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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NYT: Post-hospital syndrome leads to high readmission rates

The aftereffects of a hospitalization can leave many patients in a vulnerable state known as “post-hospital syndrome” that increases the likelihood of a readmission, The New York Times reported.

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Global market for AI in medical imaging expected to top $2B by 2023

The global market for artificial intelligence (AI) in medical imaging is expected to see significant growth in the years ahead, topping $2 billion by 2023, according to a new report from Signify Research.

DNA testing companies agree to new data sharing rules

Genetic testing companies, including Ancestry and 23andMe, have agreed to new rules when it comes to sharing customers’ DNA with third-party companies.

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Discovery of new lung cell may revolutionize cystic fibrosis drug research

Scientists have discovered a new type of cell—one that could radically change how researchers see cystic fibrosis. As part of a cellular mapping project, scientists identified a rare cell type that could affect rehydration and pH balance, which are integral to those with cystic fibrosis.

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Humana earnings buoyed by post-acute care deals

The stock price of health insurance giant Humana shot above $325 per share on Wednesday, August 2—a new record high—after its second-quarter earnings release.

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Virginia launches new program to connect EDs statewide

Virginia launched a technology solution using its health information exchange, ConnectVirginia, to connect all the state's emergency departments to facilitate communication and collaboration among providers, healthcare plans and clinical and care management personnel.

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Centene, Ascension to launch Medicare Advantage plan

The nation’s largest Catholic and non-profit health system has teamed up with another provider to launch a new Medicare Advantage (MA) plan.

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Battery life, usability present challenges in collecting passive data for mental health apps

Modern telecommunications carry an incredible amount of potential to improve monitoring and treatment of mental health conditions. Often, it can directly save lives. While technological advancement has occurred at a staggering pace, challenges remain in designing apps to best collect data from patients’ phones.

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HHS has thought through the ways AI can and should become an integral part of healthcare, human services and public health. Last Friday—possibly just days ahead of seating a new secretary—the agency released a detailed plan for getting there from here.

Philips is recalling the software associated with its Mobile Cardiac Outpatient Telemetry devices after certain high-risk ECG events were never routed to trained cardiology technicians as intended. The issue, which lasted for two years, has been linked to more than 100 injuries. 

Heart Rhythm Society President Kenneth A. Ellenbogen, MD, detailed a new advocacy group focused on improving EP reimbursements, patient care and access. “If you’re not at the table, you’re on the menu," he said.