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OpenAI Expands Health Tech Reach with Torch Buyout

January 13, 2026

In a move to strengthen its position in the health tech space, OpenAI has acquired Torch, a startup focused on integrating patient health data. Torch's technology aims to consolidate medical records, which are often scattered across various platforms and formats, into a single, accessible system. Th

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Heart Health and the Tech Revolution: A Closer Look

November 12, 2025

Technology is shaking up the way we take care of our hearts. With heart disease being a leading cause of death, early detection is crucial. Wearable devices are stepping up to the plate, offering continuous heart monitoring. But with all the data they collect, how do we make sense of it? This is whe

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Boosting Heart Health Checks with AI-Generated Sounds

June 26, 2025

Heart health is a big deal, and doctors need good tools to spot problems early. One way they do this is by listening to heart sounds. But there's a catch: not all heart conditions are easy to find. This is especially true for coronary artery disease (CAD), which is underrepresented in current datase

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Wellington's E-Scooter Injuries: A Closer Look

May 2, 2025

The city of Wellington saw a new mode of transportation hit its streets in mid-2019. These were electric scooters, or e-scooters, which were introduced by commercial operators. These scooters are small, electric-powered vehicles that can reach speeds of up to 25 km/h. They are popular among city

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The Hidden Battle of a Rare Heart Condition

March 30, 2025

In the world of heart health, there's a rare but serious condition called Brugada syndrome. People with this syndrome are at high risk of sudden cardiac arrest. For years, doctors have relied on a device called an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator, or ICD, to save lives. This device is inser

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The Path to Pain Relief: Exploring Knee Osteoarthritis Treatments

March 22, 2025

Knee osteoarthritis (OA) affects millions of people worldwide. It causes joint pain and stiffness. This condition can greatly impact daily life. Many people seek non-surgical treatments to manage their symptoms. These treatments offer various options to ease pain and improve mobility. The focus her

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Who's the Boss of Your Health Data?

February 22, 2025

Health records are super sensitive. Imagine if anyone could peek into them. Scary, right? That's why a new system using blockchain and smart contracts is a big deal. These smart contracts act like digital bodyguards, making sure only authorized folks can access your health info. They check a set of

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Unlocking Health Secrets: How Doctors Use Numbers to Make Smart Choices

February 21, 2025

Imagine doctors as detectives, and numbers as clues. Biostatistics is the toolkit they use to solve health mysteries. It's not just about crunching numbers; it's about turning data into lifesaving decisions. Doctors use biostatistics to navigate the confusing world of health information. It's like

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AI Models: A Tiny Falsehood Can Cause Big Trouble

January 14, 2025

Imagine this: even a tiny bit of wrong information in the training data of AI models can make a huge difference. A study from a university in New York set out to prove this. They used a popular database, The Pile, and focused on three medical areas – general medicine, neurosurgery, and medications.

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Meeting Medical Questions with AI: Introducing Med-PaLM 2

January 9, 2025

Medical question answering has seen a boost with large language models (LLMs). One such model, Med-PaLM, first surpassed the 'passing' score on US Medical Licensing Exam-style questions. But, long-form answering and real-world scenarios still pose challenges. Enter Med-PaLM 2, an improved version th