A trial at King’s College London has found that a novel therapy using computer-generated avatars can help people with psychosis reduce the distress and frequency with which they hear voices.
AVATAR therapy is a series…
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– A new independent evaluation from the Peterson Health Technology Institute (PHTI) has found that digital hypertension solutions focused on medication management deliver the most significant improvements in blood pressure control…
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Background: Despite the growing availability of smoking cessation apps, low engagement and cessation rates have remained a significant challenge. To address this issue, we used a user-centered design to iteratively develop a mobile app…
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This randomized clinical trial evaluated the effectiveness of short, digital interventions in improving physical activity and pain for individuals with knee osteoarthritis. We compared a digital mindset intervention, focusing on adaptive mindsets (e.g., osteoarthritis…
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The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has committed to fixing its regulatory platform and provider portal, following the publication of two reviews which identified their “serious adverse impact” on staff and providers.
An interim report, by…
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In a significant move to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of healthcare delivery, Microsoft recently announced an expansion of its Cloud for Healthcare capabilities. This initiative introduces a range of new offerings and features…
Siemens Healthineers has received FDA Premarket Approval (PMA) for its cutting-edge Mammomat B.brilliant mammography system. This innovative system integrates new 3D image acquisition and reconstruction technology, setting a new standard for breast cancer screening….
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Background: Mobile apps represent accessible and cost-effective tools to improve nutrition and prevent chronic diseases. However, most of these apps have been characterized as having limited functionality, raising concerns about their effectiveness, acceptability, and…
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Environmental factors amplified by climate change contribute significantly to the global burden of disease, disproportionately impacting vulnerable populations, such as individuals with rare diseases. Researchers require innovative, dynamic data linkage methods to enable the…
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Machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI/ML) models in healthcare may exacerbate health biases. Regulatory oversight is critical in evaluating the safety and effectiveness of AI/ML devices in clinical settings. We conducted a scoping review…
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