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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 moreā€¦ How the 3 laws of thermodynamics illuminate the pathways of health care and AI originally appear

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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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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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How Can We Get Healthcare Back In the Hands of Physicians, and Reduce Burnout?

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Mitch Geisler, CEO, LevelJump Healthcare Corp. Canadaā€™s overwhelmingly troubled healthcare system continues to dominate conversations among many, particularly those residing in the province of Ontario. While there is no one-size-fits-all solution to tackle these […] The article How Can We Get Healthcare Back In the Hands of Physicians, and Reduce Burnout?

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

Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, 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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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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Personalizing Health Means Personalizing Health Insurance for Patient-Members ā€“ 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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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 Complex Relationship between Barbie and Body Image: A Scholarā€™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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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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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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The Nursing Home Closure Debacle ā€“ does it help anyone?

Aging in Place Technology Watch

It's news -- 600 nursing homes closed so whatā€™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 ā€“ which is the status in the UKā€™s the National Health System (NHS). That was an embarrassment in the UK ā€“ and this is a scandal in the US.

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

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. Thatā€™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. Youā€™ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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aptihealthā€™s Mental Health Services Provide New York State Residents with Innovative Solutions

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. Good physical and mental health provides a foundation for a good quality of life. In particular, an ā€œeven keelā€ enables a person to weather lifeā€™s obstacles and move forward. Sometimes, however, men, women, and even […] The article aptihealthā€™s Mental Health Services Provide New York State Residents with Innovative Solutions appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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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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Trilliant Health Announces Open Access to Its National Provider Directory

Digital Health Global

Trilliant Health opens access to its dynamic provider directory, making information about Americaā€™s 2.7 million providers publicly available for the first time. An application programming interface (API) and open-source toolkits will support third-party development and analysis, with basic access to the directory available at no cost. BRENTWOOD, Tenn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Trilliant Health, the healthcare industryā€™s leading analytics and market research firm, today announced that it will o

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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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Real-Life Examples of HIPAA Violations and How to Avoid Them

Speaker: Jack Clough, Chief Growth Officer

Download our 30-minute webinar where we delve into real-life examples of HIPAA violations and preventative measures every organization should know! You will learn: The critical factors that lead to HIPAA violations and how to identify them. Three compelling real-life cases of organizations that faced severe HIPAA penalties. Proven strategies to safeguard YOUR organization against HIPAA violations.

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AGS Health Automates and Expedites the Healthcare Financial Clearance Process with the Release of Intelligent Authorization

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. AGS Health, a leading provider of tech-enabled revenue cycle management (RCM) solutions and strategic growth partner to healthcare providers across the U.S., announced today the release of Intelligent Authorization, a single-source solution that automates and optimizes […] The article AGS Health Automates and Expedites the Healthcare Financial Clearance Process with the Release of Intelligen

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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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Sequenex Achieves ISO-13485:2016 Certification

Digital Health Global

SAN DIEGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Sequenex, a leading digital health and medtech software development firm specializing in the diabetes and connected devices industries, is proud to announce it has received ISO 13485:2016 certification. This important certification validates Sequenexā€™s commitment to delivering high-quality mobile, cloud and IoT software solutions.

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Cancer care company Jasper Health partners with Covet Health

Mobi Health News

The third-party administrator's employer members and their caregivers will have access to Jasper's oncology-focused support services.

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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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Telemedicine and Remote Patient Monitoring: A Synergistic Approach To Virtual Healthcare

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. The digital revolution has brought significant advancements in the healthcare field, revolutionizing how medical professionals provide care to patients. Telemedicine and remote patient monitoring have emerged as powerful tools that allow doctors to deliver healthcare […] The article Telemedicine and Remote Patient Monitoring: A Synergistic Approach To Virtual Healthcare appeared first on ele

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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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United States Continuing Medical Education Market Outlook Report 2023: A $4.23 Billion Market by 2028 ā€“ ChatGPT & Gamification at the Forefront of Innovations and Growth ā€“ ResearchAndMarkets.com

Digital Health Global

DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The “U.S. Continuing Medical Education Market – Industry Outlook & Forecast 2023-2028” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The U.S. continuing medical education market is expected to reach a value of $4.23 billion by 2028 from $2.91 billion in 2022, growing at a CAGR of 6.43% The U.S. continuing medical education market is highly competitive with the presence of types of CME provider vendors.

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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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How 3 Urgent Cares Tackled Key Metrics For Accelerated Growth

Considering the growth of your clinic? Itā€™s difficult to advance any business today without using technology ā€” but what will truly enhance your daily operations? How successful are other urgent care centers with these solutions? This article offers a glimpse into real-world technology experiences from urgent care centers like yours. Discover how various solutions can boost your growth potential and see firsthand how effective they are.

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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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7 Ways to Boost Your Social Intelligence Quotient

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

Weā€™re all familiar with IQ (intelligence quotient) and EQ (emotional quotient) but donā€™t forget about SQ (social quotient) ā€” the ability to gracefully socialize in professional and social settings. This isnā€™t just about being a ā€œpeople person,ā€ which often equates with being extroverted and commanding othersā€™ attention. Rather, itā€™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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Welldoc Receives 11th 510(k) Clearance from FDA for Award-Winning Diabetes Platform BlueStarĀ®

Digital Health Global

A Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM)-Informed Bolus Insulin Dose Calculator added to Welldocā€™s diabetes digital health platform, BlueStar Ā® COLUMBIA, Md.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Welldoc Ā® , a digital health leader revolutionizing chronic care, today announced the receipt of its 11 th 510(k) clearance from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its award-winning diabetes digital health solution, BlueStar Ā®.