AI in Medicine

Predicting Dementia Through Blood Tests

Summary A recent study suggests a blood test may predict dementia onset years before symptoms appear in individuals with a sleep disorder called idiopathic REM sleep behavior disorder (iRBD). The test analyzes two proteins linked […]

New Advances

Vivistim’s $65M Boost

Summary MicroTransponder secures $65 million in Series F funding to advance Vivistim, a groundbreaking vagus nerve stimulation system for stroke rehabilitation. Vivistim, paired with physical therapy, significantly improves upper extremity motor function in stroke survivors. […]

Diabetes Management

Digital Eye Scans: Revolutionizing Diabetes Care

Summary This article explores the groundbreaking advancements in digital eye screening for individuals with diabetes, highlighting the transformative impact of Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) scans. These innovative scans offer more precise detection of diabetic retinopathy, […]

AI in Medicine

AI Cybersecurity: A Healthcare Imperative

Summary This article discusses the increasing threat of cyberattacks in healthcare, emphasizing the need for AI knowledge among healthcare leaders. It explores how AI can be used for both attacks and defense, highlighting the importance […]

Data Breaches

Snowflake Meltdown: Stolen Credentials Expose Millions

Summary The 2024 Snowflake attacks highlighted critical vulnerabilities in cloud security, impacting hundreds of organizations and millions of individuals. Hackers exploited stolen credentials, primarily targeting accounts lacking multi-factor authentication. The attacks underscore the importance of […]