Geriatric Care

Advance Care Planning: A Double-Edged Sword?

Summary A recent study reveals that advance care planning interventions, while effective in increasing end-of-life documentation, may also lead to a rise in potentially burdensome care. This emphasizes the complexity of end-of-life decision-making and the […]

Pediatric Care

Heart Defects and Cancer

Summary New research reveals a link between congenital heart defects (CHDs) in newborns and an increased risk of childhood cancer, especially those involving blood vessels or heart valves. Surprisingly, mothers of newborns with CHDs also […]

AI in Medicine

Preventing Falls with AI at UCHealth

Summary UCHealth is tackling the pervasive issue of patient falls, a leading cause of injury and reduced independence, especially among older adults. Using AI-powered risk modeling integrated with their EHR system, UCHealth provides care teams […]