Large language models are fast becoming a key building block in new information systems for administrative staff and clinicians at hospitals and health systems. This form of artificial intelligence can accomplish tasks no human being can imagine doing. Harrison.ai develops artificial intelligence technology to speed clinical diagnosis and offers a suite of AI radiology and … Read more
Long COVID: Lasting effects of COVID-19 Some people continue to experience health problems long after having COVID-19. Understand the possible symptoms and risk factors for post-COVID-19 syndrome. By Mayo Clinic Staff After any coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) illness, no matter how serious, some people report that symptoms stay for months. This lingering illness has often … Read more
The age of the healthcare chief AI officer has arrived. CAIOs are beginning to appear at major hospitals and health systems – the latest development as more and more providers devote resources and create strategic leadership roles for enterprise-wide adoption of artificial intelligence, rather than relying on siloed IT departments or scattered, ad hoc projects. … Read more
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services issued a new proposed rule earlier this month outlining new standards and requirements around acquisition of health information technology. As described in the proposal, which was published in the Federal Register on Aug. 9, the aim is to amend the existing Health and Human Services Acquisition Regulation, … Read more
A recent Gartner survey found the majority of customers are “AI shy”: 64% say they’d rather companies not incorporate AI into the customer experience. Customers also were concerned about AI and incorrect information (42%), data security (34%) and bias/inequality (25%). Ethical AI can help organizations create innovative, trustworthy user experiences – protecting brands and allowing … Read more
Artificial intelligence is seeing a massive amount of interest in healthcare, with scores of hospitals and health systems already have deployed the technology – more often than not on the administrative side – to great success. But success with AI in the healthcare setting – especially on the clinical side – can’t happen without addressing … Read more
Ashleigh Skaalen: Good morning and welcome to Mayo Clinic’s Convocation of Thanks 2024. This year marks our 40th annual service to celebrate and thank our donors and their families. My name is Ashleigh Skaalen, and I am one of the donor coordinators here at Mayo Clinic’s Body Donation Program. Just a couple of housekeeping things … Read more
Roughly one in three Americans, 96 million adults, has prediabetes – but only 2-3% are offered help to prevent progression to full-blown disease. The medical effects of diabetes are significant, of course – affecting eyesight, circulation and even, in severe cases, requiring amputation. But there are other implications too. With untold healthcare resources devoted to … Read more
Over at the former Allscripts, ailing Veradigm reported a strong cash position and reduced debt this week, and sale rumors immediately flourished, while another electronic health record vendor, Meditech, announced Wednesday that it will take advantage of the Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement. The EHR vendor said it selected Health Gorilla to give its … Read more
Cerebral is a virtual mental healthcare provider with a mission to democratize access to high-quality care to all. With several full-service monthly subscription plans to choose from, members receive online access to therapists and prescribing providers. Visits are done via video chat, and members can message their care team directly. Members can receive medications delivered … Read more