The Sewing Machine Changed American Industry Forever — Ambient Listening Tools Could Have a Similar Effect in Healthcare
AI technology has the potential to alleviate physician burnout by reducing the amount of time spent on administrative tasks, allowing for a better work-life balance. Ambient listening AI tools that…
No credible innocent explanation of doctor’s conduct
In a recent England and Wales High Court case, the General Medical Council challenged a decision by a Medical Practitioners Tribunal that a doctor's fitness to practice was not impaired…
Modern Advances in Medical Education: Transforming Healthcare Professional Training
Medical education is undergoing a transformation with the integration of technology and innovative teaching methods. Virtual learning platforms are becoming more prevalent, allowing students to practice procedures in a risk-free…
Iqirvo ‘effective, well-tolerated treatment option’ for advanced-stage PBC
The study presented at the ACG Annual Scientific Meeting demonstrated that elafibranor, a peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor agonist, showed significant biochemical response in patients with both early and advanced-stage primary biliary…
Key senators propose using ‘site-neutral’ pay to boost rural hospitals
Two key senators have proposed a plan to address concerns from the hospital industry about Medicare payment reforms that would negatively impact rural hospitals. The plan involves reinvesting money saved…
Covid-19: Australian inquiry calls for establishment of a national centre for disease control and action to tackle inequities
The Australian government has been urged to prioritize vulnerable populations in future pandemic planning, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, older individuals, children, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and…
Daylight saving time ends this weekend. This is how to prepare for the potential health effects
Daylight saving time ends this weekend in the U.S., meaning an extra hour of sleep but darker afternoons. The time change can disrupt the body's internal clock, potentially leading to…
Study links obstructive sleep apnea to increased dementia risk in women
A Michigan Medicine study suggests that obstructive sleep apnea, a common but underdiagnosed sleep disorder, may contribute to the development of dementia in adults, particularly women. Researchers found that having…
Finger-Prick Test for Alzheimer’s Disease?
A finger-prick blood test can accurately identify p-tau217, a key biomarker of Alzheimer's disease, without the need for special storage or temperature control measures. Researchers found a good correlation between…
Behavioral Therapy For Insomnia May Lower Risk Of Postpartum Depression: Study
Good sleep is essential for mental well-being, especially during pregnancy. A recent study has shown that behavioral therapy for insomnia could help reduce the risk of postpartum depression, which affects…