7+ hour, 9+ min ago (762+ words) Sunday, 30 Nov 2025 WITH artificial intelligence (AI) being applied in medical schools, students need to be taught to be sceptical and responsible users of these tools, emphasises Dr Manraj Singh Cheema (pic). "In clinical settings, the risk is even greater if a student blindly accepts an AI's diagnostic suggestion without verifying it; that can lead to real harm," the Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences senior lecturer in molecular toxicology told StarEdu. Manraj, a recent recipient of the Teaching Award in the Health Sciences category, bestowed by the Higher Education Ministry at the 16th National Academic Awards, added that in medicine, the danger of automation bias " the tendency to trust AI output even when it is flawed " could mean missing a rare diagnosis because the algorithm was trained on common cases. "To guard against this, we need better…...

21+ hour, 9+ min ago (556+ words) Published 7:00 am Saturday, November 29, 2025 The Foundry waiting area at the Comox Valley location. Foundry/Supplied All the health advice and services a young person may need, all under one roof and accessible in your community. That's the Foundry model gaining traction across Vancouver Island and Britih Columbia. Foundry is a low-barrier integrated health model that sets out to serve youth aged 12 to 24 with access to all health professionals in one place. "(Foundry) is a drop-in model so it is intended to provide services to youth and families within a timely manner. All services are free and confidential," said Foundry Comox Valley manager Angie Prescott. It's an integrated care model, so it really seeks to bring services to young people from across the mental health and wellness spectrum." This year, Foundry marks 10 years of operating within B.C. Each Foundry location offers the…...

22+ hour, 53+ min ago (1755+ words) Explosive internal files reveal big tech has long known their apps are addictive for some children. These revelations of profit-first thinking come after a study by the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health claiming social media can be as addictive as hazardous substances. And while a leading neuroscientist baulks at the word "addiction" Dr. Anne-No'l Samaha says social media apps can definitely be "habit forming" and that means withdrawals when stopping. It all paints a concerning picture for families across Australian when, from December 10, 2025, the following platforms will be off limits for children under-16: Social media sites caught up in the ban will have to take reasonable steps to keep young users off them, or face fines of up to $49.5 million. There"s no doubt everyone"s buzzing about the ban " yet few are telling parents how to…...

23+ hour, 35+ min ago (1161+ words) Paramus, N.J, United States, 28th Nov 2025 " In the digital healthcare scheduling market,Vosita Healthcare Inc. is introducing a different approach: a flat-fee platform that allows medical practices to manage their online profiles, patient interactions, and scheduling-related expenses. Many independent practices manage a range of patient acquisition and scheduling expenses across different digital platforms. Vosita's model is designed to reduce that financial pressure by allowing unlimited bookings for a predictable fee, giving practices more room to grow without worrying about per-appointment charges. "Doctors shouldn't have to pay for every new patient just to be visible online," said Robert Gabriel, CEO of Vosita Healthcare Inc. "We designed Vosita to be a long-term solution that is transparent, inexpensive, and concentrated on assisting practices in expanding without fines or unstated expenses." A Provider-First Approach to Online Scheduling Vosita gives providers direct control over how they…...

1+ day, 2+ hour ago (901+ words) Digital health technologies are poised to transform healthcare delivery and outcomes significantly. They encompass a broad spectrum of applications, from telehealth services that facilitate remote consultations to mobile applications that empower patients to manage their health more effectively. In recent years, the conversation around these technologies has expanded beyond mere efficiency. Researchers are increasingly examining [] Digital health technologies are poised to transform healthcare delivery and outcomes significantly. They encompass a broad spectrum of applications, from telehealth services that facilitate remote consultations to mobile applications that empower patients to manage their health more effectively. In recent years, the conversation around these technologies has expanded beyond mere efficiency. Researchers are increasingly examining their implications for health equity, a critical consideration in ensuring that advancements in healthcare benefit all populations equally. At the center of this dialogue is a proposed conceptual framework that…...

1+ day, 10+ hour ago (272+ words) The Supreme Court on Friday set out to examine nationwide guidelines to ensure women and girls are not subjected to so-called period checks during menstruation at workplaces or educational institutions that go against the dignity and privacy of individuals. "This just shows the mindset of these people," said a bench of justices BV Nagarathna and R Mahadevan which issued notice to the Centre and Haryana government and kept the matter for hearing on December 15. The bench appreciated SCBA for raising the issue and said the Haryana incident could have been avoided if only the supervisors had been sensitive to the issue. "If someone says that because of this reason, heavy work could not be done, it could have been accepted and some other persons may have been deployed to carry out the work," the bench said. The petition said, "These…...

1+ day, 20+ hour ago (1643+ words) Home / Blog / AI and ML / Harvard Medical School AI in Healthcare Certificate Program Reviews |Published On: 28 November 2025 Through firsthand testimonials and detailed reviews from program participants, this blog explores how the Harvard Medical School AI in Healthcare Certificate Program empowers professionals to understand AI technologies, apply responsible AI practices, and lead meaningful change in healthcare. This blog features testimonials from past participants in the Harvard Medical School AI in healthcare program, sharing their journeys to mastering AI for meaningful impact. The Harvard Medical School AI in healthcare certificate program helps medical professionals understand how AI can address real-world healthcare operational challenges while grounding them in the complexities of model development, data quality, ethics, and implementation. "The best part was learning how to structure an AI-first solution from a real clinical need, and applying these concepts directly to my field of…...

1+ day, 21+ hour ago (234+ words) New Delhi [India], November 28 (ANI): In a major leap toward strengthening public health security, India is set to transform its disease surveillance approach from traditional detective methods to a predictive model by integrating cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), real-time data analytics, and digital intelligence platforms. Also Read | 'I Am in No Hurry For Anything', Says DK Shivakumar on Karnataka Leadership Tussle. Officials at the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) confirmed that the move builds upon the remarkable success of AI-based event surveillance systems already in use under the Integrated Health Information Platform (IHIP) of the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP). The Media Scanning and Verification Cell (MSVC) has been leveraging an AI-powered pipeline that scans millions of online news reports daily across 13 Indian languages, extracting structured health event data, including the disease type, location, and scale. The…...

1+ day, 22+ hour ago (719+ words) Home / Blog / AI and ML / Inside the MIT xPRO AI in Healthcare Course: A Curriculum That Advances Patient Care Through Artificial Intelligence |Published On: 28 November 2025 Through an in-depth look at the MIT xPRO AI in Healthcare course curriculum, this article explores how the program blends advanced AI and machine learning expertise with a deep understanding of ethical, regulatory, and clinical imperatives. Designed by MIT faculty and industry experts, the MIT xPRO Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare program's curriculum delivers the holistic, actionable knowledge needed to lead transformative change'arming you with the tools, perspectives, and critical thinking skills to shape the future of healthcare responsibly and successfully. The MIT xPRO Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare course blends rigorous academic depth with practical, real-world application. Each module helps participants apply AI technologies and machine learning tools directly to healthcare challenges. Gain a foundational understanding…...

1+ day, 23+ hour ago (632+ words) Yuval Fefer uses the Apple Health app on phone and the Fitness app on his Apple Watch every day, tracking both his sleep and daily activity as he tries to keep his wellness and study habits in check as a freshman at Nova Southeastern University in Davie. "I have a goal set of 600 calories burned, 60 minutes of activity, and 10 hours of standing. It keeps me active and aware of what I need to hit throughout the day," said Fefer, 18, a business management major. In South Florida, wellness culture is top of mind year-round, with health apps becoming an essential and addictive part of daily life. From tracking heart rate to monitoring sleep after long study nights, wearable technology is used everywhere " and sometimes even obsessively. Health app usage has skyrocketed in South Florida, mirroring national trends, according to Dr. Jennifer…...