Artificial intelligence in healthcare
Artificial intelligence in healthcare incorporates algorithms, machine learning, natural language processing and emerging AI technology to analyze complex medical data. Healthcare AI assists in diagnostic pathology, treatment planning and patient care management by facilitating greater efficiency and accuracy in clinical decisions, medical research and personalized medicine.
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18 Sep 2024
LEAP in Health IT awards focus on AI and behavioral health
HHS has awarded $2 million in LEAP in Health IT grants to Columbia University and OHSU to advance the accuracy of AI algorithms and behavioral health IT adoption. Continue Reading
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16 Sep 2024
GenAI displays no racial, sex bias in opioid treatment plans
Large language models demonstrated no race- or sex-based differences in opioid treatment recommendations, which could help reduce bias and improve health equity. Continue Reading
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30 Nov 2020
Demographic Data Analytics Informs Public Policies During Pandemic
A new method uses demographic data analytics to identify individuals most at risk in the pandemic, leading to more informed public policies around COVID-19. Continue Reading
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27 Nov 2020
Exchanging Social Determinants Data to Boost Population Health
Sharing social determinants of health data can help organizations improve population health and clinical outcomes. Continue Reading
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25 Nov 2020
Machine Learning Tool Accurately Detects COVID-19 on X-Rays
A machine learning platform outperformed human radiologists in detecting COVID-19 in x-ray images. Continue Reading
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24 Nov 2020
Artificial Intelligence May Offer Insight into Parkinson’s Disease
Researchers are using artificial intelligence tools to evaluate speech disorders related to Parkinson’s disease. Continue Reading
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24 Nov 2020
Predictive Analytics Determines Outcomes in ED Patients with COVID-19
Predictive analytics can accurately forecast whether ED patients with COVID-19 symptoms will experience severe disease or death. Continue Reading
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23 Nov 2020
Leveraging Artificial Intelligence to Reduce Clinician Burnout
Providence health system is using an artificial intelligence solution to alleviate clinician burnout and improve the care experience. Continue Reading
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23 Nov 2020
Predictive Analytics Model Can Improve Inpatient Sleep
A predictive analytics algorithm was able to identify which hospitalized patients do not need to be woken up overnight. Continue Reading
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20 Nov 2020
Top Challenges of Applying Artificial Intelligence to Medical Imaging
Medical imaging is one of the best use cases for artificial intelligence in healthcare, but lack of clinician input and data bottlenecks can make the technology less helpful than promised. Continue Reading
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18 Nov 2020
Machine Learning Predicts How Cancer Patients Will Respond to Therapy
A machine learning model was able to predict which skin cancer patients will benefit from immunotherapies. Continue Reading
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18 Nov 2020
How AI Chatbots Can Boost Patient Engagement, Care Experience
An artificial intelligence-powered chatbot is helping providers at UCHealth increase patient engagement and enhance the care experience. Continue Reading
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17 Nov 2020
Population Health Initiative to Improve Chronic Disease Management
Two Maryland academic medical centers will aim to boost population health and chronic disease management for patients with type 2 diabetes. Continue Reading
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16 Nov 2020
Providers Call for Improved Social Determinants of Health Data
Providers want improved social determinants of health data in order to improve patient care and patient health outcomes, highlighted a recent Insights by Xtelligent Healthcare Media report. Continue Reading
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13 Nov 2020
Predictive Analytics Detects Genes That Accelerate Cancer Progression
A predictive analytics algorithm identified novel tumor suppressor genes and oncogenes that affect cancer progression. Continue Reading
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12 Nov 2020
Real-Time Clinical Decision Support Tool Helps Reduce Mortality
A real-time clinical decision support system analyzes EHR data to identify patients at risk of deteriorating. Continue Reading
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12 Nov 2020
Predictive Analytics Offers Insight into COVID-19 Spread, Disparities
A predictive analytics tool leverages demographic data and cellphone location information to reveal trends in COVID-19 spread and disparities. Continue Reading
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11 Nov 2020
Machine Learning Models Forecast Likelihood of COVID-19 Mortality
The study is one of the first to use machine learning to predict COVID-19 mortality among a large and diverse patient population. Continue Reading
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10 Nov 2020
Simple Machine Learning Method Predicts Cirrhosis Mortality Risk
Simple machine learning techniques were able to predict cirrhosis mortality risk as accurately as more advanced analytics approaches. Continue Reading
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09 Nov 2020
Big Data Analytics, Social Determinants Reveal Heart Health Risks
In two separate studies, researchers used big data analytics tools and social determinants data to gain more insight into heart health risks. Continue Reading
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06 Nov 2020
Machine Learning Helps Reduce Food Insecurity During COVID-19
Researchers used machine learning to create bus routes and deliver meals to individuals in need, reducing food insecurity in communities. Continue Reading
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05 Nov 2020
New Pathway Could Advance Artificial Intelligence in Radiology
A data science pathway could help fourth-year residents prepare for the use of artificial intelligence in radiology. Continue Reading
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05 Nov 2020
Machine Learning Tool May Combat Outpatient Antibiotic Resistance
A machine learning algorithm can analyze EHR data to predict antibiotic resistance, potentially leading to improved antibiotic stewardship in outpatient settings. Continue Reading
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04 Nov 2020
Clinical Decision Support Tool Predicts Resource Utilization
A clinical decision support system leverages predictive analytics to evaluate resource utilization for elective surgeries. Continue Reading
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04 Nov 2020
Predictive Analytics Model Forecasts Future Flu Outbreaks
A predictive analytics tool leverages location data to accurately forecast flu outbreaks up to 15 weeks in advance. Continue Reading
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03 Nov 2020
Natural Language Processing Accurately Detects HPV-Related Cancers
A natural language processing algorithm was able to extract information from pathology reports to accurately identify patients with HPV-related cancers. Continue Reading
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03 Nov 2020
Artificial Intelligence Identifies Asymptomatic COVID-19 Infections
An artificial intelligence tool was able to detect differences between the coughs of healthy individuals and asymptomatic people with COVID-19 infections. Continue Reading
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02 Nov 2020
Over 80% of Health Execs Have Artificial Intelligence Plans in Place
Healthcare executives are increasingly adopting artificial intelligence tools, with many planning to use the technology to automate business processes and accelerate research. Continue Reading
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30 Oct 2020
Machine Learning Predicts Atrial Fibrillation Hospital Readmissions
Machine learning techniques can accurately predict 90-day hospital readmissions for patients with atrial fibrillation. Continue Reading
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29 Oct 2020
Deep Learning Tool May Accelerate COVID-19 Drug Discovery
A deep learning model can target a specific SARS-CoV-2 protein and help enhance COVID-19 drug discovery. Continue Reading
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28 Oct 2020
How Social Determinants Data Can Enhance Machine Learning Tools
Regenstrief researchers incorporated social determinants of health data into a machine learning algorithm to improve its performance. Continue Reading
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28 Oct 2020
Predictive Analytics Tool Helps Fill Gaps in COVID-19 Data
Predictive analytics models can help public health officials complete missing demographic information, leading to more comprehensive COVID-19 data. Continue Reading
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27 Oct 2020
Quality Data, Genetic Testing Can Reduce Cancer Care Disparities
In order to reduce the cancer care disparities that persist in healthcare, healthcare organizations need quality data and increased access to genetic testing. Continue Reading
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27 Oct 2020
Machine Learning Forecasts Prognosis of COVID-19 Patients
A machine learning model can rapidly determine whether COVID-19 patients will develop complications or need to be hospitalized. Continue Reading
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26 Oct 2020
Deep Learning Model Could Enhance Cancer Precision Medicine
Using a deep learning model, researchers could discover the best possible drug treatments for malignant tumors and accelerate cancer precision medicine. Continue Reading
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22 Oct 2020
Web-Based Predictive Analytics Identifies COVID-19 Hot Spots
Using predictive analytics techniques, researchers found strong correlations between keyword searches on Google and COVID-19 hot spots. Continue Reading
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20 Oct 2020
Leveraging Data Analytics Tools to Address Health Disparities
Parkland Center for Clinical Innovation is using data analytics technologies to identify at-risk individuals and alleviate health disparities during the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue Reading
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20 Oct 2020
Predicting COVID-19 Outcomes with Artificial Intelligence, EHR Data
A simple artificial intelligence model analyzes EHR data to accurately predict which patients will have good outcomes from COVID-19. Continue Reading
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19 Oct 2020
Artificial Intelligence Method Builds in Error for Better Models
The approach builds uncertainty, expert knowledge, and missing data into calculations, leading to more accurate artificial intelligence models. Continue Reading
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19 Oct 2020
Deep Learning Identifies Best Treatments for Lung Cancer Patients
A deep learning technique could help providers choose the best possible treatment options for patients with lung cancer. Continue Reading
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16 Oct 2020
Using AI, Data Analytics to Enhance Person-Centered Care for Seniors
Artificial intelligence and data analytics tools could help one of the nation’s fastest-growing population groups actively participate in their own care. Continue Reading
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15 Oct 2020
Study Uses Artificial Intelligence for Alzheimer’s Drug Development
Researchers will use artificial intelligence to discover new biomarkers and drug targets for Alzheimer’s disease. Continue Reading
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14 Oct 2020
Predictive Analytics Models Forecast Prevalence of Flu Strains
The predictive analytics models examine virus’ genetic codes to understand how the flu will evolve, potentially leading to more protective vaccines. Continue Reading
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14 Oct 2020
Artificial Intelligence May Improve Heart Transplant Outcomes
NIH will fund a project exploring the ability of artificial intelligence to determine the likelihood of patients accepting or rejecting heart transplants. Continue Reading
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13 Oct 2020
Using Machine Learning to Calculate Unreported COVID-19 Cases
Researchers at the Chan Zuckerberg Biohub are leveraging machine learning to estimate the number of undetected COVID-19 cases. Continue Reading
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08 Oct 2020
UCSF, Microsoft Develop Privacy-Protecting Data Analytics Tool
The data analytics platform will protect the privacy of clinical information to accelerate artificial intelligence in healthcare. Continue Reading
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08 Oct 2020
Machine Learning Helps Classify Breast Cancer Cell Types
A biochip leverages machine learning to accurately classify cancer cell types, leading to better therapy response. Continue Reading
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07 Oct 2020
How Predictive Analytics, Patient IDs Can Improve the Care Experience
Texas Health Resources is using predictive analytics and patient IDs to improve the care experience and better meet patients’ needs. Continue Reading
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06 Oct 2020
How Big Data, Analytics Drives Population Health, Closes Care Gaps
To close care gaps and better manage population health, Southwestern Health Resources is leveraging robust data and analytics across its provider network. Continue Reading
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05 Oct 2020
Machine Learning Can Predict Heart Failure from a Single X-Ray
A machine learning tool can detect warning signs of heart failure by analyzing subtle features in patient x-rays. Continue Reading
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01 Oct 2020
Machine Learning Can Streamline PTSD Diagnosis in Veterans
Machine learning could help providers diagnose PTSD more efficiently, both in veterans and the general population. Continue Reading
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30 Sep 2020
Deep Learning Model Predicts COVID-19 Surges 7 Days into the Future
A deep learning model uses existing big data to forecast increases in COVID-19 cases at the county level. Continue Reading
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29 Sep 2020
Expanding Access to Mental Healthcare with Artificial Intelligence
Researchers at University of Illinois Chicago are testing a virtual agent powered by artificial intelligence to broaden access to mental healthcare. Continue Reading
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29 Sep 2020
Artificial Intelligence Platform Enables Data Analytics for Research
The new data analytics tool uses artificial intelligence to facilitate large-scale, data-driven biomedical research. Continue Reading
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28 Sep 2020
Predictive Analytics Detects Breast Cancer Spread with 90% Accuracy
A new diagnostic approach uses predictive analytics to accurately identify which forms of breast cancer are likely to spread and recur after surgery. Continue Reading
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28 Sep 2020
Collaboration Will Offer Data to Train Machine Learning Tools
The multi-university collaboration will use a $1 million grant to train machine learning models with data from around the world. Continue Reading
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28 Sep 2020
How COVID-19 Transformed Remote Intensive Care at Houston Methodist
Healthcare organizations are undergoing rapid digital transformation in response to the coronavirus pandemic, especially in intensive care units... Continue Reading
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28 Sep 2020
How COVID-19 Transformed Remote Intensive Care at Houston Methodist
Houston Methodist moved swiftly to implement a clinical surveillance and analytics platform specifically for ICUs. Continue Reading
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25 Sep 2020
3 Ways Healthcare is Using Predictive Analytics to Combat COVID-19
Predictive analytics tools are helping healthcare organizations stay ahead of poor outcomes, resource shortages, and other impacts of COVID-19. Continue Reading
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24 Sep 2020
Cell Phone Data Shows Social Distancing Trends During COVID-19
An analysis of cell phone data revealed that social distancing practices increased significantly in the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue Reading
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24 Sep 2020
DoD, Philips Use Artificial Intelligence to Monitor COVID-19
The partnership will use artificial intelligence to identify high-risk individuals and contain COVID-19. Continue Reading
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23 Sep 2020
Predictive Analytics Model Can Determine COVID-19 Outcomes
A predictive analytics tool uses demographic and clinical data to help hospitals determine COVID-19 outcomes and progression among patients. Continue Reading
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23 Sep 2020
Artificial Intelligence May Predict Osteoarthritis Years Before Onset
The artificial intelligence approach may enable providers to one day treat osteoarthritis with preventative drugs instead of surgery. Continue Reading
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22 Sep 2020
Machine Learning Could Speed Healing Process for Tissue Injuries
A machine learning method could accelerate the development of bioscaffolds that help tissue injuries heal. Continue Reading
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21 Sep 2020
Big Data Analytics Show COVID-19 Spread, Outcomes by Region
Organizations are using big data analytics to track COVID-19 spread and monitor patient outcomes in different regions across the US. Continue Reading
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18 Sep 2020
Applying Artificial Intelligence to Chronic Disease Management
Artificial intelligence tools can help providers navigate the complexities of chronic disease management, leading to more effective, quality treatments. Continue Reading
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17 Sep 2020
Machine Learning Index Identifies Patients at High Risk of COVID-19
A risk index leverages machine learning and big data to identify and alert people most at risk of exposure to COVID-19. Continue Reading
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16 Sep 2020
Deep Learning Tool Accurately Selects High-Quality Embryos for IVF
The deep learning tool performed better than trained clinicians in selecting the highest-quality embryos for implementation. Continue Reading
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16 Sep 2020
NIH Provides Funding for COVID-19-Related Big Data Projects
The seven projects will leverage big data to develop digital health tools and better understand COVID-19. Continue Reading
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15 Sep 2020
How Big Data Analytics Can Mitigate COVID-19 Health Disparities
During the COVID-19 pandemic, big data analytics have helped organizations pinpoint and reduce health disparities among patient populations. Continue Reading
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14 Sep 2020
Predictive Analytics Model Could Reduce Rates of MRI No-Shows
A predictive analytics algorithm was able to cut down on MRI outpatient appointment no-shows, leading to improved efficiency. Continue Reading
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14 Sep 2020
Google Gives $8.5M to Fund COVID-19 Data Analytics, AI Projects
The donation will support 31 organizations around the world in using artificial intelligence and data analytics to better respond to COVID-19. Continue Reading
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11 Sep 2020
Machine Learning Could Improve Cardiovascular Disease Screening
Using machine learning to analyze the bacteria in a person’s gut microbiome could be a better way to screen for cardiovascular disease. Continue Reading
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10 Sep 2020
Using An AI-Powered Chatbot to Meet Patient Needs During COVID-19
A chatbot powered by artificial intelligence is helping UCHealth to support patients during COVID-19 and beyond. Continue Reading
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10 Sep 2020
Artificial Intelligence Tools Could Reduce Hospital Readmissions
The artificial intelligence models could offer personalized treatment plans for surgical patients, potentially saving the healthcare system over $20 million annually. Continue Reading
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09 Sep 2020
Machine Learning Can Predict Health Risks of Future Pregnancies
A machine learning tool can examine women’s placentas after giving birth, identifying features that might indicate health risks in future pregnancies. Continue Reading
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08 Sep 2020
Artificial Intelligence May Help Develop COVID-19 Treatments, Tests
Artificial intelligence is helping researchers at universities across the country design effective COVID-19 treatments and testing methods. Continue Reading
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04 Sep 2020
Sinai Health, DePaul University Partner to Address Health Disparities
The organizations are collaborating to address health disparities and social inequities using data and solutions-focused research. Continue Reading
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03 Sep 2020
Consortium Leverages EHRs, Data Analytics for COVID-19 Research
The international consortium created a data analytics framework to aggregate information from EHRs and advance COVID-19 research. Continue Reading
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02 Sep 2020
Index Uses Social Determinants Data to Rank Community Health
Using social determinants of health data, the Community Well-Being Index ranked Hawaii and New Hampshire among the top states for health and wellness. Continue Reading
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01 Sep 2020
Cell Phone Location Data Can Identify Areas of COVID-19 Spread
Anonymized cell phone location data can help determine which areas are at greatest risk for more rapid spread of COVID-19. Continue Reading
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31 Aug 2020
Predictive Analytics Model Identifies Illicit Online Pharmacies
Using predictive analytics, consumers could better detect illicit online pharmacies that may be selling substandard medications. Continue Reading
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31 Aug 2020
Artificial Intelligence Tool Diagnoses Alzheimer’s with 95% Accuracy
The algorithm can detect subtle differences in the way people with Alzheimer’s disease use language. Continue Reading
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26 Aug 2020
DoD Using Artificial Intelligence to Detect Cancer in Medical Images
The project aims to use the best of artificial intelligence technology to identify cancers and other medical issues. Continue Reading
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24 Aug 2020
Geographic Data Uncovers Trends in COVID-19 Mortality, Spread
Researchers are using geographic data at the state and county levels to uncover patterns in COVID-19 mortality and disease spread. Continue Reading
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21 Aug 2020
How Healthcare is Leveraging Real-World Data to Improve Outcomes
To improve outcomes during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond, organizations are using real-world data for efficient and effective decision-making. Continue Reading
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20 Aug 2020
Predictive Analytics Models Detect Alzheimer’s-Protecting Protein
Using predictive analytics tools and big data modeling, researchers identified a protein that plays a critical role in protecting against Alzheimer’s disease. Continue Reading
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19 Aug 2020
Big Data Dashboards to Help US Colleges Track COVID-19 Spread
As students begin to return to campuses across the country, colleges are leveraging big data dashboards to monitor the spread of COVID-19 among students and staff. Continue Reading
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18 Aug 2020
Deep Learning Models Can Detect COVID-19 in Chest CT Scans
The deep learning tools could distinguish between COVID-19 and other pneumonias in chest CT scans, enhancing coronavirus diagnosis. Continue Reading
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18 Aug 2020
Calculator Uses Predictive Analytics to Forecast Stroke Risk
The online calculator leverages predictive analytics to accurately detect patients at high risk of stroke, diabetes, and coronary heart disease. Continue Reading
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17 Aug 2020
How Big Data Analytics Models Can Impact Healthcare Decision-Making
Big data analytics models can help policymakers make more informed healthcare decisions, contributing to better public and population health. Continue Reading
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17 Aug 2020
Machine Learning Tool Predicts Staffing Needs During COVID-19
The machine learning model tracks local hospitalization volumes and the rate of confirmed COVID-19 cases to predict staffing needs during the pandemic. Continue Reading
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13 Aug 2020
Harnessing Big Data to Enhance Population Health Management
Big data and analytics tools can help providers meet the clinical and social needs of the patients they serve, paving the way for improved population health management. Continue Reading
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13 Aug 2020
Combining Genomic, EHR Data Could Improve Epilepsy Treatment
Linking EHR data with genomic information could help physicians understand how genetic neurological disorders, including epilepsy, present over time. Continue Reading
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12 Aug 2020
Predictive Analytics Tool Calculates COVID-19 Hospitalization Risk
A predictive analytics model can help providers determine which patients recently diagnosed with COVID-19 are at greatest risk for hospitalization. Continue Reading
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12 Aug 2020
Machine Learning Predicts Life-Threatening Disease in Infants
A new machine learning tool could predict a life-threatening intestinal disease in premature infants, leading to improved decision-making. Continue Reading
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11 Aug 2020
How Medical Imaging is Boosting COVID-19 Detection, Prevention
Healthcare entities are increasingly leveraging medical imaging and imaging analytics to improve COVID-19 detection and prevention. Continue Reading
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11 Aug 2020
Researchers Use AI to Predict Severe COVID-19-Related Illness
The team will leverage artificial intelligence to develop tests that can predict a severe illness linked to COVID-19 in children. Continue Reading
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10 Aug 2020
AI, Precision Medicine Tool May Enable Early Autism Diagnosis
A precision medicine approach enhanced by artificial intelligence could lead to early autism diagnosis and intervention. Continue Reading
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10 Aug 2020
Artificial Intelligence Bests Clinicians in Flagging Prostate Cancer
An artificial intelligence tool was able to detect prostate cancer on tissue slides with more accuracy than human clinicians. Continue Reading
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06 Aug 2020
Deep Learning Algorithm Could Enhance Genomic Sequencing
A deep learning algorithm can boost genomic sequencing and better identify disease-causing mechanisms. Continue Reading
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05 Aug 2020
Artificial Intelligence May Accelerate Heart Failure Diagnosis
A routine ECG enhanced by artificial intelligence is better at identifying heart failure than a standard blood test. Continue Reading