and Medi-Cal insurer Health Net are all participating in the California Advanced Primary Care Initiative.

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Coral Announces $4.1 Million Seed Round to Redefine Menopause Care in Canada

Digital Health Global

Transforming how women navigate menopause with evidence-based and personalized virtual care MONTREAL–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Coral , a womens digital health startup, today announced the completion of a $4.1 million CAD Seed funding round and the launch of its virtual care platform. Led by Brightspark, with participation from Diagram and The51 and joined by high-profile angel investors, the funding will enable Coral to deliver integrated, personalized solutions for women navigating perimenop

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From Diagnosis to Delivery: How AI is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Founder & CEO at Tattva Health Inc.

The healthcare landscape is being revolutionized by AI and cutting-edge digital technologies, reshaping how patients receive care and interact with providers. In this webinar led by Simran Kaur, we will explore how AI-driven solutions are enhancing patient communication, improving care quality, and empowering preventive and predictive medicine. You'll also learn how AI is streamlining healthcare processes, helping providers offer more efficient, personalized care and enabling faster, data-driven

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Digital Health Coffee Time Briefing ☕

DigitalHealth

Today's news roundup covers PocDoc's partnership with Well Pharmacy and Nexer Digital's work improving inclusive digital access.

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Unveiling the Potential of Prime Editing in Genomic Research

Digital Health Global

Large-scale randomization unlocks noncoding DNA functions Genomic research is undergoing a major transformation with the advent of large-scale genome randomization techniques. In a groundbreaking study, titled “ Randomizing the human genome by engineering recombination between repeat elements ” and published in Science , researchers have introduced innovative methods to explore the 99% of the human genome that is noncoding.

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How AI is Reshaping the Future of Healthcare and the Patient Experience

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Bhushan Jayeshkumar Patel, Senior Member at IEEE Technology is poised to significantly impact healthcare in the coming years. In fact, a recent study showed that 29% of technologists surveyed predicted that healthcare would be a top industry sector impacted by technology in 2025, according to The Impact of Technology in 2025 and Beyond: An IEEE Global Study.

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Health/Care at Super Bowl LIX, GLP-1s, Kaiser and Tufts on Food-As-Medicine, and the RFK, Jr. Factor: A Health Consumer Check-In

Health Populi

In the wake of the always-creative ads for Super Bowl and last Sunday’s LIX bout, game-watchers got to see a plethora of commercials dedicated to the annual event’s major features: food and game-day eating. Oh, and what’s turned out to be the most controversial commercial, the one on GLP-1s from Hims & Hers. In that vein, and converging with many news and policy events, I’m trend-weaving the latest insights into that most consumer-facing of the social determinants of

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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Inception Health Offers Digital Patient Experiences

Healthcare IT Today

Strong IT innovation, including the use of generative AI, is central to Inception Health , located in southeastern Wisconsin. In this video at the AWS re:Invent conference, we hear about their “clinical technology stack” from Dr. Melek Somai, MPH, Vice President, Chief Technology and Chief Product Officer at Inception Health and the Froedtert & Medical College of Wisconsin Health Network.