Superpower Glass Improves Socialization in Children with Autism
The augmented reality wearable device helped children with autism spectrum disorder improve their social acuities.
How Digital Health Interventions Can Reduce Sedentary Behavior in Office Workers
A new review provides a roadmap for health-tech innovators who are focused on white-collar wellness.
Pregnancy-Adapted Algorithm Effectively Ruled Out Pulmonary Embolism in Suspected Patients
The algorithm prevented the need for CT scans in nearly 40 percent of patients.
What Healthcare Can Learn from Patients' 'Dr. Google' Searches
A new analysis of patient internet searches prior to emergency department visits suggests the data can produce meaningful insights.
Epic Parody Twitter Account Spotlights Deep Flaws in EHR
Janae Sharp explores why this parody isn’t just funny. It’s a call for real change.
Where HIMSS Stands on the Proposed Interoperability Rules
HIMSS will release an official comment letter on the proposed interoperability rules on May 3.
Podcast: Nuance, Tech & Fighting Physician Burnout
Data Book examines the work of William Osler & its parallels to the burnout problem. Then our expert panel discusses solutions.
Health IT Teams Are Facing Many Challenges in 2019
63 percent of respondents feel unprepared to manage and execute effective IT operations based on the training offered at their organizations.
CynergisTek Sells Managed Print Services to Vereco for $30M
The deal could help CynergisTek expand its services.
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.
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.
How Telemedicine Can Better Address the Opioid Crisis
3 existing opioid addiction treatment models can benefit from telemedicine.
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.
Regulations Can Promote Innovation, Even in Healthcare
New laws create new problems, and entrepreneurs and innovators rise to the challenge.
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.
Games Payers Play: ASCs and Prior Authorizations
6 ways ambulatory surgery centers can win a high-stakes game of medical billing and collections.