What You Should Know:
- Ascend Learning, a provider of learning technology solutions for the healthcare industry, has announced the appointment of Dr. Lissy Hu as its new Chief Executive Officer.
- Dr. Hu, a seasoned healthcare technology leader and entrepreneur, will succeed Greg Sebasky, who is retiring after 10 years as CEO and will transition to Chairman of the Ascend Board of Managers in January 2025.
Dr. Hu Bio/Background
Dr. Hu brings a wealth of experience in
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Philips Secures $25M DoD Contract to Advance AI Predictive Health Monitoring
What You Should Know:
- Philips, a global leader in health technology, has announced a $25M investment from the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) to accelerate the development and deployment of its Rapid Analysis of Threat Exposure (RATE) algorithm.
- The four-year project aims to enhance the predictive health monitoring of military personnel, ensuring their well-being and readiness in the face of potential health threats.
RATE: An Early Warning System for Infection
RATE
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Vara Raises $8.9M to Expand AI-Powered Breast Cancer Screening Globally
What You Should Know:
- Vara, a Berlin, Germany-based provider of AI-enabled breast cancer detection, has announced the successful closure of a $8.9M (€8M EUR) Series B funding round.
- This investment, co-led by Smart Family Office, FJH, and IBB Ventures, will fuel Vara's continued expansion and its mission to revolutionize breast cancer screening through artificial intelligence.
Transforming Breast Cancer Screening with AI
Vara's AI-powered software has been shown to
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Navigating The Mental Health Challenges of an Aging Population
As the baby boomer generation ages, the “silver tsunami” is contributing to a significant demographic shift. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the population of Americans over age 65 increased by 13 million between 2010 and 2020, marking the fastest growth rate since the late 19th century. This trend is expected to accelerate, bringing with it various public health challenges, including a rising prevalence of late-life depression. The numerous factors contributing to late-life depression
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CareYaya Unveils AI-Powered Smart Glasses to Assist Dementia Patients
What You Should Know:
- CareYaya Health Technologies, a leading innovator in AI-powered solutions for the aging population, has launched MedaCareLLM, a new AI platform designed to assist individuals with dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
- Integrated into smart glasses, MedaCareLLM offers real-time support and enhances the quality of life for those navigating the challenges of cognitive decline.
MedaCareLLM: The AI That Prompts You
Developed as part of the OpenMind
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Quris-AI Acquires Nortis to Enhance Bio-AI Platform and Advance Drug Safety Prediction
What You Should Know:
- Quris-AI, a leading Bio-AI company revolutionizing drug development, has acquired Nortis, a pioneer in microphysiology systems (MPS) technology, formerly known as Numa Biosciences.
- The strategic acquisition will integrate Nortis's advanced Kidney-on-Chip technology into Quris-AI's Bio-AI platform, enhancing its ability to predict drug safety and efficacy in humans.
Combining Cutting-Edge Technologies
Nortis's Kidney-on-Chip models have been
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Geisinger Deploys Opmed.ai’s AI-Powered OR Optimization Platform
What You Should Know:
- Opmed.ai, a leading provider of AI-powered healthcare solutions, has announced the successful first results of the implementation of its advanced platform at Geisinger, a top-tier health services organization renowned for its commitment to innovation.
- This achievement represents a pivotal step in the integration of cutting-edge AI technology into health care operations and patient care.
Geisinger Partners with Opmed.ai to Revolutionize OR Management through
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Data Storage: The Foundation to an AI-Driven Health System
The possibilities of artificial intelligence, and more specifically generative AI (Gen AI) in healthcare are vast — streamlining administrative tasks, expediting patient diagnosis, and even helping with medical research. Right now they’re focused on point AI solutions producing real but limited impact on healthcare outcomes. The potential impact is much greater.
The first step for any healthcare organization leveraging AI is a sound, comprehensive data storage strategy. Any large or
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Trucker’s Body Shop Launches Telehealth Platform for Truck Drivers
What You Should Know:
- Trucker's Body Shop, a telehealth company led by doctors and founded by truckers for truckers, announced the launch of its comprehensive digital healthcare experience.
-Specifically crafted for the trucking industry, Trucker’s Body Shop offers affordable healthcare solutions that are seamlessly integrated into the demanding schedules of America’s drivers. The services are also extended to those who support them the most — their friends and family — making it easier
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FarmboxRx and Unite For HER Partner to Deliver Food and Support to Women with Breast and Ovarian Cancer
What You Should Know:
- FarmboxRx, a leading provider of food-as-medicine solutions, has partnered with Unite For HER, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting individuals with breast and ovarian cancer.
- The strategic collaboration will provide women battling these diseases with access to fresh, healthy food and valuable health literacy resources, delivered directly to their homes.
Addressing Food Insecurity and Improving Health Outcomes
Food insecurity is a
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