Precision Medicine

Also called personalized medicine, this evolving field makes use of an individual’s genes, lifestyle, environment and other factors to identify unique disease risks and guide treatment decision-making.
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Wearable technology, mobile exercise apps named top fitness trends for 2019

Thanks to the rising popularity of smart watches, heart monitors and wearables, the technology was recently ranked as the top fitness trend for 2019.

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Top medical innovations for 2019

The utilization of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare was named the second most important medical innovation for 2019 by the Cleveland Clinic, marking a big rise in the emerging technology.

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AI is a top medical innovation for 2019

Artificial intelligence has arrived, and the industry is officially on notice. The utilization of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare was named the second most important medical innovation for 2019 by the Cleveland Clinic.

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MA plans will offer more benefits in 2019

Medicare Advantage plans will offer new supplemental benefits for many enrollees in 2019, according to a recent analysis by Washington, D.C.-based consulting firm Avalere Health.

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Facebook posts can be indicators of depression in patients

Facebook posts can be very telling, as one recent study revealed an algorithm could predict depression in patients based on their posts with a fair amount of accuracy. 

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Researchers developing smartphone app to educate people in India about diabetes

A research team has been awarded a grant to develop a mobile application aimed at raising awareness about diabetes for people in India who are most at risk for developing the disease.

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Virtual physical therapy platform reduced costs for patients, as effective as traditional care

An FDA-cleared virtual physical therapy platform is cheaper and just as effective as traditional therapy treatment, according to a recent study.

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Sequoia Project to host interoperability forum

The Sequoia Project is planning to host an interoperability forum dedicated to addressing the most pressing challenges regarding information sharing in healthcare.