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Anthem Joins AI for Health Program to Improve Healthcare Transparency
AI Health could improve efficiency, value and delivery of healthcare.
Genomic Testing Linked to Lower Healthcare Costs in High-Risk Breast Cancer Patients
Recurrence score testing was associated with lower costs among high-risk cancer patients.
My Gene Counsel and Ambry Genetics Are Focused on Medical-Grade Genetic Testing
The partnership aims to bridge the gap between DTC testing and medical-grade genetic testing.
Apple's Heart Study Shows Positive Results in Detecting A-Fib
The study showed optimistic results, but many cardiologists and physicians are wary about the tech.
Google Finds that AI Can Improve Ophthalmologist's Accuracy
“AI and physicians working together can be more accurate than either alone,” said lead researcher, Rory Sayres, Ph.D.
Amazon's Choice and One Drop Partner to Expand Chronic Health Services
Amazon's Choice devices will integrate with One Drop to help customers manage chronic conditions.
Giving the EHR the Necessary Health Data
The systems need to be fully informed to help doctors best serve patients at the point of care.
Patient Engagement Is a Priority for Healthcare Execs in 2019
Healthcare executives want to increase patient engagement and population health programs, but face many obstacles.
Keeping Up with the Changes in Health Tech
These three experts say there is always room to learn more about the technology that is driving major changes in healthcare.
How a Netflix Algorithm Can Speed Up Biological Imaging
Researchers have developed a way to acquire classical Raman spectroscopy images more quickly.
Analyzing Genomes with a Smartphone
It could be possible to identify infectious diseases using a smartphone, according to a new study.
The FDA Is Focused on Strategies to Advance Precision Medicine
A revised guidance aims to modernize clinical trials and ensure the safety and efficacy of novel treatments.
Investing in Interoperability
At HIMSS, two executives talk about the proposed interoperability rules and the government's role in its implementation.
Aldrich Capital Partners Invests $41M in eHealth Technologies
eHealth Technologies’ solutions aim to help physicians access important information in medical records more quickly.
Scientists and Ethicists Call for Moratorium on Genome Editing
Heritable genome editing is said to be too unpredictable, unsafe and unnecessary.
Patients Are Satisfied with Tele-Rehab After Surgery
Tele-rehabilitation could be a viable option for patients who have total hip or knee replacement surgery.
NCI Director Norman Sharpless, M.D., Named Acting FDA Commissioner
Sharpless brings an extensive medical background and focus on public health to the agency.
Karantis360 Uses IBM Cloud for Assisted Living Solution
The platform collects real-time data and could improve outcomes while reducing cost of care.
Former VA Secretary Joins ArmadaHealth Clinical Advisory Board
David Shulkin, M.D., has held many roles in health systems, institutions and government agencies.
How Health Tech Could Put Patients' Safety at Risk
The tech must be used properly, or there can be harmful consequences.
Using Technology for Patient Engagement
At HIMSS, four health experts talk about how important focusing on the patient is.
New Genetic Data Can Lead to New Medicines, Improved Outcomes
The health and genetics data available for use could lead to more scientific breakthroughs that can improve health outcomes.
23andMe Is Focused on Type 2 Diabetes with New Genetic Report
The report can show the likelihood of developing the condition that affects millions in the U.S.
Shifting to a Value-Based Care Model in Healthcare
The goal is to create long lasting relationships between the physician and patient.
Where Healthcare Stands with Implementing Blockchain
A year after the hype of blockchain tech at HIMSS 2018, how far along is the healthcare industry with implementing it?
Digital DesignLab Aims to Foster Healthcare Innovation
The Digital DesignLab helps innovators move through the digital development pipeline.
Researchers Identify Common Genes Linked with Diseases
With the new data, researchers could begin developing better treatments for a range of diseases.
MAP Bags $25M in Funding to Reduce Addiction Relapse
The company provides telehealth services to patients with substance use disorder to improve outcomes.
Paige.AI's Prostate Cancer Platform Granted Breakthrough Device Status
Paige.AI is working with a pathology dataset to develop a comprehensive portfolio of AI products across cancer subtypes.
Fitbit and Solera Health Partner to Tackle Type 2 Diabetes
The partnership offers Fitbit devices to those who enroll in a diabetes prevention program through Solera Health.