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How the 3 laws of thermodynamics illuminate the pathways of health care and AI

KevinMD

The principles governing the universe are not confined to physics and chemistry. In health care, a field that profoundly examines life’s intricacies, we find parallels with the three laws of thermodynamics. This article unveils these connections, offering a physician’s insights into the applications of these principles in patient care, medical innovation, and the integration of Read more… How the 3 laws of thermodynamics illuminate the pathways of health care and AI originally appear

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How remote patient monitoring can save cancer patients' lives

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Neutropenic fever is a common complication for cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. In fact, one out of every 29 chemotherapy-treated patients is hospitalized, with a startling mortality rate of 7-9.5%. Fevers can come on suddenly and sometimes go unnoticed until it’s too late. Remote patient monitoring devices like wearable temperature sensors offer the potential to reduce hospitalizations and deaths in vulnerable populations like chemo patients.

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The Importance of Patient Portal Usability

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Dr. Bruce Bassi, Advisory Board Member at CharmHealth Most patients have almost certainly received an invitation to join their electronic medical record communication system, or portal for their particular doctor’s office. Clinicians have their own opinions about medical record systems, but what about patients? Typically, users log into their portal with one specific purpose, then log off, and do not wish to spend too much time engaging in a health portal syst

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Because of Winn-Dixie, Will ALDI Expand Its Healthcare Footprint? Not Likely Through Pharmacy….

Health Populi

This week ALDI, the global food discount group, announced they would acquire Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket stores. In response to the deal, Supermarket News said that ALDI “is shaking up the grocery sector with its acquisition” of the Winn-Dixie chain. That statement was focused on the overall food chain landscape, where Winn-Dixie has played a significant role in the traditional brick-and-mortar grocery business.

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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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SpaceX astronauts embark on expedition to research reversing immune system aging

Mobi Health News

Investigations sponsored by the ISS National Laboratory will be performed, including tissue chip investigations to study liver regeneration and the immune aging process.

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AI-Based Model for Cardiac Function Classification from Chest Radiographs: Multi-Institutional Retrospective Study

Digital Health Global

Chest radiography, a fundamental diagnostic tool in medicine for over a century, has played a pivotal role in detecting and managing lung diseases globally. However, its relationship with cardiac function remains unclear. Even the commonly used cardiothoracic ratio has limited correlation with left ventricular ejection fraction. Transthoracic echocardiography is the primary method of assessing cardiac function, providing vital data for diagnosing and monitoring cardiac diseases.

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Large Employers Expect More Employees Will Experience Prolonged Health Impacts Due to COVID-19, the Business Group on Health Forecasts

Health Populi

Due to their delayed return to medical services and diagnostic testing in the COVID-19 pandemic era, U.S. employees are expected to sustain serious health impacts that will drive employers’ health care costs, envisioned in the 2024 Large Employer Health Care Strategy Survey from the Business Group on Health (BGH). Dealing with mental health issues is the top health and well-being impact workers in large companies are addressing in 2023.

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Q&A: Fighting for mental health parity in healthcare using data, part one

Mobi Health News

Former U.S. Representative Patrick J. Kennedy and Nawal Roy, founder and CEO of Holmusk, relay how clinical data can help solidify mental health coverage.

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With telebehavioral health, Allina has slashed length of stay by half a day

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

About eight years ago, Joe Clubb arrived at Allina Health, a non-profit health system serving Minnesota and western Wisconsin. Today he is vice president of operations in mental health and addiction services. THE PROBLEM Back then, what he heard from many of the hospital presidents – mostly in Greater Minnesota – was they would have patients who had mental health needs within their hospitals and no one to address those needs.

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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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The Complex Relationship between Barbie and Body Image: A Scholar’s Insight

Digital Health Global

Barbie , the iconic doll that has captivated the minds of children for decades, has long been a subject of controversy when it comes to body image. While Barbie has been celebrated as a feminist icon, she has also faced criticism for perpetuating unattainable beauty standards. In a recent interview with Nature , Jennifer Webb, a clinical health psychologist at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, shares her expertise on the influence of Barbie on body image perceptions and discusses th

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Personalizing Health Means Personalizing Health Insurance for Patient-Members – Learning from HealthEdge

Health Populi

As patients assume more financial skin in their personal healthcare, they take on the role of demanding consumer, or “impatient patients.” HealthEdge’s latest research into health consumers’ perspectives finds peoples’ satisfaction with their health insurance plans lacking, with members seeking easier access their personal health information, high levels of service, and rewards for healthy behaviors.

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Venture firm Questa Capital scores $397M to invest in health technology

Mobi Health News

The raise brings the healthcare-focused firm's total committed capital to more than $1 billion.

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The Nursing Home Closure Debacle – does it help anyone?

Aging in Place Technology Watch

It's news -- 600 nursing homes closed so what’s the strategy to fix? Rant on. You may have read this depressing article this morning in the Wall Street Journal about the number of people stuck in hospitals with no place to go because there are no nursing homes to take them – which is the status in the UK’s the National Health System (NHS). That was an embarrassment in the UK – and this is a scandal in the US.

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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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Kakao Healthcare and Novo Nordisk Partner to Revolutionize Diabetes Management

Digital Health Global

Kakao Healthcare , the digital healthcare arm of South Korean tech giant Kakao Corporation , has joined forces with Novo Nordisk to enhance its diabetes management service, leveraging mobile and AI technologies. The strategic collaboration aims to provide comprehensive support to diabetes patients and marks a significant step in the digital transformation of healthcare.

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Closing the gap: Organizations move to telepsychiatry and hybrid therapy to expand mental health services

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Telepsychiatry plays a critical role in improving access to mental health care, with over one in three outpatient visits being delivered by telehealth, according to Kaiser Family Foundation (for example, 35% and 38% of outpatient visits were over telehealth for depression or anxiety, respectively). This is especially important for the more than 150 million Americans who live in areas where there is a shortage of mental health care professionals.

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Real-world data platform Atropos Health moves into life sciences

Mobi Health News

Companies will have access to real-world patient data for clinical decision-making and research support, including hypothesis testing and cohort analysis.

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Dentaly explores use of artificial intelligence in dentistry

DigitalHealth

According to a new report from Dentaly, 35% of US dentists have already adopted AI technology and many more are open to the idea of doing so.

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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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Chutes & Ladders—CEOs on the move at Cano Health, Ascertain and more

FierceHealthIT

Welcome to this week's Chutes & Ladders, our roundup of hirings, firings and retirings throughout the industry.

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Roundup: Non-OTC drugs prescription via telemedicine prohibited in India and more briefs

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Regulator bars e-prescription of non-OTC drugs in India Indian doctors using telemedicine can only prescribe OTC Drugs, according to the National Medical Commission. Based on the medical profession regulator's latest rules of professional conduct of registered medical practitioners in the country, doctors cannot prescribe via telemedicine drugs classified under Schedule X of the Drug and Cosmetic Act, including anti-cancer drugs.

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AireHealth's respiratory health assets to be auctioned off in September

Mobi Health News

The company's portable, battery-operated and Bluetooth-connected device with RPM capabilities enables patients to complete respiratory treatments from anywhere.

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Navigating Correlation and Causation with Life Sciences in the Age of AI

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Alex Long, Head of Life Sciences Sales Strategy at Dell Technologies In science, avoiding correlation without causation is a cornerstone of research methodology. This fundamental principle ensures that scientific conclusions are grounded in evidence rather than coincidental associations. However, as we venture into the Artificial Intelligence (AI) age, a new challenge emerges – that of “Correlation, not Creation.” A classic example highlighti

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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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7 Ways to Boost Your Social Intelligence Quotient

Health and Wellness Blog | Uplifting People To Live A Healthier Life

We’re all familiar with IQ (intelligence quotient) and EQ (emotional quotient) but don’t forget about SQ (social quotient) — the ability to gracefully socialize in professional and social settings. This isn’t just about being a “people person,” which often equates with being extroverted and commanding others’ attention. Rather, it’s about knowing how to connect with […] The post 7 Ways to Boost Your Social Intelligence Quotient appeared first on Healthystic.

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Informed telesupport reduced cardiac patient readmissions

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Dr. Alan Spiro, president and CMO of Laguna Health explained how research done in conjunction with NorthShore University Health System showed that using telehealth to address "life contact factors" can improve access and reduce costs.

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PicnicHealth partners with AstraZeneca to advance cancer datasets

Mobi Health News

The partners created a registry to generate real-world data using consenting U.S. patients' medical records to further research in stage 1 to 3 breast cancer.

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Industry news in brief

DigitalHealth

The latest industry roundup features a refurbished ward at Norfolk and Suffolk NHS FT and a London cancer centre achieving an 'Outstanding' CQC rating.

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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Humana cuts 13-state kidney disease management deal with Interwell Health

FierceHealthIT

A new value-based care agreement has been announced between Humana and Interwell Health, a kidney care management company, in 13 states. | Humana and Interwell Health, a kidney care management company, have partnered to begin a new value-based care agreement to certain Medicare Advantage members in 13 states.

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Provider-Led Value-Based Care at Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Healthcare IT Today

In this video, two experts at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) in Tennessee describe how they implemented value-based care from the provider’s point of view. They distinguish provider-led from payer-led bundles, reveal how VUMC had to evolve, and describe which medical conditions are most appropriate for value-based care. Value-based care is not new.

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AI biotech company Genesis scores $200M to advance drug discovery

Mobi Health News

The company will use the funds to bring its AI-enabled offerings into clinical development and advance its platform and portfolio.

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