Researchers at the University of New South Wales and Boston University have developed an AI tool, CRANK-MS, that can predict the onset of Parkinson’s disease years before symptoms appear. The tool analyzes blood samples…
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QR codes are widely used in healthcare, but they can also pose security risks. QR code phishing attacks have increased significantly, putting patient data at risk. Healthcare organizations can mitigate these risks by using…
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The FDA has finalized revised recommendations for assessing blood donor eligibility, ensuring uniformity regardless of sexual orientation, sex, or gender. Donors reporting new sexual partners, multiple partners, or engaging in anal sex within three…
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The Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) organized the RSNA Screening Mammography Breast Cancer Detection AI Challenge to foster the development of AI models that accurately detect breast cancer. With participation from nearly 1,700…
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MITRE has released a comprehensive report addressing healthcare cybersecurity and patient safety. The report focuses on improving national cybersecurity, modernizing regulations, developing the healthcare cybersecurity workforce, enhancing the cybersecurity capabilities of healthcare organizations, emergency…
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The CDC recommends that healthcare facilities assess risks, consider stakeholder input and local metrics, and use their discretion to determine when and how to implement universal masking. The guidelines no longer depend on the…
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The AIMed Global Summit 2023 in San Diego, California, will bring together healthcare leaders to explore the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. With comprehensive program tracks, over 200 speakers, keynotes, and networking…
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The U.S. DEA and HHS have extended telemedicine flexibilities for controlled medication prescriptions, initially granted during the COVID-19 pandemic. The extension, lasting six months until November 2023, allows virtual prescribing and promises a grace…
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Christopher Johnson, President and co-CEO of TeleTracking, has suggested that healthcare organizations need to focus on operational interoperability, adopt the idea of “Boundaryless Healthcare,” and reflect on the progress made during the pandemic. He…
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The University of Adelaide, The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, and the Health and Information Collaborative have created a tool that uses AI algorithms to predict when general surgery patients are about to be discharged. The…
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