An experiment in end-of-life care: Tapping AI’s cold calculus to nudge the most human of conversations
(By Rebecca Robbins for STAT) The daily email that arrived in physician Samantha Wang’s inbox at 8 a.m., just before
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Medical Technology
Insurers don’t have to cover COVID-19 tests for ‘return to work’ programs
(By Morgan Haefner for Becker’s Hospital Review) Health insurers aren’t required to cover COVID-19 tests that are a part of workplace
Read MoreBetter Hearing for Veterans, remotely
(Source – www.blogs.va.gov) VHA’s Innovation Ecosystem (VHA IE) is bringing better hearing options to Veterans virtually. The VA Audiology and
Read MoreDoes imaging the retina hold promise of early diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease
According to a recent study led by Cedars-Sinai, it found Alzheimer’s disease in its early stages affects the integrity of
Read MoreNew technology to increase comfort with prostheses
(Source – blogs.va.gov/VAntage) The Advanced Platform Technology Center at the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center is highly regarded for developing innovative
Read MoreInsurers May Only Pay For Coronavirus Tests When They’re ‘Medically Necessary’
(By Blake Farmer for NPR) In the wake of the massive turnout at anti-racism demonstrations around the country, public health
Read MoreFDA clears Apple Watch ECG for remote patient visits during pandemic: 6 things to know
(By Laura Dyrda for Becker’s Hospital Review) The FDA expanded the use of noninvasive patient-monitoring technologies, including the electrocardiogram app for the Apple
Read More6 recent drug, device recalls
(By Maia Anderson for Becker’s Hospital Review) Medical device and drug recalls, whether voluntary or mandated by the FDA, ensure patient
Read MoreFDA approves Fitbit emergency ventilator
(By Jackie Drees for Becker’s Hospital Review) The FDA granted Fitbit emergency use authorization for its new emergency ventilator, which it
Read MoreYour boss wants you to take a Covid-19 test and track your symptoms. There’s software for that
(By Rebecca Robbins for STAT) As more employers reopen their offices, stores, and warehouses, a growing number of health tech
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