Patient Care

This page includes news coverage of various aspects of patient healthcare, including new technology innovations, what is working, what is not, personalized medicine and remote and telemedicine delivery. Find specific news in the areas of Care DeliveryDigital TransformationPrecision MedicineRemote Monitoring and Telehealth.

New Alzheimer's drug test (mostly) fails

Another Alzheimer’s drug has—mostly—fallen short of researchers’ expectations, drug developer TauRx said in a statement July 27. 

3D printer shows potential for DNA amplification

A study published by PLOS ONE discusses how researchers repurposed 3D printers to perform sample preparation and DNA amplification, slashing the cost of these products by thousands of dollars.

CDC: Kids under 15 most common ER visitors for brain injury

Younger people are more likely to be checking into emergency departments for traumatic brain injuries (TBI) than any other age group, according to data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Purview Announces Release of Publisher Capable of Synchronizing Medical Imaging Records

Annapolis, MD (PRWEB) July 25, 2016 -- Purview (http://www.purview.net), the patient-driven medical imaging company, announced today the launch of its new medical image CD burning solution, Purview Publisher (http://www.purview.net/purview-publisher). 

Patients' self-reported health info matches certain biomarkers

People apparently know what they’re talking about when it comes to their own health, according to a new study. Not only that, doctors may find use in these self-assessments when gauging a patient’s overall health, says the New York Times.

New website brings mental healthcare to rural communities

Telehealth has been seen as potential path to bringing care to rural communities. Many healthcare providers offer telehealth for primary care, but what about mental care? With iLookin.com, mental healthcare is being brought to everyone both far and wide.

Study: U.S. falling behind other countries in height gain

America isn’t standing as tall as it once did, at least compared to adult men and woman in other countries.

Software takes aim at reducing pediatric ADHD symptoms

Researchers have developed new software that helps children diagnosed with ADHD minimize symptoms when receiving care at community pediatric practices. Combining medication and care, patients are able to reduce symptoms by 13 points on parent-rated scale of symptoms.

Around the web

The American College of Cardiology has shared its perspective on new CMS payment policies, highlighting revenue concerns while providing key details for cardiologists and other cardiology professionals. 

As debate simmers over how best to regulate AI, experts continue to offer guidance on where to start, how to proceed and what to emphasize. A new resource models its recommendations on what its authors call the “SETO Loop.”

FDA Commissioner Robert Califf, MD, said the clinical community needs to combat health misinformation at a grassroots level. He warned that patients are immersed in a "sea of misinformation without a compass."

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