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Key Takeaways: - CMS has stated that health insurance companies cannot use AI or algorithms to decide care or deny coverage to members on Medicare Advantage plans. - The clarification followed lawsuits filed against UnitedHealth and Humana, claiming they used a flawed AI tool, nH Predict, to deny care to elderly...

Key Takeaways: - The FDA has traced tumorogenous lead in cinnamon used in US toddler snacks back to Ecuador. - The supplier of the contaminated cinnamon was identified as Carlos Aguilera. - Over 400 cases of poisoning have been reported across 43 US states. - The cinnamon processor's business has been reported to...

Key Takeaways: - Biogen is discontinuing Aduhelm, the controversial Alzheimer's medicine. - Aduhelm's rights will revert to Neurimmune, the discovering Swiss biopharmaceutical company. - The Phase 4 ENVISION clinical trial, mandated by the FDA, will also be terminated. Biotechnology giant Biogen is officially abandoning its questionable Alzheimer's drug, Aduhelm. This decision follows the...

Key Takeaways: - NYC endeavors to enhance localized school options for autistic students, reducing the need for families to opt for private education or distant schools. - Free specialized programs for autistic students to expand in Brooklyn, Manhattan, and the Bronx by the next school year. - City spending on special education...

Key Takeaways: - Recent trend shows that American trucks and SUVs have considerably increased in size. - There is a concern that the larger hood sizes could pose a threat to pedestrians and cyclists. - The last few years have been deadly for pedestrians in the US, with 2022 being the most...

  Key Takeaways - Lionel Richie confessed to having ADHD, impacting both his personal and professional life. - Richie suggests that his long-undiagnosed condition contributes to his success. - Richie's latest documentary, "The Greatest Night in Pop," premieres on Netflix on January 29. - Richie linked his creativity to ADHD, giving him a unique...

Long Island based midwife, Jeannette Breen, is currently facing allegations for having falsified hundreds of vaccination records. These charges arose after the New York (NY) State Department of Health discovered that she had administered almost 12,500 alternative immunizations to approximately 1,500 school-aged children. Key Takeaways: - A Long Island midwife accused...

Deptford Olive Garden Patrons Urged to Get Vaccinated Customers who visited the Olive Garden restaurant in Deptford, New Jersey, from December 26 to December 30 are being advised to get a hepatitis A vaccine. This advice comes after one of the restaurant’s employees, who handles food, tested positive for the...

A recall has been issued on certain dietary supplements after the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) found that they contained the toxic plant, yellow oleander, instead of the tejocote root they purportedly included. The deceptive products were sold on third-party platforms such as Amazon and Etsy, as well...

Key Takeaways: - A brand of hypoallergenic baby formula is being recalled due to potential contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii. - This bacterium can pose severe risks to infants, particularly newborns and premature babies with underdeveloped immune systems. - Consumers who have purchased this product are urged to discontinue its use and return...

The International Farming Food Summit, a globally recognized event, recently brought together over 100 industry experts, scholars, thought leaders, farmers, and innovators. The focus of their discussions centered around pressing global issues such as grower practices, soil health, water stewardship, sustainability, and transparency. The event, hosted in Chapel Hill,...

Unexpected Announcement In a late-night Instagram disclosure, Hilary Duff, the star of Lizzie McGuire, revealed some unsettling news. Both she and her husband, Matthew Koma, got the COVID-19 virus. This unfortunate event followed their recent vacation to Disneyland. Key takeaways: • Hilary Duff and husband, Matthew Koma, have tested positive for COVID-19. •...

Key Takeaways: - U.S. Department of Health and Human Services authorizes eHealth Exchange, Epic Nexus, Health Gorilla, KONZA, and MedAllies for data exchange. - This move is under the Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement's policies and technical requirements. - The nationwide health data exchange project, TEFCA, is now operational. - As a...

Advancements in the Healthcare System: Electronic Health Records and AI are in Focus In an era teeming with innovation, progressive provider organizations are setting the pace in healthcare. They are focusing on augmenting Electronic Health Records (EHRs) with fully integrated, user-friendly AI tools. The desired outcome is a reduction in...

Digital Maturity in NHS Trusts A recent report reveals that the majority of National Health Service (NHS) trusts lack key functionality in their electronic patient record (EPR) systems. According to the first year's results from the Digital Maturity Assessment (DMA), NHS trusts that utilize EPR systems do not fully exploit...

Government's Ambition for the UK Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park CEO, Dr. Chris Low, recently shed light on the government's path for growth in medtech. This follows the government’s recent Autumn Statement. The government's ambition is to transform the UK into a Science and Technology Superpower. This includes areas such as...

Proofpoint's Findings on Hospital Cybersecurity in Australia In recent findings, more than a third of Australian hospitals were found to lack essential cybersecurity protocols. The findings have raised concerns over the vulnerability of these high-profile healthcare institutions to email fraud and domain spoofing. This information comes from a study conducted...

Seasony Secure Key Investments In a recent funding round, mobile robotics pioneer Seasony raised €1.5 million. The round involved substantial investment from industry stalwarts and specialists in the technology sector. - North Ventures and EFIO led the funding round - Several experienced business angels, including Vagn Ove Soerensen, Torben Wind, Klaus Holse,...

Key takeaways: • Inhealthcare has secured a contract with the NHS to expand virtual wards in Calderdale, Kirklees, Leeds and Wakefield. • The initiative is aimed at delivering safe and convenient care outside hospital settings. • The company will partner with the NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board to implement its services. Inhealthcare...

Generative AI and Healthcare: Uncertainty and Excitement Despite the enthusiasm around the potential of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, the latest report by the KLAS Arch Collaborative reveals a lack of understanding among many healthcare leaders of its nuances. Sixty-six healthcare executives shared their insights into their respective organizations'...